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6.1 SECTION OVERVIEW
Montag Manufacturing uses some components produced by other manufacturers. Refer to the OEM manufacturer’s
information for specific maintenance instructions. If you do not have the manufacturer’s information, contact your dealer
or Montag Manufacturing for assistance.
Routine inspections, maintenance and service must be performed on your machine on a regular basis to insure safe and
reliable operation. Inspections can be performed by a person trained in spotting potential problems. Service and repairs
must be performed by a trained, qualified technician.
Note: In addition to this manual, also check the relevant component manufacturer’s manual.
Crushing hazard.
Before performing inspections, service or maintenance:
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Park the equipment on firm, level surface.
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Place tractor transmission in park, turn tractor engine off and remove ignition key.
• Block the wheels.
• Lower all equipment to the ground or pavement.
6.2 END OF SEASON INSPECTIONS
Perform the following inspections at the end of each season. Repair or replace worn and damaged parts.
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Inspect hoses.
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Inspect knuckle hitches.
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inspect hydraulic hoses.
6.3 LUBRICATION
6.3.1 LUBRICATION FITTINGS
1.
Lubricate the following grease fittings at the beginning and end of each season, and after every 1000 acres of use.
All carts except the drift assist and knuckle hitch carts have ten fittings:
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One at each pin for the spindle assembly to center frame.
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One at each pin for arm to center frame,
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One at each hitch to ball connection.
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Carts equipped with knuckle hitches or drift assist have one additional fitting on each knuckle hitch swivel.
2.
Lubricate the following grease fittings at the beginning and end of each season, and every week or after every 1000
acres of use, whichever comes first.
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One on each tie rod end.
3.
Lubricate using 274 Moly EP Synthetic Plus or equivalent grease.
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