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RIGHT ANGLE GEARBOX
Check the oil level weekly in the gearboxes. The gearboxes are filled with
Synthetic gear oil 80W140
. The
proper oil level is at the plug halfway up the rear of the housing. After 500 hours of operation, drain while
warm. Thoroughly flush housing with light flushing oil and refill with fresh lubricant. Thereafter, change and
flush every two years or 4000 hours machine time.
ROLLER CHAIN
If abrasive materials are conveyed through the machine, do not lubricate the chain. This can cause the chain
to collect material and wear the chain and sprockets prematurely. A chain lube is preferable if no abrasive
materials are conveyed through the machine.
TRANSMISSION
Check the oil level weekly in the transmission.
CTMW uses Mobil Gear Oil 626 in the transmission
. The
proper oil level is marked at the front of the housing. After 100 hours of operation, drain while warm.
Do not
operate while in maintenance
. Thoroughly flush housing with light flushing oil and refill with fresh lubricant.
Thereafter, change and flush every six months or 1000 hours of machine time.
BLOWER
Check the oil level weekly in the blower. Follow manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule as
specified in the blower’s manual. CTMW fills Tuthill blowers with SAE30 and all other makes with 15W-40
motor oil. The bearings on the drive end should be grease lubricated every two to three months.
FLANGED BEARINGS
Bearings should be lubricated every 6 months or 1000 hours of operation if equipped with a grease fitting.
Bearings without fittings are considered to be lubricated for life. Do not over lubricate, one pump from a
hand operated gun is sufficient.
BELTS
Do not use belt dressing. Belt dressing will collect material and cause the belts to slip and/or wear faster.
There is no substitute for keeping belts dry, free of oil and grease, and tight. Replace worn and deteriorated
belts as required.
WATER PUMP
Check the oil level weekly in the water pump. Follow manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule as
specified in the enclosed water pump manual provided in the manufacturer’s literature section. Make sure to
keep the oil changed to prevent damage to the pump diaphragms. Keep the air pressure in the accumulator
properly charged.
GENERATOR
Follow manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule as specified in the enclosed generator manual
provided in the manufacturer’s literature section.
Summary of Contents for CertainTeed Volu-Matic 500
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