Smithco 12-750-A, Parts And Service Manual

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Maintenance
MAINTENANCE
Before servicing or making adjustments to machine, stop engine on tow vehicle and remove key
from ignition.
Use all procedures and parts prescribed by the manufacturer.
Before operating this machine, become familiar with all controls and functions of this unit and the tow vehicle.
Also complete all maintenance requirements and read all safety warnings. By knowing both machines thor-
oughly, how it operates and by doing the prescribed maintenance steps, you can expect relatively trouble-free
operation for years to come.
TOW VEHICLE
You will need a heavy duty vehicle with 4 wheel brakes.
Transport Frame Assembly requires a clevis hitch and a 3 /
4
diameter by 4" pin with some type of lock. Tow
vehicle must be capable of 250 lb tongue weight.
OPERATION SAFETY
1. Before operation check to see that rollers are rotating properly.
2. When not in use, make sure rollers are in the "UP" position. Turn main power switch to the off position.
LUBRICATION
Use No. 2 General Purpose Lithium Base Grease and lubricate after the first 10 hours of use then every 100
hours thereafter. The Fairway Ultra 15 has 20 grease fittings. When inserting grease, be careful not to ruin
the seal, if this happens, replace the seal at once. Be sure to wipe grease fitting clean before injecting grease.
Give only one or two pumps of grease at each lubrication.
A. One on each pillow block. (10)
B. One on each roller shaft housing. (5)
C. One on right and left, front and rear wing. (5)