Tube-Line NITRO 275RS, Operator'S Manual

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Nitro -
Section 7 - Service & Maintenance 7-3
NOTE: Nitro spreaders equipped with grease lines still require separate greasing and/or oil changes on
gearboxes, front driveline bearing, and PTOs.
Front PTO Driveline CV joint grease points.
NITRO GREASE POINTS SERVICE RECOMMENDATION
Detail A - Three Driveline Pillow Block Bearings
Every 10 hours of operation,
2-3 pumps w/ grease gun
Detail A - One Rear PTO Driveline - 2 crosses
w/ zerks, zerk in inner sleeve
Every 25 hours of operation,
2-3 pumps w/ grease gun
Detail B - Two Top Beater Flange Bearings
Every 10 hours of operation,
2-3 pumps w/ grease gun
Detail C - One Front PTO Driveline - 2 crosses
w/ zerks, zerk in inner sleeve
Every 16 hours of operation,
2-3 pumps w/ grease gun
Detail D - Two Front Apron Shaft Flange
Bearings
Every 10 hours of operation,
2-3 pumps w/ grease gun
Detail E - Beater Gearboxs - Two double shaft
(outer), One triple shaft (center)
Change oil every 200 hours / Semi- Annually w/ SAE 80W90
gear oil - Remove a cap to check level, top up as needed
Detail F - One Apron Chain Gearbox
Change oil every 200 hours / Semi-Annually w/ SAE 80W90
gear oil - Check level with sight glass, top up as needed
Detail G - Two Beater Spinner Chain Couplers
Every 10 hours of operation, use aerosol chain lubricant
Jack Follow manufacturer recommendation
Fluids & Lubricants
1. Grease: Use an SAE multi-purpose grease with extreme pressure (EP) performance. Also acceptable is an
SAE multi-purpose lithium base grease.
2. Gearbox Oil: Use an SAE 80W90 gear oil for all operating conditions.
3.
Storing Lubricants: Your machine can operate at top efficiency only if clean lubricants are used. Use
clean containers to handle all lubricants. Store them in an area protected from dust, moisture and other
contaminants.
Greasing your Machine
• Use only a hand-held grease gun for all greasing.
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Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before greasing, to avoid injecting dirt.
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Replace and repair broken fittings immediately.
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If fittings will not take grease, remove and clean thoroughly. Also clean lubricant passageway.
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Replace fitting if necessary.