Wallenstein MX130P, Operator'S Manual

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8.4 Drive Chain
The drive chain and sprocket provide power to the apron-chain
drive shaft. It must be oiled frequently and kept at the correct
tension for the chain to reach its maximum expected life.
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Fig. 17 –
Drive Chain and Tensioner
8.4.1 Oiling the Drive Chain
Lubricate the drive chain (1) every 50 hours or monthly . Use
a good quality chain lubricant for the best performance.
Check the condition of the drive chain and sprocket every 50
hours
.
8.4.2 Tensioning the Drive Chain
The drive-chain tension is correct when the chain deflects
1/4–3/8 in (6–10) mm.
1. Set the machine to a safe condition. For instructions, see
Safe Condition on page 9 .
2. Open the left-hand side, rear shield door.
3. Loosen the chain-tension adjustment nut (3).
4. Turn the chain tensioner (2) until the chain deflects 1/4–3/8
in (6–10 mm).
5. Tighten the chain-tension adjustment nut.
6. Close and secure the left-hand side, rear shield door.
8.5 Apron Chain
Lubricate the apron chain every 50 hours or monthly . Use a
good quality chain lubricant for the best performance.
The apron chain pushes manure into the beater-bar paddles for
spreading. It must be oiled frequently and kept at the correct
tension for the chain to reach its maximum expected life.
8.5.1 Oiling the Apron Chain
IMPORTANT! Do not use a pressure washer on sealed
bearings. Dirt can be forced inside the bearing case and
eventually cause the bearing to fail.
1. Use a pressure washer to clean the manure spreader.
2. Apply a coat of oil to the sections of the apron chain that
are inside the main box.
3. Run the manure spreader or move it forward to move
the apron chain and bring the sections that are under the
manure spreader into the main box (the oiled sections
move under the manure spreader).
4. Repeat Step 2 to lubricate the sections of apron chain that
were not previously oiled.
8.5.2 Tensioning the Apron Chain
IMPORTANT! Adjust both sides the same amount to keep
the loading even.
The apron chain tension is correct when it sags 6–8 in
(15–20 cm) below the manure spreader frame.
Use the idler-mount plate adjusting bolts to set the apron chain
to the required tension.
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Fig. 18 –
Apron-chain Adjustment
Service and Maintenance
MX130P
Manure Spreader
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