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D. Lubricating the chain and chain wheels
The chain grease applied will have worn away after a few hours, or will be cluttered with dirt
and debris. To prevent wear and tear on the line shaft, you will need to apply lubricant regu-
larly. The machine has one Simplex chain for the transmission between the left front roller
and the back roller and the rotating drum in the seed container.
• The rear protective cover must be removed for this maintenance. These 6 bolts can be
loosened with an Allen key number 4.
• We recommend cleaning the chain and wiping away the old lubricant that will inevitably
contain dust, before applying new lubricant. The use of KLEENSPRAY may help to soak off
and dissolve any old grease.
• Wipe away any old grease before applying new lubricant.
• So as to prevent the lubricant from wearing away too quickly due to the rotation of the
line shaft or the gravitational pull of the line, we opt for a less viscous and more adhesive
oil.
• Since both the chain inside and the contact surface with the gears need to be lubricated,
ELIET recommends using a combination of two lubricants.
• NOVATIO PTFE OIL is very viscous and will easily penetrate the chain links.
• NOVATIO CLEARLUBE, a more viscous oil, will cling to the outside of the chain. This lubri
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cant diminishes the friction between the chain and the gears.
• When replacing the protective cover, ensure proper closure to keep the inside free from
dust.
E.
Friction areas
Friction surfaces include all machine parts that are subject to wear from lateral friction with
other parts. Here, too, the aim is to apply a film of lubricant between the rubbing parts that
will reduce movement resistance, minimise wear and repel water. These surfaces include:
1. Cable guides cutter controls
2. Cable guides speed control engine
3. Cable guides dead man’s handle
• Proper functioning of the control levers is crucial and regular lubrication of the cables is
therefore of vital importance.
• Prior to lubricating, the cables must be cleaned. KLEENSPRAY is again an ideal tool.
• Also spray it into the cable guide and simultaneously move the cable back and forth to
ensure that the cleaner penetrates the guide.
• Use compressed air to clean the cable guide of both cleaner and dirt.
