HURRICANE DITCHER CO., INC.
THE “SWINGER” BY: HURRICANE
PAGE 9
A
–
DAILY
(every 8 hours)
– Grease the following with gun grease:
1
– The slip joint between PTO halves (remove from tractor, separate halves, apply gun grease to all
four sides of shaft, and reassemble).
2
– The two (2) universal joints at the ends of each PTO half. Slowly apply grease as to not
overgrease and blow out seals.
3
– The two (2) universal joints (three grease fittings) on constant velocity joint at rear of drive shaft.
Slowly apply grease as to not overgrease and blow out seals.
4
– The eight (8) hinge joints on frame arms.
5
– The two (2) grease fittings on the main frame pivot.
6
– Check your tractor’s hydraulic oil reservoir level. If system is empty (as when new), the ditcher’s
cylinder will require approximately 3/4 gallon of oil. Use a quality hydraulic oil of your choice.
B
–
24 HOURS OF OPERATION
1
– Check the enclosed gearbox oil level. Fill to the oil level check plug (about 4 inches above
bottom) on back side of gearbox. The factory installed gearbox oil is Lucas ISO 680 industrial gear
oil. Use of this oil is recommended as it is specifically formulated for peak performance of your
Hurricane Ditcher.
C
–
40
–60 HOURS OR 1–2 WEEKS OF OPERATION
– Grease the following with gun grease:
1
– Four (4) flange ball bearings on gearbox – 1 pump each. Slowly apply grease as to not
overgrease and blow out seals.
2
– Three (3) pillow block bearings on drive shaft – 1 pump each. Slowly apply grease as to not
overgrease and blow out seals.
3
– Two (2) grease fittings on ratchet jack.
D
–
100 HOURS OF OPERATION
1
– Remove the inspection plate on the top of the gearbox; check for wear on bearings, sprockets,
chain, and idler; and adjust the idler assembly as required
(See Idler Adjustment section on page
10)
. Reinstall inspection plate using quality grade silicone sealant under the inspection plate.
FREE MOVEMENT OF DRIVELINE
When adjusted properly and operating correctly, the driveline should move freely by hand with no
slack in the chain.
WARNING!
Operation of improperly adjusted machine will cause damage to your ditcher
and possibly to your tractor!
WARNING!
Do not use your ditcher with a PTO adaptor. The Agricultural Driveline
Manufacturers Association and The Association of Equipment Manufacturers discourage the
use of PTO adaptors due to serious safety and operational concerns.
To check for free movement of driveline and proper tension on chain:
Step 1
– Grasp the front PTO yoke and quickly rock it back and forth. If the PTO moves before the
impeller turns, the chain requires tightening
(See Idler Adjustment section on page 10)
.
Step 2
– If the impeller is difficult to move, check for debris lodged in the machine. Remove any
interfering debris and return to Step 1. If no interferences are found, continue to Step 3.
Step 3
– Check the pillow block bearings on the drive shaft. If damaged, repair as needed and return to
Step 1. If no damage is found, continue to Step 4.
Step 4
– Remove the inspection plate on top of the gearbox and carefully inspect bearings, sprockets,
chain, and idler for damage. If damage is found, repair as needed, reinstall inspection plate using quality
grade silicone sealant under the inspection plate and return to Step 1. If no damage is found, continue to
Step 5.
