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MAINTENANCE
CY72 01/08 Maintenance Section 5-2
© 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
MAINTENANCE
Before operating your Rotary Cutter, make sure it is properly lubricated and thoroughly inspected. Only a
minimum of time and effort is required to regularly lubricate and maintain this machine to provide long life and
trouble free operation.
Always disengage the PTO before raising the Rotary Cutter for transporting or making
adjustments.
Lubrication
Do not let excess grease collect on or around parts,
particularly when operating in sandy areas. The
illustrations show lubrication points. The chart
gives the frequency of lubrication in hours, based
on normal operating conditions. Severe or unusual
conditions may require more frequent lubrication.
Use an SAE multi-purpose, lithium-type grease for
all locations shown. Be sure to clean the fitting
thoroughly before using grease gun. Failure to
maintain proper lubrication will result in damage to
U-joints, gearbox, and/or driveshaft.
Lubrication Fitting Location
ITEM DESCRIPTION FREQUENCY
1 U-Joints 8 hours
2 Gearbox Check Daily
3 Wheel Hubs 8 hours
4 Tail Beam 8 hours
5 Driveline 8 hours
Gearbox Lubrication
The Gearbox was filled with oil at the factory. However, it is necessary that the operator check the Gearbox
before operations. The oil should be to the level of the Test Plug on the side of the Gearbox. The Filler/
Breather Plug is on the top of the Gearbox. Fill through this Plug.
Check the oil level after operating long enough for warmed oil to flow through the Bearings into the lower
Gearbox cavity. Refill to the test plug level. Check the oil again before operation, after every 40 hours of
mowing, and at the beginning and end of each mowing season.
NOTE: Overfilling the Gearbox will cause pressure to build up and cause Oil Seals to leak.
ATTENTION: If the Gearbox suddenly starts making an unusual noise, stop at once, check for leaks, and refill
Gearbox as required.