Troubleshooting Guide - Alamo SHD62 Operator's Manual

15. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem
Excessive Vibrations
Gearbox Overheating
Gearbox Noisy
Noise
Gearbox Leaking
SHD 03/09
© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
Possible Cause
Check gearbox bolts.
Check for missing knives on
cutter shaft.
Check to see if knives are
free swinging.
Blade broken or bent.
Cuttershaft bent.
Drivelines not phased correctly.
Implement & Tractor yokes must
be in line.
Cuttershaft bearing worn
Low on lubricant.
Improper type lubricant.
Excessive trash build-up
around gearbox.
Bearing or gears set up
improperly.
Rough Gears.
Worn Bearing.
Damaged Belt Shield
(Rubbing on pulleys or belt).
Worn Bearing or Gear.
Damaged oil seal
Bent shaft.
Shaft rough in oil seal area.
Oil seal installed wrong.
Oil seal not sealing in the housing.
Oil level too high.
Sand hole is casting.
Gasket damaged.
Bolts loose.
Operation Section 4-38
Remedy
Tighten if loose.
Replace missing knives.
Free knives so they swing.
Replace blades.
Replace cuttershaft.
Replace driveline.
Replace bearings
Fill to level plug.
Replace with proper lubricant.
Remove trash.
Consult your Dealer.
Run in or change gears.
Replace bearing.
Straighten or replace Shields.
Replace Bearing or Gear.
Replace seal.
Replace oil seal and shaft.
Replace or repair shaft.
Replace seal.
Replace seal or use a sealant on
OD of Seal.
Drain oil to proper level.
Replace castings or gearbox.
Replace gasket.
Tighten bolts.