Ranger R980XR Installation And Operation Manual page 20

Grease the Assist Tower Post
The Assist Tower Post needs to be greased in certain locations so the Assist Tower Arms can easily
slide up and down.
The Tire Changer comes from the factory with the Assist Tower Post already greased, but eventually it
is going to need to be re-greased.
BendPak Ranger recommends a lithium-based grease that includes molybdenum and graphite. For
example, Extreme Pressure Moly-Graph® Multi-Purpose Grease from CRC/Sat-Lube®.
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CAUTION
Side view. Not necessarily to scale. Not all components shown.
R980 Series of Tire Changers
The lithium-based grease for greasing the Assist Tower Post is
Do not use it to lube Tires. Once the Assist Tower Post is greased up, try not to
lean on it or touch it; this uses it up faster.
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not a Tire lubricant.
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