Maintenance
WARNING
While maintenance or adjustments are being made, someone could start the engine of
the towing machine. Accidental starting of the engine could seriously injure you or other
bystanders.
Remove the key, engage parking brake, and pull the wire(s) off the spark plug(s) of the towing
machine before you do any maintenance on the aerator. Also push the wire(s) aside to prevent
contact with the spark plug(s).
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)
Maintenance Service
Interval
Before each use or daily
Every 40 hours
Every 100 hours
Lubrication
Lubricating the Bearings
Every 40 hours
Maintenance Procedure
• Check the tire pressure (Model 44856 only).
• Check the tines for wear.
• Grease the fittings.
• Check the main arm bushings for wear.
• Check the bronze bushings for signs of wear. Replace any worn bushings.
Figure 11
Every 100 hours
Lubricate the aerator with No. 2 lithium grease as
shown in
Figure
11.
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