Tar River BPD-680 Operator's Manual page 21

BPD-680/750 Post Hole Driver
Service - Drive Unit
Lubrication Recommendations
Power Wheel planetary drives are shipped without lubricant and must be filled to the proper lever prior to start
up. Please observe the lubrication recommendations given by the original equipment manufacturer. If specific
recommendations are not available, use mild extreme pressure lubricant API-GL-5, No. 80 or 90 when filling
the Power Wheel under normal temperature ranges between 0-120° F (-18-49 degrees C). See the
specifications below for oil fill requirements for various Power Wheel mounting orientations. Use drain and
fill plugs located in the hub and cover. Oil is to be changed after the first 50 hours of operation, with
subsequent changes every 1000 hours or yearly, whichever comes first. If ambient conditions are outside the
specified range or if the oil temperature exceeds 200° F (93° C), contact Auburn Gear for oil and level
recommendations.
Storage
A protective film is applied to the Power Wheel drive units at the factory to prevent rust. Additional protection
may be required if the drive unit is stored for an extended period of time.
Sealing Compound
Silastic RTV732 and General Electric Silimate RTV No. 1473 or RTV No. 1503 are currently recommended
for sealing gasket surfaces. Sealant should be applied in a continuous bead, centered on the surface to be
sealed but move to the inside of each bolt hole. For service requirements, order Auburn Gear part number
604101.
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