Troubleshooting Guide - Schulte GX-130 Operator's Manual

14. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem
Excessive
Vibrations
Gearbox
Overheating
Gearbox Noisy
GX-130 04/23
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OPERATION
Possible Cause
Check gearbox bolts.
Check for loose nuts on Blade holder
and Blades
Check for bent output shaft. If shaft is
bent oil will normally leak from the
bottom seal.
Check to see if blades are free
swinging.
Check for even wear on each blade tip.
Were both blades
Blade broken.
Blade carrier bent.
Blade hub not properly seated on shaft
New blade or bolts matched.
Drivelines not phased correctly.
Implement & tractor yokes must be in
line.
Low on lubricant.
Improper type of lubricant.
Excessive trash buildup around the
gearbox.
Bearing or gears setup improperly.
Rough gears.
Worn bearing.
Operation Section 4-51
Remedy
Tighten if loose.
Tighten if loose.
Replace shaft if bent.
Free blades so they swing
Weigh blades. Weight should be within 1
oz. Always replace both blades changed at
the same time?
Replace blades, in sets.
Replace carrier.
Remove hub, check tapered spline shaft,
clean and replace.
Replace blades or bolts in sets.
Replace Drivelines.
Fill to level plug.
Replace with NLGI 000 lubricant.
Remove trash.
Consult your dealer.
Run in gear or change gears.
Replace bearing.