H&S 4242, Operator'S Manual

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LUBRICATION GUIDE

GREASING

There are numerous grease fittings on the spreader. If these are lubricated properly and often enough, 

it will prolong the life of the spreader. (Grease every 20 hours, 

also before and after power washing.

) 

Make certain that the grease fittings are free of paint and dirt, force a high-quality grease into them until 

the grease comes out around the shaft on the sleeve-type bearings. On the sealed ball bearings, grease 

should be added slowly until a slight bead forms at the seals indicating the correct amount of lubricant.

Wipe off excess grease to prevent the accumulation of chaff and grit around the bearings. 

GENERAL INFORMATION

IMPORTANT: 

Catch and dispose of fluid per local waste disposal regulations whenever service is performed 

on hydraulic components, valves, cylinders, hoses, etc.

The  operator  should  become  familiar  with  all  lubrication  points  and  establish  a  systematic  routine                         

to ensure complete and quick lubrication of the machine.

PTO ASSEMBLY

Keep the male and female driving elements well 

lubricated  and  free  sliding.  Failure  to  observe  this          

precaution will result in excessive pressure being 

required to collapse or extend the assembly while 

subject to  operating torque. This excessive force 

may damage or displace the main shaft bearings. 

DO NOT lubricate the shield surfaces. The shield 

surfaces must be kept dry, as dirt accumulation on 

them will quickly cause these units to bind and not 

rotate. Be sure that the rotating integral shields are 

not dented or damaged, as this also will result in 

excessive force being applied against the jackshaft. 

Damaged  shields  also  cause  obvious  difficulties 

when installing the assembly. If at any time the 

shields do not turn freely, they should be checked 

to determine the cause, and repaired or cleaned. 

To avoid damage to the main drive bearings, avoid 

turning sharp corners while PTO is running. Start and 

Stop PTO slowly to avoid damage to the drive line.

(3) Zerks on

PTO Shaft

(1) Zerk on 

Front Drive 

Shaft Bearing

Jack

(2) Bullnose Hitch 

(1 zerk on each 

side)

GEARBOX LUBRICATION

There  are  (2)  different  gearboxes 

that may be used on a Hydra-Push 

manure spreader; BERMA or OMNI. 

See the respective images to locate 

the fill, check, and drain points on 

the gearbox that you have on your 

Hydra-Push manure spreader. 

BERMA GEARBOX

OMNI GEARBOX