Operator`s manual

4 ATB 46e – revised December 2001
Service information
Lubricants
Specific lubricants as recommended by Snorkel, should
be used in maintaining your unit. If in doubt regarding the
use of lubricants other than those listed, contact Snorkel
Customer Service Department, St. Joseph Missouri, for
evaluation and recommendation.
Refer to the above lubrication illustration for location of
item numbers.
Pressure gun application
Service all fittings as indicated in the Maintenance
Schedule and lubrication illustration. Wipe away all ex
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cess lubricant from exposed surfaces. Over lubrication
can collect dirt and foreign matter which acts as an abra
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sive. Lubrication of accessory equipment should be in
accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Rotation bearing
Rotation bearing (item 1.): Pressure gun lubricate bear
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ing at recommended interval using lubricant as outlined
in the maintenance schedule. Rotate while lubricating.
Lubrication fitting is located on the font plate of the turn
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table.
Rotation gear teeth and pinion
Rotation gear teeth and pinion (item 2.): Gear teeth and
gear box pinion should be lubricated with a spray-on
type open gear lubricant.
Swing drive
Swing drive (item 3.): To check oil level, remove check
plug located on the side of the gear box.Unit is full if oil is
level with bottom of fill hole or just starts or run out.
Tie rods
Tie rods (item 4.): Lubricate at recommended interval
using lubricant as outlined in the maintenance schedule.
Gear hubs
Gear hubs (item 5.): To check and fill Gear hubs:
1. Rotate wheel until bottom of filler/drain plug is
about 1 inch above horizontal centerline.
2. Remove plug with drive ratchet and extension.
3. Fill until lubricant is level with bottom of fill hole.
Note:
Do not overfill gear hubs as they are not vented and
need air space for expansion of oil to prevent damage
to hubs.
Door hinges and latches
Door Hinges and Latches (item 6.): Lubricate at recom
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mended interval using specific lubricants as outlined in
the maintenance schedule.
After lubricating, remove any excess oil or over spray so
it will not collect dirt and debris.
Steer
Drive
Slide pads
do not lubricate
11
6
4
1
2
3
5
8
9
10 -
13 -
Battery tray
each side
14 -
Battery
charger
Electric
drive motor
7-
Left hand tray
Right hand tray
(near side)
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The illustration locates the lubrication points of the ATB 46e.
Lubrication illustration