Specifications

RX-Express
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Maintenance
MONTHLY...
1. Check the oil level in the gearbox on a monthly
basis. This is a permanent lubricated gearbox.
You do not need to change the oil. However,
maintaining
the proper oil level is important. To
check the oil level, remove the vent plug and look
into the gearbox.
Turn the “star” until you can see
the inspection hole in the gear. With the unit
sitting flat, the oil level should be up to, but not
over, the middle of the gear. If oil needs to be
added, use a quality 80-90 weight gear oil.
HELPFUL HINT: When checking the oil level in the gearbox, use
a dipstick. The oil level should read 3/8”.
2. Remove and rinse the filter screen from the- flow control valve.
3. Change the felt seal. This is recommended after every ten
hours of use. (For step by step instructions on removing the
cleaning head and the seal, please refer to the “REPAIR GUIDE”
section. ) Always keep a spare felt seal soaking in 30 weight oil.
a toothpick as
By immersing
the felt in oil, it will expand like a sponge and provide sufficient seal for a good
vacuum. Place the worn seal back in the oil bath to rejuvenate.
HELPFUL HINT: An ideal container in which to soak the spare \
*
felt seal is a commercial tuna can. It is the right size and shape >
and does not require a large amount of oil.
After placing the refreshed, oil-soaked felt seal in the hub, coat
the surface with 30 weight gear oil. Lightly oil the inner hub
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