TM 5-2420-231-10
0022
LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS
These lubrication instructions are for operator (C) maintenance. Lubrication intervals (on-condition or hard
time) are based on normal operation. Lubricate more frequently during constant use, and less during inactive
periods. The task-hour specified is the time needed to do all the services prescribed for a particular interval.
Use correct grade of lubricant for seasonal temperature expected. The lubrication interval and symbol is
listed below:
D Daily or 10 hours
M Monthly
Before starting your lubrication, do the following:
Never
Always
a. Use Lubrication Instructions as your guide.
a. Use wrong type/grade lubricant.
b. Use correct type/grade lubricant.
b. Use too much lubricant.
c. Clean area where lubricant is to be applied to
c. Apply lubricant to dirty components.
prevent buildup of dirt, grit, and contaminants.
1. Clean grease fittings before lubricating with grease gun.
2. Add grease through grease fitting until clean grease comes out of component; then, wipe off excess.
3. Authorized grease is automotive grease. Authorized fuel, engine lubricating oil, antifreeze, windshield
washer solvent, transmission fluid, and hydraulic fluid are listed in the Servicing work package (WP
FEL Grease Fittings
FEL grease fittings are listed in Table 2 and shown in Figure 2.
Table 2. FEL Grease Fittings.
ITEM NO.
INTERVAL
COMPONENT
NO. OF PLACES
LUBRICANT
1
D
Lift arms pivot
4 (2 each side)
Grease
2
D
Lift cylinder closed end
4 (2 each side)
Grease
3
D
Lift cylinder rod end
2 (1 each side)
Grease
4
D
Bucket cylinder trunnion
2 (1 each side)
Grease
5
D
Bucket link
2 (1 each side)
Grease
6
D
Bucket cylinder rod end
2 (1 each side)
Grease
7
D
Bucket pivot
4 (2 each side)
Grease
8
D
4-in-1 bucket clamshell cylinder rod end
2 (1 each side)
Grease
9
D
4-in-1 bucket clamshell cylinder and
2 (1 each side)
Grease
pivot
10
D
4-in-1 bucket clamshell cylinder closed
2 (1 each side)
Grease
end
11
D
FEL tool carrier lock pins
2 (1 each side)
Grease
