Echo 99944200620 Operator's Manual - page 15
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5. Place the gearcase on the RH side and supported so the outer tube
is parallel to the ground. Refill the gearcase with 60 cc (2.0 fl.oz) of
Mobil SHC634 Synthetic Gear Oil to the bottom of the chamfer on
the output gear. The correct oil depth is 5/8" (15.5 mm). DO NOT
OVERFILL!
6. Inspect the sideplate for damage and clean off all remaining liquid
gasket material with brake cleaner or acetone. Coat the outer sealing
flange of the sideplate with silicon sealant.
7. Replace the cover and install the four sideplate screws. Tighten
securely.
8. Reinstall the drum and axle assembly. Refer to the section “Assem-
bly: Sweeper Assembly” for instructions.
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1. Remove ProPaddle sweeper drum assemblies and drum axles.
IMPORTANT
Do not immerse the gearcase or driveshaft in water. Water will
enter gear housing and damage gears, bearings and seals.
2. Inspect ProPaddle belts and fins for excessive wear and damage.
Have Echo dealer replace paddle belts if fins are worn excessively
or distorted, or if belts are damaged.
3. Clean ProPaddle sweeper drums and reusable belts with water.
4. Insert plastic drum axles into drums, and install assembly hardware
on axles to avoid loss during storage.
5. Stand drums on outer ends to prevent paddle fins from deforming
during storage.
6. Apply a thin coating of oil to gearcase output shafts to prevent rust.
7. Lubricate lower drive shaft with grease. (Refer to Lubrication
instructions.)