MacDon M205 Operators Manual - Manual (Page 412)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
NOTE:
For lubricant specifications, refer to
Lubricants, Fluids, and System Capacities, page 285 .
DANGER
Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator's seat for any reason. A child or even a
pet could engage an idling machine.
1. Rotate the wheel drive so plugs (A) and (B) are
horizontal (C).
2. Stop windrower and remove key from ignition.
3. Remove the two plugs (A) and (B).
NOTE:
PRIOR TO FIRST CHANGE:
use SAE 85W140, API
Service, Class GL-5, Extreme Pressure Gear Lubricant.
NOTE:
AFTER FIRST CHANGE:
use SAE 75W90, API Service,
Class GL-5, Fully Synthetic Transmission Lubricant (SAE
J2360 preferred).
4. Add lubricant through one of the ports until the lubricant
flows out of the other port.
5. Reinstall and tighten plugs (A) and (B).
Figure 5.216: Wheel Drive
6. Start up and operate the windrower for a few minutes,
then stop and check the oil level. Refer to Checking
Wheel Drive Lubricant Level, page 395 . If necessary,
add more oil.
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