7drive systems, 1bevel gearbox, Changing the bevel gearbox lubricant – MacDon R85 Rotary Disc 13 Foot Self-Propelled Windrower Header User Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

7.7

Drive Systems

7.7.1

Bevel Gearbox

The bevel gearbox (A), which transfers power from the
hydraulic motor to the header drives, is located inside the
drive compartment at the left end of the header.

If repairs are required, it should be removed and serviced
at your Dealer. Contact your MacDon Dealer.

The only regular servicing required is maintaining the
lubricant level and changing the lubricant according to
the intervals specified in this manual. See Section

7.5.1

Maintenance Schedule/Record, page 104

.

Figure 7.56

Changing the Bevel Gearbox Lubricant

Follow these steps to change the bevel gearbox lubricant:

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. Drain the gearbox when the lubricant is warm. If the

lubricant is cold, idle the machine for about 10 minutes
prior to draining.

2. Raise header to full height and engage header safety

props. Stop engine and remove key.

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Rev. E

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