MacDon R85 Rotary Disc 16 Foot Self-Propelled Windrower Headers - Manual (Page 149)

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 112 .
Figure 7.45
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, stop engine, and remove
key from ignition.
3. Engage header safety props. See Section 5.3 Header
Safety Props, page 26 .
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