Hydraulics; Checking Oil Level In Hydraulic Reservoir - MacDon FlexDraper FD1 Series Operator's Manual

5.4 Hydraulics

The FM100 Float Module's hydraulic system drives the float module feed draper, header drapers, and knife drives.
The combine's hydraulic system drives the reel hydraulics.
The float module frame acts as an oil reservoir. Refer to inside back cover for oil requirements.

5.4.1 Checking Oil Level in Hydraulic Reservoir

Check the hydraulic oil level in the reservoir every 25 hours.
1. Check the oil level using the lower sight (A) and the
upper sight (B) with the cutterbar just touching the
ground and with center-link retracted.
NOTE:
Check the level when the oil is cold.
NOTE:
For extremely hilly terrain, a hillside extension kit can be
installed. Refer to 6.1.1 Hillside Extension Kit, page
545.
2. Ensure the oil is at the appropriate level for the terrain
as follows:
•
Hilly terrain: Maintain level so lower sight (A) is full,
and upper sight (B) is up to one-half filled.
•
Normal terrain: Maintain level so lower sight (A) is
full, and upper sight (B) is empty.
NOTE:
It may be necessary to slightly reduce the oil level when
ambient temperatures are above 35°C (95°F) to prevent
overflow at the breather when normal operating
temperatures are reached.
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Figure 5.27: Oil Level Sight Glass
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