Checking Gearbox Oil Level - Woodstock W1862 Owner's Manual

Checking.Gearbox.Oil.
Level
Before starting your machine for the first time, check the
gearbox oil level. The proper oil level is just even with
the bottom of the fill plug hole. The gearbox uses ISO 320
gear oil. However, SAE 140 gear oil or SAE 85W–140 multi-
weight gear oil may also be used as alternatives. DO NOT
mix oil types.
Note: For easier access to the fill plug, remove the drive
chain cover (see Figure 15).
To.check.gearbox.oil.level,.do.these.steps:
1.. Remove gearbox fill plug (see Figure.15).
2. Wipe clean the 6mm hex wrench that came with
your machine, dip the short end of it inside fill hole,
and then remove it.
— If the end of the hex wrench is coated with oil,
then the gearbox oil level is okay. Replace the fill
plug and continue setup.
— If the end of the hex wrench is not coated with
oil, then you need to add more oil. Refer to
Gearbox.Oil on Page.40 for instructions on how to
do this.
Note: We recommend that you replace the gearbox oil
after the first 20 hours of operation. This is a normal
break-in procedure and will help maximize the service life
of the machine by flushing away any particles from the
break-in and manufacturing process.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19)
Fill Plug
Figure.15. Location of gearbox fill plug.
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Drive
Chain
Cover