Checking And Adding Lubricant In Cutterbar - MacDon R216 Installation Instructions Manual

3.5 Checking and Adding Lubricant in Cutterbar

The new cutterbar comes from the factory pre-filled with lubricant. Before installing the cutterbar, check to make sure the
lubricant level is correct, and add if needed.
WARNING
Exercise caution when working around the blades. Blades are sharp and can cause serious injury. Wear gloves when
handling blades.
1. Use a spirit (bubble) level (A) to ensure the cutterbar is
level in both directions. Adjust the cutterbar accordingly.
2. Clean the area around plug (A). Place a 5 liter (5.2 US qts)
capacity container under plug.
3. Use a 17 mm socket to remove plug (A) and gasket (B) from
cutterbar. Oil level must be up to the inspection plug hole.
4. If the lubricant is too low, tilt the cutterbar forward and add
more lubricant through the level hole. For lubricant
specification, refer to the header operator's manual or
technical manual.
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT overfill the cutterbar. Overfilling can cause
overheating, damage, or cutterbar component failure.
5. Return the cutterbar to level position and recheck lubricant
level. If necessary, repeat previous step.
6. Reinstall gasket (B) and plug (A), and torque to 30 Nm
(22 lbf·ft).
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Figure 3.16: Spirit Level on Cutterbar
Figure 3.17: Cutterbar Oil Inspection Plug
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