Checking Cutterbar Lubricant Level - MacDon R1 Series Installation Instructions Manual

3.7 Checking Cutterbar Lubricant Level

The new cutterbar comes from the factory pre-filled with lubricant. Before installing the cutterbar, you should check to
make sure the lubricant level is correct, and adjust if needed. Follow these steps:
1. Position the cutterbar on a flat surface. Use a spirit (bubble)
level (A) to ensure the cutterbar is level in both directions
(front to back and end to end).
2. Locate the level inspection plug (A) on the back side of the
cutterbar, inboard of the innermost drum.
3. Clean the area around plug (A). Place a 5 liter (5.2 US qts)
capacity container under the plug to catch any spills.
4. Use a 17 mm socket to remove plug (A) and O-ring (B) from
the cutterbar. The lubricant level should be up to the
inspection plug hole.
5. If the lubricant level is too low, tilt the cutterbar forward
and add more lubricant through the level hole.
NOTE:
For lubricant specifications, refer to the header operator's
manual or technical manual.
6. Return the cutterbar to level position and recheck lubricant
level. If necessary, repeat previous step.
7. Reinstall plug.
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Figure 3.29: Spirit Level on Cutterbar
Figure 3.30: Cutterbar Level Inspection Plug
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