Hydraulics; Hydraulics - Self-Propelled; Hydraulics - Pull-Type; Reservoir - MacDon A30-S Operator's Manual

7.7 HYDRAULICS

7.7.1 Hydraulics – Self-Propelled
Refer to M100, or M150 & M200 Self-Propelled
Windrower Operator's Manual for hydraulic
system maintenance
propelled windrowers.
7.7.2 Hydraulics – Pull-Type
The pull-type windrower is hydraulically powered
using the following systems:
A self-contained hydraulic system to operate
•
the header functions.
The tractor remote system to operate the
•
header lift cylinders and steering.
WARNING
Do not use remote
pressures over 3000 psi (20684 kPa). Check
your tractor manual for remote system
pressure.
7.7.2.1

Reservoir

The windrower's self-contained hydraulic system
uses the APT of the machine for the hydraulic oil
reservoir.
7.7.2.2

Oil Level

Check oil level daily (before start-up) at the sight
gauge on the left side of the APT.
should be at or near FULL mark on the gauge
when top surface of APT is level and oil is cold.
Form # 169000
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE
procedures for self-
hydraulic system
Oil level
7.7.2.3

Adding Hydraulic Oil

A
a. Slowly unscrew filler cap (A) from filler tube.
b. Add SAE 15W40 oil until level is between ADD
and FULL marks on sight gauge.
c. Replace filler cap.
7.7.2.4

Changing Hydraulic Oil

Change hydraulic oil every 500 hours or 3
years.
A drain pan with a capacity of 130 liters
(35 U.S. gallons) will be required.
Windrower must be disconnected from
tractor.
Windrower/Tractor Unhook.
a. Remove filler cap (A) at aft end of APT.
B
b. Disconnect the pump suction hose (B) from the
pump and drain into container.
c. Reconnect pump suction hose to the pump.
d. Fill reservoir to recommended level with SAE
15W30 oil. Capacity is 33 gal. US (126 liters).
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NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
Refer to Section
Model Year - 2009
5.4,