Drive Systems; Bevel Gearbox; Changing The Bevel Gearbox Lubricant - MacDon R85 Operator's Manual

7.7 Drive Systems

7.7.1 Bevel Gearbox

The bevel gearbox (A), which transfers power from the
hydraulic motor to the header drives, is located inside the
drive compartment at the left end of the header.
If repairs are required, it should be removed and serviced
at your Dealer. Contact your MacDon Dealer.
The only regular servicing required is maintaining the
lubricant level and changing the lubricant according to
the intervals specified in this manual. See Section
Maintenance Schedule/Record, page

Changing the Bevel Gearbox Lubricant

Follow these steps to change the bevel gearbox lubricant:
DANGER
Stop engine and remove key from ignition before
leaving operator's seat for any reason. A child or
even a pet could engage an idling machine.
1. Drain the gearbox when the lubricant is warm. If the
lubricant is cold, idle the machine for about 10 minutes
prior to draining.
2. Raise header to full height, stop engine, and remove
key from ignition.
3. Engage header safety props. See Section
Safety Props, page
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5.3 Header
26.
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Figure 7.45
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Rev. F