Conditioner Gearbox; Changing The Conditioner Gearbox Lubricant - MacDon R85 Operator's Manual

7.7.3 Conditioner Gearbox

The conditioner gearbox (A), which transfers power from
the bevel gearbox to the conditioner rolls and to the
overshot auger, is located inside the drive compartment at
the left end of the header.
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
If repairs are required, the conditioner gearbox should be
removed and serviced at your MacDon Dealer.

Changing the Conditioner Gearbox Lubricant

Follow these steps to change the conditioner 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.
NOTE: Drain the gearbox when the lubricant is warm. If the lubricant is cold, idle the machine for about
10 minutes prior to draining.
1. Raise header to full height, stop engine, and remove
key from ignition.
2. Engage header safety props. See Section
Safety Props, page
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5.3 Header
26.
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