Checking And Adding Lubricant - Cutterbar - MacDon R113 Unloading And Assembly Instructions

10.8 Checking and Adding Lubricant – Cutterbar
Correct lubricant and levels are essential to the performance and longevity of the cutterbar.
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the
key from the ignition before leaving the operator's seat.
WARNING
Exercise caution when working around the blades. Blades are sharp and can cause serious injury. Wear gloves when
handling blades.
1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface.
2. Lower the header onto 25 cm (10 in.) blocks under both ends of the cutterbar.
3. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
4. Open the cutterbar doors.
5. Use spirit level (A) to ensure that the cutterbar is level in
both directions. Adjust the cutterbar position accordingly.
6. Clean the area around plug (A). Place a 5 liter (5.2 US qts)
capacity container under plug (A).
7. Remove plug (A) and O-ring (B) from the cutterbar. The oil
level must be up to the inspection plug hole.
NOTE:
If additional lubricant is required, proceed to Step
125. If additional lubricant is NOT required, proceed to
Step 15, page 125.
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT overfill the cutterbar. Overfilling can cause
overheating, damage, and failure of the cutterbar
components.
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PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS
Figure 10.23: Spirit Level on Cutterbar
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Figure 10.24: Cutterbar Oil Inspection Plug
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