Checking And Adding Oil In Conditioner Timing Gearbox Standard Header - MacDon R216 Unloading And Assembly Instructions

9.6 Checking and Adding Oil in Conditioner Timing Gearbox
– Standard Header
Check the oil in the conditioner timing gearbox to ensure that it was filled to the proper level at the factory.
DANGER
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key
from the ignition before leaving the operator's seat for any reason.
DANGER
Ensure that all bystanders have cleared the area.
IMPORTANT:
Check the gearbox oil level when the oil is warm. If the oil is cold, idle the machine for approximately 10 minutes before
checking the oil.
1. Start the engine.
2. Lower the rotary disc header to the ground and adjust the header angle so that the cutterbar is parallel to the ground.
3. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
4. On the right side of the header, engage lift release latch (A)
and pull handle (B) to open outboard driveshield (C).
5. Lift handle (D) to open inboard driveshield (E).
6. Clean around oil level sight glass (A) and breather (B) on the
inboard side of the gearbox.
7. Ensure that the lubricant is level with the top of sight
glass (A). If necessary, add lubricant through breather (B).
NOTE:
Refer to the inside back cover for a list of recommended
fluids, lubricants, and capacities.
8. Close the right driveshield.
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PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS
Figure 9.34: Right Driveshield
Figure 9.35: Conditioner Timing Gearbox
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