Changing Engine Gearbox Lubricant; Changing Wheel Drive Lubricant - 10 Bolt - MacDon M2170NT Operator's Manual

6.6.5 Changing Engine Gearbox Lubricant

Change the engine gearbox lubricant after the first 50 hours, and then every 250 hours or annually.
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 for any reason.
CAUTION
Park on a flat, level surface with the header on the ground, the ground speed lever (GSL) in the PARK position, and the
steering wheel in the locked position (centered). To confirm that the parking brake is engaged, wait for the
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HarvestTouch Display to beep and display a red P symbol
NOTE:
It is best to change lubricant in the morning before it warms up. If the engine is hot, wait 10 minutes before checking the
lubricant level to allow the lubricant to cool and settle in the sump.
1. Park the windrower on a level surface.
2. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
3. Place a 4 liter (1 U.S. gallon) drain pan under the gearbox.
4. Remove drain plug (A) and allow the lubricant to
finish draining.
5. Inspect the drain plug. Small metal shavings are normal. If
there are any larger metal pieces, Contact your MacDon
Dealer.
6. Reinstall drain plug (A), and remove check plug (B).
7. Add lubricant until the oil level reaches check plug (B). For
lubricant specifications, refer to
and System Capacities, page
8. Reinstall check plug (B).
9. Operate the engine at low idle, and check for leaks at the
check plug and drain plug.
6.6.6 Changing Wheel Drive Lubricant – 10 Bolt
The wheel drive lubricant should be changed after the first 50 hours and every 1000 hours or annually, whichever occurs
first. Change the lubricant when it is warm.
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 for any reason.
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Figure 6.41: M2170NT Engine Gearbox
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