Every 250 Hours Or Annually; Changing Engine Oil; Draining Engine Oil - MacDon M2170NT Operator's Manual

6.10 Every 250 Hours or Annually

Complete the following maintenance tasks every 250 hours of operation or annually, whichever occurs first.
• Change the engine oil and filter. For instructions, refer to
• Change the primary engine air filter. For instructions, refer to
• Grease caster wheel hub bearings. For additional information, refer to
• Check the wheel drive lubricant level. For instructions, refer to
page 346.
• Inspect the exhaust system. For instructions, refer to
• Change the engine gearbox oil. For instructions, refer to

6.10.1 Changing Engine Oil

The engine oil should be changed according to the interval specified in the windrower's Maintenance Schedule. The oil
filter should be changed whenever the engine oil is changed.

Draining Engine Oil

As with most lubricating fluids, engine oil eventually needs to be changed. The oil should be drained with the engine warm,
so that it flows more freely, taking with it any harmful deposits.
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.
NOTE:
The engine should be warm prior to changing the oil.
1. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
2. Place a drain pan with a capacity of about 24 liters (6 U.S. gallons) under the engine oil drain.
3. Remove oil drain plug (A) and allow the oil to finish
draining.
4. Replace drain plug (A).
5. Check the condition of the used oil. If either of the
following is evident, have your Dealer correct the problem
before starting the engine:
• Thin black oil indicates fuel dilution
• Milky discoloration indicates coolant dilution
6. Dispose of the used oil in a manner that complies with local
rules and regulations.
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
6.10.1 Changing Engine Oil, page
6.10.2 Maintaining Engine Air Filters, page
6.10.3 Checking Wheel Drive Lubricant Level – 10 Bolt,
6.10.5 Inspecting Exhaust System, page
6.10.6 Changing Engine Gearbox Lubricant, page
Figure 6.86: Engine Oil Drain Plug
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339.
Grease Points, page 331
347.
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341.
348.
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