Charge Filter - MacDon M2170 Operator's Manual

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5. Tighten filter (A) an additional 3/4 turn by hand.

Do NOT use a filter wrench to install the oil filter;

overtightening can damage the gasket and filter.

6. Check hydraulic fluid levels. For instructions, refer to

Checking Hydraulic Oil, page

5.1.2 Lubricants, Fluids, and System Capacities, page

5.6.10 Charge Filter

The charge filter removes particulate contaminants from the oil before the oil is directed into the traction and header drive

pumps. The oil maintains a positive pressure and is continuously supplied in these closed circuits during operation. The

charge filter has a high-pressure bypass of 345 kPa (50 psi) that allows oil to bypass the filter element during cold

temperatures and when the filter element is heavily loaded.

The charge filter must be replaced at regular intervals. The filter telltale is displayed on the HarvestTouch

charge filter must be changed after the first 50 hours and every 500 hours thereafter. Follow the service schedule on the

Refer to the following procedures to change the charge filter:

Removing Charge Filter, page

Installing Charge Filter, page

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

398. For capacity level, refer to

Figure 5.53: M2170 Return Filter

Figure 5.54: M2260 Return Filter

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