Adding Wheel Drive Lubricant - 12 Bolt (Optional) - MacDon M2170 Operator's Manual

1. Rotate the wheel drive so that plug (A) and plug (B) are
horizontally aligned with center (C) of the hub.
2. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from
the ignition.
3. Remove either plug (A) or plug (B).
NOTE:
PRIOR TO FIRST CHANGE: Use SAE 85W-140, API service,
class GL-5, extreme pressure gear lubricant (non-synthetic).
NOTE:
AFTER FIRST CHANGE: Use SAE 75W-140 or 80W-140, API
service, class GL-5, fully synthetic transmission lubricant
(SAE J2360 preferred).
4. Add lubricant through one of the ports until the lubricant reaches the bottom of the ports and begins to run out.
5. Reinstall and tighten plug (A) or plug (B). Torque the plug to 24 Nm (216 lbf·in).
6. Start up and operate the windrower for a few minutes, then stop and check the oil level. For specifications, refer to
5.1.2 Lubricants, Fluids, and System Capacities, page
5.10.6 Adding Wheel Drive Lubricant – 12 Bolt (Optional)
Wheel drive lubricant helps separate moving parts relative to one another to prevent wear and tear and friction.
NOTE:
Do NOT mix lubricants of different brands or characteristics.
NOTE:
For lubricant specifications, refer to
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.
1. Rotate the wheel drive until fill/drain plug (A) is vertically
centered with the hub, and check plug (B) is horizontally
aligned with the center of the hub.
2. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from
the ignition.
3. Remove plugs (A) and (B).
NOTE:
PRIOR TO FIRST CHANGE: Use SAE 85W-140, API service,
class GL-5, extreme pressure gear lubricant (non-synthetic).
NOTE:
AFTER FIRST CHANGE: Use SAE 75W-140 or 80W-140, API
service, class GL-5, fully synthetic transmission lubricant
(SAE J2360 preferred).
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
353. If necessary, add more oil.
5.1.2 Lubricants, Fluids, and System Capacities, page
425
A
Figure 5.112: Wheel Drive – 10 Bolt
353.
A
Figure 5.113: Wheel Drive – 12 Bolt
B
C
B
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