Lubrication - MacDon R1 Series Operator's Manual

6. Check for any broken components and order replacements
from your Dealer. Immediately repairing these items will
save time and effort at beginning of the next season.
7. Replace or tighten any missing or loose hardware. For
information, refer to 7.1 Torque Specifications, page
8. Lubricate the rotary disc pull-type thoroughly, leaving
excess grease on the fittings to keep moisture out of the
lubricated component.
9. Apply grease to any exposed threads, cylinder rods, and
sliding surfaces of components.
10. Oil the cutterbar components to prevent rust from forming.
11. Loosen the clutch driveline pressure plate tensioning
nuts (A) by one and a half turns to prevent clutch seizure
due to rust.
12. Loosen the drive belt.
13. If the divider rods are equipped, remove them to reduce
the space required for inside storage.
14. Repaint all worn or chipped painted surfaces to prevent
rust from forming.
15. If possible, store the machine in a dry, protected place. If
you are storing the machine outside, always cover the
rotary disc pull-type with a waterproof canvas or other
protective material.
16. Use blocks to take the weight off the rotary disc pull-type s
tires, if possible.

4.3.6 Lubrication

Proper lubrication is essential to ensuring the service life of the machine.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury, before servicing the rotary disc pull-type or opening the drive covers, refer to
Machine for Servicing, page
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
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Figure 4.6: Driveline Clutch
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4.2 Preparing
Revision A