MacDon R85 Rotary Disc 16 Foot Pull-Type - Manual (Page 151)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
8.6.2 Break-In Inspections
Timing Item Refer to
At 1 hour Check wheel bolts. Section 8.11.1 Checking Wheel Bolts, page 211 .
Check for loose hardware. Tighten
to required torque.
Section 8.3 Torque Specifications, page 126 .
At 5 hours
Check drive belt tension.
At 25 hours Check drive belt tension.
Check drivebelt tension.
Section Inspecting the Conditioner Drive Belt, page 189
and section Inspecting the Auger Drive Belts, page 194 .
Change cutterbar lubricant.
Section 8.6.8 Lubricating the Cutterbar, page 152 . Use
Only Specified Amount. Do NOT overfill. At 50 hours
Change bevel gearbox lubricant.
Section Changing the Bevel Gearbox Lubricant, page
188 .
At 100 hours
Change hydraulic oil filter.
Section 8.9.6 Changing the Hydraulic Oil Filter, page
205 .
Change cutterbar lubricant. Section 8.6.8 Lubricating the Cutterbar, page 152 . At 150 hours
Change bevel gearbox lubricant.
Section Changing the Bevel Gearbox Lubricant, page
188 .
8.6.3 Preseason/Annual Service
CAUTION
• Review the operator’s manual to refresh your memory on safety and operating recommendations.
• Review all safety signs and other decals on the mower conditioner and note hazard areas.
• Be sure all shields and guards are properly installed and secured. Never alter or remove
safety equipment.
• Be sure you understand and have practiced safe use of all controls. Know the capacity and the
operating characteristics of the machine.
• Check the first aid kit and fire extinguisher. Know where they are and how to use them.
Perform the following at the beginning of each operating season:
• Lubricate machine completely. Refer to Section 8.6.5 Lubrication and Servicing, page 142 .
• Perform all annual maintenance. Refer to Section 8.6.1 Maintenance Schedule/Record, page 138 .
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