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MacDon R85 Rotary Disc 13 Foot User Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

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Revision C

7.6 DRIVE

SYSTEMS

7.6.1 Driveline

The driveline normally remains attached to the
mower conditioner, and is stored on the hook
provided when not in use. Apart from normal
lubrication, no maintenance or servicing is
necessary. If driveline is damaged or worn,
replace it.

Ensure driveline guard is not damaged and is in
good condition. Replace it if damaged or
improper fitment. Refer to Section 7.6.2 Driveline
Guard.

7.6.1.1 Removal

a. Park mower conditioner on level ground, lower

header to ground, and block the wheels.

b. Shut off engine, and remove key from ignition.

c. Support front of hitch with wooden blocks

(or equivalent).

d. Remove the hitch drawbar adapter or 3-point hitch

adapter as follows:

1. Remove cotter pin and washer on clevis pin

(A), and remove clevis pin.

2. Hold hitch adapter (B), and remove swivel pin

(C).

3. Remove hitch adapter.

d. Turn driveline so that bolt (D) is accessible from

underside of casting.

e. Use a large wrench to keep driveline from turning,

and remove bolt (D) and washers with a 15/16 in.
wrench.

f. Rotate driveline 1/4 turn so that clamp bolt (E) in

yoke is accessible.

g. Remove clamp bolt (E) with a 3/4 in. wrench.

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A

DRAWBAR ADAPTER SHOWN

C

B

E

D