MacDon R80 Rotary Disc Pull-Type Windrower - Manual (Page 83)

MAINTENANCE/SERVICE
Form # 169053
81
Model Year - 2009
7.9 HEADER DRIVE
7.9.1 Pump Gearbox
7.9.1.1 Checking Oil Level
a. Park mower conditioner on level ground.
b. Check oil level in sight gauge (A) on lower left
side of gearbox. The oil must be even with the
sight glass when at the proper level.
7.9.1.2 Changing Oil
a. Drain the gearbox when the oil is warm. If the
oil is cold, idle the machine for about 10 minutes
prior to draining.
b. Place a suitable container under drain plug (B)
and remove the plug.
c. Allow sufficient time for oil to drain.
d. Replace plug and tighten.
e. Remove filler/breather plug (C).
f. Add 2.1 qts (2.0 litres) SAE 80W-90 gear
lubricant to gearbox through port (C).
g. Check sight glass (A) for proper level.
h. Properly dispose of used oil and clean up any
spilled oil.
7.9.2 Bevel Gearbox
The bevel gearbox is located inside the drive
compartment at the left hand side of the header.
If repairs are required, it should be removed and
serviced at your dealer. Refer to Section 7.9.2.3
Removal – Bevel Gearbox.
16 FT
13 FT
A
B
C