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Figure 5.30: Oil Reservoir Filler Cap
1. Shut down the combine, and remove the key from
the ignition.
2. Clean any dirt or debris from the filler cap (A).
3. Loosen and remove the filler cap (A) by turning it
counterclockwise.
4. Add warm oil (approximately 21°C [70°F]) and fill to the
required level. Refer to the inside back cover for
specifications.
IMPORTANT:
Warm oil will flow through the screen better than cold
oil. Do NOT remove the screen.
5. Reinstall the filler cap (A).
5.4.3 Changing Oil in Hydraulic Reservoir
Change the hydraulic oil in the reservoir every 1000 hours or 3 years (whichever comes first).
DANGER
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key
from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason.
Figure 5.31: Reservoir Drain
1. Detach the header from the adapter. Refer to 4 Header
Attachment/Detachment, page 269.
2. Raise the feeder house and engage the lift cylinder
safety props.
3. Place a suitably sized container (at least 30 liters [8 US
gallons]) under each of the two oil drain plugs (A)
located at the base on each side of the frame.
4. Remove the oil drain plugs (A) with a 1-1/2 in. hex
socket and allow the oil to drain.
5. Replace the oil drain plugs (A) when reservoir is empty.
6. Change the oil filter if required. Refer to 5.4.4 Changing
Oil Filter, page 346.
7. Add approximately 60 liters (16 US gallons) of oil to the
reservoir. Refer to 5.4.2 Adding Oil to Hydraulic
Reservoir, page 344.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING