MAINTENANCE AN D SERVICING
NOTE:
For lubricant specifications, Refer to Lubricants, Fluids, and System Capacities, page 199.
DANGER
Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator's seat for any reason. A child or even a
pet could engage an idling machine.
1. Rotate wheel so that one of the plugs (A) is horizontally
aligned with the center of the hub.
2. Stop windrower and remove key from ignition.
3. Remove the plug. The oil should be visible through the
hole, or slightly running out.
4. If lubricant needs to be added, remove the second plug
(B), and add lubricant until lubricant runs out at (A).
NOTE:
PRIOR TO FIR ST CHANGE: use SAE 85W140, API
Service, Class GL-5, Extreme Pressure Gear Lubricant.
NOTE:
AFTER FIRST CH ANGE: use SAE 75W 90, API Service,
Class GL-5, Fully Synthetic Transmission Lubricant (SAE
J2360 preferred).
5. Reinstall and tighten plugs (A) and (B).
Figure 5.194: Wheel Drive
6. Start up and operate the windrower for a few minutes,
then stop and check the oil level. Refer to Checking
Wheel Drive Lubricant Level, page 300. If necessary,
add more oil.
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