MacDon M1240 - Chapter 8: Reference; Torque Specifications; Metric Bolt Specifications

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5.10.3 Checking Wheel Drive Lubricant Level – 10 Bolt
Check the wheel drive lubricant level every 250 hours or annually.
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the
key from the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat for any reason.
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B
C
Figure 5.103: Drive Wheel
1. Park the windrower on level ground.
2. Position windrower so that plugs (A) and (B) are
horizontally aligned with center (C) of the hub.
WARNING
Use caution when removing plug as there may be pressure in
the drive.
3. Remove plug (A) or (B). The lubricant should be visible
through the port or running out slightly. If lubricant needs
to be added, refer to 5.10.5 Adding Wheel Drive Lubricant –
10 Bolt, page 400 .
NOTE:
The type of lubricant used after the first lubricant change is
different from the factory supplied lubricant.
4. Reinstall the plugs and torque to 24 Nm (18 lbf·ft).
5.10.4 Checking Wheel Drive Lubricant – 12 Bolt (Optional)
Check the wheel drive lubricant level every 250 hours or annually.
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the
key from the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat for any reason.
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B
Figure 5.104: Wheel Drive – 12 Bolt
1. Park the windrower on level ground.
2. Rotate the wheel drive until fill/drain plug (A) is at the
12 o’clock position, and check plug (B) is at the 3 o’clock
position.
3. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from
the ignition.
WARNING
Use caution when removing the plug, as the fluid may still be
under pressure.
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