MAINTENANCE AND S ERVICING
Ballast Requirements
Fluid ballasting of rear caster tires is recommended to provide adequate machin e stability when usin g large
headers on the windro wer. Also , th e sta b ility of the ma chine varies w ith different attachments, windrower options,
terrain, and the operator’s driving technique.
Ballast capability pe r tire is at a maximum fill of 75%, or when fluid is level with valve stem when the stem is positioned
at 12 o’clock. Fluid can be added to any level up to maximum fill. Always add an equal amount of fluid on both sides.
Table 5.6 Recommended Ballast Weight
Recommended Ballast
Header Description
Level G roun
d Hills
Per Tire Both Tires Per Tire Both Tires
Type
Size
US Gal
(liters)
lb (kg)
US Gal
(liters)
lb (kg)
Recommended
Tire Size
A-Series
All options
R-Series 13-foot O NLY
25-foot
and
down
0
30-foot Single
or Double
Reel without
Conditioner.
35-foot Single
Reel
00
10 (38) 200 (91)
7.5 X 16
10 X 16
16.5 X 1
6.1
30-foot
Double
Reel Steel
Fingers and
Conditioner.
35-foot
Double Reel
(5 or 6-Bat)
18 (69) 380 (170) 30 (115) 630 (288)
Level Ground:
10 X 16
Level Ground:
16.5 X 16.1
Hills: 16.5 X 16.1
D-Series
40-
foot
30 (
115)
630
(288)
41 (
158)
830
(377) 16.5 X 16.1
5.5.11 Maintenance Schedule
The Maintenance Schedule specifies the recommended periodic maintenance procedures and service intervals.
Regular maintenance is the best insurance against early wear and u ntimely breakdowns. Following this schedule
to maximize machine life.
For detailed instructions, refer to the various procedures in this chapter. Use the fluids and lubricants specified in
8.2 Recommended Fuel, Fluids, and Lubricants, page 465.
Service Intervals: The recommended service intervals are in hours of operation. W here a service interval is given
in more than one time frame, for example 100 hours or annually, service the machine at whichever interval is
reached first.
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