MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
5. Adjust the hitch jac k (A) until the drive gearbox is
parallel to the ground.
Figure 4.211: Hitch Jack
6. Cleanareaarounddipstick(A).
7. Remove dipstick (A) using a 22 mm socket.
8. Check lubrican t level on dipstick and en sure level is to
the mark.
9. Add gear lubricant to gearbox through dipstick hole (A).
Refer to 7.1 Recommended Lubricants, page 259 for
capacity of g ea rbox.
10. Reinstall dipstick (A) and tighten.
11. Close left driveshield. Refer to 3.2.2 Closing
Driveshields, page 34.
Figure 4.212: Left Side of Mower Conditioner
Draining Lubricant
DANGER
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
from ignition before leaving operator ’s seat for any reason.
IMPORTANT:
Drain the gearbox lubricant when the lubricant is warm.
If the lubricant is cold, idle the machine for approximately
10 minutes prior to draining.
1. Lower mower conditioner fully, stop engine, and
remove key from ignition.
2. Open left side cutterbar door. Refer to 3.3.1 Opening
Cutterbar Doors, page 36.
Figure 4.213: Cutterbar Doors
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