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5.4.3 Conditioner Gearbox
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Figure 5.53: Conditioner Gearbox
The conditioner gearbox (A), which transfers power from
the bevel gearbox to the conditioner rolls and to the
overshot auger, is located inside the drive compartment at
the left end of the header.
If repairs are required, the conditioner gearbox should be
removed and serviced at your MacDon Dealer.
The only regular servicing required is maintaining the
lubricant level and changing the lubricant according to the
intervals specified in this manual. Refer to 5.2.1
Maintenance Schedule/Record, page 122.
Changing the Conditioner Gearbox Lubricant
Follow these steps to change the conditioner gearbox lubricant:
DANGER
To avoid bodily injury or death from 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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Figure 5.54: Conditioner Gearbox Orientation
1. If the lubricant is cold, idle the machine for about 10
minutes to warm the lubricant.
2. Angle the header until gearbox (A) is level to the
ground (B). Refer to 4.6 Header Angle, page 97 for the
adjustment procedure.
3. Stop the engine and remove the key.
4. Engage header safety props. Refer to 3.3 Engaging and
Disengaging Header Safety Props, page 28.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
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