Safe handling of oils
WARNING Do not allow oils to come into
regular contact with skin. This
can lead to serious skin
diseases. Medical evidence
suggests they may include
skin cancer.
Always wear protective gloves
when handling oils for
topping up, draining, or
refilling.
Dispose of waste oil into
waste oil storage tanks. if
storage tanks are not
available, consult your
Distributor or local authority
for addresses of local
designated disposal points.
It is illegal to dispose of waste
oil into drains or water
courses or to bury it.
Every 50 operating hours, or
weekly
Check gearbox oil level
Check the gearbox oil level when the
machine has stood for 2 minutes.
Clean the area around the dipstick/filler
(V) before removing.
Remove the dipstick and check the oil
level. Top-up between the two marks
(W). It is most important not to overfill.
For the correct type and grade of oil, see
“Specifications”.
Every 1000 operating hours
Change gearbox oil
Clean the areas surrounding the dipstick
(V) and drain plugs (X).
Place a suitable container beneath the
drain plug.
CAUTION: Before removing the drain
plug be sure to stand to one side to avoid
the oil that will spill from the hole.
Remove the drain plug (X) and drain the
gearbox. (Do not lose its sealing washer)
Replace drain plug with its sealing
washer.
Remove the dipstick (V) from the filler
hole.
Fill with oil. Check that the final level is
between the two marks on the dipstick. It
is most important not to overfill.
For the correct type and grade of oil, see
“Specifications”.
3.10 SERVICE
GEARBOX
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