Anderson SMARTMIX A1230FD, Operator'S Manual

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7.4 Checking the planetary oil level and changing the oil
NOTE: Check the oil level when the machine is stopped, the mixing
chamber is level, and the oil temperature is between 20 and
30 degrees Celsius.
On the SMARTMIX A280, A380 and A520 models, the planetary oil tank(s) are on the front left of the
mixing chamber, beside the ladder.
On the SMARTMIX A700, A950 and A1230 models, the oil tanks are on each side of the mixing
chamber.
The arrows above and below the OIL indicator show whether it is for the front or rear gearbox.
Figure 60 — Planetary Oil Level Indicator
To top up the oil:
1. Remove the oil tank guards (SMARTMIX A700, A950 and A1230 only).
2. Remove the breather (see Figure 61-A).
3. Remove the plug on the top of the tank (see Figure 61-B) and add oil (see Table 16 for the
recommended oil type).
To drain the planetary:
NOTE: Draining the gearbox is easier right after using the
machine.