KCM 70Z7, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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MAINTENANCE
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Front Axle
Rear Axle
Front Axle
Rear Axle
1
1
2
Change Axle Oil
--- every 2000 hours
WARNING: Be cautious about the following items.
y
Starting repair work immediately after operation
may cause burns. Wait for oil temperature to lower.
y
Lock the front and rear chassis with the articulation
lock bar.
IMPORTANT: Do not use axle oils other than those listed
in the “Recommended Axle Oil”.
Change Axle Oil
1. Park the machine following the same procedures as
described on page 7-7 for preparation of inspection/
maintenance work.
2. Install articulation lock bar (4) to the front and rear of the
chassis by following the procedures described on page
7-9.
3. Clean the vicinity around drain plug (1) and the oil drain
plug hole.
4. Arrange a container of 50 liters (13 gallons) capacity to
receive the drain oil.
5. Remove drain plug (1) to drain the oil.
6. Securely tighten drain plug (1).
7. Refill the specified amount of oil through oil level plug
(2) hole.
Front Rear
31 liters
(8.2 gallons)
34 liters
(9.0 gallons)
IMPORTANT: It takes time for oil to fully lubricate the
overall front axle. After installing the plug, operate
the machine slowly for several minutes. Then, stop the
engine and check the axle for any oil leaks.
2
M4GB-07-035
M4GB-07-036
M4GB-07-037
M4GB-07-038