MacDon M1240, Operator'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
1. Open the hood. Refer to 5.3.1 Opening Hood, page
244 .
2. Remove the pressurized cap (A) from coolant
recovery tank.
NOTE:
For coolant speci fi cations, refer to 5.1.3 Lubricants,
Fluids, and System Capacities, page 236 .
3. Add coolant at a rate not exceeding 11 liters per
minute (3 gallons per minute) until the recovery tank
is one-half full.
NOTE:
When adding coolant, use the MAX COLD line (B)
on the side of tank that faces cab for an accurate
measurement.
CAUTION
Before starting the machine, check to be sure all
bystanders have cleared the area.
4. With the pressurized cap off, start the engine and run
at high idle for approximately 20 minutes or until the
engine temperature reaches 85°C (185°F).
5. Add coolant until the recovery tank is one-half full.
Check the coolant level again. Refer to 5.6.6 Checking
Engine Coolant Level, page 262 .
6. Replace the pressurized cap (A).
7. Close the hood. Refer to 5.3.2 Closing Hood, page
245 .
Figure 5.101: Coolant Recovery Tank
5.12.2 Draining Hydraulic Oil
Hydraulic oil should be changed every 2000 hours of operation or three years, whichever comes fi rst.
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.
CAUTION
If machine is running, oil may be hot. Burns can result from contact with hot oil. This procedure can be
performed when the oil is cold, but
fi rst run the machine to stir the oil up before draining.
1. Park windrower on level ground and lower header and reel so that lift cylinders are fully retracted.
2. Shut down the engine and remove the key.
3. Open the hood. Refer to 5.3.1 Opening Hood, page 244 .
4. Place a container (at least 65 liters [17 US gallons] capacity) under drain at the bottom of the hydraulic reservoir
to collect the oil.
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