MacDon M205, Operator'S Manual

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Revision A
1. Park the windrower on level ground.
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A
B
C
Figure 5.204: Drive Wheel Hub
2. Position windrower so plugs (A) and (B) are horizontally
aligned with the center (C) of the hub.
3. Stop the engine, and remove the key.
4. Remove plug (A) or (B). The lubricant should be visible
through the port or running out slightly. If lubricant
needs to be added, refer to
Adding Wheel Drive
Lubricant, page 401 .
NOTE:
The type of lubricant used after the first lubricant
change is different from the factory supplied lubricant.
5. Reinstall plugs and tighten.
Adding Wheel Drive 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.
CAUTION
Park on a flat, level surface with the header on the ground and the ground speed lever in N-DETENT
position with the steering wheel locked.
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT mix lubricants of different brands or characteristics.
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A
B
C
Figure 5.205: Drive Wheel Hub
1. Rotate the wheel drive so plugs (A) and (B) are
horizontal with the center of the hub (C).
2. Stop windrower and remove key from ignition.
3. Remove the two plugs (A) and (B). The oil should be
visible through the hole, or slightly running out.
4. If lubricant needs to be added, remove the second
plug (B), and add lubricant until lubricant runs out at
location (A). Refer to inside back cover.
NOTE:
The type of lubricant used after first lubricant change is
different from factory supplied lubricant.
5. Reinstall and tighten plugs (A) and (B).
6. Start up and operate the windrower for a few minutes, then stop and check the oil level. If necessary, add
more oil.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING