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Figure 4.35: Oil Reservoir Filler Cap
2.
Clean any dirt or debris from filler cap (A).
CAUTION
The oil reservoir may be under pressure; remove the cap
slowly.
3.
Turn filler cap (A) clockwise to remove it.
4.
Fill the hydraulic oil reservoir with warm oil (approximately
21°C [70°F]) until the appropriate fill level is reached. For
instructions, refer to
4.4.1 Checking Oil Level in Hydraulic
for information on how to check the
hydraulic oil level. Refer to this manual
’
s inside back cover
for information on the capacity of the reservoir and the
type of oil to use.
IMPORTANT:
Warm oil will flow through the mesh filler screen better
than cold oil. Do
NOT
remove the screen.
5.
Reinstall filler cap (A).
6.
Recheck the oil level. For instructions, refer to
Checking Oil Level in Hydraulic Reservoir, page 268
4.4.3
Changing Oil in Hydraulic Reservoir
Change the hydraulic oil in the reservoir every 1000 hours or 3 years (whichever comes first).
DANGER
To prevent injury or death from the unexpected start-up of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key
from the ignition before leaving the operator
’
s seat for any reason.
1.
Start the engine.
2.
Engage the header to warm up the oil.
3.
Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
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Figure 4.36: Reservoir Drain
4.
Place a container with a capacity of at least 50 L (13 gal)
under both oil drain plugs (A).
5.
Remove oil drain plugs (A) with a 7/8 in. hex socket. Allow
the oil to drain completely.
6.
Replace oil drain plugs (A).
7.
If necessary, change the oil filter. For instructions, refer to
4.4.4 Changing Oil Filter, page 270
.
8.
Add oil to the reservoir. For instructions, refer to
Adding Oil to Hydraulic Reservoir, page 268
.
NOTE:
The hydraulic oil tank capacity is approximately 95 L
(25 gal).
