MacDon R113 SP, Operator'S Manual

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Filling Lubricant into a Repaired Cutterbar
This procedure should be used when the cutterbar has been completely drained of oil. If you are checking oil level or
toping it up, refer to
Checking and Adding Cutterbar Lubricant, page 99 .
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.
WARNING
Exercise caution when working around the blades. Blades are sharp and can cause serious injury. Wear gloves when
handling blades.
IMPORTANT:
The cutterbar should be completely empty of oil before filling it. For instructions, refer to Draining the Cutterbar, page 102 .
1. Start the engine, and raise the header fully.
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Figure 4.15: Filling Cutterbar
2. Place a block under each end of the disc header, so the
right end is higher than the left end.
3. Lower the header onto the blocks.
4. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the
ignition.
5. Remove access plug (A) from the raised end of the
cutterbar and add the
EXACT amount of lubricant specified.
Refer to the inside back cover of this manual for list of
recommended fluids and lubricants.
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT overfill the cutterbar. Overfilling can cause
overheating, damage, or failure of cutterbar components.
6. Install access plug (A). Torque to 30 Nm (22 lbf·ft).
CAUTION
Never start or move the machine until you are sure all
bystanders have cleared the area.
7. Start the engine, and raise the header fully.
8. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition. Engage the windrower lift cylinder safety props. For
instructions, refer to
3.3 Engaging and Disengaging Header Safety Props, page 24 .
9. Remove the block from under the cutterbar.
10. Check the lubricant level. For instructions, refer to Checking and Adding Cutterbar Lubricant, page 99 .
11. Install the right outboard rock guard. For instructions, refer to Installing Outboard Rock Guards, page 133 .
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