3. Clean area around dipstick (A).
4. Remove dipstick (A) using a 22 mm socket.
5. Add 1.9 US qts (1.8 liters) of E 85W140 gear lubricant
to gearbox through dipstick hole (A).
6. Check lubricant level on dipstick and ensure level is
between the upper and lower mark. Add lubricant
as required.
7. Reinstall dipstick (A) and tighten.
8. Close left side cutterbar door.
Figure 4.222: Left Side of Mower Conditioner
4.6.8
Forward and Rear Swivel Gearboxes
The rear swivel gearbox transfers power from the clutch driveline to the mower conditioner drive gearbox. The
gearbox consists of an upper and lower gearbox.
If the gearbox requires repair, remove it and have it serviced at your MacDon Dealer.
For service intervals, refer to
4.4.1 Maintenance Schedule/Record, page 121
Checking Lubricant: Forward and Rear Swivel Gearboxes
DANGER
Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator's seat for any reason. A child or even a
pet could engage an idling machine.
Check plugs are located at the same position on each gearbox and need to be removed in order to check the lubricant
level. Check lubricant level when the lubricant is warm. The lubricant should be visible or slightly draining from the
port if
fi
lled to the correct level. Refer to
4.4.1 Maintenance Schedule/Record, page 121
for required service intervals.
1. Clean area around check plug (A).
2. Remove plug using a 15 mm socket. Check lubricant
level and ensure lubricant is visible or slightly draining
form the port.
3. Add lubricant if required. Refer to
Forward and Rear Swivel Gearboxes, page 220
.
4. Reinstall check plug (A) and tighten.
Figure 4.223: Swivel Gearbox Check Plug
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