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7.
Fill the cutterbar with lubricant before operating the disc header. For instructions, refer to
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IMPORTANT:
Dispose of used lubricant responsibly.
Filling Cutterbar with Lubricant
This procedure should be used when the cutterbar has been completely drained of oil. If you are checking oil level or
topping it up, refer to
Checking and Adding Lubricant in Cutterbar, page 83
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.
WARNING
Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area.
IMPORTANT:
The cutterbar should be completely empty of oil before filling it. For instructions, refer to
Draining the Cutterbar, page 86
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1.
Start the engine, and raise the header fully.
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B
Figure 4.19: Cutterbar Access Plug
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 a list of
recommended fluids, lubricants, and quantities for the
machine.
IMPORTANT:
Do
NOT
overfill the cutterbar. Overfilling can cause
overheating, damage, or failure of cutterbar components.
NOTE:
Do
NOT
remove hex bolts (B) securing the cutterbar end
plate to the rest of the cutterbar, or lubricant leaks could
result.
6.
Install access plug (A). Torque to 30 Nm (22 lbf·ft).
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