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MAINTENANCE
FM-350 10/14 Maintenance Section 5-4
© 2014 Alamo Group Inc.
MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATION
Gearboxes
IMPORTANT: Remember to check oil level in all
gearboxes
Replace oil in gearboxes after the first 50 hours of
operation then yearly. Check gearbox oil level frequently.
Steady loss of oil will indicate damaged seals, which
should be replaced immediately to prevent ruining the
gearbox.
Procedure for refilling the rear parallel shaft gearbox:
• Park unit on level surface
• Remove the drain plug and drain out oil.
• Reinstall drain plug
• Remove the vent plug and the level plug.
• Refill the gearbox until oil runs out the level plug hole.
• Reinstall the vent plug and level plug.
• Dispose of old oil in accordance with local regulations.
Use of an oil/grease pump to suck oil out of the bottom of
the gearbox case is recommended to minimize spilled oil
and to provide for more complete removal of old oil.
Depending on the type of rear parallel shaft gearbox, the
vent, drain and level plugs will be located as illustrated
below.
Gear case oil should meet the following specifications:
API Service Classifications GL 5
Military Specification MIL L 2105C