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MAINTENANCE
FX107 07/19 Maintenance Section 5-5
© 2019 Alamo Group Inc.
MAINTENANCE
GEARBOX
Procedure for refilling right angle gearbox:
1. Park unit on a level surface and lower the
wings. Install the center lock pin and block the
unit to prevent falling or rolling.
2. From under the cutter, remove the blade carrier
to access the drain plug.
3. Remove the drain plug and drain out oil.
4. Reinstall the drain plug and blade carrier.
5. Remove the vent plug/ dipstick.
6. Fill gearbox until oil level reaches the fill line on
dipstick. Capacity is approximately 4.1 liters
(4.33 qt.). Do not screw in dipstick when
checking oil level.
7. Reinstall vent plug/ dipstick. Dispose of old oil in accordance with the local regulations.
Replace oil in gearbox 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.
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