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Conditioner Roll Timing Gearbox
The conditioner roll timing gearbox transfers power from the gearbox-driven lower roll to the upper roll.
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Figure 4.198: Conditioner Roll Timing Gearbox
Conditioner roll timing gearbox (A) is located inside the drive
compartment at the right of the header.
Checking and Changing Lubricant in Conditioner Roll Timing Gearbox
The lubricant in the conditioner roll timing gearbox must be serviced regularly to ensure performance.
DANGER
To prevent injury or death from the unexpected start-up of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key
from the ignition before leaving the operator
’
s seat for any reason.
DANGER
Ensure that all bystanders have cleared the area.
For information on oil change intervals, refer to
4.3.1 Maintenance Schedule/Record, page 72
.
IMPORTANT:
Check the gearbox lubricant level when the lubricant is warm. If the lubricant is cold, idle the machine for approximately
10 minutes prior to checking the lubricant level.
1.
Adjust the header angle (tilt) so that the top of the conditioner is parallel with the ground.
NOTE:
To help ensure an accurate lubricant level reading for the conditioner roll timing gearbox, set the header
’
s skid shoes
in the fully raised position. For instructions, refer to
Adjusting Cutting Height, page 46
.
2.
Lower the header to the ground.
3.
Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
