MS1300P
Manure Spreader
Service and Maintenance
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9.7 Gearbox
Use a good quality SAE 90 EP (ISO VG 320) gear oil in the
gearbox.
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Fig. 21 –
Gearbox Oil Reservoir Plugs
9.7.1 Check the Gearbox Oil Level
Check the gearbox oil level every 50 hours.
1.
Set the machine to a safe condition. For instructions, see
.
2.
Open the left-hand side, rear shield door.
3.
Remove the level-check plug (1) on the side of the gearbox.
4.
Check the oil level:
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If the oil level is even with the bottom of the check-level
plug hole, use a clean, lint-free cloth to clean the check-
level plug, install it in the hole, and then continue with
Step 8.
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If the oil level is below the bottom of the check-level
hole, continue with Step 5.
5.
Remove the fill plug (2).
6.
Pour the specified type of oil into the fill-plug hole until the
oil level is even with the bottom of the level-check hole.
7.
Use a clean, lint-free cloth to clean the check-level and fill
plugs, and then replace them.
8.
Close and secure the left-hand side, rear shield door.
9.7.2 Change the Gearbox Oil
Change the gearbox oil after the first 50 working hours, and
then every 500–800 hours or once per year.
To prevent burns, wait for the gearbox and oil to cool; however,
it is recommended that you change the oil while it is warm.
1.
Set the machine to a safe condition. For instructions, see
.
2.
Open the left-hand side, rear shield door.
3.
Place a liquid-tight container below the drain plug (3).
4.
Remove the fill (2) and level-check (1) plugs.
5.
Remove the drain plug to drain the oil.
6.
Use a clean, lint-free cloth to clean the drain plug, and then
replace it.
7.
Pour the specified type of oil into the fill-plug hole until the
oil level is even with the bottom of the level-check hole.
8.
Use a clean, lint-free cloth to clean the check-level and fill
plugs, and then replace them.
9.
Close and secure the shield door.
10.
Dispose of the used oil appropriately. Comply with the local
environmental regulations.
