PT Series Operator & Parts Manual - McConnel

Gearbox Maintenance – PT180 ModelGearbox Mountings BoltsCheck the gearbox mounting nuts and bolts at the intervals stated in the maintenanceschedule and retighten if required. Locations of the mounting nuts and bolts are indicated inthe photo below left.Gearbox mounting nuts and bolts location 1) Oil Filler Plug 2) Oil Level PlugOil LevelCheck the gearbox oil level at the intervals stated in the maintenance schedule; ensure themachine is lowered to the ground and located on a firm level site to perform this task.Checking the oil level in the gearbox is by removal of the Oil Level Plug, indicated ‘2’ in thephoto above right, the level is correct when the oil is up to the bottom of the level plug orifice.If the gearbox requires ‘topping up’ add oil via the filler plug indicated ‘1’ in the photo until itstarts to seep from the level plug orifice; replace both plugs securely to complete the task.Gearbox oil levels must be checked on a fortnightly basis during the season and the oilcompletely drained and replaced annually.Draining & RefillingTo drain oil from the gearbox it is necessary to remove the gearbox from the machine.Remove both the filler and the level plugs and invert the gearbox over a suitable container toallow the oil to drain completely. Replace the gearbox on the machine before refilling to thelevel stated above. Refer to recommended lubricants page for gearbox oil specifications.35