MacDon 5020 Mower Conditioner - Manual (Page 39)

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OPERATION
STORAGE PROCEDURE
Do the following at the end of each operating
season:
CAUTION:
1. Clean the windrower thoroughly. Never use
gasoline, naphtha or any volatile material
for cleaning purposes. These materials may
be toxic and/or flammable.
2. Cover cutterbar and sickle guards to
prevent injury from accidental contact.
Also:
3. Store in a dry, protected place if possible. If
stored outside, always cover windrower with a
waterproof canvas or other protective material.
4. Raise header and engage lift cylinder stops.
5. If possible, block up the windrower to take
weight off tires.
6. Repaint all worn or chipped painted surfaces to
prevent rust.
7. Loosen drive belts.
8. Lubricate the windrower thoroughly, leaving
excess grease on fittings to keep moisture out
of bearings. Apply grease to exposed threads,
cylinder rods and sliding surfaces of
components. Oil sickle components to prevent
rust.
9. Check for worn components and repair.
10.
Check for broken components and order
replacement from your dealer. Attention to
these items right away will save time and effort
at beginning of next season.
11.
Replace or tighten any missing or loose
hardware. See Specifications section for torque
charts.
12. Remove divider rods (if equipped) to reduce
space required for inside storage.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE
SERVICE PROCEDURES
CAUTION: To avoid personal injury,
before servicing windrower or
opening drive covers:
1. Fully lower the windrower. If necessary to
service in the raised position, always
engage lift cylinder stops.
2. Disengage PTO.
3. Stop engine and remove key.
4. Engage park brake.
5. Wait for all moving parts to stop.
Park on level surface when possible. Block
wheels securely if windrower is parked on an
incline. Follow all recommendations in your
Tractor Operator’s Manual.
Wear close-fitting clothing and cover long hair.
Never wear dangling items such as scarves or
bracelets.
Wear protective shoes with slip-resistant
soles, a hard hat, protective glasses or
goggles and heavy gloves.
Be prepared if an accident should occur. Know
where the first aid kit and fire extinguishers are
located and how to use them.
Keep the service area clean and dry. Wet or
oily floors are slippery. Wet spots can be
dangerous when working with electrical
equipment. Be sure all electrical outlets and
tools are properly grounded.
Use adequate light for the job at hand.
Replace all shields removed or opened for
service.
Use only service and repair parts made or
approved by the equipment manufacturer.
Substituted parts may not meet strength,
design or safety requirements.
Keep the machine clean. Never use gasoline,
naphtha or any volatile material for cleaning
purposes. These materials may be toxic and/or
flammable.