MacDon M205 Operators Manual - Manual (Page 414)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
Raising Drive Wheel
This procedure can be used on both drive wheels.
CAUTION
Header MUST be removed and NO weight box installed. Use a hydraulic jack with minimum lifting capacity
of 5000 lb (2268 kg) to provide adequate support for the machine.
1. Remove the header.
2. Park windrower on level ground and block all wheels.
DANGER
Stop engine and remove key from ignition before
leaving operator's seat for any reason. A child or
even a pet could engage an idling machine.
3. Place ground speed lever (GSL) in N-DETENT (A),
shut down engine, and remove key.
Figure 5.219: Ground Speed Lever
CAUTION
Jack stand must be capable of supporting a minimum
of 5000 lb (2268 kg).
4. Place a jack under the leg jack point (A) and raise the
drive wheel until it is slightly off ground. Place a jack
stand beneath the lift cylinder mount (B).
NOTE:
Do NOT place jack stand under the cylinder. Use a small
metal plate on top of the jack stand.
5. Lower the windrower onto the jack stand.
Figure 5.220: Drive Wheel Jack Point
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