MacDon M150 SP - Manual (Page 78)

WINDROWER OPERATION
Form 169017 / 169087 / 169095
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Revision C
6.3.8.4 Final Drives
a. Disengage and engage final drives as follows:
1. Remove the two hex bolts (A) at center of
drive wheel.
2. Remove cap (B), and flip over so that dished
side faces in. The cap depresses a pin which
disengages the gearbox.
3. After towing, reverse cover (A) to re-engage
final drives. Be sure plunger at center of wheel
pops out to engage drive.
6.3.9 STORAGE
At the end of each operating season:
a. Clean the windrower thoroughly.
WARNING
Never use gasoline, naphtha or any volatile
material for cleaning purposes. These
materials are toxic and/can be flammable.
b. Store windrower in a dry protected place.
CAUTION
Never operate engine in a closed building.
Proper ventilation is required to avoid
exhaust gas hazards.
c. Remove the battery. Refer to Section 7.11.1.6
Replacing Battery.
d. Bring to full charge, and store in a cool, dry place
that is not subject to freezing.
CAUTION
Remember when working around storage
batteries that all of the exposed metal parts
are "live". Never lay a metal object across the
terminals because a spark and short circuit
will result.
e. If stored outside, always cover windrower with a
waterproof tarpaulin or other protective material.
This will protect the switches, instruments, tires,
etc. from inclement weather.
f. If no cover is available; seal air cleaner intake and
exhaust pipe with plastic bags and/or waterproof
tape.
g. If possible, block up windrower to take weight off
tires. If it is not possible to block up the machine,
increase tire pressure by 25% for storage. Adjust
to recommended operating pressure before next
use.
h. Repaint all worn or chipped painted surfaces to
prevent rust.
i. Lubricate the windrower thoroughly, leaving
excess grease on fittings to keep moisture out of
bearings. Apply grease to exposed threads and
sliding surfaces of components.
j. Check for worn components and repair. Tighten
loose hardware, and replace any missing
hardware. See Section 7.3 MAINTENANCE
SPECIFICATIONS for torque charts.
k. Check for broken components, and order
replacements from your Dealer. Attention to these
items right away will save time and effort at
beginning of next season.
l. Add approved rust inhibitor to the engine oil in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Run engine to operating temperature to mix
inhibitor with oil, unless otherwise specified.
m. To prevent condensation, fill hydraulic oil reservoir
to filler neck with approved hydraulic system oil.
Refer to Section 7.12.1 Oil Level.
n. Test engine coolant antifreeze concentration to
ensure it is sufficient to protect engine against
lowest expected temperature.
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A