MacDon A40-D Pull-Type - Manual (Page 99)

SECTION 7 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
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7 MAINTENANCE AND
SERVICING
The following instructions are provided to assist
the Operator in the use of the header/mower
conditioner. Detailed maintenance, service, and
parts information are contained in the technical
manual and parts catalog that are available from
your Dealer.
7.1 PREPARATION FOR SERVICING
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury, before servicing
header/mower conditioner or opening
drive covers:
• Fully lower the header. If necessary to
service in the raised position, always
engage lift cylinder stops.
• Disengage Power Take-Off (PTO) (pull-
type).
• Stop engine, and remove key.
• Place all controls in NEUTRAL or PARK.
• Wait for all moving parts to stop.
7.2 RECOMMENDED SAFETY
PROCEDURES
• Park on level surface when possible.
Block wheels securely if machine is
parked on an incline. Follow all
recommendations in your operator’s
manuals.
• Wear close-fitting clothing,
and cover long hair. Never
wear dangling items such
as scarves or bracelets.
• 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.
• Wear protective shoes with slip-resistant
soles, a hard hat, protective glasses or
goggles, and heavy gloves.
• If more than one person is servicing the
machine at the same time, be aware that
rotating a driveline or other mechanically
driven component by hand (for example,
accessing a lube fitting) will cause drive
components in other areas (belts,
pulleys, and knife) to move. Stay clear of
driven components at all times.
• 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.
• Keep the machine clean. Never use
gasoline, naphtha, or any volatile
material for cleaning purposes. These
materials may be toxic and/or flammable.