MacDon FD70 for Combine Operators - Manual (Page 83)

SECTION 9. OPERATION
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9.5 DAILY START-UP CHECK
Do the following each day before start-up:
CAUTION
 Clear the area of other persons, pets etc.
Keep children away from machinery. Walk
around the machine to be sure no one is
under, on, or close to it.
 Wear close fitting clothing and protective
shoes with slip resistant soles.
 Remove foreign objects from the machine
and surrounding area.
 As well, carry with you any protective
clothing and personal safety devices that
COULD be necessary through the day.
Don't take chances.
 You may need:
 a hard hat
 protective glasses or goggles
 heavy gloves
 respirator or filter mask
 wet weather gear
 Protect against noise. Wear a
suitable hearing protective
device such as ear muffs or ear
plugs to protect against
objectionable or uncomfortable
loud noises.
a. Check the machine for leaks or any parts that are
missing, broken, or not working correctly.
NOTE:
Use proper procedure when searching
for pressurized fluid leaks. Refer to
Section 10.6 HYDRAULICS.
b. Clean all lights and reflective surfaces on the
machine.
c. Perform all Daily maintenance. Refer to Section
10.17 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.
9.6 SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE
CAUTION
Before leaving the combine seat for any
reason:
 Park on level ground if possible.
 Lower the header fully.
 Place all controls in NEUTRAL or PARK.
 Disengage header drive.
 Stop engine, and remove key from
ignition.
 Wait for all movement to stop.