MacDon PW7 Pick-Up Header - Manual (Page 11)

SECTION 2 SAFETY
Form 169149 Revision E 5
2.4 SAFETY DURING SERVICING
 Any servicing to machinery must only be
done after the header is lowered to the
ground or combine, feeder house is
locked, is shut off, the ignition key is
removed and all moving parts have
stopped.
 Take extreme caution around hydraulic
lines. Release all pressure in the system
before servicing or inspecting for leaks.
Hydraulic fluid under high pressure can
penetrate the skin and cause serious
injury. Never use your hands to inspect
lines. Seek immediate medical attention
if fluid is injected into the skin.
 Familiarize yourself with proper
servicing procedures in this manual.
 Wear protective clothing and use
personal safety devices when required.
A) Tire Safety
 A tire that explodes could cause serious
injury. Have a qualified service
technician service the tires.
 When inflating tires take extreme care.
An over inflated tire can explode.
 Recommended tire pressure is 8-10 psi.
 Replace rim if overly rusted or cracks are
noticed.
 Stand clear from tire when inflating. Use
a clip-on air chuck, and extension hose.
B) Pickup Hold down Safety Locks
WARNING: OVERHEAD
OBJECT HAZARD Always
activate safety locks before
working under raised hold down.
a) Raise hold down all the way up with
hydraulic cylinder.
b) Engage hold down safety locks as shown.
Safety Lock Engaged
c) Complete work underneath hold down.
d) Disengage safety locks as shown.
Safety Lock Disengaged
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