MacDon 912, Operator'S Manual

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Form # 46620 Issue 11/06
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OPERATION
PRE-STARTING CHECKS
Do the following each day before start-up:
CAUTION:
1. Clear the area of other persons, pets, etc.
Keep children away from machinery. Walk
around the header to be sure no one is under,
on or close to it.
2. Remove foreign objects from the machine and
surrounding area.
3. Wear close fitting clothing and protective
shoes with slip resistant soles.
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
4. Protect against noise. Wear suitable hearing
protective devices such as (A) earmuffs or ear
plugs (B) to protect against objectionable or
uncomfortable loud noise.
5. Check the machine for leaks or any parts that
are missing, broken, or not working correctly.
Use proper procedure when searching for
pressurized fluid leaks. See “Hydraulic Reel
Drive” in Maintenance/Service section.
6. Clean lights and reflectors on the header.
7. Perform all daily maintenance. See
Maintenance/Service section.
OPERATE CORRECTLY
IMPORTANT: See Windrower Operator’s
Manual for information on the following:
Start-Up Procedure
Driving the Windrower
Stopping Procedure
PROTECT YOURSELF
PROTECT AGAINST NOISE