SECTION 6 OPERATION
Form 169000 / 169040
60
Revision D
Do the following each day before start-up:
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 7.7.3 Hoses and Lines.
b. Clean all lights and reflective surfaces on the
machine. Check lights for proper operation.
c. Perform all Daily maintenance. Refer to Section
7.18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.
6.12 SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE
CAUTION
Before leaving the tractor/windrower seat for
any reason:
Park on level ground if possible.
Lower header / mower conditioner fully.
Place all controls in NEUTRAL or PARK.
Disengage PTO.
Engage the park brake.
Stop engine, and remove key from
ignition.
Wait for all movement to stop.
Lock tractor/windrower anti-vandalism
covers and closures when leaving the
machine unattended.
6.13 ENGAGING THE PTO: PULL-TYPE
DANGER
Be sure all bystanders are clear of the
machine before engaging the PTO. Never
leave tractor seat with the PTO engaged.
a. Engage PTO slowly, just before the mower
conditioner is moved up to the standing crop.
b. Be sure tractor PTO is running at correct rpm
before starting to cut (540 or 1000 rpm, as
equipped).
c. Disengage PTO when not operating the mower
conditioner.
6.14 LIFT CYLINDER LOCK-OUTS
WARNING
To avoid bodily injury or death from fall of
raised machine, always lock-out lift cylinders
before going under mower conditioner for
any reason.
6.14.1 Self-Propelled
Refer to your Self-Propelled Windrower
Operator’s Manual for details on the lift cylinder
locks.
6.14.2 Pull-Type
a. Raise machine to maximum height by activating
remote cylinder control valve in tractor.
IMPORTANT
Hoses should be connected so that
moving control lever (A) backward raises
the header.
b. Close lock-out valve on each lift cylinder by
turning the handle to the “horizontal” position.
c. To return to normal operation, turn handle on the
lock-out valves to the “vertical” position.
A
CLOSED
NORMAL
