MacDon A40-D, Operator'S Manual

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1.4 Maintenance Safety
Figure 1.8: Safety around Equipment
To ensure your safety while maintaining machine:
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Review operator
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s manual and all safety items before
operation and/or maintenance of machine.
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Place all controls in Neutral, stop the engine, set the park
brake, remove the ignition key, and wait for all moving
parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, and/or repairing.
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Follow good shop practices:
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Keep service areas clean and dry
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Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly
grounded
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Keep work area well lit
Figure 1.9: Equipment NOT Safe for Children
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Relieve pressure from hydraulic circuits before servicing
and/or disconnecting machine.
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Make sure all components are tight and that steel lines,
hoses, and couplings are in good condition before
applying pressure to hydraulic systems.
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Keep hands, feet, clothing, and hair away from all
moving and/or rotating parts.
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Clear area of bystanders, especially children, when
carrying out any maintenance, repairs, or adjustments.
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Install transport lock or place safety stands under frame
before working under machine.
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If more than one person is servicing machine at same
time, be aware that rotating a driveline or other
mechanically-driven component by hand (for example,
accessing a lubricant fitting) will cause drive components
in other areas (belts, pulleys, and knives) to move. Stay
clear of driven components at all times.
Figure 1.10: Safety Equipment
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Wear protective gear when working on machine.
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Wear heavy gloves when working on knife components.
SAFETY