MacDon A40-D, Operator'S Manual

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1.10 Operational Safety
CAUTION
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Follow all safety and operational instructions given in your operator's manual. If you do not have a
windrower manual, get one from your Dealer and read it thoroughly.
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Never attempt to start windrower engine or operate the machine, except from the operator
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s seat.
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Check the operation of all controls in a safe clear area before starting work.
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Do not allow riders on windrower.
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Never start or move the machine until you are sure all bystanders have cleared the area.
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Avoid travelling over loose fill, rocks, ditches or holes.
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Drive slowly through gates and doorways.
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If cutting ditch banks, use extreme caution. If the header hits an obstruction, front of the windrower will
usually swerve towards the ditch.
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When working on inclines, travel uphill or downhill when possible. Be sure to keep windrower
transmission in gear when travelling downhill.
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Never attempt to get on or off a moving windrower.
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Do not get off the windrower while the machine is in operation.
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To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove
key from ignition before adjusting or removing plugged material from the machine.
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Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
CAUTION
Check for excessive vibration and unusual noises. If there is any indication of trouble, shut down and
inspect machine. Follow proper shutdown procedure as follows:
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Engage windrower brake.
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Disengage PTO.
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Turn engine OFF, and remove key.
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Wait for all movement to stop.
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Dismount and engage cylinder stops before inspecting raised machine.
SAFETY