MacDon HC10, Operation And Parts Manual

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OPERATION
4.2 Operational Safety
CAUTION
Follow these safety precautions:
• Follow all safety and operational instructions given
in your windrower operator's manuals. If you do
not have a windrower manual, get one from your
Dealer and read it thoroughly.
• Never start or move the machine until you are sure
all bystanders have cleared the area.
• Stop engine and remove key before adjusting or
removing plugged material from the machine.
• Check for excessive vibration and unusual noises.
If there is any indication of trouble, shut down
and inspect the machine. Follow proper shutdown
procedure.
Refer to 4.2.1 Shutting Down the
Machine, page 54 .
• Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
Figure 4.1: Safety Around Windrower
4.2.1 Shutting Down the Machine
Before inspecting the machine, follow these steps to shut it off:
1. Return GSL to N-DETENT and center steering wheel to lock.
2. Disengage header drives.
3. Turn off engine and remove key.
4. Wait for all movement to stop.
5. Dismount and engage lift cylinder safety props on windrower lift legs before inspecting raised machine.
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