MacDon HC10, Operation And Parts Manual

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OPERATION
4.8 Daily Startup Check
CAUTION
• Clear the area of other persons, pets, etc. Keep
children away from machinery. Walk around the
machine to be sure no one is under, on, or close
to it.
• Wear close-fitting clothing and protective shoes
with slip-resistant soles.
• Remove foreign objects from the machine and
surrounding area.
• 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, a respirator or filter mask, or wet
weather gear.
• Protect against noise. Wear a suitable hearing
protective device such as ear muffs or ear plugs
to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable
loud noises.
Figure 4.30: Protective Clothing and Personal
Safety Devices
Complete the following tasks each day before start-up:
1. 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
5.5 Hydraulics,
page 82 .
2. Clean all lights and reflective surfaces on the machine.
3. Perform all daily maintenance. Refer to 5.8
Maintenance Schedule, page 90 .
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