MacDon M105, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
CAUTION
Never operate engine in a closed building. Proper ventilation is required to avoid exhaust gas hazards.
CAUTION
Remember when working around storage batteries that all of the exposed metal parts are live. Never lay a
metal object across the terminals because a spark and short circuit will result.
1. Clean the windrower thoroughly.
2. Store windrower in a dry protected place.
3. Remove battery. Refer to
Removing Battery, page 266
.
4. Bring to full charge and store in a cool, dry place not subject to freezing.
5. If stored outside, always cover windrower with a waterproof tarpaulin or other protective material. This will protect
the switches, instruments, tires, etc. from inclement weather.
6. If no cover is available; seal air cleaner intake and exhaust pipe with plastic bags and/or waterproof tape.
7. If possible, block up windrower to take weight off tires. If it is not possible to block up the machine, increase tire
pressure by 25% for storage. Adjust to recommended operating pressure before next use.
8. Repaint all worn or chipped painted surfaces to prevent rust.
9. Lubricate the windrower thoroughly, leaving excess grease on fi ttings to keep moisture out of bearings. Apply
grease to exposed threads and sliding surfaces of components.
10. Check for worn components and repair. Tighten loose hardware and replace any missing hardware. Refer to
5.2 Torque Specifications, page 186
.
11. Check for broken components and order replacements from your Dealer. Attention to these items right away
will save time and effort at beginning of next season.
12. Add approved rust inhibitor to the engine oil in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Run engine to
operating temperature to mix inhibitor with oil, unless otherwise speci fi ed.
13. To prevent condensation, fi ll hydraulic oil reservoir to fi ller neck with approved hydraulic system oil. Refer to
Checking and Filling Hydraulic Oil, page 288
.
14. Test engine coolant antifreeze concentration to ensure it is suf fi cient to protect engine against lowest
expected temperature.
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