MacDon M1170, Assembly Instructions Manual

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Table 4.1 Drive Tire Inflation Specifications (continued)
Header Type Description Installed Options Weight Kit Tire Type
Pressure
kPa (psi)
A40DX 5.5 m (18 ft.)
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Bar 200 (29)
A40DX 5.5 m (18 ft.)
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Turf 220 (32)
4.1.11 Starting the Engine
DANGER
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Avoid possible injury or death from a runaway machine.
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This machine has safety devices which allow the engine to start only when the ground speed lever is in
PARK, the steering wheel is locked in the PARK position, and the HEADER ENGAGE switch is in the
OFF position. Under no circumstances are these devices to be deliberately rewired or misadjusted so
that the engine can be started with controls out of NEUTRAL.
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Do NOT start engine by shorting across starter or starter relay terminals. If normal starting circuitry is
bypassed, machine will start with drive engaged and move.
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Start engine only from operator
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s seat with controls in PARK. NEVER start engine while standing on
ground. NEVER try to start engine with someone under or near machine.
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Before starting engine, be sure there is plenty of ventilation to avoid asphyxiation.
IMPORTANT:
Before starting the windrower, check the fluid level of the following, and add fluid if necessary:
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Engine oil
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refer to 4.1.3 Checking and Adding Engine Oil, page 46
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Hydraulic oil
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refer to 4.1.4 Checking and Adding Hydraulic Oil, page 48
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Gearbox oil
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refer to 4.1.7 Checking Engine Gearbox Lubricant Level and Adding Lubricant, page 50
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT tow machine to start engine. Damage to hydrostatic drives will result.
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Figure 4.19: Direction Locks
1. Ensure the cab-forward or engine-forward directional
lock (A) is engaged at the base of the steering column.
PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS