PRE-DELIVERY CHECKS
Form 169018
45
Revision C
J. OPERATIONAL CHECKS
I. ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS
a. Turn ignition key to RUN position.
b. Single loud tone sounds, and engine warning
lights illuminate briefly.
II. START
ENGINE
a. Check fuel level, and if required add sufficient fuel
for a 15 minute run.
b. Operator’s station lock (A) must be engaged at
cab-forward or engine-forward position.
c. Move GSL (B) into N-DETENT.
d. Turn steering wheel until it locks.
e. Push header drive switch (C) to off.
f.
Normal Start
- engine temperature above 60°F
(16°C):
1. Set throttle (D) to start position (E) - fully back.
2. Sound horn three times.
3. Turn ignition key (F) to RUN position.
4. Single loud tone sounds, engine warning
lights illuminate briefly, and CDM displays
HEADER DISENGAGED or DISENGAGE
HEADER and IN PARK.
CAUTION
Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared
the area.
5. Turn ignition key to START position until
engine starts, and then release key. CDM
displays programmed header data for 5
seconds if attached, and then returns to
previous display.
IMPORTANT
Do not operate starter for longer than
15 seconds at a time.
If engine does not start, wait at least
two minutes before trying again.
After the third 15 second crank attempt,
allow starter to cool for 10 minutes
before further cranking attempts.
If engine still does not start, refer to the
following table:
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Controls not in neutral.
Move GSL to neutral.
Move steering wheel to locked
position.
Disengage header clutch.
Operator’s station not
locked.
Adjust position of Operator’s station.
Ensure lock is engaged.
Neutral interlock
misadjusted.
Contact MacDon Dealer.
No fuel to engine.
Fill empty fuel tank.
Replace clogged filter.
Old fuel in tank.
Drain tank, refill with fresh fuel.
Water, dirt or air in fuel
system.
Drain, flush, fill and prime system.
Improper type of fuel.
Use proper fuel for operating
conditions.
Crankcase oil too
heavy.
Use recommended oil.
Low battery output.
Have battery tested.
Check battery electrolyte level.
Battery disconnect
switch is off.
Turn on battery switch.
Poor battery
connection.
Clean and tighten loose connections.
Faulty starter.
Contact MacDon Dealer.
Wiring shorted, circuit
breaker open.
Check continuity of wiring and breaker
(manual reset).
Faulty injectors.
Contact MacDon Dealer.
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A
B
START
RUN
OFF
F
B
C
D
E