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4.2
Performing Operational Checks
Once the predelivery checklist has been completed, the operating characteristics of the windrower will need to be
inspected.
1.
Perform the operational check procedures provided in this chapter and fill out the relevant items in the
Predelivery Checklist, page 255
.
2.
Ensure that the Operator or the Dealer retains the completed Predelivery Checklist.
For information on navigating the windrower
’
s HarvestTouch
™
Display, refer to XX.
4.2.1
Checking Operating Safety System
The operating safety system protects the Operator from injury and the windrower from damage. The functionality of the
operating safety system will need to be verified.
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the
key from the ignition before leaving the operator
’
s seat for any reason.
DANGER
Ensure that all bystanders have cleared the area.
1.
Clear all bystanders from the area.
2.
With the engine running and the seat base in engine-forward mode, press the HEADER ENGAGE switch. Confirm that
the header drive does
NOT
engage and that the HarvestTouch
™
Display displays LOCK SEAT BASE IN CAB-FORWARD.
3.
With the engine running and the seat base in cab-forward mode, stand up and engage the HEADER DRIVE switch. The
header drive should
NOT
engage and the HarvestTouch
™
Display should display OPERATOR MUST BE SEATED.
4.
With the engine running and the seat base unlocked, move the ground speed lever (GSL) out of PARK. Confirm that the
engine immediately shuts down and that the HarvestTouch
™
Display displays LOCK SEAT BASE and sounds a tone.
5.
Shut down the engine and press the HEADER ENGAGE switch. Try starting the engine to confirm that the
HarvestTouch
™
Display displays DISENGAGE HEADER. If the engine turns over, the safety system requires adjustment.
Refer to the windrower
’
s technical manual for the adjustment procedures.
6.
Shut down the engine and open the cooler box door. Try starting the engine to confirm that the HarvestTouch
™
Display
displays CLOSE COOLER BOX DOOR. If the engine turns over, the safety system requires adjustment. Refer to the
windrower
’
s technical manual for the adjustment procedures.
