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Maintenance
In order to keep your Major machine in a good working order it is necessary to conduct maintenance on a regular
basis. Only competent and skilled persons who have fully read and understood this operator’s manual are allowed
to carry out maintenance on this machine. It is important to replace worn parts immediately with genuine Major
spare parts. These parts are manufactured to the same specification as the machine and will provide the best result.
Genuine Major spares can be obtained from MAJOR or your local MAJOR dealer.
All maintenance checks and operations must be carried on a firm level ground. The machine must always be
disconnected form the tractor before any cleaning, lubricating and servicing operations can be carried out. If works
must be carried out under the machine, ensure that the props, jacks, stands, hoists or cranes are capable of
supporting the machine securely.
If emergency operations are required whilst the machine is connected to the tractor, switch off the engine of the
tractor, remove the key from the ignition, engage the parking brake and disengage the PTO. An example of such
emergency situation is the complete blockage of the machine in the field. To clear out the blockage follow the safety
steps described above and clear out the blockage. Ensure there are no ropes, twines or wires wrapped around the
rotors.
Machine storage
To prolong the life of your machine it is recommended to store it in a dry environment. Prior to parking the machine for
storage, wash the machine thoroughly, especially underneath, and ensure that there is no grass or debris left on the
machine. Lubricate all pivot points with EP2 type grease. Check for oil leaks and fix these if required. Any parts of the
machine with damaged paint/galvanised surface must be painted.
PTO Greasing Intervals
Shearbolt Replacement
(if applicable)
1. Slide yoke shield back.
2. Drive out sheared bolt with hammer and punch.
3. Align holes and install new shear bolt. (Use only genuine replacement shear
bolts)
4. Slide yoke shield securely in place
Always fit PTO shaft with the shearbolt/slip-clutch end connected to
the machine as directed on the PTO guarding.
Shearbolt
PTO Shaft Maintenance
Guard Removal and Yoke End Greasing
1.
Prise back locking tabs
2.
Pull back PTO Guard
3.
Grease points as shown
4.
Push Guard into position
5.
Click into place
6.
Tie check chain
Shearbolt
