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1222 OPERATORS MANUAL – PREPARING FOR FIELD OPERATION
3.
After all adjustments are made, run the defoliator
at operating speed for 10 to 15 minutes. Shut
down the machine and once all parts have
stopped, open the top covers, see note (Figure 12
and Figure 13) and re-check entire machine for
any loose hardware and re-check the drives for
belt tension and alignment.
CAUTION: BE SURE TO INSTALL THE
PROVIDED SAFETY CHANNEL ON THE
HYDRAULIC CYLINDER AFTER RAISING
THE REAR COVER.
NOTE:
It is important that the defoliator be operated and
adjusted correctly. The following section explains how to
get the best service out of the machine.
CAUTION: KEEP CLEAR OF
HYDRAULICALLY OPERATED DOORS
WHEN ACTIVATING.
Figure 12 - Open Top Covers, Front.
Figure 13 - Open Top Covers, Rear.
Figure 14 - Open Shield, RH Drive.
Figure 15 - Open Shield, LH Drive.
