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4.1.9
Checking Operating Safety System
Perform the following checks to ensure the windrower operating safety systems are functioning properly:
WARNING
To avoid bodily injury or death from 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.
CAUTION
Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area.
1.
With the engine running and the seat base in engine-forward mode, engage the HEADER ENGAGE switch.
Confirm the header drive does
NOT
engage and the Harvest Performance Tracker (HPT) displays LOCK SEAT
BASE IN CAB-FORWARD.
2.
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 HPT displays OPERATOR MUST BE SEATED.
3.
With the engine running and the seat base is between locked positions, move the GSL out of PARK. Confirm
the engine immediately shuts down and the HPT displays LOCK SEAT BASE and sounds a tone.
4.
Shut down the engine and engage HEADER ENGAGE switch. Try starting the engine and confirm the HPT
displays DISENGAGE HEADER. If the engine turns over, the safety system requires adjustment. Refer to the
technical manual for adjustment procedures.
5.
Shut down the engine and open the cooler box door. Try starting the engine and confirm the HPT displays
CLOSE COOLER BOX DOOR. If the engine turns over, the safety system requires adjustment. Refer to the
technical manual for adjustment procedures.
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Figure 4.17: Pintle Arms
6.
Shut down the engine and perform the following safety
system checks:
a.
Open engine compartment hood.
b.
Pry the steering interlock away from pintle arms (A)
by inserting a wedge or pry bar between one of the
interlock channels (B) and pintle arm.
c.
Insert a wooden block approximately 19 mm
(3/4 in.) thick between the opposite channel and
the pintle arm so the interlock channel is clear of
the pintle arm.
d.
Turn the steering wheel off-center and move the
GSL to PARK.
e.
Try starting the engine and confirm the HPT
displays LOCK STEERING WHEEL IN CENTER
POSITION. The engine should
NOT
turn over. If
the engine turns over, the safety system requires
adjustment. Refer to the technical manual for
adjustment procedures.
f.
Remove key from ignition.
g.
Remove wooden block and close hood.