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MADILL 1200 RETURN TO INDEX PREFACE The operating and maintenance manual is designed to familiarize the operator of this machine with all the necessary information so that he may take full advantage of the capabilities built into the machine. If the machine is operated and maintained properly, it will yield profitable results.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS REMEMBER! SAFETY IS UP TO YOU! The following are some safety tips that you should follow when operating the 1200 Feller Buncher for the protection of the people who work around you and for your own protec- tion.
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Uneven or sloping terrain will reduce the load and working radius of your machine. The 1200 was developed to handle trees up to 22 inches in diameter. Trees larger than 22 inches in diameter must only be directionly felled.
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MADILL 1200 - Electrical wires, battery cables, hydraulic hoses and fuel lines must be inspected daily and replaced immediately if damaged or worn. - The radiator and engine cooling system should be cleaned and serviced daily to maintain moderate engine temperatures.
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MADILL 1200 MINIMIZE HAIRLINE SCRATCHES Scratches and minor abrasions can be minimized by using a mild automobile polish. Three such products that tend to polish and fill scratches are Johnson Paste Wax, Novus Plastic Polish No.1 & No.2, Novus Inc. Minneapolis, MN and Micor Glaze plastic polish (M.G.M.10), Mirror Bright Polish Co., Pasadena, CA.
MADILL 1200 WELDING PRECAUTIONS To prevent damage to the electronic control systems on this machine, the following steps must be taken before welding: 1. Battery - disconnect the negative terminal. Battery Tray located at rear compartment of cab 2. Control Modules - disconnect the Fan Control Module, Pump Control Module and Engine Control Module as shown in before and after picture.
RETURN TO INDEX GENERAL DESCRIPTION POWER UNIT The Madill 1200 is powered by a Isuzu 285 HP diesel engine. The engine is direct cou- pled to a main pump set which provides hydraulic power for all machine functions. UNDERCARRIAGE The crawler type undercarriage features compact variable speed hydraulic drive motors “Plugged In”...
Prior to removing the equipment from the carrier, all shortages and damage must be noted on the shipping papers. Contact Madill Service Department if any questions should arise. Checking the positions of the shipping blocks supporting the machine can indicate what type of damage may have occurred during shipping.
AIR CONDITIONING UNIT The air conditioning unit in your Madill equipment must be cycled on a bi-weekly basis to ensure that the compressor seals remain lubricated. Refrigerant may leak from the compressor if the unit is not run regularly, particularly over the fall and winter months.
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MADILL 1200 RETURN TO INDEX JOYSTICK CONTROL FUNCTIONS - 1200 FLAT Page 5a Section One...
MADILL 1200 RETURN TO INDEX INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTROLS HORN ROCKER SWITCH Depress horn switch to sound horn SAW MOTOR ROCKER SWITCH Depress RIGHT to engage saw motor circuit Depress LEFT to disengage saw motor circuit CAUTION: Do not start engine with saw motor circuit engaged.
MADILL 1200 ENGINE THROTTLE THROTTLE KNOB Turn clockwise for high throttle. IGNITION 3 POSITION OFF - Shuts off all electrical power via relay operated battery KEY SWITCH switch ON - Switches on electrical power START - Energizes engine starter solenoid and warning light...
MADILL 1200 RETURN TO INDEX ADDITIONAL CAB CONTROLS TRAVEL - LEFT & RIGHT PEDALS To maximize undercarriage component life keep the drive sprockets to the rear of the machine. This orientation is assumed for travel direction descriptions: FORWARD - Depress front of both pedals...
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MADILL 1200 AM/FM RADIO/CD PLAYER Refer to Instruction Manual for detailed operation. EMERGENCY ESCAPE - RIGHT HAND SLIDING DOOR INSIDE RELEASE Pull back knob to pop open rear of door. Step on white button on floor and slide door forward.
MADILL 1200 RETURN TO INDEX GAUGES AND WARNING LIGHTS ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE Gauge provided to monitor engine coolant temperature. Normal operating range is 180- 190 deg.F. (82-88 deg.C.) ENGINE OIL PRESSURE Gauge provided to monitor engine oil pressure. Oil pressure must register immediately after engine has started.
% of load, etc. Refer to literature (Page 14) FIRE SUPPRESSION The 1200 is equipped with an eight nozzle fire suppression system. The control box and actuator are mounted in the right side control panel. In the event of a fire, the system automatically discharges the extinguishing agent and shuts down the engine.
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MADILL 1200 RETURN TO INDEX TRACK ROLLERS - RUN IN PERIOD All rollers and idlers incorporating duo cone seals requires a run in period. During this time frame, a certain amount of “weeping” may occur from the rollers while the seal faces “mate”...
MADILL 1200 RETURN TO INDEX GENERAL INFORMATION ON LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE In order to properly protect your machine and get the best performance and longest life out of it, schedules of preventive maintenance and lubrication must be adhered to. All maintenance and lubrication schedules are guidelines based upon normal cycles under average working conditions.
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MADILL 1200 RADIATOR Check the coolant level daily. Be sure to use the appropriate coolant mixture in cold weather. Consult the engine manufacturer’s recommendations. Change the coolant and flush the system as per lubrication & maintenance chart. Keep the radiator and oil cooler fins clean so that the cooling system may operate efficiently.
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