Break-In Inspection; Preseason Servicing - MacDon FlexDraper FD1 Series Operator's Manual

5.3.2 Break-In Inspection

Break-in inspection involves checking belts, fluids, and performing general machine inspections for loose hardware
or other areas of concern. Break-in inspections ensure that all components can operate for an extended period
without requiring service or replacement. The break-in period is the first 50 hours of operation after the machine's
initial start up.
Inspection
Instance
Check hydraulic oil level in reservoir
5
(check after first run-up and after the
Minutes
hydraulic hoses have filled with oil).
5 Check for loose hardware and tighten
Hours to required torque.
5 Check knife drive belts tension (check
Hours periodically for first 50 hours).
10
Check auger drive chain tension.
Hours
10
Check knife drive box mounting bolts.
Hours
50
Change float module gearbox oil.
Hours
50
Change float module hydraulic oil filter.
Hours
50
Change knife drive box lubricant.
Hours
50
Check gearbox chain tension.
Hours
50
Check deck height adjustment.
Hours

5.3.3 Preseason Servicing

Perform the following procedures at the beginning of each operating season:
CAUTION
• Review this manual to refresh your memory on the safety and operating recommendations.
• Review all the safety decals and other decals on the header and note the hazard areas.
• Be sure all the shields and guards are properly installed and secured. Never alter or remove safety
equipment.
• Be sure you understand and have practiced safe use of all controls. Know the capacity and operating
characteristics of the machine.
• Ensure you have a first aid kit and fire extinguisher. Know where they are and how to use them.
1. Lubricate the machine completely. Refer to
2. Adjust the tension on the drive belts. Refer to
214683
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
Item
5.3.6 Lubrication and Servicing, page
Checking and Tensioning Knife Drive Belts, page
388
Refer to
5.4.1 Checking Oil Level in Hydraulic Reservoir, page
407
8.1 Torque Specifications, page 577
Checking and Tensioning Knife Drive Belts, page 464
5.7.2 Checking Auger Drive Chain Tension, page 421
Checking Mounting Bolts, page 455
Changing Oil in Header Drive Gearbox, page 405
5.4.4 Changing Oil Filter, page 410
Changing Oil in Knife Drive Box, page 461
5.6.5 Adjusting Gearbox Drive Chain Tension, page
418
5.14.5 Adjusting Deck Height, page 492
390.
464.
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