MacDon 912 Operator's Manual page 84

Perform these checks and adjustments prior to delivery to your customer. See the Operator's Manual for
adjustment details.
CAUTION: Carefully follow the instructions given. Be alert for safety related messages which
bring your attention to hazards and unsafe practices.
HEADER: Serial Number _____________________________
Check for shipping damage or missing parts. Be sure all shipping dunnage is removed.
Check tension of sickle drive belt(s) and auger drive belt. (P. 49 & 55)
Check header flotation. (75 – 85 lbs. [335 – 380 N]) (P. 27 & Tractor or Adapter Operator's Manual)
Check that header is level. (Tractor Operator's Manual)
Grease all bearings and driveline(s). (P. 40)
Reposition wobble box breather(s). (P 69).
Check wobble box(es) lube level. (P. 50)
Check skid shoes / gauge wheels are evenly adjusted at a setting appropriate for first crop. (P. 26)
Check lean bar is adjusted at a setting appropriate for first crop. (P. 22)
Check hydraulic hose and wiring harness routing, ensuring adequate clearance with header up or down.
Run machine for 15 minutes, STOP ENGINE and check drives for belt/idler alignment and heated
bearings. Check sickle sections for discolouration caused by misalignment of components.
Check lights are functional.
HAY CONDITIONER: Serial Number _____________________________
Grease all bearings (P. 40)
Check conditioner gear case lube level. (P. 58)
Install breather in gear case. (P. 73)
Align conditioner drive pulley on header drive shaft and check conditioner drive belt tension. (P. 72 & 57)
Adjust forming shields to position suitable for conditions. (P. 31)
Check roll intermesh hardware is securely tightened. (P. 29)
Date Checked: ___________________________
Auger Header
Pre-Delivery Checklist
Checked by: _____________________________