Storage; End Of Season; Start Of Season - MacDon 1000 Operator's & Parts Manual

END OF SEASON

1. Check for worn or damaged parts and replace, if necessary. To avoid costly delays, please
contact your dealer for replacement parts long before the start of the next season.
2. Store the bale carrier in a clean, dry, sheltered area.
3. Replace all missing or broken bolts with bolts of similar size and grade.
4. Clean the bale carrier thoroughly. Dirt draws moisture that rusts metal.
5. Repaint chipped or worn areas. Paint is available from your dealer.
6. Clean CHAIN and brush with SAE light machine oil (or equivalent) to prevent rust.
7. Repaint the top of the CARRIER BEAMS with a graphite paint such as Slip Plate
rust.

START OF SEASON

1. Clean and inspect the bale carrier when taking it out of storage. Ensuring that the bale carrier is
in optimum condition at the start of the season reduces the chances of a costly breakdown
during the season.
2. Clean and inspect CHAIN for excessive wear or stiffness. Check for proper adjustment and
alignment.
3. Lubricate entire bale carrier. Ensure that all grease fittings are in place and taking grease
properly.
4. Inspect and repack wheel bearings with a SAE multi purpose type grease.
5. Check that tires are properly inflated.
6. Check all bolts for tightness. Replace lost or worn bolts.
7. Inspect CABLE and PULLEY. Replaced frayed or worn CABLES. Replace PULLEY HOLDER
WITH PULLEY if there is excessive wobble in the pulley.
8. Clean and lubricate CABLE with a dry type wire rope lubricant.
9. Replace and secure safety shields. Review safety regulations.
10. Operate the bale carrier for a short time. Check that all moving parts are operating freely. Check
for hydraulic leaks.
11. Review the Operator's Manual.

STORAGE

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