Maintenance/Service; Preparation For Servicing; Recommended Safety Procedures - MacDon A30-S Operator's Manual

7 MAINTENANCE/SERVICE

The following instructions are provided to assist
the operator in the use of the windrower. Detailed
maintenance, service, and parts information are
contained in the Service Instruction Manual and
Parts Catalog that are available from your dealer.

7.1 PREPARATION FOR SERVICING

CAUTION
To avoid personal injury, before servicing
windrower or opening drive covers:
a. Fully lower the windrower. If necessary to service
in the raised position, always engage lift cylinder
stops.
b. Disengage PTO (pull-type).
c. Stop engine and remove key.
d. Engage park brake.
e. Wait for all moving parts to stop.
7.2 RECOMMENDED SAFETY
PROCEDURES
Park on level surface when possible. Block
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wheels securely if windrower is parked on
an incline. Follow all recommendations in
your Tractor Operator's Manual.
Wear close-fitting clothing and cover long
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hair. Never wear dangling items such as
scarves or bracelets.
Wear protective shoes with slip-resistant
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soles, a hard hat, protective glasses or
goggles and heavy gloves.
If more than one person is servicing the
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machine at the same time, be aware that
rotating a driveline or other mechanically
driven component by hand (for example,
accessing a lube fitting) will cause drive
components in other areas (belts, pulleys,
and sickle) to move. Stay clear of driven
components at all times.
Be prepared if an accident should occur.
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Know where the first aid kit and fire
extinguishers are located and how to use
them.
Keep the service area clean and dry. Wet
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or oily floors are slippery. Wet spots can
be dangerous when working with electrical
equipment. Be sure all electrical outlets
and tools are properly grounded.
Use adequate light for the job at hand.
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Replace all shields removed or opened for
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service.
Form # 169000
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Use only service and repair parts made or
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approved by the equipment manufacturer.
Substituted parts may not meet strength,
design or safety requirements.
Keep the machine clean. Never use
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gasoline, naphtha or any volatile material
for cleaning purposes. These materials
may be toxic and/or flammable.
Model Year - 2009