MacDon M Series Unloading And Assembly Instructions page 347

2. Shut down the engine and perform the following safety
system checks:
a. Open engine compartment hood.
b. Pry the steering interlock away from pintle arms (A)
by inserting a wedge or pry bar between one of the
interlock channels (B) and pintle arm.
c. Insert a wooden block approximately 19 mm
(3/4 in.) thick between the opposite channel and
the pintle arm so the interlock channel is clear of
the pintle arm.
d. Turn the steering wheel off-center and move the
GSL to N-DETENT.
e. Try starting the engine and confirm the CDM
flashes CENTER STEERING accompanied by a
short beep with each flash. The engine should
NOT turn over.
IMPORTANT:
If the engine turns over, the safety system
requires adjustment. Refer to the windrower
technical manual for adjustment procedures.
f. Remove key from ignition.
g. Remove wooden block and close hood.
3. Shut down the engine and center the steering wheel. Place the GSL in NEUTRAL but not in N-DETENT. Try
starting the engine and confirm the CDM flashes CENTER STEERING on the upper line and PLACE GSL INTO N
on the lower line accompanied by a short beep with each flash. The engine should NOT turn over.
IMPORTANT:
If the engine turns over, the safety system requires adjustment. Refer to the windrower technical manual for
adjustment procedures.
4. Shut down the engine and center the steering wheel. Place the GSL in N-DETENT and ensure the operator's
station is NOT locked. Try starting the engine and confirm that the engine cranks but does NOT start, and the
CDM displays SEAT BASE NOT LOCKED.
IMPORTANT:
If the engine starts, the safety system requires adjustment. Refer to the windrower technical manual for
adjustment procedures.
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Figure 5.19: Pintle Arms
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