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6.3 WINDROWER TRACTOR
OPERATION
6.3.1
Operational Safety
Follow these safety precautions:
CAUTION
•
Wear close fitting clothing and protective
shoes with slip resistant soles.
•
Remove
foreign
machine and surrounding area.
•
As well, carry with you any protective
clothing and personal safety devices that
COULD be necessary through the day.
Don't take chances.
•
You may need:
hard hat
- a
- protective glasses or goggles
- heavy gloves
- respirator or filter mask
- wet weather gear
•
Protect
against
Wear a suitable hearing
protective device such
as ear muffs or ear plugs
to
protect
objectionable
noises.
•
Follow
all
instructions given in your Operator's
Manuals. If you do not have a windrower
and/or combine manual, get one from
your dealer and read it thoroughly.
•
Never attempt to start the engine or
operate the machine except from the
operator's seat.
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WINDROWER TRACTOR OPERATION
objects
from
noise.
against
or
uncomfortable
safety
and
operational
•
Check the operation of all controls in a
safe clear area before starting work.
•
Stop engine and remove key before
adjusting or removing plugged material
from the machine. A child or even a pet
could engage the drive.
•
Check
unusual noises. If there is any indication
of trouble, shut down and inspect the
machine.
procedure.
Shutdown Procedure.
the
•
Operate only in daylight or good artificial
light.
6.3.2
The windrower is ready for normal operation.
However there are several items to check and
watch out for during the first 150 hours.
6.3.2.1
Engine
a. Operate engine at moderate load and avoid
extremely heavy or light loading for longer than
5 minutes.
b. Avoid unnecessary idling. If engine will be idling
for longer than 5 minutes after reaching
operating temperature, turn key OFF to stop
engine.
c. Check engine oil level frequently. Watch for any
signs of leakage. If oil must be added, refer to
Section 7.9.3 or 7.10.2 Oil Level.
During the break-in period, a higher than
usual
considered normal.
If windrower tractor must be driven in cold
weather (below freezing), let engine idle
for 3 minutes, and then operate at
moderate speed until oil has warmed up.
d. Watch coolant gauge in cab for temperature
loud
rising beyond normal operating range. Check
that coolant level at reserve tank (mounted next
to radiator) stays between HOT and COLD
marks on tank. Refer to Section 7.9.7.1 or
7.10.7.1 Cooling System.
problems occur, check for coolant leaks.
e. Change engine oil and filter after 500 hours.
Refer to Section 7.9.4 or 7.10.3 Changing Oil
and Oil Filter.
50
for
excessive
Follow
proper
Refer to Section 6.3.5.3
Break-In Period
NOTE
oil
consumption
NOTE
Issue – June 2008
vibration
and
shutdown
should
be
If over-heating
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