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6.3.3
Pre-Season Check
a. Perform the following safety checks at the
beginning of each operating season:
CAUTION
•
Review the Operator's Manual to refresh
your memory on safety and operating
recommendations.
•
Review all safety signs and other decals
on the windrower and note hazard areas.
•
Be sure all shields and guards are
properly installed and secured.
alter or remove safety equipment.
•
Be sure you understand and have
practiced safe use of all controls. Know
the
capacity
characteristics of the machine.
•
Store a properly stocked first aid kit and
charged
fire
windrower.
b. Perform the following checks:
1. Drain off excess hydraulic oil added for
storage. Refer to Section 7.13.2 Changing
Hydraulic Oil.
2. Remove plastic bags and/or tape from all
sealed openings (air cleaner intake, exhaust
pipe, fuel tank).
3. Charge battery and install. Be sure terminals
are
clean
and
securely.
4. Adjust tension on A/C compressor belt. See
Section 7.9.10.1 or 7.10.10.1 Tension.
5. Cycle A/C switch to distribute A/C refrigerant
oil.
c. Perform annual maintenance. See Section 7.15
Maintenance Schedule.
Form # 169017
WINDROWER TRACTOR OPERATION
Never
and
operating
extinguisher
on
the
cables
are
connected
6.3.4
Daily Check
a. Check the machine for leaks or any parts that
are missing, broken, or not working correctly.
Use proper procedure when searching for
pressurized fluid leaks. Refer to Section
7.13.7 Hoses and Lines.
b. Clean the windows and mirrors to be sure of
good visibility in all directions.
platform to access the rear window. Hold onto
the hand-holds on the cab front corners and
stand on the header anti-slip strips to wash the
front window.
c. Clean all lights and reflective surfaces to
maintain visibility to others.
d. Perform Daily maintenance.
7.15 Maintenance Schedule.
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