Daily Start-Up Check - MacDon R85 Operator's Manual

5.6 Daily Start-Up Check

CAUTION
• Be sure windrower and header are properly attached, all controls are in NEUTRAL, and windrower brake
is engaged.
• Clear the area of other persons, pets etc. Keep children away from machinery. Walk around the header
to be sure no one is under, on or close to it.
• Wear close fitting clothing and protective shoes with slip resistant soles. As well, carry with you any
protective clothing and personal safety devices that COULD be necessary through the day. Don't take
chances.
• Remove foreign objects from the machine and surrounding area.
You may need the following:
• A hard hat
• Protective footwear with slip resistant soles
• Protective glasses or goggles
• Heavy gloves
• A respirator or filter mask
• Wet weather gear
• Be aware that exposure to loud noise can cause
impairment or loss of hearing. Wear suitable hearing
protection devices such as ear muffs or ear plugs to
help protect against objectionable or loud noises.
Do the following each day before start-up:
1. Check the machine for leaks or any parts that are missing, broken, or not working correctly.
NOTE:
Use proper procedure when searching for pressurized fluid leaks. Refer to
Lines, page 155.
2. Perform all daily maintenance. Refer to
169455
OPERATION
Figure 5.18: Safety Equipment
Figure 5.19: Safety Equipment
7.5.1 Maintenance Schedule/Record, page
34
7.8.2 Hydraulic Hoses and
111.
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