Preseason/Annual Service; End Of Season Service - MacDon D65 Operator's Manual

6.3.3 Preseason/Annual Service

Perform the following the beginning of each operating season
CAUTION
• Review this manual to refresh your memory on safety and operating recommendations.
• Review all safety decals and other decals on the header and note hazard areas.
• Be sure all shields and guards are properly installed and secured. Never alter or remove safety
equipment.
• Be sure you understand and have practiced safe use of all controls. Know the capacity and operating
characteristics of the machine.
• Check the first aid kit and fire extinguisher. Know where they are and how to use them.
1. Adjust tension on drive belts. Depending on your equipment, refer to
page 163 or . Tensioning Timed Knife Drive Belts, page 168
2. Perform all annual maintenance. Refer to

6.3.4 End of Season Service

Do the following at the end of each operating season.
CAUTION
Never use gasoline, naphtha or any volatile material for cleaning purposes. These materials may be toxic
and/or flammable.
CAUTION
Cover cutterbar and knife guards to prevent injury from accidental contact.
1. Clean the header thoroughly.
2. Store the machine in a dry, protected place if possible. If stored outside, always cover with a waterproof canvas
or other protective material.
3. If machine is stored outside, remove drapers and store in a dark, dry place.
NOTE:
If drapers are not removed, store header with cutterbar lowered so water/snow will not accumulate on drapers.
This accumulation of weight puts excessive stress on drapers and header.
4. Lower header onto blocks to keep cutterbar off the ground.
5. Lower reel completely. If stored outside, tie reel to frame to prevent rotation caused by wind.
6. Repaint all worn or chipped painted surfaces to prevent rust.
7. Loosen drive belts.
8. Lubricate the header thoroughly, leaving excess grease on fittings to keep moisture out of bearings. Apply grease
to exposed threads, cylinder rods, and sliding surfaces of components. Oil knife components to prevent rust.
9. Check for worn or broken components and repair or order replacement from your MacDon Dealer. Attention to
these items right away will save time and effort at beginning of next season.
10. Replace or tighten any missing or loose hardware. Refer to
169899
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
6.3.1 Maintenance Schedule/Record, page
131
Tensioning Non-Timed Knife Drive Belts,
6.2 Maintenance Specifications, page
129.
114.
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