End Of Season Service - MacDon D65 Operator's Manual

1. Adjust tension on drive belts.
For single knife, refer to
• Tensioning Single and Double Knife Headers With Non-Timed Drive, page
For double knife, refer to .
Tensioning Knife Drive Belt (Timed) (DK) (Left Hand), page 154
•
• Tensioning Knife Drive Belt (Timed) (DK) (Right Hand), page 162
2. Perform all annual maintenance. See Section

6.4.4 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 Section
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
6.4.1 Maintenance Schedule/Record, page
128
151.
or
125.
6.3 Maintenance Specifications, page 113.
Rev. C