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

5.3.3 Preseason/Annual Service

Perform the following procedures at the beginning of each operating season:
CAUTION
• Review this manual to refresh your memory on the safety and operating recommendations.
• Review all the safety decals and other decals on the header and note the hazard areas.
• Be sure all the shields and guards are properly installed and secured.
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. Lubricate the machine completely. Refer to
2. Adjust the tension on the drive belts. Depending on your equipment. Refer to
Belts, page 150.
3. Perform all the annual maintenance. Refer to

5.3.4 End-of-Season Service

Perform the following procedures 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 storing outside, always cover with a waterproof canvas
or other protective material.
NOTE:
If storing the machine outside, remove the drapers and store them in a dark, dry place. If not removing
the drapers, store the header with the cutterbar lowered so water and snow will not accumulate on the
drapers. The weight of water and snow accumulation puts excessive stress on the drapers and header.
3. Lower the header onto blocks to keep the cutterbar off the ground.
4. Lower the reel completely. If stored outside, tie the reel to the frame to prevent rotation caused by the wind.
5. Repaint all worn or chipped painted surfaces to prevent rust.
6. Loosen the drive belts.
7. Lubricate the header thoroughly leaving excess grease on the fittings to keep moisture out of the bearings.
8. Apply grease to exposed threads, cylinder rods, and sliding surfaces of components.
9. Check for worn components and repair as necessary.
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
Service Intervals, page
5.3.1 Maintenance Schedule/Record, page
117
Never alter or remove
119.
Tensioning Non-Timed Knife Drive
115.
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