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Final drives, 9storing the windrower, Storing the windrower – MacDon M155 Operators Manual User Manual

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OPERATION

Final Drives

Disengage and engage final drives as follows:

1. Remove the two bolts (A) at the center of drive wheel.

2. Remove cap (B) and flip over so that dished side

faces in. The cap depresses a pin that disengages
the gearbox.

3. After towing, reverse cover (B) to engage final drives.

Be sure plunger at center of wheel pops out to
engage drive.

Figure 4.66: Final Drives

4.3.9

Storing the Windrower

At the end of each operating season, you need to store your windrower properly.

WARNING

Never use gasoline, naphtha, or any volatile material for cleaning purposes. These materials are toxic and
can be flammable.

CAUTION

Never operate engine in a closed building. Proper ventilation is required to avoid exhaust gas hazards.

CAUTION

Remember when working around storage batteries that all of the exposed metal parts are live. Never lay a
metal object across the terminals because a spark and short circuit will result.

1. Clean the windrower thoroughly.

2. Store windrower in a dry protected place.

3. Remove battery. Refer to

Removing Batteries, page 332

.

4. Bring to full charge and store in a cool, dry place not subject to freezing.

5. If stored outside, always cover windrower with a waterproof tarpaulin or other protective material. This will protect

the switches, instruments, tires, etc. from inclement weather.

6. If no cover is available; seal air cleaner intake and exhaust pipe with plastic bags and/or waterproof tape.

7. If possible, block up windrower to take weight off tires. If it is not possible to block up the machine, increase tire

pressure by 25% for storage. Adjust to recommended operating pressure before next use.

8. Repaint all worn or chipped painted surfaces to prevent rust.

9. Lubricate the windrower thoroughly, leaving excess grease on fittings to keep moisture out of bearings. Apply

grease to exposed threads and sliding surfaces of components.

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