MacDon M150 SP - Manual (Page 118)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
Form 169017 / 169087 / 169095
116
Revision C
7 MAINTENANCE AND
SERVICING
The following instructions are provided to assist
the operator in the use of the M150 and M200
Windrower.
Detailed maintenance, service, and parts
information are contained in the Service
Instruction Manual and Parts Catalogs that are
available from your MacDon Dealer.
7.1 PREPARATION FOR SERVICING
WARNING
To avoid personal injury, before servicing
adapter/header or opening drive covers:
• Fully lower the header. If necessary to
service in the raised position, always
engage lift cylinder stops.
• Disengage drives.
• Stop engine and remove key.
• Wait for all moving parts to stop.
7.1.1 WELDING PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT
High currents and voltage spikes associated
with welding can cause damage to
electronic components.
Before welding on any part of the windrower
or an attached header, disconnect all
electronic module harness connections as
well as the battery cables.
These electronic modules include:
• Engine Control Module (ECM)
• Windrower Control Module (WCM)
• Cab Display Module (CDM)
7.2 RECOMMENDED SAFETY
PROCEDURES
• Wear close-fitting clothing
and cover long hair. Never
wear dangling items such
as scarves or bracelets
• Wear protective shoes with slip-resistant
soles, a hard hat, protective glasses or
goggles and heavy gloves.
• If more than one person is servicing the
machine at the same time, be aware that
rotating a driveline or other mechanically
driven
component
by hand (for
example,
accessing a
lube fitting) will cause drive components in
other areas (belts, pulleys, and sickle) to
move. Stay clear of driven components at
all times.
• Be prepared if an accident should occur.
Know where the
first aid kit and
fire extinguishers
are located and
how to use them.
• Keep the service
area clean and dry.
Wet or oily floors are
slippery. Wet spots
can be dangerous
when working with
electrical equipment.
Be sure all electrical
outlets and tools are
properly grounded.
• Use adequate light for
the job at hand.
• Replace all shields removed or opened for
service.
• Park on a level surface when possible.
Block wheels securely.
• Use only service and repair parts made or
approved by the equipment manufacturer.
Substituted parts may not meet strength,
design or safety requirements.
• Keep the machine clean. Never use
gasoline, naphtha or any volatile material
for cleaning purposes. These materials
may be toxic and/or flammable.