MacDon 871 Combine Adapter - Manual (Page 17)

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MAINTENANCE/SERVICE
SERVICE PROCEDURES
CAUTION: To avoid personal injury,
before servicing machine or opening
drive covers:
1. Fully lower header and reel. If it is necessary to
service in the raised position, first engage
header lift cylinder stops and reel props.
2. Disengage header drive clutch.
3. Stop engine and remove key.
4. Engage park brake.
5. Wait for all moving parts to stop.
Park on level surface when possible. Block wheels
securely. Follow all recommendations in your
Combine Operator’s Manual.
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.
Be prepared if an accident should occur. Know
where the first aid kit and fire extinguisher 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.
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.