MacDon PW8 Pick-Up Header - Manual (Page 13)

SAFETY
1.4 Maintenance Safety
To ensure your safety while maintaining the machine:
• Review the operator’s manual and all safety items before
operation and/or maintenance of the machine.
• Place all controls in Neutral, stop the engine, set the park
brake, remove the ignition key, and wait for all moving
parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, and/or repairing.
• Follow good shop practices:
– Keep service area clean and dry.
– Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly
grounded.
– Use adequate light for the job at hand.
Figure 1.8: Slip on Puddle
• Relieve pressure from hydraulic circuits before servicing
and/or disconnecting the machine.
• Before applying pressure to a hydraulic system, make
sure all components are tight and that steel lines, hoses,
and couplings are in good condition.
• Keep hands, feet, clothing, and hair away from all moving
and/or rotating parts.
• Clear the area of bystanders especially children when
carrying out any maintenance and repairs or when
making any adjustments.
• Install transport lock or place safety stands under the
frame before working under the header.
• 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 knife) to move. Stay clear
of driven components at all times.
Figure 1.9: Keep Away
• Wear protective gear when working on the machine.
• Wear heavy gloves when working on knife components.
Figure 1.10: Safety Gear
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