MacDon R85 Rotary Disc 16 Foot Pull-Type - Manual (Page 178)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
Inspecting Accelerators
Follow these steps to inspect accelerators:
DANGER
Stop engine and remove key from ignition before
leaving operator’s seat for any reason. A child or
even a pet could engage an idling machine.
1. Raise mower conditioner fully, stop engine, and
remove key.
2. Engage lift cylinder lock-out valves. See Section 5.3
Lift Cylinder Lock-Out Valves, page 30 .
3. Open cutterbar doors. Refer to Section 5.5 Cutterbar
Doors, page 34 .
CAUTION
Cutter blades have two cutting edges. Exercise
caution when working around the blades. Blades
are sharp and can cause serious injury. Wear
gloves when handling blades.
Figure 8.48
4. Inspect accelerators for damage and wear. They
should be replaced if severely damaged or worn.
5. Check for loose or missing fasteners and tighten or
replace fastener if missing.
Replacing Accelerators
Follow these steps to replace the accelerators:
1. Raise mower conditioner fully, shut off engine, and
remove key.
2. Engage lift cylinder lock-out valves. See Section 5.3
Lift Cylinder Lock-Out Valves, page 30 .
3. Remove disc. See Section 8.7.2 Replacing a Disc,
page 158 .
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