MacDon R85 Rotary Disc 13 Foot - Manual (Page 64)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
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7 MAINTENANCE AND
SERVICING
The following instructions are provided to assist
the Operator in servicing the mower conditioner.
Detailed maintenance and service information
are contained in the Technical Service Manual
that is available from your Dealer. A Parts
Catalog is located in a plastic case at the right
end of the header.
Log hours of operation, and use the
Maintenance Checklist provided to keep a
record of scheduled maintenance. Refer to
Section 7.4.1 Maintenance Schedule/Record.
7.1 PREPARATION FOR SERVICING
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury, before servicing
mower conditioner or opening drive covers,
perform the following:
a. Fully lower the header. If necessary to service in
the raised position, always close lift cylinder
valves.
b. Disengage PTO.
c. Stop engine, and remove key.
d. Engage park brake.
e. Wait for all moving parts to stop.
7.2 RECOMMENDED SAFETY
PROCEDURES
 Park on level surface when possible.
Block wheels securely if mower
conditioner is parked on an incline.
Follow all recommendations in your
tractor 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.
 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 disc) 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.
 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.