MacDon 3020 Pull-Type Windrower - Manual (Page 24)

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OPERATION
BREAK-IN PERIOD
1. After attaching windrower to tractor for the first
time, operate the machine slowly for 5 minutes,
watching and listening FROM THE TRACTOR
SEAT for binding or interfering parts.
CAUTION: Before investigating an
unusual sound or attempting to
correct a problem, shut off tractor,
engage parking brake and remove
key.
2. Check all belts after 5 hours operation for initial
stretch. Tighten as necessary. (See
Maintenance/Service section). Continue to
check the belts periodically for the first 50
hours.
3. Check wheel bolt torque after 10 hours
operation and periodically thereafter (at least
every 100 hours). Torque to 80 to 90 ft.lbs.
(110 to 120 N
⋅m)
4. Check that the two setscrews securing driveline
yoke to main drive shaft at (A) are tight after 10
hours operation.
5. Check locknuts (B) after 10 hours operation.
Torque to 80 to 90 ft.lbs. (110 to 120 N ⋅m).
Also check that top idler pulley is properly
aligned with drive pulley. See "Main Drive Belt
Alignment" in Maintenance/Service section
6. Check sickle drive after 10 hours operation for
loose bearings and/or bolts.
7. Check reel and draper drives after 10 hours
operation for proper alignment and heated
bearings.
8. Until you become familiar with the sound and
feel of your new windrower, be extra alert and
attentive.
CHECK YOKE - DRIVE SHAFT SETSCREWS
A
CHECK IDLER BRACKET LOCKNUTS
AND BELT ALIGNMENT
B