MacDon PW8 User manual

PW8
Pick-Up Header
Operator’s Manual
214657 Revision A
2019 Model Year
Original Instruction
The harvesting specialists.

PW8 Pick-Up Header
Published May 2018

Declaration of Conformity
Figure 1. EC Declaration of Conformity
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Figure 2. EC Declaration of Conformity
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Introduction
The PW8 Pick-Up Header is designed to pick up windrows and feed them into a combine. This manual contains
operating and maintenance procedures for the PW8 Pick-Up Header for the following combines:
Combine Model
Case IH 50/60/7088, 51/61/7130, 51/61/7140, 70/8010, 71/81/9120, 72/82/9230, and 72/82/9240
John Deere 96/97/9860STS, 96/97/9870, S650/660/670/680/690, 9660WTS, and T670
New Holland All CR/CX Series
Versatile RT490
When setting up the machine or making adjustments, review and follow the recommended machine settings in all
relevant MacDon publications. Failure to do so may compromise machine function and machine life and may result
in a hazardous situation.
MacDon provides warranty for Customers who operate and maintain their equipment as described in this manual. A
copy of the MacDon Industries Limited Warranty Policy, which explains this warranty, should have been provided to
you by your Dealer. Damage resulting from any of the following conditions will void the warranty:
•Accident
•Misuse
•Abuse
•Improper maintenance or neglect
•Abnormal or extraordinary use of the machine
•Failure to use the machine, equipment, component, or part in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
Conventions
•Right and left are determined from the operator’s position. The front of the header is the side that faces the crop;
the back of the header is the side that connects to the combine.
•Unless otherwise noted, use the standard torque values provided in Chapter 8.1 Torque Specifications, page
273.
NOTE:
Keep your MacDon publications up-to-date. The most current version can be downloaded from our website
(www.macdon.com) or from our Dealer-only site (https://portal.macdon.com) (login required).
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Figure 3. Manual Case
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass
on to new Operators or Owners. The PW8 Pick-Up Header
Parts Catalog also is supplied with your new header. Call
your Dealer if you need assistance, information, or
additional copies of the manuals.
Store the operator’s manual and the parts catalog in the
manual case (A) attached to the back of the header.
Carefully read all the material provided before
attempting to maintain, service, or use the machine.
This manual is available in English and Russian.
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List of Revisions
The following table lists the changes made from the previous version of this document:
Summary of Change Location
New declaration of conformity. Declaration of Conformity, page i
Added illustrations 3.3.5 Removing Right Endshield, page 343.3.6
Installing Right Endshield, page 35
Added steps 3.3.4 Installing Left Endshield, page 32
John Deere T-Series added 4.1.8 John Deere S and T Series Combines, page 135
Added Auto Header Height Control topics for Case IH
5130/6130/7130 and 5140/6140/7140 mid-range
combines.
4.1.4 Case IH 5130/6130/7130 and 5140/6140/7140
Midrange Combines, page 107
Added Seed Saver Performance Kit 6 Options and Attachments, page 263
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Serial Number
Figure 4. Left Side (Rear View)
The serial number plate (A) is located on the left endsheet.
Record the serial number of the PW8 Combine Pick-Up
Header here:
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Declaration of Conformity............................................................................................................................i
Introduction.............................................................................................................................................. iii
List of Revisions ........................................................................................................................................v
Serial Number .......................................................................................................................................... vi
Chapter 1: Safety .................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Safety Alert Symbols ............................................................................................................................1
1.2 Signal Words .......................................................................................................................................2
1.3 General Safety.....................................................................................................................................3
1.4 Maintenance Safety .............................................................................................................................5
1.5 Hydraulic Safety...................................................................................................................................6
1.6 Safety Signs ........................................................................................................................................7
1.6.1 Installing Safety Decals ...............................................................................................................7
1.7 Safety Sign Locations...........................................................................................................................8
1.8 Understanding Safety Signs................................................................................................................16
Chapter 2: Product Overview ............................................................................................................ 21
2.1 Header Specifications ........................................................................................................................21
2.2 Header Dimensions............................................................................................................................22
2.3 Component Identification ....................................................................................................................23
2.4 Definitions .........................................................................................................................................24
Chapter 3: Operation ........................................................................................................................... 27
3.1 Owner/Operator Responsibilities.........................................................................................................27
3.2 Operational Safety .............................................................................................................................28
3.3 Endshields ........................................................................................................................................29
3.3.1 Opening Left Endshield .............................................................................................................29
3.3.2 Closing Left Endshield ...............................................................................................................30
3.3.3 Removing Left Endshield ...........................................................................................................31
3.3.4 Installing Left Endshield .............................................................................................................32
3.3.5 Removing Right Endshield.........................................................................................................34
3.3.6 Installing Right Endshield...........................................................................................................35
3.4 Header Lift Cylinder Safety Props........................................................................................................36
3.5 Engaging Hold-Down Lift Cylinder Safety Props ...................................................................................37
3.6 Daily Start-Up Check..........................................................................................................................38
3.7 Shutting down the Machine.................................................................................................................39
3.8 Break-In Period..................................................................................................................................40
3.9 Changing Header Opening .................................................................................................................41
3.10 Header Attachment and Detachment .................................................................................................42
3.10.1 Case IH ..................................................................................................................................42
Attaching to Case IH Combine...................................................................................................42
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Detaching from Case IH Combine..............................................................................................45
3.10.2 John Deere 60, 70, S, and T Series ..........................................................................................49
Attaching to John Deere 60, 70, S, and T Series Combine ...........................................................49
Detaching from John Deere 60, 70, S, and T Series Combine ......................................................53
3.10.3 New Holland CR/CX Series Combine........................................................................................56
Attaching to New Holland CR/CX Series Combine ......................................................................56
Detaching from New Holland CR/CX Combine............................................................................59
3.10.4 Versatile .................................................................................................................................61
Attaching to Versatile Combine ..................................................................................................61
Detaching from Versatile Combine .............................................................................................65
3.11 Header Transport .............................................................................................................................69
3.11.1 Transport Lights ......................................................................................................................69
3.12 Header Operation ............................................................................................................................70
3.12.1 Operating Speed .....................................................................................................................70
Adjusting Draper Speed ............................................................................................................71
3.12.2 Auger Operation......................................................................................................................72
Auger Speed............................................................................................................................72
Checking Auger Position ...........................................................................................................72
Adjusting Auger Position ...........................................................................................................73
Auger Float ..............................................................................................................................74
Stripper Plate Clearance ...........................................................................................................77
3.12.3 Operating Height .....................................................................................................................79
Header Height..........................................................................................................................79
Pick-Up Height .........................................................................................................................80
3.12.4 Adjusting Header Float ............................................................................................................82
3.12.5 Hold-Downs ............................................................................................................................84
Hold-Down Position ..................................................................................................................84
Adjusting Hold-Down Rod Angle ................................................................................................85
3.12.6 Crop Deflectors .......................................................................................................................85
Removing Crop Deflectors from Field Position ............................................................................85
Installing Crop Deflectors ..........................................................................................................86
3.12.7 Draper Belt Tension .................................................................................................................87
Checking Draper Belt Tension ...................................................................................................87
Adjusting Front Draper Belt Tension ...........................................................................................88
Adjusting Rear Draper Belt Tension............................................................................................90
3.12.8 Driveline .................................................................................................................................91
Clutch......................................................................................................................................91
Driveline Guard ........................................................................................................................91
3.13 Unplugging the Header.....................................................................................................................92
3.14 Adjusting the Pan Seal Assembly .....................................................................................................93
3.15 Storing the Header ...........................................................................................................................94
Chapter 4: AHHC System.................................................................................................................... 95
4.1 Auto Header Height Control (AHHC) System Overview .........................................................................95
4.1.1 AHHC Sensor Operation............................................................................................................96
4.1.2 Header Height Sensors .............................................................................................................96
Removing Header Height Sensor Assembly (Left Side) ...............................................................97
Installing Header Height Sensor Assembly (Left Side) .................................................................98
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Removing Header Height Control System (Right Side) ................................................................98
Installing Header Height Sensor Assembly (Right Side).............................................................100
4.1.3 Height Sensor Output Voltage Range –Combine Requirements .................................................102
Manually Checking Voltage Range...........................................................................................102
Adjusting Header Height Sensor Voltage Range (Left Side) .......................................................105
Adjusting Header Height Sensor Voltage Range (Right Side) .....................................................105
4.1.4 Case IH 5130/6130/7130 and 5140/6140/7140 Midrange Combines ...........................................107
Setting up the Header on the Combine Display (Case IH 5130/6130/7130;
5140/6140/7140)........................................................................................................107
Checking Voltage Range from Combine Cab (Case IH 5130/6130/7130;
5140/6140/7140)........................................................................................................108
Calibrating Auto Header Height Control (Case IH 5130/6130/7130, 5140/6140/7140) .................. 110
Setting Preset Cutting Height (Case 5130/6130/7130, 5140/6140/7140) ..................................... 110
4.1.5 Case IH 7010/8010, 7120/8120/9120, 7230/8230/9230, and 7240/8240/9240 Combines.............. 113
Checking Voltage Range from Combine Cab (Case 8010) ......................................................... 113
Checking Voltage Range from Combine Cab (Case IH 7010/8010; 7120/8120/9120;
7230/8230/9230; 7240/8240/9240).............................................................................. 115
Calibrating Auto Header Height Control (Case IH 7010/8010; 7120/8120/9120;
7230/8230/9230; 7240/8240/9240).............................................................................. 116
Calibrating Auto Header Height Control (Case Combines with Version 28.00 or Higher
Software)................................................................................................................... 118
Setting Preset Cutting Height (Case 7010/8010, 7120/8120/9120, 7230/8230/9230,
7240/8240/9240)........................................................................................................120
4.1.6 John Deere 60 Series Combines ..............................................................................................122
Checking Voltage Range from Combine Cab (John Deere 60 Series) .........................................122
Calibrating Auto Header Height Control (John Deere 60 Series).................................................123
Turning Off Accumulator (John Deere 60 Series) ......................................................................125
Setting Sensing Grain Header Height to 50 (John Deere 60 Series)............................................126
Setting Sensitivity of Auto Header Height Control (John Deere 60 Series)...................................127
Adjusting Threshold for Drop Rate Valve (John Deere 60 Series) ...............................................127
4.1.7 John Deere 70 Series Combines ..............................................................................................128
Checking Voltage Range from Combine Cab (John Deere 70 Series) .........................................128
Calibrating Feeder House Speed (John Deere 70 Series) ..........................................................129
Calibrating Auto Header Height Control (John Deere 70 Series).................................................130
Setting Sensitivity of Auto Header Height Control (John Deere 70 Series)...................................132
Adjusting Manual Header Raise/Lower Rate (John Deere 70 Series)..........................................134
4.1.8 John Deere S and T Series Combines ......................................................................................135
Checking Voltage Range from Combine Cab (John Deere S and T Series) .................................135
Calibrating Feeder House Fore-Aft Tilt Range (John Deere S and T Series) ................................135
Calibrating Auto Header Height Control (John Deere S and T Series) .........................................138
Setting Sensitivity of Auto Header Height Control (John Deere S and T Series) ...........................139
Adjusting Manual Header Raise/Lower Rate (John Deere S and T Series) ..................................140
Setting Preset Cutting Height (John Deere S and T Series)........................................................141
4.1.9 New Holland Combines CX/CR Series (CR Series –Model Year 2014 and Earlier) ......................144
Checking Voltage Range from Combine Cab (New Holland) ......................................................144
Engaging Auto Header Height Control (New Holland CR/CX Series) ..........................................145
Calibrating Auto Header Height Control (New Holland CR/CX Series) ........................................146
Adjusting Header Raise Rate (New Holland CR/CX Series) .......................................................148
Setting Header Lower Rate to 50 (New Holland CR/CX Series)..................................................149
Setting Sensitivity of Auto Header Height Control to 200 (New Holland CR/CX Series).................150
Setting Preset Cutting Height (New Holland CR/CX Series) .......................................................150
Configuring Reel Fore-Aft, Header Tilt, and Header Type (New Holland CR Series).....................151
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4.1.10 New Holland Combines (CR Series –Model Year 2015 and Later) ............................................153
Engaging Auto Header Height Control (New Holland CR Series) ................................................153
Checking Voltage Range from Combine Cab (New Holland CR Series) ......................................155
Calibrating Auto Header Height Control (New Holland CR Series) ..............................................157
Setting Auto Height (New Holland CR Series) ...........................................................................159
Setting Maximum Work Height (New Holland CR Series)...........................................................161
Chapter 5: Maintenance and Servicing .........................................................................................163
5.1 Preparing Header for Servicing .........................................................................................................163
5.2 Maintenance Requirements ..............................................................................................................164
5.2.1 Maintenance Schedule/Record ................................................................................................164
5.2.2 Preseason/Annual Service.......................................................................................................165
5.2.3 End-of-Season Service............................................................................................................166
5.3 Lubrication ...................................................................................................................................... 167
5.3.1 Greasing Procedure ................................................................................................................167
5.3.2 Greasing Points ......................................................................................................................168
5.3.3 Lubricating Auger Drive Chain..................................................................................................169
5.4 Installing Sealed Bearing ..................................................................................................................170
5.5 Drives .............................................................................................................................................171
5.5.1 Header Driveshaft ...................................................................................................................171
5.5.2 Header Driveline .....................................................................................................................171
Removing Header Driveline.....................................................................................................171
Installing Header Driveline.......................................................................................................173
Replacing Driveline Clutch ......................................................................................................175
Removing Driveline Guard ......................................................................................................175
Installing Driveline Guard ........................................................................................................177
Cleaning Driveline Splined Shaft..............................................................................................179
5.5.3 Draper Drives .........................................................................................................................180
Removing Front Hydraulic Motor..............................................................................................180
Installing Front Hydraulic Motor ...............................................................................................181
Removing Rear Hydraulic Motor ..............................................................................................182
Installing Rear Hydraulic Motor ................................................................................................183
Removing Hydraulic Motor Hoses............................................................................................184
Installing Hydraulic Motor Hoses..............................................................................................186
5.5.4 Auger Drive ............................................................................................................................188
Auger Drive Chain ..................................................................................................................188
Auger Drive Sprockets ............................................................................................................190
5.6 Auger Maintenance ..........................................................................................................................197
5.6.1 Replacing Auger Fingers .........................................................................................................197
5.6.2 Replacing Auger Finger Guides................................................................................................198
5.6.3 Replacing Auger Finger Holder ................................................................................................200
5.6.4 Replacing Stripper Plates ........................................................................................................203
5.6.5 Replacing Flighting Extensions.................................................................................................204
5.7 Decks .............................................................................................................................................206
5.7.1 Draper Belts ...........................................................................................................................206
Removing Front Draper Belt ....................................................................................................206
Installing Front Draper Belt ......................................................................................................207
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Removing Rear Draper Belt.....................................................................................................208
Installing Rear Draper Belt ......................................................................................................210
5.7.2 Draper Fingers and Guides ...................................................................................................... 211
Replacing Draper Fingers ....................................................................................................... 211
Replacing Draper Guide..........................................................................................................212
5.7.3 Draper Deck Roller Bearings....................................................................................................213
Replacing Drive Roller Bearing on Left Side of Rear Deck .........................................................214
Replacing Drive Roller Bearing on Right Side of Rear Deck .......................................................218
Replacing Idler Roller Bearing on Left Side of Rear Deck...........................................................222
Replacing Idler Roller Bearing on Right Side of Rear Deck ........................................................223
Aligning Rear Draper Deck Rollers...........................................................................................224
Replacing Drive Roller Bearing on Left Side of Front Deck.........................................................226
Replacing Drive Roller Bearing on Right Side of Front Deck.......................................................229
Replacing Front Deck Idler Roller Bearings...............................................................................229
Aligning Front Draper Deck Rollers ..........................................................................................231
5.8 Header Spring Float Assembly..........................................................................................................236
5.8.1 Removing Header Spring Float Assembly .................................................................................236
5.8.2 Installing Header Spring Float Assembly ...................................................................................238
5.9 Hold-Downs..................................................................................................................................... 240
5.9.1 Replacing Fiberglass Rods ......................................................................................................240
5.9.2 Replacing Master Hold-Down Cylinder......................................................................................241
Removing Master Cylinder ......................................................................................................241
Installing Master Cylinder ........................................................................................................243
5.9.3 Replacing Slave Hold-Down Cylinder........................................................................................244
Removing Slave Cylinder ........................................................................................................244
Installing Slave Cylinder..........................................................................................................246
5.9.4 Bleeding Cylinders and Lines ...................................................................................................247
5.9.5 Hydraulic Hoses and Lines.......................................................................................................248
Removing Master Cylinder Hose..............................................................................................249
Installing Master Cylinder Hose ...............................................................................................251
5.10 Draper Speed Sensor.....................................................................................................................254
5.10.1 Checking Draper Speed Sensor Position.................................................................................254
5.10.2 Adjusting Draper Speed Sensor .............................................................................................255
5.10.3 Replacing Draper Speed Sensor ............................................................................................256
5.11 Wheels and Tires ...........................................................................................................................257
5.11.1 Removing Wheel ...................................................................................................................257
5.11.2 Installing Wheel.....................................................................................................................258
5.11.3 Inflating Tire ..........................................................................................................................258
5.12 Lights ............................................................................................................................................259
5.12.1 Adjusting Transport Lights......................................................................................................259
5.12.2 Replacing Transport Light Bulb...............................................................................................260
5.12.3 Replacing Lens .....................................................................................................................260
5.12.4 Replacing Lamp Housing .......................................................................................................261
Chapter 6: Options and Attachments............................................................................................263
6.1 Hold-Down Performance Kit..............................................................................................................263
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6.2 Seed Saver Performance Kit.............................................................................................................264
6.3 Combine Completion Package Kits ...................................................................................................265
6.4 Auger Dent Repair Kit.......................................................................................................................266
6.5 Pivoting Caster Wheels Kit................................................................................................................267
Chapter 7: Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................269
Chapter 8: Reference .........................................................................................................................273
8.1 Torque Specifications .......................................................................................................................273
8.1.1 Metric Bolt Specifications .........................................................................................................273
8.1.2 Metric Bolt Specifications Bolting into Cast Aluminum ................................................................275
8.1.3 Flare-Type Hydraulic Fittings....................................................................................................276
8.1.4 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable) ....................................................................277
8.1.5 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Non-Adjustable).............................................................279
8.1.6 O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) Hydraulic Fittings .............................................................................280
8.1.7 Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings ...................................................................................................281
8.2 Conversion Chart.............................................................................................................................282
Index.......................................................................................................................................................283
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ..........................................................................................289
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1 Safety
1.1 Safety Alert Symbols
Figure 1.1: Safety Symbol
This safety alert symbol indicates important safety
messages in this manual and on safety signs on
the machine.
This symbol means:
•ATTENTION!
•BECOME ALERT!
•YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Carefully read and follow the safety message
accompanying this symbol.
Why is safety important to you?
•Accidents disable and kill
•Accidents cost
•Accidents can be avoided

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1.2 Signal Words
Three signal words, DANGER,WARNING, and CAUTION, are used to alert you to hazardous situations. Signal
words are selected using the following guidelines:
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. It
may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It
may be used to alert against unsafe practices.
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1.3 General Safety
Figure 1.2: Safety Equipment
CAUTION
The following are general farm safety precautions that
should be part of your operating procedure for all types
of machinery.
Protect yourself.
•When assembling, operating, and servicing machinery,
wear all protective clothing and personal safety devices
that could be necessary for job at hand. Do NOT take
chances. You may need the following:
•Hard hat
•Protective footwear with slip-resistant soles
•Protective glasses or goggles
•Heavy gloves
•Wet weather gear
•Respirator or filter mask
Figure 1.3: Safety Equipment
•Be aware that exposure to loud noises can cause hearing
impairment or loss. Wear suitable hearing protection
devices such as earmuffs or earplugs to help protect
against loud noises.
Figure 1.4: Safety Equipment
•Provide a first aid kit for use in case of emergencies.
•Keep a fire extinguisher on the machine. Be sure fire
extinguisher is properly maintained. Be familiar with its
proper use.
•Keep young children away from machinery at all times.
•Be aware that accidents often happen when Operator is
tired or in a hurry. Take time to consider safest way.
Never ignore warning signs of fatigue.
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Figure 1.5: Safety around Equipment
•Wear close-fitting clothing and cover long hair. Never
wear dangling items such as scarves or bracelets.
•Keep all shields in place. NEVER alter or remove safety
equipment. Make sure driveline guards can rotate
independently of shaft and can telescope freely.
•Use only service and repair parts made or approved by
equipment manufacturer. Substituted parts may not meet
strength, design, or safety requirements.
Figure 1.6: Safety around Equipment
•Keep hands, feet, clothing, and hair away from moving
parts. NEVER attempt to clear obstructions or objects
from a machine while engine is running.
•Do NOT modify machine. Unauthorized modifications
may impair machine function and/or safety. It may also
shorten machine’s life.
•To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of
machine, ALWAYS stop the engine and remove the key
from the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat for
any reason.
Figure 1.7: Safety around Equipment
•Keep 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.
•Keep work area well lit.
•Keep machinery clean. Straw and chaff on a hot engine is
a fire hazard. Do NOT allow oil or grease to accumulate
on service platforms, ladders, or controls. Clean
machines before storage.
•NEVER use gasoline, naphtha, or any volatile material for
cleaning purposes. These materials may be toxic and/or
flammable.
•When storing machinery, cover sharp or extending
components to prevent injury from accidental contact.
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1.4 Maintenance Safety
Figure 1.8: Safety around Equipment
To ensure your safety while maintaining machine:
•Review operator’s manual and all safety items before
operation and/or maintenance of 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 areas clean and dry
–Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly
grounded
–Keep work area well lit
Figure 1.9: Equipment NOT Safe for Children
•Relieve pressure from hydraulic circuits before servicing
and/or disconnecting machine.
•Make sure all components are tight and that steel lines,
hoses, and couplings are in good condition before
applying pressure to hydraulic systems.
•Keep hands, feet, clothing, and hair away from all
moving and/or rotating parts.
•Clear area of bystanders, especially children, when
carrying out any maintenance, repairs, or adjustments.
•Install transport lock or place safety stands under frame
before working under machine.
•If more than one person is servicing machine at same
time, be aware that rotating a driveline or other
mechanically-driven component by hand (for example,
accessing a lubricant fitting) will cause drive components
in other areas (belts, pulleys, and knives) to move. Stay
clear of driven components at all times.
Figure 1.10: Safety Equipment
•Wear protective gear when working on machine.
•Wear heavy gloves when working on knife components.
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1.5 Hydraulic Safety
Figure 1.11: Testing for Hydraulic Leaks
•Always place all hydraulic controls in Neutral before
dismounting.
•Make sure that all components in hydraulic system are
kept clean and in good condition.
•Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened, or crimped
hoses and steel lines.
•Do NOT attempt any makeshift repairs to hydraulic lines,
fittings, or hoses by using tapes, clamps, cements, or
welding. The hydraulic system operates under extremely
high-pressure. Makeshift repairs will fail suddenly and
create hazardous and unsafe conditions.
Figure 1.12: Hydraulic Pressure Hazard
•Wear proper hand and eye protection when searching for
high-pressure hydraulic leaks. Use a piece of cardboard
as a backstop instead of hands to isolate and identify
a leak.
•If injured by a concentrated high-pressure stream of
hydraulic fluid, seek medical attention immediately.
Serious infection or toxic reaction can develop from
hydraulic fluid piercing the skin.
Figure 1.13: Safety around Equipment
•Make sure all components are tight and steel lines,
hoses, and couplings are in good condition before
applying pressure to a hydraulic system.
SAFETY