Macdon 4000 Mower Conditioner User Manual download pdf (Page 21)

OPERATION

OPERATE CORRECTLY

CAUTION:

1. Follow all safety and operational instructions given in your tractor Operator’s Manual. If you do

not have a tractor manual, get one from your dealer and read it thoroughly.

2. Never attempt to start the tractor engine or operate the mower conditioner except from the tractor

seat.

3. Check the operation of all controls in a safe clear area before starting work.

4. Do not allow riders on tractor or mower conditioner.

5. Never start or move the machine until you are sure all bystanders have cleared the area.

6. Avoid travelling over loose fill, rocks, ditches or holes.

7. Drive slowly through gates and doorways.

8. If mowing ditch banks, use extreme caution. If the mower conditioner hits an obstruction, the front

of the tractor will usually swerve towards the ditch.

9. When working on inclines, travel uphill or downhill when possible. Be sure to keep tractor

transmission in gear when travelling downhill.

10. Never attempt to get on or off a moving tractor.

11. Do not get off the tractor while the mower conditioner is in operation.

12. Stop tractor engine and remove key before adjusting or removing plugged material from the

machine. A child or even a pet could engage the drive.

13. Check for excessive vibration and unusual noises. If there is any indication of trouble, shut down

and inspect the machine. Follow proper shutdown procedure:

- engage tractor brake

- disengage PTO

- turn off engine and remove key

- wait for all movement to stop

- dismount and engage cylinder stop before inspecting raised machine.

14. Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.

IMPORTANT: Correct operation reduces crop loss and allows cutting of more acres. The length of service

you receive from your mower conditioner depends upon timely maintenance and proper adjustments.

Satisfactory function of this machine in all crop conditions requires making proper adjustments to suit various

conditions.

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Macdon 4000 Mower Conditioner User Manual Page 21