OPERATION
Storage Procedure
Do
the
following at the end
of
each operating
season:
A
CAUTION
:
1.
aean
the
windrower thoroughly. Never use
gasoline, naphtha
or
any
volatile material
for
cleaning purposes.
These
materials
may
be
toxic
and/or
flammable.
2. Store
windrower
in a
dry
protected place. Never
operate engine in a closed buiding. Proper
ventilation
is
required
to
avoid
exhaust
gas
hazards.
3.
Remove
the
battery. Bring
to
full charge
and
store in a cool,
dry
place
not
subject to
freezing. Remember
when
working around
storage batteries
that
all
of
the
exposed metal
parts
are
iive•
. Never
lay
a metal
object
across
the
terminals because a spark
and
short
circuit
will result.
4.
Cover
cutterbar
and
knife guards
to
prevent
injury
from
accidental contact
Also:
5.
If
stored outside, always cover windrower with
a waterproof tarpaulin
or
other protective
material. This will protect the switches,
instruments, tires, etc. from inclement weather.
If
no
cover
is available; seal air cleaner intake,
exhaust pipe
and
fuel
ta
nk
cap
with plastic bags
and/
or
waterproof tape.
6.
If
possible,
block
up windrower
to
take weight
off
tires.
7. Repaint all worn
or
chipped painted surfaces
to
prevent rust.
8. Lubricate the windrower
tho
roughly, leaving
excess grease
on
fittings
to
keep moisture
out
of
bearings.
Apply
grease
to
exposed threads
and sliding surfaces
of
components.
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