Removing Windrower From Storage (Beginning of Season)

1. Check engine, final drives, pump drive gear case, and hydrostatic system oil levels. Check for leaks and add oil as necessary.

2. Remove radiator cap and check coolant level. If low, check for leaks or loose connections. Service cooling system as required. Be certain sufficient amount of low silicate antifreeze with coolant conditioner is used to provide for coldest anticipated temperature. (See DIESEL ENGINE COOLANT in Fuel, Coolant, and Lubricants section for recommended coolant conditioner.)

3. Install batteries. Charge batteries. (See CHARGING BATTERY in Electrical section).

4. Remove blocking and check tires and tire inflation. (See CHECKING WHEELS in the Wheels, Steering, Brakes, and Rear Axle section).

5. CAUTION: When cleaning the windrower after storage take extra precaution in looking for mice or birds nests that have been built during storage. Look closely around exhaust components and in the engine area. Any area that might cause a fire.

   Clean the windrower and platform thoroughly.

6. Perform BEGINNING OF SEASON procedure on platform. (See Storage section in platform Operator's manual).

7. Completely lubricate windrower and platform. (See Lubrication and Maintenance section in this manual and platform Operator's manual).

8. IMPORTANT: Review Operating Engine section.

   Start windrower and allow to warm up.

9. Increase engine speed to operating rpm.

10. Raise platform and move windrower out of storage area to level ground.

11. Lower platform and engage platform drive. Allow windrower and platform to run for 3—5 minutes. Turn off engine and remove key.

12. Check windrower and platform completely to see that all hardware is tight and cotter pins are spread.

13. Check all fluid levels and, if necessary, fill with recommended fluid. (See Fuel, Coolant, and Lubricants section.)

14. Review your Operator's manual.