Preliminary Checks

Use the following list as a reminder to inspect items before operation. Detailed operation and service information is available in other sections.

Check and Inspect Equipment

OK / Not OK

After final assembly, adjustment, lubrication, and before machine use; conduct inspections.

Review manual and machine for safety signs.

 

Review manual for proper operation, adjustment, and service.

 

Review manual for regular lubrication points and intervals.

 

Review manual for lighting and devices available when transporting machine.

 

Review manual for attachment / connection process to tractor and control devices (hitch, hydraulic, and electrical).

 

Review additional documentation (instructions, warranty, serial numbers).

 

Machine is assembled according to instructions (nuts and bolts tightened properly).

 

Equipment is lubricated, rotates or moves freely (without dragging or interference).

 

Transport link is adjusted to reach lug when cylinder fully extended.

 

Paint all unpainted bolts and nuts or any parts scratched in shipment.

 

Properly connect machine to tractor drawbar.

 

Axle lift fittings are installed and lubricated.

 

All grease fittings are installed.

 

During first season of operation; inspect proper operating conditions.

Check entire machine for loose or missing hardware (replace or re-torque as necessary).

 

Check entire machine for broken, damaged, or missing parts (repair as necessary).

 

If possible; operate machine to check for proper functionality.

 

Review manual for proper safety, operation, lubrication, and service of machine.

 

Contact John Dealer for assistance (checks, inspections, operation, lubrication, service, or additional equipment).

 

Daily inspect machine lubrication and operation.

Lubricate machine according to service intervals.

 

Check for loose or missing hardware or damaged parts.

 

Check machine connections to tractor (hitch, hydraulic, and electrical).

 

Check machine and tractor operating controls.

 

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