Prestarting Checklist

Perform the following procedures before operating the cutter:

  • Gear Case

    □ Check oil level. (See EVERY 10 HOURS OR DAILY in Lubrication and Maintenance section.)

    □ Check hardware torque. (See EVERY 50 HOURS in Lubrication and Maintenance section.)

    □ Remove any material wound on gear case shafts.

    □ Check oil seals for leakage.

  • Blades and Blade Holder

    □ Inspect blades for wear or damage. (See CHECKING BLADE WEAR in Service section.)

    □ Check blade hardware torque. (See REPLACING BLADES in Service section.)

    □ Check blade holder hardware torque. (See EVERY 50 HOURS in Lubrication and Maintenance section.)

  • Tailwheel

    □ Tighten tailwheel nuts. (See EVERY 30 HOURS in Lubrication and Maintenance section.)

  • Hitch Pins

    □ Check torque on hitch pin lock nuts. (See AS REQUIRED in Lubrication and Maintenance section.)

  • Driveline Shield

    □ Check if driveline shield spins freely. (See AS REQUIRED in Lubrication and Maintenance section.)

  • Lubricating the Cutter

    □ Lubricate cutter and drivelines. (See Lubrication and Maintenance section.)

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