Prestarting Checklist

Perform the following procedures before operating the cutter:

• Gear Cases
  • Check oil levels. (See EVERY 8 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 INSPECTING BLADES in Service section.)
  • Check blade hardware torque. (See REPLACING BLADES in the Service section.)
  • Check blade holder hardware torque. (See EVERY 50 HOURS in Lubrication and Maintenance section.)
• Tailwheel
  • Tighten tailwheel nuts. (See EVERY 24 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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