MacDon D1X Series - Reel Safety Props; Engaging Reel Safety Props

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3.2.2 Reel Safety Props
The reel safety props are located on the reel support arms and prevent the reel from unexpectedly lowering.
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always stop the engine and
remove the key before leaving the operator’s seat, and always engage the safety props before going under the
machine for any reason.
IMPORTANT:
To prevent damage to the reel support arms, do NOT transport the header with the reel safety props engaged.
Engaging Reel Safety Props
Engage the reel safety props anytime you are going to work on or around a raised reel. When engaged, the reel safety
props prevent the reel from unexpectedly lowering.
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Figure 3.3: Engaged Reel Safety Prop – Left Shown
1. Raise the reel fully.
2. Move reel safety props (A) to the engaged position.
NOTE:
Keep pivot bolt (B) sufficiently tight that the prop remains
in the stored position when not in use, but can be engaged
using hand force.
3. Repeat the previous step on the opposite reel arm.
OPERATION