MacDon M1170 - Driving Forward in Cab-Forward Mode

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Driving Forward in Cab-Forward Mode
CAUTION
Operate both steering wheel and ground speed lever slowly for familiarization. Avoid the common tendency of new
Operators to oversteer.
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Figure 4.29: Cab-Forward Mode
In cab-forward mode, the operator’s station is facing away from
the engine. If necessary, swivel operator’s seat to cab-forward
position as follows:
WARNING
Do NOT drive windrower on road in cab-forward configuration
unless it is equipped with the proper lighting and markings for
cab-forward road travel.
WARNING
Windrowers sold outside of North America: Do NOT drive
windrower on the road in cab-forward mode, as lighting/
reflector visibility will not be compliant with road regulations.
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Figure 4.30: Operator Station
1. Place ground speed lever (GSL) (A) in PARK. Engine can be
running.
IMPORTANT:
If GSL is NOT in PARK, damage to the GSL cable may result
when swivelling operator’s station.
2. Pull up on knob (B) and hold to release latch (C) at base of
steering column.
3. Turn steering wheel counterclockwise to pivot operator’s
station clockwise 180° until pin engages latch to secure
operator’s station in new position.
4. Ensure seat belt is fastened.
5. Start engine if not running. Refer to Starting the Engine,
page 115.
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Figure 4.31: Operator Console
6. Set the desired ground speed limit. Refer to Adjusting
Ground Speed Limit, page 125 .
CAUTION
Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area.
7. Slowly push throttle (A) to full forward (operating speed).
8. Move the GSL (B) out of PARK and slowly forward to
desired speed.
OPERATION