MacDon M1240 - Driving Forward in Engine-Forward Mode

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1. Park the windrower on a level surface.
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Figure 4.38: Operator Station
2. If the operator’s seat is facing the engine, skip to Step 3,
page 133.
If the operator’s seat is in the cab-forward position, swivel
the operator’s seat to the engine-forward position as
follows:
a. Place ground speed lever (GSL) (A) in PARK. The engine
can be running.
IMPORTANT:
If the GSL is NOT in PARK, swivelling the operator's
station may damage the GSL cable.
b. Pull up on knob (B) and hold to release latch (C) at the
base of the steering column.
c. Turn the steering wheel counterclockwise to pivot the
operator’s station clockwise 180° until the pin engages
the latch to secure the operator’s station in the new
position.
3. Ensure the seat belt is fastened.
4. Start the engine (if not already running). For instructions, refer to Starting Engine, page 118.
5. Use the Harvest Performance Tracker (HPT) to adjust the maximum speed setting to 43 km/h (27 mph). For
instructions, refer to Adjusting Ground Speed Limit, page 128.
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Figure 4.39: Console
6. Slowly push throttle (A) to full forward (operating speed).
DANGER
Ensure that all bystanders have cleared the area.
7. Slowly move GSL (B) forward to the desired speed.
NOTE:
The transmission is most efficient with the engine at full
speed and the GSL fully forward.
CAUTION
Operate both steering wheel and ground speed lever slowly
while becoming familiar with the machine. Steering can be
sensitive; avoid the tendency of new Operators to overcorrect.
OPERATION