SAFETY
MD #166457
General hazard pertaining to machine operation
and servicing
CAUTION
To avoid injury or death from improper or unsafe
machine operation:
• Read the operator’s manual and follow all safety
instructions. If you do not have a manual, obtain one
from your Dealer.
• Do not allow untrained persons to operate the machine.
• Review safety instructions with all Operators every year.
• Ensure that all safety signs are installed and legible.
• Make certain everyone is clear of machine before
starting engine and during operation.
• Keep riders off the machine.
• Keep all shields in place and stay clear of moving parts.
• Disengage header drive, put transmission in Neutral
and wait for all move ment to stop before leav ing
operator’s position.
• Shut off the engine and remove the key from ignition
before servic ing, ad justing, lubricating, cleaning, or
unplugging machine.
• Engage locks to prevent lowering of header or reel
before servicing in the raised position.
• Use s low moving vehicle emblem and flashing warning
lights when operating on roadways unless prohibited
by law.
Run-over hazard
WARNING
• Machine will move if steering wheel is turned while
engine is running.
• Steering response is opposite to what is normally
expected when backing up. Turn bottom of steering
wheel in direction you want to go.
• Always move ground speed lever to slow end of range
before shifting high-low speed control.
• Stop the engine and remove the key from ignition before
servicing, adjusting, lubricating, cleaning, or unplugging
the machine.
Figure 1.36: MD #166457
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