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• Shift high-low speed control to low range.
With header removed, steering control is reduced if weight
is not added to drive wheels. If you must drive the
windrower without header or MacDon weight system:
• Operate in low-speed range.
• Avoid slopes.
• Do not tow a header. If control of machine is lost,
immediately pull ground speed lever to neutral.
Figure 1.39: MD #166466
MD #166466
High pressure oil hazard
WARNING
• Do not go near leaks.
• High pressure oil easily punctures skin causing serious
injury, gangrene, or death.
• If injured, seek emergency medical help. Immediate
surgery is required to remove oil.
• Do not use finger or skin to check for leaks.
• Lower load or relieve hydraulic pressure before loosening
fittings.
Figure 1.40: MD #166843
MD #166843
Steering control
WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death from loss of control:
• Do not make abrupt changes in steering direction.
• Anticipate turns by slowing down well in advance.
• Do not rapidly accelerate or decelerate while turning.
• Limit speed to maximum 32 km/h (20 mph) when towing
a header. To ensure steering control, refer to operator’s
manual for adding weight to drive wheels.
SAFETY
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