OPERATION
3.3 Cutterbar Doors
WARNING
Do NOT operate the machine without all the cutterbar
doors down or without curtains installed a nd in
good condition.
There are two doors (A) that provide access to the
cutterbar area.
Rubber outboard curtains (B) are attached to each front
corner, and an inboard curtain (C) is installed at the center
fixed cover location. Always keep these curtains down
when operating the mower conditioner.
IMPORTANT:
Replace curtains if they become worn or damaged.
Refer to 4.4.7 Curtains, page 151 or contact your Dealer
for replaceme nt instructions.
Figure 3.10: Cutterbar Doors and Curtains
3.3.1 Opening Cutterbar Doors
To open cutterbar doors on a mower conditioner with export latches, refer to 3.3.2 Opening Cutterbar Doors: Export
Latches , page 36.
1. Lift door (A) at front to move to open position.
NOTE:
Center mower conditioner beneath hitch to open
both doors.
Figure 3.11: LH Cutterbar Door Open
3.3.2 Opening Cutterbar Doors: Export Latches
Mower conditioners sold outside North America require a tool operated latch on the cutterbar doors. Follow
these steps to open cutterbar doors with export latches:
DANGER
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
from ignition before leaving operator ’s seat for any reason.
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