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SPC 20 OPERATOR’S MANUAL
F-4 STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION
NOTICE:
Avoid securing machine at points, which could cause damage during transport.
Attach chains to tie downs only. Do not attach chains to the header; this will cause
damage to the header pivot point.
Reverse above procedure to unload machine.
TOWING
On occasion it may be necessary to tow the combine. In these situations it is important not to
damage the hydrostatic ground drive motors.
2 WHEEL DRIVE MACHINES:
WARNING!
2-wheel drive machines will be in neutral with no brakes. Chuck wheels before
proceeding with procedure.
To disengage drive motors on the front wheels of the machine follow the procedure below.
1. Unbolt cover (2 - 5/16” bolts) from hub on the front wheels.
2. Remove cover (small round cap in center of wheel).
3. Flip hub cover over.
4. Replace and tighten bolts.
5. Repeat on other wheel.
4 WHEEL DRIVE MACHINES (REAR WHEEL ASSIST):
NOTICE!
Never tow rear wheel assist machine faster than 1-2 mph or damage to machine will occur
NOTICE!
Never tow rear wheel assist machine farther than 100 ft or damage to machine will occur
Remove cover from hub and reverse as in 2-wheel drive machines. This will leave the front wheels
in a neutral or disengaged position. The rear wheels will still be engaged. The machine will be able
to be towed, but can damage the drive motors if the machine is towed at a high rate of speed or for a
significant distance.
STORING THE COMBINE
Storage is required to protect your combine and extend the machine life when not in use. The
following procedures will help you prepare the combine for storage.
ELECTRONICS
- Remove Seed Spector, printer, Psion, and/or all other electronic devices. Store in an
environmentally controlled surrounding.
- Cover electrical ends with a plastic bag to prevent corrosion.