MacDon 9250, Operator'S Manual

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Form # 46584 Issue 11/06 Web Rev_01A
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OPERATION
Transporting the Windrower
WARNING: Do not drive windrower
on a road or highway at night, or in
conditions which reduce visibility,
such as fog or rain. The width of
the windrower may not be apparent under
these conditions.
WARNING: Avoid driving the
tractor with header removed.
Removing header decreases the
weight on drive wheels, reducing
steering control. If necessary to drive tractor
with header removed, use transmission low
speed range, do not exceed half maximum
engine speed and avoid loose gravel and
slopes.
WARNING: Harvest Header with
Transport Option:
This windrower tractor may be used to tow
21’ & 25’ harvest headers when a MacDon
approved towing package and weight box
are used.
Do not use this windrower tractor to tow 30’,
36’ or 39’ harvest headers. Instead, refer to
the 30/36/39’ header manuals for instructions
on towing these headers.
CAUTION:
1. Check local laws for width
regulations and lighting or marking
requirements before transporting
on roads.
2.
Move header drive switch (A) to off
position.
WARNING: To avoid possible loss
of control, set ground speed lever
to not more than half maximum
forward speed before changing
speed-range switch position.
3.
For road speeds, move speed-range
switch (C) to road (high) position.
Remember steering is more sensitive in
this speed range.
4. Before driving windrower on a roadway,
be sure flashing amber lamps, red tail
lamp and head lamps are clean and work
properly. Turn light switch (B) to ROAD
position to activate these lamps. Always
use these lamps on roads to provide
warning to other vehicles.
5. Do not use field lamps on roads, other
drivers may be confused by them.
6. Before driving windrower on roadway,
clean all reflective surfaces and slow
moving vehicle emblem at rear of
machine. Adjust rear view mirror and
clean windows.
7. Transport windrower with header fully
raised and reel fully lowered. Maintain
adequate visibility and be aware of
roadside obstructions, oncoming traffic
and bridges.
8. When travelling down hill, reduce speed
and keep header at a minimum height.
This provides maximum stability if
forward motion is stopped for any reason.
Raise header completely at bottom of
grade to avoid contacting ground.
9.
Travel speed should be such that
complete control and machine stability
are maintained at all times.
10. Stop, look and listen before entering a
roadway. Stay on correct side of the road
and pull over if possible to let faster
traffic pass. Slow down and signal as you
turn off.
A
C
HEADER DRIVE SWITCH OFF &
SPEED-RANGE SWITCH TO HIGH
LIGHT SWITCH TO "ROAD" POSITION