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3.14
Transport
There are two ways to transport the header: attached to a combine and towed behind a combine or an agricultural tractor.
For more information, refer to
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3.14.1 Transporting Header on Combine, page 243
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3.14.1
Transporting Header on Combine
In conditions with good visibility, you can transport the header while it is attached to a combine.
WARNING
Do NOT drive the combine with the header attached on a road or highway at night, or in conditions which reduce
visibility, such as fog or rain. The width of the header may not be apparent under these conditions.
CAUTION
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Check local laws for width regulations and lighting or marking requirements before transporting on roads.
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Follow all recommended procedures in your combine operator
’
s manual for transporting, towing, etc.
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Disengage the header drive clutch when travelling to and from the field.
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Before driving on a roadway, be sure flashing amber lamps, red tail lamps, and head lamps are clean and working
properly. Pivot amber lamps for best visibility by approaching traffic. Always use lamps when travelling on roads to
provide adequate warning to other vehicles.
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Do NOT use field lamps on roads
—
they may confuse other drivers.
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Before driving on a roadway, clean slow moving vehicle signs and reflectors, adjust rear view mirrors, and clean
windows.
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Lower the reel fully and raise the header unless transporting in hills.
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Maintain adequate visibility and be alert for roadside obstructions, oncoming traffic, and bridges.
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When travelling downhill, reduce speed and keep the header at a minimum height to provide maximum stability if
forward momentum is stopped for any reason. Raise the header completely at the bottom of the grade to avoid
contacting the ground.
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Travel at safe speeds to ensure complete machine control and stability at all times.
3.14.2
Towing
Headers with the EasyMove
™
Transport option can be towed behind a combine or an agricultural tractor at a maximum
speed of 32 km/h (20 mph).
For instructions, refer to the towing vehicle
’
s operator
’
s manual.
