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3.15 Transporting Header
There are two ways to transport the header: attached to the front of the windrower, and towed behind a combine,
windrower, or agricultural tractor.
The towing option is only available for headers with the Slow Speed Transport option installed. For more information, refer
to
6.3.3 Stabilizer / Slow Speed Transport Wheels, page 249 .
3.15.1 Precautions for Transporting Header on a Windrower
Take the following precautions when transporting the header on a windrower.
WARNING
Do NOT drive the windrower 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 windrower 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 windrower 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 these lamps 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 the slow moving vehicle emblem and reflectors. Adjust the rear view mirror and
clean the 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. This provides maximum stability
if forward motion is stopped for any reason. Raise the header completely at the bottom of grade to avoid
contacting the ground.
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Travel speed should be such that complete control and machine stability are maintained at all times.
3.15.2 Towing Header
Headers with the optional Slow Speed Transport can be towed behind a properly configured MacDon windrower, a
properly configured combine, or an agricultural tractor.
Refer to the towing vehicle
’
s operator
’
s manual for instructions.
OPERATION