MacDon M105, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
WARNING
Do NOT drive windrower on a road or highway at night, or in conditions that reduce visibility, such as fog
or rain. The width of the windrower may not be apparent under these conditions.
CAUTION
Operate both steering wheel and ground speed lever slowly for familiarization. Remember that steering is
more sensitive when ground speed-range control switch is set to ROAD position - 2. Avoid the common
tendency of new Operators to oversteer.
CAUTION
Check local laws for width regulations and lighting and marking requirements before transporting on roads.
Before driving windrower on a roadway:
1. Ensure HEADER DRIVE switch (A) is pushed to OFF
position (down).
2. Clean fl ashing amber lamps, red tail lamp and head
lamps, and check that they work properly.
3. Clean all re fl ective surfaces and slow moving
vehicle emblems.
4. Adjust interior rear view mirror and clean windows.
Figure 4.27: Header Drive Switch
5. Push LIGHT switch (A) to ROAD position to activate
lamps. Always use these lamps on roads to provide
warning to other vehicles.
a. Use HIGH / LOW LIGHTS (B) as required when
other vehicles are approaching.
b. Do
NOT
use FIELD lamps on roads, other drivers
may be confused by them.
6. Push BEACON switch (C) ON to activate beacons .
Figure 4.28: Light Switches
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