MacDon M105, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
7. Press switch (A) on cab display module (CDM) to
activate hazard lights.
Figure 4.29: CDM
8. Set ground speed range switch (A) to 2 for ROAD
speed. CDM will display ROAD GEAR at (B).
NOTE:
Windrower can be moving, but speed must be less than
5 mph (8 km/h) for road gear to engage.
9. Slowly push throttle (C) to full forward (operating
speed). CDM should display 2270–2330 rpm at (D).
10. Slowly move the ground speed lever (GSL) (E) forward
to desired speed which will be displayed at (F).
11. If towing a header, refer to
Towing Header with
Windrower, page 104
.
Figure 4.30: Operator Console
WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death from loss of control:
• Do NOT make abrupt changes in steering direction.
• Anticipate turns and steep slopes by slowing down well in advance.
• Do NOT rapidly accelerate or decelerate while turning.
When travelling on steep slopes:
• Move ground speed lever (GSL) closer to NEUTRAL to reduce speed.
• Lower header.
• Set GROUND SPEED RANGE switch to 1 - field speed.
With header removed, steering control is reduced if weight is not added to drive wheels. If you must drive
the windrower without header or MacDon weight system:
• Operate in 1 – field speed range.
• Do NOT exceed 1500 rpm engine speed.
• Avoid loose gravel and slopes.
• Do NOT tow a header.
• If control of machine is lost, immediately pull ground speed lever (GSL) to NEUTRAL.
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