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WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death from loss of control:
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Do NOT make abrupt changes in steering direction.
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Anticipate turns and steep slopes by slowing down well in advance. Before making an abrupt turn, pull back on the
ground speed lever (GSL) as steering is more responsive at reduced speeds.
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Do NOT rapidly accelerate or decelerate while turning.
When traveling on steep slopes:
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Move the GSL closer to NEUTRAL to reduce speed.
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Lower the header.
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If the ground speed is greater than or equal to 51 km/h (30 mph), the HPT will display a warning message (SLOW
DOWN) with an audible alert. Move GSL closer to NEUTRAL to reduce speed.
With the 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:
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Operate in low speed range. (Max speed can be set on the HPT).
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Do not exceed 1500 rpm engine speed.
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Avoid loose gravel and slopes.
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Do NOT tow a header.
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If control of machine is lost, immediately pull the GSL to NEUTRAL, and turn key off.
Driving on Road in Cab-Forward Mode
The M1170
NT5
Windrower is capable of being driven on the road in cab-forward mode, with or without a header attached,
but at a reduced speed, under restricted conditions, and only for models sold in North America.
WARNING
Windrowers sold outside of North America: Do NOT drive windrower on the road in cab-forward mode, as lighting/
reflector visibility will not be compliant with road regulations.
WARNING
A collision between the windrower and other vehicles may result in injury or death.
WARNING
When driving the windrower on public roadways:
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Obey all highway traffic regulations in your area. Arrange to have pilot vehicles in the front and the rear of the
windrower, if doing so is required by law.
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Display a slow-moving vehicle emblem and flashing warning lights, unless these actions are prohibited by law.
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If the width of the attached header impedes other vehicle traffic, remove the header and install a MacDon-
approved weight box on the windrower. This will allow the windrower to be driven safely on roadways without an
attached header.
WARNING
Do NOT drive the 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.