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3.18
Header Controls
The Operator can control the header attached to the windrower by using the operator
’
s console and the switches on the
ground speed lever (GSL) handle.
NOTE:
Some features are only available when certain optional equipment is installed. Some controls may be installed but will be
nonfunctional for certain header models.
Refer to
for instructions on operating specific header models.
3.18.1
Header Drive Switch
The header drive switch engages and disengages the header drive.
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A
B
Figure 3.48: Header Drive Switch
To engage the header drive, pull up on collar (B) and push down
on switch (A).
To disengage the header drive, push the switch down.
IMPORTANT:
Always move the throttle lever back to the IDLE position before
engaging the header drive. Do
NOT
engage the header when the
engine is operating at any speed above idle.
3.18.2
Header Drive Reverse Button
The header drive reverse button allows the Operator to run the header in reverse. Typically, this is done to clear
obstructions which prevent the header from operating properly.
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A
B
Figure 3.49: Header Drive Switches
NOTE:
Reversing an auger header or a draper header equipped with a
conditioner requires the installation of a hydraulic reversing kit
on the windrower. Contact your MacDon Dealer for more
information.
•
To engage the header and run it in reverse, push and hold
REVERSER button (B), and engage the header by pushing
switch (A).
•
To disengage the header: Release REVERSER button (B)
NOTE:
To engage header so that it runs in the forward direction,
push switch (A) down and then up again.
