MacDon M205 2012, Operator'S Manual

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6.3.8 TRANSPORTING
6.3.8.1 Driving On Road
The M205 Windrower is designed to be driven on
the road with the engine-forward to provide better
visibility for the Operator, and improved stability
for the machine. Refer to Section 6.3.6.3
Engine-forward Operation. The windrowers are
capable of being driven on the road in
cab-forward, but at a reduced speed and under
restricted conditions.
WARNING
Collision between windrower and other
vehicles may result in injury or death.
WARNING
When driving windrower on public roadways:

Obey all highway traffic regulations in your
area. Use pilot vehicles front and rear of
windrower if required by law.

Use slow moving vehicle emblem and
flashing warning lights unless prohibited
by law.

If width of attached header impedes other
vehicle traffic, remove header, and install a
MacDon approved weight box.
CAUTION
Check local laws for width regulations,
lighting, and marking requirements before
transporting on roads.
WARNING

Do not drive windrower on the road in the
cab-forward mode, unless the optional
lighting marking kit is installed, as
lighting/reflector visibility will not be
compliant with road regulations. See
Section 5.7.3.

Do not drive windrower on a road or
highway at night, or in conditions which
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 speed-range
control is in ROAD SPEED position. Avoid the
common tendency of new Operators to
over-steer.
a. Ensure HEADER DRIVE switch is pushed to OFF
position.
b. Before driving windrower on a roadway:
1. Clean flashing amber lamps, red tail lamp and
head lamps, and check that they work
properly.
2. Clean all reflective surfaces and slow moving
vehicle emblems.
3. Adjust interior rear view mirror, and clean
windows.
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HEADER DRIVE
ON-OFF