MacDon M205, Operator'S Manual

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3.18 Header Controls
All header controls are conveniently located on the operator
’
s console and on the ground speed lever (GSL)
handle.
NOTE:
Some controls are optional equipment and may not be present in your unit. Some controls may be installed but
nonfunctional for certain headers.
Refer to specific header sections in this manual for detailed operating procedures of all header controls.
3.18.1 Header Drive Switch
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A
B
Figure 3.57: Header Drive Switch
The HEADER DRIVE switch (A) engages and disengages
the header drive.
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 throttle lever back to IDLE before engaging
header drive. Do
NOT engage header with engine at
full rpm.
3.18.2 Header Drive Reverse Button
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A
B
Figure 3.58: Header Drive Switches
NOTE:
The hydraulic reversing kit must be installed on auger
headers. Rotary disc headers are factory-equipped with the
ability to reverse.
•
ENGAGE: Push and hold REVERSER button (B) and
engage header with switch (A)
•
DISENGAGE: Release REVERSER Button (B)
NOTE:
To engage forward operation, push switch (A) down and
then up again.
OPERATOR
’
S STATION