1.3 Operation
1.3.1 Prepare for operation
Read and understand the operating instructions and precautions in this manual before you operate or do
servicing on the machine.
Make sure that you know and understand the positions and operations of all controls. Make sure that all
controls are in neutral and the parking brake is applied before you start the machine.
WARNING:
If the engine is running and the parking brake is not applied, the machine will turn if the
steering wheel is moved when the travel control lever is in neutral.
Make sure that all persons are a sufficient distance from your area of work before you start or operate the
machine. Do checks on the controls and learn all controls in an area clear of persons and objects before
you start work with the machine. Know the dimensions of the machine and have sufficient space available
for operation. Do not operate the machine at high speeds around persons, buildings, other equipment, etc.
Always use correct procedures when you do tasks around and operate the machine. Do not let children or
persons who do not know how to operate the machine operate the machine. Keep other persons away
from your area of work. Do not let other persons ride on the machine.
Make sure that the machine is in the good mechanical condition. Make sure that the machine has the
correct equipment as necessary by local regulations.
All equipment has a limit. Make sure you understand the speed, brakes, steering, stability, and load
characteristics of this equipment before you start.
1.3.2 General information
When parking, park the machine on a solid level
surface and lower the header to the ground. Put all
controls in neutral, and apply the parking brake.
Stop the tractor engine and take the key with you.
WARNING:
Do not leave the machine unattended
with the header raised. Lower the
header fully before leaving the
machine. A sudden loss of hydraulic
pressure can cause the header to
drop without warning.
Make sure the machine is in the proper operating
condition according to the Operator Manual.
Always operate the machine with the control
console turned on.
Do not dismount from moving machinery.
Stay off slopes too steep for operation.
Be aware of the size of the machine and have
enough space available to allow for operation.
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Stay off slopes too steep for operation. Keep the header as low as possible while going down hills. Never
suddenly reverse the wheels to stop or back up.
Where possible avoid operating the machine near ditches, embankments, and holes. Reduce ground
speed when operating on rough, slippery, or muddy surfaces and when turning or crossing slopes.
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