SAFETY
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PREPARE FOR OPERATION
Read and understand all operating instructions and
precautions in this manual before operating or servicing
the machine.
Make sure you know and understand the positions and
operations of all controls. Make certain all controls are in
neutral and the parking brake is applied before starting
the machine.
Make certain all people are well away from your area of
work before starting and operating the machine. Check
and learn all controls in an area clear of people and
obstacles before starting your work. Be aware of the
machine size and have enough space available to allow
for operation. Never operate the machine at high speeds
in crowded places.
Emphasize the importance of using correct procedures
when working around and operating the machine. Do not
let children or unqualified persons operate the machine.
Keep others, especially children, away from your area of
work. Do not permit others to ride on the machine.
Make sure the machine is in the proper operating
condition as stated in the Operator Manual. Make sure
the machine has the correct equipment required by local
regulations.
All equipment has a limit. Make sure you understand the
speed, brakes, steering, stability, and load characteristics
of this machine and the tractor before you start.
OPERATION
General Information
FIG. 5:
When parking, park the machine and the tractor
on a solid level surface. Put all controls in neutral, put the
tractor transmission in PARK, and apply the tractor
parking brake. Stop the tractor engine and take the key
with you.
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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 tractor and machine are in the proper
operating condition according to the operators manuals.
Make sure the tractor brakes and the machine brakes, if
equipped, are adjusted correctly.
The tractor must have enough weight and braking
capacity, especially when operating on roads and terrain
that is not even. Use a tractor of recommended size and
weight to tow the machine. See Specifications for the
minimum tractor size and weight.
Tractor must be equipped with rollover protective structure
(ROPS), and a seat belt. Use seat belt during operation.
Do not dismount from moving machinery.
Always operate the machine with the control console
turned on.
FIG. 5
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