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3.2.2
Reel Safety Props
The reel safety props are located on the reel support arms and prevent the reel from falling unexpectedly.
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always stop the engine and
remove the key before leaving the operator
’
s seat, and always engage the safety props before going under the
machine for any reason.
IMPORTANT:
To prevent damage to the reel support arms, do
NOT
transport the header whilen the reel safety props are engaged.
Engaging Reel Safety Props
Engage the reel safety props anytime you need to work around a raised reel. When engaged the reel safety props prevent
the reel from unexpectedly lowering.
Outer reel arms
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A
B
Figure 3.3: Outer Right Arm
1.
Raise reel to the maximum height.
2.
Lift up on safety prop (A) and push forward to remove prop
from hook (B).
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Figure 3.4: Engaged Reel Safety Prop
–
Outer
Right Arm
3.
Lower safety prop (A) and engage it on the cylinder shaft as
shown. Repeat on the opposite arm.
