Macdon 9250 SP User Manual download pdf (Page 53)

Form # 46584 Issue 11/06 Web Rev_01A

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OPERATION

Transporting the Windrower

WARNING: 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.

WARNING: Avoid driving the

tractor with header removed.

Removing header decreases the

weight on drive wheels, reducing

steering control. If necessary to drive tractor

with header removed, use transmission low

speed range, do not exceed half maximum

engine speed and avoid loose gravel and

slopes.

WARNING: Harvest Header with

Transport Option:

This windrower tractor may be used to tow

21’ & 25’ harvest headers when a MacDon

approved towing package and weight box

are used.

Do not use this windrower tractor to tow 30’,

36’ or 39’ harvest headers. Instead, refer to

the 30/36/39’ header manuals for instructions

on towing these headers.

CAUTION:

1. Check local laws for width

regulations and lighting or marking

requirements before transporting

on roads.

2. Move header drive switch (A) to off

position.

WARNING: To avoid possible loss

of control, set ground speed lever

to not more than half maximum

forward speed before changing

speed-range switch position.

3. For road speeds, move speed-range

switch (C) to road (high) position.

Remember steering is more sensitive in

this speed range.

4. Before driving windrower on a roadway,

be sure flashing amber lamps, red tail

lamp and head lamps are clean and work

properly. Turn light switch (B) to ROAD

position to activate these lamps. Always

use these lamps on roads to provide

warning to other vehicles.

5. Do not use field lamps on roads, other

drivers may be confused by them.

6. Before driving windrower on roadway,

clean all reflective surfaces and slow

moving vehicle emblem at rear of

machine. Adjust rear view mirror and

clean windows.

7. Transport windrower with header fully

raised and reel fully lowered. Maintain

adequate visibility and be aware of

roadside obstructions, oncoming traffic

and bridges.

8. When travelling down hill, reduce speed

and keep header at a minimum height.

This provides maximum stability if

forward motion is stopped for any reason.

Raise header completely at bottom of

grade to avoid contacting ground.

9. Travel speed should be such that

complete control and machine stability

are maintained at all times.

10. Stop, look and listen before entering a

roadway. Stay on correct side of the road

and pull over if possible to let faster

traffic pass. Slow down and signal as you

turn off.

A

C

HEADER DRIVE SWITCH OFF &

SPEED-RANGE SWITCH TO HIGH

LIGHT SWITCH TO "ROAD" POSITION

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