MacDon M205 Operators Manual - Manual (Page 42)

SAFETY
15. MD #166465
a. Loss of control hazard
b. WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death from loss of control:
• Do not make abrupt changes in
steering direction
• Anticipate turns by slowing down well in
advance
• Do not rapidly accelerate or decelerate
while turning
• Limit speed to maximum 20 mph (32 km/h)
when towing a header. To ensure steering
control refer to operator’s manual for adding
weight to drive wheels
When travelling on steep slopes:
• Reduce speed and lower header
• Move ground speed lever to slow end of range
• Shift high-low speed control to low range
With header removed, steering control is reduced
if weight is not added to drive wheels. If you must
drive the windrower without header or MacDon
weight system:
• Operate in low speed range
• Avoid slopes
• Do not tow a header IF CONTROL OF
MACHINE IS LOST, IMMEDIATELY PULL
GROUND SPEED LEVER TO NEUTRAL
.
Figure 1.38: MD #166465
16. MD #166466
a. High pressure oil hazard
b. WARNING
Do not go near leaks.
• High pressure oil easily punctures skin causing
serious injury, gangrene, or death.
• If injured, seek emergency medical help.
Immediate surgery is required to remove oil.
• Do not use finger or skin to check for leaks.
• Lower load or relieve hydraulic pressure before
loosening fittings.
Figure 1.39: MD #166466
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