MacDon M100 SP Operators Manual - Manual (Page 60)

OPERATOR’S STATION
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Rev. C
6.3.8 Transporting
6.3.8.1 Driving On Road
WARNING
Collision between windrower and other
vehicles may result in injury or death.
WARNING
When driving windrower on public roadways:
• Obey all highway traffic regulations in
your area. Use pilot vehicles front and
rear of windrower if required by law.
• Use slow moving vehicle emblem and
flashing warning lights unless prohibited
by law.
• If width of attached header impedes other
vehicle traffic, remove header and install
a MacDon approved weight box.
CAUTION
Check local laws for width regulations and
lighting and marking requirements before
transporting on roads.
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.
CAUTION
Operate both steering wheel and ground
speed lever slowly for familiarization.
Remember that steering is more sensitive
when speed-range control is in Road Speed
Position. Avoid the common tendency of
new operators to over-steer.
a. Ensure HEADER DRIVE switch is pushed to off
position.
b. Before driving windrower on a roadway:
1. Clean flashing amber lamps, red tail lamp
and head lamps and check that they work
properly.
2. Clean all reflective surfaces and slow
moving vehicle emblems.
3. Adjust interior rear view mirror and clean
windows.
c. Push LIGHT switch to ROAD position to activate
lamps. .
WARNING
Always use these lamps on roads to provide
warning to other vehicles. Do not use field
lamps on roads, other drivers may be
confused by them.
d. Push BEACON switch to on to activate beacons
(North America optional).
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HEADER DRIVE
ENGAGE – Pull Up
DISENGAGE – Push Down