MacDon R85 Rotary Disc 16 Foot Self-Propelled Windrower Headers - Manual (Page 31)

5 Operation
5.1 Owner/Operator Responsibilities
CAUTION
• It is your responsibility to read and understand this manual completely before operating the header.
Contact your MacDon Dealer if an instruction is not clear to you.
• Follow all safety messages in the manual and on safety decals on the machine.
• Remember that YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices protect you and the people
around you.
• Before allowing anyone to operate the header, for however short a time or distance, make sure they
have been instructed in its safe and proper use.
• Review the manual and all safety related items with all Operators annually.
• Be alert for other Operators not using recommended procedures or not following safety precautions.
Correct these mistakes immediately before an accident occurs.
• Do NOT modify the machine. Unauthorized modifications may impair the function and/or safety and
affect machine life.
• The safety information given in this manual does not replace safety codes, insurance needs, or laws
governing your area. Be sure your machine meets the standards set by these regulations.
• Ensure that the windrower is properly equipped to safely operate the header. This may include
adding ballast according to windrower operator’s manual requirements for attachments of this size
and mass.
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