Driving On Road In Cab-Forward Mode - MacDon M1170 Operator's Manual

Driving on Road in Cab-Forward Mode

The M1170 Windrower is capable of being driven on the road in cab-forward mode, with or without a header attached, but
at a reduced speed, under restricted conditions, and only for models sold in North America.
WARNING
Windrowers sold outside of North America: Do NOT drive windrower on the road in cab-forward mode, as lighting/
reflector visibility will not be compliant with road regulations.
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 in 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.
WARNING
Do NOT drive windrower on a road or highway at night or in conditions that reduce visibility, such as fog or rain. The
width of the windrower may not be apparent under these conditions.
CAUTION
Check local laws for width regulations and lighting and marking requirements before transporting on roads.
Before driving windrower on a roadway:
1. Clean flashing amber lights, red tail lights, and head lights,
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.
4. Ensure header engage switch (A) is off (down position).
5. Ensure header (if attached) is fully raised and header lift
safety props are engaged.
6. If width of attached header impedes other vehicle traffic,
remove header and install a MacDon approved weight box.
Refer to Preparing Windrower to Tow a Header, page
214733
OPERATION
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Figure 4.50: Header Engage Switch
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