Reel Safety Props; Engaging Reel Safety Props - MacDon FlexDraper FD1 Series Operator's Manual

3.2.2 Reel Safety Props

The reel safety props, located on the reel support arms, prevent the reel from unexpectedly lowering.
WARNING
To avoid bodily injury from fall of raised reel, always engage reel safety props before going under raised
reel for any reason.
IMPORTANT:
To prevent damage to the reel support arms, do NOT transport the header with the reel safety props engaged.

Engaging Reel Safety Props

1. Raise reel to maximum height.
2. Move reel safety props (A) to engaged position
(as shown).
NOTE:
Keep pivot bolt (B) sufficiently tight so prop remains in
stored position when not in use, but can be engaged
using hand force.
3. Repeat on right reel arm.
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Figure 3.3: Reel Safety Prop – Left Side
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