Transporting Mower Conditioner; Self-Propelled; Pull-Type - Towing; Transporting With A Tractor - MacDon A30-S Operator's Manual

6.8 TRANSPORTING MOWER
CONDITIONER
6.8.1

Self-Propelled

Refer to M100, or M150 & M200 Self-Propelled
Windrower Operator's Manuals for transporting
headers when attached to the M100, M150 and
M200 Windrower tractors.
6.8.2

Pull-Type - Towing

The A Series Pull-Type Mower Conditioners can
be transported on public roads by towing with a
tractor or a truck.
Transporting With
Transporting With A Truck.
CAUTION
Be aware of
•
oncoming traffic and bridges.
Travel speed
•
complete control and machine stability
are maintained at all times. Do not
exceed 20 mph (32 km/h). Reduce speed
for corners and slippery conditions.
When transporting on roads, use tractor
•
lights and mower conditioner flashing
amber and red tail-lights to provide
adequate warning to operators of other
vehicles.
Do not transport the mower conditioner
•
on a road or highway at night, or in
conditions, which reduce visibility, such
as fog or rain.
6.8.2.1

Transporting With A Tractor

If the windrower is in transport mode, proceed
as follows. Otherwise, see 6.8.2.3 Preparing
Windrower for Transport.
a. Hook-up mower conditioner to tractor. See 6.4
Mower Conditioner/Tractor Hook-up, for details
on attaching the mower conditioner to the
tractor.
Form # 169000
OPERATION
Proceed to 6.8.2.1
A Tractor, or 6.8.2.2
roadside obstructions,
should be such that
The hydraulic hoses do not need to be
attached to the tractor for towing. Ensure
they are securely stored on the APT.
B
The PTO does not need to be attached for
towing purposes. If not attached, lower
hook (A), store driveline on hook, and
remove forward half (B) of driveline. Store
forward half in cab for transport.
b. Ensure that APT safety chain is properly
attached to towing vehicle. Provide only enough
slack in chain to permit turning.
c. Check local laws for width regulations and
lighting or
transporting on roads.
d. Do not exceed 20 mph (32 km/h).
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NOTE
marking requirements
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Model Year - 2009
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