Operational Safety; Header Safety Props - MacDon D65 Operator's Manual

4.2 Operational Safety

CAUTION
Follow these safety precautions:
• Follow all safety and operational instructions
given in your operator's manuals. If you do not
have a windrower manual, get one from your
Dealer and read it thoroughly.
• Never attempt to start the engine or operate the
machine except from the windrower seat.
• Check the operation of all controls in a safe
clear area before starting work.
• Do NOT allow riders on the windrower.
CAUTION
• Never start or move the machine until you are
sure all bystanders have cleared the area.
• Avoid travelling over loose fill, rocks, ditches,
or holes.
• Drive slowly through gates and doorways.
• When working on inclines, travel uphill or
downhill when possible.
transmission in gear when travelling downhill.
• Never attempt to get on or off a moving
machine.
• Do NOT leave Operator's station while the
engine is running.
• Stop engine and remove key before adjusting or
removing plugged material from the machine. A
child or even a pet could engage the drive.
• Check for excessive vibration and unusual
noises. If there is any indication of trouble,
shut down and inspect the machine. Follow
proper shutdown procedure. Refer to Section
4.4 Shutdown Procedure, page
• Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.

4.2.1 Header Safety Props

The header safety props are located beneath the combine feeder house. When props are engaged, they do not
allow the feeder house and anything that attached to it to lower to the ground.
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