MacDon M2170NT Operator's Manual page 225

CAUTION
Park on a level surface with the ground speed lever (GSL) in the PARK position and the steering wheel in the locked
(centered) position. Wait for the HarvestTouch
brake is engaged.
1. Park the windrower on a level surface.
2. If the operator's seat is in the cab-forward position (facing
away from the engine), proceed to Step
If the operator's seat is facing the engine, swivel the
operator's seat to the cab-forward position as follows:
a. Place GSL (A) in PARK. The engine can be running.
IMPORTANT:
If the GSL is NOT in PARK, swivelling the operator's
station may damage the GSL cable.
b. Pull up on knob (B) and hold to release latch (C) at the
base of the steering column.
c. Turn the steering wheel counterclockwise to pivot the
operator's station clockwise 180° until the pin engages
the latch to secure the operator's station in the new
position.
3. Ensure the seat belt is fastened.
WARNING
Ensure that all bystanders have cleared the area.
4. Start the engine (if it is not already running). For instructions, refer to
5. Set the desired ground speed limit. For instructions, refer to
6. Slowly push throttle (A) to the full forward (operating
speed).
7. Move GSL (B) out of PARK and slowly forward to the
desired speed.
NOTE:
The transmission is most efficient with the engine at full
speed and the GSL fully forward. The windrower can be
equipped with an automatic steering system for use in the
field. An automated steering system is available as an
option and can be installed by a MacDon Dealer. The GSL
has been pre-wired at the factory with a switch. For more
information, refer to 7.2.1 Automated Steering Systems,
page 432.
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Display to beep and display a red P symbol to confirm that the parking
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Figure 5.31: Operator Station
Adjusting Ground Speed Limit, page
Figure 5.32: Console
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Starting Engine, page 193.
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