Transporting; Towing Header With Windrower - MacDon M2170NT Operator's Manual

5.3.7 Transporting

The windrower can be driven from one location to another. If correctly equipped, the windrower can also tow a header.
The windrower should generally NOT be towed, however, as this can result in damage to the hydrostatic drives, though a
procedure for emergency towing is provided.

Towing Header with Windrower

The windrower can be used to tow a MacDon draper header that has a transport option installed.
IMPORTANT:
Ensure the optional weight box is installed on the windrower to transfer the windrower's weight to the lift arms. For
instructions, refer to Preparing Windrower to Tow a Header, page
WARNING
• A windrower without a header or a weight box must NOT
be used to tow headers due to reduced traction and
possible loss of control.
• When towing equipment which is not equipped with brakes,
do NOT exceed 32 km/h (20 mph).
CAUTION
• To tow a header with a windrower, the header must be
equipped with the appropriate equipment to comply with
local regulations.
• Before towing, verify that the signal lighting and safety
equipment is installed and functioning properly.
• Do NOT exceed the combined gross vehicle weight (CGVW)
specified in Table 5.3, page
• To prevent damage and loss of control, ensure the machine and the attached equipment are within the following
weight limits:
Table 5.3 Windrower Weight Specifications
Maximum GVW (includes
mounted implements)
Maximum CGVW (includes
towed and mounted implements)
Weight on
both drive
Maximum
wheels (A)
Weight on
both drive
Minimum
wheels (A)
Maximum weight on both caster
tires (B)
262171
OPERATION
218.
kg lb.
10,660 23,500
11,793 26,000
19,000
8618
10,070
4568
2744 6050
219.
Figure 5.55: Towing a Header
A
Figure 5.56: Maximum Weight
218
B
Revision A