Header Drive; Engaging And Disengaging The Header - MacDon M2170NT Operator's Manual

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4. Disengage the header by pushing down on HEADER

ENGAGE switch (A).

5. Adjust the float setting for the selected deck position. For

instructions, refer to

Setting Float, page

6. Repeat the previous steps for the other deck positions.

5.4.3 Header Drive

All header drive controls are located on the operator's console and on the ground speed lever (GSL) handle.

Some controls are optional equipment and may not be present in your unit. Some controls may be installed, but will be

nonfunctional for certain headers.

The HEADER ENGAGE switch engages and disengages the header drive.

To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always stop the engine and

remove the key before leaving the operator's seat, and always engage the safety props before going under the

machine for any reason.

Ensure that all bystanders have cleared the area.

1. Start the engine.

2. To engage the header, push and hold HEADER ENGAGE

switch (A) down while pulling up on collar (B).

To disengage the header, push HEADER ENGAGE

switch (A) down.

Figure 5.105: Header Engage Switch

Figure 5.106: Header Engage Switch