Locking And Unlocking Swath Compressor - MacDon M2170NT Operator's Manual

Display functions
• As the swath compressor moves up or down, target
value (A) changes, windrower with swath compressor
icon (B) flashes.
• Windrower icon (B) is solid when the target height is
achieved.
• Value (A) is 0 when the swath compressor fully raised.
• Icon (B) is not visible and automation is disabled without a
header attached. Swath compressor height can still be
adjusted.
Swath compressor automated functions: header engaged
• The swath compressor lowers to target height at a ground speed higher than 2.5 km/h (1.6 mph).
• The swath compressor fully rises as the ground speed transitions through 1.6 km/h (1 mph) during deceleration.
• The swath compressor fully rises when the header is disengaged at a ground speed higher than 1.6 km/h (1 mph).
• An IMPORTANT message to raise the swath compressor appears on the HarvestTouch
when the GSL is moved out of PARK in engine-forward mode if the swath compressor is not fully raised.
Engage the swath compressor lock when the swath compressor is not in use, or when the windrower is in engine-forward
mode. For instructions, refer to

Locking and Unlocking Swath Compressor

The swath compressor lock is located on the left cab-forward side of the swath compressor frame. When engaged, the lock
prevents the compressor shield from lowering.
1. Turn lock handle (A) clockwise to engage the swath
compressor lock under the following conditions:
• Swath compressor is not in use
• Windrower is being serviced
• Windrower is in engine-forward mode
2. Turn handle (A) counterclockwise to disengage the lock
before operating the swath compressor.
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Figure 5.154: HarvestTouch
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Figure 5.155: Swath Compressor Lock
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Display accompanied by a tone
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