Operational Safety; Header Safety Props; Reel Safety Props - MacDon D2 Series Operator's Manual

3.2 Operational Safety

Follow all the safety and operational instructions given in this manual.
CAUTION
Adhere to the following safety precautions:
• Follow all safety and operational instructions provided 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 operator's 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
whenever possible. Be sure to keep the transmission in gear
when travelling downhill.
• Never attempt to get on or off a moving machine.
• Do NOT leave the operator's station while the engine is
running.
• To avoid bodily injury or death from the unexpected startup
of a machine, always stop the engine and remove the key
before adjusting or removing plugged material from the machine.
• Check for excessive vibration and unusual noises. If there is any indication of trouble, shut down and inspect the
machine. Follow the proper shutdown procedure. For instructions, refer to
• Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.

3.2.1 Header Safety Props

The header safety props located on the header lift cylinders prevent the lift cylinders from unexpectedly retracting and
lowering the header. For operation instructions, refer to your windrower operator's manual.
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always stop the engine,
remove the key, and engage the safety props before going under the header for any reason.

3.2.2 Reel Safety Props

The reel safety props are located on the reel arms. When engaged, the reel safety props prevent the reel from falling
unexpectedly.
IMPORTANT:
To prevent damage to the reel support arms, do NOT transport the header with the reel safety props engaged.
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Figure 3.1: Bystander Safety
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