Introduction - MacDon M2170 Operator's Manual

Introduction

This instruction manual contains information on the MacDon M2170 and M2260 Windrowers which when coupled with
one of MacDon's compatible draper headers, rotary disc headers, or auger headers, provides a package designed to cut
and lay a variety of crops into fluffy, uniform windrows.
Your machine
The M2170 Windrower is designed to power D2, D1X,and D1XL Series Draper Headers and A40DX Auger Headers; it can
also be equipped to power R113 and R216 Rotary Disc Headers.
The M2260 Windrower is designed to power R113 and R216 Rotary Disc Headers; it can also be equipped to power D2,
D1X,and D1XL Series Draper Headers and A40DX Auger Headers.
Your warranty
MacDon provides warranty for Customers who operate and maintain their equipment as described in this manual. A copy
of the MacDon Industries Limited Warranty Policy, which explains this warranty, should have been provided to you by your
Dealer. Damage resulting from any of the following conditions will void the warranty:
• Accident
• Misuse
• Abuse
• Improper maintenance or neglect
• Abnormal or extraordinary use of the machine
• Failure to use the machine, equipment, component, or part in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
Your manual
Carefully read all the material provided before attempting to use the machine.
Use this manual as your first source of information about the machine. If you follow the instructions provided, it will work
well for many years. Contact your Dealer if you need assistance, information, or additional copies of this manual.
When setting up the machine or making adjustments, review and follow the recommended machine settings in all relevant
MacDon publications. Failure to do so may compromise the machine function and machine life and may result in a
hazardous situation.
The following conventions are used in this document:
• The M2170 and M2260 Windrowers are Dual Direction
engine-forward modes. Right and left designations are therefore determined from the operator's position, facing the
direction of travel. This manual uses the terms "right cab-forward", "left cab-forward", "right engine-forward", and "left
engine-forward" when referencing specific locations on the machine.
• Unless otherwise noted, use the standard torque values provided in
document.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new Operators or Owners. A manual storage case is
located in the cab.
NOTE:
Keep your MacDon publications up-to-date. The most current version can be downloaded from our website
(www.macdon.com) or from our Dealer-only site (https://portal.macdon.com) (login required).
Contact your MacDon Dealer if you need assistance, information, or additional copies of this manual.
This manual is currently available in English only.
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