Header Controls; Header Engage Switch; Header Drive Reverse Button - MacDon M2170 Operator's Manual

3.16 Header Controls

All header controls are located on the operator's console and on the ground speed lever (GSL) handle.
NOTE:
Some controls are optional equipment and may not be present in your unit. Some controls may be installed, but may not
be functional for certain headers.
Refer to the relevant header sections in this manual for detailed operating procedures.

3.16.1 Header Engage Switch

The header engage switch engages and disengages the header drive.
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.
NOTE:
Although not required, it is good practice to move the throttle
lever back to IDLE before engaging the header drive.

3.16.2 Header Drive Reverse Button

The header drive reverse button allows certain functions on various headers to operate in reverse.
NOTE:
Rotary Disc Headers do NOT have any reverse capability.
NOTE:
The following header systems have reverse capability:
• D2 Series Draper Headers: knife
• D1XL Series Draper Headers: knife
• D1X Series Draper Headers: knife
• A40DX Auger Headers: knife, conditioner, auger and reel
• A40DX GSS Auger Headers: knife, auger and reel
Reverse header systems as follows:
• Engage: Push and hold reverser button (B) and engage
header with switch (A).
• Disengage: Release reverser button (B).
NOTE:
To re-engage in forward operation, push switch (A) down
and then up again.
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Figure 3.57: Header Engage Switch
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Figure 3.58: Header Drive Controls
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