Driving On Road In Cab-Forward Mode - MacDon M2170 Operator's Manual

WARNING
To prevent serious injury or death from loss of control:
• Do NOT make abrupt changes in steering direction.
• Anticipate turns and steep slopes by slowing down well in advance. Before making an abrupt turn, pull back on the
ground speed lever (GSL), as steering is more responsive at reduced speeds.
• Do NOT rapidly accelerate or decelerate while turning.
When traveling on steep slopes:
• Move the GSL closer to NEUTRAL to reduce the windrower's speed.
• Lower the header.
• If the ground speed is greater than or equal to 51 km/h (30 mph), the HarvestTouch
message (SLOW DOWN) with an audible alert. Move GSL closer to NEUTRAL to reduce the windrower's speed.
With the header removed, steering control is reduced if weight is not added to drive wheels. If you must drive the
windrower without the header or the MacDon weight system:
• Operate in the low speed range (max speed can be set on the HarvestTouch
• Do not allow the engine to exceed 1500 rpm.
• Avoid loose gravel and slopes.
• Do NOT tow a header.
• If control of machine is lost, immediately pull the GSL to NEUTRAL, turn the ignition to the OFF position, and
remove the key.

Driving on Road in Cab-Forward Mode

In cab-forward mode, the operator's station is facing away from the engine. M2 Series Windrowers are capable of being
driven on the road in cab-forward mode, with or without a header attached, but at a reduced speed, under restricted
conditions, and only for models built for use in North America.
WARNING
Windrowers sold outside of North America: Do NOT drive the windrower on the road in cab-forward mode, as the light
and reflectors to not comply with road regulations.
WARNING
A collision between the windrower and other vehicles may result in injury or death.
WARNING
When driving the windrower on public roadways:
• Obey all highway traffic regulations in your area. Arrange to have pilot vehicles in the front and the rear of the
windrower, if doing so is required by law.
• Display a slow-moving vehicle emblem and flashing warning lights, unless these actions are prohibited by law.
• If the width of the attached header impedes other vehicle traffic, remove the header and install a MacDon-
approved weight box on the windrower. This will allow the windrower to be driven safely on roadways without an
attached header.
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