Reversing Header - MacDon M2170 Operator's Manual

1. Start the engine.
2. 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.

Reversing Header

The header can be reversed using the header drive controls located on the operator's console.
NOTE:
R113 and R216 Rotary Disc Headers do NOT have a reverse capability.
When reversing the header, the following functions will operate in reverse:
• D1XL Series: knife
• D1X Series: knife
• D2SP Series: knife
• A40DX: knife, conditioner, auger, and reel
• A40DX GSS: knife, auger, and reel
Reverse the header as follows:
1. Press and hold HEADER DRIVE REVERSE button (A).
2. Press and hold HEADER ENGAGE switch (B). Pull up on
collar (C), until switch (B) is in the ENGAGED position.
3. When you are ready to return to forward operation, release
HEADER DRIVE REVERSE button (A) to stop the header.
4. Push down HEADER ENGAGE switch (B) to the OFF position.
The header can now be re-engaged. For instructions, refer
to Engaging and Disengaging the Header, page
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OPERATION
Figure 4.388: Header Engage Switch
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Figure 4.389: Header Drive Controls
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B
B
C
Revision A