MacDon D65 SP DHOM - Manual (Page 46)

OPERATION
4.2 Operational Safety
CAUTION
Follow these safety precautions:
• Follow all safety and operational instructions given
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 windrower seat.
• Check the operation of all controls in a safe clear
area before starting work.
• Do NOT allow riders on the windrower.
Figure 4.1: No Riders
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
when possible. Be sure to keep transmission in
gear when travelling downhill.
• Never attempt to get on or off a moving machine.
• Do NOT leave Operator’s station while the engine
is running.
• Stop engine and remove key before adjusting or
removing plugged material from the machine. A
child or even a pet could engage the drive.
• Check for excessive vibration and unusual noises.
If there is any indication of trouble, shut down
and inspect the machine. Follow proper shutdown
procedure.
Refer to Section 4.4 Shutdown
Procedure, page 44 .
• Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
Figure 4.2: Bystander Safety
4.2.1 Header Safety Props
The header safety props are located on the header lift cylinders. The safety props prevent the lift cylinders
from inadvertently retracting and lowering the header.
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