MacDon 963 Harvest Header - Manual (Page 16)

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HEADER OPERATION
OPERATE CORRECTLY
CAUTION:
1. Follow all safety and operational
instructions given in your Operator's
Manuals. If you do not have a windrower
tractor and/or combine manual, get one
from your dealer and read it thoroughly.
2. Never attempt to start the engine or
operate the machine except from the
operator's seat.
3. Check the operation of all controls in a
safe clear area before starting work.
4. Do not allow riders on windrower or
combine.
5. Never start or move the machine until you
are sure all bystanders have cleared the
area.
6. Avoid travelling over loose fill, rocks,
ditches or holes.
7. Drive slowly through gates and doorways.
8. When working on inclines, travel uphill or
downhill when possible. Be sure to keep
transmission in gear when travelling
downhill.
9. Never attempt to get on or off a moving
machine.
10. Do not leave the operator's station while
the engine is running.
11. Stop engine and remove key before
adjusting or removing plugged material
from the machine. A child or even a pet
could engage the drive.
12. Check for excessive vibration and unusual
noises. If there is any indication of trouble,
shut-down and inspect the machine.
Follow proper shutdown procedure:
- engage brake
- disengage header drive
- turn off engine and remove key
- wait for all movement to stop
- dismount and engage cylinder stops
before inspecting raised machine.
13. Operate only in daylight or good artificial
light.
CLEAR THE AREA BEFORE OPERATING
DO NOT ALLOW RIDERS