MacDon 4000 Mower Conditioner - Manual (Page 36)

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OPERATION
SHUT-DOWN PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Before leaving the tractor seat for any reason:
1. Park on level ground if possible.
2. Lower the mower conditioner fully.
3. Place all controls in NEUTRAL or PARK.
4. Disengage PTO.
5. Engage the park brake.
6. Stop engine and remove key from ignition.
7. Wait for all movement to stop.
8. Lock tractor anti-vandalism covers and closures when leaving the machine unattended.
TRANSPORTING THE MOWER CONDITIONER
CAUTION: Use correct transport procedure as detailed:
1. Shift hitch into transport position and close hydraulic valve at shift cylinder. See "Positioning the
Hitch" in this section.
2. Raise the mower conditioner fully and engage lift cylinder stop. See "Lift Cylinder Stop" in this
section.
3. Do not tow with a vehicle weighing less than 5000 lbs. (2300 kg).
4. Be sure hitch chain is properly attached to towing vehicle. Provide only enough slack in chain to
permit turning. See "Attaching Mower Conditioner to Tractor" in this section.
5. Be sure driveline is properly attached to tractor PTO. See "Attaching Mower Conditioner to
Tractor" in this section. If transporting with a truck, remove the front half of the driveline and store
the rear half in the driveline support.
6. Check local laws for width regulations and lighting or marking requirements before transporting
on roads.
7. Keep Slow Moving Vehicle emblem, reflectors and lights clean and visible.
8. Be aware of roadside obstructions, oncoming traffic and bridges.
9. Travel speed should be such that complete control and machine stability are maintained at all
times. Do not exceed 20 mph (30 km/h). Reduce speed for corners and slippery conditions.
10. When transporting on roads, use tractor lights and Mower Conditioner’s flashing amber and red
tail lights to provide adequate warning to operators of other vehicles.
11. Do not transport the mower conditioner on a road or highway at night, or in conditions which
reduce visibility, such as fog or rain.