Harvesting Safety Tips

1. Always keep elevator swung to the rear of the harvester while waiting for the transport unit in the field.
2. Do not let engine idle for more than 5 minutes. See “Idling Engine” in the next block.
3. Always use caution when harvesting near trees, utility lines, and utility poles. Make sure both topper and elevator are clean.
4. Raise crop dividers when nearing the end of a row to avoid damaging the harvester.
5. Be careful when cutting in unfamiliar fields.
6. Always harvest with engine at full throttle.
7. Always check gauges periodically during the harvesting operation.
8. When clearing chokes from the harvester, always allow components to come to a complete stop before engaging the harvesting functions in the forward or reverse mode.
9. Always keep fire extinguisher filled and charged.
10. Always stop engine before cutting out vines and other chokes.