Driving Machine on Roads

  1. IMPORTANT:

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    A - Lever

    Verify grain tank is unloaded before transporting machine on road.

    Empty grain tank and swing unloading auger to storage position.


  2. CAUTION: Swing ladder to the full forward position to reduce machine width and to orient warning light toward oncoming motorists.

    IMPORTANT: Travel at a reasonable speed for road or field conditions. Never transport on the road with grain in the tank. Always use warning lights.

    Follow local regulations for equipment size, lighting and marking before driving on public roadways.

    NOTE: For machines with long 1390 mm (55 in) ladder extension the ladder can not be positioned in the full forward position. A transport position 9° out from full forward has been provided. (See Cab Ladder Positions).

    Use lever (A) to unlock ladder and swing to the full forward position.

  3. Fold radio antenna down and retain with hook (if equipped). If hook is not available, retain antenna to cab roof with tape.

  4. H68175
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    A - Pedals

    B - Lock

    Lock brake pedals together with lock (B) when driving on roads. Leave pedals (A) unlocked for field operation.


  5. CAUTION: Use the seat belt whenever you operate the machine or ride as an observer.

    Fasten seat belt.

    CAUTION: Sound horn before starting engine to clear people away from the machine.

  6. H86734
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    A - Header Raise/Lower Switch

    B - Parking Brake

    C - Pedal

    Raise header with header switch (A).


  7. Disengage parking brake (B) with pedal (C).

  8. NOTE:

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    A - Road Transport Disconnect Switch

    After transporting machine, press road transport disconnect switch for two seconds allowing indicator light to turn OFF and allowing desired switch functions to operate.

    Engage road transport disconnect switch (A).


  9. CAUTION:

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    A - Hazard Light Switch

    B - Road Light Switch

    When transporting on a road or highway, flashing warning lights and taillights on both sides provide a warning to operators of vehicles approaching from the front and rear. These warning lights must be turned ON when driving the machine on a public road. Swing cab ladder fully forward to orient warning lights towards oncoming motorists. Do not operate flashing warning lights if prohibited by law.

    Turn hazard light switch (A) ON for both daytime and nighttime road travel. Turn ON road lights (B) for nighttime travel. Warning lights automatically operate when the hazard lights are ON.


  10. NOTE: Turn signal lights on steering column burn steadily to indicate a turn.

    Use turn signals as needed. They are not self cancelling.

  11. H86737
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    A - Engine Speed Switch

    Press engine speed switch (A) for maximum engine speed.


  12. NOTE: For field operation, select a gear according to working conditions.

    Engage 3rd gear for road travel.

  13. CAUTION: If transporting machine with header attached, travel at a reasonable speed to ensure adequate braking performance and control of machine.

    Slowly move multifunction control handle forward or rearward. When coming to the top of a hill, pull back on the multifunction control handle before starting down the other side.

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