Towing Machine (Push Button Shift and ProDrive Transmission Machines)

CAUTION:

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Do not remove couplers. When couplers are removed, brakes are disabled.

Avoid electrical line entanglement. Grain extensions or grain tank covers must be lowered and radio antenna lowered before transporting.

Check local governmental regulations regarding driving or towing equipment on public roads. Use auxiliary lights and devices available from your John Deere dealer to warn other roadway users.

Avoid crushing injuries from runaway machine. If machine is on a slope, do not disengage parking brake until wheels are blocked.

Releasing parking brake lock must be carried out ONLY for towing purposes. NEVER operate machine with parking brake mechanically released. ALWAYS set parking brake lock back to its initial status when towing is no longer required.

Machine can be towed for emergency situations up to 10 minutes at maximum speed of 10 km/h (6.2 mph).

NOTE: Engine must be running to tow machine. If engine is inoperable, see your John Deere dealer for further information.

To tow machine, proceed as follows:

• Start engine.
• Empty grain tank and remove header.
• Swing unloading auger back.
• Fold grain tank extensions or grain tank covers.
• Swing ladder forward and fold down radio antenna.
• Tow machine in a forward direction by attaching a chain around main axle. Be certain chain does not damage any hydraulic lines. Have driver in operator’s seat to steer machine.
• Turn warning lights ON, unless prohibited by law.

CAUTION: Prevent collisions between other road users, slow moving tractors with attachments or towed equipment, and self-propelled machines on public roads. Frequently check for traffic from the rear, especially in turns, and use hand signals or turn signal lights.

Use headlights, flashing warning lights, and turn signals day and night. Follow local regulations for equipment lighting and marking. Keep lighting and marking visible and in good working order. Replace or repair lighting and marking that are damaged or lost.

Touch or press confirm switch when diagnostic icon is highlighted.

Touch or press confirm switch when tow mode setup icon (A) is highlighted.

Touch or press confirm switch when box is highlighted.

• Shift transmission to neutral and enable park brake disengaged Box (B) - shifts machine to neutral position and enables park brake disengage.

NOTE: Operator must remain in seat for park to be disengaged.

Press park brake switch on armrest to release brakes before towing machine.