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Section 2 – Corn Head Safety

2.3 – Operating Safety Precautions

Before operating this corn head, thoroughly read and understand this manual, as well as your Combine
Operators Manual. Make all information available contained therein to those working with you and/or for you.

1) Before start-up, check corn head for operational and traffic safety tips.
2) Ensure everyone is clear of the combine before starting.
3) Pay attention to all local safety regulations in addition to the recommendations made in this operator’s
manual.
4) Before starting work, get familiar with all devices and their functions.
5) The combine should always be equipped with sufficient rear axle weight for safe operation. Under
some field conditions, more weight may be required at the rear axle for adequate stability. See Table
9.1 for corn head weight and the Combine Operators Manual for required ballasting. For any corn
heads not listed in Table 9.1 call Dragotec USA, Inc. at 1-888-789-2723.
6) Pay attention to permissible axle loads and total weights.
7) The mounted corn head influences speed, steering and braking capability – observe
sufficient steering and braking capability.
8) Only allow passengers on the combine for brief periods for training or observation only.
9) Keep all safety shields in place. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death.
10) Never wear loose fitting clothing that might catch on moving parts while working around the corn head
or combine.

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