J&M HT-974 User Manual

O P E R A T O R ’ S M A N U A L

Set-Up Instructions and Parts Catalog for

Model HT-974

Low Profile Header Transports

J. & M. Manufacturing Co., Inc.

P.O. Box 547

Fort Recovery, OH 45846

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail] Website: www.jm-inc.com

REV-05-01-12

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TO THE DEALER:

Read manual instructions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check
Lists in the Operator’s Manual are completed before releasing equipment to the owner.

The dealer must complete the Warranty Registration Card attached to the front inside cover of this manual and return
to J. & M. Mfg. Co., Inc. at the address indicated on the card. Warranty claims will be denied if the Warranty

Registration Card has not been completed and returned.
EXPRESS WARRANTY:

J. & M. Mfg. Co. Inc. warrants against defects in construction or materials for a period of ONE year. We reserve the
right to inspect and decide whether material or construction was faulty or whether abuse or accident voids our
guarantee.

Warranty service must be performed by a dealer or service center authorized by J. & M. Mfg. Co. Inc. to sell and/or
service the type of product involved, which will use only new or remanufactured parts or components furnished by J.
& M. Mfg. Co. Inc. Warranty service will be performed without charge to the purchaser for parts or labor based on the
Warranty Labor Times schedule. Under no circumstance will allowable labor times extend beyond the maximum
hours indicated in the Warranty Labor Times schedule for each warranty procedure. The purchaser will be
responsible, however, for any service call and/or transportation of the product to and from the dealer or service

center’s place of business, for any premium charged for overtime labor requested by the purchaser, and for any

service and/or maintenance not directly related to any defect covered under the warranty. Costs associated with
equipment rental, product down time, or product disposal are not warrantable and will not be accepted under any
circumstance.

Each warranty term begins on the date of product delivery to the purchaser. Under no circumstance will warranty be

approved unless (i) the product warranty registration card (attached to the inside of the Operator’s Manual) has been

properly completed and submitted to the equipment manufacturer. This Warranty is effective only if the warranty
registration card is returned within 30 days of purchase.

This warranty does not cover a component which fails, malfunctions or is damaged as a result of (i) improper
modification or repair, (ii) accident, abuse or improper use, (iii) improper or insufficient maintenance, or (iv) normal
wear or tear. This warranty does not cover products that are previously owned and extends solely to the original
purchaser of the product. Should the original purchaser sell or otherwise transfer this product to a third party, this
Warranty does not transfer to the third party purchaser in any way. J. & M. Mfg. Co. Inc. makes no warranty, express
or implied, with respect to tires or other parts or accessories not manufactured by J. & M. Mfg. Co. Inc. Warranties
for these items, if any, are provided separately by their respective manufacturers.

THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS,
IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

In no event shall J. & M. Mfg. Co. Inc. be liable for special, direct, incidental or consequential damages of any kind.
The exclusive remedy under this Warranty shall be repair or replacement of the defective component at J. & M. Mfg.
Co. Inc’s. option. This is the entire agreement between J. & M. Mfg. Co. Inc. and the Owner about warranty and no J.
& M. Mfg. Co. Inc. employee or dealer is authorized to make any additional warranty on behalf of J. & M. Mfg. Co.
Inc.

The manufacturer reserves the right to make product design and material changes at any time without notice. They
shall not incur any obligation or liability to incorporate such changes and improvements in products previously sold to
any customer, nor shall they be obligated or liable for the replacement of previously sold products with products or
parts incorporating such changes.

SERVICE:

The equipment you have purchased has been carefully manufactured to provide dependable and satisfactory use.
Like all mechanical products, it will require cleaning and upkeep. Lubricate the unit as specified. Observe all safety
information in this manual and safety signs on the equipment.

For service, your authorized J. & M. dealer has trained mechanics, genuine J. & M. service parts, and the necessary
tools and equipment to handle all your needs.

Use only genuine J. & M. service parts. Substitute parts may void the warranty and may not meet standards required
for safe and satisfactory operation. Record the model number and serial number of your equipment in the spaces
provided:

Serial # ___________ Purchase Date: _______ Purchased From: ____________________________________

Please provide this information to your dealer to obtain the correct parts:

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MODEL HT-974 Header Transport

DIMENSIONS

HT-974

HT-974XL

HT-974XL-36

A

12’-0”

15’-0”

17’-0”

B

27’-0”

32’-0”

38’-0”

C

6’-2”

6’-2”

6’-2”

D

33’-6”

39’-9”

44’-9”

E

13’-0”

16’-6”

16’-6”

SPECIFICATIONS

Capacity

7,500 (Net) HT-974 & HT-974XL

9,400 lbs. (Net) HT-974XL-36

Weight

1,540 lbs. (HT-974)

1,755 lbs. (HT-974XL)

1,830 lbs. (HT-974XL-36)

Wheel Size

14” x 6” (HT-974 & HT-974XL)

15” x 6” (HT-974XL-36)

Tire Size

215/75R14D (HT-974 & HT-974XL)

215/75R15D (HT-974XL-36)

Hubs

6 bolt

Spindles

1 3/4” diameter

Main Frame

4” x 6” x 3/16” steel tubing

Steel Upper Bar

4” x 6” x 3/16” steel tubing

Upper Bar Length

25’-0” (HT-974)

30’-0” (HT-974XL)

36’-0” (HT-974XL-36)

Adj. Header Mounts

Standard

Tie Down Straps

Standard

Specifications

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GENERAL INFORMATION

TO THE OWNER:

The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating and maintaining your running gear in a safe
manner. Read it carefully. It furnishes information and instructions that will help you achieve years of
dependable performance and help maintain safe operating conditions. If this machine is used by an
employee or is loaned or rented, make certain that the operator(s), prior to operating:

1. Is instructed in safe and proper use.

2. Reviews and understands the manual(s) pertaining to this machine.
Throughout this manual, the term IMPORTANT is used to indicate that failure to observe can cause

damage to equipment. The terms CAUTION, WARNING and DANGER are used in conjunction with the
Safety-Alert Symbol, (a triangle with an exclamation mark), to indicate the degree of hazard for items of
personal safety. When you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and be alert to the
possibility of personal injury or death.

This Safety-Alert symbol indicates a hazard and means
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury, and includes hazards that are exposed
when guards are removed.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury.

Indicates that failure to observe can cause damage to equipment.
Indicates helpful information.

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GENERAL INFORMATION (continued)

BOLT TORQUE CHART

Always tighten hardware to these values unless a different torque or tightening procedure is listed for a
specific application.

Fasteners must always be replaced with the same grade as specified in the manual parts list.
Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware. SAE for SAE hardware and Metric for metric

hardware.
Make sure fastener threads are clean and you start the thread engagement properly. All torque values

are given to specification used on hardware defined by SAE J1701 & J1701M (Jul 96).

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

2

EXPRESS WARRANTY

2

SPECIFICATIONS

3

GENERAL INFORMATION

4

BOLT TORQUE CHART

5

SAFETY RULES

7

SAFETY

7

SAFETY SIGNS

8

SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS

8-10

REPAIR PARTS LIST

Main Frame and Upper Bar

11

Front and Rear Axle Assembly

12

Tie-Down Bracket and Adjustable Header Mount

13

Adjustable Upper Bar Mount

13

Light Kit

14

INITIAL OPERATION / MAINTENANCE

15

SERVICE / MAINTENANCE RECORD

16

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SAFETY RULES

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

 Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to

provide safe equipment can be erased by an operator’s single careless act. In addition, hazard control
and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, judgment, and proper training of
personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment.

 Make certain that the operator(s), prior to operating is instructed in safe and proper use and reviews and

understands the manual(s) pertaining to this machine.

 Read this manual before you operate this machine. If you do not understand any part of this manual, or

need more information, contact the manufacturer or your authorized dealer.

SAFETY

 Understand that your safety and the safety of other persons are measured by how you service, and

operate this machine. Know the positions and functions of all controls before you try to operate them.
Make sure to check all controls in a safe area before starting your work.

 The safety information given in this manual does not replace safety codes, federal, state or local laws.

Make certain your machine has the proper equipment as designated by local laws and regulations.

 A frequent cause of personal injury or death is from persons falling off equipment and being run over. Do

not permit persons to ride on this machine.

 Travel speeds should be such that complete control and machine stability is maintained at all times.

Where possible, avoid operating near ditches, embankments and holes. Reduce speed when turning,
crossing slopes and rough, slick or muddy surfaces.

 Collision of high speed road traffic and slow moving machines can cause personal injury or death. On

roads, use flasher lights according to local laws. Keep slow-moving-vehicle emblem visible. Pull over to
let faster traffic pass.

 Make sure that the header is fastened securely to the transport before moving.
 Make sure that everyone is clear of equipment before applying power or moving the machine. NEVER

position yourself under or near header when mounting on header transport.

 Never adjust, service, clean or lubricate the header transport until all power if shut off.
 Make sure that the implement is fastened securely to the tractor by using the proper hitch pin, clip and

safety chains.

 Before unhooking the implement from the towing unit, be sure to properly block the wheels to prevent the

implement from moving.

 Never overload the header transport. Overloading the header transport is dangerous and can cause

extensive damage.

 Do NOT exceed speeds in excess of 25 MPH. The header transport is designed for heavy loads at slow

speeds. Also be sure slow moving vehicle emblem is attached to rear of wagon.

 IMPORTANT: Use caution when transporting. Be alert of the transport unit’s overall width when

approaching obstacles, such as post signs and poles, along the road. Check the transport width of the
unit to ensure clearance before entering bridges.

 COMPLY WITH ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND IN THE COMBINE

OPERATORS MANUAL.

 WARNING: BE SURE ALL LIGHTS ARE WORKING PROPERLY BEFORE HIGHWAY TRAVEL.

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DW-108

DW-121

FRONT

REAR

Large
Lower

Small
Lower

SAFETY SIGNS

Item #

Part #

Description

1

DW-108

Warning: Fasten Header Securely

2

DC-111

Caution: Check Lug Nuts

ATTENTION: BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Replace Immediately If Damaged or Missing!

IMPORTANT: Install new safety signs if the old signs are destroyed, lost, painted over or cannot be read.

When parts are replaced that have safety signs, make sure you install a new sign with each new part.
New signs are available from the manufacturer or your authorized dealer.

DECAL PARTS LIST

SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT: Set-up work to be performed by qualified servicemen only.

1. Mounting the Tires

Secure one tire and wheel assembly to each of the hub assemblies on the front and rear axle using the
wheel nuts provided. Use a star pattern to tighten the wheel nuts according to SAE standards.

2. Base Main Frame

Secure the Small and Large Lower Bars to the front
and rear axle assemblies to complete the base main
frame. Position the front and rear axles and lower
bars in a rectangular shape with the Large Lower Bar
located on the left side of the rectangle and the front
axle (with hitch weldment) on the top as shown in the
diagram.

Attach each end of the lower bars to the front and rear

axles using four 5/8” x 6” Grade 8 bolts, 5/8” flat

washers and 5/8” lock nuts.

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Upper Bar Channel Support

Support
Arm

Slide
Bracket

3. Tongue Assembly

Place the Small Spring (#3)
into the holder located at
the front of the latch and
insert the two spacer
blocks (#4) on each side of
the inner tongue. Pin the
Tongue Latch (#2) to the
Inner Tongue (#1) using

the 1” dia. x 5 3/4” Pin (#5)

and roll pin provided.
Slide the inner tongue into

the Outer Tongue (#6) and

insert the 7/8” x 2 1/4” bolt

with spacer (#7) into the
bottom side of the inner
tongue through the
opening on the bottom side
of the outer tongue.

Slide the two Large Tongue Springs (#10) around the spring holder weldments located on the top of the
tongue and hitch weldment located on the front axle.

4. Attaching the Adjustable Brackets and Upper Bar.

Secure the Upper Bar Channel Support to the left side of the
axle channels using one 5/8” x 6” pin and hair pin. Secure the
Upper Bar Support Arm to the axle channels located on the right
side of the axle using one 5/8” x 6” pin and hair pin. Connect the
channel arm to the support arm using one 5/8” x 6” pin and hair
pin. The support arms and channel arms can be adjusted and
pinned to obtain many different heights and positions.

IMPORTANT: Make sure that all three assemblies are
positioned at the same location and height to ensure the upper
bar will fit properly.

Secure the Upper Bar Slide Bracket to each the three channel arm using two 5/8” x 6” pins and hair pins.
Be sure to position all three slide brackets at the same position on the channel arm. Position the Upper
Bar on top of the three slide brackets and secure using the Upper Bar Clamps and two 1/2” washers and

two 1/2” lock nuts. The angle of the Upper Bar can be adjusted by removing and repositioning the 5/8” x
6” Hitch Pins in the Upper Bar Adjustable Brackets.

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5. Attaching the Adjustable Header Mounts and Tie-Down Brackets

Tie­Down
Bracket

Adjustable
Header
Mount

Place the Adjustable Header Mounts and Tie-Down Bracket
Assemblies on the large lower bar. Secure the Adjustable Header
Mount to the large lower tube using one 3/4” x 6 1/2” Stove Bolt
and Clamp Handle Assembly. Secure the Tie-Down Bracket to
the large lower tube using two 1/2” x 5 1/2” Bolts and two 1/2”
Lock Nuts. Do Not Tighten the 1/2” bolts on the top of the
assembly, but allow the Tie-Down Brackets to move freely along
the outer tube. The Tie-Down Bracket can be secured with the
bolts either above or below the bar as long as the ratchet is
positioned with the strap directed upward.

6. Installing the Light Kit

A. Insert the Main Wiring Harness, end opposite the Flat-Four Connector End, through the grommet

located in the outer tongue and exit the rear of the tongue. Continue to main wiring harness
through grommet in the middle of the front axle.

B. Extend the Main Wiring Harness along the rear of the front axle toward the Upper Bar. Insert the

harness through the hole located on the bottom side of the Upper Bar and extend the harness out
toward the rear of the Upper Bar.

C. Connect the end of the Main Wiring Harness opposite the Flat-Four Connector to the

corresponding end of the Light Enhancer. Store the Light Enhancer inside the Upper Bar.

D. Place the extension bracket at the rear end of the Upper Bar. Attach using the two angle iron

supports and secure with four 1/2” x 7” bolts, washers and nuts.

E. Place the Light Mounting Bracket at the end of the Extension Bracket Arm so the Light Mounting

Bracket is level or horizontal and extends toward the center of the header transport. Secure
using two 1/2” x 1 1/4” Grade 5 Flange Bolts and Flange Nuts.

F. Slide the extendable portion of the Telescoping Arm into the Light Mounting Bracket and tighten

the Handle Nut until the bracket is secure. Extend the arm until the light assembly is within 16” of
the outer extremity of the unit.

G. Mount one light assembly at the end of the Light Mounting Bracket (L/H light) and another

assembly at the end of the Telescoping Arm (R/H light). Secure each light assembly using four
small self-tapping screws. Each light assembly should be mounted so the single amber light is
positioned toward the outside of the header, and the amber and red lights are facing rearward.
Secure the SMV Emblem to the Light Mounting Bracket using two 1/4” x 1” Bolts and Lock Nuts.
Be sure the SMV Emblem remains visible from the rear during highway transport.

H. Place one amber reflective decal at the outward and front side of both the Telescoping Arm and

Light Mounting Bracket as shown. Place one Red and Orange Reflective Decal on the rearward
end of the Telescoping Arm and Light Mounting Bracket. The red reflective decal should be
placed directly above the orange decal.

I. Connect each light to the corresponding wires on the Light Enhancer using the Light Wiring

Harness. Using the enclosed self tapping screws, secure the Wire Cover over the Light Wire
Harness along the upper bar.

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PARTS LIST

#

Part #

Description

#

Part #

Description

1

IT-HT8NS

Inner Tongue (HT-974)

7 78214-BS

7/8" x 2 1/4" Bolt with Spacer

1

IT-HT8NS­XL

Inner Tongue (HT-974XL & HT­974XL-36)

8 STS-1

Self Tapping Screw

2

TL-615NS

Tongue Latch

9 WHB-1

Wire Harness Bracket

3

SS-G15NS

Small Spring

10

TS-615H

Large Tongue Spring

4

SB-212

Spacer Blocks

11

TB-610

Tongue Bolt 1 1/4” Rd x 11 3/4” L

5

LS-610

Latch Pivot Shaft, 1" dia. x 5 3/4"

12

HN-114

1 1/4” Hex Nut

6

OT-HT974

Outer Tongue

#

Part #

Description

#

Part #

Description

1

UB-874S

Steel Upper Bar (4” x 6” x 24’)

4 586G8B

5/8" x 6" Grade 8 Bolt

1

UB-874SXL

Steel Upper Bar (4” x 6” x 30’)

5 58-FW

5/8" Flat Washer

1

UB­874SXL-36

Steel Upper Bar (4” x 6” x 36’)
6 58LN

5/8" Lock Nut

7 12312B

1/2" x 3 1/2" Bolt for Splice Plate

2

SLB-874

Small Lower Bar 2” x 4” x 152”

(HT-974)

8 12-W

1/2" Regular Washer

2

SLB-874XL

Small Lower Bar 2” x 4” x 194”

(HT-974XL & HT-974XL-36)

9 12-LN

1/2" Lock Nut

3

LLB-874

Large Lower Bar x 152” (HT-974)

3

LLB-874XL

Large Lower Bar x 194” (HT­974XL & HT-974XL-36)

Main Frame and Upper Bar

Tongue Assembly

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Front and Rear Axle Assembly

#

Part #

Description

#

Part #

Description

1 FA-974

Front Axle Only, Less Hub and
Spindle Assembly and Hitch

18

TR-78

Tie Rod, 7/8” Rd x 24” L

19

HN-78L

7/8"-14 N/F Nut (L/H)

2

RA-974

Rear Axle Only, Less Hub Assy

19

HN-78R

7/8"-14 N/F Nut (R/H)

3

SB-114

Spindle Bolt, 1 1/4" x 9 1/4"L

20

TRE-78L

Tie Rod End (L/H)

4

HN-114

1 1/4" Hex Nut

20

TRE-78R

Tie Rod End (R/H)

5

KP-610

1 1/4" King Pin Vertical Hitch Bolt

21

BB-58

5/8" Bronze Bushing

6

HN-1114

1 1/4" Hex Nut

22

SB-58

5/8" Step Bolt

7

HW-68

Hitch Weldment

23

RS-134678

Rear Spindle Only, 1 3/4” x 6 7/8”

8

SA-874L

1 3/4" Spindle and "U" Assy (left)

24

BB-112S

1 1/4" ID Bronze Bushing

8

SA-874R

1 3/4" Spindle and "U" Assy (right)

25

1633

Grease Fitting (not shown)

9

103953

Grease Seal

26

104580

Cup, Large 104580 or LM48510
(not shown)

10

104579

Cone, Large 104579 or LM48548

11

105218

Hub, with cups and studs, 6 bolt

27

104081

Cup, Small 104081 or LM67010
(not shown)

12

4187

Wheel Stud (#4187)

13

104082

Cone, Small 104082 or LM67048

28

WR-146

Wheel Rim, 14”x6" (not shown)

14

104581

Spindle Washer

28

WR-156

Wheel Rim, 15”x6” (not shown)

15

103289

Slotted Spindle Nut

29

205HD-1

14" New Tire Only (not shown)

16

CP-316

Cotter Pin

29

22515-2

15” New Tire Only (not shown)

17

103969

Dust Cap

30

5552

Wheel Lug Nut (not shown)

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PARTS LIST

#

Part #

Description

1

UBCM-3

Upper Bar Channel Mount

2

UBSA-3

Upper Bar Support Arm

3

UBSM-3

Upper Bar Slide Mount

4

UBC-2

Upper Bar Clamp

5

HP-586

5/8" x 6" Pin

6

316HP

3/16" Hair Pin

7

121-B

1/2" x 1" Bolt

8

12LN

1/2" Lock Nut

#

Part #

Description

1

MB-974

Lower Header Mount Bracket

2

AB-U2L

Upper Adjustable Bracket (L/H)

2

AB-U2R

Upper Adjustable Bracket (R/H)

2

AB-U2L-MD

Upper Adj. Bracket (L/H)
(MacDon)

2

AB-U2R­MD

Upper Adj. Bracket (R/H)
(MacDon)

3

78HDN

7/8” Handle Nut

4 5 3412P

3/4" x 12" Pin

6

HC-CP

Cotter Pin

7

TDMB-2

Tie Down Mounting Bracket

8

RA-1

Ratchet

9

TDS-1

Tie-Down Strap and Hook Assy.

9

TDS-1L

Tie-Down Strap and Hook Assy w/
D-Ring Strap (for MacDon heads)

10

12512G5B

1/2" x 5 1/2" Grade 5 Bolt

11

12LN

1/2" Lock Nut

12

12234G5B

1/2" x 2 3/4" Grade 5 Bolt

13

12NLN

1/2" Nylon Lock Nut

Tie-Down Bracket and Adjustable Header Mount

Adjustable Upper Bar Mount

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PARTS LIST

#

Part #

Description

#

Part #

Description

1

EB-1

Extension Bracket

14

141-CB

1/4" x 1" Bolt

2

AIS-2

Angle Iron Support

15

14-W

1/4" Washer

3

125-HB

1/2" x 5" Hex Bolt

16

14LN

1/4" Lock Nut

4

12-N

1/2" Nut

17

RD-A1

Amber Reflective Decal

5

LMB-1

Light Mounting Bracket

18

RD-R1

Red Reflective Decal

6

TA-1

Telescoping Arm

19

RD-O1

Orange Reflective Decal

7

HDN-12

1/2" Handle Nut

20

LWH-1

Light Wiring Harness (rear only)

8

12114-G5­FB

1/2" x 1 1/4" Grade 5 Flange Bolt

21

LE-1B

Light Enhancer

9

12-FN

1/2" Flange Nut

22

WH-1NC

Main Wiring Harness (front only)

10

RLT-R

Light Assembly (R/H)

23

GR-134

Rubber Grommet

11

RLT-L

Light Assembly (L/H)

24

WC-1

Wire Clip

12

38STS

Self Tapping Screw (large)

25

12-WR

1/2" Regular Washer

13

SMV-1

SMV Emblem

Light Kit

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INITIAL OPERATION / MAINTENANCE

BE CERTAIN THAT ALL POWER IS SHUT OFF BEFORE SERVICING THE HEADER TRANSPORT

Before the header transport is put into service:

 Has the Slow-Moving Vehicle Emblem been properly positioned at the rear of the header

transport?

 Have all danger, warning, caution and important signs on the equipment been read and

understood? If employees or others use or are near this equipment, make sure that they also
have read and understood all danger, warning, caution and important signs on the equipment and
have also read the operator’s manual.

 Are all braces, bolts, nuts, lug bolts and lug nuts properly fastened?
 Has the header transport been properly fastened to the towing unit? Use a good quality hitch pin

with clip and safety chains.

 Are the rear amber extremity lights properly positioned? Extend lights within 16” of the left and

right extremities of the header.

SAFETY CHAIN USER INSTRUCTIONS

a) Secure the safety chain by looping it around the tongue

support located on the underside of the Outer Tongue. Run
the chain through the intermediate support located on the
underside of the inner tongue and connect to the towing

machine’s attaching bar.
b) Do Not allow more slack than necessary for articulation.
c) Do Not use any intermediate support as the attaching point.
d) Store the safety chain by securing it around the tongue.
e) Replace the safety chain if one or more links or end fittings are

broken, stretched or otherwise damaged or deformed.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS/MAINTENANCE

 Adjust the brackets on the header transport to best fit your make and model header. When

mounting the header, NEVER position yourself under or near the header. Securely fasten the

header to the header transport.

 Do not exceed the load and size limits of the unit.
 Keep the tires properly inflated. Both under inflation and over inflation can greatly reduce tire life.
 Inspect bracing and welds periodically and repair immediately if needed. Failure to repair could

cause extensive damage and greatly reduce the life of the unit.
 Repack the bearings in the hub assembly once a year or as needed. Use a good quality bearing

lubricant such as Bearing Gard MK1 or equivalent.

 Grease the ball using the zerk on the front gooseneck assembly every 8 hours or as needed.
 Be sure to check the hub nuts often and keep them properly tightened.

BRAKING SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:
Tow Loads Safely

Stopping distance increases with speed and weight of towed loads, and on slopes. Towed loads with or
without brakes that are too heavy for the tractor or are towed too fast can cause loss of control. Consider
the total weight of the equipment and its load.

Observe these recommended maximum road speeds, or local speed limits which may be lower:

 If towed equipment does not have brakes, do not travel more than 32 km/h (20 mph) and

do not tow loads more than 1.5 times the tractor weight.

 If towed equipment does have brakes, do not travel more than 40 km/h (25 mph) and do

not tow loads more than 4.5 times the tractor weight.

Ensure the load does not exceed the recommended weight ratio. Use additional caution when towing
loads under adverse surface conditions, when turning, and on inclines.

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