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Revision B
5.7
Drapers
Two drapers convey cut crop to center opening. Replace drapers if torn, cracked, or missing slats.
5.7.1
Removing Drapers
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always stop the engine and
remove the key before leaving the operator
’
s seat, and always engage the safety props before going under the
machine for any reason.
1.
Start the engine. For instructions, refer to the windrower operator
’
s manual.
2.
Raise the reel fully.
3.
Raise the header fully.
4.
Move the draper until the draper joint is in the work area.
5.
Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
6.
Engage the header safety props.
7.
Engage the reel safety props. For instructions, refer to
Engaging Reel Safety Props, page 35
.
8.
Release the tension on the draper. For instructions, refer to
5.7.3 Checking and Adjusting Draper Tension, page 177
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Figure 5.109: Draper Connector
9.
Remove screws (A) and tube connectors (B) at the
draper joint.
10. Pull the draper from the deck.
5.7.2
Installing Drapers
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always stop the engine and
remove the key before leaving the operator
’
s seat, and always engage the safety props before going under the
machine for any reason.
WARNING
Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area.
1.
Start the engine. For instructions, refer to the windrower operator
’
s manual.
2.
Raise the reel fully.
3.
Raise the header fully.
