8. Check clearance (A) between drapers (B) and
cutterbar (C). It should be 3 mm (0–0.04 in.). Refer
to
5.7.5 Adjusting Deck Height, page 161
to adjust if
necessary.
Figure 5.108: Draper Seal
9. If adjustment of the backsheet de
fl
ector (A) is required,
loosen nut (D) and move the de
fl
ector until there is a
1–7 mm (1/32–5/16 in.) gap (C) between the draper (B)
and the de
fl
ector.
10. Operate the drapers with the engine at idle so the talc
or talc/graphite lubricant makes contact and adheres
to the draper seal surfaces.
Figure 5.109: Draper Seal
5.7.3
Adjusting Draper Tension
WARNING
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine,
remove key, and engage safety props before going under machine for any reason.
1. Ensure the white indicator bar (A) is at the halfway point
in the window.
WARNING
Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area.
2. Start the engine and raise the header.
3. Stop the engine, remove the key from the ignition, and
engage the header safety props.
Figure 5.110: Left Tension Adjuster
Shown – Right Opposite
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