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169441

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Revision D

4.5.3

D60 Double-Reel Header

This schematic can be used to troubleshoot hydraulic problems on your D60 double-reel header.

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A

B

C

D

E

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G

H

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K

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Figure 4.40: Hydraulic Schematic for a D60 Double-Reel Header

A - Right Fore-Aft Cylinder

B - Right Lift Cylinder

C - Reel Motor

D - Center Fore-Aft Cylinder

E - Center Lift Cylinder

F - Left Lift Cylinder

G - Left Fore-Aft Cylinder

H - Fore Coupler

J - Return Coupler

K - Pressure Coupler

L - Aft Coupler

M - Lift Coupler

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

Summary of Contents for D50

Page 1: ...D50 and D60 Draper Headers for Self Propelled Windrowers Operator s Manual 169441 Revision D Original Instruction The Harvesting Specialists ...

Page 2: ... this publication is based on the information available and in effect at the time of printing MacDon Industries Ltd makes no representation or warranty of any kind whether expressed or implied with respect to the information in this publication MacDon Industries Ltd reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice ...

Page 3: ...th the manufacturer s instructions Your manual Use this manual as your first source of information about the machine If you follow the instructions provided your header will work well for many years Contact your Dealer if you need assistance information or additional copies of this manual The following conventions are used in this document Right and left are determined from the operator s position...

Page 4: ...l Locations page 9 Added footnote explaining the decal MD 174432 is no longer available for sale If a replacement is needed order MD 131393 ECN 55006 2 1 Definitions page 19 Added terms to the list of definitions Technical Publications 3 10 1 Engaging Reel Safety Props page 36 Revised procedure to clarify the exact position of the safety props when engaged Product Integrity 3 20 Upper Cross Auger ...

Page 5: ...er Cross Auger page 253 Added note explaining that newer upper cross auger kits use bolt on flighting instead of beater bars Added illustration showing UCA with bolt on flighting ECN 61273 7 Reference page 267 Created Reference chapter and moved the existing Conversion Chart Torque Specifications and Unloading and Assembly information into it Technical Publications Recommended Fluids and Lubricant...

Page 6: ...e lines below ϭϬϯϵϳϲϲ A Figure 1 Header Draper Header Header Model Serial Number Year Serial number plate A is located on the left endsheet near the knife drive motor ϭϬϯϵϳϲϳ A Figure 2 Transport Stabilizer Option Slow Speed Transport Stabilizer Wheel Option Serial Number Year Serial number plate A is located on the left wheel pivot tube 169441 iv Revision D ...

Page 7: ...perator Responsibilities 23 3 2 Operational Safety 24 3 3 Header Attachment Detachment 25 3 3 1 Attaching Header to Windrower 25 3 3 2 Detaching Header from Windrower 27 3 4 Break in Period 30 3 5 Preseason Check 31 3 6 Daily Start Up Check 32 3 7 Shutting down Header 33 3 8 Cab Controls 34 3 9 Header Safety Props 35 3 10 Reel Safety Props 36 3 10 1 Engaging Reel Safety Props 36 3 10 2 Disengaging...

Page 8: ...n onto Header D60 70 Installing Crop Dividers without Latch Option onto Header D50 71 3 12 12 Crop Divider Rods 73 Removing Crop Divider Rods 73 3 13 Delivery Opening 75 3 13 1 Adjusting Size of Delivery Opening on Header with Manual Deck Shift D60 75 3 13 2 Adjusting Size of Delivery Opening on Header with Manual Deck Shift D50 76 3 13 3 Double Windrowing 76 Shifting Decks Hydraulically 77 Shifti...

Page 9: ...paring Machine for Servicing 113 4 2 General Procedures 114 4 2 1 Installing a Roller Chain 114 4 2 2 Installing a Sealed Bearing 115 4 3 Endshields 116 4 3 1 Opening Hinged Endshield 116 4 3 2 Closing Hinged Endshields 117 4 3 3 Adjusting Hinged Endshield 118 4 3 4 Removing Hinged Endshield 122 4 3 5 Installing Hinged Endshield 123 4 3 6 Removing Non Hinged Endshields 124 4 3 7 Installing Non Hin...

Page 10: ... Removing Split Drapers 182 4 9 3 Installing Split Drapers 183 4 9 4 Removing Endless Draper 184 4 9 5 Installing Endless Draper 186 4 9 6 Adjusting Draper Tracking 188 4 9 7 Draper Roller Maintenance 189 Removing Draper Drive Roller 189 Installing Draper Drive Roller 190 Removing Draper Idler Roller 191 Installing Draper Idler Roller 193 Replacing Draper Roller Bearing and Seal 193 4 9 8 Adjustin...

Page 11: ...3 Maintenance Record 243 4 12 4 Checking Hydraulic Hoses and Lines 244 Chapter 5 Options and Attachments 245 5 1 Reel Kits 245 5 1 1 Lodged Crop Reel Finger Kit 245 5 1 2 Reel Endshield Kit 245 5 1 3 Hydraulic Reel Fore Aft Positioner 246 5 2 Cutterbar Kits 247 5 2 1 Cutterbar Wearplate 247 5 2 2 Knifehead Shield 247 5 2 3 Stub Guard Conversion Kit 248 5 2 4 Vertical Knife Mounts 248 5 2 5 Adjusta...

Page 12: ...erence 267 7 1 Conversion Chart 267 7 2 Torque Specifications 268 7 2 1 Metric Bolt Specifications 268 7 2 2 Metric Bolt Specifications Cast Aluminum 270 7 2 3 O Ring Boss Hydraulic Fittings Adjustable 271 7 2 4 O Ring Boss Hydraulic Fittings Non Adjustable 272 7 2 5 O Ring Face Seal Hydraulic Fittings 273 7 2 6 Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings 274 7 3 Unloading and Assembly 276 Index 277 Recommended ...

Page 13: ...ty Alert Symbols The safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages in this manual and on safety signs on the machine 1000915 Figure 1 1 Safety Symbol This symbol means ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED Carefully read and follow the safety message accompanying this symbol Why is safety important to you Accidents disable and kill Accidents cost Accidents can be avoided ...

Page 14: ...ll result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if it is not prevented could result in death or serious injury It may also be used to alert you to unsafe practices CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if it is not prevented may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert you to unsafe practices IMPORTANT Indicate...

Page 15: ...ve footwear with slip resistant soles Protective glasses or goggles Heavy gloves Wet weather gear Respirator or filter mask 1000005 Figure 1 3 Safety Equipment In addition take the following precautions Be aware that exposure to loud noises can cause hearing impairment Wear suitable hearing protection devices such as earmuffs or earplugs to help protect against loud noises 1010391 Figure 1 4 Safet...

Page 16: ... the functionality and or safety of the machine It may also shorten the machine s service life To avoid injury or death from the unexpected startup of the machine ALWAYS stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator s seat for any reason 1000009 Figure 1 7 Safety around Equipment Keep the machine service area clean and dry Wet and or oily floors are slippery Wet ...

Page 17: ...eep the work area well lit 1008958 Figure 1 9 Equipment is NOT Safe for Children Relieve pressure from hydraulic circuits before servicing and or disconnecting the machine Ensure that all components are tight and that steel lines hoses and couplings are in good condition before applying pressure to hydraulic systems Keep hands feet clothing and hair away from all moving and or rotating parts Clear...

Page 18: ...169441 6 Revision D 1000004 Figure 1 10 Personal Protective Equipment Wear protective gear when working on the machine Wear heavy gloves when working on knife components SAFETY ...

Page 19: ...s fittings or hoses by using tapes clamps cements or welding The hydraulic system operates under extremely high pressure Makeshift repairs can fail suddenly and create hazardous conditions 1001207 Figure 1 12 Hydraulic Pressure Hazard Wear proper hand and eye protection when searching for high pressure hydraulic fluid leaks Use a piece of cardboard as a backstop instead of your hands to isolate an...

Page 20: ... part on which a safety sign was installed is replaced ensure that the repair part displays the current safety sign Replacement safety signs are available from your Dealer 1 6 1 Installing Safety Decals Worn or damaged safety decals will need to be removed and replaced 1 Decide exactly where you are going to place the decal 2 Clean and dry the installation area 3 Remove the smaller portion of the ...

Page 21: ... or where the operator has to take extra precaution before operating controls 1003348 A A A Figure 1 15 Upper Cross Auger Older Version A MD 174682 NOTE The Upper Cross Auger UCA kits have changed over the years and the safety decals installed on the augers have changed also Refer to the appropriate illustration for the UCA installed on your header SAFETY ...

Page 22: ...169441 10 Revision D 1019656 A A A Figure 1 16 Upper Cross Auger Newer Version A MD 279085 ϭϬϰϬϭϰϰ A A Figure 1 17 Slow Speed Transport A MD 193147 SAFETY ...

Page 23: ...1 NOTE Decal MD 129261 has two different appearances in this illustration as the decal has changed over the years The version shown attached to the tow bar is an older version the version at the bottom of the illustration is the current version ϭϬϰϬϭϱϭ A A Figure 1 19 Vertical Knife A MD 174684 SAFETY ...

Page 24: ...Endsheets Reel Arms Backsheet North American Headers 1 D60 Headers Only 2 D50 Headers Only A MD 42122 Both Reel Arms B MD 174633 Both Reel Arms C MD 142909 Both Reel Arms D MD 174436 Both Ends E MD 113482 Both Ends F MD 184371 Double Knife Both Ends SIngle Knife Left End Only SAFETY ...

Page 25: ... 2 A E Figure 1 21 Endsheets Reel Arms Backsheet Export Headers 1 D60 Headers Only 2 D50 Headers Only A MD 174332 Both Reel Arms B MD 174632 Both Reel Arms C MD 184371 Double Knife 4 Places Single Knife 3 Places D MD 174436 Both Ends E MD 113482 Both Ends SAFETY ...

Page 26: ...169441 14 Revision D ϭϬϰϬϭϱϲ A B B A Figure 1 22 Decks A MD 172147 North American Headers B MD 174434 Export Headers SAFETY ...

Page 27: ...on D ϭϬϰϬϭϱϱ A B A B C A C 1 2 Figure 1 23 Backtube 4 5 and 6 1 m 15 and 20 ft North American Headers 1 4 5 m 15 ft North American Header 2 6 1 m 20 ft North American Header A MD 109843 B MD 134070 C MD 3172147 SAFETY ...

Page 28: ...41 16 Revision D ϭϬϰϬϭϱϳ 1 2 A B A B C A B C Figure 1 24 Backtube 4 5 and 6 1 m 15 and 20 ft Export Headers 1 4 5 m 15 ft Export Header 2 6 1 m 20 ft Export Header A MD 113482 B MD 174474 C MD 174434 SAFETY ...

Page 29: ...41 17 Revision D ϭϬϰϬϭϲϯ A B C A B B C D C Figure 1 25 Backtube 7 6 12 1 m 25 40 ft North American Headers A MD 42122 Double Reel Headers Only B MD 172147 Both Ends C MD 134070 D MD 109843 Both Ends SAFETY ...

Page 30: ...B D D C Figure 1 26 Backtube 7 6 12 1 m 25 40 ft Export Headers 1 9 1 12 2 m 30 40 ft D50 and D60 Export Headers 2 7 6 m 25 ft D60 Export Header 3 7 6 12 2 m 25 40 ft D50 and D60 Export Headers A MD 174432 B MD 174434 C MD 174474 D MD 113482 SAFETY ...

Page 31: ...riginal 37 flared fitting M Series Windrowers MacDon M100 M105 M150 M155 M155E4 M200 and M205 Windrowers n a Not applicable N DETENT The slot opposite the NEUTRAL position on the operator s console of M Series SP Windrowers NPT National Pipe Thread A style of fitting used for low pressure port openings Threads on NPT fittings are uniquely tapered for an interference fit Nut An internally threaded ...

Page 32: ...r of degrees until it achieves its final position Torque tension The relationship between the assembly torque applied to a piece of hardware and the axial load it induces in a bolt or screw Washer A thin cylinder with a hole or a slot located in the center used as a spacer a load distribution element or a locking mechanism WCM Windrower control module Windrower The power unit for a header PRODUCT ...

Page 33: ...erbar on the ground D50 D60 13 0 18 4 Reel Reel drive Hydraulic from windrower hydraulic oil supply Reel speed 0 62 rpm Quantity of tine tubes 6 or 9 D50 5 or 6 D60 9 5 or 6 5 Effective reel diameter 1650 mm 65 in Finger tip radius range 766 800 mm 30 2 31 5 in Finger type Plastic Standard Heavy duty plastic Standard Optional D60 Finger spacing 152 4 mm 6 in Upper Cross Auger Optional Outside diam...

Page 34: ...ϭϬϯϵϳϳϬ A B C D E F G H J K L M N P Q Figure 2 1 Header Components A Reel Cam B Pick Up Reel Tines C Drapers D Center Reel Arm Prop Handle E Hydraulic Connections F Reel Safety Prop G Transport Light H Removable Endshield J Skid Shoe K Reel Lift Cylinder L Knife Drive Box M Crop Divider N Crop Divider Rod P Reel Endshield Q Reel Fore Aft Cylinder PRODUCT OVERVIEW ...

Page 35: ...the people around you Before allowing anyone to operate the header for however short a time or distance make sure they have been instructed in its safe and proper use Review the manual and all safety related items with all Operators annually Be alert for other Operators not using recommended procedures or not following safety precautions Correct these mistakes immediately before an accident occurs...

Page 36: ...ine until you are sure all bystanders have cleared the area Avoid travelling over loose fill rocks ditches or holes Drive slowly through gates and doorways When working on inclines travel uphill or downhill whenever possible Be sure to keep transmission in gear when travelling downhill Never attempt to get on or off a moving machine Do NOT leave operator s station while the engine is running To av...

Page 37: ...and electrical harness are located on the left cab forward side of the windrower The reel drive and control hoses are located on the right cab forward side 1004166 A B Figure 3 3 Header Drive Hoses 1 Before connecting header drive hydraulics A and electrical harness B to header check fittings and connectors Clean them if required 1004167 A B C Figure 3 4 Header Drive Hoses 2 Disengage and rotate l...

Page 38: ...position 6 Remove the cover from electrical receptacle A 7 Push the electrical connector onto the receptacle and turn the collar on the connector to lock it in 8 Attach the cover to the mating cover on the windrower s wiring harness 1004170 A Figure 3 6 Hose Storage 9 Lower lever A and engage it in down position 1000751 1000751 Figure 3 7 Reel Hose Storage 10 Before connecting the reel hydraulics ...

Page 39: ...he multicoupler onto the header receptacle and push handle B to engage the connector pins 14 Push the handle away from the hoses until lock button A snaps out 15 Raise and lower the header and the reel a few times to allow trapped air to pass back to the reservoir 3 3 2 Detaching Header from Windrower To detach the header from an M Series Windrower follow the procedure provided here 1 Lower the he...

Page 40: ...ute the hose bundle back onto the windrower and store multicoupler C on the hose support 1003803 A Figure 3 11 Closed Receptacle Cover 6 Close the cover on header receptacle A Disconnecting header drive hydraulics 1005489 A Figure 3 12 Header Drive Hydraulics 7 Disengage and rotate lever A counterclockwise to the fully up position 8 Disconnect the electrical connector from the header OPERATION ...

Page 41: ...isengage 11 Install caps on the connectors and the hose ends if equipped Storing hose bundle on windrower support 1005491 A B C Figure 3 14 Hose Storage 12 Route hose bundle A back onto the hose support on the windrower 13 Rotate lever B and lock in the down position 14 Install cap C on the electrical connector 15 Detach the header from the windrower For instructions refer to the windrower operato...

Page 42: ...and remove key After attaching the header to the windrower for the first time follow these steps 1 Operate the machine with the reels drapers and knives running slowly for five minutes Watch and listen FROM THE OPERATOR S SEAT for binding or interfering parts NOTE Reels and side drapers will not operate until oil flow fills the lines 2 Refer to 4 12 1 Break in Inspection page 241 and perform all t...

Page 43: ...sure all the shields and guards are properly installed and secured Never alter or remove safety equipment Be sure you understand and have practiced safe use of all controls Know the capacity and operating characteristics of the machine Check the first aid kit and fire extinguisher Know where they are and how to use them 1 Adjust the tension on the drive belts depending on your equipment For instru...

Page 44: ...cessary through the day Do NOT take chances You may need a hard hat protective glasses or goggles heavy gloves a respirator or filter mask or wet weather gear Protect against noise Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as ear muffs or ear plugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortably loud noises 1 Check the machine for leaks and any parts that are missing broken or not working c...

Page 45: ...nition before leaving the operator s seat for any reason To shut down the header and before leaving the windrower seat for any reason follow these steps 1 Disengage the header drive 2 Park the windrower on level ground whenever possible 3 Lower the header fully 4 Place all controls in NEUTRAL or PARK 5 Lower and fully retract the reel 6 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 7 W...

Page 46: ...CAUTION Be sure all bystanders are clear of machine before starting engine or engaging any header drives Refer to your windrower operator s manual to identify the following in cab controls Header engage disengage Header height Header angle Ground speed Reel speed Reel height Reel fore aft position OPERATION ...

Page 47: ...er from falling unexpectedly For instructions on operating the safety props refer to your windrower operator s manual DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up or fall of a raised machine always stop the engine remove the key and engage the safety props before going under the header for any reason OPERATION ...

Page 48: ... engine and remove the key from the ignition before making adjustments to the machine WARNING To prevent bodily injury from the fall of a raised reel always engage the reel safety props before going under the raised reel for any reason A B A C C B ϭϬϯϵϳϲϮ Figure 3 16 Reel Safety Prop Left Arm Shown 1 Raise the reel fully 2 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 3 Move reel safet...

Page 49: ...ging Reel Safety Props Disengage the reel safety props once you have completed working on or around a raised reel DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before making adjustments to the machine 1004154 A Figure 3 18 Reel Safety Prop Left Arm Shown 1 Raise the reel to the maximum height 2 Shut ...

Page 50: ...169441 38 Revision D 1001697 B A Figure 3 19 Reel Safety Prop Center Arm 5 Double reel headers center reel arm Use handle B to move lock rod A to the outboard position OPERATION ...

Page 51: ...9 This table illustrates the reel profile at each cam setting and the reel location relative to the ground at different positions on the reel arm Table 3 1 Recommended Machine Setup Crop Type Stubble Crop Condition Light Normal Heavy Lodged Cereals 10 20 cm 4 8 in E A B D or G 25 cm 10 in F A B D or G Ground C A A A Alfalfa 10 20 cm 4 8 in E A A or C Canola 25 cm 10 in F A B or H D Grass Ground A ...

Page 52: ...gs continued Reel Setting Reference Cam Setting Number Finger Speed Gain Reel Position Number Header Angle Reel Finger Pattern C 3 30 6 or 7 Middle 1001821 D 3 30 3 or 4 Variable 1001820 E 4 35 6 or 7 Middle 1001821 F 4 35 2 or 3 Variable 1001822 OPERATION ...

Page 53: ...ommended Reel Settings continued Reel Setting Reference Cam Setting Number Finger Speed Gain Reel Position Number Header Angle Reel Finger Pattern G 4 35 1 Maximum ϭϬϰϬϬϬϵ H 4 35 1 Variable ϭϬϰϬϬϬϵ J 1 0 6 or 7 Middle 1001821 OPERATION ...

Page 54: ...reel farther from the ground Raise header increase header angle and position reel fully forward in lodged crop for maximum stubble height Minimum crop carrying capacity minimum area of exposed draper between the reel and the header backsheet occurs with the reel in the farthest aft position Maximum crop carrying capacity maximum area of exposed draper between the reel and the header backsheet occu...

Page 55: ...ry depending on the type of crop crop conditions etc Cutting off Ground When cutting off the ground height is controlled using a combination of header lift cylinder adjustment and a stabilizer wheel system or stabilizer slow speed transport wheel system The stabilizer wheel system in both options is designed to minimize bouncing at the header ends and float the header to achieve an even cutting he...

Page 56: ...and engage the support channel in slot D in the upper support 8 Push down on handle C to lock it 9 Lift the right wheel back into field position and ensure latch B is engaged 10 Secure the latch with hairpin A 1001702 B A Figure 3 21 Left Wheel 11 Support the wheel weight by lifting it slightly with one hand and pull up on handle A to release the lock 12 Lift the wheels to the desired height and e...

Page 57: ...er wheel system for header height control on headers from model year 2006 or earlier Doing so would damage the wheel suspension system DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator s seat for any reason CAUTION The handle may be under tension especially when the wheels are...

Page 58: ...fully lowered and the cutterbar on the ground The orientation of the knife and knife guards relative to the ground header angle is determined by the skid shoes and the center link it is NOT determined by the header lift cylinders The skid shoes and center link allow you to adjust to field conditions and maximize the amount of material cut while reducing damage to the knife caused by stones and deb...

Page 59: ... pin C engage the pin in the frame and secure it with lynch pin A 9 Repeat Step 5 page 47 to Step 8 page 47 for all inner skid shoes and ensure that all skid shoes are equally adjusted 10 Adjust the header angle to the desired working position using the machine s header angle controls If the header angle is not critical set it to the mid position 11 Check the header float as described in your wind...

Page 60: ... your windrower operator s manual for details about header float adjustments 3 12 3 Header Angle Header angle can be adjusted to accommodate different crop conditions and or soil types ϭϬϰϬϬϭϯ A B C Figure 3 29 Shortest Center Link The header angle A controls the distance between the draper and ground B and is a critical component for effective cutting on the ground The header angle is similar to ...

Page 61: ... and evenness of the delivered crop Operating the reel too fast or too slow relative to ground speed will cause bunching At the proper speed the reel discs should appear to be being driven by the ground If they look like they are skidding relative to ground the reel is turning too slow If they look like they are spinning excessively relative to the ground reel speed may be too fast In standing cro...

Page 62: ...drives Use lower ground speeds in very light crops e g short soybeans to allow the reel to pull in short plants Start at 4 8 5 8 km h 3 0 3 5 mph and adjust as required Higher ground speeds may require heavier float settings to prevent excessive bouncing which causes uneven cutting and possible damage to cutting components If ground speed is increased draper and reel speeds should be increased to ...

Page 63: ...eed is 1200 strokes per minute spm Refer to your windrower operator s manual for more information Table 3 5 Knife Speed Guidelines Recommended Knife Speed Range spm Header Size Single Knife Double Knife 4 6 m 15 ft 1500 1900 6 1 and 7 6 m 20 and 25 ft 1200 1400 1400 1700 9 1 m 30 ft 1200 1400 1200 1600 10 7 m 35 ft 1100 1300 1200 1400 12 2 m 40 ft 1050 1200 1100 1400 Knife Speed Recommendations Re...

Page 64: ...A crops at 8 0 km hr 5 0 mph with a single knife header use a knife speed between 710 and 735 rpm 1420 and 1470 spm ϭϬϰϬϭϭϲ Figure 3 34 9 1 m 30 ft Single and Double Knife Headers Group A Forage alfalfa and flax Group B Canola cereals and edible beans Example Cutting Group A or B crops at 8 0 km hr 5 0 mph with a double knife header use a knife speed of approximately 680 rpm 1360 spm OPERATION ...

Page 65: ... and 1300 spm ϭϬϰϬϭϭϴ Figure 3 36 12 2 m 40 ft Single and Double Knife Headers Example Cutting flax at 13 7 km hr 8 5 mph with a single knife header use a knife speed between 595 and 645 rpm 1190 and 1290 spm NOTE This is close to the maximum knife speed for a 12 2 m 40 ft single knife header which may result in ragged cutting Double knife headers allow higher knife speeds and clean cutting OPERAT...

Page 66: ...m setting Bushy or heavy standing all Raised The following conditions might result if the reel is set too low Crop loss over the header backtube Crop disturbance on the drapers caused by the reel fingers Crop being pushed down by the tine tubes The following conditions might result if the reel is set too high Cutterbar plugging Crop lodging and being left uncut Grain stalks dropping ahead of cutte...

Page 67: ...hoes or adjust the header angle as required when operating with the reel in this position Otherwise damage to the fingers will occur IMPORTANT Adjust to a steeper header angle if experiencing difficulty picking up flattened crop Refer to for adjustment instructions Adjust reel position only if header angle adjustments are not satisfactory Refer to for recommended reel positions in specific crops a...

Page 68: ...reel position suits normal conditions but the fore aft position can be adjusted as required using the controls inside the cab 1 Select FORE AFT mode on the selector switch in the cab ϭϬϯϵϴϯϲ A Figure 3 39 Fore Aft Decal 2 Operate the hydraulics to move the reel to the desired position using decal A as a reference 3 Check the reel clearance to the cutterbar after making changes to the cam setting R...

Page 69: ... C D E Figure 3 40 Right Reel Arm Cylinder in Forward Position 3 Remove bolt and nut A and four bolts B securing hose shield C NOTE Only two of bolt B are visible in the illustration The other two are on the other side of the hose shield 4 Move hose shield C and the hoses away from the reel arm cylinder 5 Remove bolts D that secure aft plate E and then remove the aft plate ϭϬϰϬϭϮϭ A B Figure 3 41 ...

Page 70: ...s the support assembly NOTE Loosen a hose fitting to allow movement of the cylinder rod Be sure to retighten the hose fitting after cylinder installation 8 Reinstall plates B and C with previously removed bolts ϭϬϰϬϭϮϯ A B C Figure 3 43 Right Reel Arm Cylinder 9 Reposition the hoses and reinstall hose shield C with bolts B 10 Position the hoses inside hose shield C and reinstall bolt and nut A OPE...

Page 71: ...h page 63 Repositioning Fore Aft Cylinders on Double Reel The reel can be moved approximately 227 mm 9 in farther aft by repositioning the fore aft cylinders on the reel arms DANGER To prevent injury or death from the unexpected start up of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator s seat for any reason 1 Position the reel fully aft with su...

Page 72: ... Reel Arm Cylinder 7 Lift the aft end of the cylinder out of the support assembly and retract the cylinder so that cylinder center port fitting A engages the support assembly NOTE Loosen a hose fitting to allow movement of the cylinder rod Be sure to retighten the hose fitting after cylinder installation 8 Reinstall forward support plate B with bolts C OPERATION ...

Page 73: ...de hose shield C and reinstall bolt and nut A 11 Reinstall aft support plate D with bolts E Repositioning the right arm cylinder ϭϬϰϬϭϮϴ A B Figure 3 49 Right Reel Arm Cylinder 12 Remove bolts A that secure aft plate B and then remove the aft plate ϭϬϰϬϭϮϵ A B Figure 3 50 Right Reel Arm Cylinder 13 Remove bolts A so that front support B is free to move up OPERATION ...

Page 74: ...D Figure 3 52 Left Reel Arm Cylinder 16 Loosen fitting A to allow it to rotate when the cylinder is repositioned 17 Remove bolt B nut and spacer C that secure the cylinder to the left reel arm 18 Extend the cylinder so that the mounting hole lines up with new location D as shown NOTE Loosen a hose fitting to allow movement of the cylinder rod Be sure to retighten the fitting after cylinder install...

Page 75: ...justments are necessary refer to Adjusting Reel Cam D60 page 67 1001819 Figure 3 53 Finger Profile Cam Position 1 Cam Position 1 Reel Position 6 or 7 delivers the most even crop flow onto the drapers without fluffing up or disturbing the material This setting will release crop close to the cutterbar and works best if the cutterbar is on the ground Some crops will not be delivered past the cutterba...

Page 76: ...ader Angle At Maximum and Reel Fully Forward provides the maximum amount of reel reach below the cutterbar to pick up lodged crops This position leaves a significant amount of stubble when cutting height is set to approximately 203 mm 8 in In damp materials such as rice it s possible to double the ground speed because of the reduction of cut material This setting generates a fingertip speed that i...

Page 77: ... injury or death from the unexpected start up of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator s seat for any reason 1 Lower the reel fully 2 Lower the header fully 3 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition ϭϬϯϵϴϰϬ A Figure 3 58 Reel Arm D50 4 Loosen bolt A on the clamp securing the cam disc to the reel arm OPERATION ...

Page 78: ...sen bolt A in the cam slot and rotate the cam clockwise so that the bolt disengages from cam stop B 6 Remove bolt A from the cam disc ϭϬϯϵϴϰϮ A Figure 3 60 Reel Arm D50 7 Rotate the cam disc to the desired position Use a wrench on bolt head A if necessary OPERATION ...

Page 79: ...g the operator s seat for any reason 1 Lower the reel fully 2 Lower the header fully 3 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition ϭϬϯϵϴϯϴ A B C Figure 3 62 Cam Disc Positions 4 Turn latch pin A counterclockwise using a 3 4 in wrench to release the cam disc IMPORTANT Turning the pin to the end of the ramp will lock the pin in the disengaged position Turn the pin clockwise to unlock i...

Page 80: ...h option follow the recommended removal procedure provided here DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up or fall of a raised machine always stop the engine remove the key and engage the safety props before going under the header for any reason 1 Lower the reel 2 Raise the header fully 3 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 4 Engage the header safet...

Page 81: ...removal procedure provided here DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up or fall of a raised machine always stop the engine remove the key and engage the safety props before going under the header for any reason 1 Lower the reel 2 Raise the header fully 3 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 4 Engage the header safety props For instructions refer t...

Page 82: ...ps before going under the header for any reason 1 Lower the reel fully 2 Raise the header fully 3 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 4 Engage the safety props For instructions refer to your windrower operator s manual 5 Open or remove the endshields For instructions refer to 4 3 Endshields page 116 1001837 B A Figure 3 66 Stored Crop Divider 6 Remove the crop divider from th...

Page 83: ...t bolts A to tighten the crop divider and eliminate lateral movement 11 Close or install the endshields For instructions refer to 4 3 Endshields page 116 Installing Crop Dividers without Latch Option onto Header D50 To correctly install crop dividers without the latch option follow the recommended installation procedure provided here DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected sta...

Page 84: ... Remove bolt A lock washer and flat washer from the inside of the endsheet 1001837 B A Figure 3 70 Stored Crop Divider 7 Remove the crop divider from the storage location by lifting the crop divider to disengage lugs A at the lower end and then lowering it slightly to disengage pin B from the endsheet 1001216 A Figure 3 71 Crop Divider 8 Position the crop divider as shown by inserting lugs A into ...

Page 85: ...p divider rods can be used in conjunction with crop dividers The removable crop divider rods are most useful when crop is down In standing crops using only crop dividers is recommended Table 3 7 Crop Divider Rods Recommended Use With Divider Rods Without Divider Rods Alfalfa Lodged cereal Edible beans Canola Peas Milo Flax Soybeans Rice Grass seed Sudan grass Soybeans Lentils Winter forage Standin...

Page 86: ...169441 74 Revision D 1004684 A Figure 3 74 Right Endsheet 2 Store both crop divider rods A inboard on the right endsheet OPERATION ...

Page 87: ...ons with respect to these factors The procedure for adjusting the delivery opening varies depending on whether the optional hydraulic deck shift has been installed Also refer to 3 13 3 Double Windrowing page 76 3 13 1 Adjusting Size of Delivery Opening on Header with Manual Deck Shift D60 Both draper decks can be moved manually to adjust the delivery opening Both decks can be positioned to vary th...

Page 88: ...dium opening holes B and for a narrow opening holes C 2 Re install and tighten bolts D 3 Repeat these steps on the other deck 3 13 3 Double Windrowing Double windrowing is laying two swaths side by side Larger capacity combines or forage harvesters can then pick up twice as much material in a single pass saving time and fuel Double windrowing is available on D60 7 6 12 2 m 25 40 ft headers The end...

Page 89: ...e left end B of the header use the deck shift control in the windrower to shift the decks to the right end of the header 3 Complete the second round to lay a double windrow 4 Repeat above steps to lay additional double windrow NOTE The end delivery opening is designed to give adequate clearance between the first windrow and the standing crop and optimum space between the two windrows Shifting Deck...

Page 90: ...er opening Tighten bolt A 1004695 1004695 A Figure 3 79 Right Deck Motor 3 Reverse draper drive motor hoses A on the moved deck so that the draper turns the same direction as the unmoved deck NOTE Loosen the clamp on the plastic sleeve at the drive motor so that hoses A can be reversed Tighten the clamp NOTE To deliver crop from the left end move the decks to the right end of the header following ...

Page 91: ...Double Windrowing 4 Position decks at the left end of header to deliver crop from right end A 5 Complete one round or one length of the field 6 Complete the second round or length in the opposite direction to lay a double windrow 7 Repeat the above steps to lay additional double windrows OPERATION ...

Page 92: ...scriptions Windrow Type Windrow Descriptions Herringbone 1004222 Description The most desirable form of windrow stalks are crossed and interwoven Heads are distributed across full width of windrow This windrow can be formed by center delivery only Weight Distribution Good Curing Good Weatherability Excellent Machine Setting Guidelines Reel and ground speed approximately equal Medium draper speed C...

Page 93: ...t Distribution Poor Curing Fair Weatherability Poor Machine Setting Guidelines High draper speed High header angle Center delivery Parallel 1004533 Description The stalks are parallel to windrow and heads evenly distributed across width of windrow This windrow can be formed by center delivery or end delivery Weight Distribution Good Curing Good Weatherability Good Machine Setting Guidelines Medium...

Page 94: ...ssive tine pitch End delivery or center delivery if crop is leaning 75 Diagonal 1004220 Description The stalks are closer to parallel than the 45 windrow Stalk tips are lined along one edge with heads opposite 75 to windrow perpendicular This windrow can be formed by end delivery or by center delivery if the crop is leaning to one side Weight Distribution Fair Curing Good Weatherability Fair Machi...

Page 95: ... using the table below Level Moisture Condition Wet Over 45 Soil is muddy Damp 25 45 Shows footprints Dry Under 25 Surface is dusty If the ground is wet due to irrigation wait until soil moisture drops below 45 If the ground is wet due to frequent rains cut when the weather allows and let the forage lie on the wet ground until it dries to the moisture level of the ground The cut hay will dry no mo...

Page 96: ...gthen drying time by a full day in hay that will not be raked If practical set forming shields for a narrower windrow that can be straddled NOTE Driving on windrows in high yielding crops may be unavoidable if a full width windrow is necessary 3 15 6 Raking and Tedding Raking or tedding speeds up drying however benefits must be evaluated against additional leaf loss There is little or no advantage...

Page 97: ...ese steps DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before making adjustments to the machine WARNING To prevent bodily injury from the fall of a raised reel always engage the reel safety props before going under the raised reel for any reason 1 Raise the reel fully 2 Lower the header fully 3 Shut...

Page 98: ...If the draper deflectors are too wide they can be trimmed to narrow them To trim the deflectors follow these steps DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before making adjustments to the machine WARNING To prevent bodily injury from the fall of a raised reel always engage the reel safety props...

Page 99: ...parallel to the endsheet 7 Using a sharp knife cut the rubber deflector along lines A and B taking care not to cut the draper underneath the deflector 8 Cut the rubber deflector along steel retainer C from the inboard edge up to line B and remove the excess rubber ϭϬϯϵϴϳϲ Figure 3 85 Deflector After Trimming 9 Use the cut off portion of the deflector as a template to rework the deflector on the op...

Page 100: ...fore making adjustments to the machine WARNING To prevent bodily injury from the fall of a raised reel always engage the reel safety props before going under the raised reel for any reason CAUTION Wear heavy gloves when working around or handling knives 1 Raise the reel fully 2 Lower the header fully 3 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 4 Engage the reel safety props For ins...

Page 101: ...169441 89 Revision D 10 Tighten bolts B OPERATION ...

Page 102: ...NOTE The float springs are NOT used to level the header 1 If the header is not level check the pressure of the windrower s tires to ensure they are properly inflated For instructions refer to the windrower operator s manual 2 If the header is still not level adjust the windrower linkages as required For instructions refer to the windrower operator s manual OPERATION ...

Page 103: ...ring the rotating reel on a plugged cutterbar will damage the reel components To remove plugged material from the cutterbar follow these steps 1 Stop forward movement of the machine and disengage the header drives 2 With the header on the ground back up several feet and then engage the header drive clutch 3 If the plug does not clear disengage the header drive clutch and raise the header fully 4 S...

Page 104: ...ghting NOTE Newer UCA kits do not include or use beater bars they use bolt on flighting instead 3 20 1 Removing Beater Bars Beater bars assist in delivering material through the header opening but the beater bars are removable if wrapping occurs DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before ma...

Page 105: ...er Bars Beater bars can improve the delivery of material through the header opening DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before making adjustments to the machine NOTE Some newer upper cross augers do not have beater bars 1 Lower the header to the ground 2 Shut down the engine and remove the ...

Page 106: ...uger rotation 4 Position the remaining clamp sets C onto the auger tube and loosely attach to beater bar B with carriage bolts A and nuts Bolt heads MUST face the direction of auger rotation 5 Position second beater bar B in clamp sets C and secure with carriage bolts A and nuts NOTE To reduce the chance of wrapping offset the beater bars by 90 6 Tighten the bolts 1001652 A B C Figure 3 92 Beater ...

Page 107: ...mps red tail lamps and head lamps are clean and working properly Pivot amber lamps for best visibility by approaching traffic Always use these lamps on roads to provide adequate warning to other vehicles Do NOT use field lamps on roads they may confuse other drivers Before driving on a roadway clean the slow moving vehicle emblem and reflectors Adjust the rear view mirror and clean the windows Low...

Page 108: ...ehicle Adjust the safety chain length to provide only enough slack to permit turning Connect the header seven pole plug wiring harness to the mating receptacle on the towing vehicle The seven pole receptacle is available from your MacDon Dealer Parts Department Ensure the lights are functioning properly and clean the slow moving vehicle sign and other reflectors Use flashing warning lights unless ...

Page 109: ... the tires to prevent the header from rolling and unhook the header from the towing vehicle 2 Disconnect electrical connector A on the tow bar 3 Remove pin B from the tow bar and detach outer section C from inner section D 1001725 A Figure 3 94 Wiring Connector 4 Disconnect electrical connector A at the front wheel 1001154 A B C Figure 3 95 Tow Bar Latch 5 Remove clevis pin A and set aside for rei...

Page 110: ...Storage 1 On the left side of the header s backtube place the inner end of the outer half of the tow bar into cradle A NOTE The exact appearance of the tow bar storage cradle varies according to the model of header 2 Secure the clevis pintle end of the tow bar in support B on the endsheet using hitch pin C Secure the pin with a lynch pin 3 Install rubber strap D on cradle A OPERATION ...

Page 111: ...er float Refer to your windrower operator s manual for adjustment procedures 8 Place the transport wheels into field position Refer to the following Moving Front Wheels into Field Position page 99 Moving Rear Wheels into Field Position page 101 Moving Front Wheels into Field Position The front left wheels are located closest to the towing vehicle To prepare for operation in the field the wheel ass...

Page 112: ... rear of the header Store the pin in hole C at the top of the leg 6 Pull handle D upward to release and lower the linkage into the vertical support 1001151 D A B C Figure 3 100 Front Wheels Left 7 Align lift hook A with lug B and lift the wheel assembly to engage the pin in the lift hook Ensure latch C is engaged 8 Install clevis pin D and secure to the center of the axle with the hairpin OPERATIO...

Page 113: ...in the field the rear wheel assembly must be rotated to face the cutterbar and lifted to the desired height 1001739 A Figure 3 102 Rear Wheel Right Side 1 Pull up pin A on the left rear wheel swivel the wheel clockwise and release the pin to lock the wheel 1001740 A C D B Figure 3 103 Rear Wheel Right Side 2 Remove pin A and store at location B 3 Pull handle C upward to release the linkage 4 Lift ...

Page 114: ...ure 3 105 Rear Axles 9 Pull up pin A on the right wheel Swivel the wheel counterclockwise to the position shown and release pin A to lock the wheel in place 10 Remove hairpin B from latch C 11 Lift the wheel lift latch C and engage lug D onto the left axle Ensure the latch closes 12 Secure the latch with hairpin B ensuring the open end of the pin faces the rear of the windrower NOTE The hairpin ca...

Page 115: ...o face the direction of travel DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up or fall of a raised machine always stop the engine remove the key and engage the safety props before going under the header for any reason CAUTION Stand clear of the wheels and release the linkage carefully the wheels will drop once the mechanism is released 1001226 A B Figure 3 107 Raising Linkage...

Page 116: ... Wheels 5 Remove the hairpin and clevis pin A 6 Pull latch handle B to release suspension linkage C and pull the suspension linkage away from spindle D 7 Lower the wheels slowly 1005665 B Figure 3 109 Locking Linkage 8 Lower handle B to lock the linkage OPERATION ...

Page 117: ...vehicle To prepare for transport the wheels must be lowered to the ground expanded to transport width and rotated to face the direction of travel 1001631 B A D E C Figure 3 111 Separating Axles 1 Remove hairpin A from latch B 2 Lift latch B disengage right axle C and lower to the ground CAUTION Stand clear of the wheels and release the linkage carefully the wheels will drop once the mechanism is r...

Page 118: ...kage Turn the pin to lock 7 Pull pin D swivel wheel C counterclockwise 90 and release the pin to lock 1001152 Figure 3 113 Left Wheel in Transport Position 8 Ensure the left wheel is in the transport position as shown 1001628 A B Figure 3 114 Right Rear Wheel 9 Pull pin A and swivel right rear wheel B clockwise 90 OPERATION ...

Page 119: ...le 12 Swing brace C into the position shown and insert the brace into slot D behind the cutterbar Position the brace so that pin E engages the hole in bracket F The right wheel is now in transport position 13 Disengage the header safety props For instructions refer to the the windrower operator s manual 14 Detach the header s hydraulic and electrical connections from the windrower For instructions...

Page 120: ...e of the header 2 Remove clevis pin C and detach the tube end from support B 3 Replace clevis pin C 4 Lift the inner half of the tow bar off the header and place it near the left side of the header 1004704 A B C D Figure 3 118 Tow Bar Removal Left Side 5 Unhook rubber strap D from cradle A on the left side of the header 6 Remove hitch pin C from support B and remove the tow bar 7 Install rubber st...

Page 121: ...lf A 1000715 1000715 1000715 A B Figure 3 120 Tow Bar Assembly 9 Lift outer half B and insert it into inner half A 1010274 A B C Figure 3 121 Tow Bar Assembly 10 Secure the two halves together with L pin A and then turn to lock Secure the L pin with ring B 11 Connect the electrical harness to connector C OPERATION ...

Page 122: ...w bar A onto the axle and push against latch B until the tow bar pins drop into hooks C 13 Check that latch B has engaged the tow bar 14 Install clevis pin D and secure with hairpin 1010275 A Figure 3 123 Harness Connection 15 Connect electrical harness A at the front wheel OPERATION ...

Page 123: ...r of these items will save time and effort at the beginning of next season Loosen the drive belts Lubricate the header thoroughly leaving excess grease on the fittings to keep moisture out of the bearings Apply grease to exposed threads cylinder rods and sliding surfaces of components Store the machine in a dry protected place if possible If storing outside always cover with a waterproof canvas or...

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Page 125: ...all safety precautions before beginning service on the machine 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 CAUTION To avoid personal injury follow all the safety precautions listed before ...

Page 126: ...the ignition before leaving the operator s seat for any reason 1001382 A B C E D Figure 4 1 Chain Link Connector 1 Locate the ends of the chain on the sprocket 2 Install pin connector A into chain preferably from the sprocket backside 3 Install connector B onto the pins 4 Install spring clip C onto front pin D with the closed end of the clip in the direction of sprocket rotation 5 Locate one leg o...

Page 127: ...B second flangette C and lock collar D NOTE The locking cam is on only one side of the bearing 3 Install and tighten flangette bolts E 4 Position the shaft correctly and lock the lock collar with a punch Lock the collar in the same direction the shaft rotates and tighten the set screw in the collar 5 Loosen the flangette bolts on the mating bearing one turn and then retighten This will allow the b...

Page 128: ...der 4 3 1 Opening Hinged Endshield Hinged header endshields can be opened to provide access to the components within ϭϬϯϵϵϰϴ A Figure 4 3 Inboard Side of Left Endsheet 1 To open a hinged header endshield press against the latch in the opening at location A on the inboard side of the endsheet ϭϬϯϵϵϰϵ A Figure 4 4 Open Endshield 2 Pull the endshield away from the header and swing it out and back beh...

Page 129: ...the endshield ϭϬϯϵϵϰϵ A Figure 4 5 Open Endshield 1 Lift latch A to allow the endshield to move ϭϬϯϵϵϱϬ A Figure 4 6 Left Endshield 2 Swing the endshield forward until the front engages crop divider A ϭϬϯϵϵϱϭ A Figure 4 7 Left Endshield 3 Push the endshield in at location A opposite the latch The endshield will self latch MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 130: ...etween the front end of the endshield and the header frame and compare the measurement to the values provided in this table Table 4 1 Gap X Chart Temperature C F Gap X between Endshield and Frame mm in 4 25 28 1 1 8 7 45 24 1 18 65 20 13 16 29 85 16 5 8 41 105 12 1 2 52 125 8 5 16 63 145 4 3 16 89 165 0 If adjustments are required proceed as follows ϭϬϯϵϵϱϰ Figure 4 9 Left Endshield 2 Open the end...

Page 131: ...169441 119 Revision D ϭϬϯϵϵϱϮ A Figure 4 10 Endshield Support 3 Loosen bolts A on the support ϭϬϯϵϵϱϯ A B Figure 4 11 Latch Assembly 4 Loosen bolts A on latch assembly B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 132: ...ndshield 5 Close the endshield and adjust its position to achieve the desired gap between the front end of the endshield and the header frame ϭϬϯϵϵϱϯ A B Figure 4 13 Latch Assembly 6 Re open the endshield and tighten bolts A MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 133: ...ighten bolts A 8 Loosen bolts B ϭϬϯϵϵϱϲ A B Figure 4 15 Latch 9 Loosen bolts A on latch B and adjust the latch as required to achieve a snug fit between the aft end of the endshield and the header frame 10 Tighten all bolts 11 Close the endshield MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 134: ...16 Left Endshield 1 Open the endshield For instructions refer to 4 3 1 Opening Hinged Endshield page 116 ϭϬϯϵϵϱϳ A Figure 4 17 Endshield Support 2 Remove screw A from the top of the endshield support tube 3 Lift the endshield off the support tube MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 135: ...ϵϱϳ A Figure 4 18 Endshield Support 1 Position the endshield on the support tube 2 Secure in place with screw A ϭϬϯϵϵϱϰ Figure 4 19 Left Endshield 3 Close the endshield For instructions refer to 4 3 2 Closing Hinged Endshields page 117 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 136: ...s against the latch in the opening at location A on the inboard side of the endsheet ϭϬϯϵϵϱϴ Figure 4 21 Endshield Removed 2 Lift the endshield up then pull it out and back 4 3 7 Installing Non Hinged Endshields ϭϬϯϵϵϱϵ A B Figure 4 22 Endshield Removed 1 Position the forward end of the endshield in crop divider A and then position the endshield over the endsheet Pin B at the top of the endsheet m...

Page 137: ...sition of the latch pin can be adjusted to compensate for dimensional changes 1001672 X Figure 4 24 Gap Between Endshield and Frame 1 Measure gap X between the front end of the endshield and the header frame and compare the measurement to the values provided in this table Table 4 2 Gap X Chart Temperature C F Gap X between Endshield and Frame mm in 4 25 28 1 1 8 7 45 24 1 18 65 20 13 16 29 85 16 5...

Page 138: ...structions refer to 4 3 6 Removing Non Hinged Endshields page 124 ϭϬϯϵϵϱϯ A B Figure 4 26 Latch Assembly 3 Loosen bolts A on latch assembly B ϭϬϯϵϵϲϬ Figure 4 27 Right Endshield 4 Close the endshield and adjust its position to achieve the desired gap between the front end of the endshield and the header frame MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 139: ... the endshield and tighten bolts A ϭϬϯϵϵϱϲ A B Figure 4 29 Latch 6 Loosen bolts A on latch B and adjust the latch as required to achieve a snug fit between the aft end of the endshield and the header frame 7 Tighten bolts A 8 Close the endshield MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 140: ...lways stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator s seat for any reason 1001336 Figure 4 30 Greasing Interval Decal Refer to the inside back cover for recommended lubricants Log hours of operation and use the Maintenance Record provided to keep a record of scheduled maintenance Refer to 4 12 3 Maintenance Record page 243 1 Wipe the grease fitting with a clean c...

Page 141: ...ry 25 Hours A Knifehead Single Knife 1 Place Double Knife 2 Places Lubricate every 25 hours IMPORTANT To prevent binding and or excessive wear caused by knife pressure on the guards do NOT overgrease knifehead A Apply only one to two pumps using a mechanical grease gun Do NOT use an electric grease gun If more than six to eight pumps of the grease gun are required to fill the cavity replace the se...

Page 142: ...bly A Right End Bearing B Two Piece Auger Only Upper Cross Auger U joints Two places accessible by opening cover D C Two Piece Auger Only Upper Cross Auger Sliding Hubs Two places accessible by opening cover D E Two Piece Auger Only Upper Cross Auger Center Bearings Two Places MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 143: ...NTENANCE AND SERVICING 1 The U joint has a cross and bearing kit with an extended lubrication interval Stop greasing when greasing becomes difficult or if the U joint stops taking grease Overgreasing will damage the U joint Six to eight pumps are sufficient at first grease factory Decrease the grease interval i e grease more often as the U joint wears and requires more than six pumps ...

Page 144: ... Figure 4 35 Every 100 Hours A Knife Drive Box Check Oil Level Between Lower Hole and End of Dipstick B C Reel Drive Chain 1 Place Double Reel Shown Single Reel Similar D Hydraulic Couplers Use WD40 or Equivalent MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 145: ...ANCE AND SERVICING 2 The U joint has a cross and bearing kit with an extended lubrication interval Stop greasing when greasing becomes difficult or if the U joint stops taking grease Overgreasing will damage the U joint Six to eight pumps are sufficient at first grease factory Decrease the grease interval i e grease more often as the U joint wears and requires more than six pumps ...

Page 146: ...69441 134 Revision D 1010062 D C A B Figure 4 37 Every 500 Hours A Reel Right Bearing 1 Place B Reel Center Bearing 1 Place C Wheel Bearings 4 Places D Reel Left Bearing 1 Place MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 147: ...can be used to troubleshoot hydraulic problems on your D50 or D60 single reel header ϭϬϰϬϮϯϬ A B C D E F G H J K Figure 4 38 Hydraulic Schematic for a D50 or D60 Single Reel Header A Right Fore Aft Cylinder B Reel Motor C Right Lift Cylinder D Left Lift Cylinder E Left Fore Aft Cylinder F Aft G Pressure H Return J Lift K Fore MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 148: ...0 single reel header with manual deck shift with or without an upper cross auger A B C D E F G Figure 4 39 Hydraulic Schematic for a D50 Single Knife Header with Manual Deck Shift A Right Draper Motor B Left Draper Motor C Upper Cross Auger if Installed D Draper Pressure E Return F Knife Pressure G Left Knife Drive Motor MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 149: ...Ϯϵ A B C D E F G H J K L M Figure 4 40 Hydraulic Schematic for a D60 Double Reel Header A Right Fore Aft Cylinder B Right Lift Cylinder C Reel Motor D Center Fore Aft Cylinder E Center Lift Cylinder F Left Lift Cylinder G Left Fore Aft Cylinder H Fore Coupler J Return Coupler K Pressure Coupler L Aft Coupler M Lift Coupler MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 150: ...thout an upper cross auger ϭϬϰϬϮϮϴ A B C D E F G H J K L Figure 4 41 Hydraulic Schematic for a D60 Double Knife Header with Hydraulic Deck Shift A Case Drain B Draper Pressure C Return D Knife Pressure E Knife Drive Motor F Right Hydraulic Deck Shift Motor G Right Draper Motor H Four Way Valve J Left Draper Motor K Left Hydraulic Deck Shift Motor L Upper Cross Auger Motor if Installed MAINTENANCE ...

Page 151: ...ER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before making adjustments to the machine 1 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition ϭϬϯϵϴϴϬ A Figure 4 42 Amber Light 2 Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove screws A from the fixture and remove the plastic lens 3 Push and twist light bulb to ...

Page 152: ...R To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before making adjustments to the machine WARNING Wear heavy gloves when working around or handling knives NOTE Coarse serrated knife sections last longer than fine serrated sections in dirty or sandy conditions Fine serrated knife sections perform better in fi...

Page 153: ...son WARNING Stand to the rear of the knife during removal to reduce the risk of injury from the cutting edges Wear heavy gloves when handling a knife 1 Raise the header fully 2 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 3 Engage the header safety props For instructions refer to the windrower operator s manual 4 Stroke the knife manually to its outer limit 5 Clean the area around the...

Page 154: ...e rear of the knife during removal to reduce the risk of injury from the cutting edges Wear heavy gloves when handling a knife IMPORTANT Repeat this procedure for each knife 1 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 2 Remove the knife For instructions refer to 4 7 2 Removing Knife page 141 NOTE Because the bearing is being replaced it is not necessary to wrap the knifehead to pro...

Page 155: ...premature knifehead or knife drive box failure ensure there s a tight fit between knifehead pin A and the needle bearing and also between the knifehead pin and the output arm 4 Install the knife For instructions refer to 4 7 5 Installing Knife page 143 4 7 5 Installing Knife The cutterbar knife is designed to easily be replaced if worn or damaged A spare knife can be stored in the header frame tub...

Page 156: ...Using a feeler gauge check that the gap at location E is 0 25 mm 0 01 in 1002943 A Figure 4 50 Knifehead 8 Install grease fitting A into the knifehead pin and turn the grease fitting for easy access IMPORTANT Grease the knifehead just enough to start a slight downward movement Overgreasing will lead to knife misalignment which causes the guards to overheat and the drive systems to overload 4 7 6 S...

Page 157: ... tool MD 140135 available from your MacDon Dealer 1 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 1001260 Figure 4 52 Upward Adjustment 2 Position the tool as shown and pull up to adjust the guard tips upwards 1001261 Figure 4 53 Downward Adjustment 3 Position the tool as shown and push down to adjust the guard tips downwards NOTE If you have trouble cutting tangled or fine stemmed mat...

Page 158: ...he knife manually until the knife sections are spaced midway between the guards 1009493 B C A Figure 4 54 Pointed Guards 3 Remove two nuts B and bolts attaching guard A and hold down C if applicable to the cutterbar 4 Remove guard A hold down C if applicable and plastic wearplate if installed ϭϬϯϵϵϵϬ A B C Figure 4 55 Pointed Guards Left End of Cutterbar A Half Guard End B Drive Side C Normal IMPO...

Page 159: ...usting Knife Hold Downs page 151 NOTE The guard at the center of a double knife header where the two knives overlap requires a different replacement procedure For instructions refer to Steps 8 page 147 through 12 page 148 Replacing center guards 7 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 1001459 B A C D Figure 4 57 Center Guards 8 Remove two nuts B and bolts attaching guard A and ...

Page 160: ...d at this location 11 Check and adjust the clearance between the hold down and knife For instructions refer to Checking and Adjusting Knife Hold Downs page 151 Replacing Stub Guards Stub guards complete with hold downs and adjuster plates are designed to cut tough crops Stub guards are available for 4 6 7 6 m 15 25 ft D60 headers only Replacing normal drive side and end guards DANGER To prevent bo...

Page 161: ...te if installed hold down C and adjuster bar D IMPORTANT Note the position of the miter on adjuster bar D and reinstall the adjuster bar in the same position Miters should NOT be adjacent to each other 1001476 B A Figure 4 60 Stub Guards A Normal Guard B Drive Side Guard IMPORTANT The first four outboard guards B on the drive sides of the header do NOT have ledger plates Ensure the proper replacem...

Page 162: ...ighten 6 Check and adjust the clearance between the hold downs and the knife For instructions refer to Checking and Adjusting Knife Hold Downs page 151 Replacing center guards NOTE The guard at the center of a double knife header where the two knives overlap requires a slightly different replacement procedure 7 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 163: ...djusting Knife Hold Downs Follow the provided procedures to properly check and adjust the knife hold downs NOTE Align guards prior to checking and adjusting hold downs For instructions refer to Adjusting Knife Guards page 145 Perform daily inspections to ensure knife hold downs are preventing knife sections from lifting off guards while permitting knife to slide without binding Proceed to the appl...

Page 164: ...n sections A and C under center hold down B 7 Measure between knife sections A and C with a feeler gauge The clearances should be as follows At tip of hold down 0 1 0 4 mm 0 004 0 016 in At rear of hold down 0 1 1 0 mm 0 004 0 040 in 8 If necessary refer to Adjusting Hold Down Clips at Double Knife Center Pointed Guard page 154 Checking Stub Guard Hold Downs This procedure is to measure clearance ...

Page 165: ...rd Hold Downs page 155 1024845 A B C D E Figure 4 67 Double Knife Center Short Knife Guard Hold Down 5 Double knife center stub guard Manually stroke the knife to locate sections under hold down B Measure clearance between knife sections A and C with a feeler gauge The clearance should be as follows At hold down tip D 0 1 0 4 mm 0 004 0 016 in At rear of hold down E 0 1 1 0 mm 0 004 0 040 in 6 If ...

Page 166: ... in overheating of the knife and the guards adjust clearance as necessary Adjusting Hold Down Clips at Double Knife Center Pointed Guard Follow the provided procedure to properly adjust the hold down clips at the double knife center pointed guard DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected startup of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key before adjusting the machin...

Page 167: ...tub Guard Forged Hold Down 2 Manually stroke knife to center section s A under hold down B as shown in the Figure at right 3 Loosen nuts C and back off bolts D clear of cutterbar 4 Position a C clamp or equivalent on trash bar at location F and lightly clamp hold down B to guard E 5 Turn bolts D until they contact cutterbar then tighten ONE turn 6 Remove clamp 7 Tighten nuts C and torque to 45 Nm ...

Page 168: ...djustments it may be necessary to loosen nuts D turn adjuster bolt C and then retighten nuts 12 Torque nuts D to 88 Nm 65 lbf ft after all adjustments are complete and specified clearances are achieved For instructions refer to Checking Stub Guard Hold Downs page 152 DANGER Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area 13 Complete hold down adjustments run header at low engine speed and li...

Page 169: ...njury 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 IMPORTANT To prolong belt and drive life do NOT overtighten the belt 1 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 2 Open the endshield For instructions ref...

Page 170: ... knife drive belt removal procedure is the same for both sides of a double knife header 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 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignit...

Page 171: ... removal Installing Untimed Knife Drive Belts The procedure for installing untimed knife drive belts is the same for both sides of the header 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 ...

Page 172: ...r 35 ft and smaller model D60 Draper Headers Tensioning Timed Knife Drive Belts The procedure for tensioning timed knife drive belts is the same for both sides of the header The illustrations shown are for the left side the right side is opposite 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 leavin...

Page 173: ...e 6 Ensure clearance A between belt B and guide C is 0 5 1 5 mm 1 32 1 16 in 7 If necessary loosen bolts D and adjust the guide then tighten the bolts 8 Repeat this procedure for the opposite side of the header 9 Close the endshield For instructions refer to 4 3 2 Closing Hinged Endshields page 117 Removing Timed Knife Drive Belt Left Side DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpect...

Page 174: ... on the belt idler bracket to relieve the belt tension 4 Loosen nut B on the idler pulley and slide the idler downward to loosen the belt ϭϬϯϵϵϳϯ A Figure 4 84 Inboard Side of Endsheet 5 Loosen two bolts A on the endsheet ϭϬϯϵϵϳϮ A B C Figure 4 85 Knife Drive V Belts 6 Loosen two bolts A on the knife drive mounting bracket 7 Turn adjuster bolt B to loosen the two V belts C then remove the V belts ...

Page 175: ...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 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 2 Open the endshield For instructions refer to 4 3 1 Opening Hinged Endshield page 116 1009794 A C B Figure 4 87 Left Side Shown R...

Page 176: ...ϯ A Figure 4 89 Inboard Side of Endsheet 7 Tighten two bolts A on the endsheet 1009783 A B C D Figure 4 90 Knife Drive 8 Ensure the knives are timed before tightening the belt For instructions refer to Adjusting Double Knife Timing page 170 9 Slide idler pulley A into the slot on support bracket B to take up the slack in the timing belt NOTE Ensure lower nut C is as high as possible in the support...

Page 177: ...ields page 117 Tensioning Timed Drive V Belts DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before making adjustments to the machine 1 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 2 Open the endshield For instructions refer to 4 3 1 Opening Hinged Endshield page 116 ϭϬϯϵϵϳϯ A Figure 4 92...

Page 178: ...ive hours Removing Timed Drive V Belts 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 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 2 Open the endshield For instructions refer t...

Page 179: ...eaving the operator s seat and always engage the safety props before going under the machine for any reason NOTE Install new V belts in matching pairs 1 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 2 Open the endshield For instructions refer to 4 3 1 Opening Hinged Endshield page 116 ϭϬϯϵϵϳϮ A B C Figure 4 96 Knife Drive V Belts 3 Position V belts C on the pulleys 4 Turn adjuster bolt...

Page 180: ...r both sides of the header DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before making adjustments to the machine 1 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 2 Open the endshield For instructions refer to 4 3 1 Opening Hinged Endshield page 116 ϭϬϯϵϵϳϰ A B Figure 4 98 Right Knife Driv...

Page 181: ...ry or death from the unexpected start up of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before making adjustments to the machine 1 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 2 Open the endshield For instructions refer to 4 3 1 Opening Hinged Endshield page 116 ϭϬϯϵϵϳϳ A B C Figure 4 100 Right Knife Drive Box and Idler Pulley 3 Route knife drive belt A aro...

Page 182: ...endshield For instructions refer to 4 3 2 Closing Hinged Endshields page 117 Adjusting Double Knife Timing D60 Draper Headers 10 7 m 35 ft and smaller with timed double knives require that knives are properly timed to move in opposite directions 1 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 2 Open both endshields Refer to 4 3 1 Opening Hinged Endshield page 116 3 Remove the knife dri...

Page 183: ...C B Figure 4 104 Timing Right Side 5 Rotate the right knife drive box pulley counterclockwise until the right knife A is at the center of the inboard stroke B moving towards center of header NOTE Center stroke is when the knife sections C are centered between guard points 1002466 A Figure 4 105 Knife Drive Belt and Drive Pulley Right Side 6 Reinstall right knife drive belt A NOTE To maintain timin...

Page 184: ...itioned to the next cog s and proceed as follows a If the right knife leads the left knife rotate the RIGHT SIDE driven pulley B clockwise b If the right knife lags the left knife rotate the RIGHT SIDE driven pulley B counterclockwise 11 Re tension the right side drive belt as per above ensuring that the drive pulleys do not rotate IMPORTANT Do NOT use the adjuster bolt at the drive pulley to adju...

Page 185: ... Torque side bolts A first then torque bottom bolts B Torque all bolts to 271 Nm 200 lbf ft Removing Knife Drive Box The knife drive box es may need to be removed for repair at the Dealership Follow the recommended removal procedure provided here 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 leavin...

Page 186: ...he idler pulley and slide the idler down to loosen the belt 5 Proceed to Step 8 page 174 Single and untimed double knife headers 1002407 A B Figure 4 110 Single and Untimed Double Knife Drive 6 Loosen two bolts A securing the motor assembly to the header endsheet 7 Loosen the belt tension by turning tensioning bolt B counterclockwise 1009768 A Figure 4 111 Access Cover 8 Open access cover A on the...

Page 187: ...1002952 A B C Figure 4 113 Knifehead 12 Remove bolt A 13 Remove grease fitting B from the pin 14 Use a screwdriver or chisel in slot C to release the load on the knifehead pin 15 Use a screwdriver or chisel to pry the pin upwards in the pin groove until the pin is clear of the knifehead 16 Push the knife assembly inboard until it is clear of the output arm 17 Seal the knifehead bearing with plasti...

Page 188: ... the proper fore aft position CAUTION The knife drive box and pulley weigh over 35 kg 65 lb Use care when removing or installing it Lug L can be used for lifting 21 Remove the knife drive box and place it on a bench for disassembly Removing Knife Drive Box Pulley To remove the knife drive box pulley follow the recommended removal procedure provided here 1002446 A B C Figure 4 115 Knife Drive Box a...

Page 189: ... Nm 160 lbf ft Installing Knife Drive Box The procedure for installing knife drive boxes is the same for single and double knife headers NOTE If the pulley was removed from the knife drive box refer to Installing Knife Drive Box Pulley page 177 If the pulley was not removed proceed to Step 1 page 177 1009515 A B L Figure 4 117 Knife Drive Box CAUTION The knife drive box and pulley weigh over 35 kg...

Page 190: ...the drive arm clears the frame on the inboard stroke 1002946 A B C Figure 4 119 Knifehead 6 Position output arm A to the farthest outboard position Move output arm A up or down on the splined shaft until it is almost contacting knifehead B exact clearance C is set during the knifehead pin installation 1024846 A Figure 4 120 Knife Drive Box 7 Torque output arm bolt A to 217 Nm 160 lbf ft 8 Slide th...

Page 191: ...es adjustment contact your MacDon Dealer 16 Install and tension the knife drive belts Refer to the following topics depending on your header For untimed belts refer to Tensioning Untimed Knife Drive Belts page 157 For timed belts refer to Tensioning Timed Knife Drive Belts page 160 For timed double knife headers also check the knife timing For instructions refer to Adjusting Double Knife Timing pa...

Page 192: ...nd drain plug B 5 Allow the oil to drain 6 Reinstall drain plug B 7 Add oil to the knife drive box Refer to the inside back cover for specifications 8 Reinstall breather dipstick A 9 Close the endshield For instructions refer to 4 3 2 Closing Hinged Endshields page 117 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 193: ...d start up or fall of a raised machine always stop the engine remove the key and engage the safety props before going under the machine for any reason 1020638 A Figure 4 124 Left Adjuster Shown Right Opposite 1 Ensure white indicator bar A is at the halfway point in the window DANGER Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area 2 Start the engine 3 Raise the header fully 4 Shut down the e...

Page 194: ... tightening Tighten the draper until the white indicator bar is at the halfway point on the right side of the window IMPORTANT To avoid premature failure of the draper draper rollers and or tightener components do NOT operate with the tension set so the white bar is not visible To prevent scooping dirt ensure the draper is tight enough that it does not sag below the point where the cutterbar conta...

Page 195: ...the draper For instructions refer to 4 9 1 Adjusting Draper Tension page 181 1010063 A B Figure 4 128 Draper Joint 9 Remove screws A and tube connectors B at the draper joint 10 Pull the draper from the deck 4 9 3 Installing Split Drapers Drapers are used to bring cut crop to the center of the header To ensure they are installed correctly follow the recommended installation procedure provided here...

Page 196: ...e deck while feeding it at the end 9 Feed in the draper until it can be wrapped around the drive roller 10 Insert the opposite end of the draper into the deck over the rollers Pull the draper fully into the deck 1010063 A B Figure 4 130 Draper Joint 11 Attach the ends of the draper with tube connectors B screws A with the heads facing the center opening and nuts 12 Adjust the draper tension For in...

Page 197: ...nsioner 6 Turn bolt A counterclockwise to fully loosen the draper White indicator bar B will move outboard in the direction of the arrow to indicate that the draper is loosening 1005495 A B Figure 4 132 Deck Support 7 Push the draper away from the cutterbar as shown to expose deck support A NOTE There are two or three supports depending on header size 8 Remove two center nuts B at each support 9 M...

Page 198: ... bar A 4 9 5 Installing Endless Draper DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up or fall of a raised machine always stop the engine remove the key and engage the safety props before going under the header for any reason WARNING To prevent bodily injury from the fall of a raised reel always engage the reel safety props before going under the raised reel for any reason 1 ...

Page 199: ...cutterbar and support the bar on a suitably sized stand B 8 Slide the draper onto the deck 1005496 A B Figure 4 136 Lifting the Deck 9 Lift the deck remove stand B and then lower the deck into position Remove pry bar A 1005495 A B Figure 4 137 Deck Support 10 Line up deck supports A with the bolts in the deck 11 Move the deck towards the cutterbar to engage the deck supports 12 Install nuts B and ...

Page 200: ...rease X Tighten nut Forward Drive roller Decrease X Loosen nut Backward Idler roller Increase Y Tighten nut Forward Idler roller Decrease Y Loosen nut 1001579 B A Z X Y Figure 4 138 Draper Tracking Adjustments A Drive Roller B Idler Roller X Drive Roller Adjust Y Idler Roller Adjust Z Draper Rotation Direction 1 Refer to Table 4 3 page 188 to determine which roller requires adjustment and which ad...

Page 201: ...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 To prevent bodily injury from the fall of a raised reel always engage the reel safety props before going under the raised reel for any r...

Page 202: ...t A at the forward end of the roller and then remove the roller from the deck Installing Draper Drive Roller DANGER Engage the header safety and reel props before working under the header or the reel 1001588 A Figure 4 143 Forward End of Drive Roller 1 Position the roller in the deck arms and secure the forward end with bolt A and a washer Do NOT tighten at this time 2 Apply SAE multi purpose grea...

Page 203: ...9 Run the machine and adjust tracking if required For instructions refer to 4 9 6 Adjusting Draper Tracking page 188 Removing Draper Idler Roller The feed draper idler roller needs to be removed when repairing or replacing it 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...

Page 204: ... 145 Tensioner 7 Loosen the draper by turning adjuster bolt A counterclockwise 1010063 A B Figure 4 146 Draper Joint 8 Remove screws A tube connectors B and nuts from the draper joint to uncouple the draper 9 Pull the draper off the idler roller 1009591 A B C A Figure 4 147 Idler Roller 10 Remove bolts A and washers at the ends of the idler roller 11 Spread roller arms B and C and remove the idler...

Page 205: ...ge 188 Replacing Draper Roller Bearing and Seal You will need a slide hammer to remove and replace the bearing on a drive roller 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 To prev...

Page 206: ... wear or damage and replace it if necessary 1009602 A B C D Figure 4 151 Drive Roller Bearing 9 Install new bearing assembly A by pressing the outer race of the bearing into the tube until it is 14 15 mm 0 55 0 2 in B from the outside edge of the tube 10 Apply grease in front of bearing assembly A Refer to the inside back cover for specifications 11 Position new seal C at the roller opening and po...

Page 207: ...ws the adjustment without the draper NOTE The measurement is taken at the supports with the header in field position and the decks slid fully ahead To adjust the deck height follow these steps DANGER To prevent injury or death from the unexpected start up of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator s seat for any reason WARNING To prevent ...

Page 208: ...deck is shown with the draper removed in the illustration at right Thee are two to four supports per deck depending on the width of the header 7 To lower the deck relative to the deck supports tap deck C with a hammer To raise the deck relative to the deck supports tap deck support B using a hammer and punch 8 Tighten deck support hardware D 9 Tension the draper For instructions refer to 4 9 1 Adj...

Page 209: ...e 197 1005640 X Figure 4 155 Finger Clearance Table 4 4 Finger to Guard Cutterbar Clearance X 3 mm 1 8 in at Reel Ends Header Width Single Reel Double Reel 4 6 m 15 ft 20 mm 3 4 in 6 1 m 20 ft 20 mm 3 4 in 7 6 m 25 ft 25 mm 1 in 9 1 m 30 ft 45 mm 1 3 4 in 20 mm 3 4 in 10 7 m 35 ft 60 mm 2 3 8 in 20 mm 3 4 in 12 2 m 40 ft 20 mm 3 4 in Measuring Reel Clearance Make sure there is sufficient clearance...

Page 210: ...decal A 5 Lower the reel fully 6 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 1001595 A Figure 4 157 Single Reel Header 7 Measure the clearance at the ends of each reel at locations A NOTE The reel is factory set to provide more clearance at the center of the reel than at the ends to compensate for reel flexing 1001596 A Figure 4 158 Double Reel Header MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 211: ... up or fall of a raised machine always stop the engine remove the key and engage the safety props before going under the header for any reason 1 Raise the header fully 2 Engage the header safety props 3 Lower the reel fully 4 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition ϭϬϰϬϭϯϬ A B Figure 4 160 Reel Outboard Arm 5 Adjust the outboard reel arm lift cylinders to set the clearance as fol...

Page 212: ...reel fore aft positions Alternatively trim the steel end fingers to obtain the proper clearance 9 Periodically check for evidence of contact and adjust the clearance as required 4 10 2 Reel Frown The reel is factory set in a frown shape more clearance at the center of the reel than at the ends to compensate for reel flexing Adjusting Reel Frown Adjust the reel frown by repositioning the reel tine ...

Page 213: ...dily injury or death from the unexpected startup of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key before adjusting the machine 1018453 A B Figure 4 164 Centering Reel Single Reel Double Reel Similar 1 Start the engine and set the cutterbar height at approximately 150 mm 6 in above ground 2 Lower the reel and adjust the fore aft position to 5 on the reel arm indicator decal 3 Stop the engin...

Page 214: ... 25 ft and smaller headers have single reels 9 1 10 7 m 30 35 ft headers are available in single reel and double reel versions all headers larger than 10 7 m 35 ft are only available in double reel configurations Single reels are driven from the right arm and double reels are driven from the center arm Replacing Reel Drive Cover The reel drive cover protects the reel drive components from dirt and...

Page 215: ...emove four bolts A securing cover B to the reel drive ϭϬϰϬϬϵϲ A B Figure 4 168 Drive Cover D50 Single Reel 3 D50 Remove six screws A securing cover B to the reel drive NOTE Only three screws A are visible in the illustration The other three are on the other side of the cover MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 216: ... B Figure 4 170 Drive Cover Double Reel 5 If necessary remove three bolts A and remove lower cover B Installing Reel Drive Cover The reel drive cover protects the drive components from weather and debris Single reel drive 1012797 A B Figure 4 171 Drive Cover D60 Single Reel 1 D60 Position drive cover B onto the reel drive and secure it with four bolts A MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 217: ...cure it with six screws A NOTE Only three screws A are visible in the illustration The other three are on the other side of the cover Double reel drive 1012796 A B Figure 4 173 Drive Cover Double Reel 3 Position lower drive cover B onto the reel drive if previously removed and secure it with three bolts A MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 218: ...s stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before making adjustments to the machine 1 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 2 Remove the reel drive cover For instructions refer to Removing Reel Drive Cover page 202 ϭϬϰϬϭϯϭ A B C D Figure 4 175 D60 Reel Drive Single Reel Shown Double Reel Similar 3 D60 Tension on chain A should be such that hand force deflects chain ...

Page 219: ... motor mount C until the required tension is achieved c Tighten bolts B to 102 Nm 75 lbf ft 5 Reinstall the reel drive cover For instructions refer to Installing Reel Drive Cover page 204 Replacing Drive Chain on Single Reel The drive chain allows the hydraulic reel drive motor to turn the reel It can be replaced if damaged or worn 1 Remove the reel drive cover For instructions refer to Removing R...

Page 220: ...ee of lower sprocket E and remove the chain from the drive 5 Position new chain C around the bottom teeth on lower sprocket E 6 Lift the chain onto drive sprocket D ensuring all the links are properly engaged in the teeth 7 Slide the motor and motor mount B until the tension on the chain is such that hand force deflects the chain 3 mm 1 8 in at mid span 8 Tighten bolts A and recheck the chain tens...

Page 221: ... Method page 213 NOTE Method 1 is preferred because chain integrity is not affected Replacing Drive Chain Disconnecting Reel Drive Method DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected startup of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key before adjusting the machine 1 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 2 Remove the reel drive cover For instructions ...

Page 222: ...e right reel with a front end loader and nylon slings or equivalent setup NOTE To avoid damaging or denting center tube support reel as close as possible to the cam end disc 1001324 D E Figure 4 181 U Joint 5 Remove four bolts A attaching the reel tube to U joint B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 223: ...ight reel arm brace by loosening bolt A on the backtube 1001613 C B A Figure 4 183 Replacing Chain 7 Move the right reel sideways to separate the reel tube A and U joint B 8 Remove chain C 9 Route new chain C over U joint B and position it on the sprockets MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 224: ...ck the chain tension 1001323 A Figure 4 185 U Joint 12 Position right reel tube A against the reel drive and engage the stub shaft into U joint B pilot hole 13 Rotate the reel until the holes in the end of the reel tube and the U joint line up 14 Apply medium strength threadlocker Loctite 243 or equivalent to four 1 2 in bolts A and install with lock washers 15 Torque the hardware to 104 Nm 77 lbf...

Page 225: ...For instructions refer to Installing Reel Drive Cover page 204 Replacing Drive Chain Breaking Chain Method DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected startup of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key before adjusting the machine 1 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 2 Remove the reel drive cover For instructions refer to Removing Reel Drive Co...

Page 226: ...ble as a MacDon part into the chain preferably from the backside of the sprocket 7 Install connector B onto the pins 8 Install spring clip C onto front pin D with the closed end of the spring clip facing the direction of the sprocket rotation 9 Position one leg of spring clip C into the groove of aft pin E 10 Press the other leg of spring clip C over the face of aft pin E until it slips into the g...

Page 227: ...drive sprocket is attached to the reel drive motor Removing Reel Drive Sprocket D50 The reel drive sprocket is attached to the reel drive motor 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 from the ignition before making adjustments to the machine NEVER climb onto or go underneath an unsupported header 1...

Page 228: ...rive sprocket does not come off by hand Do NOT use a pry bar and or hammer to remove drive sprocket C Removing Reel Drive Sprocket D60 The reel drive sprocket is attached to the reel drive motor 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 from the ignition before making adjustments to the machine NEVER ...

Page 229: ...ff drive sprocket D ϭϬϰϬϭϳϴ A B C Figure 4 194 D60 Reel Drive 5 Remove cotter pin A and slotted nut B from the motor shaft 6 Remove drive sprocket C Ensure the key remains in the shaft IMPORTANT To avoid damaging the motor use a puller if the drive sprocket does not come off by hand Do NOT use a pry bar and or hammer to remove drive sprocket C MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 230: ...at washer C lock washer B and bolt A 3 Torque the hardware to 24 Nm 18 lbf ft ϭϬϰϬϭϳϭ C A B D Figure 4 196 D50 Reel Drive 4 Install drive chain C onto drive sprocket D 5 Slide the motor and motor mount B up until required tension is achieved The tension on chain C should be such that hand force deflects the chain 3 mm 1 8 in at mid span 6 Tighten bolts A to 102 Nm 75 lbf ft 7 Reinstall the drive c...

Page 231: ...drive chain C onto drive sprocket D 5 Slide the motor and motor mount B up until the tension on the chain is such that hand force deflects the chain 3 mm 1 8 in at mid span 6 Tighten six bolts A and recheck the chain tension 7 Reinstall the drive cover For instructions refer to Installing Reel Drive Cover page 204 Replacing Double Reel U Joint The double reel drive U joint allows each reel to move...

Page 232: ...se the reel fully 3 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 4 Engage the reel safety props For instructions refer to 3 10 1 Engaging Reel Safety Props page 36 5 Remove the drive cover For instructions refer to Removing Reel Drive Cover page 202 1013936 A Figure 4 199 Supporting Reel 6 Support the inboard end of the right reel with a front end loader and nylon slings A or equivale...

Page 233: ...o move the right reel sideways for the U joint to clear the reel tube 1001325 A B C Figure 4 202 U Joint 1 Position U joint flange B onto driven sprocket C as shown Install six bolts A and hand tighten them NOTE Do NOT torque the bolts 1001322 A B Figure 4 203 U Joint 2 Position the right reel tube against the reel drive and engage the stub shaft into the U joint pilot hole 3 Rotate the reel until...

Page 234: ...DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before making adjustments to the machine WARNING To prevent bodily injury from the fall of a raised reel always engage the reel safety props before going under the raised reel for any reason 1 Lower the header fully 2 Raise the reel fully 3 Shut down the ...

Page 235: ...rviced at your MacDon Dealer 1012846 A B C Figure 4 206 Reel Drive Motor 1 Attach motor A to motor mount B with four countersunk bolts and nuts C NOTE The bolts should be inserted through holes and slots in the chain case into the motor mount 2 Torque nuts C to 102 Nm 75 lbf ft 1012847 B C A Figure 4 207 Reel Motor and Hoses 3 Remove the caps or plugs from the ports and lines and connect hydraulic...

Page 236: ...ϯ A B C Figure 4 208 Reel Speed Sensor 2 Disconnect sender wire A 3 Remove nut and bolt B attaching the sender to the support 4 Remove sender C Installing Reel Speed Sensor DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before making adjustments to the machine 1 Shut down the engine and remove the key...

Page 237: ... of the machine always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before making adjustments to the machine WARNING To prevent bodily injury from the fall of a raised reel always engage the reel safety props before going under the raised reel for any reason IMPORTANT Ensure the tine tube is supported at all times to prevent damage to the tube and other components 1 Lower the header fully ...

Page 238: ...key and engage the safety props before going under the header for any reason WARNING To prevent bodily injury from the fall of a raised reel always engage the reel safety props before going under the raised reel for any reason 1 Lower the header fully 2 Raise the reel fully 3 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 4 Engage the reel safety props For instructions refer to 3 10 1 E...

Page 239: ...ways engage the reel safety props before going under the raised reel for any reason 1 Lower the header fully 2 Raise the reel fully 3 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 4 Engage the reel safety props For instructions refer to 3 10 1 Engaging Reel Safety Props page 36 1001249 A Figure 4 213 Removing Plastic Fingers 5 Remove screw A using a Torx Plus 27 IP socket wrench 100125...

Page 240: ...eel for any reason 1001246 Figure 4 215 Installing Finger 1 Position the finger on the rear of the tine tube and engage the lug at the bottom of the finger in the lower hole in the tine tube 2 Lift the top flange gently and rotate the finger until the lug in the top of the finger engages the upper hole in the tine tube IMPORTANT Do NOT apply force to the finger prior to tightening the mounting scr...

Page 241: ...e the reel safety props before going under the raised reel for any reason IMPORTANT Ensure the tine tube is supported at all times to prevent damage to the tube and other components 1 Lower the header fully 2 Raise the reel fully 3 Shut down the engine and remove the key from the ignition 4 Engage the reel safety props For instructions refer to 3 10 1 Engaging Reel Safety Props page 36 5 If replac...

Page 242: ...ube can slide through the arm Refer to the following procedures as necessary Removing Plastic Fingers page 227 Removing Steel Tines page 225 9 Remove bushing halves B Removing cam end bushings 1001202 A B Figure 4 220 Cam End 10 Remove bolt A securing arm B to the disc IMPORTANT Ensure the tine tube is supported at all times to prevent damage to the tube and other components IMPORTANT Note the hol...

Page 243: ...moving Steel Tines page 225 13 Remove bushing halves B Installing Bushings on Five Bat Reels Once the old tine tube bushing halves have been removed the new ones can be installed DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up or fall of a raised machine always stop the engine remove the key and engage the safety props before going under the header for any reason WARNING To p...

Page 244: ... arm B into the busing and position it against the disc in its original location 3 Install bolts A in their original holes and tighten 4 Reinstall any previously removed fingers or tines Refer to the following procedures as necessary Removing Plastic Fingers page 227 Removing Steel Tines page 225 5 Reinstall bolt D on the cam linkage 1001245 A B Figure 4 225 Bushing 6 Spread bushing clamp A and sl...

Page 245: ...following procedures as necessary Removing Plastic Fingers page 227 Removing Steel Tines page 225 11 Reinstall the reel endshields For instructions refer to Removing Bushings from Six or Nine Bat Reels The bushing clamps securing the tine tube to the bushing will need to be released so that the bushing halves can be removed DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up of t...

Page 246: ... locations in the arm and disc and ensure bolts A are reinstalled at the original locations 1001283 A Figure 4 229 Bushing Clamp 7 Release bushing clamps A using a small screwdriver to separate the serrations Pull the clamp off the tine tube 1004617 A B Figure 4 230 Bushing 8 Rotate arm A until it is clear of the disc and slide the arm inboard off of bushing B 9 Remove bushing halves B If required...

Page 247: ...oving Steel Tines page 225 Installing Bushings on Six or Nine Bat Reels Once the old tine tube bushing halves have been removed the new ones can be installed DANGER To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start up or fall of a raised machine always stop the engine remove the key and engage the safety props before going under the header for any reason WARNING To prevent bodily injury ...

Page 248: ...eviously removed fingers or tines Refer to the following procedures as necessary Removing Plastic Fingers page 227 Removing Steel Tines page 225 Installing center disc and tail end bushings ϭϬϰϬϭϵϯ A B Figure 4 235 Reel Arm 4 At the center and tail end discs position bushing halves C on the tine tube so that the lug in each bushing half fits into the hole in the tine tube 5 Slide reel arm B onto b...

Page 249: ...clamp such that the edges of the clamp and bushing are flush when the clamp is fit into the groove on the bushing and the lock tabs are engaged 1009869 A B Figure 4 237 Clamp on Bushing 9 Tighten clamp A using modified channel lock pliers B until finger pressure will NOT move the clamp IMPORTANT Overtightening the clamp might break the clamp MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 250: ...50 for more information 4 11 1 Checking Wheel Bolt Torque The transport wheel bolt torque should be checked after one operating hour following the installation of the wheels and every 100 operating hours thereafter 1001277 2 3 4 5 6 1 Figure 4 238 Bolt Tightening Sequence 1 Torque wheel bolts to 110 120 Nm 80 90 lbf ft using the sequence shown at right IMPORTANT Whenever a wheel is removed and rei...

Page 251: ... transport system components to the header must be checked daily to ensure safe operation C A A B 1001276 Figure 4 239 Axle Bolts 1 Check and tighten axle bolts DAILY until the torque is maintained as follows A 244 Nm 180 lbf ft B 203 Nm 150 lbf ft C 244 Nm 180 lbf ft MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ...

Page 252: ...ion endangering anyone in the area Make sure all the air is removed from the tire before removing the tire from the rim Do NOT remove install or repair a tire on a rim unless you have the proper equipment and experience to perform the job Take the tire and rim to a qualified tire repair shop 1 Check the tire inflation pressure and inflate it according to the information provided in Table 4 5 page ...

Page 253: ...re or other areas of concern Break in inspections ensure that all components can operate for an extended period without requiring service or replacement Inspection Interval Item Refer to 5 hours Check for loose hardware Tighten to required torque 7 2 Torque Specifications page 268 5 hours Check knife drive belts tension Periodically check for first 50 hours Tensioning Timed Knife Drive Belts page ...

Page 254: ...installed Check knife sections guards and hold downs Oil knife except in sandy conditions 25 hours Grease the knife head 50 hours Grease the knife drive shaft bearings double knife headers only Grease the draper roller bearings Change the knife drive box lubricant first 50 hours only Grease all upper cross auger grease points 250 hours or annually3 Grease the transport axle pivot bushings if insta...

Page 255: ...e S Knife except in sandy conditions 25 Hours S Knifehead s 50 Hours S Draper roller bearings S Knife drive shaft bearings double knife headers S Knife drive box oil first 50 hours only S All upper cross auger UCA grease points 100 Hours or Annually ü Reel drive chain tension ü Reel tine cutterbar clearance ü Knife drive belt tension ü Wheel bolt torque ü Knife drive box lubricant level ü Knife dr...

Page 256: ...way from pinholes and nozzles which can eject fluids under high pressure Relieve pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines and tighten all connections before applying pressure If any fluid is injected into the skin it must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this type of injury or gangrene may result 1001205 Figure 4 242 Testing for Hydraulic Leaks Use a piece of...

Page 257: ...cut crops such as lodged rice 1001157 Figure 5 1 Lodged Crop Finger Each kit contains three fingers for the cam end of the reel and three fingers for the tail end Hardware and installation instructions are included in the kit Two kits are required to modify each bar of a 6 bat reel MD B4831 5 1 2 Reel Endshield Kit The steel shields provided in the Reel Endshield kit attach to the ends of the reel...

Page 258: ...ft position from the windrower cab This option is available only for headers that were not factory equipped with the hydraulic reel fore aft option ϭϬϯϵϳϳϰ Figure 5 3 Hydraulic Reel Fore Aft Positioner Installation and adjustment instructions are included with the kit Single reel headers MD B5205 Double reel headers MD B5206 OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS ...

Page 259: ...8 9 1 m 30 ft MD B4839 10 7 m 35 ft MD B4840 12 2 m 40 ft MD B4841 5 2 2 Knifehead Shield Knifehead shields attach to the endsheets and reduce the knifehead opening to prevent cut crop particularly severely lodged crop from accumulating over the knifehead and damaging the knife drive box and endsheet 1001240 Figure 5 5 Knifehead Shield It is recommended that the shield s be installed when harvesti...

Page 260: ... Mounts The vertical knife mounts allow the installation of vertically oriented knives onto both ends of the header ϭϬϯϵϴϯϮ Figure 5 7 Vertical Knife Mount The vertical knives themselves are not sold by MacDon and must be purchased from a separate supplier Installation and adjustment instructions are included in the bundle Order the following bundles according to left or right side Left side MD B4...

Page 261: ...ended for cutting on the ground ϭϬϯϵϳϳϱ Figure 5 8 Adjustable Skid Shoe with Poly Cover Installation and adjustment instructions are included in the kits Outboard skid shoes model years 2006 and older MD B4836 Outboard skid shoes model years 2007 and later MD B4963 Inboard skid shoes MD B4837 OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS ...

Page 262: ...sport Wheels Stabilizer slow speed transport wheels help to stabilize the header in field conditions that would otherwise cause the header to bounce resulting in uneven cutting heights 1010048 Figure 5 10 Stabilizer Transport Wheels This system is similar to the Stabilizer Wheel option For more information about that option refer to 5 3 1 Stabilizer Wheels page 250 Stabilizer slow speed transport ...

Page 263: ...in a similar manner to standard crop divider rods performing in standing crops Installation instructions are included in the kit MD B5609 5 4 2 Double Draper Drive Kit The Double Draper Drive DDD kit provides power to four draper rollers instead of the usual two in order to minimize draper slipping when using the side delivery feature in heavy forage crops Installation instructions are included wi...

Page 264: ... mm 10 in which narrows the header opening and decreases windrow width when cutting light thin crops The kit includes roller support extensions a draper repair kit all necessary hardware and installation instructions MD B54079 5 4 5 Swath Forming Rods Center Delivery Swath forming rods form windrows so the heads are in the center and protected from shatter Swath forming rods are mainly used for gr...

Page 265: ... s console when double windrowing Installation and adjustment instructions are included with the kit Available on 7 6 12 2 m 25 40 ft D60 Draper Headers MD B5201 5 4 8 Upper Cross Auger The upper cross auger UCA attaches in front of the backtube and improves crop feeding into the center of the header in heavy crop conditions It is ideal for high volume harvesting of forages oats canola mustard and...

Page 266: ...169441 254 Revision D ϭϬϰϬϭϵϴ A Figure 5 16 Upper Cross Auger with Bolt On Flighting NOTE Newer UCA kits do not include or use beater bars they use bolt on flighting instead OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS ...

Page 267: ...ight page 54 Ground speed too fast Reduce ground speed 3 12 5 Ground Speed page 50 Crop too ripe Operate at night when humidity is higher Symptom Cut Grain Falling Ahead of Cutterbar Ground speed too slow Increase ground speed 3 12 5 Ground Speed page 50 Reel speed too slow Increase reel speed 3 12 4 Reel Speed page 49 Reel too high Lower reel 3 12 8 Reel Height page 54 Cutterbar too high Lower cu...

Page 268: ...ns or guards are worn or broken Replace all worn and broken cutting parts 4 7 Cutterbar page 140 Header is not level Level header 3 18 Leveling Header page 90 Reel fingers not lifting crop properly ahead of knife Adjust reel position finger pitch 3 12 9 Reel Fore Aft Position page 55 3 12 10 Reel Tine Pitch page 63 Divider runs down thick crop at ends preventing proper feeding due to material brid...

Page 269: ...oo flat Steepen header angle Controlling Header Angle page 49 Bent knife causing binding of cutting parts Straighten a bent knife and align guards 4 7 7 Knife Guards page 145 Cutting edge of guards not close enough or parallel to knife sections Align guards 4 7 7 Knife Guards page 145 Tangled tough to cut crop Install stub guards 4 7 7 Knife Guards page 145 See your MacDon Dealer Reel too far back...

Page 270: ...drive not timed Adjust knife timing Adjusting Double Knife Timing page 170 Knife not operating at recommended speed Check engine speed of windrower Refer to your windrower s operator s manual Excessive knife wear Replace knife 4 7 2 Removing Knife page 141 4 7 5 Installing Knife page 143 Loose or worn knifehead pin or drive arm Tighten or replace parts 4 7 3 Removing Knifehead Bearing page 142 4 8...

Page 271: ...el Tine Pitch page 63 Reel too far forward Move reel back 3 12 9 Reel Fore Aft Position page 55 Symptom Reel Will Not Lift Reel lift couplers are incompatible or defective Change quick coupler Symptom Reel Will Not Turn Control set at 0 Activate reel speed control 3 12 4 Reel Speed page 49 Quick couplers not properly connected Connect couplers 3 3 1 Attaching Header to Windrower page 25 Reel drive...

Page 272: ...d slower than ground speed Move reel aft 3 12 9 Reel Fore Aft Position page 55 Symptom Plastic Fingers Bent Forward at Tip Opposite of Above Reel digging into ground with reel speed faster than ground speed Raise header 3 12 1 Cutting Height page 43 Reel digging into ground with reel speed faster than ground speed Decrease header tilt Controlling Header Angle page 49 Reel digging into ground with ...

Page 273: ...earing seized Replace roller bearing 4 9 7 Draper Roller Maintenance page 189 Low hydraulic oil Fill windrower reservoir to full level See your MacDon Dealer Incorrect relief setting at flow control valve Adjust relief setting See your MacDon Dealer Symptom Draper Stalling Material not feeding evenly off knife Lower reel 3 12 8 Reel Height page 54 Material not feeding evenly off knife Install stub...

Page 274: ... beater bars Crop conditions do not require beater bars Remove beater bars 3 20 1 Removing Beater Bars page 92 Symptom Material Accumulating on End Deflectors and Releasing in Bunches End deflectors too wide For headers with manual deck shift only trim deflector or replace with narrow deflector MD 172381 3 19 Unplugging Cutterbar page 91 TROUBLESHOOTING ...

Page 275: ...e increased by fully retracting lift cylinders Controlling Header Angle page 49 Reel too slow Adjust reel speed to be marginally faster than ground speed 3 12 4 Reel Speed page 49 Ground speed too fast Lower ground speed 3 12 5 Ground Speed page 50 Skid shoes too low Raise skid shoes to highest setting Cutting on Ground page 46 Dirt packs on bottom of cutterbar and raises cutterbar off the ground ...

Page 276: ...l Fore Aft Position page 55 Reel speed too high Reduce reel speed 3 12 4 Reel Speed page 49 Bean pods are too dry Cut at night with heavy dew once pods have softened Finger pitch not aggressive enough Increase finger aggressiveness cam position 3 12 10 Reel Tine Pitch page 63 Symptom Cutterbar Guards Breaking Float insufficient Increase float 3 12 2 Header Float page 48 Excessive number of rocks i...

Page 277: ...s onto drapers Adjust reel fore and aft location to move fingers out of the ground 3 12 9 Reel Fore Aft Position page 55 Symptom Cutterbar Pushing Too Much Dirt in Certain Locations for Length of Field Tire tracks or row crop ridges Cut at angle to ridges or crop rows to allow knife and guards to clean out better Rolling land along length of field Cut at 90 angle to undulations provided knife floa...

Page 278: ...All Heads in Center Draper speed too fast or header angle too steep Reduce draper speed and or decrease header angle 3 12 6 Draper Speed page 51 3 12 3 Header Angle page 48 Ground speed too fast Reduce ground speed 3 12 5 Ground Speed page 50 Crop too green Allow time to mature Symptom All Heads To One Side Crop leaning to one side and reel too slow Increase reel speed to orient crop parallel to d...

Page 279: ...wton N x 0 2248 pound force lbf Length millimeter mm x 0 0394 inch in Length meter m x 3 2808 foot ft Power kilowatt kW x 1 341 horsepower hp Pressure kilopascal kPa x 0 145 pounds per square inch psi Pressure megapascal MPa x 145 038 pounds per square inch psi Pressure bar Non SI bar x 14 5038 pounds per square inch psi Torque Newton meter Nm x 0 7376 pound feet or foot pounds lbf ft Torque Newto...

Page 280: ... screws Refer to the standard torque values when installing the self tapping screws Do NOT install the self tapping screws on structural or otherwise critical joints 7 2 1 Metric Bolt Specifications Specifications are provided for the appropriate final torque values to secure various sizes of metric bolts NOTE The torque values provided in the following metric bolt torque tables apply to hardware ...

Page 281: ...5 65 72 48 53 14 2 0 104 115 77 85 16 2 0 161 178 119 132 20 2 5 314 347 233 257 24 3 0 543 600 402 444 1001370 1001370 A Figure 7 3 Bolt Grades Table 7 4 Metric Class 10 9 Bolts and Class 10 Free Spinning Nut Nominal Size A Torque Nm Torque lbf ft lbf in Min Max Min Max 3 0 5 1 8 2 18 19 3 5 0 6 2 8 3 1 27 30 4 0 7 4 2 4 6 41 45 5 0 8 8 4 9 3 82 91 6 1 0 14 3 15 8 140 154 8 1 25 38 42 28 31 10 1 ...

Page 282: ...inum Specifications are provided for the appropriate final torque values for various sizes of metric bolts in cast aluminum NOTE The torque values provided in the following metric bolt torque tables apply to hardware installed dry that is hardware with no grease oil or threadlocker on the threads or heads Do NOT add grease oil or threadlocker to bolts or cap screws unless you are directed to do so...

Page 283: ...ng A is NOT on the threads Adjust O ring A if necessary 4 Apply hydraulic system oil to O ring A 1003432 D A E B C Figure 7 7 Hydraulic Fitting 5 Install fitting B into the port until backup washer D and O ring A contact part face E 6 Position the angle fittings by unscrewing no more than one turn 7 Turn lock nut C down to washer D and tighten it to the torque value indicated in the table Use two ...

Page 284: ...same type and size of fitting found in this topic use the value specified in the procedure instead 1004663 A B C Figure 7 8 Hydraulic Fitting 1 Inspect O ring A and seat B for dirt or defects 2 Ensure that O ring A is NOT on the threads Adjust O ring A if necessary 3 Apply hydraulic system oil to the O ring 4 Install fitting C into the port until the fitting is hand tight 5 Torque fitting C accord...

Page 285: ...ocedure instead Torque values are shown in the Table 7 9 page 274 1001376 Figure 7 9 Hydraulic Fitting 1 Ensure that the sealing surfaces and the fitting threads are free of burrs nicks scratches and any foreign material 1001377 A B C D E Figure 7 10 Hydraulic Fitting 2 Apply hydraulic system oil to O ring B 3 Align the tube or hose assembly so that the flat face of sleeve A or C comes into full c...

Page 286: ...contamination 2 Apply paste type pipe thread sealant to the external pipe threads 3 Thread the fitting into the port until it is hand tight 4 Torque the connector to the appropriate torque angle The turns from finger tight TFFT and flats from finger tight FFFT values are shown in Table 7 10 page 275 Ensure that the tube end of a shaped connector typically a 45 or 90 elbow is aligned to receive the...

Page 287: ...hread Tapered Pipe Thread Size Recommended TFFT Recommended FFFT 1 8 27 2 3 12 18 1 4 18 2 3 12 18 3 8 18 2 3 12 18 1 2 14 2 3 12 18 3 4 14 1 5 2 5 12 18 1 11 1 2 1 5 2 5 9 15 1 1 4 11 1 2 1 5 2 5 9 15 1 1 2 11 1 2 1 5 2 5 9 15 2 11 1 2 1 5 2 5 9 15 REFERENCE ...

Page 288: ...ncluded with your shipment The instruction part numbers are shown in the following table Shipping Destination Header Description MacDon Instruction Part Number North America D50 and D60 Draper Header for Self Propelled Windrowers MD 169007 Export anywhere other than North America D50 and D60 Draper Header for Self Propelled Windrowers MD 169261 REFERENCE ...

Page 289: ...nstalling on header with latch option 70 installing on header without latch option 71 removing from header with latch option 68 removing from header without latch option 69 cutterbars cutting height 43 cutting off the ground 43 cutting on the ground 46 knifehead shields 247 options 247 stub guard conversion kit 248 unplugging 91 wearplates 247 cutting off the ground adjusting stabilizer wheels 45 ...

Page 290: ...easing procedure 128 ground speeds 50 guards knife guards 145 replacing pointed guards 146 replacing stub guards 148 stub guard conversion kit 248 H haying tips 83 HC10 hay conditioner 253 HDS definition 19 header safety props 35 headers header angle adjustment range 48 options and attachments 250 settings header angle controlling 49 header float 48 leveling 90 transporting 95 towing the header 95...

Page 291: ...talling 88 knives 140 hold downs checking and adjusting hold downs 151 pointed guard adjusting hold downs 153 154 checking hold downs 151 stub guard adjusting hold downs 155 stub knife guard checking hold downs 152 installing knife 143 knife sections replacing 140 knifehead bearings installing 143 removing 142 knifehead shields 88 installing 88 removing knife 141 spare knife location 144 speed 51 ...

Page 292: ...stems 238 ORB definition 19 ORFS definition 19 owner responsibilities 23 P pick up reels endshield kit 245 options 245 reel safety props 36 disengaging 37 engaging 36 PR15 pick up reel centering 201 PR15 pick up reels drive chains replacing chain double reel drive 213 fore aft position repositioning cylinder double reel 59 single reel 56 preseason annual service 31 product overview 19 pulleys knif...

Page 293: ...ty 1 daily start up checks 32 decal locations 9 general safety 3 header safety props 35 hydraulic safety 7 maintenance safety 5 operational 24 reel safety props 36 safety alert symbols 1 safety sign decals 8 installing decals 8 signal words 2 schematics hydraulic 135 screws definition 19 SDD definition 19 sealed bearings installing 115 self propelled windrowers definition 19 serial numbers locatio...

Page 294: ...t to field 97 moving front left wheels to transport position 103 moving front wheels left into field position 99 moving rear right wheels to field position 101 moving rear right wheels to transport position 105 tow bar 97 transport systems axle bolt torque 239 tire inflation pressures 240 tow bars attaching 108 storing 98 wheel bolt torque 238 transporting on windrower 95 troubleshooting 255 crop ...

Page 295: ...topsoil moisture 83 types 80 weather and topography 83 WOT definition 19 INDEX ...

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Page 297: ...ds and lubricants in an area protected from dust moisture and other contaminants Lubricant Specification Description Use Capacities Grease SAE multi purpose High temperature extreme pressure EP2 performance with 1 max molybdenum disulphide NLGI grade 2 Lithium base As required unless otherwise specified Gear lubricant SAE 85W 140 API service class GL 5 Knife drive box 2 2 liters 2 3 quarts ...

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