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FD1 Series Draper Header& FM100 Float Module : Quick Card

FD1 Series / FM100 Quick Card – MD #214567 Revision A

Supplement to FD1 Series Combine Header Operator’s Manual

Subject to change without notice.

1.  Park combine on a level surface, and ensure the combine feeder 

house is level. 

2.  Ensure the top of the float module is level with the combine axle 

and the combine tires are inflated equally. 

3.  Adjust header so cutterbar is 150–254 mm (6–10 in.) off the 

ground. 

4.  Set the header angle hydraulic cylinder to between B and C on 

indicator (A). 

5.  Set the reel fore-aft to midposition (5 or 6 on reel arm decal). 
6.  Lower the reel completely, shut down the combine, and remove key 

from the combine ignition. 

7.  Place wing lock spring handles (B) in the locked (upper) position. 
8.  Place both left and right header float locks in unlocked (lowered) 

position (C). 

9.  Set stabilizer/transport wheels (if equipped) to the storage position. 

Step 1: Preadjustments 

Complete before adjusting float or wing balance. 

IMPORTANT:

 

Read your operator’s manual and complete all the setup tasks 

before setting the header float. 

FD1 Series / FM100 Quick Card – MD #214567 Revision A 

Supplement to FD1 Series Combine Header Operator’s Manual 

FD1 Series Draper Header / FM100 Float Module Quick Card 

FD1 Series / FM100 Recommended Settings

 

Subject to change without notice

 

Figure 4: Torque Wrench Storage Location 

Figure 3: Float Unlocked – Right Side Shown 

Figure 1: Center-Link 

Ensure your machine operates at top efficiency by using clean fluids and lubricants only. 

• 

Use clean containers to handle all fluids and lubricants. 

• 

Store fluids and lubricants in an area protected from dust, moisture, and other contaminants. 

Break-In Inspections 

To help avoid major component service or replacement, perform break-in inspections on your machine for the first 50 hours of operation. 

Refer to your operator’s manual for complete break-in inspection and adjustment procedures. 

FD1 Series / FM100 Quick Card – MD #214567 Revision A 

Supplement to FD1 Series Combine Header Operator’s Manual 

Figure 2: Wing Lock Spring Handle in Locked Position 

Step 2: Retrieving Torque Wrench from Storage 

1.  Remove the special torque wrench (A) from its storage position at 

the right side of the float module frame. Pull in the direction shown 

to disengage the wrench from its hook. 

Follow these five steps to set the header float and wing balance: 

Inspection Instance 

Item 

First 5 Minutes 

Check hydraulic oil level in reservoir (check after first run-up and after the hydraulic hoses have filled 

with oil). 

5 Hours  

Check for loose hardware and tighten to required torque. 
Check knife drive belts tension (check periodically for the first 50 hours). 

10 Hours  

Check auger drive chain tension. 
Check knife drive box mounting bolts. 

50 Hours  

Change float module gearbox oil. 
Change float module hydraulic oil filter. 
Change knife drive box lubricant. 
Check gearbox chain tension. 

Ongoing Maintenance Intervals 

Refer to the operator’s manual for a comprehensive maintenance schedule and record.  Log hours of operation, use the maintenance 

record, and keep copies of your maintenance records. 
Following the maintenance schedule will increase your machine’s life. 

SETTING HEADER FLOAT AND WING BALANCE

 

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 

Lubricant 

Specification 

Description 

Use 

Capacities 

Grease  

SAE multi-purpose  

High temperature extreme 

pressure (EP) performance grease with 

1% max Molybdenum Disulphide 

(NLGI Grade 2) lithium base 

As required unless 

otherwise 

specified 

— 

High temperature extreme 

pressure (EP) performance grease with 

10% max Molybdenum Disulphide 

(NLGI Grade 2) lithium base 

Driveline slip-joints 

— 

Gear Lubricant 

SAE 85W-140 

API service class GL-5 

Knife drive box 

2.2 liters (2.3 quarts) 

Main drive 

gearbox 

2.5 liters (2.6 quarts) 

Hydraulic Oil 

Single grade trans-hydraulic oil 

Recommended brands: 

• 

Petro-Canada Duratran 

• 

John Deere Hy-Gard J20C 

• 

Case Hy-Tran Ultraction 

Lubricant trans / hydraulic oil 

Header drive 

systems reservoir 

75 liters 

(20 US gallons) 

1.  Park combine on a level surface, and ensure the combine feeder 

house is level. 

2.  Ensure the top of the float module is level with the combine axle 

and the combine tires are inflated equally. 

3.  Adjust header so cutterbar is 150–254 mm (6–10 in.) off the 

ground. 

4.  Set the header angle hydraulic cylinder to between B and C on 

indicator (A). 

5.  Set the reel fore-aft to midposition (5 or 6 on reel arm decal). 
6.  Lower the reel completely, shut down the combine, and remove key 

from the combine ignition. 

7.  Place wing lock spring handles (B) in the locked (upper) position. 
8.  Place both left and right header float locks in unlocked (lowered) 

position (C). 

9.  Set stabilizer/transport wheels (if equipped) to the storage position. 

Step 1: Preadjustments 

Complete before adjusting float or wing balance. 

IMPORTANT:

 

Read your operator’s manual and complete all the setup tasks 

before setting the header float. 

FD1 Series / FM100 Quick Card – MD #214567 Revision A 

Supplement to FD1 Series Combine Header Operator’s Manual 

FD1 Series Draper Header / FM100 Float Module Quick Card 

FD1 Series / FM100 Recommended Settings

 

Subject to change without notice

 

Figure 4: Torque Wrench Storage Location 

Figure 3: Float Unlocked – Right Side Shown 

Figure 1: Center-Link 

Ensure your machine operates at top efficiency by using clean fluids and lubricants only. 

• 

Use clean containers to handle all fluids and lubricants. 

• 

Store fluids and lubricants in an area protected from dust, moisture, and other contaminants. 

Break-In Inspections 

To help avoid major component service or replacement, perform break-in inspections on your machine for the first 50 hours of operation. 

Refer to your operator’s manual for complete break-in inspection and adjustment procedures. 

FD1 Series / FM100 Quick Card – MD #214567 Revision A 

Supplement to FD1 Series Combine Header Operator’s Manual 

Figure 2: Wing Lock Spring Handle in Locked Position 

Step 2: Retrieving Torque Wrench from Storage 

1.  Remove the special torque wrench (A) from its storage position at 

the right side of the float module frame. Pull in the direction shown 

to disengage the wrench from its hook. 

Follow these five steps to set the header float and wing balance: 

Inspection Instance 

Item 

First 5 Minutes 

Check hydraulic oil level in reservoir (check after first run-up and after the hydraulic hoses have filled 

with oil). 

5 Hours  

Check for loose hardware and tighten to required torque. 
Check knife drive belts tension (check periodically for the first 50 hours). 

10 Hours  

Check auger drive chain tension. 
Check knife drive box mounting bolts. 

50 Hours  

Change float module gearbox oil. 
Change float module hydraulic oil filter. 
Change knife drive box lubricant. 
Check gearbox chain tension. 

Ongoing Maintenance Intervals 

Refer to the operator’s manual for a comprehensive maintenance schedule and record.  Log hours of operation, use the maintenance 

record, and keep copies of your maintenance records. 
Following the maintenance schedule will increase your machine’s life. 

SETTING HEADER FLOAT AND WING BALANCE

 

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 

Lubricant 

Specification 

Description 

Use 

Capacities 

Grease  

SAE multi-purpose  

High temperature extreme 

pressure (EP) performance grease with 

1% max Molybdenum Disulphide 

(NLGI Grade 2) lithium base 

As required unless 

otherwise 

specified 

— 

High temperature extreme 

pressure (EP) performance grease with 

10% max Molybdenum Disulphide 

(NLGI Grade 2) lithium base 

Driveline slip-joints 

— 

Gear Lubricant 

SAE 85W-140 

API service class GL-5 

Knife drive box 

2.2 liters (2.3 quarts) 

Main drive 

gearbox 

2.5 liters (2.6 quarts) 

Hydraulic Oil 

Single grade trans-hydraulic oil 

Recommended brands: 

• 

Petro-Canada Duratran 

• 

John Deere Hy-Gard J20C 

• 

Case Hy-Tran Ultraction 

Lubricant trans / hydraulic oil 

Header drive 

systems reservoir 

75 liters 

(20 US gallons) 

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