MacDon FlexDraper FD1 Series, Unloading And Assembly Instructions

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6.11.2 Adjusting Wing Balance
WARNING
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
before making adjustments to machine.
This procedure describes how to adjust the balance of each wing. Before proceeding, refer to 6.11.1 Checking
Wing Balance, page 122 to determine if adjustments are necessary.
IMPORTANT:
To ensure correct wing balance readings, make sure the header float is set properly before proceeding. Refer to
6.10 Checking and Adjusting Header Float, page 117 . The float module must be sitting level before performing any
adjustments.
Figure 6.43: Balance Linkage (Left Side)
1. Place torque wrench (A) on bolt (B). Check that wing
lock (C) is in lower position.
Figure 6.44: Balance Linkage (Left Side)
2. Loosen nut (A) on clevis bolt for the wing requiring
adjustment as determined by the wing balance check.
3. Loosen jam nut (B).
PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS