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Chapter 5:
Attaching Headers to Windrower
Refer to this chapter for instructions on attaching MacDon headers to the windrower.
5.1
A40DX Auger Header
This section details the procedures necessary to physically attach an A40DX Auger Header to the windrower and to
complete its hydraulic and electrical connections.
5.1.1
Attaching Forming Shield to Windrower
If the windrower will be paired with a MacDon A40DX Auger Header equipped with a conditioner, then the forming shield
should be installed on the windrower. The forming shield is not required if the windrower will be paired with an A40DX GSS
Auger Header, though it can be useful for crops such as radishes.
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.
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Figure 5.1: Bolt and Spacer Installed on
Windrower Leg
2.
Place spacer (B) over 1/2 x 8 in. hex bolt (A). Insert the bolt
into the windrower leg as shown. Secure the bolt with the
1/2 in. nut.
3.
Repeat the previous step to install the bolt, spacer, and nut
on the other windrower leg.
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Figure 5.2: Clevis Pin at Forward End of
Forming Shield
4.
Remove and retain the lynch pin from clevis pin (A) at the
forward end of the forming shield. Remove and retain the
clevis pin.
5.
Repeat the previous step on the other side of the forming
shield.
