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Revision A
1.
Raise the reel fully.
2.
Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
3.
Engage the reel safety props. For instructions, refer to
Engaging Reel Safety Props, page 37
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A
B
Figure 4.162: Center Knife Guard
4.
Remove two nuts and bolts (C) securing center knife
guard (A) and hold-down (B) to the cutterbar.
5.
Remove center knife guard (A), plastic wearplate, and hold-
down (B).
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Figure 4.163: Center Knife Guard
IMPORTANT:
Ensure the replacement center knife guard is the correct
guard with offset cutting surfaces (A).
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Figure 4.164: Cutterbar
6.
Before installing the new center knife guard, ensure overlap
shim (A) is present under the cutterbar, and the thick end
of the shim is positioned under the center knife guard.
