MacDon PW8, Operator'S Manual

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Adjusting Hold-Down Rod Angle
The angle between the fiberglass rods (C) and the hold-down support arms is factory-set to optimize crop flow into
the combine. The factory setting should be satisfactory for most crop conditions, but the rods are adjustable if
necessary.
Figure 3.114: Hold-Down Rods
1. Loosen two hex head M12 nuts (A) on both ends of the
hold-down crossbar (B) until the crossbar rotates.
2. Rotate the crossbar (B) to the desired angle using
handle (D).
3. Tighten nuts (A).
3.12.6 Crop Deflectors
When there is a tendency for stems to collect under the hold-down support arm pivot, crop deflectors can be
installed. They are bolted to the frame inside the left endsheet for shipment from the factory and should have been
removed at the dealership during setup and installed or retained by the Operator. Under no circumstances should
the header be run until the crop deflectors are removed from inside the header drive compartment.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the header drive, do NOT operate the header with the crop deflectors bolted in the
shipping location inside the header drive compartment.
Removing Crop Deflectors from Field Position
DANGER
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
from ignition before leaving operator
’
s seat for any reason.
1. Lower hold-down.
2. Lower header to the ground, shut down combine, and remove key from ignition.
OPERATION