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3.15.3
Adjusting Cutterbar Angle
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Figure 3.109: Cutterbar Angle
The cutterbar angle (A) adjustment ranges from 0° to 5° below
horizontal using the mechanical center-link and from 0° to 7°
below horizontal using the hydraulic center-link.
Choose an angle that maximizes performance for your crop and
field conditions. A flatter angle provides better clearance in
stony conditions, whereas a steeper angle is required in downed
crops for better lifting action.
NOTE:
In most cases, cut quality is improved by keeping the cutterbar
angle as close to 0° as possible.
Adjusting Cutterbar Angle
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Mechanical Center-Link
WARNING
To avoid injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the
ignition before leaving the operator
’
s seat for any reason.
1.
Lower the rotary disc pull-type fully.
2.
Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
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B
Figure 3.110: Mechanical Center-Link
3.
Loosen nut (A).
4.
Decrease (flatten) cutterbar angle by rotating turnbuckle
sleeve (B) to decrease the turnbuckle length.
5.
Increase (steepen) cutterbar angle by rotating turnbuckle
sleeve (B) to increase the turnbuckle length.
6.
Tighten nut (A) but do
NOT
overtighten. A slight tap with a
small hammer is sufficient.
7.
Check cutting height and adjust if required.
8.
Check rotary disc pull-type float and adjust if required. For
adjustment instructions, refer to
Adjusting Cutterbar Angle
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Optional Hydraulic Center-Link
NOTE:
The cutterbar angle can be adjusted from the tractor without shutting down the rotary disc pull-type.
WARNING
To avoid injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the
ignition before leaving the operator
’
s seat for any reason.
