MacDon R116, Installation Instructions Manual

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3.3 Removing Discblades and Attachment Hardware
The kit includes two new disc/drum assemblies, but no discblades or attachment hardware. You will need to remove the
discblades and hardware from the discs under the two inboard rotary deflectors, and install them on the new discs. To
remove the discblades and hardware, follow these steps:
DANGER
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup or fall of a raised machine, stop engine, remove key, and
engage lift cylinder lock-out valves before going under machine for any reason.
WARNING
Wear heavy gloves when working around or handling knives. Blades are sharp and can cause serious injury.
CAUTION
Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area.
1. Raise the pull-type fully, shut off engine, and remove key.
2. Engage lift cylinder lock-out valves. Refer to the pull-type
operator
’
s manual or technical manual for instructions.
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A
B
C
Figure 3.5: Discblade Aligned with Hole in Rock Guard
3. Rotate disc (A) so blade (B) faces forward and lines up with
hole (C) in rock guard.
4. Place a pin (or equivalent) in the front hole of the rock
guard to prevent disc rotation while loosening blade bolts.
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B
C
Figure 3.6: Discblade Hardware
5. Remove nut (A), shoulder bolt (B), and blade (C). Retain for
installation on one of the new cutterbar discs.
IMPORTANT:
Nuts are one-time use only. When flipping or changing a
blade, replace using a
NEW nut only.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS