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4.8
Cutterbar Curtain
Figure 4.137: Cutterbar Curtain
A rubber curtain (A) is installed at the front of the header. The
curtain forms a barrier that minimizes the risk of thrown objects
being ejected from the cutterbar area. Always keep curtains
down during operation.
Replace the curtains if they become worn or damaged.
4.8.1
Inspecting Cutterbar Curtain
The cutterbar curtain is an important safety feature that reduces the potential for thrown objects. Always keep the curtain
down when operating the header.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury or machine damage, do NOT operate the machine without curtain installed and in
good condition. Foreign objects can be ejected with considerable force when the machine is started.
CAUTION
To avoid injury, keep hands and fingers away from corners of doors when closing.
Figure 4.138: Cutterbar Curtain
Check cutterbar curtain (A) for the following conditions:
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Rips and tears: Replace curtain.
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Cracking: While the curtain may look whole, this is an
indicator that failure is imminent
—
replace curtain.
•
Missing bolts: Replace missing hardware before operating.
