John Deere Air Reel Owner’s Manual
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OPERATION
5.2 PRE-OPERATiON cHEcKLiST
5.3.1 PRE-START iNSPEcTiON
Read the owner’s manual.
Check that the hydraulic lines and electrical harnesses
are routed where they will not contact moving parts.
Be sure all components are clipped, taped or tied
securely in place.
Check that all guards are installed and secured.
Check that all required nuts and bolts are installed and
tightened to their specified torque.
5.3.2 AFTER OPERATiNG FOR 2 HOURS
Re-torque fasteners and hardware.
Check that all safety decals are installed and legible.
Apply new decals if required.
Check that no hydraulic hoses are being pinched,
crimped, or are rubbing. Reroute as required.
Check that the wiring harness is not being pinched,
crimped, or rubbing. Reroute as required.
Check the tension and alignment of all drive chains.
Adjust as required.
The gearbox will generate heat. The typical operating
temperature of the gearbox is 180° F.
5.3.3 AFTER OPERATiNG FOR 10 HOURS
Re-torque fasteners and hardware.
Check that all guards are installed, secured and func-
tioning as intended. Do not operate with missing or
damaged shields.
Check safety decals. Install new ones if required.
Check the routing of hydraulic lines and the wiring
harness. Reroute as required to prevent pinching,
crimping, binding, or rubbing.
Check the plastic eccentric rollers for uneven wear.
Refer to the normal servicing and maintenance sched-
ule as defined in the Service Record.
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5.3 MAcHiNE bREAK-iN
Efficient and safe operation of the Air Reel requires that
each operator reads and understands the operating pro-
cedures and all related safety precautions outlined in this
section. A pre-operation checklist is provided for the op-
erator. It is important for both personal safety and main-
taining the good mechanical condition of the machine that
this checklist is followed.
Before operating the machine and each time thereafter,
the following areas should be checked off:
Service the machine per the schedule outlined in the
maintenance checklist.
Use only a combine of adequate power and specifica-
tions to operate the machine.
Check that all guards are installed, secured and func-
tioning as intended. Do not operate with missing or
damaged shields.
Ensure that the machine is properly attached to the
header and that mechanical retainers, such as quick
pins, are installed.
Check the cutterbar, reel area and drives for entangled
material.
Check the chains and sprockets for proper tension and
alignment. Adjust as required.
Visually inspect the hydraulic system for leakage, loose
fittings, and damaged hoses. Tighten fittings, replace
damaged components and wipe up leaked or excess
hydraulic fluid.
Check condition of slip clutch friction discs. If install-
ing replacement discs, adjust spring height to original
height. Deviation from original setting may be needed
depending upon disc wear. Run-in is recommended at
the start of the season (see Service and Maintenance
section).
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