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Figure 4.280: FlexDraper
®
Measurement Locations
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Double Reel
Double-reel measurement locations (A):
Outer ends of the
reels and at both hinge points (four places).
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Figure 4.281: FlexDraper
®
Measurement Locations
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Triple Reel
Triple-reel measurement locations (A):
Both ends of three
reels (six places).
10. Adjust the reel clearance, if necessary. For instructions,
refer to
Adjusting Clearance between Reel and Cutterbar,
Adjusting Clearance between Reel and Cutterbar
Make sure there is sufficient clearance between the reel and cutterbar to prevent the knife from cutting reel finger tips off
during operation.
To adjust the clearance between the reel and cutterbar, follow these steps:
DANGER
To prevent injury or death from the unexpected start-up of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key
from the ignition before leaving the operator
’
s seat for any reason.
WARNING
Ensure that all bystanders have cleared the area.
1.
Measure the reel clearance before proceeding. For instructions, refer to
Measuring Reel Clearance, page 417
.
2.
Start the engine. For instructions, refer to the combine operator
’
s manual.