
5.5.2
Removing Knife
WARNING
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
before making adjustments to machine.
WARNING
Stand to rear of knife during removal to reduce risk of injury from cutting edges. Wear heavy gloves when
handling knife.
1. Shut down the windrower, and remove the key from
the ignition.
2. Stroke the knife manually to its outer limit.
3. Clean the area around the knifehead.
4. Remove the grease zerk (B) from the pin.
5. Remove bolt (A).
6. Use a screwdriver or chisel in slot (C) to release the
load on the knifehead pin.
7. Use a screwdriver or chisel to pry the pin upwards in
the pin groove until the pin is clear of the knifehead.
8. Push the knife assembly inboard until it is clear of the
output arm.
9. Seal the knifehead bearing with plastic or tape unless
it is being replaced.
10. Wrap a chain around the knifehead and pull out
the knife.
Figure 5.22: Knifehead
5.5.3
Removing Knifehead Bearing
WARNING
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
before making adjustments to machine.
WARNING
Stand to rear of knife during removal to reduce risk of injury from cutting edges. Wear heavy gloves when
handling knife.
IMPORTANT:
Repeat this procedure for each knife.
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