MacDon D1 Unloading And Assembly Instructions

D1 Series

Draper Header for M Series

Windrowers

Unloading and Assembly Instructions (North America)

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2018 Model Year

Original Instruction

The harvesting specialists.

D1 Series Draper Header for M Series Self-Propelled Windrowers

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Published: March 2018

Introduction

This instruction manual describes the unloading, setup, and predelivery requirements for the MacDon D1 Series
Draper Header for M Series Self-Propelled Windrowers.

To ensure the best performance of this product and the safety of your customers, carefully follow the unload and
assembly procedure from the beginning through to completion.

Carefully read all the material provided before attempting to unload, assemble, or use the machine.

Retain this instruction for future reference.

NOTE:

Keep your MacDon publications up-to-date. The latest version can be downloaded from our website
(www.macdon.com) or from our Dealer portal (https://portal.macdon.com) (login required).

This document is available in English.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction................................................................................................................................................i

Chapter 1: Safety .................................................................................................................................... 1

1.1 Signal Words .......................................................................................................................................1

1.2 General Safety.....................................................................................................................................2

1.3 Safety Signs ........................................................................................................................................4

Chapter 2: Unloading........................................................................................ ..................................... 5

2.1 Unloading Header from Trailer ..............................................................................................................5

2.2 Lowering Header .. ...............................................................................................................................7

2.2.1 Lowering Single-Reel Header.......................................................................................................7

2.2.2 Lowering Double-Reel Header .....................................................................................................9

2.3 Removing Shipping Supports ..............................................................................................................13

Chapter 3: Assembling the Header ............................................. ..................................................... 17

3.1 Attaching Reel Lift Cylinders ...............................................................................................................17

3.2 Attaching Cam Arms ..........................................................................................................................25

3.3 Opening Endshields ...........................................................................................................................26

3.4 Installing Crop Dividers....................................................................................................................... 27

3.5 Closing Endshields ............................................................................................................................29

3.6 Positioning Transport Lights................................................................................................................ 30

3.7 Installing Disc Segments of Outboard Reel Endshields ......................................................................... 31

3.8 Installing Options ...............................................................................................................................32

Chapter 4: Attaching Header to Windrower ...................................................................................33

4.1 Connecting Center-Link......................................................................................................................35

4.1.1 Mechanical Link ........................................................................................................................ 35

4.1.2 Hydraulic Link without Self-Alignment Kit .................................................................................... 37

4.1.3 Hydraulic Link with Optional Self-Alignment Kit............................................................................40

4.2 Connecting Hydraulics ....................................................................................................................... 42

4.3 Adding Tire Ballast .............................................................................................................................46

Chapter 5: Performing Predelivery Checks ................................................................................... 47

5.1 Checking Tire Pressure: Transport and Stabilizer Wheels .....................................................................47

5.2 Checking Wheel Bolt Torque............................................................................................................... 48

5.3 Checking Knife Drive Box ................................................................................................................... 49

5.4 Checking and Adjusting Knife Drive Belt Tension..................................................................................51

5.4.1 Checking and Tensioning Non-Timed Knife Drive Belts ................................................................51

5.4.2 Checking and Tensioning Timed Knife Drive Belts........................................................................ 52

5.4.3 Tensioning Timed Knife Drive V-Belts..........................................................................................53

5.5 Centering the Reel ............................................................................................................................. 54

5.5.1 Centering Double Reels............................................................................................................. 54

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5.5.2 Centering Single Reel................................................................................................................55

5.6 Adjusting Draper Tension.................................................................................................................... 56

5.7 Checking and Adjusting Draper Seal ...................................................................................................58

5.8 Checking and Adjusting Skid Shoe Settings .........................................................................................59

5.9 Leveling the Header ...........................................................................................................................60

5.10 Measuring and Adjusting Reel Clearance to Cutterbar ........................................................................61

5.10.1 Measuring Reel Clearance.......................................................................................................61

5.10.2 Adjusting Reel Clearance.........................................................................................................63

5.11 Checking and Adjusting Endshields ...................................................................................................64

5.12 Lubricating the Header .....................................................................................................................68

5.12.1 Greasing Procedure ................................................................................................................68

5.12.2 Lubrication Points....................................................................................................................69

5.13 Checking Manuals............................................................................................................................ 70

Chapter 6: Running up the Header................................................................................................... 71

6.1 Performing Post Run-Up Adjustments .................................................................................................71

6.1.1 Adjusting Knife...... ....................................................................................................................71

Chapter 7: Reference ........................................................................................................................... 73

7.1 Torque Specifications .........................................................................................................................73

7.1.1 Metric Bolt Specifications........................................................................................................... 73

7.1.2 Metric Bolt Specifications Bolting into Cast Aluminum ..................................................................75

7.1.3 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable) ......................................................................76

7.1.4 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Non-Adjustable)...............................................................78

7.1.5 O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) Hydraulic Fittings ............................................................................... 79

7.1.6 Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings .....................................................................................................80

7.2 Lifting Equipment Requirements .........................................................................................................81

7.3 Conversion Chart...............................................................................................................................82

7.4 Definitions .........................................................................................................................................83

Predelivery Checklist...........................................................................................................................85

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1 Safety

1.1 Signal Words

Three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION, are used to alert you to hazardous situations. Signal
words are selected using the following guidelines:

DANGER

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. It
may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

CAUTION

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It
may be used to alert against unsafe practices.

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1.2 General Safety

CAUTION

The following are general farm safety precautions that
should be part of your operating procedure for all types
of machinery.

Protect yourself.

• When assembling, operating, and servicing machinery,
wear all protective clothing and personal safety devices
that could be necessary for job at hand. Do NOT take
chances. You may need the following:

• Hard hat

• Protective footwear with slip resistant soles

• Protective glasses or goggles

• Heavy gloves

• Wet weather gear

• Respirator or filter mask

• Be aware that exposure to loud noises can cause hearing

impairment or loss. Wear suitable hearing protection
devices such as earmuffs or earplugs to help protect
against loud noises.

Figure 1.1: Safety Equipment

• Provide a first aid kit for use in case of emergencies.

• Keep a fire extinguisher on the machine. Be sure fire

extinguisher is properly maintained. Be familiar with its
proper use.

• Keep young children away from machinery at all times.

• Be aware that accidents often happen when Operator is

tired or in a hurry. Take time to consider safest way.
Never ignore warning signs of fatigue.

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Figure 1.2: Safety Equipment

Figure 1.3: Safety Equipment

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• Wear close-fitting clothing and cover long hair. Never
wear dangling items such as scarves or bracelets.

• Keep all shields in place. NEVER alter or remove safety
equipment. Make sure driveline guards can rotate
independently of shaft and can telescope freely.

• Use only service and repair parts made or approved by
equipment manufacturer. Substituted parts may not meet
strength, design, or safety requirements.

• Keep hands, feet, clothing, and hair away from moving
parts. NEVER attempt to clear obstructions or objects
from a machine while engine is running.

• Do NOT modify machine. Unauthorized modifications
may impair machine function and/or safety. It may also
shorten machine’s life.

Figure 1.4: Safety around Equipment

• To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of
machine, ALWAYS stop the engine and remove the key
from the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat for
any reason.

• Keep service area clean and dry. Wet or oily floors are
slippery. Wet spots can be dangerous when working with
electrical equipment. Be sure all electrical outlets and
tools are properly grounded.

• Keep work area well lit.

• Keep machinery clean. Straw and chaff on a hot engine is

a fire hazard. Do NOTallow oil or grease to accumulate
on service platforms, ladders, or controls. Clean
machines before storage.

• NEVER use gasoline, naphtha, or any volatile material for
cleaning purposes. These materials may be toxic and/or
flammable.

• When storing machinery, cover sharp or extending
components to prevent injury from accidental contact.

Figure 1.5: Safety around Equipment

Figure 1.6: Safety around Equipment

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1.3 Safety Signs

• Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times.

• Replace safety signs that are missing or become illegible.

• If original part on which a safety sign was installed is

replaced, be sure repair part also bears current
safety sign.

• Safety signs are available from your MacDon Dealer.

Figure 1.7: Operator’s Manual Decal

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Perform all procedures in this chapter in the order they are listed.

2.1 Unloading Header from Trailer

The following procedure assumes that two headers were shipped on the trailer.

CAUTION

To avoid injury to bystanders from being struck by machinery, do not allow people to stand in
unloading area.

CAUTION

Equipment used for unloading must meet or exceed the requirements specified below. Using inadequate
equipment may result in chain breakage, vehicle tipping, or machine damage.

IMPORTANT:

Forklifts are normally rated with the load centered 610 mm (24 in.) from the back end of forks. To obtain forklift
capacity for a load centered at 1220 mm (48 in.), check with your forklift distributor.

Table 2.1 Lifting Vehicle

Minimum Lifting

Capacity

Minimum Fork

Length (C)

To unload headers from a trailer, follow these steps:

1. Move trailer into position and block trailer wheels.

2. Lower trailer storage stands.

3178 kg (7000 lb.) load

center (A) at 1220 mm

(48 in.) (B) from back of forks

1981 mm (78 in.)

Figure 2.1: Minimum Lifting Capacity

A - Load Center of Gravity
B - Load Center 1220 mm (48 in.) from Back of Forks
C - Minimum Fork Length 1981 mm (78 in.)

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3. Approach one of the headers and slide forks (A)
underneath the shipping support (B) as far as possible
without contacting the shipping support of second
header (C).

IMPORTANT:

Avoid lifting the second header and ensure the forks do
not interfere with the shipping frame. If the forks contact
the second header, the header could be damaged.

4. Remove hauler’s tie-down straps, chains, and wooden
blocks.

5. Slowly raise header off trailer deck.

WARNING

Be sure forks are secure before moving away from load.
Stand clear when lifting.

6. Back up until header clears trailer and slowly lower to
150 mm (6 in.) from ground.

7. Take header to the storage or setup area. Ensure
ground is flat and free of rocks or debris that could
damage the header.

8. Repeat above steps for second header.

Figure 2.2: Header Shipping Supports

9. Check for shipping damage and missing parts.

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2.2 Lowering Header

The procedure for lowering the header varies depending on whether the header has a single or double reel. Refer
to the following:

• 2.2.1 Lowering Single-Reel Header, page 7

• 2.2.2 Lowering Double-Reel Header, page 9

2.2.1 Lowering Single-Reel Header

Reposition header in preparation for assembly and setup as follows:

1. Choose an area with level ground.

2. Approach header from its underside and place forks
under top of shipping frame (A).

3. Attach a chain (B) at each end of the shipping frame
and secure other end to lifting vehicle.

Figure 2.3: Shipping Frame

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Stand clear when lowering, as machine may swing.

4. Back up SLOWLY while lowering forks until header is
just above the ground. Refer to the four positions in the
illustration.

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Figure 2.4: Lowering the Header

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5. Place 150 mm (6 in.) blocks (A) under each end and
center of cutterbar, and then lower header onto blocks.

6. Remove chain and move lifting vehicle to rear of
header.

7. Attach chain to center-link anchor on frame tube and
raise rear of header so that stand can be lowered.

8. Lower header stand by pulling pin (A), lowering
stand (B), and releasing pin (A) to secure stand
in place.

9. If ground is soft, place a block under the stand.

10. Lower header onto stand.

Figure 2.5: Block under Cutterbar

2.2.2 Lowering Double-Reel Header

Reposition header in preparation for assembly and setup as follows:

1. Choose an area with level ground.

2. Drive lifting vehicle to approach header from its
underside.

Figure 2.6: Header Stand

Figure 2.7: Underside of Header

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3. Attach a chain to shipping support (A) at center
reel arm.

IMPORTANT:

Do NOT lift header at this location. This procedure is
only for laying the machine over into working position.

CAUTION

Stand clear when lowering, as machine may swing.

Figure 2.8: Shipping Support

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4. Back up SLOWLY while lowering forks until header is
just above the ground. Refer to the four positions in the
illustration.

Figure 2.9: Lowering the Header

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5. Place 150 mm (6 in.) blocks (A) under each end and
center of cutterbar, and then lower header onto blocks.

6. Remove chain and move lifting vehicle to rear of
header.

7. Attach chain to center-link anchor on frame tube and
raise rear of header so that stand can be lowered.

8. Lower the header stand: pull pin (A), lower stand (B),
and release pin (A) to secure stand in place.

9. If ground is soft, place a block under the stand.

10. Lower header onto stand.

Figure 2.10: Block under Cutterbar

11. Remove chain.

Figure 2.11: Header Stand

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2.3 Removing Shipping Supports

NOTE:

Unless otherwise specified, discard all shipping materials and hardware.

1. Cut straps and remove draper header supports (A) from
shipping support. Set draper header supports aside for
installation.

Figure 2.12: Draper Header Supports, and
Shipping Supports

2. Single reel only: Cut banding (A) securing reel to
cutterbar and backtube.

3. Remove four bolts (A) securing upper support (B) to
header legs and remove support.

Figure 2.13: Single Reel

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4. Remove six bolts (A) securing lower support (B) to
header legs and remove support.

5. Remove the four bolts (A) from the shipping stands at
both outboard header legs and remove the shipping
stands.

Figure 2.15: Lower Support

6. Remove reel anti-rotation brace (A) from between reel
and endsheet.

Figure 2.16: Outer Leg Shipping Supports

Figure 2.17: Anti-Rotation Brace

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7. At the left side of the header, cut and remove the
wire (A) securing the endshield to the panel. Repeat at
the opposite side.

8. Loosen the three nuts (B) securing the shipping support
to the endsheet.

9. Slide shipping support (C) backward to remove.

10. Tighten nuts (B).

11. At the right side of the header, loosen the two nuts (A)
securing the shipping support (B) to the endsheet.

12. Slide shipping support (B) backward to remove.

13. Tighten nuts (A).

Figure 2.18: Endsheet Shipping Support

Figure 2.19: Endsheet Shipping Support

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3.1 Attaching Reel Lift Cylinders

CAUTION

Bolts (A) (with tags) on reel arms keep the reel from
sliding forward. Ensure fore-aft cylinders are attached
before removing bolts.

Figure 3.1: Right Reel Arm

1 - Single Reel 2 - Double Reel

Figure 3.2: Left Reel Arm

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NOTE:

Some parts removed from illustration for clarity.

1. Position sling (A) around the reel tube (B) close to the
outboard end of reel and attach sling to a forklift or
equivalent lifting device.

2. Remove shipping wire/banding from the reel lift
cylinder.

3. Lift reel and remove two top bolts (A) on outboard reel
arm supports. Repeat for opposite side.

Figure 3.3: Reel Tube

4. Double-reel headers only: Lift reel and remove two
top bolts (A) on center reel arm to allow the center reel
arm to move.

Figure 3.4: Outboard Reel Arm Support

Figure 3.5: Center Reel Arm (Double-Reel
Header Only)

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5. Lift reel and remove pins from the endsheet and the
reel arm.

6. Align the reel lift cylinder mounting holes until they line
up with the lug on endsheet and the hole in the
reel arm.

7. Secure cylinder to endsheet and reel arm with pins
as shown.

• Insert cotter pin (A) OUTBOARD at reel arm

• Insert cotter pin (B) INBOARD at endsheet

8. Move reel safety props (A) to engaged position (B) at
outer arm.

Figure 3.6: Right Reel Lift Cylinder

Figure 3.7: Reel Safety Props

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9. For double reel only:

a. Position sling (A) around the reel tube near the reel

center support arm.

b. Lift reel to gain access to the center lift cylinder.

c. Remove shipping wire and banding from center

reel lift cylinder.

10. For double reel only:

a. Remove 3/4 in. socket head bolt and 5/8 in. nut

from cylinder rod end. Retain hardware.

b. Attach rod end of cylinder (B) to reel arm with

socket head bolt and nut (A). Access hardware
through holes in reel arm braces.

Figure 3.8: Lifting the Reel (Double Reel Only)

c. Torque bolt and nut (A) to 54–61 Nm (40–45 lbf·ft).

d. Remove pin at barrel end of cylinder.

e. Adjust reel height so pin can be installed at barrel

end of cylinder and mounting structure.

11. Reposition the sling (A) around reel tube near the
opposite outboard reel arm.

12. Remove shipping wire and banding from the reel lift
cylinder.

Figure 3.9: Reel Arm Braces

Figure 3.10: Outboard Reel Arm

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13. Lift reel and remove pins from the endsheet (B) and the
reel arm (A).

14. Align the reel lift cylinder mounting holes until they line
up with the lug on endsheet and the hole in the
reel arm.

15. Secure cylinder to endsheet and reel arm with pins
as shown.

• Insert cotter pin (A) OUTBOARD at reel arm

• Insert cotter pin (B) INBOARD at endsheet

16. Move the reel safety props (A) to engaged position (B).

Figure 3.11: Left Reel Lift Cylinder

Figure 3.12: Reel Safety Prop

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17. Double reel only: Remove the remaining bolt (A),
disengage center reel arm shipping support (B) from
cutterbar, and remove shipping support.

18. Remove bolts (A) from reel arm support at endsheet
and remove support. Repeat at other side.

Figure 3.13: Center Reel Arm Shipping Support

Figure 3.14: Outboard Reel Arm Supports

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19. Remove brace bolts and tags (A) locking the reel fore­aft position at outer reel arms.

NOTE:

Do NOT use hydraulic pressure to move fore-aft
cylinder to aid in removing brace bolts. Cylinder
damage may occur.

Figure 3.15: Right Reel Arm

1 - Single Reel 2 - Double Reel

Figure 3.16: Left Reel Arm

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20. Double reel only: Remove the remaining three
bolts (A) locking the reel fore-aft position at the center
reel arm and remove shipping channel (B).

Figure 3.17: Center Reel Arm Shipping Channel
(Double-Reel Header Only)

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3.2 Attaching Cam Arms

To attach the reel cam arms, follow these steps:

1. Rotate the reel manually until the tine bars with
disconnected cam links are accessible.

2. Remove shipping wire (A) (if not already removed).

3. Remove bag of hardware (A) from tine bar. It contains
hardware for cam links and endshields.

Figure 3.18: Disconnected Cam Links and
Shipping Wire

4. Rotate tine bar crank (A) and position link (B) so
attachment holes in bar crank are aligned with hole
in link.

5. Install bolt (C) in link and position shim (D) on bolt so
that shim is between link and tine bar crank.

NOTE:

Bolts are precoated with Loctite
method is required.

6. Realign link (B) and tine bar crank (A) and thread in
bolt (C).

7. Repeat for remaining tine bars and torque bolts to

165 Nm (120 lbf·ft).

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Figure 3.19: Hardware Bag Right Reel

Figure 3.20: Bar Crank Attachment Holes and
Link Alignment

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3.3 Opening Endshields

1. Push release lever (A) located on the backside of the
endshield to unlock the shield.

2. Pull endshield open using handle depression (B).

3. Pull endshield at handle depression (A). Endshield is
retained by a hinge tab (B) and will open in
direction (C).

Figure 3.21: Left Endshield

4. Pull the endshield free of hinge tab (A) if additional
clearance is required, and swing shield towards the rear
of the header.

5. Engage safety latch (B) on hinge arm to secure the
shield in fully open position.

Figure 3.22: Left Endshield

Figure 3.23: Left Endshield

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3.4 Installing Crop Dividers

One crop and two rod dividers are stored on the right inboard side of the endsheet; the other crop divider is stored
on the left inboard side of the endsheet.

1. Loosen the bolt at location (A) on the lock tab securing
the divider rods (B) to the storage bracket (C).

2. Remove divider rods (B) from the storage bracket (C)
and pull away from the lower divider rod support (D).
Set aside for installation later.

3. Return lock tab to its original position and tighten bolt at
location (A).

Figure 3.24: Divider Rods on Endsheet

4. Support the crop divider, remove shipping wire (A) at
front end, and remove bolt (B).

5. Remove bolt and washer (C).

6. Position crop divider as shown and insert lugs (A) into
slots (B) in endsheet.

Figure 3.25: Crop Divider on Endsheet

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7. Lift forward end of divider up to endsheet and install
washer (A) and bolt (B).

8. Position divider rod (B) on tip of crop divider as shown
and tighten bolt (A).

Figure 3.27: Installing Divider

9. Check that divider does NOT move laterally. Adjust
bolts (A) as required to tighten divider and remove
lateral play when pulling at divider tip.

10. Repeat Step 4, page 27 to Step 9, page 28 on the left
side of the header.

Figure 3.28: Divider Rod on Crop Divider

Figure 3.29: Adjustment Hardware

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3.5 Closing Endshields

1. Disengage lock (B) to allow endshield to move.

2. Insert front of endshield behind hinge tab (A) and into
divider cone.

3. Swing endshield in direction (A) into closed position.
Engage lock with a firm push.

4. Check that endshield is locked.

Figure 3.30: Left Endshield

Figure 3.31: Left Endshield

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3.6 Positioning Transport Lights

Transport lights are located on each of the outboard reel arms.

1. Position lights (A) perpendicular to header.

Figure 3.32: Transport Light Perpendicular
to Header

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3.7 Installing Disc Segments of Outboard Reel Endshields

To meet the trucking load regulations for the maximum load
width and height, two disc segments of the reel
endshields (A) may have been removed from the right reel
(tail end) and left reel (cam end). Check if reel endshields
are completely installed. If not, install the two disc segments
as follows:

Figure 3.33: Partially Installed Reel Endshield
(Cam End Shown, Tail End Similar)

1. Retrieve the bag of hardware removed from the center
draper support.

2. Remove the two bolts (A) securing the disc segments to
support tabs. Retain for reinstallation later.

3. Engage slots on disc segment (B) on endshield support
tabs (C).

4. Secure the other end of the disc segment to support
using the bolt (A) that was removed earlier.

5. Position last disc segment (B) in front of disc
segment (C) and behind disc segment (D), engage
endshield support tabs through all disc segments, and
secure with two bolts (E).

NOTE:

It may be necessary to loosen hardware and use a pry
tool to secure the last disc segment in place.

6. Repeat procedure at the opposite side.

Figure 3.34: Reel Endshield

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3.8 Installing Options

Retrieve the kits supplied as options with the header, and install them according to the instructions supplied with
each kit.

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WARNING

To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
before adjusting machine.

IMPORTANT:

To prevent damage to lift system when lowering header lift
linkages without a header or weight box attached to
windrower, ensure that float engagement pin is installed in
storage location (B) and NOT installed at hole location (A).

Figure 4.1: Header Float Linkage

NOTE:

If header boots (supplied with header) are already installed to windrower lift linkage, proceed to Step 5, page 34.

1. Remove hairpin to remove clevis pin (B) from boot (A).

Figure 4.2: Header Boot

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D

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2. Position boot (B) on lift linkage (A) and reinstall clevis
pin (C). Pin may be installed from either side of boot.

3. Secure clevis pin (C) with hairpin (D).

4. Repeat for opposite lift linkage.

5. Remove hairpins from pins (A) and remove pins from
header legs.

Figure 4.3: Header Boot

CAUTION

Check that all bystanders have cleared the area.

6. Start engine and activate HEADER DOWN switch (A)
on ground speed lever (GSL). Fully retract header lift
cylinders.

Figure 4.4: Header Leg

Figure 4.5: Ground Speed Lever (GSL)

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7. Drive windrower forward slowly so that boots (A) enter
header legs (B). Continue to drive slowly forward until
linkages contact support plates in lower header legs
and header nudges forward.

8. Check that linkages are properly engaged in header
legs, contacting support plates.

Figure 4.6: Boot Engaging Header

4.1 Connecting Center-Link

The procedure for connecting the center-link varies depending on the type of center-link installed on the machine.
Refer to the applicable topic:

• 4.1.1 Mechanical Link, page 35

• 4.1.2 Hydraulic Link without Self-Alignment Kit, page 37

• 4.1.3 Hydraulic Link with Optional Self-Alignment Kit, page 40

4.1.1 Mechanical Link

The following connection procedure applies to M155 and M155E4 Windrowers with a mechanical center-link.

WARNING

To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
before adjusting machine.

1. Stop engine and remove key.

2. Loosen nut (A) and rotate barrel (B) to adjust length so
that link lines up with header bracket.

3. Install pin (C) and secure with cotter pin.

4. Adjust link to required length for proper header angle by
rotating barrel (B). Tighten nut (A) against barrel. A
slight tap with a hammer is sufficient.

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Figure 4.7: Mechanical Center-Link

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B

C

1007681

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B

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CAUTION

Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area.

5. Start engine.

6. Raise header fully with HEADER UP switch (A) on
ground speed lever (GSL).

7. Stop engine and remove key.

8. Engage safety props on both lift cylinders.

9. Install pin (A) through header leg (engaging U-bracket
in header leg). Repeat for opposite side of header.

10. Raise header stand (B) to storage position by pulling
pin (C) and lifting stand into uppermost position.
Release pin (C) to secure stand in place.

Figure 4.8: Ground Speed Lever (GSL)

11. Remove pin from storage position (B) in linkage and
insert into hole (A) to engage float springs. Secure with
hairpin and repeat for opposite side of windrower.

12. Disengage safety props.

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Figure 4.9: Header Stand

Figure 4.10: Float Springs Engaged

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B

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CAUTION

Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area.

13. Start engine and activate HEADER DOWN switch (A)
on GSL to lower header fully.

14. Stop engine and remove key.

Figure 4.11: GSL

4.1.2 Hydraulic Link without Self-Alignment Kit

The following connection procedure applies to M155E4 Windrowers without self-aligning hydraulic center-links.

WARNING

To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
before adjusting machine.

1. Stop engine and remove key.

2. Relocate pin (A) at frame linkage as required to position
hook (B) over header pin (not shown).

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Figure 4.12: Center-Link

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B

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B

1009603

A

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CAUTION

Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area.

3. Start engine and activate HEADER TILT switches on
ground speed lever (GSL) to extend or retract
center-link cylinder so that hook lines-up with header
attachment pin.

4. Stop engine and remove key.

5. Push down on rod end (B) of link center-link (A) until
hook engages pin on header and is locked.

IMPORTANT:

Hook release must be down to enable self-locking
mechanism. If release is up (open), manually push it
down after hook engages header pin.

Figure 4.13: GSL

A - HEADER TILT DOWN Switch B - HEADER TILT UP Switch

6. Check that center-link (A) is locked onto header by
pulling upward on rod end (B) of cylinder.

CAUTION

Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area.

7. Start engine.

8. Raise header fully with HEADER UP switch (A) on
the GSL.

9. Stop engine and remove key.

10. Engage safety props on both lift cylinders.

Figure 4.14: Center-Link

Figure 4.15: Ground Speed Lever (GSL)

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B

C

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B

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A

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11. Install pin (A) through header leg (engaging U-bracket
in header leg). Repeat for opposite side of header.

12. Raise header stand (B) to storage position by pulling
pin (C) and lifting stand into uppermost position.
Release pin (C) to secure stand in place.

13. Remove pin from storage position (B) in linkage and
insert into hole (A) to engage float springs. Secure with
hairpin and repeat for opposite side of windrower.

14. Disengage safety props.

Figure 4.16: Header Stand

CAUTION

Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area.

15. Start engine and activate HEADER DOWN switch (A)
on GSL to lower header fully.

16. Stop engine and remove key.

Figure 4.17: Float Springs Engaged

Figure 4.18: GSL

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C

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4.1.3 Hydraulic Link with Optional Self-Alignment Kit

The following connection procedure applies to M155 and M155E4 Windrowers with a hydraulic center-link and
optional self-alignment kit installed.

WARNING

To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
before adjusting machine.

1. Adjust position of center-link hook (A) with reel position
switches (B), and header tilt switches (C) on Ground
Speed Lever (GSL) until hook (A) is above header
attachment pin.

IMPORTANT:

Hook release (D) must be down to enable self-locking
mechanism. If release is open (up), manually push it
down after hook (A) engages header pin.

2. Lower center-link hook (A) onto header with REEL
DOWN switch on GSL until it locks into position (hook
release [D] is down).

3. Check that center-link is locked onto header by
pressing REEL UP switch on the GSL.

CAUTION

Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area.

4. Start engine.

5. Raise header fully with HEADER UP switch (A) on
the GSL.

6. Stop engine and remove key.

7. Engage safety props on both lift cylinders.

Figure 4.19: Hydraulic Center-Link

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Figure 4.20: Ground Speed Lever (GSL)

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B

C

1008712

A

B

1008947

A

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8. Install pin (A) through header leg (engaging U-bracket
in header leg) and secure using retaining ring. Repeat
for opposite side of header.

9. Raise header stand (B) to storage position by pulling
pin (C) and lifting stand into uppermost position.
Release pin (C) to secure stand in place.

10. Remove pin from storage position (B) in linkage and
insert into hole (A) to engage float springs. Secure with
hairpin and repeat for opposite side of windrower.

11. Disengage safety props.

Figure 4.21: Header Stand

CAUTION

Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area.

12. Start engine and activate HEADER DOWN switch (A)
on GSL to lower header fully.

13. Stop engine and remove key.

Figure 4.22: Float Springs Engaged

Figure 4.23: GSL

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4.2 Connecting Hydraulics

NOTE:

Windrowers equipped with D1 Series hydraulics have four header-drive hoses on the left side and up to five
reel-drive hoses on the right.

Figure 4.24: M Series Hydraulics

A - Header-Drive Hydraulics B - Reel-Drive Hydraulics

1. If not already equipped, install optional drive/lift kits as shown in Table 4.1, page 42. If windrower is equipped,
proceed directly to Step 12, page 44.

Table 4.1 Optional Drive/Lift Kits for D1 Series Header

Part Numbers for D Series Draper Header Optional Kits

Windrower

Reverser

Coupler

–

–

M155

M155E4

Reel Drive/Lift Reel Fore-Aft

MD #B5577 MD #B5577 MD #B4656

MD #B5577 MD #B5577 MD #B4656

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B

A

1008928

A

B

D

E

C

1004170

A

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Connect header-drive hydraulics and electrical harness to header as follows:

2. Check connectors and clean if required.

3. Disengage and rotate lever (C) counterclockwise to
fully-up position.

4. Remove cap securing electrical connector (B) to frame.

5. Move hose bundle (A) from windrower around hose
support on header.

Figure 4.25: Header-Drive Hydraulics and
Electrical Harness

6. Push each hose connector onto receptacle until collar
on receptacle snaps into lock position.

7. Remove cover on electrical receptacle (A).

8. Push electrical connector onto receptacle and turn
collar on connector to lock it in place.

9. Attach cover to mating cover on windrower wiring
harness.

10. Lower lever (A), and engage in down position.

Figure 4.26: Header Receptacles

A - Electrical Connector B - Knife Drive
C - Case Drain (Double Knife) D - Draper Drive
E - Return

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Figure 4.27: Hose Support

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B

1008930

A

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11. Check that hose support is positioned so that top
bolt (A) is midway in slot, and lower bolt (B) is in forward
hole. Loosen bolts and adjust as required.

Connect reel-drive hydraulics (A) as follows:

12. Check connectors (A) and clean if required.

Figure 4.28: Hose Support

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Figure 4.29: Reel-Drive Hydraulics

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B

C

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A

B

C

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13. Open cover (A) on header receptacle.

14. Push in lock button (B) and pull handle (C) to half-open
position.

15. Remove hose bundle with multicoupler (A) from
windrower and position onto header receptacle.

16. Push handle (B) to engage pins on connector.

17. Push handle away from hoses until lock button (C)
snaps out.

Figure 4.30: Header Receptacle

CAUTION

Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area.

18. Start engine and raise and lower header and reel a few
times to allow trapped air to pass back to reservoir.

19. Stop engine and remove key.

NOTE:

It is not necessary to bleed system by loosening fittings.

Figure 4.31: Multicoupler on Header

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4.3 Adding Tire Ballast

When using large headers on the windrower, adding fluid ballast to the rear caster tires will improve machine
stability.

Machine stability is also affected by different attachments, windrower options, terrains, and driving techniques.

Ballast capability per tire is at a maximum fill of 75% or when the fluid is level with the valve stem when the stem is
positioned at the 12 o’clock position. Always add an equal amount of fluid on both sides. Fluid can be added to any
level up to maximum fill.

Table 4.2 Fluid per Tire

Tire Size

7.5 x 16

10 x 16

16.5 x 16.1

Table 4.3 Recommended Ballast

Header Size

7.6 m (25 ft.)

and less

Applicable

Windrower

All

9.1 m (30 ft.)

Single Reel or

Double Reel

(without conditioner)

All

10.6 m (35 ft.)
Single Reel

Fluid per Tire at 75% Fill

liters (U.S. Gal.)

38 (10) 91 (200)

69 (18) 170 (380)

158 (41) 377 (830)

Rec. Tire Size

Per Tire

liters

(U.S. Gal.)

7.5 x 16
10 x 16

16.5 x 16.1

7.5 x 16
10 x 16

16.5 x 16.1

Total Weight of Both Tires

kg (lb.)

1

Recommended Ballast

Level Ground

Both Tires

lb. (kg)

2

Per Tire

liters

(U.S. Gal.)

Hills

Both Tires

kg (lb.)

2

0000

0 0 38(10) 91 (200)

9.1 m (30 ft.)
Double Reel

(with steel fingers and

conditioner)

All

10.6 m (35 ft.)
Double Reel

(5- or 6-bat)

12.2 m (40 ft.) M155E4 16.5 x 16.1 115 (30) 288 (630) 158 (41) 377 (830)

When the recommended fluid ballast has been added, proceed to 5 Performing Predelivery Checks, page 47.

1. Weights given are for typical calcium chloride and water mixtures. Weight is reduced by 20% if only water is
used (for areas that do not require antifreeze protection).

2. If only water is used, increase volume of water by 20% (up to maximum allowable fill per tire) to compensate.

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Level ground:

10 x 16

16.5 x 16.1

Hills:

16.5 x 16.1

69 (18) 170 (380) 115 (30) 288 (630)

5 Performing Predelivery Checks

This machine has been set at the factory and should not require further adjustments; however, the following checks
will ensure your machine provides maximum performance. If adjustments are necessary, follow the procedures in
this chapter.

WARNING

To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
before adjusting machine.

IMPORTANT:

To avoid machine damage, check that no shipping material has fallen into the machine.

1. Perform the final checks as listed on the Predelivery Checklist (yellow sheet attached to this instruction –

Predelivery Checklist, page 85) to ensure the machine is field-ready. Refer to the following pages for detailed

instructions as indicated on the Checklist. The completed Checklist should be retained by either the Operator
or the Dealer.

5.1 Checking Tire Pressure: Transport and Stabilizer Wheels

Check tire inflation pressure. If necessary, inflate tires according to the following table:

Table 5.1 Tire Inflation Pressure

Tire

Goodyear Wrangler RT/S 205/75 R15 276 kPa (40 psi)

Carlisle and Titan ST205/75 R15 448 kPa (65 psi)

IMPORTANT:

Do NOT exceed maximum pressure specified on tire sidewall.

Size

Pressure

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5.2 Checking Wheel Bolt Torque

Perform the following procedure to ensure that transport and stabilizer wheel bolts are correctly torqued:

1. Check wheel bolt torque is 110–120 Nm (80–90 lbf·ft)
and adjust as necessary. Refer to bolt tightening
sequence illustration.

Figure 5.1: Bolt Tightening Sequence

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5.3 Checking Knife Drive Box

Single-knife headers have one knife-drive box and double-knife headers have two knife-drive boxes. To access the
knife drive box(es), endshield(s) must be fully opened.

WARNING

To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
before making adjustments to machine.

1. Press down on the latch in the opening (A) on the
inboard side of the endsheet.

2. Pull endshield open using handle depression (B).

3. Swivel the endshield toward the back of the header and
use the safety latch (B) to secure the endshield support
tube (A) to the endsheet.

Figure 5.2: Endshield Latch Access

Figure 5.3: Left Endshield Support Tube

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IMPORTANT:

The knife drive box breather is shipped in position (A)
(forward) to prevent oil loss during transport. The
breather MUST be repositioned to location (B) to prevent
oil loss during normal operation. Failure to do so can
result in damage to the knife drive box.

4. Check position of plug (A) and breather (B) at knife
drive box. Position MUST be as shown.

5. Remove breather (B) and check oil level. The oil level
should be between the bottom edge (C) of the lower
hole (D) and the bottom (E) of the breather.

NOTE:

Check oil level with top of knife drive box horizontal and
with the breather (B) screwed in.

6. Reinstall breather and tighten.

Figure 5.4: Knife Drive Box

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5.4 Checking and Adjusting Knife Drive Belt Tension

Proceed to the section that applies to the header’s knife drive configuration:

• 5.4.1 Checking and Tensioning Non-Timed Knife Drive Belts, page 51

• 5.4.2 Checking and Tensioning Timed Knife Drive Belts, page 52

• 5.4.3 Tensioning Timed Knife Drive V-Belts, page 53

Single-knife headers have one knife-drive belt and double-knife headers have two knife-drive belts.

5.4.1 Checking and Tensioning Non-Timed Knife Drive Belts

WARNING

To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
before making adjustments to machine.

IMPORTANT:

To prolong the belt and drive life, do NOT overtighten the belt.

1. Open the left endshield.

NOTE:

Belt guide removed for clarity.

2. Loosen the two bolts (A) securing the motor assembly
to the header endsheet.

3. Check drive belt tension. A properly tensioned drive
belt (C) should deflect 24–28 mm (15/16–1-1/8 in.)
when 133 N (30 lbf) of force is applied at the midspan. If
the belt needs to be tensioned, turn the adjuster bolt (B)
clockwise to move the drive motor until proper tension
is set.

4. Ensure the clearance between the belt (A) and the belt
guide (B) is 1 mm (1/16 in.).

5. Loosen the three bolts (C), and adjust the position of
the guide (B) as required.

6. Tighten the three bolts (C).

7. Close the endshield.

8. Double-knife headers only: Repeat procedure on the
other side of the header.

Figure 5.5: Non-Timed Double-Knife Drive

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Figure 5.6: Knife Drive

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D

C

A

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5.4.2 Checking and Tensioning Timed Knife Drive Belts

The procedure for tensioning timed knife drive belts is the same for both sides of the header. The illustrations
shown are for the left side—the right side is opposite.

WARNING

To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
before making adjustments to machine.

IMPORTANT:

To prolong belt and drive life, do NOT overtighten belt.

IMPORTANT:

Do NOT use the adjuster bolt at the drive pulley to adjust timing belt tension.

1. Shut down the combine, and remove the key from the
ignition.

2. Open the endshield.

3. Check drive belt tension. A properly tensioned belt
should deflect 13 mm (1/2 in.) at the midpoint of the
upper span when a force of 27 N (6 lbf) is applied.

4. If the belt needs to be tensioned, loosen two nuts (A) on
the knife drive belt idler bracket (B).

5. Position the pry bar (C) under the idler bracket, and
push the bracket upwards until a force of 27 N (6 lbf)
deflects the belt 13 mm (1/2 in.) at the midpoint of the
upper span.

NOTE:

Protect the machine’s paint by placing a piece of
wood (D) under the pry bar (C).

Figure 5.7: Knife Drive – Left Side

Figure 5.8: Knife Drive – Left Side

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1009817

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B

A

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C

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6. After achieving the proper belt tension, tighten the
nuts (C) to 73–80 Nm (54–59 lbf·ft).

7. Remove the pry bar (A) and wood (B).

NOTE:

Readjust the tension of a new belt after a short run-in
period (about five hours).

8. Ensure the clearance (A) between the belt (B) and the
guide (C) is 0.5–1.5 mm (1/32–1/16 in.).

9. Loosen bolts (D) and adjust the guide if necessary.
Tighten bolts.

10. Close the endshield.

Figure 5.9: Knife Drive – Left Side

11. Repeat procedure for the opposite side of the header.

Figure 5.10: Belt Guide – Left Side

5.4.3 Tensioning Timed Knife Drive V-Belts

1. Loosen the two bolts (A).

2. Turn drawbolt (B) clockwise to tighten or
counterclockwise to loosen belts (C) tension.

NOTE:

Tension is checked at mid-span of the belts. The belts
should deflect 4 mm (5/32 in.) with 52–77 N (12–17 lbf)
of force applied to each belt.

3. Tighten bolts (A).

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Figure 5.11: Knife Drive V-belts

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1016439

A

B

B

C

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5.5 Centering the Reel

5.5.1 Centering Double Reels

WARNING

To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
before making adjustments to machine.

1. Measure clearances at locations (A) between reels and
both endsheets. The clearances should be the same if
the reels are centered. If the reels are not centered,
proceed to Step 2, page 54.

2. Loosen bolts (A) on each brace (B) located on both
sides of the reel support arm (C).

3. Move the forward end of the reel center support arm (C)
laterally as required, to center both reels.

4. Tighten bolts (A) and torque to 359 Nm (265 lbf∙ft).

Figure 5.12: Double Reel Measurement
Locations

Figure 5.13: Reel Center Support Arm

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B

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5.5.2 Centering Single Reel

WARNING

To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
before making adjustments to machine.

1. Loosen bolt (A) on the brace (B) at both ends of
the reel.

2. Move the forward end of the reel support arm (C)
laterally as required, to center the reel.

3. Tighten bolts (A) and torque to 359 Nm (265 lbf∙ft).

Figure 5.14: Reel Support Arm

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5.6 Adjusting Draper Tension

WARNING

To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine,
remove key, and engage safety props before going under machine for any reason.

1. Ensure the white indicator bar (A) is at the halfway point
in the window.

WARNING

Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area.

2. Start the engine and fully raise the header.

3. Shut down the windrower, and remove the key from the
ignition.

4. Engage the header safety props.

Figure 5.15: Left Side Tension Adjuster Shown –
Right Side Opposite

5. Ensure the draper guide (the rubber track on the
underside of the draper) is properly engaged in the
groove (A) on the drive roller.

Figure 5.16: Drive Roller

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B

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B

C

D

E

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6. Ensure the idler roller (A) is between the draper
guides (B).

NOTE:

If adjustment is required, tension the drapers just
enough to prevent slipping and to keep the draper from
sagging below the cutterbar.

IMPORTANT:

Do NOT adjust nut (C). This nut is used for draper
alignment only.

7. To loosen the adjuster bolt (A), turn it counterclockwise.
The white indicator bar (B) will move outboard in the
direction of arrow (D) to indicate that the draper is
loosening. Loosen until the white indicator bar is at the
halfway point in the window.

Figure 5.17: Idler Roller

8. To tighten the adjuster bolt (A), turn it clockwise. The
white indicator bar (B) will move inboard in the direction
of arrow (E) to indicate that the draper is tightening.
Tighten until the white indicator bar is at the halfway
point in the window.

IMPORTANT:

• To avoid premature failure of the draper, draper

rollers, and/or tightener components, do not operate
with the tension set so the white bar is not visible.

• To prevent scooping dirt, ensure the draper is tight

enough that it does not sag below the point where
the cutterbar contacts the ground.

Figure 5.18: Left Side Tension Adjuster Shown –
Right Side Opposite

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B

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A

B

C

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5.7 Checking and Adjusting Draper Seal

Maintain the deck height such that the draper runs just below the cutterbar.

IMPORTANT:

New factory-installed drapers are pressure and heat
checked at the factory. The gap between the draper (A) and
cutterbar (B) is set to 1–3 mm (1/32–1/8 in.). To prevent
material from entering the drapers and cutterbar, you may
need to decrease the deck clearance to 0 mm (0 in.) after an
initial break-in period of approximately 50 hours.

1. Check deck height. Draper (A) should run just below
cutterbar (B) with a gap of 1–3 mm (1/32–1/8 in.)
between the top of deck front track and cutterbar.

• If deck height is acceptable, skip the remaining

steps and proceed to 5.8 Checking and Adjusting

Skid Shoe Settings, page 59.

• If deck height is NOT acceptable, adjust seal as

described in the following steps:

2. Lift draper (A) up at front edge past cutterbar (B).

Figure 5.19: Draper/Cutterbar Gap

3. Loosen two lock nuts (A) a half-turn on deck
support (B).

NOTE:

Deck shown with draper removed.

4. Tap deck (C) to lower deck relative to supports and
achieve the recommended setting. Tap support (B)
using a punch to raise deck relative to supports.

5. Tighten deck support hardware (A).

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Figure 5.20: Draper and Cutterbar

Figure 5.21: Draper Deck Supports

1007626

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C

B

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A

B

C

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5.8 Checking and Adjusting Skid Shoe Settings

To check and adjust skid shoes, follow these steps:

WARNING

To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine,
remove key, and engage safety props before going under machine for any reason.

DANGER

Engage header safety props and reel props before working under header or reel.

1. Check the adjustment hole positions on the lugs (A) on
each skid shoe. They should be the same.

2. If necessary, adjust skid shoe as follows:

a. Remove lynch pin (B).

b. Hold shoe and remove pin (C) by disengaging

frame and then pulling away from shoe.

c. Raise or lower skid shoe to desired position using

holes in support as a guide.

d. Reinsert pin (C), engage in frame, and secure with

lynch pin (B).

e. Check that all skid shoes are adjusted to the same

position.

Figure 5.22: Inner Skid Shoe

Figure 5.23: Outer Skid Shoe

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5.9 Leveling the Header

The windrower linkages are factory-set to provide the proper level for the header and should not normally require
adjustment.

1. If the header is not level, check the pressure of the windrower’s tires to ensure they are properly inflated (refer
to your windrower operator’s manual).

2. If the header is still not level, adjust the windrower linkages as required (refer to the appropriate section in the
windrower operator’s manual).

NOTE:

The float springs are NOT used to level the header.

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5.10 Measuring and Adjusting Reel Clearance to Cutterbar

The minimum clearance between the reel fingers and the cutterbar ensures that the reel fingers do not contact the
cutterbar during operation. The clearance is set at the factory, but some adjustment may be necessary before
operation.

The finger to guard/cutterbar clearances with reels fully lowered are shown in Table 5.2, page 61.

Table 5.2 Finger to Guard/Cutterbar Clearance

Header Width

6.1 m (20 ft.)

7.6 m (25 ft.)

9.1 m (30 ft.)

10.7 m (35 ft.)

12.2 m (40 ft.)

13.7 m (45 ft.)

(X) 3 mm (+/- 1/8 in.) at Reel Ends

Single Reel

20 mm

(3/4 in.)

25 mm

(1 in.)

45 mm

(1-3/4 in.)

60 mm

(2-3/8 in.)

—

—

Double Reel

—

—

20 mm

(3/4 in.)

20 mm

(3/4 in.)

20 mm

(3/4 in.)

20 mm

(3/4 in.)

Figure 5.24: Finger Clearance

5.10.1 Measuring Reel Clearance

DANGER

To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine,
remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason.

1. Park the header on level ground.

2. Set the fore-aft position to the middle position 5 on the
fore-aft position decal (A).

3. Lower the reel fully.

4. Shut down the engine and remove key from the ignition.

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5. Measure the clearance (X) at all possible points of
contact (between points [B] and [C] at the ends of each
reel [A]) as shown in Figures 5.27, page 62 and 5.28,

page 62.

NOTE:

The reel is factory-set to provide more clearance at the
center of the reel than at the ends (frown) to
compensate for reel flexing.

NOTE:

When measuring reel clearance at the center of a
double-reel header, measure the lowest reel.

6. Check all possible points of contact between points (B)
and (C). Depending on the reel fore-aft position,
minimum clearance can result at the guard tine, hold­down, or cutterbar.

7. Adjust the reel if necessary. Refer to 5.10.2 Adjusting

Reel Clearance, page 63.

Figure 5.26: Reel Clearance

Figure 5.27: Single Reel Measurement
Locations (Two Places)

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Locations (Four Places)

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5.10.2 Adjusting Reel Clearance

DANGER

To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine,
remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason.

1. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the
ignition.

2. Adjust outboard reel arm lift cylinders to set clearance
at outboard ends of reel as follows:

a. Loosen bolt (A).

b. Turn cylinder rod (B) out of clevis to raise reel and

increase clearance to cutterbar, or turn cylinder rod
into clevis to lower reel and decrease clearance.

c. Tighten bolt (A).

d. Repeat at opposite side.

Figure 5.29: Outside Reel Arm

3. Adjust center arm lift cylinder stop (A) to change
clearance at inboard ends of reels as follows:

a. Loosen nut (B).

b. Turn nut (C) counterclockwise to raise reel and

increase clearance to cutterbar, or clockwise to
lower reel and decrease clearance.

c. Tighten nut (B).

Figure 5.30: Underside of Center Arm

4. Check measurements and if necessary, repeat adjustment procedures.

5. Move reel back to ensure steel end fingers do not contact deflector shields.

6. If contact occurs, adjust reel upward to maintain clearance at all reel fore/aft positions. If contact can not be
avoided after adjusting the reel, trim steel end fingers to obtain proper clearance.

7. Periodically check for evidence of contact, and adjust clearance as required.

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5.11 Checking and Adjusting Endshields

Endshields are subject to expansion or contraction caused by large temperature variations. The position of the top
pin and lower latch can be adjusted to compensate for dimensional changes.

Checking the endshield:

1. Check gap (X) between front end of shields and header
frame and compare to the values in Table 5.3, page 64.

Table 5.3 Endshield Gap at Various Temperatures

Temperature in

Degrees °C (°F)

Gap (X)

mm (in.)

7 (45) 13–18 (1/2 – 23/32)

18 (65) 10–15 (3/8 – 19/32)

29 (85) 7–12 (9/32 – 15/32)

41 (105) 4–9 (5/32 – 11/32)

2. If the endshield gap is correct, skip to the next
procedure. If adjustment is required, proceed to Step 1,

page 64.

Opening the endshield:

Figure 5.31: Gap between Endshield and
Header Frame

1. To unlock the shield, push the release lever (A) located
on the backside of the endshield.

2. Pull endshield open using handle depression (B).

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3. Pull endshield at handle depression (A). Endshield is
retained by a hinge tab (B) and will open in
direction (C).

4. Pull the endshield free of hinge tab (A) if additional
clearance is required, and swing shield towards the rear
of the header.

5. Engage safety catch (B) on hinge arm to secure the
shield in fully-open position.

Figure 5.33: Left Endshield

Figure 5.34: Left Endshield

Adjusting the endshield gap:

1. Loosen the four bolts (A) on the support tube
bracket (B).

Figure 5.35: Left Endshield Support Tube

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2. Loosen the three bolts (A) on latch assembly (B).

3. Adjust latch assembly (B) to achieve the desired gap
between the front end of shield and header frame.
Refer to Table 5.3, page 64 for recommended endshield
gap at various temperatures.

4. Tighten the three bolts (A) on the latch assembly.

5. Tighten the four bolts (A) on the support tube
bracket (B).

6. Close endshield.

Figure 5.36: Left Endshield Latch Assembly

Closing the endshield:

1. Disengage lock (B) to allow endshield to move.

2. Insert front of endshield behind hinge tab (A) and into
divider cone.

Figure 5.37: Left Endshield Support Tube

Figure 5.38: Left Endshield

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3. Swing endshield in direction (A) into closed position.
Engage lock with a firm push.

4. Verify that endshield is locked.

Figure 5.39: Left Endshield

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5.12 Lubricating the Header

Table 5.4 Recommended Lubricant

Specification

SAE multipurpose

SAE multipurpose

Description Use

High temperature, extreme pressure (EP2) performance
with 1% max molybdenum disulphide (NLGI Grade 2)
lithium base

High temperature, extreme pressure (EP) performance with
10% max molybdenum disulphide (NLGI Grade 2)
lithium base

As required unless
otherwise specified

Driveline slip-joints

5.12.1 Greasing Procedure

Greasing points are identified on the machine by decals showing a grease gun and grease interval in hours of
operation. Grease point layout decals are located on the header.

DANGER

To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key
from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason.

1. Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before greasing to
avoid injecting dirt and grit.

IMPORTANT:

Use clean, high-temperature, extreme-pressure
grease only.

2. Inject grease through fitting with grease gun until
grease overflows fitting (except where noted).

3. Leave excess grease on fitting to keep out dirt.

4. Replace any loose or broken fittings immediately.

5. Remove and thoroughly clean any fitting that will not
take grease. Also clean lubricant passageway. Replace
fitting if necessary.

Figure 5.40: Single-Knife Header Grease Point
Layout Decal

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5.12.2 Lubrication Points

Knifehead

Figure 5.41: Double-Knife Header Grease Point
Layout Decal

IMPORTANT:

Overgreasing can cause the knife to bend and make
contact with the guards closest to the knifehead. Check for
signs of excessive heating on first few guards after
greasing. If required, relieve some pressure by removing
the grease fitting.

• To prevent binding and/or excessive wear caused by
knife pressing on guards, do NOTovergrease the
knifehead (A).

• Apply only 1–2 pumps of grease with a grease gun, or
just until the knifehead starts to move away from the
arm. Do NOT use an electric grease gun.

• If more than 6 – 8 pumps of the grease gun are required
to fill the cavity, replace the seal in the knifehead.

• Check for signs of excessive heating on first few guards
after greasing. If required, relieve pressure by pressing
check-ball in grease fitting.

NOTE:

Use high temperature extreme pressure (EP2) performance
with 1% max molybdenum disulphide (NLGI Grade 2) lithium
base grease unless otherwise specified.

Figure 5.42: Knifehead

Single Knife – One Place Double Knife – Two Places

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5.13 Checking Manuals

Check manual case contents. The manual case is located inside the left endshield.

1. Open the left endshield. Remove the cable tie on the
manual case (A).

2. Close case and endshield.

Figure 5.43: Manual Case

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6 Running up the Header

To run up the header, follow these steps:

CAUTION

Clear the area of other persons, pets etc. Keep children away from machinery. Walk around the machine to
be sure no one is under, on, or close to it.

CAUTION

Before investigating an unusual sound or attempting to correct a problem, shut off engine, engage
parking brake, and remove key.

1. Start the windrower and run header for 5 minutes, watching and listening FROM THE OPERATOR’S SEAT for
binding or interfering parts.

NOTE:

Reels and drapers will not operate until oil flow fills the lines.

2. Run header for an additional 10 minutes at operating speed, watching and listening FROM THE OPERATOR’S
SEAT for binding or interfering parts.

3. Shut down the windrower and remove key.

4. Perform the run-up check as listed on the Predelivery Checklist (yellow sheet attached to this instruction)

Predelivery Checklist, page 85.

6.1 Performing Post Run-Up Adjustments

Stop engine and perform post run-up check as listed on the Predelivery Checklist (yellow sheet attached to this
instruction Predelivery Checklist, page 85) to ensure machine is field-ready.

WARNING

To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
before making adjustments to machine.

It may be necessary to adjust the knife after the run-up. Refer to 6.1.1 Adjusting Knife, page 71.

6.1.1 Adjusting Knife

WARNING

To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
before making adjustments to machine.

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1. Stop engine and remove the key.

2. Check guards for signs of heating during run-up due to
insufficient clearance between guard and knife.

3. If heating is evident, check gap between knifehead (A)
and pitman arm (B). A business card should slide easily
through the gap. If not, adjust gap by loosening bolt and
tapping knifehead (A) with a hammer. Retighten bolt.

4. Adjust guard alignment as necessary using guard
straightening tool (MD #140135). Adjust guard tips
upwards by positioning tool as shown, and pulling up.

Figure 6.1: Knifehead and Pitman Arm

5. Adjust guard tips downward by positioning tool as
shown, and pushing down.

Figure 6.2: Straightening Tool – Upward
Adjustment

Figure 6.3: Straightening Tool – Downward
Adjustment

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7.1 Torque Specifications

The following tables provide correct torque values for various bolts, cap screws, and hydraulic fittings.

• Tighten all bolts to torque values specified in charts (unless otherwise noted throughout this manual).

• Replace hardware with same strength and grade of bolt.

• Use torque value tables as a guide and periodically check tightness of bolts.

• Understand torque categories for bolts and cap screws by using their identifying head markings.

Jam nuts

When applying torque to finished jam nuts, multiply the torque applied to regular nuts by f=0.65.

Self-tapping screws

Standard torque is to be used (NOT to be used on critical or structurally important joints).

7.1.1 Metric Bolt Specifications

Table 7.1 Metric Class 8.8 Bolts and Class 9 Free
Spinning Nut

Nominal

Size (A)

3-0.5 1.4 1.6

3.5-0.6 2.2 2.5

4-0.7 3.3 3.7

5-0.8 6.7

6-1.0 11.4 12.6

8-1.25 28 30 20 23

10-1.5

12-1.75 95 105 70 78

14-2.0 152 168 113 124

16-2.0 236 261 175 193

20-2.5 460 509 341 377

24-3.0 796 879 589 651

Torque (Nm)

Min. Max. Min. Max.

7.4

55

60 40 45

Torque (lbf·ft)

(*lbf·in)

*13 *14

*20 *22

*29 *32

*59 *66

*101 *112

Figure 7.1: Bolt Grades

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Table 7.2 Metric Class 8.8 Bolts and Class 9 Distorted
Thread Nut

Nominal

Torque (Nm)

Torque (lbf·ft)

(*lbf·in)

Size (A)

Min. Max. Min. Max.

3-0.5 1 1.1

3.5-0.6 1.5 1.7

4-0.7 2.3 2.5

5-0.8 4.5

6-1.0

7.7

5

8.6

8-1.25 18.8 20.8

*9 *10

*14 *15

*20 *22

*40 *45

*69 *76

*167 *185

10-1.5 37 41 28 30

12-1.75 65 72 48 53

14-2.0 104 115

77

16-2.0 161 178 119 132

20-2.5 314 347 233 257

24-3.0 543 600 402 444

Table 7.3 Metric Class 10.9 Bolts and Class 10 Free
Spinning Nut

Nominal

Torque (Nm)

Torque (lbf·ft)

(*lbf·in)

Size (A)

Min. Max. Min. Max.

3-0.5 1.8 2

3.5-0.6 2.8 3.1

4-0.7 4.2 4.6

5-0.8 8.4 9.3

6-1.0 14.3 15.8

*18 *19

*27 *30

*41 *45

*82 *91

*140 *154

8-1.25 38 42 28 31

10-1.5

75

83 56 62

12-1.75 132 145 97 108

14-2.0 210 232 156 172

16-2.0 326 360 242 267

20-2.5 637 704 472 521

24-3.0 1101 1217 815 901

Figure 7.2: Bolt Grades

85

Figure 7.3: Bolt Grades

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Table 7.4 Metric Class 10.9 Bolts and Class 10 Distorted
Thread Nut

Nominal

Torque (Nm)

Torque (lbf·ft)

(*lbf·in)

Size (A)

Min. Max. Min. Max.

3-0.5 1.3 1.5

3.5-0.6 2.1 2.3

4-0.7 3.1 3.4

5-0.8 6.3

7

6-1.0 10.7 11.8

8-1.25 26 29 19 21

10-1.5 51

57

*12 *13

*19 *21

*28 *31

*56 *62

*95 *105

Figure 7.4: Bolt Grades

38 42

12-1.75 90 99 66 73

14-2.0 143 158 106 117

16-2.0 222 246 165 182

20-2.5 434 480 322 356

24-3.0 750 829 556 614

7.1.2 Metric Bolt Specifications Bolting into Cast Aluminum

Table 7.5 Metric Bolt Bolting into Cast Aluminum

Bolt Torque

Nominal

Size (A)

M3

M4

M5

(Cast Aluminum)

8.8

10.9

(Cast Aluminum)

Nm

lbf·ft

Nm

–– –

––

––

4

8

M6 9 6 12 9

M8 20 14 28 20

M10 40 28

55

M12 70 52 100 73

M14

M16

–– – –

–– – –

lbf·ft

1

2.6

5.5

40

Figure 7.5: Bolt Grades

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7.1.3 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable)

1. Inspect O-ring (A) and seat (B) for dirt or obvious
defects.

2. Back off lock nut (C) as far as possible. Ensure that
washer (D) is loose and is pushed toward lock nut (C)
as far as possible.

3. Check that O-ring (A) is NOT on threads and adjust if
necessary.

4. Apply hydraulic system oil to O-ring (A).

5. Install fitting (B) into port until back up washer (D) and
O-ring (A) contact part face (E).

6. Position angle fittings by unscrewing no more than
one turn.

7. Turn lock nut (C) down to washer (D) and tighten to
torque shown. Use two wrenches, one on fitting (B) and
other on lock nut (C).

8. Check final condition of fitting.

Figure 7.6: Hydraulic Fitting

Figure 7.7: Hydraulic Fitting

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Table 7.6 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable)

SAE Dash Size Thread Size (in.)

Torque Value

Nm

-2 5/16–24 6–7 *53–62

-3 3/8–24 12–13 *106–115

-4 7/16–20 19–21 14–15

-5 1/2–20 21–33 15–24

-6 9/16–18 26–29 19–21

-8 3/4–16 46–50 34–37

-10 7/8–14 75–82 55–60

-12 1-1/16–12 120–132 88–97

-14 1-3/8–12 153–168 113–124

-16 1-5/16–12 176–193 130–142

-20 1-5/8–12 221–243 163–179

-24 1-7/8–12 270–298 199–220

-32 2-1/2–12 332–365 245–269

3

lbf·ft (*lbf·in)

3. Torque values shown are based on lubricated connections as in reassembly.

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7.1.4 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Non-Adjustable)

1. Inspect O-ring (A) and seat (B) for dirt or obvious
defects.

2. Check that O-ring (A) is NOT on threads and adjust if
necessary.

3. Apply hydraulic system oil to O-ring.

4. Install fitting (C) into port until fitting is hand-tight.

5. Torque fitting (C) according to values in Table 7.7, page

78.

6. Check final condition of fitting.

Figure 7.8: Hydraulic Fitting

Table 7.7 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Non-Adjustable)

SAE Dash Size Thread Size (in.)

Torque Value

Nm lbf·ft (*lbf·in)

-2 5/16–24 6–7 *53–62

-3 3/8–24 12–13 *106–115

-4 7/16–20 19–21 14–15

-5 1/2–20 21–33 15–24

-6 9/16–18 26–29 19–21

-8 3/4–16 46–50 34–37

-10 7/8–14 75–82 55–60

-12 1-1/16–12 120–132 88–97

-14 1-3/8–12 153–168 113–124

-16 1-5/16–12 176–193 130–142

-20 1-5/8–12 221–243 163–179

-24 1-7/8–12 270–298 199–220

-32 2-1/2–12 332–365 245–269

4

4. Torque values shown are based on lubricated connections as in reassembly.

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7.1.5 O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) Hydraulic Fittings

1. Check components to ensure that sealing surfaces and
fitting threads are free of burrs, nicks, scratches, or any
foreign material.

Figure 7.9: Hydraulic Fitting

2. Apply hydraulic system oil to O-ring (B).

3. Align tube or hose assembly so that flat face of
sleeve (A) or (C) comes in full contact with O-ring (B).

4. Thread tube or hose nut (D) until hand-tight. The nut
should turn freely until it is bottomed out.

5. Torque fittings according to values in Table 7.8, page

79.

NOTE:

If applicable, hold hex on fitting body (E) to prevent
rotation of fitting body and hose when tightening fitting
nut (D).

6. Use three wrenches when assembling unions or joining

Figure 7.10: Hydraulic Fitting

two hoses together.

7. Check final condition of fitting.

Table 7.8 O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) Hydraulic Fittings

SAE Dash Size Thread Size (in.) Tube O.D. (in.)

Torque Value

Nm

6

-3

-4

-5

-6

-8

-10 1 5/8 80–88 59–65

-12

Note

3/16

9/16 1/4

6

Note

5/16

11/16 3/8

13/16 1/2

1-3/16 3/4

––

25–28 18–21

––

40–44 29–32

55–61 41–45

115–127 85–94

5

lbf·ft

5. Torque values and angles shown are based on lubricated connection as in reassembly.

6. O-ring face seal type end not defined for this tube size.

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Table 7.8 O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) Hydraulic Fittings (continued)

SAE Dash Size Thread Size (in.) Tube O.D. (in.)

1-7/16

6

7/8

1 150–165 111–122

-14 Note

-16

Torque Value

Nm

––

7

lbf·ft

-20 1-11/16 1-1/4 205–226 151–167

-24 1–2

-32

2-1/2

1-1/2

2 510–561 376–414

315–347 232–256

7.1.6 Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings

Assemble pipe fittings as follows:

1. Check components to ensure that fitting and port threads are free of burrs, nicks and scratches, or any form of
contamination.

2. Apply pipe thread sealant (paste type) to external pipe threads.

3. Thread fitting into port until hand-tight.

4. Torque connector to appropriate torque angle. The Turns From Finger Tight (T.F.F.T.) values are shown in
Table 7.9, page 80. Make sure that tube end of a shaped connector (typically 45º or 90º) is aligned to receive
incoming tube or hose assembly. Always finish alignment of fitting in tightening direction. Never back off
(loosen) pipe threaded connectors to achieve alignment.

5. Clean all residue and any excess thread conditioner with appropriate cleaner.

6. Assess final condition of fitting. Pay special attention to possibility of cracks to port opening.

7. Mark final position of fitting. If a fitting leaks, disassemble fitting and check for damage.

NOTE:

Overtorque failure of fittings may not be evident until fittings are disassembled.

Table 7.9 Hydraulic Fitting Pipe Thread

Tapered Pipe Thread Size

1/8–27

1/4–18

3/8–18

1/2–14

3/4–14

1–11 1/2

1 1/4–11 1/2

1 1/2–11 1/2

2–11 1/2

Recommended T.F.F.T. Recommended F.F.F.T.

2–312–18

2–312–18

2–312–18

2–312–18

1.5–2.5 12–18

1.5–2.5 9–15

1.5–2.5 9–15

1.5–2.5 9–15

1.5–2.5 9–15

7. Torque values and angles shown are based on lubricated connection as in reassembly.

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7.2 Lifting Equipment Requirements

The following topic describes the minimum equipment requirements for lifting headers.

CAUTION

To avoid injury to bystanders from being struck by machinery, do not allow people to stand in
unloading area.

CAUTION

Equipment used for loading and unloading must meet or exceed the minimum specified requirements.
Using inadequate equipment may result in vehicle tipping, machine damage, or chain breakage.

IMPORTANT:

Forklifts are normally rated for a load center 610 mm (24 in.)
ahead of back end of the forks. To obtain the forklift capacity
for a load center (A) at 1220 mm (48 in.) (B), check with your
forklift distributor. The minimum fork length (C) is 1981 mm
(78 in.).

Figure 7.11: Minimum Lifting Capacity

A - Load Center of Gravity
B - Load Center 1220 mm (48 in.) from Back of Forks
C - Minimum Fork Length 1981 mm (78 in.)

Table 7.10 Lifting Chain Requirements

Type

Minimum Load

Overhead lifting quality (1/2 in.)

2270 kg (5000 lb.)

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7.3 Conversion Chart

Table 7.11 Conversion Chart

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Quantity

SI Units (Metric)

Factor

US Customary Units (Standard)

Unit Name Abbreviation Unit Name Abbreviation

Area hectare ha x 2.4710 =

Flow liters per minute

L/min x 0.2642 = US gallons per minute

Force Newton N x 0.2248 =

Length millimeter

Length

meter

mm

m

x 0.0394 =

x 3.2808 =

acre acres

gpm

pound force lbf

inch in.

foot ft.

Power kilowatt kW x 1.341 = horsepower hp

Pressure kilopascal kPa x 0.145 =

Pressure megapascal MPa x 145.038 =

Pressure

bar (Non-SI)

Torque Newton meter Nm

bar

x 14.5038 =

x 0.7376 =

Torque Newton meter Nm x 8.8507 =

Temperature

degrees Celsius ºC (ºC x 1.8) + 32 =

pounds per square
inch

pounds per square
inch

pounds per square
inch

pound feet or foot
pounds

pound inches or inch
pounds

degrees Fahrenheit

psi

psi

psi

lbf·ft

lbf·in

ºF

Velocity meters per minute

Velocity meters per second

Velocity kilometers per hour

m/min

m/s

km/h

x 3.2808 =

x 3.2808 =

x 0.6214 = miles per hour mph

Volume liter L x 0.2642 =

Volume milliliter ml x 0.0338 =

3

cm

Volume cubic centimeter

Weight kilogram kg

or cc

x 0.061 = cubic inch in.

x 2.2046 =

feet per minute ft/min

feet per second ft/s

US gallon US gal

ounce oz.

3

pound lb.

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7.4 Definitions

The following terms and acronyms may be used in this manual.

Term

API American Petroleum Institute

ASTM American Society of Testing and Materials

Bolt

Center-link

CGVW Combined gross vehicle weight

D1 SP Series header

FFFT

Finger tight

GVW Gross vehicle weight

Hard joint

Hex key

hp Horsepower

Definition

A headed and externally threaded fastener that is designed to be paired with a nut

A hydraulic cylinder link between header and machine used to change header angle

MacDon D115, D120, D125, D130, D135, or D140 rigid draper headers for M Series
Windrower

Flats from finger tight

Finger tight is a reference position where sealing surfaces or components are
making contact with each other, and fitting has been tightened to a point where
fitting is no longer loose

A joint made with use of a fastener where joining materials are highly
incompressible

A tool of hexagonal cross-section used to drive bolts and screws that have a
hexagonal socket in head (internal-wrenching hexagon drive); also known as an
Allen key and various other synonyms

JIC

M Series windrower

n/a

NPT

Nut

ORB

ORFS

SAE Society of Automotive Engineers

Screw

Self-Propelled (SP)
Windrower

Soft joint

Joint Industrial Council: A standards body that developed standard sizing and shape
for original 37° flared fitting

MacDon M100, M105, M150, M155, M155E4, M200, and M205 windrowers

Not applicable

National Pipe Thread: A style of fitting used for low pressure port openings. Threads
on NPT fittings are uniquely tapered for an interference fit

An internally threaded fastener that is designed to be paired with a bolt

O-ring boss: A style of fitting commonly used in port opening on manifolds, pumps,
and motors

O-ring face seal: A style of fitting commonly used for connecting hoses and tubes
This style of fitting is also commonly called ORS, which stands for O-ring seal

A headed and externally threaded fastener that threads into preformed threads or
forms its own thread into a mating part

Self-propelled machine consisting of a power unit with a header

A joint made with use of a fastener where joining materials are compressible or
experience relaxation over a period of time

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Term

Tension

TFFT

Torque

Torque angle

Torque-tension

Washer

Definition

Axial load placed on a bolt or screw, usually measured in Newtons (N) or
pounds (lb.)

Turns from finger tight

The product of a force X lever arm length, usually measured in Newton-meters (Nm)
or foot-pounds (lbf∙ft)

A tightening procedure where fitting is assembled to a precondition (finger tight) and
then nut is turned farther a number of degrees to achieve its final position

The relationship between assembly torque applied to a piece of hardware and axial
load it induces in bolt or screw

A thin cylinder with a hole or slot located in the center that is to be used as a spacer,
load distribution element, or a locking mechanism

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Predelivery Checklist

Perform these checks prior to delivery to your Customer. Adjustments are normally not required as the
machine is factory-assembled and adjusted. If adjustments are required, refer to the appropriate page number

in this manual. The completed Checklist should be retained by either the Operator or the Dealer.

CAUTION

Carefully follow the instructions given. Be alert for safety related messages that bring your attention to
hazards and unsafe practices.

Header Serial Number:

Table .12 Predelivery Checklist for D1 Series Draper Headers – North America

üü

Check for shipping damage or missing parts. Be sure all
shipping dunnage is removed.

Check for loose hardware. Tighten to required torque.

Check tire pressure (Transport/Stabilizer Option).

Check wheel bolt torque (Transport/Stabilizer Option).

Check knife drive box breather position.

Check knife drive box lube level.

Check knife drive belt(s) tension.

Check if reel is centered between header endsheets. 5.5 Centering the Reel, page 54

Grease all bearings and U-joints.

Check draper tension. 5.6 Adjusting Draper Tension, page 56

Check draper seal.

Check reel tine to cutterbar clearance.

Check if skid shoes are evenly adjusted an appropriate
setting for first crop.

Item

7.1 Torque Specifications, page 73

5.1 Checking Tire Pressure: Transport and
Stabilizer Wheels, page 47

5.2 Checking Wheel Bolt Torque, page 48

5.3 Checking Knife Drive Box, page 49

5.3 Checking Knife Drive Box, page 49

5.4 Checking and Adjusting Knife Drive Belt
Tension, page 51

5.12 Lubricating the Header, page 68

5.7 Checking and Adjusting Draper Seal, page
58

5.10.1 Measuring Reel Clearance, page 61

5.8 Checking and Adjusting Skid Shoe Settings,
page 59

Reference

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Check fit of endshields.

Check that header is level.

Check hydraulic hose and wiring harness routing for
clearance when raising or lowering header and reel.

Run-up procedure

Check if the knife drive pulley(s) is rotating in proper
direction: clockwise on left side; counterclockwise on right
side (double knife only).

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5.11 Checking and Adjusting Endshields, page
64

5.9 Leveling the Header, page 60

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6 Running up the Header, page 71

5.4 Checking and Adjusting Knife Drive Belt
Tension, page 51

REFERENCE

Table .12 Predelivery Checklist for D1 Series Draper Headers – North America (continued)

üü

Item

Check if lights are functional.

Check if reel lift cylinders extend fully.

Check if reel moves fully fore and aft.

Post run-up check. Stop engine.

Check belt drives for heated bearings.

Check knife sections for discoloration caused by
misaligned components.

Check for hot spots on the cutterbar above the draper
seal. Adjust deck height as required.

Check for hydraulic leaks.

Check that manual storage case contains operator’s
manual and parts catalog.

Date checked:

Reference

—

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—

6.1 Performing Post Run-Up Adjustments, page
71

5.4 Checking and Adjusting Knife Drive Belt
Tension, page 51

6.1.1 Adjusting Knife, page 71

5.7 Checking and Adjusting Draper Seal, page
58

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5.13 Checking Manuals, page 70

Checked by:

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