MacDon D65 User Manual

D65
Draper Header for Self-Propelled
Windrowers
Operator ’s Manual
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Original Instruction
The harvesting specialists.
D65 Draper Header for Self-Propelled Windrowers

Declaration of Conformity

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Introduction

This instructional manual contains information on the D65 Draper Header. It is designed to serve a dual function in your grain, hay, and specialty crop harvesting operation. Teamed with yourself-propelled windrower power unit and optional hay conditioner, D65 Draper Headers will cut and lay crop into uniform, uffy windrows.
CAREFULLYREADALLTHE MATERIALPROVIDEDBEFORE ATTEMPTINGTOUNLOAD,ASSEMBLE, OR USE THE MACHINE.
Use this manual as your rst source of information about the machine. If you follow the instructions given here, your header will work well for many years. If you require more detailed service information, a technical manual is available from your MacDon Dealer.
The Table of Contents and Index will guide you to specic areas of this manual. Study the Table of Contents to familiarize yourself with how the information is organized.
Keep this manual handy for frequent referenceand to pass on to new Operators or Owners. A storage case for this manual is located inside the header left endshield.
Call your MacDon Dealer if you need assistance, information, or additional copies of this manual.
NOTE:
Keep your most c urr website ( (https:/
MacDon publications up-to-date. The
ent version can be downloaded from our
www.macdon.com) or from our Dealer-only site
/portal.macdon.com) (login required).
Figure 1: Manual Storage Location
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List of Revisions

The following
Summary of Change Refer To
Document Number revised. List of Revisions added. Timed Knife Knife Drive Belt Tracking added.
Reel reinforcement bushing replacement added.
Knife Dr Draper Deector replacement revised. 6.7.9 Replacing Draper Deectors, page 195 Reel Drive section re-formatted. Reel D Cutting on the Ground section revised Cutting On the Ground, page 53
Header Angle, Reel Speed, and Ground S peed sections revised.
lists the changes from the previous version (169594 Revision C) of this document.
Drive Tensioning revised.
ive section re-organized.
rive Sprocket repla cement revised.
Tensioning Adjusting Belt Tracking, page 172 Removing Bushings from 5-, 6- or 9-Bat Reels, page
207 Installing Bushings on 5-, 6- or 9-Bat Reels, page 2 12
6.6 Knif
6.9 Reel Drive, page 221
6.9.1
Controlling Header Angle, pag e 56
4.7.4 Reel Speed, page 56
4.7.5 Ground Speed, page 57
Timed Knife Drive Belts, page 168
eDrive,page153
Replacing Reel Drive Sprocket, page 221
Double Windrowing revised. 4.9 Double Windrowing, page 76
ivery Opening formatting revised.
Del Header Settings updated. 4.6.2 Header Settings, page 46 Safety Decals Locations re-formatted. 1.8 Safety Decal Locations, page 10
Reel Tine Tube Re-inforcement Kit, UCA K its, Draper Deector Kits added to Options.
Figure titles added where m issing. UCA Lubrication revised. Lubrication section revised. Service Intervals, page 133 Draper Roller maintenance section revised. 6.7.8 Draper Roller Maintenance, page 188
Delivery Opening, page 74
4.8
.1.4 Reel Tine Tube Reinforcing Kit, page 260
8
.4.11 Upper Cross Auger Hydraulic Kit for DDD, page
8 268
8.4.12 Upper Cross Auger Case Drain Kit for SDD, page 268
6.7.9 Replacing Draper Deectors, page 195
General
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Model and Serial Number

Record the mod option (if ins
NOTE:
Right Hand (RH) and Left Hand (LH) designations are determined from the operator’s position, facing forward.
Draper Heade
Header Model: Serial Numb Year: The serial
drive moto
Slow Speed Transport/Stabilizer Wheel Option
el number, serial number, and model year of the header and Slow Speed Transport/Stabilizer Wheel
talled) on the lines below.
r
er:
number plate (A) is located beside the knife
r on the left hand endsheet.
Figure 2: Header
Serial Number: Year: The serial number plate (A) is located on the right hand
axle assembly.
Figure 3: Transport/Stabilizer Option
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Declaration of Conformity.................................................................................................................. i
Introduction......................................................................................................................................ii
Listof Revisions.............................................................................................................................. iii
Model and Serial Number.................................................................................................................iv
1 Safety.................................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Safety AlertSymbols........................................................................................................................1
1.2 Signal Words................................................................................................................................... 2
1.3 GeneralSafety................................................................................................................................ 3
1.4 Maintenance Safety......................................................................................................................... 6
1.5 Hydraulic Safety .............................................................................................................................. 7
1.6 Tire Safety.......................................................................................................................................8
1.7 Safety Signs.................................................................................................................................... 9
1.7.1 Installing Safety Decals ............................................................................................................ 9
1.8 Safety DecalLocations .................................................................................................................. 10
1.9 Interpreting Safety Signs................................................................................................................ 17
2 Reference ............................................................................................................................................ 25
2.1 Denitions ..................................................................................................................................... 25
2.2 Component Identication................................................................................................................ 27
3 Specications ..................................................................................................................................... 29
4 Operation ............................................................................................................................................ 33
4.1 Owner/Operator Responsibilities..................................................................................................... 33
4.2 Operational Safety ......................................................................................................................... 34
4.2.1 Header Safety Props.............................................................................................................. 34
4.2.2 Reel Safety Props.................................................................................................................. 35
Engaging Reel Safety Props............................................................................................ 35
DisengagingReelSafety Props....................................................................................... 36
4.2.3 Endshields............................................................................................................................. 37
Opening Endshields........................................................................................................ 37
ClosingEndshields......................................................................................................... 38
RemovingEndshields..................................................................................................... 39
Installing Endshields ....................................................................................................... 40
Adjusting Endshields....................................................................................................... 41
4.2.4 DailyStart-Up Check.............................................................................................................. 42
4.3 Break-in Period.............................................................................................................................. 43
4.4 Shutdown Procedure ..................................................................................................................... 44
4.5 Cab Controls................................................................................................................................. 45
4.6 Header Setup ................................................................................................................................ 46
4.6.1 Header Attachments............................................................................................................... 46
4.6.2 Header Settings..................................................................................................................... 46
4.6.3 Reel Settings......................................................................................................................... 48
4.7 Header Operating Variables ........................................................................................................... 50
4.7.1 Cutting Height........................................................................................................................ 50
CuttingOff The Ground ................................................................................................... 50
CuttingOn the Ground.................................................................................................... 53
4.7.2 Header Float.......................................................................................................................... 55
4.7.3 Header Angle......................................................................................................................... 55
Controlling Header Angle ................................................................................................ 56
4.7.4 Reel Speed............................................................................................................................ 56
Optional Reel Drive Sprockets ......................................................................................... 56
4.7.5 Ground Speed ....................................................................................................................... 57
4.7.6 Draper Speed ........................................................................................................................ 57
4.7.7 KnifeSpeed........................................................................................................................... 58
4.7.8 Reel Height............................................................................................................................ 58
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4.7.9 Reel Fore-AftPosition ............................................................................................................ 58
Adjusting Reel Fore-Aft Position...................................................................................... 59
Repositioning Fore-AftCylinders on Single Reel............................................................... 59
Repositioning Fore-AftCylinders on Double Reel.............................................................. 62
4.7.10 Reel Tine Pitch....................................................................................................................... 65
Choosing a Reel Cam Setting.......................................................................................... 65
Adjusting Reel Cam........................................................................................................ 67
4.7.11 Crop Dividers ......................................................................................................................... 68
RemovingCropDividers from Header with LatchOption ................................................... 68
RemovingCropDividers from Header without LatchOption............................................... 69
Installing Crop Dividers on Header with Latch Option ........................................................ 69
Installing Crop Dividers on Header without Latch Option.................................................... 71
4.7.12 Crop Divider Rods.................................................................................................................. 72
RemovingCropDividerRods .......................................................................................... 73
Using Rice Dividers......................................................................................................... 73
4.8 Delivery Opening........................................................................................................................... 74
4.8.1 Adjusting Delivery Opening on Header with Manual Deck Shift.................................................. 74
4.8.2 Adjusting Delivery Opening on Header with Hydraulic Deck Shift............................................... 75
4.9 Double Windrowing........................................................................................................................ 76
4.9.1 ShiftingDecks Hydraulically .................................................................................................... 76
4.9.2 ShiftingDecks Manually.......................................................................................................... 77
4.9.3 UsingDouble Windrow Attachment(DWA)............................................................................... 78
4.10 Windrow Types.............................................................................................................................. 79
4.11 Haying Tips ................................................................................................................................... 81
4.11.1 Curing................................................................................................................................... 81
4.11.2 Topsoil Moisture..................................................................................................................... 81
4.11.3 Weather and Topography........................................................................................................ 81
4.11.4 Windrow Conguration ........................................................................................................... 81
4.11.5 Driving on Windrow ................................................................................................................ 82
4.11.6 Raking and Tedding................................................................................................................ 82
4.11.7 Chemical Drying Agents......................................................................................................... 82
4.12 Levelling t he Header...................................................................................................................... 83
4.13 Unplugging Cutterbar..................................................................................................................... 84
4.14 Upper Cross Auger (UCA).............................................................................................................. 85
4.14.1 Removing BeaterBars............................................................................................................ 85
4.14.2 Installing Beater Bars ............................................................................................................. 87
4.15 Transporting Header ..................................................................................................................... 88
4.15.1 Transporting Header on Windrower ......................................................................................... 88
4.15.2 Towing................................................................................................................................... 88
Attaching Headerto Towing Vehicle................................................................................. 89
Towing the Header.......................................................................................................... 89
4.15.3 Converting from Transport to Field Position .............................................................................. 90
Removing Tow-Bar ......................................................................................................... 90
Storing Tow-Bar .............................................................................................................. 91
Moving Front(Left) Wheels into Field Position.................................................................. 93
Moving Rear (Right) Wheels into Field Position................................................................. 94
4.15.4 Converting from Field to TransportPosition.............................................................................. 96
Moving Front(Left) Wheels into Transport Position ........................................................... 96
Moving Rear (Right) Wheels into Transport Position.......................................................... 98
Attaching Tow-Bar..........................................................................................................101
4.16 Storage ........................................................................................................................................105
5 Header Attachment/Detachment ........................................................................................................107
5.1 Attaching Headerto Windrower .....................................................................................................107
5.2 Detaching Header from Windrower ................................................................................................110
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6 Maintenance and Servicing ................................................................................................................113
6.1 Preparation for Servicing...............................................................................................................113
6.2 Maintenance Specications........................................................................................................... 114
6.2.1 Conversion Chart..................................................................................................................114
6.2.2 Recommended Fluidsand Lubricants .....................................................................................115
6.2.3 Torque Specications ............................................................................................................ 115
SAE Bolt Torque Specications.......................................................................................115
Metric Bolt Specications ...............................................................................................117
Metric Bolt Specications Bolting into Cast Aluminum ......................................................120
Flare-Type Hydraulic Fittings..........................................................................................120
O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable)..........................................................122
O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Non-Adjustable)...................................................124
O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS)Hydraulic Fittings ...................................................................125
6.2.4 Installing a Roller Chain.........................................................................................................126
6.2.5 Installing a Sealed Bearing ....................................................................................................127
6.3 Maintenance Requirements...........................................................................................................128
6.3.1 Maintenance Schedule/Record...............................................................................................129
6.3.2 Break-In Inspection...............................................................................................................130
6.3.3 Preseason/Annual Service.....................................................................................................131
6.3.4 End of Season Service ..........................................................................................................131
6.3.5 Checking Hydraulic Hoses and Lines......................................................................................132
6.3.6 Lubrication and Servicing.......................................................................................................132
Service Intervals............................................................................................................133
Greasing Procedure.......................................................................................................138
6.4 Electrical ......................................................................................................................................139
6.4.1 Replacing Light Bulbs............................................................................................................139
6.5 Knife............................................................................................................................................140
6.5.1 Replacing Knife Section.........................................................................................................140
6.5.2 Removing Knife.....................................................................................................................142
6.5.3 Removing Knifehead Bearing.................................................................................................142
6.5.4 Installing Knifehead Bearing...................................................................................................143
6.5.5 Installing Knife ......................................................................................................................143
6.5.6 SpareKnife...........................................................................................................................144
6.5.7 KnifeGuards.........................................................................................................................144
Adjusting Knife Guards................................................................................................... 145
Replacing Pointed Guardson a Single Knife Header........................................................145
Replacing Pointed Guardson a DoubleKnife Header......................................................146
Replacing Stub Guardson a SingleKnife Header............................................................ 147
Replacing Stub Guardson a DoubleKnife Header...........................................................148
Checking Knife Hold-Downs...........................................................................................149
6.5.8 Knifehead Shield...................................................................................................................151
Installing Knifehead Shield .............................................................................................151
6.6 Knife Drive...................................................................................................................................153
6.6.1 KnifeDrive Box.....................................................................................................................153
Mounting Bolts...............................................................................................................153
Removing Knife DriveBox..............................................................................................153
Removing Knife DriveBox Pulley....................................................................................157
Installing Knife Drive Box Pulley......................................................................................158
Installing Knife Drive Box ................................................................................................ 158
Changing Oil in Knife DriveBox ...................................................................................... 161
6.6.2 KnifeDrive Belts ...................................................................................................................161
Non-TimedKnife Drive Belts...........................................................................................161
Timed Double Knife DriveBelts ......................................................................................164
6.7 Header Drapers............................................................................................................................176
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6.7.1 Removing Drapers ................................................................................................................176
6.7.2 Installing Drapers ..................................................................................................................176
6.7.3 Adjusting Draper Tension .......................................................................................................178
6.7.4 Removing Endless Draper .....................................................................................................180
6.7.5 Installing Endless Draper .......................................................................................................183
6.7.6 Adjusting Header Draper Tracking .......................................................................................... 184
6.7.7 Adjusting Deck Height ...........................................................................................................186
6.7.8 Draper RollerMaintenance....................................................................................................188
Inspecting Draper Roller Bearing....................................................................................188
Draper Deck IdlerRoller................................................................................................. 188
Draper DriveRoller........................................................................................................191
6.7.9 Replacing Draper Deectors..................................................................................................195
Removing Wide Draper D eectors..................................................................................195
Installing Wide Draper Deectors.................................................................................... 196
Removing Narrow Draper Deectors...............................................................................198
Installing Narrow Draper Deectors.................................................................................198
6.8 Reel.............................................................................................................................................200
6.8.1 Reel Clearance to Cutterbar...................................................................................................200
Measuring Reel Clearance.............................................................................................200
Adjusting Reel Clearance...............................................................................................202
6.8.2 Reel Frown...........................................................................................................................203
Adjusting Reel Frown ..................................................................................................... 203
6.8.3 Centering the Reel................................................................................................................204
Centering DoubleReels .................................................................................................204
Centering Single Reel....................................................................................................205
6.8.4 Reel Tines ............................................................................................................................205
Removing Steel Tines ....................................................................................................205
Installing Steel Tines......................................................................................................205
Removing Plastic Fingers...............................................................................................206
Installing Plastic Fingers.................................................................................................207
6.8.5 Tine Tube Bushings...............................................................................................................207
Removing Bushings from 5-, 6- or 9-Bat Reels ................................................................207
Installing Bushings on 5-, 6- or 9-Bat R e els .....................................................................212
6.8.6 Reel Endshields....................................................................................................................218
Replacing Endshield ......................................................................................................219
Replacing Support ......................................................................................................... 220
6.9 ReelDrive....................................................................................................................................221
6.9.1 Replacing Reel Drive Sprocket ............................................................................................... 221
Removing Drive Cover...................................................................................................221
Loosening Drive Chain................................................................................................... 222
Removing Drive Sprocket...............................................................................................222
Installing Drive Sprocket.................................................................................................223
Tightening Drive Chain...................................................................................................223
Installing Drive Cover.....................................................................................................224
6.9.2 Replacing Double Reel U-Joint...............................................................................................224
Removing Drive Cover...................................................................................................225
Removing Double ReelU-Joint....................................................................................... 225
Installing Double Reel U-Join t.........................................................................................226
Installing Drive Cover.....................................................................................................227
6.9.3 Replacing Reel Drive Motor...................................................................................................228
Removing Drive Cover...................................................................................................228
Loosening Drive Chain................................................................................................... 229
Removing Drive Sprocket...............................................................................................229
Removing Reel Drive Motor............................................................................................230
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Installing Reel Drive Motor..............................................................................................231
Installing Drive Sprocket.................................................................................................232
Tightening Drive Chain...................................................................................................232
Installing Drive Cover.....................................................................................................233
6.9.4 Replacing Drive Chain on Double Reel...................................................................................233
Removing Drive Cover...................................................................................................234
Loosening Drive Chain................................................................................................... 234
Disconnecting the Reel Drive Method .............................................................................. 234
Breaking the Chain Method............................................................................................236
Tightening Drive Chain...................................................................................................237
Installing Drive Cover.....................................................................................................237
6.9.5 Replacing Drive Chain on Single Reel....................................................................................238
Removing Drive Cover...................................................................................................238
Loosening Drive Chain................................................................................................... 238
Replacing Chain on Single Reel......................................................................................239
Tightening Drive Chain...................................................................................................239
Installing Drive Cover.....................................................................................................239
6.9.6 Adjusting Reel Drive Chain Tension........................................................................................240
Removing Drive Cover...................................................................................................240
Tightening Drive Chain...................................................................................................241
Installing Drive Cover.....................................................................................................241
6.10 Transport System (Optional) ..........................................................................................................242
6.10.1 Checking Wheel Bolt Torque..................................................................................................242
6.10.2 Checking Axle Bolt Torque.....................................................................................................243
6.10.3 Checking TirePressure.........................................................................................................244
7 Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................................245
7.1 Crop Loss at Cutterbar ..................................................................................................................245
7.2 CuttingAction and Knife Components............................................................................................247
7.3 ReelDelivery................................................................................................................................250
7.4 Header and Drapers .....................................................................................................................252
7.5 CuttingEdible Beans....................................................................................................................254
7.6 Windrow Formation.......................................................................................................................258
8Option
8.1 Reel.............................................................................................................................................2
8.1.1 Lodge
8.1.2 PR15 T
8.1.3 Reel E
8.1.4 Reel T
8.2 Cutt
8.2.
8.2.
8.2.
8.2.
8.3 Head
8.3
8.3
8.3
8.4 Cro
8.4
8.
8.
8.
8.
s and Attachments ..................................................................................................................259
d Crop ReelFinger Kit ..................................................................................................259
ine Tube Reel Conversion Kit......................................................................................259
ndshield Kit.................................................................................................................260
ine Tube Reinforcing Kit...............................................................................................260
erbar ......................................................................................................................................261
1 2 3 4
erbar Plastic Wear Strips .................................................................................................261
Cutt
ehead Shield...................................................................................................................261
Knif
Guard Conversion Kit ....................................................................................................262
Stub
icalKnife Mounts.............................................................................................................262
Vert
er.........................................................................................................................................263
.1 .2 .3
iderLatch Kit ....................................................................................................................263
Div
bilizer Wheels ..................................................................................................................263
Sta
bilizer/Slow Speed Transport Wheels................................................................................. 264
Sta
p Delivery ...............................................................................................................................265
.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
ble Draper Drive (DDD)Kit...............................................................................................265
Dou
ubleWindrow Attachment (DWA).......................................................................................265
Do
aper Deector (Narrow)......................................................................................................265
Dr
aper Deector (Wide).........................................................................................................266
Dr
aperExtension Kit..............................................................................................................266
Dr
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8.4.7 HC10 Hay Conditioner...........................................................................................................267
8.4.8 Hydraulic Deck Shift Package ................................................................................................267
8.4.9 SwathForming Rods (Center Delivery) ................................................................................... 267
8.4.10 Upper Cross Auger(UCA) .....................................................................................................268
8.4.11 Upper Cross AugerHydraulic Kit for DDD...............................................................................268
8.4.12 Upper Cross AugerCaseDrain Kit forSDD ............................................................................268
8.4.13 Rice Divider Rods .................................................................................................................269
9 Unloading and Assembly ...................................................................................................................271
Index ..................................................................................................................................................273
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1Safety

1.1 Safety Alert Symbols

This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages in this manual and on safety signs on the header.
This symbol means:
ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Carefully read and follow the safety message
accompanying this symbol.
Why is safety important to you?
• Accidents disable and kill
• Accidents cost
• Accidents can be avoided
Figure 1.
1: Safety Symbol
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1.2 Signal Words

Three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION, are used to alert you to hazardous situations. The appropriate signal word for each situation has been 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 pote mayalsobeused
ntially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. It
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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1.3 General Safety

CAUTION
The following are general farm safety precautions that should be part of your operating procedure for all types of machinery.
Protect yourse lf
• When assembling, operating, and servicing machinery, wear all the protective clothing and personal safety devices that COULD be necessary for the job at hand. Don’t take chances.
• You may need: – A hard hat – Protective footwear with slip resistant soles – Protective glasses or goggles – Heavy gloves – Wet weather gear – A respirator or lter mask
Hearing pro tection
• Be aware that exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing. Wear suitable hearing protection devices such as ear muffs or ear plugs to help protect against objectionable or loud noises.
Figure 1.2
: Safety Equipment
Figure 1.3: Safety Equipment
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•Provideafirst aid kit for use in case of emergencies.
•Keepafire extinguisher on the machine. Be sure the re e x ting uisher is prope rly maintained. Be familiar with its proper use.
• Keep young children away from the machinery at all times.
• Be aware that accidents often happen when the Operator is tired or in a hurry to get nished. Take the time to consider the safest way. Never ignore warning signs of fatigue.
•Wearclosefitting clothing and cove r 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 the shaft and can telescope freely.
Figure 1.4: Safety Equipment
• Use only service and repair parts made or approved by the 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 the engine is running.
•DoNOT modify the machine. Non-authorized modications may impair machine function and/or safety. It may also shorten the machine’s life.
• Stop the engine and remove the key fromignitionbefore leaving operator’s seat for any reason. A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine.
Figure 1.5: Safety Around Equipment
Figure 1.6: Safety Around Equipment
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• Keep the area used for servicing machinery clean and dry. Wet or oily oors 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, are a re hazard. Do NOT allow 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 ammable.
• When storing machinery, cover sharp or extending components to prevent injury from accidental contact.
Figure 1.7: Safety Around Equipment
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1.4 Maintenance Safety

To ensure your safety while maintaining the machine:
• Review the operator’s manual and all safety items before operation and/or maintenance of the machine.
• Place all controls in Neutral, stop the engine, set the park brake, remove the ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, and/or repairing.
• Follow good shop practices: – Keep service areas clean and dry – Be sure electrical outlets and tools are
properly grounded
– Use adequate lighting for the job at hand
• Relieve pressure from hydraulic circuits before servicing and/or disconnecting the machine.
• Make sure all components are tight and that steel lines, hoses, and couplings are in good condition before applying pressure to a hydraulic system..
Figure 1.8: Safety Around Equipment
• Keep hands, feet, clothing, and hair away from all moving and/or rotating parts.
• Clear the area of bystanders, especially children, when carrying out any maintenance and repairs or when making any adjustments.
• Install transport lock or place safety stands under the frame before working under the header.
• If more than one person is servicing the machine at the sametime,beawarethatrotatingadrivelineorother mechanically driven component by hand (for example, accessing a lube tting) will cause drive components in other areas (belts, pulleys, and knife) to move. Stay clear of driven components at all times.
•Wearprotectivegea
• Wearheavyglovesw
r when working on the machine.
hen working on knife components.
Figure 1.9: Eq
uipment NOT Safe for Children
Figure 1.10: Saf
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1.5 Hydraulic Safety

• Always place all hydraulic controls in Neutral before dismounting.
• Make sure that all components in the hydraulic system are kept clean and in good condition.
• Replace any worn, cut, abraded, attened, or crimped hoses and steel lines.
•DoNOT attempt any makeshift repairs to the hydraulic lines,ttings, or hoses by using tapes, clamps, cements, or welding. The hydraulic system operates under extremely high pressure. Makeshift repairs will fail suddenly and create a hazardous and unsafe condition.
Figure 1.11: Testing for Hydraulic Leaks
• Wear prope for a high­cardboar and ident
• If injure hydrauli Serious hydraul
• Make sure all components are tight and that steel lines, hoses, and couplings are in good condition before applying pressure to a hydraulic system.
r hand and eye protection when searching
pressure hydraulic leak. Use a piece of
d as a backstop instead of hands to isolate
ify a leak.
d by a concentrated high-pressure stream of c uid, seek medical attention immediately.
infection or toxic reaction can develop from
ic uid piercing the skin.
Figure
1.12: Hydraulic Pressure Hazard
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1.6 Tire Safety

• Follow proper procedures when mounting a tire on a wheel or rim. Failure to do so can produce an explosion that may result in serious injury or death.
Figure 1.14: Over-Inated Tire
•DoNOT atte proper tra
• Have a qua required
ining and equipment.
tire maintenance.
mpt to mount a tire unless you have the
lied tire dealer or repair service perform
Figure 1.15: Safely Filling a Tire with Air
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1.7 Safety Signs

• Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times.
• Replace safety signs that are missing or become illegible.
• If original parts on which a safety sign was installed are replaced, be sure the repair part also bears the current safety sign.
• Safety signs are available from your Dealer Parts Department.
1.7.1 Installing Safety Decals
Figure 1.16: Operator’s Manual Decal
To instal
1. Clean and
2. Decide on
3. Remove t
4. Place th
5. Prick sm
l a safety decal, follow these steps:
e sign in position and slowly peel back the remaining paper, smoothing the sign as it is applied.
dry the installation area.
the exact location before you remove the decal backing paper.
he smaller portion of the split backing paper.
all air pockets with a pin and smooth out.
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1.8 Safety Decal Locations

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Figure 1
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.17: Upper Cross Auger
Figure 1.18: Slow Speed Transport
D #220799
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Figure 1.19: Slow Speed Transport Tow-Bar
A - MD #220797 B - MD #220798
Figure 1.20: Vertical Knife
A - MD #174684
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Figure 1.21: Endsheets, Reel Arms, Backsheet
A - MD #131393 B - MD #174632 C - MD #184371 D - MD #184371 (DK O nly) E - MD #131392 (2 Places) F - MD #131391 (2 Places) G - MD #174436 H - MD #184371 (DK 2 Places)
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Figure 1.22: Back Tube: 15-Foot Header
A - MD #184422 B - MD #184372 C - MD #131391
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Figure 1.23: Back Tube: 20-Foot Header
A - MD #184372 B - MD #166466 C - MD #131391
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Figure 1.24: Back Tube: 25-Foot Header
A - MD #184372 B - MD #166466 C - MD #131391
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Figure 1.25: Back Tu be: 30-, 35-, 40-Foot Header
A - MD #184372 B - MD #166466 C - MD #131391 D - MD #131392 (30 & 35 Ft. DR Only) E - MD #184372 (Split Frame)
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1.9 Interpreting Safety Signs

Inthesafetysignexplanationsbelow, (a) refers to thetopor left position panel, (b) refers to the bottom or right position of the safety decal depending on decal orientation.
NOTE:
If there are more than two panels in a decal, the lettering will continue downward or to the right, depending on decal orientation.
1. MD #113482
a. General hazard pertaining to machine operation
and servicing
b. CA UTION
To avoid injury or death from improper or unsafe machine operation:
• Readtheoperator’smanualandfollowallsafety instructions. If you do not haveamanual, obtain one from your Dealer.
• Do not allow untrained persons to operate the machine.
• Review safety instructions with all Operators every year.
• Ensure that all safety signs are installed and legible.
• Make certain everyone is clear of machine before starting engine and during operation.
• Keep riders off the machine.
• Keep all shields in place, and stay clear of moving parts.
• Disengage header drive, put transmission in Neutral, and w ait for all movement to stop before leaving operator’s position.
• Shut down the engine and remove the key from ignition before servicing, adjusting, lubricating, cleaning, or unplugging machine.
• Engage safety props to prevent lowering of header or reel before servicing in the raised position .
Figure 1.26: MD #
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• Rest header on ground or engage safety props before going under unit
3. MD #131392 a. Crushing hazard b. WARNING
• To avoid injury from fall of raise d reel; fully raise r eel, stop the engine, remove the key, and engage safety prop on each reel support arm before working on or under reel.
SAFETY
Figure 1.27: MD #131391
• Refer to header operator’s manual.
4. MD #131393 a. Reel hazard b. WARNING
• To avoid injury from fall of raise d reel; fully raise r eel, stop the engine, remove the key, and engage safety prop on each reel support arm before working on or under reel.
• Refer to header operator’s manual.
Figure 1.28: MD #131392
Figure 1.29: MD #131393
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5. MD #166466
a. High pressure oil hazard b. WARNING
Do not go near leaks.
• High pressure oil easily punctures skin causing serious injury, gangrene, or death.
• If injured, seek emergency medical help. Immediate surgery is required to remove oil.
• Do not use nger or skin to check for leaks.
• Lower load or relieve hydraulic pressure before loosening ttings.
6. MD #174436
SAFETY
Figure 1.30: MD #166466
a. High pressure oil hazard b. WARNING
Do not go near leaks
• High pressure oil easily punctures skin causing serious injury, gangrene, or death.
• If injured, seek emergency medical help. Immediate surgery is required to remove oil.
• Do not use nger or skin to check for leaks.
• Lower load or relieve hydraulic pressure before loosening ttings.
7. MD #174632 a. Reel entanglement hazard b. CA UTION
• To avoid injury from entanglement with rotating reel, stand clear of header while machine is running.
Figure 1.31: MD #174436
Figure 1.32: MD #174632
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8. MD #174682 a. Auger entanglement hazard b. CAUTION
• To a void injury from entangleme nt with rotating auger, stand clear of header while machine is running.
9. MD #174684 a. Sharp component hazard b. CAUTION
• Wear heavy canvas or leather gloves when working with knife.
SAFETY
Figure 1.33: MD #174682
• Be sure no one is near the vertical knife when removing or rotating knife.
Figure 1.34: MD #174684
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10. MD #184372
a. General hazard pertaining to machine operation
and servicing
b. CA UTION
To avoid injury or death from improper or unsafe machine operation:
• Readtheoperator’smanualandfollowallsafety instructions. If you do not haveamanual, obtain one from your Dealer.
• Do not allow untrained persons to operate the machine.
SAFETY
• Review safety instructions with all Operators annually.
• Ensure that all safety signs are installed and legible.
• Make certain everyone is clear of machine before starting engine and during operation.
• Keep riders off the machine.
• Keep all shields in place and stay clear of moving parts.
• Disengage header drive, put transmission in Neutral, and w ait for all movement to stop before leaving operator’s position.
• Shut off the engine and remove the key from ignition before servicing, adjusting, lubricating, cleaning, or unplugging machine.
• Engage safety props to prevent lowering of raised unit before servicing in the raised position.
• Use slow m o ving vehic le emblem and ashing warning lights when operating on roadways unless prohibited by law.
Figure 1.35: MD #184372
11. MD #184422 a. Keep shields in place hazard b. WARNING
• To avoid injury, stop the engine and remove the key before opening power drive system shield
• Keep all shields in place
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12. MD #193147 a. Transport/roading hazard b. WARNING
• Ensure tow-bar lock mechanism is locked
13. MD #220797 a. Tipping hazard in transport mode b. WARNING
• Read the operator’s manual for more information on potential tipping or roll-over of header while transporting.
SAFETY
Figure 1.37: MD #193147
14. MD #220798 a. Loss of control hazard in transport b. CAUTION
• Do not tow the header with a dented or otherwise damaged tow pole (the circle with the red X shows a dent in the pole)
• Consult the operator’s manual for more information
Figure 1.38: MD #220797
Figure 1.39: MD #220798
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a. Transport/roading hazard b. WARNING
• Ensure tow-bar lock mechanism is locked
SAFETY
Figure 1.40: MD #220799
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2 Reference

2.1 Denitions
The following terms and acronyms may be used in this manual.
Term
API American Petroleum Institute ASTM American Society of Testing and Materials Bolt Cab-forward Windrower operation with the Operator and cab facing in the direction of travel CDM Cab display module on a self-propelled windrower
Center-link CGVW Combined vehicle gross weight
es header MacDon rigid draper header
D-Seri DK DKD DDD Double-draper drive DR Doub
Finger tight
FFFT
Denition
A headed an
A hydraulic cylinder link between the header and the machine to which it is attached: It is used to change header angle
Double k nife Double-knife drive
le reel
Finger tight is a reference position where sealing surfaces or components are making contact with each other and the tting has been tightened to a point where the tting is no longer loose
Flats from nger tight
d externally threaded fastener that is designed to be paired with a nut
L
GS GVW Gross vehicle weight
Hard joint
Header
Hex key
HDS Hydraulic deck shift hp Horsepower ISC Intermediate Speed Control
JIC Knife A cutting device which uses a reciprocating cutter (also called a sickle)
n/a Not applicable Nut
ound speed lever
Gr
A joint made with the use of a fastener where the joining materials are highly incompressible
A machine that cuts and lays crop into a windrow and is attached to a self-propelled windrower
A hex key or A llen key (also known by various other synonyms) is a tool of hexagonal cross-section used to drive bolts and screws that have a hexagonal socket in the head (internal-wrenching hexagon drive)
Joint Industrial Council: a standards body that developed the standard sizing and shape for original 37° ared tting
An internally threaded fastener that is designed to be paired with a bolt
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REFERENCE
Term
NPT
ORB
ORFS PTO Power Take
RoHS (Reduction of Hazardous Substances)
Denition
National Pipe on NPT ttings
Thread: a style of tting used for low pressure port openings. Threads
are uniquely tapered for an interference fit
O-ring boss: a style of tting commonly used in port opening on manifolds, pumps and motors
O-ring face seal: a style of tting commonly used for connecting hoses and tubes. This style of tting is also commonly called ORS, which stands for O-ring seal
-Off
A directive by the European Union to restrict the use of certain hazardous substances (such a s hexavalent chromium used in some yellow zinc platings)
SAE Society of A utomotive Engineers Screw
A headed forms it
and externally threaded fastener that threads into preformed threads or
s own thread in one of the mating parts SDD Single-draper drive Self-Propelled (SP)
Windrower SK Singl
Self-propelled machine consisting of a power unit with a header
eknife
SKD Single-knife drive Soft joint
A joint made with the use of a fastener where the joining mat erials are compressible or experience relaxation over a period of time
spm
okes per min ute
Str
SR Single reel
actor
Tr Truck
Timed knife drive
ricultural type tractor
Ag A four-wheel highway/road vehicle weighing no less than 7500 lbs (3400 kg) Synchronized motion applied at the cutterbar to two separately driven knives from a
single hydraulic motor Tension Axial load placed on a bolt or screw,usually measured in pounds (lb) or Newtons (N) TFFT
Torque
Turns from nger tight
The product of a force X lever arm length, usually measured in foot-pounds (ft·lbf)
or Newton-meters (N·m)
A tightening procedure where the tting is assembled to a precondition (nger Torque angle
tight) and then the nut is turned further a number of degrees or a number of ats to
achieve its nal position Torque-tension UCA Untimed knife drive
Washer
The relationship between the assembly torque applied to a piece of hardware and
the axial load it induces in the bolt or screw
Upper cross auger
Unsynchronized motion applied at the cutterbar to two separately driven knives
from a single hydraulic motor or two hydraulic motors
A thin cylinder with a hole or slot located in the center and is to be used as a spacer,
load distribution element, or a locking mechanism Windrower
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REFERENCE
2.2 Component Identication
ure 2.1: D65 Windrower Header Components
Fig
A - Reel Cam D - Center Reel Arm Prop Handle E - Hydraulic Connections G - Reel Safety Prop K - Skid Shoe L - Reel Fore-Aft Cylinder M - Knife Drive Box
Crop Divider
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H - Endshield
Crop Divider Rod
P-
C - Drapers F - Transport Light J - Reel Lift Cylinder
Reel Endshield
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3 Specications
| D65 | Attachments
O
S: standard /
CUTTERBAR
Effective cutting width (distance between crop divider points) 15 ft. header 15.00 ft. (180 in. [4572 mm]) S
: optional (factory installed) / OD: optional (dealer installed) / -: not available
F
D65
20 ft. hea
der
20.00 ft.
(240 in. [6096 mm]) 25 ft. header 25.00 ft. (300 in. [7620 mm]) S 30 ft. header 30.00 ft. (360 in. [9144 mm]) S 35 ft. he
ader
35.00 ft
. (420 in. [10,668 mm]) 40 ft. header 40.00 ft. (480 in. [12192 mm]) S Cutterbar Lift Range at Guard Tip (Center-Link Fully
49-13/16 in. (1265 mm)
Retracted)
e
Knif
Single Knife Drive: One hydraulic motor with V-belt to one heavy duty (MD) knife drive box O Double Knife Drive 15–35 ft. (timed): One hydraulic motor with two cogged belts to two heavy
O
duty MD knife drive boxes
uble Knife Drive 40 ft. (untimed): Two hydraulic motors with banded-belts to two heavy duty
Do
D) knife drive boxes
(M
O
Knife S troke 3 in. (76 mm) S
200–1400
20, 25 ft.
0 ft.
3
1 1200–1400
Single Knife Speed (strokes per minute)
35 ft. 40 ft.
1100–1300 1050–1200
S
S
F
F
F
S S S
S 1500–1900 1400–1700 1200–1600 1200–1400 1100–1400
S
S
S
S
S
Double Knife Speed (strokes per minute)
15 ft. 20, 25 ft. 30 ft. 35 ft. 40 ft.
Knife Sections
Over-serrated / Solid / Bolted / 9 serrations per inch O Over-serrated / Solid / Bolted / 14 serrations per inch O
F
F
Knife Overlap at Center (Double-Knife Headers) 1/8 in. (3 mm) S
Guards and Hold-Downs
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D65
Guard: Pointed / Forged / D ouble Heat Treated (DHT)
O
Hold-Down: Sheet Metal / Adjustment bolt Guard: Pointed / Forged / C ase Hardened (CH)
O
Hold-Down: Sheet Metal / Adjustment Bolt Guard: Stub /
Forged Bottom / Forged Top / Adju s tment Plate
O Guard: Stub / Forged Bottom / Sheet Metal Top / Adjustment Bolt O Guard: 4 Point / No-choke Design (2 Long Points with Tangs / 2 Short Points without Tangs) O
Guard Angl
Center-Link Retracted 15–25 ft. Center-Link Retracted 30–40 ft. Center­Center-Link Extended 30–40 ft.
e (cutterbar on ground)
Link Extended
15–25 ft
7.5 Degrees
2.5 Degre
.
17.0 Degrees
es
12.0 Degrees
CONVEYOR (Draper) and DECKS
Draper Width
8 in. (1057 mm)
41-5/ Draper Drive Hydraulic Draper Speed 0–742 fpm (225 m/min.) S
5/8 – 69-11/16 in.
60-
t.
Delivery Opening Width (Center Delivery) / Variable by Shifting Decks
15 f
20, 25, 30,
35, 40 ft.
40–1770 mm)
(15
67-1/8–76-11/16in.
(1720–1950 mm)
F
F
F
F
F
S S S S
S S
S
S
Center-Link
Delivery Opening Height (under Frame Tube at 8 in. Cutting Height )
Fully Retracted
Center-Link Fully
37-5/8 in. (955 mm)
43-1/2 in. (1105 mm)
Extended
PR15 PICK-UP REEL
Quantity of Tine Tubes
5, 6, or 9
15 to 30 ft. 8 in. (203 mm)
Center Tube Diameter
35 ft. 10 in. (254 mm)
Factory Set 31-1/2 in. (800 mm)
Finger Tip Radius
Adjustment Range
30-3/16 – 31-1/2 in.
(766–800 mm) Effective Reel Diameter (Via Cam Prole) 65 in. (1650 mm) Finger Length
11 in. (290 mm) Finger Spacing (Staggered on Alternate Bats) 6 in. (150 mm) Reel Drive Hydraulic Reel Speed (Auto-Adjust from Cab Using Ground Speed Index)
0–85 rpm
FRAME and STRUCTURE
S
S
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D65
Header Width (Field Mode) Cut Width + 15-1/8 in.
(384 mm)
Header Width (Transport
Header
Only
(B)1(Long Dividers
Installed)
(A)
1
(Long D
ividers
Removed)
104 in. (2636 mm)
97 in. (2452
mm)
Mode—Reel Fore-Aft
Fully Retracted)
With
HC10 Hay
Conditioner
Installed
(B)1(Long Dividers
Installed)
1
(A)
(Long Dividers Removed)
112 in. (2834 mm)
104 in. (2650 mm)
S
-
-
-
-
Figure 3.1: Header Width
1. Refer to Figure 3.1: Header Width, p age 31.
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SPECIFICATIONS
D65
HC10 Hay Conditioner O
Roll Length
72 in. (1830 m
m)
D
Outside Diameter 9-1/8 in. (232 mm) Roll Tube Di Roll Speed Upper Cross Auger O
ameter
6-5/8 in. (168 mm)
847–915 rpm
D
Outside Diameter 12 in. (305 mm)
All size
sexcept25ft.
6in. (15
2 mm)
Tube Diameter
25 ft. 7 in. (1 78 mm)
Stabilizer Wheel / Slow Speed Transport O
D
Wheels 15 in. Tires
WEIGH
T
P205/75 R-15
Estimated Weight Range – Base Header, No Adapter – Va riances are due to different package congurations. 15 ft. header 2937–3302 lb (1329–1497 kg) 20 f
t. header
6–3600 lb (1430–1633 kg)
314 25 ft. header 3547–3872 lb (1605–1753 kg) 30 ft header 4370–4812 lb (1981–2178 kg)
5 ft. header
3
North America Frame
808–5337 lb (2181–2480 kg)
4
5197–5704 lb (235 –2593 kg) 40 ft. header
Export Frame North America Frame
5437 lb (2461 kg)
5990 lb (2711 kg) 45 ft. header (Combine Only)
Export Frame
5990 lb (2711 kg)
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4 Operation

4.1 Owner/Operator Responsibilities

CAUTION
• It is your responsibility to read and understand this manual completely before operating the header. Contact your MacDon Dealer if an instruction is not clear to you.
• Follow all safety messages in the m anual and on safety decals on the machine.
• Remember that YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices protect you and the people around you.
• Before allowing anyone to operate the header,for however short a time or distance, make sure they have been instructed in its safe and proper use.
• Review the manual and all safety related items with all Operators annually.
• Be alert for other Operators not using recommended procedures or not following safety precautions. Correct these mistakes immediately, before an accident occurs.
• Do NOT modify the machine. Unauthorized modications may impair the function and/or safety and affect machine life.
• The safety information given in this manual does not replace safety codes, insurance needs, or laws governing your area. Be sure your machine meets the standards set by these regulations.
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4.2 Operational Safety

CAUTION
Follow these safety precautions:
• Followallsafetyand operationalinstructionsgiven in your operator’s manuals. If you do not have a windrower manual, get one from your Dealer and read it thoroughly.
• Never attempt to start the engine or operate the machine except from the windrower seat.
• Check the operation of all controls in a safe clear area before starting work.
• Do NOT allow riders on the windrower.
CAUTION
• Never start or move the machine until you are sure all bystanders have cleared the area.
• Avoid travelling over loose ll, rocks, ditches, or holes.
• Drive slowly through gates and doorways.
• When working on inclines, travel uphill or downhill when possible. Be sure to keep transmission in gear when travelling downhill.
• Never attempt to get on or off a moving machine.
• Do NOT leave Operator’s station while the engine is running.
• Stop engine and remove key before adjusting or removing plugged m aterial from the machine. A child or even a pet could engage the drive.
• Check for excessive vibration and unusual noises. If there is any indication of trouble, shut down and inspect the machine. Follow proper shutdown procedure. Refer to Section 4.4 Shutdown
Procedure, page 44.
Figure 4.1
Figure 4.2: Bystander Safety
:NoRiders
• Operate only in daylight or good articial light.
4.2.1 Header Safety Props
The header safety props are located on the header lift cylinders. The safety props prevent the lift cylinders from inadvertently retracting and lowering the header.
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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. Refer to the windrower operator’s manual for instructions regarding the proper use and storage of header safety props.
4.2.2 Reel Safety Props WARNING
To avoid bodily injury from fall of raised reel, always engage reel safety props before going under raised reel for any reason.
Reel safety pro
IMPORTAN T:
To prevent dam
ps are located at the reel support arms.
age to reel support arms, do NOT transport header with reel safety props engaged.
Engaging Reel Safety Props
1. Raise reel to maximum height.
2. At outer arms, move props (A) to engaged position
(as shown).
NOTE:
Keep pivot b in stored p with hand f
olt (B) properly tightened so prop remains
osition when not in use, yet can be engaged
orce.
Figure 4.3: Reel Arm Safety Prop
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3. At the center reel arm on double reel headers, use handle (A) to move lock rod to inboard position (B), engaging pin (C) under prop.
4. Lower reel until safety props contact cylinder mounts on outer reel arms and pin at center arm.
Disengaging Reel Safety Props
1. Raise re
2. At oute reel ar
el to maximum height.
r reel arms, move props (A) back inside
ms.
Figure 4.4: Center Arm Reel Prop
re 4.5: Reel Arm Safety Prop
Figu
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3. Use handle (B) to move lock rod (A) to outboard position.
4.2.3 Endshields
Figure 4.6: Center Arm Safety Prop
A hinged, p
Opening E
To open an endshield, follow these steps.
1. Remove lynch pin (A) and tool (B) from pin (C) at top rear of endshield.
olyethylene endshield is tted on each end of the header.
ndshields
Figure 4.7: Endshield
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2. Use tool (B) to unlock latch (A) at lower rear corner of endshield.
3. Lift shieldataft end to clear pin attop rear of endshield.
4. Swing shield out and away from header while maintaining forward pressure to prevent shield from slipping out of tab (C) at front of endsheet.
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT force shield once it has reached its end of travel, as damage to the shield structure can occur. Shield is designed to open sufciently for normal access to the drive system and manual case as shown.
NOTE:
If more access is required to the front of the drives area, carefully disengage front of shield from tab at the front of the endsheet and then swing front of the shield away from the header.
Figure 4.8: Endshield
NOTE:
If comple shield ca
page 39.
te access to the endsheet area is required, the
n be removed. Refer to Removing Endshields,
Closing Endshields
To clos
1. Maint
2. Lifts
e an endshield, follow these steps.
ain forward pressure and swing rear of shield ds header.
towar
hieldandengagepin(C) on top of frameendsheet.
Figure 4.9: Endshield Open
Figure 4.10: Endshield
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3. Push in shield to engage lower latch (A).
4. Use tool (B) to lock lower latch (A).
5. Replace tool (B) and lynch pin (A) on top pin (C).
Figure 4.11: Endshield
Removing Endshields
To remo
1. Open en
2. Remov
3. Lift e
ve an endshield, follow these steps:
dshield. Refer to Opening Endshields, page
37.
e acorn nut (A) that secures the endshield to
rt (B).
suppo
ndshield off support (B).
Figure 4.12: Endshield Pin
Figure 4.13: Endshield
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Installing Endshields
To install an endshield, follow these steps.
1. Position endshield on support (A) and align the hole in the endshield with stud (B) on the support.
2. Secure e
3. Close en
38.
NOTE:
Plastic endshields are subject to expansion, or contraction depending on large temperature variations. Top pin and lower latch bracket positions can be adjusted to compensate for dimensional changes. Refer to
Adjusting Endshields, page 41.
ndshield to the support w ith acorn nut (A). dshield. Refer to Closing Endshields, page
Figure 4.14: Endshield
Figure 4.15: Endshield
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Adjusting End shields
Plastic endshields are subject to expansion or contraction from large temperature variations. The position of the top pin and lower catch can be adjusted to compensate for dimensional changes.
To adjust the endshield, perform the following:
1. Check gap ‘X’ between the front end of shield and header frame and compare to chart.
Temperature
°F (°C)
Gap ‘X’
in. (mm)
25 (-4) 1-1/8 (28)
45 (7) 1 (24) 65 (18) 13/16 (20) 85 (29) 5/8 (16)
105 (41) 1/2 (12) 125 (52) 5/16 (8) 145 (63 165 (89)
)
3/16 (4
)
0
If adjustments are required, proceed as follows:
2. Open endshield. Refer to Opening Endshields, page
37.
Figure 4.16: Endshield
3. From inside endsheet, loosen nut (A) on pin (B) with a 3/4 in. socket.
4. Close endshield and adjust position to achieve the gap ‘X’ between the front end of shield and header frame.
5. Open endshield and tighten nut (A).
6. Toachieve a snug t between top of shield and header frame and to ensure that endshield is fully engaged on pin (B), loosen bolts on catch (C) and adjust catch as required to reposition shield.
7. Tighten bolts on ca tch (C).
8. Close endshield. Refer to Closing Endshields, page
38.
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4.2.4 Daily St
art-Up Check
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.
• Wear close-tting clothing and protective shoes with slip-resistant soles.
• Remove foreign objects from the machine and surrounding area.
• As well, carry with you any protective clothing and personal safety devices that could be necessary through the day. Do NOT take chances. You may need a hard hat, protective glasses or goggles, heavy gloves, a respirator or lter mask, or wet weather gear.
• Protect against noise. Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as ear muffs or ear plugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises.
Figure 4.18: Safety Devices
Complete the following tasks each day before start-up:
1. Check the machine for leaks or any parts that are
missing, broken, or not working correctly.
NOTE:
Use proper procedure when searching for pressurized uid leaks. R efer to 6.3.5 Checking Hydraulic Hoses and
Lines, page 132.
2. Cleanall lights and reective surfaces on the machine.
3. Perform all daily maintenance. Refer to 6.3.1
Maintenance Schedule/Record, page 129.
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4.3 Break-in Period

NOTE:
Until you become familiar with the sound and fe el of your new header, be extra alert and attentive. After attaching the header to the windrower for the rst time, follow these steps:
1. Operate the machine with reel drapers and knife running slowly for ve minutes, watching and listening FR OM THE OPERATOR’S SEAT for binding or interfering parts.
NOTE:
Reel and side drapers will not operate until oil ow lls the lines.
2. Perform the items specied. Refer to 6.3.2 Break-In Inspection, page 130.
CAUTION
Before investigating an unusual sound or attempting to correct a problem, shut off engine and remove key.
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OPERATION

4.4 Shutdown Procedure

CAUTION
To shut down and before leaving the windrower seat for any reason, follow these steps:
• Park on level ground if possible.
• Lower the header fully.
• Place all controls in NEUTRAL or PARK.
• Disengage the header drive.
• Lower and retract Reel fully.
• Stop engine and remove key from ignition.
• Wait for all movement to stop.
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4.5 Cab Controls

CAUTION
Be sure all bystanders are clear of machine before starting engine or engaging any header drives.
Refertoyourwindroweroperator’smanualforidentication of in-cab controls for:
• Header engage/disengage control
• Header height
• Header angle
• Ground speed
• Reel speed
• Reel height
• Reel fore-aft positio n
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4.6 Header Setup

4.6.1 Header Attachments
Several attachments to improve performance of your D65header are available as options that can be installed at your MacDon dealer. Refer to 8 Options and Attachments, page 259 in this manual for a description of each item.
4.6.2 Header Settings
This table is a guideline for setting up the D65 D raper Header. Settings other than those suggested can be made to suit various crops and conditions not covered here.

Table 4.1 Recommended Header Settings

Crop Type
Stubble
Height
in.
(mm)
<4 (102)
Crop
Condition
Light High 10–15
Normal
Heavy
Lodged
Divider
Rods
On
Header
Angle
0–3
4–7
2
Knife
Speed
Medium
Reel
3
Cam
2
35104or5
Reel
Speed
4
%
5
10
Reel
Position
6or7
6
Position
Skid
Shoe
Up or
Middle
Stabilizer Wheels
7
Storage
Upper Cross
8
Auger
Not
Required70(311)
Float
lbf
(N)
9
Cereals
4–8
(102–
203)
10+.
(254+
Light High 10–15
Normal
Heavy
Lodged
Light High 10–15
Normal
)
Heavy
Lodg
On
On
ed
0–3
4–7
0–3
4–7
Medium
Medium
2
35104or5
2
35104or5
10
10
6or7
6or7
Middleor
Down
Down
Appli
Not
cable
As
Required
As
red
Requi
Not
Required70(311)
Not
Requi
red
150
(667)
2. Set header angle as shallow as p ossible (setting A) with center-link and skid shoes while maintaining cutting height. Refer to Controlling Header Angle, page 56.
3. Refer to
4. Refer to
4.7.7 Knife Speed, page 58. Choosing a Reel Cam Setting, page 65
5. Percentage above ground speed. Refer to 4.7.4 Reel Speed, page 56
6. Refer to 4.7.9 Reel Fore-Aft Position , page 58.
7. Skid shoe position is used in combination with header angle to deter mine the cu tti ng height when cutting on or very close to the ground. Refer to
4.7.1 Cutting Height, page 50.
8. Stabilizer wheels are used to limit the side-to-side movement when cutting off the ground in rolling terrain, and to minimize bouncing. Refer to
Adjusting Stabilizer/Slow Speed Transport Wheels, page 50
9. Force required to lift header at ends. R efer to your windrower operator’s manual for adjustment procedures.
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Crop Type
Canola
Flax
Stubble
Height
in.
(mm)
4–8
(102–
203)
10+
(254+)
2–6.
(51–153)
Crop
Condition
Divider
Rods
Header
Angle
2
Knife
Speed
Reel
3
Cam
Reel
Speed
4
5
%
Reel
Position
6
Position
Light Medium 2 5–10 Down
Normal
Heavy
Lodged
On 8–10
Low
110
2 5–10
Light Medium 3 5–10
Normal 2
Heavy
On
Lodged
8–10
Low
3
10
5–10
6or7
3or4
6or7
3or4
Middleor
Middleor
ApplicableAsRequired
Light 4–7 5–10
Normal
Heavy
Lodged
On
0–3 4–7
8–10
High 2
10
6or7
Middleor
Skid
Shoe
Down Down
Down
Not
Down
Down
Stabilizer Wheels
7
Required
Required
As
As
8
Upper Cross Auger
Not
Required
Recom-
mended
Not
Required
Recom­mended
Not
Required
Float
lbf
9
(N)
70–100
(311–
445)
150
(667)
70–100
(311–
445)
Edibl
beans
Grass
falfa
Al
Light
e
Normal
Heavy
Lodge
Off 8–10 Mediu
d
2
m
5–10 3 or 4
Up or
Middl
Storage
e
Not
Requi
red
100
(445)
3
Light
Normal
vy
Hea
Lodged
Variable High 2
On
10
10–15
6or7
Up or
Middle
Storage
Not
Required
70–100
(311–
445)
Light 3
rmal
No
Heavy
Lodged
On
Variable High
2
10
3 10–15
6or7
Up or
Middle
St
orage
Not
Required
70–100
(311–
445)
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4.6.3 Reel Set
The follo wing chart illustrates the prole of the reel at each cam or nger pitch setting as well as the reel position relative to the ground at different positions on the reel arm. Refer to 4.6.2 Header Settings, page 46 for applicability of each nger pattern and reel position.

Table4.2D65ReelSettingsChart

Cam Setting N
(Finger Spee
1(0) 6or7
tings
umber
dGain)
Reel Position
Number
Reel Finger Pattern
2(20%)
3or4
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Cam Setting Number
(Finger Speed Gain)
3 (30%)
4 (35%) 2 or 3
Reel Position
Number
6or7
Reel Finger Pattern
NOTE:
• Adjus
• Heade
•Tole
•Reel
•Mini
•Max
•The
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t reel forward to get closer to ground when tiltingheader back. Fingers/tines will dig into ground at extreme
orward positions, so adjust skid shoes or header angle to compensate. Adjust reel rearward to get reel
reel f
er away from ground when tilting header forward.
furth
r tilt can be increased to get reel closer to ground, or decreased to get reel further away from ground while
ng materia l owing onto drapers.
keepi
ave maximum amount of stubble behind in lodged crop, raise header but increase header tilt to keep reel
e to ground. Position the reel fully forward.
clos
may have to be moved back to prevent lumps or plugging on cutterbar in thinner crops.
mum crop carrying capacity (minimum area of exposed draper between reel and header backsheet) occurs
h the reel in the furthest aft position.
wit
imum crop carrying capacity (maximum areaof exposed draper betweenreel and header backsheet) occurs
h the reel in the furthest forward position.
wit
tip speed of the ngers/tines at the cutterbar becomes higher than the reel speed at higher cam settings the nature of the cam action. Refer to Reel Settings chart above.
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4.7 Header Operating Variables

Satisfactory function of the header in all situations requires making proper adjustments to suit various crops and conditions.
Correct operation reduces crop loss and allows cutting of more acres. As well, proper adjustments and timely maintenance will increase the length of service you receive from the machine.
The variables listed below and detailed on the following pages will affect the performance of the machine. You will quickly become adept at adjusting the machine to get the desired results.
Variable
Cutting Height 4.7.1 Cutting Height, page 50 Header Float 4.7.2 Header Float, page 55 Header Ang Reel Spee Ground Speed 4.7.5 Ground Speed, page 57 Draper Speed 4.7.6 Draper Speed, page 57 Knife S Reel Height 4.7.8 Reel Height, page 58 Reel F Reel Tine Pitch 4.7.10 Reel Tine Pitch, page 65 Crop
le
d
peed
ore-Aft Position
Divider Rods
Section
Controlling Hea der Angle, page 56
4.7.4 Ree
4.7.7 K
4.7.9
4.7.
l Speed, page 56
nife Speed, page 58
Reel Fore-Aft Position, page 58
12 Crop Divider Rods, page 72
4.7.1 Cutting Height
The header is designed to allow an Operator to cut the crop above the ground for a desired stubble height or to cut the crop at ground level with the header on the ground. Cutting height will vary, depending on type of crop, crop condition, etc.
CuttingOffTheGround
e stabilizing wheel system is designed to minimize bouncing at the header ends and may be used to oat the
Th
aders to achieve an even cutting height when cutting above ground level in cereal grains. The system can
he
ovide very even stubble height and greatly reduces operator fatigue.
pr
utting height is controlled with a com bination of the comb ine header height control and a stabilizer wheel system,
C
r a stabilizer/slow speed transport wheel system.
o
he stabilizer wheel system or a stabilizer/slow speed transport wheel system are only available on 30, 35, and
T
0 ft. headers.
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Adjusting Stabilizer/Slow Speed Transport Wheels
The proper setting requires balancing the amount of header weight carried by the oat and the stabilizer/slow speed tra nsport wheels.
1. Raise the head er so that the stabilizer wheels are off the ground. Shut do wn engine and remove the key.
2. Check that the oat is working properly. Refer to your windrower operator’s manual for instructions.
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3. On the right wheel assembly, remove hairpin (A) from latch.
4. Disengage latch (B) and lift right wheel out of hook and place on ground as shown. This reduces weight of assembly and makes adjusting wheel position easier.
5. Support left wheel weight by lifting slightly with one hand. Pull up on handle (C) to release lock.
6. Lift left wheel to desired height and engage support channel into slot (D) in upper support.
7. Push down on handle (C) to lock.
8. Lift right wheel back into eld position and ensure latch (B) is engaged.
9. Secure latch with hairpin (A).
10. Support the left wheel assembly’s wheel weight by lifting slightly with one hand. Pull up on handle (A) to release lock.
11. Lift wheels to desired height and engage support channel into slot (B) in upper support.
Figure 4.19: Right Wheel
12. Push down on handle (A) to lock.
13. Lower header to desired cutting height using combine controls and check load indicator. As an example the image shows that the wheels are set to a range between ‘2’and‘3’onloadindicator.
Figure 4.20: Le
ft Wheel
Figure 4.21: Load Indicator
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IMPORTANT:
Continuous operation with excessive spring compression (i.e., load Indicator reading greater than ‘4’ora compressed length (A) less than 11–5/8 in. [295 mm]) can result in damage to suspension system.
14. Adjust header angle to desired working angle with the machine’s header angle controls. If angle is not critical, set it to mid-position.
NOTE:
The height se connected t cab.
15. Use the windrower cab display module (CDM) controls to automatically maintain cutting height. Re fer to your windrower operator’s manual for details.
Adjusting Stabilizer Wheels
The proper setting requires balancing the amount of header weight carried by the oat a nd the stabilizer whee l s.
nsor on the CA25 adapter must be
o the combine header control module in the
Figure 4.22: Spring Compression
1. Raise the header so th at the stabilizer wheels are off the ground. Shut down engine and remove the key.
2. Check that the oat is working properly. See your windrower operator’s manual for instructions.
CAUTION
Handle may be under tension, especially when the wheels are on the ground. Raise header so that wheels are off the ground before making adjustments.
3. Support wheel weight by lifting slightly with one hand on handle (B). Pull up on handle (A) to release lock.
4. Lift wheel with handle (B) and engage support channel into center slot (C) in upper support.
5. Push down on handle (A) to lock.
Figure 4.23: Stabilizer Wheel
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6. Lower header to desired cutting height using combine controls and check load indicator. As an example the image shows that the wheels are set to a range between ‘2’and‘3’onloadindicator.
Figure 4.24: Load Indicator
IMPORTAN T
Continuou (i.e., loa compresse can resul
7. Adjust header angle to desired working angle with the machine’sheaderanglecontrols. Ifangleis not critical, set it to mid-position.
NOTE:
The height sensor on the CA25 adapter must be connected to the combine height control system in the cab.
8. Use the windrower cab display module (CDM) controls to automatically maintain cutting height. Refer to your windrower operator’s manual for details.
Cutting On the
Cuttingonthegroundis performed withtheheaderfullylowered so thatthecutterbarisonthe ground. The orientation ofthesickleandsickle guards relativetotheground(orheader angle) iscontrolledwiththeskid shoes and center-link, and NOT with the header liftcylinders. These twofeaturesallow the operator to adjust to eldconditionsto maximize the amount of material cut and to reduce damage to the sickle from stones and debris.
:
s operation with excessive spring compression
d Indicator reading greater than ‘4’ or a
d length less than 11-5/8 in. [295 mm]) (A)
t in damage to suspension system.
Figure 4.25: Spring Compression
Ground
The header is equipped with a type of suspension system that oats the header over the surface to compensate for ridges, trenches, or other variations in ground contour instead of pushing the cutterbar into the ground or leaving uncut crop.
Refer to the following sections for further information about each feature:
Adjusting Inner Skid Shoe, page 54.
Adjusting Outer Skid Shoe, page 54.
4.7.3 Header Angle, page 55.
4.7.2 Header Float, page 55.
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Adjusting Inner Skid Sho e
1. Fully raise the stabilizer wheels or slow speed transport wheels (if installed). Refer to:
Adjusting Sta
bilizer Wheels, page 52,or
Adjusting Sta
bilizer/Slow Speed Transport Wheels, page 50
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. Refer to the windrower operator’s manual for instructions regarding the proper use and storage of header safety props.
2. Fully raise header, engage safety props, shut off engine, and remove key.
3. Remove lynch pin (A).
4. Hold shoe (B) and remove pin (C) by pulling down to disengage frame and then pulling away from shoe.
5. Raise or lower skid shoe (B) to d esired position using holes in support (D) as a guide.
Figure 4.26: Inner Skid Shoe
6. Reinsertpin(B),engageinframe,andsecurewith lynch pin (A).
7. Check that all of the skid shoes are adjusted to the same position.
8. Adjust header angle to desired working position using the machine’s header angle controls. If angle is not critical, set it to mid-position.
9. Check header oat as described in your windrower operator’s manual.
Figure 4.27: Inner Skid Shoe
Adjusting Outer Skid Shoe
1. Fully raise the stabilizer wheels or slow speed transport wheels if installed. Refer to:
Adjusting Stabilizer Wheels, page 52 or
Adjusting Stabilizer/Slow Speed Transport Wheels, page 50
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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. Refer to the windrower operator’s manual for instructions regarding the proper use and storage of header safety props.
2. Fully raise header, engage safety props, shut off engine, and remove key.
3. Removelynchpin(A)ateachskidshoe(B).
4. Hold shoe and remove pin (C) by disengaging frame and then pulling away from shoe.
5. Raise or lower skid shoe to desiredpositionusingholes in support as a guide.
6. Reinstall pin (C), engage in frame, and secure with lynch pin (A).
7. Check that skid shoes are adjusted to the same position.
8. Check header oat as described in your windrower operator’s manual.
Figure 4.28: Outer Skid Shoe
4.7.2 Header Float
D65 windrower headers are designed to ride on the skid shoes for cutting on the ground operation. The windrower oat system reduces the ground pressure so that the header oats over obstacles and follows ground contours instead of being supported by the windrower lift cylinders. Refer to your M-Series Self-Propelled Windrower Operator’s Manual for details about header oat adjustments.
4.7.3 Header Angle
Header angle is the angle between the drapers and the ground, and is adjustable to accommodate crop conditions and/or soil type.
The header angle (A) is a critical factor for effective cutting on the ground applications because it determines the actual distance (B) between the sickle and the ground. The header rotates about the point of skid shoe/ground contact (C) by adjusting the length of the center-link thereby adjusting the position of the guards and sickle.
Header angle (A) is synonymous with guard angle (D) which is the angle between the guard upper surface and the ground.
Figure 4.29: Header Angle
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Controlling Header Angle
Headerangle is varied by adjusting the length of the top center-link (mechanical or hydraulic) between the windrower and the header.
Refer to your windrower operator’s manual for adjustment details.
4.7.4 Reel Speed
Reel speed is onto the drap
The reel per cutterbar a
In standing In attene
speed, eit Excessive
too high. Lower ree
NOTE:
9-bat reels are available on 15, 20, and 25 foot headers from the factory. A conversion kit to change a 6-bat reel to a 9-bat reel is also ava ilable for these headers.
Refer to 4.6.2 Header Settings, page 46 for recommended reel speeds in specic crops and crop conditions. The reel speed is adjustable with the controls in the windrower cab. Refer to your windrower operator’s manual for
adjustment details.
one of the factors that determines the manner in which the crop is moved from the cutterbar
ers.
forms best when it appears to be driven by the ground. It should move the cut crop evenly through the
nd onto the drapers without bunching and with minimal disturbance.
crop, reel speed should be slightly higher than or equal to ground speed.
d crop or a crop that is leaning away from the cutterbar the reel speed needs to be higher than the ground
her by increasing the reel speed or decreasing the ground speed.
shattering of grain heads or crop loss over the header backtub e may be indications that the reel speed is
Excessive reel speed also increases wear of reel components and overloads the reel drive.
l speeds can be used with 9-bat reels which is an advantage in shatter prone crops.
Optional Reel Drive S prockets
nal reel drive sprockets are available as an alternative to the factory-installed sprocket for use in special crop
Optio
tions.
condi The he
sproc in li for o
For i
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ader is factory equipped with a 19 tooth sprocket to drive the reel which is satisfactory for most crops. Other
kets are available to provide more torque to the reel is heavy cutting conditions, or to allow higher reel speeds
ght crops where increased ground speeds are used. Refer to the following table and contact your MacDon dealer
rdering information.
nstallation details, Refer to 6.9.1 Replacing Reel Drive Sprocket, page 221.
OPERATION
4.7.5 Ground S
Using the proper ground speed will result in cleanly cut crop and even delivery of material for a good windrow. Refer to 4.10 Windrow Types, page 79 for effects of ground speed on windrow formation.
Reduce ground speed in difcult cutting conditions to reduce loads on cutting components and drives. Use lower ground speeds in very light crops (for example, short soybeans), to allow the reel to pull in short plants.
Start at 3.0–3.5 mph (4.8–5.8 km/h) and adjust as required. Higher ground speeds may require heavier oat settings to prevent abnormal bouncing that would cause uneven
cutting and possible cutting component damage. Generally, if ground speed is increased, draper and reel speeds should be increased to handle the extra material.
The following chart indicates the relationship between ground speed and area cut for the various header sizes.
peed
e 4.30: Ground Speed vs Acres
Figur
A - 15 Foot B - 20 Foot D - 30 Foot E - 35 Foot F - 40 Foot
Examp hour
4.7.
The draper speed is controlled with the windrower Cab Display Module (CDM). Refer to your windrower operator’s manual for instructions.
Adjust the draper speed to achieve good feeding of crop for a good windrow. Excessive draper speed will reduce draper life.
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le shown above: At a ground speed of 6 miles per hour (9.7 km/h) with a 25 ft. header, the area cut in one
would be approximately 18 acres (7.3 hectares).
6 Draper Speed
C - 25 Foot
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15 ft.
30 ft. 35 ft. 40 ft.
eed
Recommended
Single Knife Double Knife
— 1200–1400 1400–1700 1200–1400 1200–1600
1100–130
1050–1200 1100–1400
0
Knife Speed Range (spm)
1500–1900
1200–140
0
4.7.7 Knife Sp
The header knife drive is driven by the windrower hydraulic pump and is controlled with the windrower Cab Display Module (CDM). The default speed is 1200 strokes per minute (spm). Refer to your windrower operator’s manual.

Table4.3KnifeSpeedGuidelines

Header Size (ft.)
20, 25 ft.
4.7.8 Reel Height
The crop type and condition determine the operating height of the reel. Set reel height to carry material past the knife onto the drapers with minimal disturbance and damage to the cut
crop. A lso see 4.7.9 Reel Fore-Aft Position, page 58. The reel height is controlled with switches in the operators cab. Indications that reel may be too low are:
• Crop loss over header backtube
• Disturbance of crop on drapers by the reel ngers
• Crop being pushed down by the tine tubes Indications that the reel may be too high:
• Cutterbar plugging
• Leaving uncut lodged crop
• Grain stalks dropping ahead of cutterbar Refer to 4.6.2 Header Settings, page 46 for recommended reel height in specic crops and crop conditions.
PORTANT:
IM
intain adequate clearance to prevent ngers contacting the knife or the ground. Refer to 6.8.1 Reel Clearance
Ma
Cutterbar, page 200.
to
4.7.9 Reel Fore-Aft Position
Reel fore-aft position is a critical factor for good results in adverse conditions. The reel position is factory-set for normal conditions and can be adjusted forward or backward as required using controls in the cab.
The reel can also be moved approximately 9 in. (227 mm) further aft by repositioning the fore-aft cylinders on the reel arms to accommodate certain crop conditions
For double reel headers, refer to Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders on Double Reel, page 62. For single reel headers, refer to Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders on Single Reel, page 59.
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A decal (A) is provided on the reel right support arm for identifying reel position. The cam disc aft edge (B) is the gauge indicator.
Forstraightstandingcrop,centerthe reel over the cutterbar (4–5 on decal).
For crops that are down, tangled, or leaning, it may be necessary to move the reel ahead of the cutterbar (lower number on decal).
IMPORTAN T:
When difculty is encountered picking up attened crop, adjust header angle to a steeper position. Refer to
Controlling Header Angle, page 56 for adjustment details.
Adjust reel position only if header angle adjustments are not satisfa ctory.
Refer to 4.6.2 Header Settings, page 46 for recommended reel positions in specic crops and crop conditions.
Figure 4.31: Fore-Aft Decal
Adjusting Reel Fo
To adjust the reel fore-aft position, follow these steps:
1. Select FORE-AFT mode on the selector switch in the cab.
2. Operate the hydraulics to move the reel to the desired position, again using the gauge as a reference.
3. Check reel clearance to cutterbar after m aking changes to cam setting. Refer to the following for measurements and adjustment procedures:
6.8.1 Reel Clearance to C utterbar, page 200
6.8.2 Reel Frown, page 203.
IMPORTAN T:
Operating wit header tilt as
h the reel too far forward can cause the ngers to contact the ground. Lower the skid shoes or adjust
required when operating with the reel in this position to prevent damage to the ngers.
re-Aft Position
Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders on Single Reel
The reel can be moved approximately 9 in. (227 mm) further aft by repositioning the fore-aft cylinders on the reel arms.
WARNING
Stop windrower engine and remove key before making adjustmentsto machine. A child or even a pet could engage the drive.
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Reposition right arm cylinder as follows:
NOTE:
Reel components are not shown for clarity.
1. Position reel fully aft with support arms horizontal.
2. Stop engine and remove key.
3. Remove four bolts (A) securing cylinder bracket (B) to reel arm.
4. Push reel back until bracket (B) lines up with the aft set of holes (C).
5. Reinstall the four bolts(A)tosecurebracket to reel arm at new position.
Figure 4.32: Right Arm Cylinder - Forward Position
Figure 4.33: Right Arm Cylinder - Rearward Position
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Reposition left arm cylinder as follows:
NOTE:
Reel components are not shown for clarity.
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6. Remove pin (A)
securing cylinder (B) to bracket/light
assembly (C).
7. Remove bolts remove brack
8. If necessary bracket or r
9. Swivel ligh
(D) securing bracket (C) to reel arm and
et/light assembly.
, remove cable tie securing harness to
eel arm.
t to working position as shown.
10. Reposition bracket/light assembly (C) on reel arm as shown and reinstallthe four bolts (D) to secure bracket to reel arm. Tighten bolts.
11. Push reel back and reinstallcylinder (B) to bracketwith pin (A). Secure pin with cotter pin.
Figure 4.
34: Forward Positi on
12. Secure light harness to bracket with plastic tie wrap.
13. Check reel clearance to backsheet, upper cross auger (if installed) and reel braces.
14. Adjust reel tine pitch (if required). For adjustment procedures, refer to 4.7.10 Reel Tine Pitch, page 65.
Figure 4.35: Rearward Position
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Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders on Double Reel
The reel can be moved approximately 9 in (227 mm) further aft by repositioning the fore-aft cylinders on the reel arms. To reposition the cylinders on a double reel, follow t hese steps:
WARNING
Stop windrower engine and remove key before makingadjustmentsto machine. A child or even a pet could engage the drive.
1. Position reel fully aft with support arms horizontal.
2. Stop engine and remove key.
Reposition center arm cylinder as follows:
NOTE:
Reel components are not shown for clarity.
3. Remove four bolts (A) securing cylinder bracket (B) to reel arm.
4. Push reel back until bracket (B) lines up with the aft set of holes (C).
5. Reinstall the four bolts(A)tosecurebracket to reel arm at new position.
Figure 4.36: Forward Position
Figure 4.37: Rearward Position
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Reposition right arm cylinder as follows:
NOTE:
Reel components are not shown for clarity.
OPERATION
6. Remove four bo reel arm.
7. Push reel bac
k until bracket (B) lines up with the aft set
of holes (C).
8. Reinstall th at new posit
e four bolts (A) to secure bracket to reelarm
ion.
lts (A) securing cylinder bracket ( B) to
Figure 4.38: Forward Position
Figure 4.39: Rearward Position
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Reposition left arm cylinder as follows:
NOTE:
Reel components are not shown for clarity.
OPERATION
9. Remove p in (A)
securing cylind er (B) to brack et/light
assembly (C).
10. Remove bolts remove brack
11. If necessary bracket or r
12. Swivel ligh
(D) securing bracket (C) to reel arm and
et/light assembly.
, remove cable tie securing harness to
eel arm.
t to working position as shown.
13. Reposition bracket/light assembly (C) on reel arm as shown and reinstall the four bolts (D) to secure bracket to reel arm. Tighten bolts.
14. Push reelback and reinstall cylinder (B) to bracketwith pin (A). Secure pin with cotter pin.
Figure 4.
40: Forward Position
15. Secure light harness to bracket with plastic tie wrap.
16. Check reel clearance to backsheet, upper cross auger (if installed) and reel braces.
17. Adjust reel tine pitch (if required). For adjustment procedures, refer to 4.7.10 Reel Tine Pitch, page 65.
Figure 4.41: Rearward Position
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4.7.10 Reel Tine Pitch
IMPORTAN T:
The following operating the
The pick-up reel is designed to pick up attened and severely lodged crops. It is not always necessary to increase the tine pitch (higher cam setting) to pick up crops that are lodged, but rather,
the cam settin gs are mainly used to det ermine how the crop will get delivered to the drapers. The position of the ngers relative to the ground (tine pitch) is not signicantly affected by the cam setting. For
example, the cam position range is 33°, but the corresponding nger pitch range is only 5° at the lowest point of reel rotation.
For best performance, use the minimum cam setting that will deliver the crop past the rear edge of the cutterbar and onto the drapers. Refer to 4.6.2 Header Settings, page 46Header Settings
Choosing a Reel Cam Setting
describes the concept and operational guidelines of the pick-up reel. Please read carefully before machine.
The follow The setti
disc. Ref
Cam Position 1 , Reel Positio n 6 or 7 delive rs the most even crop ow onto the drapers without ufng up or disturbing the material.
• The crop is released quite close to the cutterbar and works best with the cutterbar on the ground.
• Somecropswillnotbedeliveredpast the cutterbar when the cutterbar is raised off the ground and the reel is pushed forward. Initially, have the reel speed set about equal to the ground speed.
ing outlines the function of each cam setting and includes guidelines for set-up in various crop conditions.
ng numbers are visible above the slots on the cam
er to Adjusting R eel Cam, page 67.
Figure 4.42:
Finger Prole - Position 1
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Cam Position2, Reel Position 3 or 4 is the recommended
starting position for most crops and conditions.
• This setting gives a ngertip speed approximately 20% faster than the reel speed.
• If crops tend to stall on the cutterbar with the reel in a forward position, the cam setting should be increased to push the crop past the rear edge of the cutterbar.
• If the crop getting uffed, or the ow across the drapers is disrupted, the cam setting should be decreased.
Cam Position 3, Reel Position 6 or 7 are mainly used to leave long stubble.
• This position allows the reel to reach forward and lift the crop across the knife and onto the drapers.
• This setting gives a nger tip speed approximately 30% faster than the reel speed.
Figure 4.43: Finger Prole - Position 2
Cam Pos
fully f lodged
•Thispo
•Thiss
ition 4, Reel Position 2 or 3 is used with the reel
orward to leave the maximum amoun t of stubble in
crops.
sition allows the reel to reach forward and lift the
crop ac
ross the knife and onto the drapers.
etting gives a nger tip speed approximately 35%
r than the reel speed.
faste
Figure 4
.44: Finger Prole - Position 3
Figure 4.45: Finger Prole - Position 4
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Cam Position 4, Header Angle At Maximum, and Reel Fully Forward provides the maximum amount of reel
reach below the cutterbar to pick up lodged crops and gives a nger tip speed approximately 35% faster than the reel speed.
• Cutting height is set to approximately 8 in. (203 mm) to leave a signicant amount of stubble. In damp materials suchasrice,itispossibletodoublegroundspeed because the amount of material that is being cut is less.
NOTE:
High cam settings with the reel fore-aft position at 4–5 severely decreases the draper capacity because the reel disrupts crop ow across the drapers. The ngers are still engaged in the crop that is moving on the drapers. High cam settings are recommended only with the reel at or close to full forward settings.
IMPORTAN T:
The reel to cutterbar clearance should always be checked following adjustments to reel tine pitch and reel fore-aft position.
Figure 4.46: Finger Prole - Position 4
Refer to 6.8.1 Reel Clearance to Cutterbar, page 200. Refer to 4.6.2 Header Settings, page 46 for recommended reel tine pitch in specic crops and crop conditions.
Adjusting Re e l Cam
WARNING
Stop windrower engine and remove key before making adjustmentsto machine. A child or even a pet could engage the drive.
1. Using a 3/4 in. wrench, turn the cam latch pin (A)
counterclockwise to release the cam disc.
2. Use the wrench on bolt (B)to rotate cam disc and align
latchpin (A) with desired hole (1 to 4)at(C)incam disc.
NOTE:
Bolt (B) is through cam disc. Some parts shown transparent for visibility.
3. Turn latch pin (A) clockwise to engage and lock
cam disc.
4. Repeat above procedure for the other reel.
IMPORTAN T:
Secure cam position before operating machine.
Figure 4.47: Reel Cam Positioner
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4.7.11 Crop Di
Crop dividers are used to help divide the crop w hen harvesting. They are removable to allow installation of vertical knives and to decrease transport width.
viders
Removing Crop Dividers from Header with Latch Option
To remove crop dividers from a header with the latch option, follow these steps.
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. Refer to the windrower operator’s manual for instructions regarding the proper use and storage of header safety props.
1. Lower reel, raise header, stop engine, remove key, and engage header safety props. For instructions, refer to your windrower operator’s manual.
2. Open/remove header endshields. Refer to 4.2.3 Endshields, page 37.
3. Lift safety le ver (A).
4. Hold onto divider (B), push lever (C) to open latch and lower divider.
Figure 4.48: Crop Divider
5. Lift divider off endsheet and store as follows: a. Locate pin (A) on divider in hole in endsheet at
location shown.
b. Lift divider and locate lugs (B) on divider into
bracketonendsheet. Ensure lugs engage bracket.
6. Close/replace header endshields. Refer to 4.2.3
Endshields, page 37.
Figure 4.49: Stored Crop Divider
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Removing Crop Dividers from Header without Latch Option
To remove crop dividers from a header without the latch option, follow these steps.
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. Refer to the windrower operator’s manual for instructions regarding the proper use and storage of header safety props.
1. Lower reel, raise header, stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props. For instructions, refer to your windrower operator’s manual.
2. Open/remove header endshields. Refer to 4.2.3 Endshields, page 37.
3. Remove bolt (A), lock washer and at washer.
4. Lower divider (B) and lift off endsheet.
5. Close/replace header endshields. Refer to 4.2.3
Endshields, page 37.
Figure 4.50: Crop Divider
Installing Crop Dividers on Header with Latch Option
To install crop dividers on a header with the latch option, follow these steps.
DANGER
To avoid remove k operato
1. Lower reel, raise header, stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props. For instructions, refer to your
2. Open header and remove endshields.
bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, ey, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason. Refer to the windrower
r’s manual for instructions regarding the proper use and storage of header safety props.
windrower operator’s manual.
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3. At divider storage location, lift divider to dis engage lugs (A) at lower end and then lower it slightly to disengage pin (B) from endsheet.
4. Position crop divider as shown by locating lugs (A) in holes in endsheet.
5. Lift forward end of divider until pin (B) at top of divider engages and closes latch (C).
6. Push safety lever (D) down to lock pin in latch.
Figure 4.51: Stored Crop Divider
e 4.52: Crop Divider
Figur
A - Lugs B - Pin C - Latch D - Safety Lever
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7. Check that divider does NOT move laterally. Adjust bolts (A) as required to tighten divider and remove lateral play when pulling at divider tip.
8. Close/install endshields.
Figure 4.53: Crop Divider
Installing Crop Dividers on Header without Latch Option
To install
crop dividers on a header without the latch option, follow these steps.
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. Refer to the windrower operator’s manual for instructions regarding the proper use and storage of header safety props.
1. Lower reel, raiseheader, stop engine, remove key,and engage safety props. For instructions, refer to your windrower operator’s manual.
2. Open/remove endshields. Refer to 4.2.3 Endshields,
page 37.
3. Remove crop divider from storage.
4. Position crop divider as shown by locating lugs (A) in holes in endsheet.
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5. Lift forward end of divider and install bolt (A) and special stepped washer (B) (step towards divider). Tighten bolt.
6. Check thatdivider does not move laterally. Adjust bolts (C) as required to tighten divider and remove lateral play when pulling a t divider tip.
7. Close endshield . Refer to 4.2.3 Endshields, page 37.
4.7.12 Crop Divider Rods
Figure 4.55: Crop Divider
Crop divid in standin
Table 4.4
er rods are used w ith the crop dividers. The removable divider rods are suita ble when crop is do wn, but
g crops, the crop dividers alone are recommended.
Recommended Use of Crop Divider Rods
With Divi
Lodged Cereal
Winter Forage
der Rods
Alfalfa
Canola
Flax Rice
Grass Seed Soybeans
Lentils
Peas
Soybeans
Sudan Grass
Without D
Standi
ivider Rods
Edible Beans
Milo
ng Cereal
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Removing Crop Divider Rods
To remove divider rods, follow these steps:
1. Loosen bolt (B) and remove rod (A).
2. Store both rods on the inboard side of the right endsheet.
Figure 4.56: Crop Divider Rod
UsingRiceDividers
Optional special rice divider s can b e installed and used when required. Refer to 8.4.13 Rice Divider Rods, page
269.
The installation and removal procedures are the same as for the standard crop dividers.
Figure 4.57: Stored Divider Rod
ure 4.58: Divider Rod for Rice
Fig
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4.8 Delivery Opening

The width and location of the delivery opening affects the width and conguration of the windrow. The decision to widen or narrow the center delivery o pening, or to double windrow, should be based on the
following factors:
• Windrower pick-up capability
• Type and yield of c rop
• Weather co nditions (rain , humidity, wind)
• Drying time available Refer to 4.10 Windrow Types,page 79 for the strengths and weaknesses of the various windrow congurations with
respect to these factors. Also refer to 4.9 Double Windrowing, page 76.
4.8.1 Adjusting Delivery Opening on Header with Manual D e ck Shift
Both decks can be positioned to vary the delivery opening from 60-5/8—69-11/16 in. (1540–1770 mm) for the 15 ft. header and from 67-1/8—76-11/16 in. (1720–1950 mm) for20to40ft.models.
1. Loosen bolts (A) on both decks.
2. Slide decks desired amount. Retighten bolts (A).
Figure 4.59: Manual Deck Shift
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4.8.2 Adjusti
The delivery opening can be changed by moving the inboard deck shift stops.
1. Remove bolts (A).
2. Slide stop (B) outboard to decrease the maximum opening size, or inboard to increase the maximum opening.
ng Delivery Opening on Header with Hydraulic Deck Shift
CAUTION
Adjust the outboard stops to prevent the decks from contacting each other.
3. Reinstall bolts (A) and tighten.
Figure 4
.60: Hydraulic Deck Shift
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4.9 Double Windrowing

Double windrowing is laying two swaths side-by-side. Larger capacity combines or forage harvesters can then pick up twice as much material in a single pass, saving time and fuel.
Double windrowing is performed with the D65 Draper Headers by two methods; deck shifting, or using the Double Windrow Attachment (DWA).
Deck shifting is used for crops that don’t require conditioning, such as grains, canola, and beans for example. Refer to
4.9.1 Shifting Decks Hydraulically, page 76,or
4.9.2 Shifting Decks Manually, page 77 Forage crops such as alfalfa, hay,and some grasses are cut and then fed into the HC10 hay conditioner. The DWA
system allows double windrowing with conditioner equipped windrowers up to 30 feet. Refer to 4.9.3 Using Double
Windrow Attachment (DWA), page 78.
4.9.1 Shifting Decks Hydraulically
The hydra It is only
Refer to y
Laying a D NOTE:
30 ft. headers equipped with transport or stabilizer system, require that the wheels be in the raised position to avoid interfering with the windrow.
1. Position decks at the left end of header to deliver crop
2. Shift the decks to the right end of the header with the
3. Complete the second round to lay a double windrow.
4. Repeat above steps to lay the second double windrow.
NOTE
The end delivery opening is designed to give adequate clearance between the rst windrow and the standing crop, and optimum space between the two windrows.
ulic deck shift feature allows the Operator to select center, left, or right delivery from the windrower cab.
available on the 25, 30, and 35 ft. headers.
our windrower operator’s manual for identication and operation of the deck shift control.
ouble Windrow
from right end (A) for the rst round.
deck shift control in the windrower to deliver crop from left end (B).
:
Figur
e4.61
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4.9.2 Shiftin
Both decks can be moved manually to deliver the crop from the center or right/left end on 25 to 40 ft. headers. To deliver crop from the right end, move the decks to the
left end of the header:
g Decks Manually
CAUTION
Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator's seat for any reason. A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine.
1. Loosen bolt (A) on the right deck.
2. Slide deck to close off the center opening. Retighten bolt (A).
3. Reverse the draper drive motor hoses (A) on the moveddeck so that the draper turns the same direction as the existing deck.
NOTE:
Loosen clamp on plastic sleeve at drive motor so that hoses (A) can be reversed. Retighten clamp.
ivercropfromtheleftend,movethedeckstotheright
To del end of
the header as per the above steps.
Figure 4
Figu
.62: Right Deck Shown
re 4.63: Right Deck Motor
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Laying a D ouble Windrow NOTE:
30 ft. headers equipped with transport or stabilizer system, require that the wheels be in the raised position to avoid interfering with the windrow.
4. Position dec from right en
5. Complete one
6. Complete th direction t
7. Repeat abov
4.9.3 U
o lay a double windrow.
sing Double Windrow Attachment (DWA)
ks at the left end of header to deliver crop
d(A).
round or one length of the eld.
e second round or length in the opposite
e steps to lay the second double windrow.
Figure 4
.64: Double Windrowing
Allows double windrowing of cut and conditioned forage type crops. The conditioned crop is deposited onto the side delivery
system draper (A) and delivered to the side of the windrowerwhen required. Draper speed and deck position are controlled with switches in the windrower cab.
Laying a D ouble Windrow
1. Complete on e round or o ne length of the eld.
2. Complete the second round or length in the opposite direction to lay a double windrow.
3. Repeat above steps to lay the second double windrow.
NOTE:
The DWA system shuts off the draper automatically when it is ra ised and allows the crop to be deposited between the tractor wheels as it would be without the side delivery system.
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4.10 Windrow Types

There are three basic criteria by which the quality of a windrow is measured:
Weight Distribution: Heads and stalks distributed evenly across full width of windrow
Good Curing: A loose, open windrow for better drying
Good Weatherability: A well-formed windrow that supports heads off the ground and holds together in extreme weather conditions
Windrow Type Description
Herringbone T he most desirable
form of windrow, stalksarecrossedand interwoven. Heads are distributed across full width of windrow. This windrow can be formed by center delivery only.
Fantail The stalks are
crossed in the center and the heads are in line along outside edges. This windrow canbeformedby center delivery only.
Doveta
il
The sta along o of wind are cr This w be for deliv
lks are lined utside edges
row and heads
ossedincenter.
indrow can
med by center
ery only.
Weight
Distributio
Good Good
Fair Fair Fair
Poor Fair Poor
Curing Weatherabil
n
Excellent
Machine
ity
Setting
Guidelines
•Reel and ground speed approximately equal
• Medium draper speed
•Center delivery
• Low draper speed
• Low header angle
•Center delivery
•High dr speed
•Highh angle
•Cente deliv
aper
eader
r
ery
Parallel The stalks are
parallel to windrow and heads evenly distributed across width of windrow. This windrow can be formed by center delivery or end delivery.
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Good Good Good
• Medium draper speed
• Medium header angle
• Centerorend delivery
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Windrow Type Description
45° Diagonal
The stalks are lined along one edge and heads are along opposite edge, 45° to windrow perpendicular. This windrow can be formed by end deliver or by center delivery if the crop is leaning to one side.
75° Diagon
al
The stalks are closer to parallel than the 45° windrow. Stalk tips are lined along one edge with heads opposite, 75° to windrow perpendicular. This windrow can be formed by end deliveryorbycenter delivery if the crop is leaning to one side.
Weight
Distribution
Curing Weatherabilit
Poor Fair Poor
Fair
Good
Fair
Machine
y
Setting
Guidelines
• Low reel speed
• Less aggressive tine pitch
• End delivery or center delivery if crop is leaning
• Low reel speed
• Less aggressive tine pitch
• End delivery or center delivery if crop is leaning
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4.11 Haying Tips

The following information may be useful when using the D65 Draper Header in hay crops.
4.11.1 Curing
A quick cure w
• 5% of the prot
• The sooner th Leaving the
soon as poss
4.11.2 Tops
On wet soil, the g eneral rule of wide and thin does NOT apply. A narrower windrow will dry faster than hay left at on wet ground.
when the ground is wetter than the hay, moisture from the soil is absorbed by the hay above it. Determine topsoil moisture level before cutting. Use a moisture tester or estimate level using the table below.
If ground is wet due to irrigation, wait until soil moisture drops below 45%. If ground is wet due to frequent rains, cut when weather allows and let the forage lie on wet ground until it dries to
the moisture level of the ground. The cut hay will dry no more until the ground under it dries, so consider moving the windrow to drier ground.
ill maintain top quality because
ein is lost for each day hay lies on the ground.
e cut hay is off, the earlier the start for new growth.
windrow as wide and thin as possible makes for the quickest curing. The cured hay should be baled as
ible.
oil Moisture
Level
Wet
Damp
Dry
% Moisture Condition
Over 45% Soil is muddy
25–45% S hows fo
Under 25% Surface is dusty
otprints
4.11.3 Weather and Topography
s much hay as possible by mid day when drying conditions are best.
Cut a
ds sloping south get up to 100% more exposure to the sun’s heat than do north sloping elds. If hay is baled
Fiel
hopped, consider baling the south facing elds and chopping elds facing north.
and c
n relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is low and hay dries slower.
Whe
here is no wind, saturated air becomes trapped around the windrow. Raking or tedding will expose the hay to
If t
sher, less saturated air.
fre
ting hay perpe ndicular to the direction of the prevailing winds is also recommended.
Cut
11.4 Windrow Conguration
4.
It is recommended that a windrow with the following characteristics be produced. Refer to Section 4.7 Header
Operating Variables, page 50 for instructions on adjusting the header.
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Conguration
High and uffy Movement of ai
Consistent formation, not bunchy Permits an even ow of material into the baler, c hopper,
Even distribution of material across windrow
Properly conditioned
Advantage
r through the windrow is more important to
the curing pro
etc. and allows for m ore even drying. Results in ev
and stackin Prevents excessive leaf damage.
cess than is direct sunlight.
en and consistent bales to minimize handling
gproblems.
4.11.5 Driving on Windrow
Driving on set formi
NOTE:
Driving on the wind row in high yielding crops may be unavoidable if a full width windrow is necessary.
previously cut windrows can lengthen drying time by a full day in hay that will not be raked. If practical,
ng shields for a narrower windrow that can be straddled.
4.11.6 Raking and Tedding
Raking o be the re
r tedding speeds up drying, however, benets must be evaluated against additional leaf losses which will sult.
There i damp or
Hay sho
4.11 .
Hay drying agents work by removing wax from legume surfaces, enabling water to escape and evaporate faster. However, treated hay lying on wet ground will also absorb ground moisture faster. Before deciding to use a drying agent, costs and benets relative to your area should be carefully evaluated.
s little or no advantage to raking or tedding if the ground beneath the windrow is dry. Large windrows on
wet ground should be turned over when they reach 40–50% moisture.
uld not be raked or tedded at less than 25% moisture, or excessive yield losses will result.
7 Chemical Drying Agents
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4.12 Levelling the Header

The windrower linkages are factory-set to provide the proper level for the header and should not normally require adjustment.
NOTE:
The oat spri If the header is not level, check the pressure of the windrower’s tires to ensure they are properly inated (refer to
your windrower’s operator’s manual). If the header is still not level, adjust the windrower linkages as required (refer to the appropriate section in the
windrower’s operator’s manual).
ngs are NOT used to level the header.
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4.13 Unplugging Cutterbar

To remove plugged material from the cutterbar, follow these steps.
1. Stop forward movement of machine and disengage header drives.
2. Raise header to prevent it from lling with dirt, and e ngage header drive clutch.
CAUTION
Lowering rotating reel on a plugged cutterbar will damage the reel components.
3. If plug does NOT clear, disengage header drive clutch and raise header fully.
WARNING
Stop engine an could engage t
4. Shut off engine, remove key, and engage park brake.
5. Engage header safety props.
d remove key before removing plugged material from header. A child or even a pet
he drive.
CAUTION
Wear heavy gloves when working around or handling knives.
6. Clean off cutterbar by hand.
NOTE:
If cutterbar plugging persists, refe r to 7 Troubleshooting, page 245.
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4.14 Upper Cross Auger (UCA)

The UCA helps deliver very bulky crops across the header onto the windrow.
Removable beater bars assist in delivering material through the header opening, but if wrapping occurs, the beater bars can be removed.
IMPORTAN T:
The upper cro withacasedr headers. Se
4.14.1 Removing Beater Bars
ss auger drive motor must be equipped
ain kit when used on single draper drive
e your MacDon Dealer for details.
Figure 4.66: Upper Cross Auger
To remove
beater bars, follow these steps.
WARNING
Stop engine and remove key before removing plugged material from header. A child or even a pet could engage the drive.
1. Lower header to ground, shut down engine, and remove key.
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2. Remove bolts (A) securing bars (B) and clamps (C) to auger tubes, and remove bars and clamps.
Figure 4.67: Single Reel Headers
Figure 4.68: Beater Bars
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4.14.2 Installing Beater Bars
OPERATION
To install bea
1. Locate one bea on auger tube a bolt (A) and nu auger rotati
2. Locate remai attach to bea heads MUST fa
3. Position se carriage bo
4. Tighten bol
ter bars, follow these steps.
on.
ning clamp sets on tube and loosely
ter bar with carriage bolts and nuts. Bolt
cond beater bar in clamps and secure with
lts and nuts.
ts.
ter bar (B) with one clamp set (C)
nd loosely secure with carriage
t. Bolt head MUST face direction of
ce direction of auger rotation.
Figure 4.69: Single Reel Headers
Figure
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4.15 Transporting Header

WARNING
Do NOT drive windrower with header attached on a road or highway at night, or in conditions which reduce visibility, such as fog or rain. The width of the header may not be apparent under these conditions.
4.15.1 Transporting Header on Windrower CAUTION
• Check local laws for width regulations and lighting or m arking requirements before transporting on
roads.
• Follow all recommended procedures in your windrower operator’s manual for transporting, towing, etc.
• Disengage header drive clutch when travelling to and from the eld.
• Before driving windrower on a roadway, be sure ashing amber lamps, red tail lamps, and head lamps
are clean and working properly. Pivot amber lamps for best visibility by approaching trafc. Always use these lamps on roads to provide adequate warning to other vehicles.
•DoNOTusefield lamps on roads; they may confuse other drivers.
• Before driving on a roadway, clean slow moving vehicle emblem and reectors. Adjust rear view mirror
and clean windows.
• Lower the reel fully and raise header unless transporting in hills.
• Maintain adequate visibility and be alert for roadside obstructions, oncoming trafc, and bridges.
• When travelling downhill, reduce speed and keep header at a minimum height. This provides maximum
stability if forward motion is stopped for any reason. Raise header completely at bottom of grade to avoid contacting ground.
• Travel speed should be such that complete control and machine stability are maintained at all times.
4.15.2 To
Headers with the Slow Speed Transport/Stabilizer Wheel option can be towed behind a properly congured MacDon windrower or an agricultural tractor. Refer to the windrower operator’s manual for instructions.
wing
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