MacDon Double Windrow Attachment User Manual

FOREWORD

This manual contains safety information, set-up instructions, operating instructions, and maintenance procedures, for the Model MT8 Header Transporter. Your new MT8 Header Transporter allows you to transport MD draper headers (combine or windrower) with the M Series Windrower, truck, or combine (three-axle only). The Transporter can be towed at highway speeds.

CAREFULLY READ ALL THE MATERIAL PROVIDED BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO UNLOAD, ASSEMBLE, OR USE THE MACHINE.

Use this manual as your first source of information about the Transporter. If you follow the instructions given in this manual, your Transporter will work well for many years. Use this manual in conjunction with your M Series Self-Propelled Windrower and D Series Draper Header manuals.

Use the Table of Contents to guide you to specific areas. Review the Table of Contents to familiarize yourself with how the material is organized.

Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners. Call your dealer if you need assistance, information, or additional copies of this manual.

RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER OF THE TRANSPORTER IN THE SPACE BELOW.

_______________________________

Serial Number plate is located on the right side of the main beam near the front of the Transporter.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION G ................................................GENERAL INFORMATION

SECTION UA ................................................. SETUP INSTRUCTIONS

SECTION OM .................................................OPERATOR’S MANUAL

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SECTION G – GENERAL INFORMATION

Section Contents

ITEM DESCRIPTION PAGE G-

SAFETY .........................................................................................................................................................1

1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL ......................................................................................................................1

1.2 SIGNAL WORDS .....................................................................................................................................1

1.3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................................................2

2 RECOMMENDED TORQUES.......................................................................................................................5

2.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................................5

2.2 SAE BOLTS .............................................................................................................................................5

2.3 METRIC BOLTS.......................................................................................................................................5

3 ENGLISH/METRIC EQUIVALENTS..............................................................................................................6

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1 SAFETY

1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages in this manual and on safety signs on the machine.

This symbol means:

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Carefully read and follow the safety message accompanying this symbol.

1.2 SIGNAL WORDS

Note the use of the signal words DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION with safety messages. The appropriate signal word for each message 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 potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. It is also used to alert against unsafe practices.

CAUTION

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It is also used as a reminder of good safety practices.

WHY IS SAFETY IMPORTANT TO YOU?

ACCIDENTS DISABLE AND KILL ACCIDENTS COST ACCIDENTS CAN BE AVOIDED

1.3 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.

1.3.1 Safety Sign Installation

a. Be sure the installation area is clean and dry. b. Decide on the exact location before you remove

the decal backing paper.

c. Remove the smaller portion of the split backing

paper.

d. Place the sign in position and slowly peel back

the remaining paper, smoothing the sign as it is applied.

e. Small air pockets can be smoothed out or

pricked with a pin.

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1.3.2 Safety Sign Locations

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1.4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

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

Protect yourself.

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

• Keep young children away from machinery at all times.

• Be aware that accidents often happen when the operator is tired or in a hurry to get finished. Take the time to consider the safest way. Never ignore warning signs of fatigue.

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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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:

o a hard hat. o protective shoes with slip resistant soles. o protective glasses or goggles. o heavy gloves. o wet weather gear. o respirator or filter mask. o hearing protection. Be aware that

prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing. Wearing a suitable hearing protective device such as ear muffs (A) or ear plugs (B) protects against objectionable or loud noises.

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

• Replace any caution, warning, danger, or instructional safety decal that is unreadable or is missing. See paragraph for location of decals.

• Do not modify the machine. Unauthorized modifications may impair the function and/or safety and affect machine life.

• Do not allow persons to operate or assemble this unit until they have developed a thorough understanding of safety precautions and how it works.

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• 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.

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

• Use adequate light for the job at hand.

• Keep machinery clean. 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 flammable.

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

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2 RECOMMENDED TORQUES

2.1 GENERAL

The tables shown below give correct torque values for various bolts and capscrews.

• Tighten all bolts to the torques specified in chart unless otherwise noted throughout this manual.

• Check tightness of bolts periodically, using bolt torque chart as a guide.

• Replace hardware with the same strength bolt.

• Torque figures are valid for non-greased or non-oiled threads and heads unless otherwise specified. Do not grease or oil bolts or capscrews unless specified in this manual. When using locking elements, increase torque values by 5%.

2.2 SAE BOLTS

NC BOLT TORQUE *

BOLT

DIA. "A"

1/4" 9 12 11 15

5/16" 18 24 25

3/8" 32 43 41

7/16" 50 68 70 95

1/2" 75 102 105 142

9/16" 110 149 149 202

5/8" 150 203 200 271 3/4" 265 359 365 495 7/8" 420 569 600 813

1" 640 867 890 1205

* Torque categories for bolts and capscrews are identified by

their head markings.

SAE 5 SAE 8

lbf-ft N·m lbf-ft N·m

34 56

2.3 METRIC BOLTS

NC BOLT TORQUE *

BOLT

DIA. "A"

M3 0.4 0.5 1.3 1.8 M4 2.2 3 3.3 4.5 M5 4 6 7 9 M6 7 10 11 15

M8 18 25 26 35 M10 37 50 52 70 M12 66 90 92 125 M14 103 140 148 200 M16 166 225 229 310 M20 321 435 450 610 M24 553 750 774 1050 M30 1103 1495 1550 2100 M36 1917 2600 2710 3675

* Torque categories for bolts and capscrews are identified by

their head markings.

8.8 10.9

lbf-ft N·m lbf-ft N·m

10.9

8.8

SAE-8

SAE-5

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3 ENGLISH/METRIC

EQUIVALENTS

ENGLISH FACTOR SI UNITS (METRIC)

acres x 0.4047 = hectares (ha) ft/min x 0.3048 = meters/min (m/min)

ft/s x 0.3048 = meters/sec (m/s) gal

(US)

gal/min

(gpm)

hp x 0.7457 = kilowatts (kW)

in.3 x 16.3871

lbf x 4.4482 = Newtons (N)

lbf-ft or

ft-lb

lbf-in.

or in-lbf

mph x 1.6063 = kilometers/hour (km/h)

oz. x 29.5735 = milliliters (ml)

pint

(US)

psi x 6.8948 = kilopascals (kPa) psi x 0.00689 = megapascals (MPa).

qt. (US) x 0.9464 = liters (L)

x 3.7854 = liters (L)

x 3.7854 = liters/min (L/min)

= cubic centimeters (cm or cc)

x 1.3558 = Newton meters (N·m)

x 0.1129 = Newton meters (N·m)

x 0.4732 = liters (L)

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Section Contents

ITEM DESCRIPTION PAGE UA-

STEP 1.

STEP 2. CONFIGURE THE TRANSPORTER ..............................................................................................2

STEP 3. SET UP COMBINE HITCH – THREE-AXLE ONLY ........................................................................8

STEP 4. PRE-DELIVERY CHECK ................................................................................................................9

STEP 5. LUBRICATE THE TRANSPORTER................................................................................................9

UNLOAD TRANSPORTER .............................................................................................................1

A. ONE-AXLE..................................................................................................................................2

B. TWO-AXLE .................................................................................................................................3

C. THREE-AXLE..............................................................................................................................4

D. TRANSPORTER ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES.....................................................................5

I. CUTTERBAR SUPPORTS ....................................................................................................5

II. MOVING REAR AXLES.........................................................................................................5

III. ADJUSTING AXLE SPACING – TWO & THREE AXLE........................................................6

IV. BUMPER................................................................................................................................7

V. FRONT AND REAR SUPPORTS – TWO & THREE AXLE...................................................7

A. TIRE PRESSURE .......................................................................................................................9

B. WHEEL BOLT TORQUE ............................................................................................................9

C. LIGHTS.......................................................................................................................................9

D. BRAKES......................................................................................................................................9

E. BREAKAWAY SWITCH ..............................................................................................................9

F. MANUALS...................................................................................................................................9

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STEP 1. UNLOAD TRANSPORTER

CAUTION

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

CAUTION

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

g. Check for shipping damage and missing parts.

LIFTING VEHICLE

Min. Lifting

Capacity *

Min. Fork Length

* At 48 inches (1220 mm) from back end of forks.

IMPORTANT

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

5000 lb. (2270 kg)

60 inches (1524 mm)

CAUTION

Never use the axle or any portion of the suspension to lift or support the transporter. This will damage the axle and lead to premature failure.

a. Remove hauler's tie down straps and chains. b. Attach sling(s) to transporter. Locate slings on

transporter to ensure it is lifted evenly.

CAUTION

If transporter is not supported properly, it will have a tendency to rotate as it is lifted, and may cause serious injury, or damage adjacent equipment.

c. Approach transporter with forklift or equivalent

from either side of hauling equipment. Attach slings to lifting device with chains.

d. Lift transporter off trailer bed and back up until

unit clears trailer. Slowly lower to 6 inches (150

mm) from ground. e. Take to storage or set-up area. f. Set transporter down securely on level ground.

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STEP 2. CONFIGURE THE

TRANSPORTER

The transporter must be set up to carry a specific size and type of header. Refer to applicable section for each model of transporter.

A. ONE-AXLE

The one-axle transporter is designed to carry D Series 25 ft, and 30 ft windrower headers using a truck or an M Series windrower tractor. Determine the header that the transporter will carry and set up the transporter in accordance with the following table: Refer to paragraph D, TRANSPORTER ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES for instructions.

IMPORTANT The one-axle transporter is not designed to carry a 30 ft combine header. Do not exceed 5400 lb (2452 kg) header weight. Ensure attachments and header weight conform.

D SERIES

HEADER SIZE

25’ 30’

A B C

181.8 (4618)

162.1 (4118)

DIMENSION inches (mm)

423.1 (10747) 4.84 (123)

B C

NOTE

Dimensions “A” and “B

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B. TWO-AXLE

The two-axle transporter is designed to carry D Series and FD Series 25 ft, 30 ft, 35 ft, and 40 ft windrower and combine headers using a truck or an M Series windrower tractor. Determine the header that the transporter will carry and set up the transporter in accordance with the following table. Refer to paragraph D, TRANSPORTER ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES for instructions.

HEADER DIMENSION inches (mm)

SIZE

25’ D

30’

35’

40’

MODEL A B C D E F G

Support

92.0

(2338)

86.7

(2202)

78.4

(1922)

82.8

(2102)

78.8

(2002)

226.9

(5763)

203.1

(5160)

189.2

(4806)

228.7

(5808)

203.3

(5163)

229.3

(5823)

229.8

(5836)

393.4

(9992 0

393.4

(9992)

393.4

(9992 0

385.5

(9792)

367.8

(9343)

393.4

(9992 0

378.3

(9610)

31.5

(800)

31.5

(800)

31.5

(800)

39.4

(1000)

39.4

(1000)

31.5

(800)

31.5

(800)

Support

30.2

(768)

9.33

(237)

40.8

(1037)

60.5

(1537)

5.67

(144)

15.0

(380)

6.6

(168)

56.9

(1445)

43.9

(1114)

100.0

(2540)

100.4

(2549)

Support

38.4

(976)

Support

NOTE

Dimensions “A”, “B”, “C”, “D”, “E”, & “H” are to forward edge of bolts.

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C. THREE-AXLE

The three-axle transporter is designed to carry D Series and FD Series 25 ft, 30 ft, 35 ft, 40 ft, and 45 ft windrower and combine headers using either a truck, a M Series windrower tractor, or a combine. Determine the header that the transporter will carry and set up the transporter in accordance with the following table. Refer to paragraph D, TRANSPORTER ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES, for adjustment instructions.

HEADER DIMENSION inches (mm)

SIZE MODEL A B C D E F G H J

25’ D

30’

35’

40’

45’

Support

19.5

(495)

19.5

(495)

19.5

(495)

19.5

(495)

19.5

(495)

Support

2402

Support

191.5

(4863)

187.5

(4763)

189.2

(4805)

140.3

(3563)

138.3

(3513)

167.8

(4263)

167.8

(4263)

191.5

(4852)

385.5

(9792)

382.1

(9705)

393.4

(9992)

297.1

(7547)

302.9

(7693)

341.3

(8670)

318.1

(8080)

385.5

(9792)

Support

47.1

(1197)

49.1

(1247)

Support

31.5

(800)

31.5

(800)

31.5

(800)

39.4

(1000)

39.4

(1000)

31.5

(800)

31.5

(800)

31.5

(800)

Support

943

Support

5.2

(133)

5.2

(133)

5.2

(133)

5.2

(133)

5.2

(133)

37.8

(960)

37.8

(960)

91.4

(2322)

Support

1.9 (48)

63.1

(1602)

NOTE

Dimensions “A”

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“B”, “C”, “D”, “E”, “F”, “G”, & “J” are to forward edge of bolts.

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D. TRANSPORTER ADJUSTMENT

PROCEDURES

I. CUTTERBAR SUPPORTS

II. MOVING REAR AXLES

Two & Three Axle Transporter Only

a. Loosen four lower bolts (A) on each axle

support.

a. Loosen four nuts on each support. b. Slide both supports to specified location (see

previous page).

NOTE

Supports are joined by a tie angle and move together to maintain correct spacing.

c. Re-tighten nuts. Ensure supports are evenly

clamped onto main beam.

b. Loosen two bolts (B) on each axle support

topside. c. Loosen outer nuts on both adjuster rods (C). d. Turn inner nuts on both adjuster rods (C) so that

left and right frames separate approximately 3

mm from main beam. e. Slide tandem axle assembly to desired location.

Holes are provided on adjuster plate for

attaching a winch or come-along.

NOTE

Ensure winch pulls adjuster plate straight to avoid binding.

f. Tighten inner nuts on adjuster rods (C) against

adjuster plate. g. Retighten all nuts and bolts. Ensure supports

are evenly clamped onto main beam.

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III. ADJUSTING AXLE SPACING – TWO &

THREE AXLE

a. Loosen four bolts (D) on underside of axle to be

moved.

f. Remove the four bolts (H) on both sides of rear

axle mount (J).

b. Loosen two bolts (E) on topside of forward axle. c. Loosen outer nuts on the forward axle adjuster

rod (F).

d. Turn inner nuts on adjuster rod (F) so that left

and right frames separate slightly from main beam.

e. Remove adjuster rod (G) on rear axle.

g. Slide axle to new location and line up rear axle

mounting holes (K).

h. Re-install four bolts removed at step e. on both

sides of rear axle mount and tighten.

i. Re-install adjuster rod (G) in adjuster plate and

tighten.

j. Tighten all remaining nuts.

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