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MacDon D65 Assembly Instruction Manual

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Draper Header for Windrowers
Unloading and Assembly Instruction (North America)
214328 Revision A
2018 Model Year
Original Instruction
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  • Page 1 Draper Header for Windrowers Unloading and Assembly Instruction (North America) 214328 Revision A 2018 Model Year Original Instruction The harvesting specialists.
  • Page 2 D65 Draper Header for Windrowers Published: June 2017...
  • Page 3 Introduction This instruction manual describes the unloading, setup, and predelivery requirements for the MacDon D65 Draper Header for Windrowers. To ensure your customers receive the best performance and safety from this product, carefully follow the unload and assembly procedure from the beginning through to completion.
  • Page 4 214328 Revision A...
  • Page 5 List of Revisions The following list provides an account of major changes from the previous version of this document. Location Summary of Change Removed images of reel shipping brace bolts and tags from beginning of topic; intended for export 3.1 Attaching Reel Lift Cylinders, page 17 version only.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction..............................i List of Revisions ............................iii Chapter 1: Safety ............................ 1 1.1 Signal Words ............................1 1.2 General Safety.............................2 1.3 Safety Signs ............................4 Chapter 2: Unloading Header ......................5 2.1 Unloading Header from Trailer ......................5 2.2 Lowering Header ..........................7 2.2.1 Lowering Single-Reel Header.......................7 2.2.2 Lowering Double-Reel Header .....................9 2.3 Removing Shipping Supports......................13...
  • Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS 5.6 Checking and Adjusting Timed Double-Knife Drive Belt Tension ............55 5.7 Checking and Adjusting Knife Hold-Downs ..................57 5.7.1 Checking Pointed Guard Hold-Downs..................57 Adjusting Pointed Guard Hold-Downs ..................58 Adjusting Hold-Down at Double-Knife Center Pointed Guard ............58 5.7.2 Checking Stub Guard Hold-Downs .....................59 Adjusting Stub Guard Hold-Downs.....................60 5.8 Centering Reel...........................62 5.9 Measuring and Adjusting Reel Clearance to Cutterbar ................64...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1: Safety

    1 Safety 1.1 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 potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 10: General Safety

    SAFETY 1.2 General Safety CAUTION The following are general farm safety precautions that should be part of your operating procedure for all types of machinery. Protect yourself. • When assembling, operating, and servicing machinery, wear all protective clothing and personal safety devices that could be necessary for job at hand.
  • Page 11 SAFETY • Wear close-fitting clothing and cover long hair. Never wear dangling items such as scarves or bracelets. • Keep all shields in place. NEVER alter or remove safety equipment. Make sure driveline guards can rotate independently of shaft and can telescope freely. •...

  • Page 12: Safety Signs

    Replace safety signs that are missing or become illegible. • If original parts on which a safety sign was installed are replaced, be sure repair part also bears current safety sign. • Safety signs are available from your MacDon Dealer. Figure 1.7: Operator’s Manual Decal 214328 Revision A...

  • Page 13: Chapter 2: Unloading Header

    2 Unloading Header Perform all procedures in the order they are listed. 2.1 Unloading Header from Trailer The following procedure applies when two headers are shipped on a trailer. CAUTION To avoid injury to bystanders from being struck by machinery, do NOT allow people to stand in unloading area.
  • Page 14 UNLOADING HEADER 3. Approach header and line up forks (A) with fork slider channels (B) under adapter frame. 4. Approach header and slide forks (A) underneath shipping support (B) as far as possible without contacting shipping support of opposite header (C). 5.

  • Page 15: Lowering Header

    UNLOADING HEADER 2.2 Lowering Header The procedure for lowering header varies depending on whether header has a single or double reel. Refer to the following: • 2.2.1 Lowering Single-Reel Header, page 7 • 2.2.2 Lowering Double-Reel Header, page 9 2.2.1 Lowering Single-Reel Header Reposition header in preparation for assembly and setup as follows: 1.
  • Page 16 UNLOADING HEADER CAUTION Stand clear when lowering, as machine may swing. 4. Back up SLOWLY while lowering forks until header is just above ground. Refer to the four positions in the illustration. Figure 2.5: Lowering Header 214328 Revision A...

  • Page 17: Lowering Double-Reel Header

    UNLOADING HEADER 5. Place 150 mm (6 in.) blocks (A) under each end and center of cutterbar. Lower header onto blocks. 6. Remove chain and move lifting vehicle to rear of header. 7. Attach chain to center-link anchor on frame tube and raise rear of header so that stand can be lowered.
  • Page 18 UNLOADING HEADER 3. Attach a chain to shipping support (A) at center of header. IMPORTANT: Do NOT lift header at this location. This procedure is only for laying machine over into working position. Figure 2.9: Double Reel Shipping Support 214328 Revision A...
  • Page 19 UNLOADING HEADER CAUTION Stand clear when lowering, as machine may swing. 4. Back up SLOWLY while lowering forks until header is just above ground. Refer to the four positions in the illustration. Figure 2.10: Lowering Header 214328 Revision A...
  • Page 20 UNLOADING HEADER 5. Place 150 mm (6 in.) blocks (A) under each end and center of cutterbar. Lower header onto blocks. 6. Remove chain and move lifting vehicle to rear of header. 7. Attach chain to center-link anchor on frame tube and raise rear of header so that stand can be lowered.

  • Page 21: Removing Shipping Supports

    UNLOADING HEADER 2.3 Removing Shipping Supports NOTE: Unless otherwise specified, discard all shipping materials and hardware. 1. Cut straps and remove header boots (A) from shipping support. Set boots aside for reinstallation. Figure 2.13: Straps, Header Boots, and Shipping Supports 2.
  • Page 22 UNLOADING HEADER 4. Remove six bolts (A) securing lower support (B) to header legs, and remove support. Figure 2.16: Lower Support 5. 15-, 20-, and 25-foot: Remove two bolts (A) from top of shipping stand (B). 6. 15-, 20-, and 25-foot: Remove one remaining bolt (A) from bottom of stand.
  • Page 23 UNLOADING HEADER 9. Remove reel anti-rotation brace (A) from between reel and endsheet. Figure 2.19: Anti-Rotation Brace 214328 Revision A...

  • Page 25: Chapter 3: Assembling Header

    3 Assembling Header Perform all procedures in the order they are listed. 3.1 Attaching Reel Lift Cylinders Unless otherwise stated, the following procedure applies to single- and double-reel headers. 1. Remove two top bolts (A) on outboard reel arm supports. Repeat for opposite side. Figure 3.1: Reel Outboard Support Arm 2.
  • Page 26 ASSEMBLING HEADER 3. Position sling (A) around reel tube (B) close to outboard end of reel, and attach sling to a forklift (or equivalent). 4. Remove shipping wire/banding from reel lift cylinder. Figure 3.3: Right End Reel Lift 5. Lift reel, and remove pins from endsheet and reel arm. 6.
  • Page 27 ASSEMBLING HEADER 8. Double reel: Position sling (A) around reel tube near reel center support arm. Raise lifting device to relieve load on shipping supports. Figure 3.5: Lifting Double Reel 9. Double reel: Lift reel to gain access to center lift cylinder.
  • Page 28 ASSEMBLING HEADER 18. Lift reel and remove pins from endsheet and reel arm. 19. Align reel lift cylinder mounting holes until they line up with lug on endsheet and hole in reel arm. 20. Secure cylinder to endsheet and reel arm with clevis pins (A) and (B) as shown.
  • Page 29 ASSEMBLING HEADER 22. Remove bolts (A) from reel arm support at endsheet, and remove support. Repeat at other side. Figure 3.10: Reel Outboard Arm Support 214328 Revision A...
  • Page 30 ASSEMBLING HEADER 23. Remove brace bolts (A) and tags locking reel fore-aft position at outer reel arms. IMPORTANT: To prevent damaging fore-aft cylinders or structure, do NOT use fore-aft cylinders to assist with removing bolts. Figure 3.11: Reel Right Arm Top Image - Single Reel Bottom Image - Double Reel Figure 3.12: Reel Left Arm...
  • Page 31 ASSEMBLING HEADER 24. Double reel: Remove remaining three bolts (A) locking reel fore-aft position at center reel arm, and remove shipping channel (B). Figure 3.13: Reel Center Arm Shipping Channel (Double-Reel Header) 214328 Revision A...

  • Page 32: Attaching Cam Arms

    ASSEMBLING HEADER 3.2 Attaching Cam Arms To attach reel cam arms, follow these steps: 1. Rotate reel manually to access the tine tube cranks (A) that are not connected to cam links. 2. Remove shipping wires one row at a time. NOTE: To prevent reel cams from rotating over center, remove shipping wires one row at a time.

  • Page 33: Opening Endshield

    ASSEMBLING HEADER 3.3 Opening Endshield 1. Remove lynch pin (A) and tool (B) from pin (C) at top rear of endshield. Figure 3.17: Left Endshield 2. Use tool (B) to unlock latch (A) at lower rear corner of endshield. 3. Lift endshield at aft end to clear pin at top rear of endshield.

  • Page 34: Removing Crop Dividers From Storage

    ASSEMBLING HEADER 3.4 Removing Crop Dividers from Storage Crop dividers are shipped attached to inboard side of endsheets. To remove crop dividers, follow these steps: 1. Open endshields. Refer to 3.3 Opening Endshield, page 2. Support crop divider and remove shipping wire at front end (A).

  • Page 35: Installing Crop Dividers With Latch Option

    ASSEMBLING HEADER 3.5 Installing Crop Dividers with Latch Option 1. If not already open, open endshields. Refer to Opening Endshield, page 2. Position crop divider as shown by inserting lugs (A) into holes in endsheet. 3. Lift forward end of divider until pin (B) engages and closes latch (C).

  • Page 36: Installing Crop Dividers Without Latch Option

    ASSEMBLING HEADER 3.6 Installing Crop Dividers without Latch Option NOTE: If crop divider latch option was ordered with header, proceed to 3.5 Installing Crop Dividers with Latch Option, page 27. Otherwise, complete the following procedure: 1. If not already open, open endshields. Refer to Opening Endshield, page 2.

  • Page 37: Closing Endshield

    ASSEMBLING HEADER 3.7 Closing Endshield 1. Maintain forward pressure and swing the rear of the endshield towards the header. 2. Lift the endshield and engage pin (A) located on the top of the endsheet frame with the hole in endshield (B). Figure 3.26: Left Endshield 3.

  • Page 38: Installing Crop Divider Rods

    ASSEMBLING HEADER 3.8 Installing Crop Divider Rods 1. Remove divider rods from shipping location on header endsheet. 2. Position crop divider rod (B) on tip of crop divider as shown, and tighten bolt (A). 3. Repeat procedure at opposite end of header. Figure 3.29: Divider Rod on Crop Divider 214328 Revision A...

  • Page 39: Positioning Transport Lights

    ASSEMBLING HEADER 3.9 Positioning Transport Lights Transport lights are located on each outboard reel arm. 1. Position light (A) perpendicular to header. Light arm should move with normal hand force yet maintain its position. If not, proceed to next step. 2.

  • Page 40: Installing Options

    ASSEMBLING HEADER 3.10 Installing Options Retrieve kits supplied as options with header and install them according to instructions supplied with each kit. 214328 Revision A...

  • Page 41: Adding Tire Ballast

    ASSEMBLING HEADER 3.11 Adding Tire Ballast When using large headers on windrower, adding fluid ballast to rear caster tires will improve machine stability. Machine stability is also affected by different attachments, windrower options, terrains, and driving techniques. Ballast capability per tire is at a maximum fill of 75% or when fluid is level with valve stem when stem is positioned at 12 o’clock position.

  • Page 43: Chapter 4: Attaching Header To Windrower

    4 Attaching Header to Windrower WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key before making adjustments to machine. IMPORTANT: To prevent damage to lift system when lowering header lift linkages without a header or weight box attached to windrower, ensure that float engagement pin is installed in storage location (B) and NOT installed at hole location (A).
  • Page 44 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 2. Position boot (B) on lift linkage (A) and reinstall clevis pin (C). Pin may be installed from either side of boot. 3. Secure clevis pin (C) with hairpin (D). 4. Repeat for opposite lift linkage. Figure 4.3: Header Boot 5.

  • Page 45: Connecting Center-Link

    ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 7. Drive windrower forward slowly so that boots (A) enter header legs (B). Continue to drive slowly forward until linkages contact support plates in lower header legs and header nudges forward. 8. Check that linkages are properly engaged in header legs, contacting support plates.
  • Page 46 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER CAUTION Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. 5. Start engine. 6. Raise header fully with HEADER UP switch (A) on ground speed lever (GSL). 7. Stop engine and remove key. Figure 4.8: Ground Speed Lever (GSL) 8.

  • Page 47: Hydraulic Link Without Self-Alignment Kit

    ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER CAUTION Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. 13. Start engine and activate HEADER DOWN switch (A) on GSL to lower header fully. 14. Stop engine and remove key. Figure 4.11: GSL 4.1.2 Hydraulic Link without Self-Alignment Kit The following connection procedure applies to M155E4, M200, and M205 windrowers with non-self aligning hydraulic center-links.
  • Page 48 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER CAUTION Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. 3. Start engine and activate HEADER TILT switches on ground speed lever (GSL) to extend or retract center- link cylinder so that hook lines-up with header attachment pin.
  • Page 49 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 11. Install pin (A) through header leg (engaging U-bracket in header leg). Repeat for opposite side of header. 12. Raise header stand (B) to storage position by pulling pin (C) and lifting stand into uppermost position. Release pin (C) to secure stand in place.

  • Page 50: Hydraulic Link With Optional Self-Alignment Kit

    ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 4.1.3 Hydraulic Link with Optional Self-Alignment Kit The following connection procedure applies to M150, M155, M155E4, M200, and M205 windrowers with a hydraulic center-link and optional self-alignment kit installed. WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key before making adjustments to machine.
  • Page 51 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 8. Install pin (A) through header leg (engaging U-bracket in header leg). Repeat for opposite side of header. 9. Raise header stand (B) to storage position by pulling pin (C) and lifting stand into uppermost position. Release pin (C) to secure stand in place.

  • Page 52: Connecting Hydraulics

    ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 4.2 Connecting Hydraulics M150, M200, and M205 windrowers may not come equipped with D Series header and reel hydraulics as shown below. NOTE: Windrowers equipped with D Series hydraulics have four header-drive hoses on the left side and up to five reel- drive hoses on the right.
  • Page 53 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER Connect header-drive hydraulics and electrical harness to header as follows: 2. Check connectors and clean if required. 3. Disengage and rotate lever (C) counterclockwise to fully-up position. 4. Remove cap securing electrical connector (B) to frame. 5.
  • Page 54 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 11. Check that hose support is positioned so that top bolt (A) is midway in slot, and lower bolt (B) is in forward hole. Loosen bolts and adjust as required. Figure 4.28: Hose Support Connect reel-drive hydraulics (A) as follows: 12.
  • Page 55 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 13. Open cover (A) on header receptacle. 14. Push in lock button (B) and pull handle (C) to half- open position. Figure 4.30: Header Receptacle 15. Remove hose bundle with multicoupler (A) from windrower and position onto header receptacle. 16.

  • Page 57: Chapter 5: Performing Predelivery Checks

    5 Performing Predelivery Checks This machine has been set at the factory and should not require further adjustments; however, the following checks will ensure your machine provides maximum performance. If adjustments are necessary, follow the procedures in this chapter. WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key before making adjustments to machine.
  • Page 58 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS Figure 5.2: Outer Skid Shoe 214328 Revision A...

  • Page 59: Checking Transport/Stabilizer Tire Pressure

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.2 Checking Transport/Stabilizer Tire Pressure Check tire inflation pressure. If necessary, adjust pressure according to following table: Table 5.1 Tire Inflation Pressure Size Load Range Pressure 448 kPa (65 psi) ST205/75 R15 552 kPa (80 psi) IMPORTANT: Do NOT exceed maximum pressure specified on tire sidewall.

  • Page 60: Checking Wheel Bolt Torque

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.3 Checking Wheel Bolt Torque Perform following procedure to ensure that transport and stabilizer wheel bolts are correctly torqued: 1. Check wheel bolt torque is 110–120 Nm (80–90 lbf·ft). Refer to bolt tightening sequence illustration at right. Figure 5.3: Bolt Tightening Sequence 214328 Revision A...

  • Page 61: Checking Knife Drive Box

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.4 Checking Knife Drive Box 1. Fully open endshield(s) for access to knife drive box. Refer to 3.3 Opening Endshield, page Figure 5.4: Left Endshield Open IMPORTANT: The knife drive box breather is shipped in position (A) (forward) to prevent oil loss during transport.

  • Page 62: Checking And Adjusting Non-Timed Knife Drive Belt Tension

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.5 Checking and Adjusting Non-Timed Knife Drive Belt Tension This procedure applies to single- and double-knife headers with non-timed knife drives. 1. Shut down windrower and remove key from ignition. 2. Open endshield(s). Refer to 3.3 Opening Endshield, page NOTE: The knife drive is identical on both sides of the header...

  • Page 63: Checking And Adjusting Timed Double-Knife Drive Belt Tension

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.6 Checking and Adjusting Timed Double-Knife Drive Belt Tension This procedure applies to double-knife drive headers with timed knife drives. Use this procedure at each end of header. 1. Open endshield(s). Refer to 3.3 Opening Endshield, page 2.
  • Page 64 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 4. Insert a long punch (or equivalent) into hole (A) in idler bracket. 5. Pry downward until a force of 27 N (6 lbf) deflects timing belt 13 mm (1/2 in.) at midspan as per 2, page Figure 5.10: Tensioning Belt 6.

  • Page 65: Checking And Adjusting Knife Hold-Downs

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.7 Checking and Adjusting Knife Hold-Downs NOTE: Align guards prior to checking and adjusting hold-downs. Refer to 6.1.1 Adjusting Knife and Guards, page Refer to following procedures: • 5.7.1 Checking Pointed Guard Hold-Downs, page 57 • 5.7.2 Checking Stub Guard Hold-Downs, page 59 5.7.1 Checking Pointed Guard Hold-Downs This procedure is applicable to headers with pointed guards.

  • Page 66: Adjusting Pointed Guard Hold-Downs

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS Adjusting Pointed Guard Hold-Downs This procedure is applicable to formed sheet metal hold-downs. Do NOT use this procedure for hold-down at center guard position where knives overlap on double-knife headers. For center guard, refer to Adjusting Hold-Down at Double-Knife Center Pointed Guard, page WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key...

  • Page 67: Checking Stub Guard Hold-Downs

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.7.2 Checking Stub Guard Hold-Downs This procedure is applicable to single- and double-knife headers with stub guards. WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key before making adjustments to machine. Measure clearance between hold-downs and knife sections as follows: 1.

  • Page 68: Adjusting Stub Guard Hold-Downs

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5. Double-knife center stub guard: Manually stroke knife to locate sections under hold-down (B). 6. Measure clearance between knife sections (A) and (C) with a feeler gauge. The clearance should be as follows: • At hold-down tip (E): 0.1–0.4 mm (0.004–0.016 in.) •...
  • Page 69 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS Figure 5.20: Double-Knife Center Stub Guard Sheet metal hold-down: 9. Manually stroke knife to center section (A) under hold- down (B) as shown. 10. Decrease clearance by turning bolt (C) clockwise to lower front of hold-down. Clearance should be 0.1–0.6 mm (0.004–0.024 in.).

  • Page 70: Centering Reel

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.8 Centering Reel WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key before making adjustments to machine. 1. Start engine and set cutterbar height at approximately 150 mm (6 in.) above ground. 2.
  • Page 71 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS Double-reel headers: 9. Loosen bolts (A) on braces (B) at center support arm. 10. Move forward end of reel support arm (C) laterally as required to center reel. 11. Tighten bolts (A) and torque to 359 Nm (265 lbf·ft). Figure 5.24: Double-Reel Center Support Arm 214328 Revision A...

  • Page 72: Measuring And Adjusting Reel Clearance To Cutterbar

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.9 Measuring and Adjusting Reel Clearance to Cutterbar The minimum clearance between reel fingers and cutterbar ensures that reel fingers do not contact cutterbar during operation. The clearance is set at the factory, but some adjustment may be necessary before operation or if there is evidence of contact during operation.

  • Page 73: Measuring Reel Clearance

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 2. Turn the latch pin (A) counterclockwise using a 3/4 in. wrench to release the cam disc. 3. Use the wrench on bolt (B) to rotate the cam disc and align the latch pin (A) with the desired cam disc hole position (C) (1 to 4).
  • Page 74 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5. Measure clearance at ends of each reel at locations (A). NOTE: The reel is factory-set to provide more clearance at center of reel than at ends to compensate for reel flexing. Figure 5.29: Single-Reel Header Figure 5.30: Double-Reel Header 6.

  • Page 75: Adjusting Reel Clearance

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.9.3 Adjusting Reel Clearance Perform this procedure with reel at mid-point of fore-aft range and fully lowered. DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason. 1.

  • Page 76: Checking And Adjusting Draper Tension

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.10 Checking and Adjusting Draper Tension WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under machine for any reason. The drapers are tensioned at the factory and should not require adjustment.
  • Page 77 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 3. Check that draper guide (rubber track on underside of draper) is properly engaged in groove (A) of drive roller. Figure 5.35: Drive Roller 4. Check that idler roller (A) is between guides (B). Figure 5.36: Idler Roller – Typical Both Ends of Roller 214328 Revision A...
  • Page 78 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS IMPORTANT: Do NOT adjust nut (C). This nut is used for draper alignment only. 5. If draper is too tight, turn adjuster bolt (A) counterclockwise to loosen draper. The white indicator bar (B) will move outboard in direction of arrow (D) to indicate that draper is loosening.

  • Page 79: Checking Draper Seal

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.11 Checking Draper Seal WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key before making adjustments to machine. 1. Lower header to working position. Stop engine, and remove key from ignition. 2.
  • Page 80 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS Table 5.3 Deck Support Locations Approximate Location of Support from Drive Roller (mm [in.]) Header Size – – – 15-ft. (F) 354 (13-15/16) 994 (39-1/8) – – – 20-ft. (F) 354 (13-15/16) 1662 (65-7/16) – – 354 (13-15/16) 1392 (54-13/16) 2427 (95-9/16) 25-ft.

  • Page 81: Leveling Header

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.12 Leveling Header The windrower linkages are factory-set to provide the proper level for the header and should not normally require adjustment. 1. If header is not level, check pressure of windrower’s tires to ensure they are properly inflated (refer to your windrower’s operator’s manual).

  • Page 82: Checking And Adjusting Endshields

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.13 Checking and Adjusting Endshields Plastic endshields are subject to expansion or contraction caused by large temperature variations. The position of top pin and lower catch can be adjusted to compensate for dimensional changes. 1. Check gap (X) between front end of shields and header frame and compare to values in Table 5.4, page Table 5.4 Endshield Gap at Various Temperatures...

  • Page 83: Lubricating Header

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.14 Lubricating Header 5.14.1 Greasing Procedure Greasing points are marked on machine by decals showing a grease gun and grease interval in hours of operation. Master grease point location decals are provided on header. DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason.
  • Page 84 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS Figure 5.43: Lubrication Points A - Reel Shaft Right Bearing (1 Place) B - Reel Center Bearing (1 Place - Double Reel) C - Reel Universal (1 Place - Double Reel) D - Reel Shaft Left Bearing (1 Place) 214328 Revision A...
  • Page 85 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS IMPORTANT: The U-joint has an extended lubrication cross and bearing kit. Stop greasing when greasing becomes difficult, or if U-joint stops taking grease. OVER-GREASING WILL DAMAGE THE U-JOINT. Six to eight pumps is sufficient at first grease (factory). 214328 Revision A...
  • Page 86 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS Figure 5.44: Upper Cross Auger and Double-Knife Timed Drive A - Upper Cross Auger U-Joint B - Upper Cross Auger Bearing C - Upper Cross Auger (1 Place) D - Knife Drive Bearing (Both Sides) E - Knife Drive Shaft (Both Sides) 15 Pumps Min. 214328 Revision A...
  • Page 87 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS Figure 5.45: Slow Speed Transport / Stabilizer Wheels B - Rear Wheel Axle 3 A - Rear Wheel Axle C - Wheel Bearings (4 Places) D - Front Wheel Pivot (1 Place) E - Frame/Wheel Pivot (1 Place - Both Sides) 3.

  • Page 88: Checking Manuals

    1. Open left endshield and remove cable tie on manual case. Figure 5.46: Manual Case 2. Confirm that case contains following manuals: • D65 Draper Header for Self-Propelled Windrowers Operator’s Manual • D65 Draper Header for Self-Propelled Windrowers Quick Card •...

  • Page 89: Chapter 6: Running Up Header

    6 Running up Header CAUTION Clear the area of other persons, pets, etc. Keep children away from machinery. Walk around the machine to be sure no one is under, on, or close to it. CAUTION Before investigating an unusual sound or attempting to correct a problem, shut off engine, engage parking brake, and remove key.

  • Page 90: Performing Post Run-Up Adjustments

    RUNNING UP HEADER 3. Run header for an additional 10 minutes at operating speed, watching and listening FROM THE OPERATOR’S SEAT for binding or interfering parts. 4. Have someone check rpm of knife drive box pulley (A) with a hand-held tachometer. Figure 6.2: Knife Drive Box 5.
  • Page 91 RUNNING UP HEADER 1. Stop engine and remove key. 2. Check guards for signs of heating during run-up due to insufficient clearance between guard and knife. 3. If heating is evident, check gap between knifehead (A) and pitman arm (B). A business card should slide easily through gap.

  • Page 93: Chapter 7: Reference

    7 Reference 7.1 Torque Specifications The following tables provide correct torque values for various bolts, cap screws, and hydraulic fittings. • Tighten all bolts to torque values specified in charts (unless otherwise noted throughout this manual). • Replace hardware with same strength and grade of bolt. •...
  • Page 94 REFERENCE Table 7.2 SAE Grade 5 Bolt and Grade F Distorted Thread Nut Torque (lbf·ft) Torque (Nm) Nominal (*lbf·in) Size (A) Min. Max. Min. Max. 1/4-20 5/16-18 16.7 18.5 *149 *164 3/8-16 7/16-14 1/2-13 9/16-12 Figure 7.2: Bolt Grades 5/8-11 A - Nominal Size B - SAE-8 C - SAE-5...

  • Page 95: Metric Bolt Specifications

    REFERENCE Table 7.4 SAE Grade 8 Bolt and Grade 8 Free Spinning Nut Torque (lbf·ft) Torque (Nm) Nominal (*lbf·in) Size (A) Min. Max. Min. Max. 1/4-20 16.8 18.6 *150 *165 5/16-18 3/8-16 7/16-14 1/2-13 9/16-12 Figure 7.4: Bolt Grades 5/8-11 A - Nominal Size B - SAE-8 C - SAE-5...
  • Page 96 REFERENCE Table 7.6 Metric Class 8.8 Bolts and Class 9 Distorted Thread Nut Torque (lbf·ft) Torque (Nm) Nominal (*lbf·in) Size (A) Min. Max. Min. Max. 3-0.5 3.5-0.6 4-0.7 5-0.8 6-1.0 8-1.25 18.8 20.8 *167 *185 Figure 7.6: Bolt Grades 10-1.5 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0...

  • Page 97: Metric Bolt Specifications Bolting Into Cast Aluminum

    REFERENCE Table 7.8 Metric Class 10.9 Bolts and Class 10 Distorted Thread Nut Torque (lbf·ft) Torque (Nm) Nominal (*lbf·in) Size (A) Min. Max. Min. Max. 3-0.5 3.5-0.6 4-0.7 5-0.8 6-1.0 10.7 11.8 *105 8-1.25 Figure 7.8: Bolt Grades 10-1.5 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0 20-2.5...

  • Page 98: Flare-Type Hydraulic Fittings

    REFERENCE 7.1.4 Flare-Type Hydraulic Fittings 1. Check flare (A) and flare seat (B) for defects that might cause leakage. 2. Align tube (C) with fitting (D) and thread nut (E) onto fitting without lubrication until contact has been made between flared surfaces. 3.

  • Page 99: O-Ring Boss (Orb) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable)

    REFERENCE 7.1.5 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable) 1. Inspect O-ring (A) and seat (B) for dirt or obvious defects. 2. Back off lock nut (C) as far as possible. Ensure that washer (D) is loose and is pushed toward lock nut (C) as far as possible.
  • Page 100 REFERENCE Table 7.11 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable) Torque Value SAE Dash Size Thread Size (in.) lbf·ft (*lbf·in) 5/16–24 6–7 *53–62 3/8–24 12–13 *106–115 7/16–20 19–21 14–15 1/2–20 21–33 15–24 9/16–18 26–29 19–21 3/4–16 46–50 34–37 7/8–14 75–82 55–60 1-1/16–12 120–132 88–97...

  • Page 101: O-Ring Boss (Orb) Hydraulic Fittings (Non-Adjustable)

    REFERENCE 7.1.6 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Non-Adjustable) 1. Inspect O-ring (A) and seat (B) for dirt or obvious defects. 2. Check that O-ring (A) is NOT on threads and adjust if necessary. 3. Apply hydraulic system oil to O-ring. 4.

  • Page 102: O-Ring Face Seal (Orfs) Hydraulic Fittings

    REFERENCE 7.1.7 O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) Hydraulic Fittings 1. Check components to ensure that sealing surfaces and fitting threads are free of burrs, nicks, scratches, or any foreign material. Figure 7.14: Hydraulic Fitting 2. Apply hydraulic system oil to O-ring (B). 3.

  • Page 103: Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings

    REFERENCE Table 7.13 O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) Hydraulic Fittings (continued) Torque Value SAE Dash Size Thread Size (in.) Tube O.D. (in.) lbf·ft – – Note 1-7/16 150–165 111–122 1-11/16 1-1/4 205–226 151–167 1–2 1-1/2 315–347 232–256 2-1/2 510–561 376–414 7.1.8 Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings Assemble pipe fittings as follows: 1.

  • Page 104: Conversion Chart

    REFERENCE 7.2 Conversion Chart Table 7.15 Conversion Chart SI Units (Metric) Inch-Pound Units (Imperial) Factor Quantity Unit Name Abbreviation Unit Name Abbreviation acres acres Area hectares x 2.4710 = US gallons per minute gpm Flow liters per minute L/min x 0.2642 = Force Newtons x 0.2248 =...

  • Page 105: Definitions

    Joint Industrial Council: A standards body that developed standard sizing and shape for original 37° flared fitting M Series windrower MacDon M100, M105, M150, M155, M155E4, M200, and M205 windrowers Not applicable An internally threaded fastener that is designed to be paired with a bolt National Pipe Thread: A style of fitting used for low pressure port openings.
  • Page 106 REFERENCE Term Definition Self-Propelled (SP) Self-propelled machine consisting of a power unit with a header Windrower A joint made with use of a fastener where joining materials are compressible or Soft joint experience relaxation over a period of time Truck A four-wheel highway/road vehicle weighing no less than 3400 kg (7500 lb.) Axial load placed on a bolt or screw, usually measured in Newtons (N) or Tension...

  • Page 107: Predelivery Checklist

    CAUTION Carefully follow the instructions given. Be alert for safety related messages that bring your attention to hazards and unsafe practices. Header Serial Number: Table .16 D65 Predelivery Checklist – North America ü ü Item Reference Check for shipping damage or missing parts. Be sure all —...
  • Page 108 REFERENCE Table .16 D65 Predelivery Checklist – North America (continued) ü ü Item Reference 6 Running up Header, page 81 Run-up procedure Check hydraulic hose and wiring harness routing for — clearance when raising or lowering header and reel. Check knife drive pulley(s) is rotating in proper direction: —...
  • Page 110 10708 N. Pomona Avenue Kansas City, Missouri United States 64153-1924 t. (816) 891-7313 f. (816) 891-7323 MacDon Australia Pty. Ltd. A.C.N. 079 393 721 P.O. Box 243, Suite 3, 143 Main Street Greensborough, Victoria, Australia 3088 t. 03 9432 9982 f.

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