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Draper Header for M Series
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Unloading and Assembly Instructions (North America)
214464 Revision A
2018 Model Year
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  • Page 1 D1 Series Draper Header for M Series Windrowers Unloading and Assembly Instructions (North America) 214464 Revision A 2018 Model Year Original Instruction The harvesting specialists.
  • Page 2 D1 Series Draper Header for M Series Self-Propelled Windrowers Published: March 2018...
  • Page 3 Introduction This instruction manual describes the unloading, setup, and predelivery requirements for the MacDon D1 Series Draper Header for M Series Self-Propelled Windrowers. To ensure the best performance of this product and the safety of your customers, carefully follow the unload and assembly procedure from the beginning through to completion.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction..............................i Chapter 1: Safety ............................ 1 1.1 Signal Words ............................1 1.2 General Safety.............................2 1.3 Safety Signs ............................4 Chapter 2: Unloading..........................5 2.1 Unloading Header from Trailer ......................5 2.2 Lowering Header ..........................7 2.2.1 Lowering Single-Reel Header.......................7 2.2.2 Lowering Double-Reel Header .....................9 2.3 Removing Shipping Supports......................13 Chapter 3: Assembling the Header ....................
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS 5.5.2 Centering Single Reel........................55 5.6 Adjusting Draper Tension........................56 5.7 Checking and Adjusting Draper Seal ....................58 5.8 Checking and Adjusting Skid Shoe Settings ..................59 5.9 Leveling the Header ...........................60 5.10 Measuring and Adjusting Reel Clearance to Cutterbar ................61 5.10.1 Measuring Reel Clearance.......................61 5.10.2 Adjusting Reel Clearance......................63 5.11 Checking and Adjusting Endshields ....................64...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Safety

    1 Safety 1.1 Signal Words Three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION, are used to alert you to hazardous situations. Signal words are selected using the following guidelines: DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 8: 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 9 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 10: Safety Signs

    Replace safety signs that are missing or become illegible. • If original part on which a safety sign was installed is replaced, be sure repair part also bears current safety sign. • Safety signs are available from your MacDon Dealer. Figure 1.7: Operator’s Manual Decal 214464 Revision A...

  • Page 11: Chapter 2: Unloading

    2 Unloading Perform all procedures in this chapter in the order they are listed. 2.1 Unloading Header from Trailer The following procedure assumes that two headers were shipped on the trailer. CAUTION To avoid injury to bystanders from being struck by machinery, do not allow people to stand in unloading area.
  • Page 12 UNLOADING 3. Approach one of the headers and slide forks (A) underneath the shipping support (B) as far as possible without contacting the shipping support of second header (C). IMPORTANT: Avoid lifting the second header and ensure the forks do not interfere with the shipping frame.

  • Page 13: Lowering Header

    UNLOADING 2.2 Lowering Header The procedure for lowering the header varies depending on whether the header has a single or double reel. Refer to the following: • 2.2.1 Lowering Single-Reel Header, page 7 • 2.2.2 Lowering Double-Reel Header, page 9 2.2.1 Lowering Single-Reel Header Reposition header in preparation for assembly and setup as follows: 1.
  • Page 14 UNLOADING CAUTION Stand clear when lowering, as machine may swing. 4. Back up SLOWLY while lowering forks until header is just above the ground. Refer to the four positions in the illustration. Figure 2.4: Lowering the Header 214464 Revision A...

  • Page 15: Lowering Double-Reel Header

    UNLOADING 5. Place 150 mm (6 in.) blocks (A) under each end and center of cutterbar, and then lower header onto blocks. 6. Remove chain and move lifting vehicle to rear of header. 7. Attach chain to center-link anchor on frame tube and raise rear of header so that stand can be lowered.
  • Page 16 UNLOADING 3. Attach a chain to shipping support (A) at center reel arm. IMPORTANT: Do NOT lift header at this location. This procedure is only for laying the machine over into working position. Figure 2.8: Shipping Support CAUTION Stand clear when lowering, as machine may swing. 214464 Revision A...
  • Page 17 UNLOADING 4. Back up SLOWLY while lowering forks until header is just above the ground. Refer to the four positions in the illustration. Figure 2.9: Lowering the Header 214464 Revision A...
  • Page 18 UNLOADING 5. Place 150 mm (6 in.) blocks (A) under each end and center of cutterbar, and then lower header onto blocks. 6. Remove chain and move lifting vehicle to rear of header. 7. Attach chain to center-link anchor on frame tube and raise rear of header so that stand can be lowered.

  • Page 19: Removing Shipping Supports

    UNLOADING 2.3 Removing Shipping Supports NOTE: Unless otherwise specified, discard all shipping materials and hardware. 1. Cut straps and remove draper header supports (A) from shipping support. Set draper header supports aside for installation. Figure 2.12: Draper Header Supports, and Shipping Supports 2.
  • Page 20 UNLOADING 4. Remove six bolts (A) securing lower support (B) to header legs and remove support. Figure 2.15: Lower Support 5. Remove the four bolts (A) from the shipping stands at both outboard header legs and remove the shipping stands. Figure 2.16: Outer Leg Shipping Supports 6.
  • Page 21 UNLOADING 7. At the left side of the header, cut and remove the wire (A) securing the endshield to the panel. Repeat at the opposite side. 8. Loosen the three nuts (B) securing the shipping support to the endsheet. 9. Slide shipping support (C) backward to remove. 10.

  • Page 23: Chapter 3: Assembling The Header

    3 Assembling the Header Perform all the procedures in this chapter in the order in which they are listed. 3.1 Attaching Reel Lift Cylinders CAUTION Bolts (A) (with tags) on reel arms keep the reel from sliding forward. Ensure fore-aft cylinders are attached before removing bolts.
  • Page 24 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER NOTE: Some parts removed from illustration for clarity. 1. Position sling (A) around the reel tube (B) close to the outboard end of reel and attach sling to a forklift or equivalent lifting device. 2. Remove shipping wire/banding from the reel lift cylinder.
  • Page 25 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 5. Lift reel and remove pins from the endsheet and the reel arm. 6. Align the reel lift cylinder mounting holes until they line up with the lug on endsheet and the hole in the reel arm. 7.
  • Page 26 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 9. For double reel only: a. Position sling (A) around the reel tube near the reel center support arm. b. Lift reel to gain access to the center lift cylinder. c. Remove shipping wire and banding from center reel lift cylinder.
  • Page 27 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 13. Lift reel and remove pins from the endsheet (B) and the reel arm (A). 14. Align the reel lift cylinder mounting holes until they line up with the lug on endsheet and the hole in the reel arm.
  • Page 28 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 17. Double reel only: Remove the remaining bolt (A), disengage center reel arm shipping support (B) from cutterbar, and remove shipping support. Figure 3.13: Center Reel Arm Shipping Support 18. Remove bolts (A) from reel arm support at endsheet and remove support.
  • Page 29 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 19. Remove brace bolts and tags (A) locking the reel fore- aft position at outer reel arms. NOTE: Do NOT use hydraulic pressure to move fore-aft cylinder to aid in removing brace bolts. Cylinder damage may occur. Figure 3.15: Right Reel Arm 1 - Single Reel 2 - Double Reel...
  • Page 30 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 20. Double reel only: Remove the remaining three bolts (A) locking the reel fore-aft position at the center reel arm and remove shipping channel (B). Figure 3.17: Center Reel Arm Shipping Channel (Double-Reel Header Only) 214464 Revision A...

  • Page 31: Attaching Cam Arms

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 3.2 Attaching Cam Arms To attach the reel cam arms, follow these steps: 1. Rotate the reel manually until the tine bars with disconnected cam links are accessible. 2. Remove shipping wire (A) (if not already removed). Figure 3.18: Disconnected Cam Links and Shipping Wire 3.

  • Page 32: Opening Endshields

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 3.3 Opening Endshields 1. Push release lever (A) located on the backside of the endshield to unlock the shield. 2. Pull endshield open using handle depression (B). Figure 3.21: Left Endshield 3. Pull endshield at handle depression (A). Endshield is retained by a hinge tab (B) and will open in direction (C).

  • Page 33: Installing Crop Dividers

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 3.4 Installing Crop Dividers One crop and two rod dividers are stored on the right inboard side of the endsheet; the other crop divider is stored on the left inboard side of the endsheet. 1. Loosen the bolt at location (A) on the lock tab securing the divider rods (B) to the storage bracket (C).
  • Page 34 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 7. Lift forward end of divider up to endsheet and install washer (A) and bolt (B). Figure 3.27: Installing Divider 8. Position divider rod (B) on tip of crop divider as shown and tighten bolt (A). Figure 3.28: Divider Rod on Crop Divider 9.

  • Page 35: Closing Endshields

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 3.5 Closing Endshields 1. Disengage lock (B) to allow endshield to move. 2. Insert front of endshield behind hinge tab (A) and into divider cone. Figure 3.30: Left Endshield 3. Swing endshield in direction (A) into closed position. Engage lock with a firm push.

  • Page 36: Positioning Transport Lights

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 3.6 Positioning Transport Lights Transport lights are located on each of the outboard reel arms. 1. Position lights (A) perpendicular to header. Figure 3.32: Transport Light Perpendicular to Header 214464 Revision A...

  • Page 37: Installing Disc Segments Of Outboard Reel Endshields

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 3.7 Installing Disc Segments of Outboard Reel Endshields To meet the trucking load regulations for the maximum load width and height, two disc segments of the reel endshields (A) may have been removed from the right reel (tail end) and left reel (cam end).

  • Page 38: Installing Options

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 3.8 Installing Options Retrieve the kits supplied as options with the header, and install them according to the instructions supplied with each kit. 214464 Revision A...

  • Page 39: 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 adjusting machine. IMPORTANT: To prevent damage to lift system when lowering header lift linkages without a header or weight box attached to windrower, ensure that float engagement pin is installed in storage location (B) and NOT installed at hole location (A).
  • Page 40 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 41: 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 42 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 43: 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 Windrowers without self-aligning hydraulic center-links.
  • Page 44 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 45 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 46: 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 M155 and M155E4 Windrowers with a hydraulic center-link and optional self-alignment kit installed. WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key before adjusting machine.
  • Page 47 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 8. Install pin (A) through header leg (engaging U-bracket in header leg) and secure using retaining ring. Repeat for opposite side of header. 9. Raise header stand (B) to storage position by pulling pin (C) and lifting stand into uppermost position. Release pin (C) to secure stand in place.

  • Page 48: Connecting Hydraulics

    ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 4.2 Connecting Hydraulics NOTE: Windrowers equipped with D1 Series hydraulics have four header-drive hoses on the left side and up to five reel-drive hoses on the right. Figure 4.24: M Series Hydraulics A - Header-Drive Hydraulics B - Reel-Drive Hydraulics 1.
  • Page 49 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 50 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 51 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 52: Adding Tire Ballast

    ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 4.3 Adding Tire Ballast When using large headers on the windrower, adding fluid ballast to the rear caster tires will improve machine stability. Machine stability is also affected by different attachments, windrower options, terrains, and driving techniques. Ballast capability per tire is at a maximum fill of 75% or when the fluid is level with the valve stem when the stem is positioned at the 12 o’clock position.

  • Page 53: 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 adjusting machine.

  • Page 54: Checking Wheel Bolt Torque

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.2 Checking Wheel Bolt Torque Perform the following procedure to ensure that transport and stabilizer wheel bolts are correctly torqued: 1. Check wheel bolt torque is 110–120 Nm (80–90 lbf·ft) and adjust as necessary. Refer to bolt tightening sequence illustration.

  • Page 55: Checking Knife Drive Box

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.3 Checking Knife Drive Box Single-knife headers have one knife-drive box and double-knife headers have two knife-drive boxes. To access the knife drive box(es), endshield(s) must be fully opened. WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key before making adjustments to machine.
  • Page 56 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS IMPORTANT: The knife drive box breather is shipped in position (A) (forward) to prevent oil loss during transport. The breather MUST be repositioned to location (B) to prevent oil loss during normal operation. Failure to do so can result in damage to the knife drive box.

  • Page 57: Checking And Adjusting Knife Drive Belt Tension

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.4 Checking and Adjusting Knife Drive Belt Tension Proceed to the section that applies to the header’s knife drive configuration: • 5.4.1 Checking and Tensioning Non-Timed Knife Drive Belts, page 51 • 5.4.2 Checking and Tensioning Timed Knife Drive Belts, page 52 •...

  • Page 58: Checking And Tensioning Timed Knife Drive Belts

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.4.2 Checking and Tensioning Timed Knife Drive Belts The procedure for tensioning timed knife drive belts is the same for both sides of the header. The illustrations shown are for the left side—the right side is opposite. WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key before making adjustments to machine.

  • Page 59: Tensioning Timed Knife Drive V-Belts

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 6. After achieving the proper belt tension, tighten the nuts (C) to 73–80 Nm (54–59 lbf·ft). 7. Remove the pry bar (A) and wood (B). NOTE: Readjust the tension of a new belt after a short run-in period (about five hours).

  • Page 60: Centering The Reel

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.5 Centering the Reel 5.5.1 Centering Double Reels WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key before making adjustments to machine. 1. Measure clearances at locations (A) between reels and both endsheets.

  • Page 61: Centering Single Reel

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.5.2 Centering Single Reel WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key before making adjustments to machine. 1. Loosen bolt (A) on the brace (B) at both ends of the reel.

  • Page 62: Adjusting Draper Tension

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.6 Adjusting Draper Tension WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under machine for any reason. 1. Ensure the white indicator bar (A) is at the halfway point in the window.
  • Page 63 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 6. Ensure the idler roller (A) is between the draper guides (B). NOTE: If adjustment is required, tension the drapers just enough to prevent slipping and to keep the draper from sagging below the cutterbar. Figure 5.17: Idler Roller IMPORTANT: Do NOT adjust nut (C).

  • Page 64: Checking And Adjusting Draper Seal

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.7 Checking and Adjusting Draper Seal Maintain the deck height such that the draper runs just below the cutterbar. IMPORTANT: New factory-installed drapers are pressure and heat checked at the factory. The gap between the draper (A) and cutterbar (B) is set to 1–3 mm (1/32–1/8 in.).

  • Page 65: Checking And Adjusting Skid Shoe Settings

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.8 Checking and Adjusting Skid Shoe Settings To check and adjust skid shoes, follow these steps: WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under machine for any reason. DANGER Engage header safety props and reel props before working under header or reel.

  • Page 66: Leveling The Header

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.9 Leveling the Header The windrower linkages are factory-set to provide the proper level for the header and should not normally require adjustment. 1. If the header is not level, check the pressure of the windrower’s tires to ensure they are properly inflated (refer to your windrower operator’s manual).

  • Page 67: Measuring And Adjusting Reel Clearance To Cutterbar

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.10 Measuring and Adjusting Reel Clearance to Cutterbar The minimum clearance between the reel fingers and the cutterbar ensures that the reel fingers do not contact the cutterbar during operation. The clearance is set at the factory, but some adjustment may be necessary before operation.
  • Page 68 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5. Measure the clearance (X) at all possible points of contact (between points [B] and [C] at the ends of each reel [A]) as shown in Figures 5.27, page 62 5.28, page NOTE: The reel is factory-set to provide more clearance at the center of the reel than at the ends (frown) to compensate for reel flexing.

  • Page 69: Adjusting Reel Clearance

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.10.2 Adjusting Reel Clearance DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason. 1. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.

  • Page 70: Checking And Adjusting Endshields

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.11 Checking and Adjusting Endshields Endshields are subject to expansion or contraction caused by large temperature variations. The position of the top pin and lower latch can be adjusted to compensate for dimensional changes. Checking the endshield: 1.
  • Page 71 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 3. Pull endshield at handle depression (A). Endshield is retained by a hinge tab (B) and will open in direction (C). Figure 5.33: Left Endshield 4. Pull the endshield free of hinge tab (A) if additional clearance is required, and swing shield towards the rear of the header.
  • Page 72 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 2. Loosen the three bolts (A) on latch assembly (B). 3. Adjust latch assembly (B) to achieve the desired gap between the front end of shield and header frame. Refer to Table 5.3, page 64 for recommended endshield gap at various temperatures.
  • Page 73 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 3. Swing endshield in direction (A) into closed position. Engage lock with a firm push. 4. Verify that endshield is locked. Figure 5.39: Left Endshield 214464 Revision A...

  • Page 74: Lubricating The Header

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.12 Lubricating the Header Table 5.4 Recommended Lubricant Specification Description High temperature, extreme pressure (EP2) performance As required unless SAE multipurpose with 1% max molybdenum disulphide (NLGI Grade 2) otherwise specified lithium base High temperature, extreme pressure (EP) performance with SAE multipurpose 10% max molybdenum disulphide (NLGI Grade 2) Driveline slip-joints...

  • Page 75: Lubrication Points

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS Figure 5.41: Double-Knife Header Grease Point Layout Decal 5.12.2 Lubrication Points Knifehead IMPORTANT: Overgreasing can cause the knife to bend and make contact with the guards closest to the knifehead. Check for signs of excessive heating on first few guards after greasing.

  • Page 76: Checking Manuals

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.13 Checking Manuals Check manual case contents. The manual case is located inside the left endshield. 1. Open the left endshield. Remove the cable tie on the manual case (A). 2. Close case and endshield. Figure 5.43: Manual Case 214464 Revision A...

  • Page 77: Chapter 6: Running Up The Header

    6 Running up the Header To run up the header, follow these steps: CAUTION Clear the area of other persons, pets etc. Keep children away from machinery. Walk around the machine to be sure no one is under, on, or close to it. CAUTION Before investigating an unusual sound or attempting to correct a problem, shut off engine, engage parking brake, and remove key.
  • Page 78 RUNNING UP THE HEADER 1. Stop engine and remove the key. 2. Check guards for signs of heating during run-up due to insufficient clearance between guard and knife. 3. If heating is evident, check gap between knifehead (A) and pitman arm (B). A business card should slide easily through the gap.

  • Page 79: 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 80 REFERENCE Table 7.2 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 7.2: Bolt Grades 10-1.5 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0...

  • Page 81: Metric Bolt Specifications Bolting Into Cast Aluminum

    REFERENCE Table 7.4 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 7.4: Bolt Grades 10-1.5 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0 20-2.5...

  • Page 82: O-Ring Boss (Orb) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable)

    REFERENCE 7.1.3 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable) 1. Inspect O-ring (A) and seat (B) for dirt or obvious defects. 2. Back off lock nut (C) as far as possible. Ensure that washer (D) is loose and is pushed toward lock nut (C) as far as possible.
  • Page 83 REFERENCE Table 7.6 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 84: O-Ring Boss (Orb) Hydraulic Fittings (Non-Adjustable)

    REFERENCE 7.1.4 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Non-Adjustable) 1. Inspect O-ring (A) and seat (B) for dirt or obvious defects. 2. Check that O-ring (A) is NOT on threads and adjust if necessary. 3. Apply hydraulic system oil to O-ring. 4.

  • Page 85: O-Ring Face Seal (Orfs) Hydraulic Fittings

    REFERENCE 7.1.5 O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) Hydraulic Fittings 1. Check components to ensure that sealing surfaces and fitting threads are free of burrs, nicks, scratches, or any foreign material. Figure 7.9: Hydraulic Fitting 2. Apply hydraulic system oil to O-ring (B). 3.

  • Page 86: Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings

    REFERENCE Table 7.8 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 7.1.6 Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings Assemble pipe fittings as follows: 1.

  • Page 87: Lifting Equipment Requirements

    REFERENCE 7.2 Lifting Equipment Requirements The following topic describes the minimum equipment requirements for lifting headers. CAUTION To avoid injury to bystanders from being struck by machinery, do not allow people to stand in unloading area. CAUTION Equipment used for loading and unloading must meet or exceed the minimum specified requirements. Using inadequate equipment may result in vehicle tipping, machine damage, or chain breakage.

  • Page 88: Conversion Chart

    REFERENCE 7.3 Conversion Chart Table 7.11 Conversion Chart SI Units (Metric) US Customary Units (Standard) Factor Quantity Unit Name Abbreviation Unit Name Abbreviation acre acres Area hectare x 2.4710 = US gallons per minute gpm Flow liters per minute L/min x 0.2642 = Force Newton...

  • Page 89: Definitions

    Center-link A hydraulic cylinder link between header and machine used to change header angle CGVW Combined gross vehicle weight MacDon D115, D120, D125, D130, D135, or D140 rigid draper headers for M Series D1 SP Series header Windrower FFFT Flats from finger tight...
  • Page 90 REFERENCE Term Definition Axial load placed on a bolt or screw, usually measured in Newtons (N) or Tension pounds (lb.) TFFT Turns from finger tight The product of a force X lever arm length, usually measured in Newton-meters (Nm) Torque or foot-pounds (lbf∙ft) A tightening procedure where fitting is assembled to a precondition (finger tight) and Torque angle...

  • Page 91: 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 .12 Predelivery Checklist for D1 Series Draper Headers – North America ü ü Item Reference Check for shipping damage or missing parts.
  • Page 92 REFERENCE Table .12 Predelivery Checklist for D1 Series Draper Headers – North America (continued) ü ü Item Reference — Check if lights are functional. — Check if reel lift cylinders extend fully. — Check if reel moves fully fore and aft.
  • Page 94 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 103 Somerton, Victoria, Australia Australia 3061 t.+61 3 8301 1911 f.+61 3 8301 1912 MacDon Brasil Agribusiness Ltda.

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