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  • Page 1 D1X and D1XL Series Draper Header Unloading and Assembly Instructions (North America) 214778 Revision A Original Instruction The harvesting specialists.
  • Page 2 D1XL Draper Header for Self-Propelled Windrowers Published: September 2018...
  • Page 3 Introduction This instruction manual describes the unloading, setup, and predelivery requirements for the MacDon D1X and D1XL Series Draper Headers for 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 4 List of Revisions Summary of Change Refer To Updated illustrations to include outer leg shipping supports on 4.6–7.6 m (15–25 ft.) headers as well as 9.1–12.2 m (30– 2.3 Removing Shipping Supports, page 13 40 ft.) headers. Included information regarding installing hose management 3.1 Installing the Hydraulic Hose Management Arm, page arm on 4.6 m (15 ft.) D1X headers.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ..............................i List of Revisions............................ii 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 ......................
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS 5.7 Checking and Adjusting Draper Seal ......................61 5.8 Checking and Adjusting Skid Shoe Settings ....................63 5.9 Leveling the Header ..........................64 5.10 Measuring and Adjusting Reel Clearance to Cutterbar ................65 5.10.1 Measuring Reel Clearance......................65 5.10.2 Adjusting Reel Clearance ......................

  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Safety

    Chapter 1: Safety 1.1 Signal Words Three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION, are used to alert you to hazardous situations. Two signal words, IMPORTANT and NOTE identify non-safety related information. 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.

  • 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

    • If original part on which a safety sign was installed is replaced, be sure the repair part displays the current safety sign. • Safety signs are available from your MacDon Dealer. Figure 1.7: Operator’s Manual Decal 214778 Revision A...

  • Page 11: Chapter 2: Unloading

    Chapter 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. CAUTION Equipment used for unloading must meet or exceed the requirements specified below.
  • 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 10 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 214778 Revision A...
  • Page 15 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: Lowering Double-Reel Header

    UNLOADING 2.2.2 Lowering Double-Reel Header Reposition header in preparation for assembly and setup as follows: 1. Choose an area with level ground. 2. Drive lifting vehicle to approach header from its underside. Figure 2.7: Underside of Header 3. Attach a chain to shipping support (A) at center reel arm. IMPORTANT: Do NOT lift header at this location.
  • Page 17 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 2.9: Lowering the Header 214778 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 Support –...
  • Page 21 UNLOADING 6. Remove reel anti-rotation brace (A) from between reel and endsheet. Figure 2.18: Anti-Rotation Brace 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.

  • Page 23: Chapter 3: Attaching Header To Windrower

    Chapter 3: Attaching Header to Windrower Perform all the procedures in this chapter in the order in which they are listed. 3.1 Installing the Hydraulic Hose Management Arm The hydraulic hose management arm should be properly installed from shipping position to working position. Lifting equipment is required to complete this task;...
  • Page 24 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER NOTE: Hydraulic hoses were removed from the illustrations in this procedure for clarity. 3. Position a sling (A) between the gas spring cylinder (B) and secure around the support arm (C). NOTE: Illustration shows hydraulic hose management arm in shipping position for a 7.6–10.6 m (25–35 ft.) header.
  • Page 25 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 8. 4.6 m (15 ft.) and 6.1 m (20 ft.) Headers: With the sling attached to the lifting device and supporting the hose management arm (A), remove the two bolts and nuts (B) securing the hose management arm to outboard shipping support (C).
  • Page 26 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 11. 12.2–13.7 m (40–45 ft.) Headers: With the sling attached to the lifting device and supporting the hose management arm, cut and remove the wire (A) that secures the hose management arm to channel latch on top of header frame tube.
  • Page 27 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 13. Secure the plate support (A) to the frame channel (B) using the four bolts and nuts previously removed. 14. Remove sling from the hose management arm. Figure 3.10: Hose Management Arm Plate Support 15. 7.6–10.6 m (25–35 ft.) Headers: Remove the two bolts (A) and shipping support (B) from the coupler holder (C).

  • Page 28: Attaching Draper Header Supports

    ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 3.2 Attaching Draper Header Supports WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat for any reason. 1.

  • Page 29: Connecting Center-Link

    ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 3.3 Connecting Center-Link WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat for any reason. 1. Stop the engine and remove the key. 2.
  • Page 30 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 5. In the windrower cab, press scroll knob (A) on HPT to display the QuickMenu system. 6. Rotate scroll knob (A) to highlight the HEADER FLOAT symbol (B), and press scroll knob to select. Figure 3.18: HPT Display 7.
  • Page 31 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 9. Drive the windrower slowly forward until the draper header supports (A) enter the header legs (B). Continue driving slowly forward until lift linkages contact the support plates in the header legs and the header nudges forward. 10.
  • Page 32 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 12. Hydraulic Center-Link without Self-Alignment: Press HEADER TILT UP or HEADER TILT DOWN cylinder switches on the GSL to extend or retract center-link cylinder until the hook is aligned with the header attachment pin. b. Stop the engine and remove the key. Push down on rod end of link cylinder (B) until hook engages and locks onto header pin.
  • Page 33 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 16. Install pin (B) through the header leg (engaging U-bracket in draper header support) on both sides and secure with a hairpin (A). 17. Raise header stand (D) to storage position by pulling spring pin (C) and lifting stand into uppermost position. Release spring pin.

  • Page 34: Connecting Hydraulics

    ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 3.4 Connecting Hydraulics IMPORTANT: To prevent contamination of the hydraulic system, use a clean rag to remove dirt and moisture from all (fixed and movable) hydraulic couplers. 1. Move arm (A) toward left cab-forward side of windrower. 2.
  • Page 35 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 6. Retrieve draper drive and reel control multicoupler (A) from hose management arm. 7. Push knob (B) on hydraulic receptacle and pull handle (C) fully away from windrower. 8. Open cover (D) and position coupler onto receptacle. Align pins in coupler with slots in handle (C) and push handle toward windrower so that coupler locks onto receptacle and knob (B) snaps out.
  • Page 36 ATTACHING HEADER TO WINDROWER 16. Ensure hydraulic hose routing is as straight as possible and avoids potential rub/wear points. Figure 3.35: Hydraulic Multicouplers and Hose Routing 214778 Revision A...

  • Page 37: Chapter 4: Assembling The Header

    Chapter 4: Assembling the Header Perform all the procedures in this chapter in the order in which they are listed. 4.1 Positioning Transport Lights Transport lights are located on each outboard reel arm. They are shipped in an inverted position on the inboard sides of the reel arms.
  • Page 38 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 3. Remove lock nut (A) holding left light assembly (B) to reel arm and remove light assembly. Retain lock nut. Figure 4.3: Left Light Assembly in Shipping Position 4. Position the left light assembly (B) perpendicular to left reel arm and attach using retained lock nut (A).

  • Page 39: Attaching Reel Lift Cylinders

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 4.2 Attaching Reel Lift Cylinders CAUTION Bolts (A) (with tags) on reel arms keep the reel from sliding forward. Ensure fore-aft cylinders are attached before removing bolts. Figure 4.5: Right Reel Arm 1 - Single Reel 2 - Double Reel Figure 4.6: Left Reel Arm 214778 Revision A...
  • Page 40 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. 1008126 Figure 4.7: Reel Tube 3.
  • Page 41 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 42 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 9. For double reel only: Position sling (A) around the reel tube near the reel center support arm. b. Lift reel to gain access to the center lift cylinder. Remove shipping wire and banding from center reel lift cylinder.
  • Page 43 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. 15.
  • Page 44 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 4.17: Center Reel Arm Shipping Support 18. Remove bolts (A) from reel arm support at endsheet and remove support.
  • Page 45 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 4.19: Right Reel Arm 1 - Single Reel 2 - Double Reel Figure 4.20: Left Reel Arm...
  • Page 46 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 4.21: Center Reel Arm Shipping Channel – Double-Reel Only 214778 Revision A...

  • Page 47: Installing Disc Segments Of Outboard Reel Endshields

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 4.3 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 48: Attaching Cam Arms

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 4.4 Attaching Cam Arms To attach the reel cam arms, follow these steps: NOTE: On nine-bat reel headers, one cam arm assembly was removed and secured to the tine tube for shipping purposes. 1. Nine-bat reel headers: Remove shipping wire (A) and foam, and remove cam arm assembly (B) from the tine tube.
  • Page 49 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 5. Remove bag of hardware (A) from tine bar. It contains hardware for cam links and endshields. Figure 4.28: Hardware Bag Right Reel 6. Rotate tine bar crank (A) and position link (B) so attachment holes in bar crank are aligned with hole in link. 7.

  • Page 50: Installing Crop Dividers

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 4.5 Installing Crop Dividers One crop and two divider rods 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 51 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 7. Lift forward end of divider up to endsheet and install washer (A) and bolt (B). Figure 4.33: Installing Divider 8. Position divider rod (B) on tip of crop divider as shown and tighten bolt (A). Figure 4.34: Divider Rod on Crop Divider 9.

  • Page 52: Installing Options

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 4.6 Installing Options Retrieve the kits supplied as options with the header, and install them according to the instructions supplied with each kit. 214778 Revision A...

  • Page 53: Adding Ballast

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 4.7 Adding Ballast M1 Series windrowers use counterweight kits to add ballast. The counterweights are used to improve a windrower’s balance while operating with a header. Each kit comes with eight counterweights totaling 163 kg (360 lb.) and required hardware.
  • Page 54 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER Table 4.1 Available Ballast Kits for Different Header Types and Configurations (continued) Initial Rear Additional Rear Header Type Description Header Configuration Ballast Kit Ballast Kits 13.7 m (45 ft.) double reel, D145XL Transport double knife, untimed Transport, 13.7 m (45 ft.) double reel, D145XL Upper cross auger,...

  • Page 55: Chapter 5: Performing Predelivery Checks

    Chapter 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 56: 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 57: 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 58 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 59: 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, page 53 • 5.4.2 Tensioning Timed Knife Drive Belts, page 54 • 5.4.3 Tensioning Timed Knife Drive V-Belts, page 56 Single-knife headers have one knife-drive belt and double-knife headers have two knife-drive belts.

  • Page 60: Tensioning Timed Knife Drive Belts

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.4.2 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. IMPORTANT: To prolong belt and drive life, do NOT overtighten belt. IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the adjuster bolt at the drive pulley to adjust timing belt tension.
  • Page 61 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 4. Tighten nuts (A) on idler pulleys (B) to 217 Nm (160 lbf·ft). Figure 5.9: Left Knife Drive 5. Tighten jam nut (A) to prevent loosening of the adjuster bolt (B). Figure 5.10: Left Knife Drive 6. Ensure there is a clearance of 2.5–3.5 mm (1/8 in.) between the lower belt (A) and lower guide (B).

  • Page 62: Tensioning Timed Knife Drive V-Belts

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.4.3 Tensioning Timed Knife Drive V-Belts 1. Loosen the two bolts (A). 2. Turn drawbolt (B) clockwise to tighten or counterclockwise to loosen belts (C) tension. NOTE: Tension is checked at midspan of the belts. The belts should deflect 4 mm (5/32 in.) with 52–77 N (12–17 lbf) of force applied to each belt.

  • Page 63: Centering The Reel

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.5 Centering the Reel Refer to the topic for header type: • 5.5.1 Centering Double Reels, page 57 • 5.5.2 Centering Single Reel, page 58 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 adjusting machine.

  • Page 64: 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 adjusting machine. 1. Measure the clearance at locations (A) between the reel and endsheets. The clearances should be the same if the reel is centered.

  • Page 65: 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 66 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS IMPORTANT: Do NOT adjust nut (C). This nut is used for draper alignment only. 7. To loosen draper tension, turn adjuster bolt (A) counterclockwise. The white indicator bar (B) will move outboard in the direction of arrow (D) to indicate that the draper is loosening.

  • Page 67: 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 68 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 4. Loosen two lock nuts (A) a half-turn on deck support (B). NOTE: Deck shown with draper removed. 5. Tap deck (C) to lower deck relative to supports and achieve the recommended setting. Tap support (B) using a punch to raise deck relative to supports.

  • Page 69: 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.

  • Page 70: 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 71: 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. The finger to guard/cutterbar clearances with reels fully lowered are shown in Table 5.2, page Table 5.2 Finger to Guard/Cutterbar Clearance...
  • Page 72 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 Figure 5.30, page 66 5.31, 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 73: 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 74: 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 75 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 5.36: 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 76 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 the shield and the header frame. Refer to Table 5.3, page 68 for the recommended endshield gap at various temperatures.
  • Page 77 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 5.42: Left Endshield 214778 Revision A...

  • Page 78: Lubricating The Header

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

  • Page 79: Lubrication Points

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 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. If required, relieve some pressure by removing the grease fitting. •...
  • Page 80 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS IMPORTANT: The reel U-joint (C) has an extended lubrication cross and bearing kit. Stop greasing when greasing becomes difficult or if U-joint stops taking grease. OVERGREASING WILL DAMAGE U-JOINT. Six to eight pumps is sufficient at first grease (factory).

  • Page 81: Checking Manuals

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 5.13 Checking Manuals Check the manual case contents. The manual case is located inside the left endshield. 1. Open the left endshield. Remove the cable tie on manual case (A). 2. Confirm that the case contains the following manuals: •...

  • Page 83: Chapter 6: Running Up The Header

    Chapter 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 85: Chapter 7: Performing Post Run-Up Adjustments

    Chapter 7: Performing Post Run-Up Adjustments Stop engine and perform post run-up check as listed on the Predelivery Checklist (yellow sheet attached to this instruction Predelivery Checklist, page 99) to ensure machine is field-ready. WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key before adjusting machine.
  • Page 86 PERFORMING POST RUN-UP ADJUSTMENTS 5. Adjust guard tips downward by positioning tool as shown, and pushing down. Figure 7.3: Straightening Tool – Downward Adjustment 214778 Revision A...

  • Page 87: Chapter 8: Reference

    Chapter 8: Reference 8.1 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 88 REFERENCE Table 8.2 SAE Grade 5 Bolt and Grade F Distorted Thread Nut Torque (Nm) Torque (lbf·ft) (*lbf·in) Nominal Size (A) Max. Max. Min. Min. 1/4-20 16.7 18.5 5/16-18 *149 *164 3/8-16 7/16-14 1/2-13 9/16-12 5/8-11 Figure 8.2: Bolt Grades 3/4-10 A - Nominal Size B - SAE-8...

  • Page 89: Metric Bolt Specifications

    REFERENCE Table 8.4 SAE Grade 8 Bolt and Grade 8 Free Spinning Nut Torque (Nm) Torque (lbf·ft) (*lbf·in) Nominal Size (A) Max. Max. Min. Min. 16.8 18.6 *150 *165 1/4-20 5/16-18 3/8-16 7/16-14 1/2-13 9/16-12 5/8-11 Figure 8.4: Bolt Grades 3/4-10 A - Nominal Size B - SAE-8...
  • Page 90 REFERENCE Table 8.6 Metric Class 8.8 Bolts and Class 9 Distorted Thread Nut Torque (lbf·ft) (*lbf·in) Torque (Nm) Nominal Size (A) Max. Max. Min. Min. 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 10-1.5 Figure 8.6: Bolt Grades 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0...

  • Page 91: Metric Bolt Specifications Bolting Into Cast Aluminum

    REFERENCE Table 8.8 Metric Class 10.9 Bolts and Class 10 Distorted Thread Nut Torque (lbf·ft) (*lbf·in) Torque (Nm) Nominal Size (A) Max. Max. Min. Min. 3-0.5 3.5-0.6 4-0.7 5-0.8 6-1.0 10.7 11.8 *105 8-1.25 10-1.5 Figure 8.8: Bolt Grades 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0 20-2.5...

  • Page 92: Flare-Type Hydraulic Fittings

    REFERENCE 8.1.4 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.

  • Page 93: O-Ring Boss (Orb) Hydraulic Fittings - Adjustable

    REFERENCE 8.1.5 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 94 REFERENCE Table 8.11 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 95: O-Ring Boss (Orb) Hydraulic Fittings - Non-Adjustable

    REFERENCE 8.1.6 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 96: O-Ring Face Seal (Orfs) Hydraulic Fittings

    REFERENCE 8.1.7 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 8.14: Hydraulic Fitting 2. Apply hydraulic system oil to O-ring (B). 3.
  • Page 97 REFERENCE Table 8.13 O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) Hydraulic Fittings Torque Value SAE Dash Size Thread Size (in.) Tube O.D. (in.) lbf·ft – – Note 3/16 25–28 18–21 9/16 – – Note 5/16 40–44 29–32 11/16 55–61 41–45 13/16 80–88 59–65 115–127 85–94 1-3/16...

  • Page 98: Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings

    REFERENCE 8.1.8 Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings Assemble pipe fittings as follows: 1. Check components to ensure that fitting and port threads are free of burrs, nicks and scratches, or any form of contamination. 2. Apply pipe thread sealant (paste type) to external pipe threads. 3.

  • Page 99: Lifting Equipment Requirements

    REFERENCE 8.2 Lifting Equipment Requirements The following topic describes the minimum equipment requirements for lifting headers. WARNING 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 100: Conversion Chart

    REFERENCE 8.3 Conversion Chart Table 8.17 Conversion Chart Quantity SI Units (Metric) Factor US Customary Units (Standard) Unit Name Unit Name Abbreviation Abbreviation acre acres Area hectare x 2.4710 = Flow liters per minute x 0.2642 = US gallons per minute L/min Force Newton...

  • Page 101: Definitions

    A hydraulic cylinder link between header and machine used to change header angle CGVW Combined gross vehicle weight D1X Series header MacDon D115X, D120X, and D125X rigid draper headers for M1 Series Windrowers MacDon D130XL, D135XL, D140XL, and D145XL rigid draper headers for M1 Series D1XL Series header Windrowers...
  • Page 102 REFERENCE Term Definition Not applicable North American header Header configuration typical in North America National Pipe Thread: A style of fitting used for low-pressure port openings. Threads on NPT fittings are uniquely tapered for an interference fit An internally threaded fastener that is designed to be paired with a bolt O-ring boss: A style of fitting commonly used in port openings on manifolds, pumps, and motors O-ring face seal: A style of fitting commonly used for connecting hoses and tubes.
  • Page 103 REFERENCE Term Definition Windrower Power unit of a self-propelled header Wide open throttle 214778 Revision A...

  • Page 105: Predelivery Checklist

    Predelivery Checklist Perform these checks prior to delivery to your Customer. Adjustments are normally not required as the machine is factory-assembled and adjusted. If adjustments are required, refer to the appropriate page number in this manual. The completed Checklist should be retained by either the Operator or the Dealer. CAUTION Carefully follow the instructions given.
  • Page 106 REFERENCE Table .18 Predelivery Checklist for D1X and D1 XL Series Draper Headers – North America (continued) ü ü Item Reference 7 Performing Post Run-Up Adjustments, page 79 Post run-up check. Stop engine. 5.4 Checking and Adjusting Knife Drive Belt Tension, Check belt drives for heated bearings.
  • Page 108 MacDon Industries Ltd. MacDon Brasil Agribusiness Ltda. 680 Moray Street Rua Grã Nicco, 113, sala 404, B. 04 Winnipeg, Manitoba Mossunguê, Curitiba, Paraná Canada R3J 3S3 CEP 81200-200 Brasil t. (204) 885-5590 f. (204) 832-7749 t. +55 (41) 2101-1713 f. +55 (41) 2101-1699 MacDon, Inc.

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