Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders On European-Configured Headers - MacDon FlexDraper FD1 Series Operator's Manual

5. Reposition bracket/light assembly (C) onto reel arm as
shown, and secure using four bolts (D). Tighten
hardware.
6. Push reel back and reinstall cylinder (B) onto
bracket/light assembly (C) using pin (A). Secure pin
with cotter pin.
7. Secure light harness to bracket/light assembly (C) or to
reel arm using plastic cable tie (not shown).
8. Check reel clearance to backsheet, upper cross auger
(if installed), and reel braces.
9. Adjust reel tine pitch (if required). For adjustment
procedures, refer to

Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders on European-Configured Headers

The reel can be moved approximately 67 mm (2.6 in.) farther aft from factory setting by repositioning the fore-aft
cylinders on the reel arms. This may be desirable when straight-combining canola.
For instructions for repositioning the fore-aft cylinders on a non-European-configured header, refer to
Fore-Aft Cylinders on Non-European-Configured Headers, page
Reposition center reel arm cylinder as follows:
NOTE:
Some reel components are not shown in illustrations for improved clarity.
NOTE:
Reels on European-configured headers are at their most forward setting when cylinders are set in position 2 on the
fore-aft arm brackets. Reels on these headers are in their most aft position when cylinders are set in position 1 on
the fore-aft arm brackets.
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3.7.12 Reel Tine Pitch, page
OPERATION
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Figure 3.113: Left Arm – Aft Position
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