Attaching And Detaching Header From Float Module; Detaching Header From Float Module - MacDon FlexDraper FD1 Series Operator's Manual

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4.8 Attaching and Detaching Header from Float Module

Attaching/detaching procedures are the same for all makes and models of combines. Headers can be attached to

the float module from either field or transport configurations.

The procedures in this manual require that the float module remains attached to the combine. Attach/detach the

float module only if performing the following tasks:

Detaching the header for use on a windrower

Changing headers

Performing certain maintenance tasks

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.

Keep hands clear of the area between guards and knife

at all times.

Wear heavy gloves when working around or

handling knives.

1. Start the engine and the lower header.

2. Increase clearance under the float module feed draper

by tilting the header and fully extending the cylinder (B)

until indicator (A) is at position D.

3. Raise the reel to its full height.

4. Stop the engine and the remove key from the ignition.

5. Engage the reel safety props.

HEADER ATTACHMENT/DETACHMENT

Figure 4.140: Cutterbar Hazard

Figure 4.141: Center-Link