Checking Auger Finger Timing - MacDon FlexDraper FD1 Series Operator's Manual

11. Coat bolts (A) with medium-strength threadlocker
®
(Loctite 243 or equivalent), then replace the access
cover (B) and secure with bolts. Torque to 8.5 Nm
(75 lbf∙in).

Checking Auger Finger Timing

This procedure is for checking the setting that determines when the fingers are fully extended from the auger.
NOTE:
Left side of auger shown.
1. Raise the reel to maximum height. Engage reel
safety props. Refer to
page 31.
2. Shut down the combine and remove the key from
the ignition.
3. Check that indicator (B) is set to the same position (A)
at each end of the auger. Factory setting is B.There are
two different auger tine extension positions: A and B.
Setting A would be used for canola and setting B would
be used for grains.
CAUTION
To avoid damaging the auger beyond repair, it is
extremely important that both sides are at the same
setting.
4. If necessary, loosen nuts (C) and adjust position of
indicator (B). Tighten nuts.
5. Disengage reel safety props. Refer to
Safety Props, page 32
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
Engaging Reel Safety Props,
Disengaging Reel
Figure 5.78: Access Hole Cover
A
Figure 5.79: Auger Tine Timing (Left Side of
Auger Shown)
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B
A
C
B
Revision A