Locking/Unlocking Header Wings; Operating In Flex Mode - MacDon FlexDraper FD1 Series Operator's Manual

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To disengage (unlock) float locks, pull the float lock

handle (A) into position (B) (UNLOCK). In this position, the

header is unlocked, and can float with respect to the float

To engage (lock) float locks, push the float lock handle (A)

into position (C) (LOCK). In this position, the header cannot

move with respect to the float module.

Locking/Unlocking Header Wings

The header is designed to operate with the cutterbar on the ground. The three sections move independently to

follow the ground contours. In this mode, each wing is unlocked and is free to move up and down.

The header can also be operated as a rigid header with the cutterbar straight. A typical application is in cereals

when cutting above the ground. In this mode, the wing is locked.

In flex mode, the three sections will be unlocked and will move independently to follow the ground contours.

Unlock the wings as follows:

1. Move spring handle (A) in the lower slot to unlock the

wing. The unlocking should be audible.

2. If the lock link does not disengage, move the wing by

raising and lowering the header, changing the header

angle, or driving the combine until it disengages.

Figure 3.46: Float Lock (in Locked Position)

Figure 3.47: Wing Lock