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MacDon R116 Unloading And Assembly Instructions

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R113/R116
Pull-Type Disc Mower
Unloading and Assembly Instruction: North America
214713 Revision A
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  • Page 1 R113/R116 Pull-Type Disc Mower Unloading and Assembly Instruction: North America 214713 Revision A Original Instruction The harvesting specialists.
  • Page 2 R113/R116 Pull-Type Disc Mower Published: June, 2018...
  • Page 3 Keep your MacDon publications up-to-date. The most current version can be downloaded from our website (www.macdon.com) or from our Dealer-only site (https://portal.macdon.com) (login required). This instruction is available in English and French and can be ordered from MacDon, downloaded from our Dealer Portal, or from our International website (http://www.macdon.com/world).
  • Page 4 List of Revisions At MacDon, we’re continuously making improvements; occasionally these improvements affect product documentation. The following list provides an account of major changes from the previous version of this document. Summary of Change Location Updated images with slow moving vehicle signs...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction..............................i Chapter 1: Safety ............................ 1 1.1 Signal Words ............................1 1.2 General Safety.............................2 1.3 Tire Safety............................4 1.4 Safety Signs ............................5 Chapter 2: Unloading Truck Shipment ....................7 Chapter 3: Assembling the Disc Mower (With or Without the Dealer-Installed Transport) ..........................
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS 4.8.3 Installing Hydraulic Lines and Hoses...................81 4.8.4 Installing Electrical Components....................84 Connecting Selector Valve and Transport Lighting Module............84 Installing Light Assembly......................85 Connecting Transport Lighting Module ..................85 Installing Remote Control ......................85 4.8.5 Installing Cover .........................87 4.9 Installing Options ..........................88 4.9.1 Installing Hydraulic Center-Link (Optional) ..................88 4.9.2 Installing Tall Crop Divider (Optional) ..................88 ™...
  • Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS 7.5 Checking Skid Shoes ........................131 7.6 Checking Disc Mower Float ......................132 7.6.1 Adjusting Disc Mower Float...................... 132 7.7 Checking and Adding Conditioner Roll Timing Gearbox Lubricant ............134 7.8 Checking and Adding Disc Mower Drive Gearbox Lubricant ..............135 7.9 Checking and Lubricating Forward and Rear Swivel Gearboxes ............
  • Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 10: Hydraulic Schematics....................187 Chapter 11: Reference ........................203 11.1 Opening Cutterbar Doors ........................ 203 11.2 Engaging Locks ..........................204 11.3 Disengaging Locks ......................... 205 11.4 Closing Cutterbar Doors ......................... 206 11.5 Recommended Lubricants ......................207 11.6 Torque Specifications ........................208 11.6.1 SAE Bolt Torque Specifications....................

  • Page 9: 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. 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. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 10: 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 11 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 12: Tire Safety

    SAFETY 1.3 Tire Safety WARNING • Service tires safely. • A tire can explode during inflation which could cause serious injury or death. • Follow proper procedures when mounting a tire on a wheel or rim. Failure to do so can produce an explosion that may result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 13: Safety Signs

    Replace safety signs that are missing or illegible. • If original part on which a safety sign was installed is replaced, be sure repair part also bears current safety sign. • Safety signs are available from your MacDon Dealer. Figure 1.9: Operator’s Manual Decal 214713 Revision A...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2: Unloading Truck Shipment

    Chapter 2: Unloading Truck Shipment CAUTION To avoid injury to bystanders from being struck by machinery, do NOT allow persons to stand in unloading area. CAUTION Equipment used for unloading must meet or exceed the requirements specified below. Using inadequate equipment may result in chain breakage, vehicle tipping or machine damage.
  • Page 16 UNLOADING TRUCK SHIPMENT 5. Take to storage or assembly area, and set hitch down securely on level ground. 6. Repeat for second hitch (if required). 7. Check for shipping damage and missing parts. 8. Approach disc mower (A) from back with forklift (B) as shown, and slide forks as far as possible into pallet.

  • Page 17: Chapter 3: Assembling The Disc Mower (With Or Without The Dealer-Installed Transport)

    Chapter 3: Assembling the Disc Mower (With or Without the Dealer-Installed Transport) Perform the following procedures in the order provided to assemble the disc mower without the transport system, or ™ when the Road Friendly Transport will be installed by the Dealer. To assemble a disc mower with the factory-installed transport, refer to 4 Assembling the Disc Mower (Factory- Installed Transport), page...
  • Page 18 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 3. Remove four M10 hex head bolts (A) and flat washers, and remove top shield (B). CAUTION To avoid injury, keep fingers clear of opening at base of anchor. Figure 3.3: Top Shield (Left of Center-Link) 4.
  • Page 19 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 7. Install top shield (B) and secure with four M10 hex head bolts (A) and flat washers. Torque to 27–30 Nm (20–22 lbf·ft). NOTE: If transport is also being installed, leave bolts (A) loose. These bolts will be tightened when installing the lighting harness.

  • Page 20: Attaching Hitch To Carrier

    R113: Approximately 2.7 m (106 in.) from the edge of the tractor end of the hitch (B) • R116: Approximately 3.5 m (138 in.) from the edge of the tractor end of the hitch (B) 5. Raise the hitch approximately 610 mm (24 in.) off the ground.
  • Page 21 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) NOTE: Hitch pin (C) is heavy. Support it appropriately before removing bolt (A). 6. Support hitch pin (C), remove bolt (A) and wood block (B) from top of pin, and remove hitch pin (C). Figure 3.11: Hitch Packing 7.
  • Page 22 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 9. Move hitch pivot (A) into attachment location (B) on carrier, and line up hitch pin with hole in carrier. Figure 3.14: Hitch to Carrier 10. Slowly lower hitch (A) while maintaining pin alignment until hitch pin (B) is fully inserted.
  • Page 23 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 12. Tighten the outer bolts (A) first to draw the plate against the frame. Then tighten the inner bolts. 13. Torque bolts to 461 Nm (340 lbf·ft). Figure 3.17: Hitch Pin 214713 Revision A...

  • Page 24: Installing Tractor Mating Hitch To Carrier Hitch

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 3.3 Installing Tractor Mating Hitch to Carrier Hitch Depending on disc mower configuration, refer to the applicable installation procedure: • 3.3.1 Installing Drawbar Hitch, page 16 • 3.3.2 Installing Two-Point Hitch (Cat. II) Adapter, page 20 3.3.1 Installing Drawbar Hitch If attaching the disc mower to a tractor with a drawbar hitch, proceed as follows.
  • Page 25 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 5. Install jack support stand (A) as shown. Secure with two M12 X 1.75 X 40 bolts (B), M12 washers and M12 center lock nuts per side. Torque hardware to 68.5 Nm (51 lbf ft) Figure 3.20: Jack Stand Support 6.
  • Page 26 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 10. Using a floor jack or equivalent under pallet (A), raise drawbar hitch (B) into position under the gearbox. 11. Move drawbar hitch (B) so pin (C) can be installed. 12.
  • Page 27 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 17. Slide the primary driveline (A) onto the gearbox input shaft. Align the pinhole (B) in the yoke with the groove on the input shaft. Figure 3.26: Primary Driveline 18. Insert tapered pin (A) by hand. Ensure the pin lines up with groove in yoke and is fully inserted.

  • Page 28: Installing Two-Point Hitch (Cat. Ii) Adapter

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 3.3.2 Installing Two-Point Hitch (Cat. II) Adapter 1. Remove shipping wire or banding (A) securing shipping blocks (B) at front of hitch, and remove blocks. 2. Swivel lower gearbox until the input shaft is facing forward.
  • Page 29 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 7. Using a floor jack or equivalent, raise two-point hitch adapter (A) into position under the gearbox. 8. Maneuver adapter (A) so that pin (B) can be installed to secure adapter to hitch. 9.
  • Page 30 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 16. Remove cone shield (A). Figure 3.35: Cone Shield 17. Retrieve the primary driveline (D) from the shipping location. 18. Remove nut (C), washer (B), and pin (A) from the disc mower end of primary driveline (D).
  • Page 31 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 20. Insert tapered pin (A) by hand. Ensure the pin lines up with groove in the yoke and is fully inserted. The notch in the pin should be facing toward the shaft. 21.

  • Page 32: Installing Hitch Swing Cylinder

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 3.4 Installing Hitch Swing Cylinder The hitch swing cylinder can be installed on either side of the hitch, depending on whether or not the Road Friendly ™ Transport system will be installed. Be sure to follow the instructions carefully. 1.
  • Page 33 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) ™ ™ To install cylinder on unit WITH the Road Friendly Transport system, proceed as follows: 1. Disconnect the hoses from the cylinder and cap off openings on cylinder and hoses. 2.

  • Page 34: Attaching Clutch Driveline

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 3.5 Attaching Clutch Driveline This procedure describes how to attach the clutch driveline to the header drive gearbox. IMPORTANT: If a conditioner swap is required before delivery to the customer, do NOT perform this step at this time. Skip to Installing Field Wheels, page 100 and then return to this topic to complete the setup.
  • Page 35 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 6. Slide cone (A) onto driveline with latches (B) towards the gearbox. 7. Remove nut (C) and washer (E) from tapered pin (D), and tap out pin from yoke using a hammer. Figure 3.46: Clutch Driveline 8.

  • Page 36: Attaching Steering Arm

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 3.6 Attaching Steering Arm This procedure describes how to attach the steering arm to the header drive gearbox. IMPORTANT: If a conditioner swap is required before delivery to the customer, do NOT perform this step at this time. Skip to Installing Field Wheels, page 100 and then return to this topic to complete the setup.
  • Page 37 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 9. Attach safety chain (A) from driveline shield to slotted hole in the steering arm. NOTE: Ensure chain is shortened to prevent any driveline wrapping. Figure 3.51: Driveline Shield 214713 Revision A...

  • Page 38: Connecting Transport Lighting Module

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 3.7 Connecting Transport Lighting Module 1. Locate plugs P102 on trailer harness (A) at the header end of the hitch. Route plug P102 towards the transport lighting module. 2. Connect plug P102 (B) to the upper input receptacle on the transport lighting module (C).

  • Page 39: Installing Options

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 3.8 Installing Options Install the following optional kits if they were supplied with your disc mower. ™ ™ 3.8.1 Installing Road Friendly Transport System ™ This section explains how to install the Road Friendly Transport system (C2002).
  • Page 40 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 6. Install latch assembly (A) onto the carrier frame as shown, and secure with the M20 bolts, washers, and nuts (B) retained in Step 5, page 31. Do NOT fully tighten bolts;...
  • Page 41 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 12. Retrieve clevis pin (A) and cotter pin (B) from the shipping bag and install onto the hitch bracket at the side of the hitch. Figure 3.58: Latch Pin 214713 Revision A...
  • Page 42 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) Installing Transport Assembly 1. Remove two bolts (A), hardened washer, and nut securing slow moving vehicle (SMV) sign (B) to the carrier frame, and remove sign. Retain sign and hardware for reinstallation. Figure 3.59: SMV Sign Attached to Carrier Frame 2.
  • Page 43 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 6. Install two M20 x 65 bolts (A), hardened washers, and nuts. 7. Temporarily install bolts (B) to help align the assembly. Figure 3.62: Pin Support 8. Rotate pin (A), until hole in pin aligns with holes in welded collar (B).
  • Page 44 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 12. Install cover support (B). 13. Secure cover support (B) in place with one M20 x 65 bolt (A), hardened washer, and nut. Figure 3.65: Cover Support 14. Torque bolts (A) to 461 Nm (340 lbf·ft). 15.
  • Page 45 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 6. Disconnect plugs P102 (A) and P301 (B) from the transport lighting module. 7. Remove bolts (C) and remove the transport lighting module, complete with support bracket (D). Figure 3.68: Lightening Module Harness 8.
  • Page 46 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) Installing Transport Swing Cylinder 1. Remove the shipping bag from the pallet. 2. Retrieve the clevis pin from the shipping bag. 3. Support transport swing cylinder (A). Cut straps securing the cylinder to the pallet. Figure 3.71: Transport Swing Cylinder IMPORTANT: Transport swing cylinder (A) must be primed before...
  • Page 47 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 6. Connect clevis end (B) of the transport swing cylinder (A) to transport casting. Align holes and install clevis pin (C). Secure with cotter pin (D). Figure 3.74: Swing Cylinder (Rear Left View) Installing Transport Wheels 1.
  • Page 48 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 6. Install axle assembly (A) into the support. 7. Install bolt (B) with nut, and torque to 68 Nm (50 lbf·ft). 8. Remove the wheel bolts from hub (A). CAUTION When installing wheel, be sure to match countersunk holes with bolt head profiles.
  • Page 49 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 3. Secure cam assembly (A) onto hitch swing cylinder plate (B) with bolts and nuts (C). Torque nuts (C) to 55–60 Nm (40–45 lbf·ft). NOTE: When installing cam assembly (A), check for hose twisting.
  • Page 50 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 6. Align the hole in cam arm (A) with the hole in cylinder clevis (B). Figure 3.83: Alignment Control (Rear Right View) 7. Ensure the end of cam arm (A) is parallel with the clevis end (B) of the cylinder.
  • Page 51 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 8. Retrieve completion valve assembly (A) and one M12 x 25 flanged hex head bolt from the shipping bag. 9. Remove bolts (B) from the standoffs on rear of carrier. Install valve assembly (A) behind support plate (C).

  • Page 52: Installing Hydraulics

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) Installing Hydraulics This section explains how to install the transport hydraulic control system. Installing Hydraulic Lines and Hoses NOTE: Cover support bracket removed from illustrations for clarity. NOTE: Refer to 11.6 Torque Specifications, page 208 for hydraulic fitting installation details.
  • Page 53 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 8. Install steel line (A) from port A on the completion assembly to tee fitting (D). 9. Install steel line (B) from port B on the completion assembly to tee fitting (C). Figure 3.89: Completion Assembly Plumbing 10.
  • Page 54 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 13. Install hose (A) from outer port (rod end) on transport cylinder block to tee fitting (D) in port D of transport swing control. 14. Install hose (B) from inner port (base end) on transport cylinder block to tee fitting (C) in port C of transport swing control.
  • Page 55 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) Installing secondary lift hose for field wheels NOTE: The secondary lift hose is required to lift the field wheels fully into storage position when the disc mower is in transport mode. Retrieve the following secondary lift hose from the shipping bag according to your disc mower size: •...
  • Page 56 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 25. Retrieve ORB-8 coupler (A) and plastic cap (B) from the hardware bag. 26. At forward end of hitch, install coupling (A) and plastic cap (B) onto secondary lift hose (C). Do NOT attach hoses to tractor at this time.
  • Page 57 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 28. Route hose (A) through opening (E) at the rear of the frame. 29. Feed shortest hose (A) through opening (B) in carrier frame as shown with male end (C) at the hitch pivot. 30.

  • Page 58: Installing Electrical Components

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) Installing Electrical Components Installing Light Assemblies 1. Disconnect the wiring harnesses at the left light assembly; there are two connectors per assembly. 2. Remove the left light assembly (A). NOTE: Right side was removed earlier.
  • Page 59 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 7. Install light assembly (A) onto header left end with two M10 x 20 carriage bolts (B) and lock nuts from the shipping bag. Ensure the amber lamp faces the front of header and reflector faces outboard.
  • Page 60 4.9 m (16 ft.) header: Harness for disc mower is Figure 3.105: Harness Routing – R113 Shown secured with two plastic clamps (D). (R116 Similar) 12. Secure harness (A) to light bracket with two cable ties (E). 13. Push excess harness into carrier frame.
  • Page 61 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) Connecting Selector Valve and Transport Lighting Module 1. Locate plugs P102 (A) and P502 (B) on the transport harness at the header end of the hitch. Route plugs P102 (A) and P502 (B) towards selector valve (C). 2.
  • Page 62 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 4. If your tractor has a three-pin auxiliary power connection: NOTE: The remote control has internal protection which prevents damage caused by incorrect wiring, short circuits, or overload conditions. Connect two wires (B) from the three-pin auxiliary connector (A) to the remote control wires (C) on the remote control, wrap connections with electrical tape, and proceed to Step...
  • Page 63 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) Installing Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) Sign 1. Retrieve SMV sign that was previously removed. 2. Remove bolts (A), and discard existing bracket (B). Retain the bolts and nuts. Figure 3.112: SMV Sign 3.

  • Page 64: Installing Cover

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (WITH OR WITHOUT THE DEALER-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) Installing Cover 1. Install cover (A) onto the cover support. 2. Install bolts (B). Torque to 55–65 Nm (41–48 lbf·ft). Figure 3.115: Cover 3.8.2 Installing Hydraulic Center-Link (Optional) The hydraulic center-link option is supplied in a separate shipment. Refer to the installation instructions supplied with the kit.

  • Page 65: Chapter 4: Assembling The Disc Mower (Factory-Installed Transport)

    Chapter 4: Assembling the Disc Mower (Factory-Installed Transport) Perform the following procedures in order when assembling a disc mower with a factory-installed Road Friendly ™ Transport 4.1 Repositioning Center-Link Top Anchor Perform this procedure to reposition the center-link top anchor into working position. 1.
  • Page 66 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 3. Loosen jam nut (A) and fully loosen float spring bolt (B). Figure 4.3: Float Spring 4. Place forklift forks under top beam (A) at opening (B). Lift carrier frame slightly until pin at base of center-link anchor is loose.
  • Page 67 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 6. Remove cotter pin (B), washer (C), and shipping tag (D) from pin (A). 7. Pin (A) should slide out freely. Do NOT use a hammer to remove pin (A). 8. Adjust the center-link and/or forklift until pin (A) is loose. Figure 4.6: Center-Link Anchor (Right of Center-Link) 9.
  • Page 68 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 11. Close the disc mower’s lift cylinder lock-out valve (A) on each lift cylinder by turning the handle to its horizontal position. 12. Loosen jam nut (B) away from the spring. 13. Turn adjuster bolt (C) and set dimension (D) to 130 mm (5-1/8 in).

  • Page 69: Attaching Hitch To Carrier

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 4.2 Attaching Hitch to Carrier 1. Remove cam assembly (A) from shipping support (B) by loosening nuts (C) and sliding the cam assembly off of the shipping support. 2. Rest the cam assembly on the carrier hydraulics. Figure 4.10: Alignment Controls (Front Right View) 3.
  • Page 70 R113: Approximately 270 cm (106 in.) from the edge of the tractor end of the hitch (B) • R116: Approximately 350 cm (138 in.) from the edge of the tractor end of the hitch (B) 8. Raise the hitch approximately 610 mm (24 in.) off the ground.
  • Page 71 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 10. Install hitch pin (A) fully into hitch. Figure 4.16: Pivot Pin 11. Pivot the gearbox (A) towards the right side of the disc mower. This will increase the clearance to the driveline clutch when installing hitch onto carrier frame. Figure 4.17: Driveline Shield 12.
  • Page 72 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 13. Slowly lower hitch (A) while maintaining pin alignment until pin (B) is fully inserted. If necessary, use a large soft hammer to seat pin. Figure 4.19: Pivot Pin 14. Line up holes in pin (A) with holes in the carrier frame. Install six M20 x 65 bolts (B) with hardened washers under the bolt head, and secure with lock nuts (C).

  • Page 73: Installing Tractor Mating Hitch To Carrier Hitch

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 4.3 Installing Tractor Mating Hitch to Carrier Hitch Depending on disc mower configuration, refer to the applicable installation procedure: • 4.3.1 Installing Drawbar Hitch, page 65 • 4.3.2 Installing Two-Point Hitch (Cat. II) Adapter, page 69 4.3.1 Installing Drawbar Hitch If attaching the disc mower to a tractor with a drawbar hitch, proceed as follows.
  • Page 74 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 5. Install jack support stand (A) as shown. Secure with two M12 X 1.75 X 40 bolts (B), M12 washers and M12 center lock nuts per side. Torque hardware to 68.5 Nm (51 lbf ft) Figure 4.23: Jack Stand Support 6.
  • Page 75 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 10. Using a floor jack or equivalent under pallet (A), raise drawbar hitch (B) into position under the gearbox. 11. Move drawbar hitch (B) so pin (C) can be installed. 12. Secure pin with bolt (D) and nut. 13.
  • Page 76 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 17. Slide the primary driveline (A) onto the gearbox input shaft. Align the pinhole (B) in the yoke with the groove on the input shaft. Figure 4.29: Primary Driveline 18. Insert tapered pin (A) by hand. Ensure the pin lines up with groove in yoke and is fully inserted.

  • Page 77: Installing Two-Point Hitch (Cat. Ii) Adapter

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 4.3.2 Installing Two-Point Hitch (Cat. II) Adapter 1. Remove shipping wire or banding (A) securing shipping blocks (B) at front of hitch, and remove blocks. 2. Swivel lower gearbox until the input shaft is facing forward.
  • Page 78 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 7. Using a floor jack or equivalent, raise two-point hitch adapter (A) into position under the gearbox. 8. Maneuver adapter (A) so that pin (B) can be installed to secure adapter to hitch. 9. Secure pin with bolt (C) and nut (D). 10.
  • Page 79 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 16. Remove cone shield (A). Figure 4.38: Cone Shield 17. Retrieve the primary driveline (D) from the shipping location. 18. Remove nut (C), washer (B), and pin (A) from the disc mower end of primary driveline (D). Figure 4.39: Primary Driveline 19.
  • Page 80 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 20. Insert tapered pin (A) by hand. Ensure the pin lines up with groove in the yoke and is fully inserted. The notch in the pin should be facing toward the shaft. 21. Clean the threads on pin (A) after it has been inserted. 22.

  • Page 81: Installing Hitch Swing Cylinder

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 4.4 Installing Hitch Swing Cylinder 1. Remove the banding (A) securing the hitch swing cylinder (B) to the hitch. 2. Remove pin (C) securing cylinder (B) to hitch. Figure 4.43: Steering Cylinder 3. Disconnect the hoses from the cylinder and cap off openings on cylinder and hoses.

  • Page 82: Attaching Clutch Driveline

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 4.5 Attaching Clutch Driveline This procedure describes how to attach the clutch driveline to the header drive gearbox. IMPORTANT: If a conditioner swap is required before delivery to the customer, do NOT perform this step at this time. Skip to and then return to this topic to complete the setup.
  • Page 83 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 6. Slide cone (A) onto driveline with latches (B) towards the gearbox. 7. Remove nut (C) and washer (E) from tapered pin (D), and tap out pin from yoke using a hammer. Figure 4.48: Clutch Driveline 8.

  • Page 84: Attaching Steering Arm

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 4.6 Attaching Steering Arm This procedure describes the attachment of the steering arm to the header drive gearbox. IMPORTANT: If a conditioner swap is required before delivery to the customer, do NOT perform this step at this time. Proceed to and then return to this topic to complete the setup.
  • Page 85 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 9. Attach safety chain (A) from driveline shield to slotted hole in the steering arm. NOTE: Ensure chain is shortened to prevent any driveline wrapping. Figure 4.53: Driveline Shield 214713 Revision A...

  • Page 86: Removing Slow Moving Vehicle Sign (Smv) Covering

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 4.7 Removing Slow Moving Vehicle Sign (SMV) Covering 1. Remove the covering from the SMV sign (A). Figure 4.54: SMV Sign 2. Remove decal bag (B) taped to the SMV bracket (A). 3. Choose the appropriate speed decal (C) or (D) depending on region.

  • Page 87: Completing Road Friendly Transport ™ System Installation

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) ™ ™ 4.8 Completing Road Friendly Transport System Installation This section describes the installation of the base components, the hydraulic lines and hoses, and the electrical ™ connections for the Road Friendly Transport system. 4.8.1 Removing Cover 1.
  • Page 88 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 2. Check the travel of the cam arm (A) by sliding it in and out of the cam assembly (B). NOTE: If the cam arm does not slide easily, loosen valve mounting bolts (C), and slide the valve (B) up to the top of the mounting holes.

  • Page 89: Installing Hydraulic Lines And Hoses

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 4. Ensure the end of cam arm (A) is parallel with the clevis end (B) of the cylinder. If adjustment is required, use a bar and turn the clevis until the clevis is parallel with cam arm (A).
  • Page 90 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 5. Remove the cap from fitting (A). 6. Remove the plug from hose (B). Install hose to fitting (A) as shown. Figure 4.62: Alignment Valve Fitting 7. Connect hose (B) with red collar #2, from the rear of the hitch, to fitting in port A1 on selector valve (C).
  • Page 91 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 10. Retrieve the blue collars with the number one (blue collar #1) on them from the shipping bag. Place one collar on each end of the secondary lift hose (B). 11. Undo adjustable strap (A) around hoses at aft end of hitch.

  • Page 92: Installing Electrical Components

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 19. At rear of hitch, secure the hoses with adjustable strap (A). Figure 4.67: Lift Hoses 20. Connect hose (A) from left lift cylinder and hose (B) (MD #224160 or MD #224162) at the hitch pivot. Figure 4.68: Lift Hoses 4.8.4 Installing Electrical Components Connecting Selector Valve and Transport Lighting Module...

  • Page 93: Installing Light Assembly

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) Installing Light Assembly 1. Locate right side light assembly (A). NOTE: When the mower is in field position, the right light assembly is located on the left, rear side of the mower. When the machine is being towed, it will be on the right side.
  • Page 94 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 3. Locate connector (C) that branches off the seven-pole transport plug (A) and attach it to the remote wiring harness (B). Figure 4.73: Transport Harness 4. If your tractor has a three-pin auxiliary power connection: NOTE: The remote control has internal protection which...

  • Page 95: Installing Cover

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) If your tractor does NOT have a three-pin auxiliary power connection: NOTE: The remote control has internal protection which prevents damage caused by incorrect wiring, short circuits, or overload conditions. 5. Connect remote control wires (A) to the tractor’s power supply: •...

  • Page 96: Installing Options

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 4.9 Installing Options Install the following optional kits if they were supplied with your disc mower. 4.9.1 Installing Hydraulic Center-Link (Optional) The hydraulic center-link option is supplied in a separate shipment. Refer to the installation instructions supplied with the kit.

  • Page 97: Installing Road Friendly Transport ™ Wheels

    ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) ™ ™ 4.10 Installing Road Friendly Transport Wheels 1. Retrieve clevis pin (A) and cotter pin (B) from shipping bag and install onto hitch bracket at side of hitch. Figure 4.77: Latch Pin 2. Remove bolt (B) holding axle assembly (A) in place. 3.
  • Page 98 ASSEMBLING THE DISC MOWER (FACTORY-INSTALLED TRANSPORT) 7. In the cab, move transport switch to the upper position (B) and ensure that light (A) is NOT illuminated. The hitch swing circuit is now deactivated and the transport circuit is active. 8. Using tractor’s hydraulics, raise the transport assembly high enough to install the wheels.

  • Page 99: Chapter 5: Setting Up The Tractor

    Chapter 5: Setting up the Tractor This section describes the tractor and drawbar adjustment requirements. 5.1 Adjusting the Drawbar CAUTION Shut off tractor, engage parking brake, and remove key before working around hitch. 1. Adjust tractor drawbar to meet the specifications listed in Table 5.1, page 2.

  • Page 100: Installing Drawbar Hitch Adapter

    SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 5.2 Installing Drawbar Hitch Adapter IMPORTANT: The hitch adapter is compatible with Class 2 and Class 3 hitches only. Class 4 hitches are too big. Do NOT attempt to modify a Class 4 hitch or hitch adapter to make them fit together. CAUTION Shut off tractor, engage parking brake, and remove key before working around hitch.

  • Page 101: Attaching Disc Mower To The Tractor

    SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 5.3 Attaching Disc Mower to the Tractor Refer to the attachment procedure that applies to your tractor: • 5.3.1 Attaching with Drawbar Hitch, page 93 • 5.3.2 Attaching with Two-Point Hitch, page 95 5.3.1 Attaching with Drawbar Hitch CAUTION Shut off tractor, engage parking brake, and remove key before working around hitch.
  • Page 102 SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 4. Lower hitch with the jack so that pin (A) engages drawbar hitch adapter (B). 5. Install clevis pin (C) and secure with lynch pin (D). Figure 5.5: Disc Mower Hitch 6. Position primary driveline (A) onto tractor power take- off (PTO).

  • Page 103: Attaching With Two-Point Hitch

    SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 10. Move jack (A) to storage position on top of hitch, and secure with pin (B). 11. Proceed to 5.3.3 Connecting Hydraulics, page Figure 5.8: Jack Storage 5.3.2 Attaching with Two-Point Hitch Follow these steps to attach category II, IIIN, and III two-point hitches: CAUTION Shut off tractor, engage parking brake, and remove key before working around hitch.
  • Page 104 SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 6. Check distance (C) between tractor primary power take-off (PTO) shaft (A) and disc mower hitch gearbox shaft (B) (without the front half of the driveline attached). 7. Ensure that distance measurement (C) does NOT exceed the dimensions listed in Table 5.2, page Table 5.2 Distance between Hitch Gearbox and Tractor PTO...
  • Page 105 SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 13. Raise stand (A), rotate lock (B) clockwise to vertical position, and re-engage lock (B) to hold the stand in the storage location. Figure 5.13: Hitch Stand 14. Secure lock with lynch pin (A). Figure 5.14: Hitch Stand 214713 Revision A...

  • Page 106: Connecting Hydraulics

    SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 5.3.3 Connecting Hydraulics WARNING Do NOT use remote hydraulic system pressures over 20,684 kPa (3000 psi). Check your tractor operator’s manual for remote system pressure. NOTE: Refer to numbered/colored bands on hoses to identify lift, swing/transport, and tilt hose sets. Table 5.3 Hydraulic System Hoses Tractor System...

  • Page 107: Connecting Electrical Wiring Harness

    SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 5.3.4 Connecting Electrical Wiring Harness 1. Ensure that pin #4 (A) in the tractor receptacle is NOT continuously energized (refer to your tractor operator’s manual). If necessary, remove the appropriate fuse. IMPORTANT: Older model tractors may have pin #4 (A) energized as an accessory circuit;...

  • Page 108: Installing Field Wheels

    SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 5.4 Installing Field Wheels 1. Remove shipping strap (B) from wheel spindle (A). Repeat on opposite side. Figure 5.17: Wheel Spindle 2. Remove wheel bolts (A) from spindle (B). CAUTION When installing wheel, be sure to match countersunk holes with bolt head profiles.
  • Page 109 SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 4. Lower wheels to the ground and torque wheel bolts to 160 Nm (120 lbf·ft) using the tightening sequence shown at right. IMPORTANT: Whenever a wheel is installed, check torque after one hour of operation. 5. Check tire pressure and adjust as required. Refer to Checking Tire Pressure, page 128.

  • Page 110: Priming The Hitch Swing Cylinder

    SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 5.5 Priming the Hitch Swing Cylinder NOTE: The hitch swing cylinder must be primed before it is connected to the rear arm link. 1. Move the transport switch on the remote control to the lower position (B) and ensure that light (A) is illuminated.
  • Page 111 SETTING UP THE TRACTOR Figure 5.22: Hydraulic System NOTE: Ensure there is no contact with the rear link arm when the hitch swing cylinder extends. 2. With the cylinder disconnected from the rear arm link, using the tractor’s hydraulics, extend and retract swing cylinder (A) several times to purge any air in the cylinder.

  • Page 112: Setting Up Forming Shields

    SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 5.6 Setting up Forming Shields Each type of conditioner uses a different configuration for the swath forming shield. Refer to the applicable instruction for the conditioner supplied with the machine. If a finger conditioner is installed, continue to 5.6.1 Setting up Forming Shields for Finger Conditioner, page 104.
  • Page 113 SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 4. Support shield (C), remove the two bolts at locations (A) and (B), and remove the shield. Figure 5.26: Outboard Top Cover 5. Remove nuts (A) from center shield (B). Do not remove the bolts. Figure 5.27: Center Shield 6.
  • Page 114 SETTING UP THE TRACTOR IMPORTANT: ™ For disc mowers without the Road Friendly Transport system, proceed to Step 9, page 106. 7. Remove nut, bolt, and washer (A) securing the spring assembly (B) onto the center shield. Retain nut, bolt, and washer for attaching to transport.
  • Page 115 SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 10. Remove and discard bolt (A) securing deflector (B) to frame. Figure 5.32: Side Deflector Assembly 11. Remove handle (A), washers, and bolt from shield (B). 12. Swing deflector (C) under outboard shield (B) so that handle can be installed into deflector and shield.
  • Page 116 SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 15. Remove two M10 carriage bolts (B) securing left deflector (A) in shipping position. Repeat for opposite deflector. Figure 5.35: Right Side Deflector Shield Shown – Left Side Deflector Shield Opposite 16. Reposition deflector (A) so that holes align with the fixed shield, and secure with four M10 carriage bolts (B) and hex head flange nuts.

  • Page 117: Setting Up Forming Shields For Roll Conditioner

    SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 5.6.2 Setting up Forming Shields for Roll Conditioner Use these instructions to set up the forming shields on a machine with a roll conditioner. 1. Remove and discard bolt (A) securing forming shield (B) to frame. 2.

  • Page 118: Unpacking Curtains

    SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 5.7 Unpacking Curtains 1. Remove two M10 hex head bolts (A) and center lock flange nuts securing cutterbar door supports to center channel frame. Figure 5.40: Underside of Cutterbar Doors 2. Remove shipping wire (A) from cutterbar door curtains and forming shield covers, and pull down.
  • Page 119 SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 3. Straighten cutterbar door curtains (A) and remove folds or creases (minor creases will eventually straighten out). Figure 5.42: Cutterbar Door Curtains 4. If forming shields are installed, straighten forming shield curtains (B) and remove folds or creases (minor creases will eventually straighten out).

  • Page 120: Discharge Shield (No Conditioner)

    SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 5.8 Discharge Shield (No Conditioner) • If a conditioner is being installed, the discharge shield needs to be removed. Refer to 5.8.1 Removing Discharge Shield (No Conditioner), page 112. • If a conditioner is being removed, the discharge shield needs to be installed. Refer to 5.8.2 Installing Discharge Shield (No Conditioner), page 114.
  • Page 121 SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 3. Remove four M16 hex head bolts (A), nuts, and flat washers securing shield (B) to panel on mower (C). Figure 5.47: Header Side View 4. Lift the shield (A) until pins (B) disengage from slots in support (C) and shield on panel (D).

  • Page 122: Installing Discharge Shield (No Conditioner)

    SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 5.8.2 Installing Discharge Shield (No Conditioner) Follow these steps to install the shielding on a disc mower configured without a conditioner: 1. Raise the mower fully and extend the center-link to maximize the space between field wheels (A) and carrier frame (B).
  • Page 123 SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 4. Position shield (A) so that pins (B) engage the slots in cutterbar support (C) and the bolt holes align with panel (D). Figure 5.53: Left Side of Header (Right Opposite) 5. Install four M16 hex head bolts (A), nuts, and flat washers to secure shield (B) to the panel (C).

  • Page 124: Removing Disc Mower From Shipping Pallet (No Transport Installed)

    SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 5.9 Removing Disc Mower from Shipping Pallet (No Transport Installed) NOTE: ™ If you have the Road Friendly Transport system, refer to 5.10 Removing Disc Mower from Shipping Pallet (Transport Installed), page 117. 1. Cut strapping (B) securing cutterbar to pallet (C). 2.

  • Page 125: Removing Disc Mower From Shipping Pallet (Transport Installed)

    SETTING UP THE TRACTOR 5.10 Removing Disc Mower from Shipping Pallet (Transport Installed) 1. Cut strapping (B) securing cutterbar to pallet (A). IMPORTANT: To prevent the mower from dropping, ensure float springs were retensioned after repositioning the center-link top anchor. Refer to 4.1 Repositioning Center-Link Top Anchor, page 2.

  • Page 127: Chapter 6: Lubricating The Disc Mower

    Chapter 6: Lubricating the Disc Mower 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. The disc mower has been lubricated at the factory. However, you should lubricate the disc mower prior to delivery to offset the effects of weather during outside storage and transport, and to familiarize yourself with the machine.
  • Page 128 LUBRICATING THE DISC MOWER 2. Insert flat end of tool (A) into latch (B) and turn it counterclockwise to unlock. Figure 6.3: Driveshield Latch 3. Pull top of driveshield (A) away from header to open. NOTE: For improved access, lift driveshield off the pins at the base of the shield, and lay the shield on the header.

  • Page 129: Lubrication Points

    LUBRICATING THE DISC MOWER 6.2 Lubrication Points Unless otherwise specified, use high-temperature, extreme-pressure (EP2) performance grease with 1% max molybdenum disulphide (NLGI grade 2) lithium base. Figure 6.5: Lubrication Points A - Bearing, Finger Conditioner B - Hitch Pivot C - Hitch Swivel D - Idler Pivot E - Bearing, Roller Conditioner F - Bearing, Roller Conditioner...
  • Page 130 LUBRICATING THE DISC MOWER Figure 6.6 Lubrication Points C - Slip Joints, Conditioner Drivelines 3 A - Bearings, Roller Conditioner B - U-Joint, Lower Driveline (2 Places) D - U-Joint, Upper Driveline (2 Places) E - Lift Linkage (Both Sides) F - Bearing, Field Wheel (2 Places) 3.
  • Page 131 LUBRICATING THE DISC MOWER Figure 6.7 Lubrication Points ™ ™ ™ A - Vertical Pivot, Road Friendly Transport B - Horizontal Pivot, Road Friendly Transport C - Bearing, Transport Wheel (2 Places) 214713 Revision A...
  • Page 132 LUBRICATING THE DISC MOWER Figure 6.8 Lubrication Points A - Slip Joint, Drivelines (4.0 M [13 Ft.] 2 Places) (4.9 M [16 Ft.] 3 Places) 4 B - Guard, Driveline C - U-Joint, Main Driveline D - U-Joint, Primary Driveline (2 Places) E - Guard, Primary Driveline (2 Places) 4.
  • Page 133 LUBRICATING THE DISC MOWER Figure 6.9 Lubrication Points A - Slip Joint, Steering Link B - Guard, Clutch Driveline C - U-Joint, Clutch Driveline D - Clutch E - Bearing, Driveline (4.0 M [13-Ft.] 1 Place) (4.9 M [16-Ft.] 2 Places) F - U-Joint, Driveline (4.0 M [13-Ft.] 1 Place) (4.9 M [16-Ft.] 2 Places) G - Guard (4.0 M [13-Ft.] 1 Place) (4.9 M [16-Ft.] 2 Places) H - Guard (4.0 M [13-Ft.] 1 Place) (4.9 M [16-Ft.] 2 Places)

  • Page 134: Closing Driveshields

    LUBRICATING THE DISC MOWER 6.3 Closing Driveshields CAUTION Do NOT operate the machine without the driveshields in place and secured. NOTE: Images shown in this procedure are for left driveshield—right driveshield is similar. 1. Position driveshield onto pins at base of driveshield (if necessary).

  • Page 135: Chapter 7: Performing Predelivery Checks

    Chapter 7: Performing Predelivery Checks DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason. IMPORTANT: To avoid machine damage, check that no shipping dunnage has fallen into cutterbar. 1.

  • Page 136: Checking Tire Pressure

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 7.2 Checking Tire Pressure WARNING • Service tires safely. • A tire can explode during inflation which could cause serious injury or death. Figure 7.2: Overinflated Tire Check tire pressure daily: • Maximum pressure is 310 kPa (45 psi) for field wheels (A) •...

  • Page 137: Checking Conditioner Drive Belt

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 7.3 Checking Conditioner Drive Belt DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason. NOTE: If no conditioner is installed, proceed to 7.4 Checking Cutting Angle, page 130.

  • Page 138: Checking Cutting Angle

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 7.4 Checking Cutting Angle For a disc mower equipped with a hydraulic center-link (A), the mid-point for header angle is indicated with the indicator bars (B) in the center (orange) of the indicator decal. Figure 7.6: Hydraulic Center-Link For a disc mower equipped with a mechanical center- link (A), the mid-point for header angle is the middle of the adjustment range on the link.

  • Page 139: Checking Skid Shoes

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 7.5 Checking Skid Shoes All skid shoes (A) should be at the same position, either up (shown at right) or down. NOTE: The 4.0 m (13 ft.) disc mower is equipped with one skid shoe at each end. The 4.9 m (16 ft.) disc mower is equipped with two skid shoes at each end.

  • Page 140: Checking Disc Mower Float

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 7.6 Checking Disc Mower Float DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason. 1. Center the disc mower directly behind the tractor. 2.
  • Page 141 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 2. Raise the disc mower fully. Shut off the engine, and remove the key. 3. Close lift cylinder lock-out valve (A) on each lift cylinder by turning the handle to the closed position (90 degree angle to the hose). 4.

  • Page 142: Checking And Adding Conditioner Roll Timing Gearbox Lubricant

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 7.7 Checking and Adding Conditioner Roll Timing Gearbox Lubricant The conditioner roll timing gearbox is located inside the drive compartment at the right side of the disc mower. DANGER 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.

  • Page 143: Checking And Adding Disc Mower Drive Gearbox Lubricant

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 7.8 Checking and Adding Disc Mower Drive Gearbox Lubricant The disc mower drive gearbox is located inside the drive compartment at the left side of the disc mower. DANGER 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.

  • Page 144: Checking And Lubricating Forward And Rear Swivel Gearboxes

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 7.9 Checking and Lubricating Forward and Rear Swivel Gearboxes There are two swivel gearboxes on the disc mower. Each swivel gearbox consists of an upper and a lower gearbox. Oil check plugs are located at the same position on each gearbox and need to be removed in order to check the lubricant level.
  • Page 145 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS Perform this procedure on both upper and lower gearboxes: 1. Adjust the height and angle of the hitch until the upper and lower gearboxes are parallel to the ground. NOTE: The oil should be checked when the gearboxes are parallel to the ground.

  • Page 146: Checking And Adding Cutterbar Lubricant

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 7.10 Checking and Adding Cutterbar Lubricant DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason. CAUTION Exercise caution when working around the blades. Blades are sharp and can cause serious injury. Wear gloves when handling blades.
  • Page 147 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 8. Install the inspection plug that was removed in Step 6, page 138. CAUTION Never start or move the machine until you are sure all bystanders have cleared the area. 9. Start the engine, and raise the header fully. 10.

  • Page 148: Checking Roll Gap

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 7.11 Checking Roll Gap Check factory-set roll gap as follows: DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator's seat for any reason. 1.

  • Page 149: Adjusting Roll Gap (Polyurethane Rolls)

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 3. Loosen jam nut (A) on both sides of conditioner. 4. Turn lower nut (B) counterclockwise until upper roll rests on lower roll. Ensure rolls intermesh. 5. Turn lower nut (B) two and a half full turns clockwise to raise upper roll and achieve a 6 mm (1/4 in.) roll gap.

  • Page 150: Checking Roll Timing

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 7.12 Checking Roll Timing Check roll timing if excessive noise is coming from the conditioner rolls. DANGER 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. Roll timing is factory-set and should not require adjustment;...

  • Page 151: Checking Roll Tension

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 7.13 Checking Roll Tension Roll tension is indicated by the exposed thread on the roll tension adjuster bolt. 1. Measure the amount of exposed thread on the roll tension adjuster bolt (A) at each end of the conditioner. Measurement (B) should be 12–15 mm (1/2–9/16 in.) for both polyurethane and steel roll conditioners.

  • Page 152: Adjusting Conditioner Baffle Position

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 7.14 Adjusting Conditioner Baffle Position 1. On finger conditioners, move the baffle adjustment handles (A) and (B) to the middle positions (C) and (D) on adjustment plates. Figure 7.26: Baffle Adjusters (Finger Conditioners) 2. On roll conditioners, move baffle adjustment handle (A) to the middle position (B) on adjustment plate.

  • Page 153: Checking Lights

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 7.15 Checking Lights 1. Check that lights (A) and (B) are properly located on the disc mower to suit the setup configuration. 2. Check light mountings for security and damage. 3. Check operation of hazard lights (A) and brake lights (B) during machine run-up.

  • Page 154: Checking Manuals

    7.16 Checking Manuals The following manuals should be stored in the manual storage case (A) at the right end of the disc mower: • R113/R116 Pull-Type Disc Mower Operator’s Manual • R113/R116 Pull-Type Disc Mower Parts Catalog • R113/R116 Pull-Type Disc Mower Quick Card Open the right driveshield to access the case.

  • Page 155: Checking Clutch Operation

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 7.17 Checking Clutch Operation The driveline clutch requires an initial break-in procedure; otherwise, the clutch may slip prematurely. As part of the predelivery inspection (PDI) procedure, the clutch spring pressure should be released and the header engaged. This intentional slippage of the clutch will wear in and seat the friction linings against the metal drive plates and remove any oxidization.

  • Page 156: Adjusting Clutch

    148. 12. If acceptable slippage is not detected, the clutch should be removed and disassembled for inspection/repair. Contact your MacDon Dealer. 13. Slide the shield cone to the gearbox and secure with the two lever clamps (A). Figure 7.34: Driveline Shield Cone 7.17.1 Adjusting Clutch...
  • Page 157 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 2. Back off all pressure plate tensioning nuts (A) one and a half revolutions. NOTE: If this has already been done, you are not required to do it again. Figure 7.36: Clutch Bolts 3. Measure the distance (A) between Belleville washer (B) and plate (C) using a caliper.
  • Page 158 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 6. Slide the shield cone to the gearbox and secure with two lever clamps (A). Figure 7.39: Driveline Shield Cone 214713 Revision A...

  • Page 159: Running Up The Header

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 7.18 Running up the Header DANGER • Keep everyone several hundred feet away from your operation. Ensure bystanders are never in line with the front or rear of the machine. Stones and other foreign objects can be ejected from either end with force.

  • Page 160: Checking And Adjusting The Cam On The Transport Deploy/Swing Mechanism

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 7.19 Checking and Adjusting the Cam on the Transport Deploy/ Swing Mechanism The cam angle (A) on the transport deploy/swing mechanism assembly is factory-set to 112 degrees. It may be necessary to adjust the cam angle if the Road Friendly ™...

  • Page 161: Chapter 8: Transporting The Disc Mower

    Chapter 8: Transporting the Disc Mower ™ You can transport the disc mower using a tractor in either field mode or Road Friendly Transport mode. • ™ To prepare a disc mower for towing with a tractor in field mode without using the Road Friendly Transport option, refer to 8.1 Preparing Disc Mower for Transport, page 153.
  • Page 162 TRANSPORTING THE DISC MOWER 1. Connect the disc mower hitch to the tractor. Refer to the disc mower operator's manual. 2. Turn the handle on jack stand (A) to raise the stand. 3. Remove pin (B) and stand (A). Figure 8.1: Jack in Storage Position 4.
  • Page 163 TRANSPORTING THE DISC MOWER 6. Connect the hitch swing cylinder hoses (collars with #2) to the tractor’s hydraulic circuit (A). Refer to 5.3.3 Connecting Hydraulics, page 7. Swing the disc mower completely to the left, then completely to the right. Repeat three or four times to charge the hitch swing circuit.

  • Page 164: Transporting With A Tractor

    TRANSPORTING THE DISC MOWER 8.2 Transporting with a Tractor ™ If towing endwise with the optional Road Friendly Transport system, refer to 8.6.1 Converting from Field to ™ Transport Mode (With Road Friendly Transport ), page 160. 1. Before transporting the disc mower with a tractor, ensure the machine is prepared for transport. Refer to Preparing Disc Mower for Transport, page 153.

  • Page 165: Transport Lighting

    TRANSPORTING THE DISC MOWER 8.3 Transport Lighting ™ ™ 8.3.1 Lighting (With Road Friendly Transport Option) The disc mower is equipped with two bidirectional amber lights (A) located on the outboard edges of the carrier frame that function as flashing hazard lights and turn signals. The red lights (B) located on the inboard side of the amber lights function as both tail and brake lights.

  • Page 166: Converting From Transport To Field Mode (Without Road Friendly Transport ™ )

    TRANSPORTING THE DISC MOWER 8.4 Converting from Transport to Field Mode (Without Road ™ ™ Friendly Transport DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason. 1.

  • Page 167: Converting From Field Mode To Transport (Without Road Friendly Transport ™ )

    TRANSPORTING THE DISC MOWER 8.5 Converting from Field Mode to Transport (Without Road ™ ™ Friendly Transport DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason. 1.

  • Page 168: Road Friendly Transport Option

    TRANSPORTING THE DISC MOWER ™ ™ 8.6 Road Friendly Transport Option ™ The optional Road Friendly Transport system allows the disc mower to be towed while remaining within the legal width restrictions on most roads and highways. ™ ™ Figure 8.13: Road Friendly Transport System 8.6.1 Converting from Field to Transport Mode (With Road Friendly ™...
  • Page 169 TRANSPORTING THE DISC MOWER 2. Clear bystanders from the area and start tractor. Do NOT operate the disc mower. 3. Following the steps on the field-to-transport decal (A), move transport switch to the lower position (C) and ensure that light (B) is illuminated. Figure 8.15: Remote Control 4.
  • Page 170 TRANSPORTING THE DISC MOWER 5. Operate the hitch swing control lever to rotate the disc mower to the right until cam bearing nut is aligned with the green section of the transport alignment gauge decal. Figure 8.17: Disc Mower Rotation 6.
  • Page 171 TRANSPORTING THE DISC MOWER 10. Operate the lift control lever to lower the disc mower onto the transport assembly, raise the field wheels, and engage transport latch onto hitch. IMPORTANT: Once latch has engaged, do NOT operate any hydraulic circuits. Figure 8.20: Transport Assembly Lowering 11.
  • Page 172 TRANSPORTING THE DISC MOWER Lift cylinder lock-out: Close the valve by turning handle (A) to the closed position (90 degree angle to the hose). Repeat on opposite side. Figure 8.23: Lift Cylinder Lock-Out Valve 12. Torque bolts (B) on transport latch (A) to 460 Nm (340 lbf·ft).
  • Page 173 TRANSPORTING THE DISC MOWER 15. Once the field to transport conversion (A) is complete, leave the switch in the upper position (C). Ensure that light (B) is NOT illuminated. Figure 8.26: Remote Control 214713 Revision A...

  • Page 174: Converting From Transport To Field Mode (With Road Friendly Transport ™ )

    TRANSPORTING THE DISC MOWER 8.6.2 Converting from Transport to Field Mode (With Road Friendly ™ ™ Transport DANGER To prevent serious injury or death, do NOT convert the machine into, or from transport mode until all people, animals, and objects are clear of the unit’s rotational range. WARNING To prevent equipment damage, ensure cutterbar doors are properly closed before converting the machine from field to transport mode.
  • Page 175 TRANSPORTING THE DISC MOWER Steering lock-out: Open the valve by turning handle (A) to the open position (in line with the hose). Figure 8.29: Steering Lock-Out Valve Lift cylinder lock-out: Open the valve by turning handle (A) to the open position (in line with the hose). Repeat on opposite side.
  • Page 176 TRANSPORTING THE DISC MOWER 4. Operate the hitch swing control lever to rotate the disc mower to the right. The disc mower will stop when it reaches operating position. NOTE: A sequenced movement transitions the disc mower from transport to field mode. This is accomplished by the rear transport swing cylinder, and the transport deploy cylinder.
  • Page 177 TRANSPORTING THE DISC MOWER 7. Once the transport-to-field conversion (A) is complete, leave the switch in lower position (C). Ensure that light (B) is illuminated. Figure 8.34: Remote Control 214713 Revision A...

  • Page 179: Chapter 9: Changing The Conditioner

    9.4 Assembling Header and Carrier, page 183. R113/R116 Pull-Type Disc Mowers can be equipped with either a finger conditioner, a polyurethane roll conditioner, a steel roll conditioner, or no conditioner at all. Follow these instructions to change conditioners (disregard this if the disc mower will be delivered to the customer as is).
  • Page 180 CHANGING THE CONDITIONER 7. Open lift cylinder lock-out valves (A) (handle in line with the hose). 8. Start the engine and fully lower the disc mower. 9. Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition. 10. Check that float adjuster bolts (B) are loose. Back off adjuster bolts as required.
  • Page 181 CHANGING THE CONDITIONER 15. Remove the M20 nut (A), washers, and hex head bolt (B) securing carrier leg (C) to the left end of the header. Figure 9.6: Left Side of Conditioner 16. Remove clevis pin (A) connecting center-link (B) to anchor (C), and separate center-link from anchor.

  • Page 182: Removing The Conditioner

    CHANGING THE CONDITIONER 9.2 Removing the Conditioner CAUTION Ensure spreader bar is secured to the forks so that it cannot slide off the forks or towards the mast while detaching the conditioner from the mower. 1. Attach a spreader bar (A) to a forklift or equivalent lifting device, and attach chains to lugs (B) on conditioner.
  • Page 183 CHANGING THE CONDITIONER 5. Lift conditioner slightly forward to take load off bolts (A) and to hold the conditioner after the bolts are removed. Retain hardware for reinstallation. Figure 9.12: Left Side of Conditioner – Right Side Similar CAUTION Stand clear when detaching the conditioner. 6.
  • Page 184 CHANGING THE CONDITIONER NOTE: If installing a finger conditioner, remove deflector plates (A). Refer to 9.2.1 Removing Cutterbar Deflectors, page 177. NOTE: If you are replacing a roll conditioner, the deflector plates (A) need to remain installed on the header. Proceed 9.3 Installing the Conditioner, page 178.

  • Page 185: Removing Cutterbar Deflectors

    CHANGING THE CONDITIONER 9.2.1 Removing Cutterbar Deflectors DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, stop engine, remove key, and engage header lift cylinder lock-out valves before going under machine for any reason. IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, cutterbar deflectors must NOT be used with the finger conditioner option.

  • Page 186: Installing The Conditioner

    CHANGING THE CONDITIONER 9.3 Installing the Conditioner CAUTION Ensure spreader bar is secured to the forks so that it cannot slide off the forks or towards the mast while detaching the conditioner from the mower. NOTE: If installing a finger conditioner, deflector plates must be removed. Refer to 9.2.1 Removing Cutterbar Deflectors, page 177.
  • Page 187 CHANGING THE CONDITIONER 4. Align mounting holes and install four M16 x 40 hex head bolts (A) with heads facing inboard (two per side). Secure with M16 center lock flanged nuts and torque to 170 Nm (126 lbf∙ft). 5. Remove lifting chains from conditioner and move lifting device clear of work area.

  • Page 188: Installing Cutterbar Deflectors

    CHANGING THE CONDITIONER 9.3.1 Installing Cutterbar Deflectors DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, stop engine, remove key, and engage header lift cylinder lock-out valves before going under machine for any reason. IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, cutterbar deflectors must NOT be used with the finger conditioner option.

  • Page 189: Installing Conditioner Drive

    CHANGING THE CONDITIONER 9.3.2 Installing Conditioner Drive This procedure describes the installation of conditioner drive components on a machine that was originally supplied with no conditioner. If installing a conditioner on the R1 Series Pull-Type Disc Mower, refer to 9.3 Installing the Conditioner, page 178.
  • Page 190 CHANGING THE CONDITIONER 4. Tighten the three M10 bolts while maintaining 11 mm (7/16 in.) dimension (B) between pulley (A) and gearbox (C). Torque bolts to 39 Nm (29 lbf·ft). Figure 9.24: Drive Pulley 5. Position tensioner assembly (A) as shown, and secure with M16 x 120 bolt (B) and nut (C).

  • Page 191: Assembling Header And Carrier

    CHANGING THE CONDITIONER 9.4 Assembling Header and Carrier The carrier must be attached to a tractor for the header and carrier to be assembled. DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason.
  • Page 192 CHANGING THE CONDITIONER 11. Undo strapping or wire supporting driveline to hitch (D), and connect driveline (E) to header swivel gearbox. Refer to 3.5 Attaching Clutch Driveline, page 12. Remove hex head bolts (A) and spacers (B) from gearbox. 13. Undo strapping or wire supporting steering arm to hitch, and position steering arm weldment (C) on gearbox.
  • Page 193 CHANGING THE CONDITIONER ™ 23. If Road Friendly Transport system is installed, reconnect electrical harness (A) to lights (B) and secure harness to shielding using existing clips (C) and (D). 24. Secure harness to light bracket with cable ties (E). Figure 9.33: Electrical Harness 25.

  • Page 195: Chapter 10: Hydraulic Schematics

    Chapter 10: Hydraulic Schematics 214713 Revision A...
  • Page 197 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS Figure 10.1: Hydraulic Schematic – with Transport V6.2 .062 V7.3 .062 V5.1 V7.2 V6.1 V6.3 V5.2 V7.1 214713 Revision A...
  • Page 198 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS Table 10.1 Cylinder Legend C1 - Hitch Swing Cylinder (Located Between Hitch and Transport Casting) C2 - Transport Deploy Cylinder (Located on Transport Frame) C3 - Transport Swing Cylinder (Located Between Carrier Frame and Transport Casting) C4 - Master Lift Cylinder (Located on Right Side of Carrier Frame) C5 - Slave Lift Cylinder (Located on Left Side of Carrier Frame) C6 - Transport Lock Cylinder (Located on Transport Lock Mechanism) C7 - Tilt Cylinder (Option) (Located Between Carrier Frame and Header)
  • Page 199 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS Figure 10.2: Hydraulic Schematic – without Transport V7.3 V7.2 V6.1 V7.1 214713 Revision A...
  • Page 200 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS Table 10.3 Cylinder Legend C1 - Hitch Swing Cylinder (Located Between Hitch and Transport Casting) C4 - Master Lift Cylinder (Located on Right Side of Carrier Frame) C5 - Slave Lift Cylinder (Located on Left Side of Carrier Frame) C7 - Tilt Cylinder (Optional) (Located Between Carrier Frame and Header) Table 10.4 Valve Legend V6 - Pressure Balance Valves (3) at C1, C2, C3...
  • Page 201 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS Figure 10.3: Hydraulic Schematic – Header Swing 214713 Revision A...
  • Page 202 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS Table 10.5 Cylinder Legend C1 - Hitch Swing Cylinder (Located Between Hitch and Transport Casting) C2 - Transport Deploy Cylinder (Located on Transport Frame) C3 - Transport Swing Cylinder (Located Between Carrier Frame and Transport Casting) C4 - Master Lift Cylinder (Located on Right Side of Carrier Frame) C5 - Slave Lift Cylinder (Located on Left Side of Carrier Frame) C6 - Transport Lock Cylinder (Located on Transport Lock Mechanism) C7 - Tilt Cylinder (Option) (Located Between Carrier Frame and Header)
  • Page 203 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS Figure 10.4: Hydraulic Schematic – Header Transport Deploy 214713 Revision A...
  • Page 204 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS Table 10.7 Cylinder Legend C1 - Hitch Swing Cylinder (Located Between Hitch and Transport Casting) C2 - Transport Deploy Cylinder (Located on Transport Frame) C3 - Transport Swing Cylinder (Located Between Carrier Frame and Transport Casting) C4 - Master Lift Cylinder (Located on Right Side of Carrier Frame) C5 - Slave Lift Cylinder (Located on Left Side of Carrier Frame) C6 - Transport Lock Cylinder (Located on Transport Lock Mechanism) C7 - Tilt Cylinder (Option) (Located Between Carrier Frame and Header)
  • Page 205 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS Figure 10.5: Hydraulic Schematic – Header Transport Swing 214713 Revision A...
  • Page 206 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS Table 10.9 Cylinder Legend C1 - Hitch Swing Cylinder (Located Between Hitch and Transport Casting) C2 - Transport Deploy Cylinder (Located on Transport Frame) C3 - Transport Swing Cylinder (Located Between Carrier Frame and Transport Casting) C4 - Master Lift Cylinder (Located on Right Side of Carrier Frame) C5 - Slave Lift Cylinder (Located on Left Side of Carrier Frame) C6 - Transport Lock Cylinder (Located on Transport Lock Mechanism) C7 - Tilt Cylinder (Option) (Located Between Carrier Frame and Header)
  • Page 207 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS Figure 10.6: Hydraulic Schematic – Header Transport Swing Complete 214713 Revision A...
  • Page 208 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS Table 10.11 Cylinder Legend C1 - Hitch Swing Cylinder (Located Between Hitch and Transport Casting) C2 - Transport Deploy Cylinder (Located on Transport Frame) C3 - Transport Swing Cylinder (Located Between Carrier Frame and Transport Casting) C4 - Master Lift Cylinder (Located on Right Side of Carrier Frame) C5 - Slave Lift Cylinder (Located on Left Side of Carrier Frame) C6 - Transport Lock Cylinder (Located on Transport Lock Mechanism) C7 - Tilt Cylinder (Option) (Located Between Carrier Frame and Header)
  • Page 209 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS Figure 10.7: Hydraulic Schematic – Header Transport Lock 214713 Revision A...
  • Page 210 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS Table 10.13 Cylinder Legend C1 - Hitch Swing Cylinder (Located Between Hitch and Transport Casting) C2 - Transport Deploy Cylinder (Located on Transport Frame) C3 - Transport Swing Cylinder (Located Between Carrier Frame and Transport Casting) C4 - Master Lift Cylinder (Located on Right Side of Carrier Frame) C5 - Slave Lift Cylinder (Located on Left Side of Carrier Frame) C6 - Transport Lock Cylinder (Located on Transport Lock Mechanism) C7 - Tilt Cylinder (Option) (Located Between Carrier Frame and Header)

  • Page 211: Chapter 11: Reference

    Chapter 11: Reference 11.1 Opening Cutterbar Doors DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason. 1. Center mower beneath hitch to open both doors. 2.

  • Page 212: Engaging Locks

    REFERENCE 11.2 Engaging Locks WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from fall of raised machine, always lock out lift cylinders before going under disc mower for any reason. IMPORTANT: Connect hoses so that moving the cylinder control lever backward raises the disc mower, and moving the cylinder control lever forward lowers the disc mower.

  • Page 213: Disengaging Locks

    REFERENCE 11.3 Disengaging Locks DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, stop engine, remove key, and engage header lift cylinder lock-out valves before going under machine for any reason. 1. Open the lock-out valve (A) on each lift cylinder by turning the handle to the open position (in line with the hose).

  • Page 214: Closing Cutterbar Doors

    REFERENCE 11.4 Closing Cutterbar Doors CAUTION To avoid injury, keep hands and fingers away from corners of doors when closing. 1. Pull door (A) at top to close. Figure 11.6: Left Side Cutterbar Door in Open Position 2. Ensure that curtains hang properly and completely enclose cutterbar area.

  • Page 215: Recommended Lubricants

    REFERENCE 11.5 Recommended Lubricants Keep your machine operating at top efficiency by using only clean lubricants and by ensuring the following: • Use clean containers to handle all lubricants. • Store lubricants in an area protected from dust, moisture, and other contaminants. IMPORTANT: Do NOT overfill the cutterbar when adding lubricant.

  • Page 216: Torque Specifications

    REFERENCE 11.6 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 217 REFERENCE Table 11.3 SAE Grade 5 Bolt and Grade F Distorted Thread Nut Torque (lbf·ft) Torque (Nm) Nominal (*lbf·in) Size (A) Min. Max. Min. Max. 1/4-20 5/16-18 16.7 18.5 *149 *164 3/8-16 7/16-14 1/2-13 9/16-12 Figure 11.9: Bolt Grades 5/8-11 A - Nominal Size B - SAE-8 C - SAE-5...

  • Page 218: Metric Bolt Specifications

    REFERENCE Table 11.5 SAE Grade 8 Bolt and Grade 8 Free Spinning Nut Torque (lbf·ft) Torque (Nm) Nominal (*lbf·in) Size (A) Min. Max. Min. Max. 1/4-20 16.8 18.6 *150 *165 5/16-18 3/8-16 7/16-14 1/2-13 9/16-12 Figure 11.11: Bolt Grades 5/8-11 A - Nominal Size B - SAE-8 C - SAE-5...
  • Page 219 REFERENCE Table 11.7 Metric Class 8.8 Bolts and Class 9 Distorted Thread Nut Torque (lbf·ft) Torque (Nm) Nominal (*lbf·in) Size (A) Min. Max. Min. Max. 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 Figure 11.13: Bolt Grades 10-1.5 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0...

  • Page 220: Metric Bolt Specifications Bolting Into Cast Aluminum

    REFERENCE Table 11.9 Metric Class 10.9 Bolts and Class 10 Distorted Thread Nut Torque (lbf·ft) Torque (Nm) Nominal (*lbf·in) Size (A) Min. Max. Min. Max. 3-0.5 3.5-0.6 4-0.7 5-0.8 6-1.0 10.7 11.8 *105 8-1.25 Figure 11.15: Bolt Grades 10-1.5 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0 20-2.5...

  • Page 221: Flare-Type Hydraulic Fittings

    REFERENCE 11.6.4 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. 3.

  • Page 222: O-Ring Boss (Orb) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable)

    REFERENCE 11.6.5 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 223 REFERENCE Table 11.12 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 224: O-Ring Boss (Orb) Hydraulic Fittings (Non-Adjustable)

    REFERENCE 11.6.6 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 225: O-Ring Face Seal (Orfs) Hydraulic Fittings

    REFERENCE 11.6.7 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 11.21: Hydraulic Fitting 2. Apply hydraulic system oil to O-ring (B). 3.

  • Page 226: Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings

    REFERENCE Table 11.14 O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) Hydraulic Fittings (continued) Torque Value SAE Dash Size Thread Size (in.) Tube O.D. (in.) lbf·ft 1-7/16 150–165 111–122 1-11/16 1-1/4 205–226 151–167 1–2 1-1/2 315–347 232–256 2-1/2 510–561 376–414 11.6.8 Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings Assemble pipe fittings as follows: 1.

  • Page 227: Conversion Chart

    REFERENCE 11.7 Conversion Chart Table 11.16 Conversion Chart Quantity SI Units (Metric) Factor US Customary Units (Standard) Unit Name Abbreviation Unit Name Abbreviation acre acres Area hectare x 2.4710 = US gallons per minute gpm Flow liters per minute L/min x 0.2642 = Force Newton...

  • Page 228: Definitions

    REFERENCE 11.8 Definitions The following terms and acronyms may be used in this instruction: Term Definition American Petroleum Institute Articulated Power Turn ASTM American Society of Testing and Materials Bolt A headed and externally threaded fastener that is designed to be paired with a nut Center-link A hydraulic cylinder link between header and machine used to change header angle CGVW...
  • Page 229 REFERENCE Term Definition R1 Series header MacDon R113 SP disc headers for windrowers Society of Automotive Engineers A headed and externally threaded fastener that threads into preformed threads or Screw forms its own thread into a mating part A joint made with use of a fastener where joining materials are compressible or...

  • Page 230: Converting Road Friendly Transport Decal

    REFERENCE ™ ™ 11.9 Converting Road Friendly Transport Decal A - Converting From Field to Transport B - Converting From Transport to Field 214713 Revision A...

  • Page 231: Predelivery Checklist

    Predelivery Checklist Perform these checks and adjustments before delivering the machine to your Customer. 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. WARNING Do NOT operate the machine with the driveshields open.
  • Page 232 REFERENCE ü ü Item Reference Check that cutterbar doors are unbolted from center channel frame, shipping wire is removed from 5.7 Unpacking Curtains, page 110 cutterbar curtains, and cutterbar curtains are hanging properly. Grease all bearings and drivelines. 6.2 Lubrication Points, page 121 7.7 Checking and Adding Conditioner Roll Timing Check conditioner roll timing gearbox lubricant.
  • Page 234 MacDon Industries Ltd. MacDon Brasil Agribusiness Ltda. 680 Moray Street Rua Grã Nicco, 113, sala 202, B. 02 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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