Chapter 3: Installation Instructions; Installing Front Axle - MacDon Draper D65 Installation Instructions Manual

Chapter 3: Installation Instructions

To install the Slow Speed Transport option, follow all applicable procedures in order. Some procedures don't apply to all
header models.
Before installing the Slow Speed Transport option, follow these steps:
1. Use a lifting vehicle to raise header, or attach header to windrower or combine and raise header fully.
DANGER
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup or fall of raised header, stop engine, remove key, and engage
header lift cylinder stops before going under header for any reason. If using a lifting vehicle, be sure header is secure
before proceeding.
2. Engage the safety props or support header on blocks on level ground. Blocks should support the header approximately
1 m (3 ft.) off the ground.

3.1 Installing Front Axle

To install the front axle, follow these steps:
1. Attach tensioner bracket (A) to left leg on inboard side with
two 5/8 NC x 1 in. carriage bolts (B) (MD #117015) and nuts
(MD #50225).
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Figure 3.1: Left Header Leg
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A
B
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