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  • Page 1 HeaderSettings Guide DynaFlex& Command Series...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    End Skid Alignment………………………………………………………………..pg.19  Guard Angle Setting……………………………………………………………….pg.22  Header Height Setting…………………………………………………………….pg.25  Automatic Header Height Control………………………………………………..pg.27  Trouble Shooting…………………………………..........pg.30  3300 Command Series Settings………………………………………………...pg.40  3300 Command Adjustments…………………………........pg.47  3300 Command Series Options………………………........pg.54  Notes………………………………………………………………………………..pg.58 © 2014 AGCO Corporation...

  • Page 4: Dynaflex Settings Guide Procedure

    Ensure DynaFlex is field ready Set to recommended pressure Align end skid parallel to the ground Confirm guard angle is acceptable and adjust if necessary Set header height to recommended target height Fine-tune automatic header height control system © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 5 Pins are located at the rear of the header on each of the vertical support beams. There are 16 total pins on a 40’ DynaFlex header.  Relocate the pins from the front hole to the rear location to allow the tilt arms to float. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 6 To utilize the cutterbar potentiometers, connect the header main harness (1) to the header control module (2).  Rigid Mode Operation – To utilize the drag rod potentiometers, connect the header main harness (1) to the jumper harness (3). © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 7 The header height control system’s function is to maintain a target voltage reading and will raise or lower the header to achieve the target setting. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 8 Drag rods are most commonly used in small grains in Auto Tilt mode which automatically tilts the platform from side to side and the operator manually controls the header raise and lower. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 9  Manually lower the reel by adjusting the lift cylinder adjustment nut until a minimum gap of 1.5” is achieved between the highest point on the cutterbar and the reel finger tine. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 10 As an initial setting, it is recommended to set the tine pitch to be vertically straight up and down on the back side of the reel rotation. Vertically straight up and down © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 11 This setting would feed a tall, standing crop and have little chance for wrapping on the back rotation of the reel. If harvesting a very tangled, green stem crop that tends to wrap, pitching the tines to be less aggressive will provide positive results. Vertically straight up and down © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 12 This setting would not be recommended in a tall, standing crop or tangled crop as the material would not release from the reel on the back rotation and start to wrap around the reel assembly. Vertically straight up and down © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 13 The operator will be required to manually remove the tangled crop mat once plugged. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 14 This kit will utilize a shorter bottom divider rod and can be retrofitted to previous models. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 15 It is recommended to run the least amount of tension possible on the belts to limit belt streach and improve longevity.  Note: When not in use release tension © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 16  Note: When not in use release tension © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 17 Failure to align the sickle will result in a ragged cut in the center of the header where the two sickles mesh. If the sickle alignment is off 180° and they are moving in sync, the drives will become unbalanced and shake the machine. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 18 Remove the setscrew #1 that holds the letter wheel (#2) to the drive shaft. Remove the letter wheel and rotate so the same letter appears in both of the windows in the left and right driveline bells. Re-install the letter wheel and secure with set screw. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 19 Flex Mode Operation - Min Flexibility – 800 – 900 PSI – Increase pressure when harvesting on flat terrain with no change in contour to decrease weight of cutterbar on the ground and improve end skid wear. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 20 Rigid Mode Operation – Tall Crop – 2400 – 2500PSI – Increase cutterbar pressure to maximum PSI when harvesting tall small grain crops when there is no risk of engaging with the ground or contacting any obstructions. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 21 Ground Level  Target to position your end skid parallel to the ground as an initial setting. This will extend the life of the end skid and provide even wear on the skid from front to back. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 22 Pitching the header rearward to far will prematurely wear the back of the end skid which is a common fault today for most operators. It is only recommended to pitch your header rearward in rocky or muddy conditions to limit the amount of rock intake or mud accumulation on the cutterbar. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 23 Pitching the header too far forward will cause excessive wear on the front of the skid and also pitch your cutterbar guards at a dangerous angle to potentially gouge in the ground. It is not recommended to operate a DynaFlex header at this angle as common practice. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 24 Once the end skid is parallel to the ground, inspect the angle of the guards and make an adjustment to the pitch if necessary. The guard angle should be slightly pitched up from the ground surface. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 25 Cut performance will also be sacrificed and leave a ragged, uneven cut stalk due to the sickle not running parallel to the ground. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 26 The angle of the guards increases the potential to scoop stones or gouge the cutterbar into the ground causing extensive damage. Pitching the cutterbar to this setting can also affect cut performance and leave a jagged, uneven stalk in the field. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...

  • Page 27: Header Height Setting

    This allows the header to flex 4” up from the set point and 4” down providing optimum performance in all conditions.  Lower the header to the target set point by turning the header height adjustment knob located on the right hand console counterclockwise. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 28 Lowering the header height dial to the minimum setting does not equate to the cutterbar lowest cut height in the field. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...

  • Page 29: Automatic Header Height Control

    Closing the accumulator all the way shut will result i very aggressive, jolty response of the header control system – Setting the accumulator all the way open will result i a smoother, more cushioned response of the header control system © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 30 – If the header starts to bounce and hunt, reduce the sensitivity in increments of 10 until the header operation smooths out  Auto Tilt sensitivity initial setting = 50 © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 31  Note: For DynaFlex and Command Corn Heads LH and RH sensor voltages should be above 1 V and under 4 V. Ex 1.3 V to 3.8 V. Tilt is above 5mA and under 19 mA. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...

  • Page 32: Trouble Shooting

    – On early 9250 DynaFlex headers, install larger 1 ½” tilt arm hydraulic cylinders on each end of the header to carry more weight and reduce end skid wear. – Part # 71487457 © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 33 – Increasing the cut height will decrease the down pressure on the ground and reduce the buildup of mud under the header and reduce the tendency to push. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 34 Troubleshooting / Quick Tips  Harvesting in rocky conditions – Pitching the cutterbar rearward will reduce the accumulation of rocks on the cutterbar and ultimately reduce the risk of the combine ingesting a large rock causing extensive damage. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 35 Turning the dial clockwise and increasing cut height to the mid range of the cutterbar travel will provide the best results. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 36 Increase the cutterbar pressure from the minimum setting to limit the potential for the cutterbar to rise up on the tough stalk. Increasing the pressure to approximately 600 – 700 PSI will make the cutterbar more rigid and allow the header to effectively cut the green stem. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 37 Do not turn the header height adjustment dial to the minimum position to attempt to achieve a closer cut, as the guards will actually pitch up resulting in a higher cut height. Target to set the header cut height in the middle of the cutterbar travel range. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 38 Slow down and allow header height control system to react when crossing terraces, ditches, or any other uneven field terrain. – Ensure the guard angle is slightly pitched back to limit potential to gouge cutterbar in the ground © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 39 – Automatic header height and auto tilt sensitivities can be reduced if header is bouncing as faster response performance is not a requirement in flat terrain. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 40 3300 Command Corn Header Setting Guide for Field Performance Primary Settings • Header Pitch • Deck Plate Gap • Header Speed © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 41 Header Pitch • Gleaner S-Series / MF 9500/9505 Series / Challenger 500C/500E: +2 degree interface • IDEAL: -1 degree interface of fixed link, 0 degree feeder face © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 42 Deck Plates • Half open: 31.8 mm or 1.25 in © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 43 • Deck plates should be adjusted so that the ear or parts of the ear are not pull through the gap between deck plates © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 44 Header speed could be a cause • Correct adjustment of deck plates: 3.0mm wider at rear than at front. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 45 Header Speed • Feeder Speed Gleaner S-Series / MF 9500/9505-series / Challenger 500C/500E initial setting: 440-460 rpm. Not to go below 360 rpm • Header speed IDEAL initial setting: 880-900 rpm. Not to go below 720 rpm © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 46 • Goal should be to have stalks pulled down and through 2/3 to 3/4 of the way back in the row unit • Tall crop will require header to be sped up, short crop may allow header to be slowed down © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 47 • Over speeding the header can result in increased butt shelling and ear bounce • But increasing header speed to a point can reduce build up at center of auger is some conditions © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 48 Header Speed • 3300 Command header is geared lower than the 3000 Hugger header. The 3300 header must be run at a higher input shaft speed than the 3000 © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 49 Snout should not rub on gathering chain • If snout is adjusted higher that this crop can get jammed in above gathering chain • If it is desired that the snout be pitched down, pitch entire header © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 50 Interface Accumulator • Ball valve handle needs to be in line with valve in order for accumulator to be operational • Pitch setting needs to be -5° to +5°in order for accumulator to function © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 51 Interface Accumulator • Suggest to leave valve open • When hooking up to head push feeder face against header interface, interface will move to match feeder face angle which allows for feeder to lift and hook header © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 52 • Main purpose of auger adjustment is to adjust so that auger does not interfere with strippers, pan bottoms, or gatherers • Experience has shown that little performance is gained by adjusting auger different than dimensions shown below 10mm to 18mm 10mm to 18mm © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 53 Stalkroll Alignment • Stalkrolls should not be adjusted at front supports in order to attempt better crop interaction • Stalkrolls are meant to be parallel • Use tool 71482242 to properly align stalkrolls during service procedures © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 54 • If head is still equipped with rounded lugs, plates available from service should be fastened to lugs and lugs retimed to staggered configuration • Square lugs grab the crop better. © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 55 • Gatherers need to be adjusted properly to prevent leakage of kernels • Gatherers should rest on chain guides and be centered left and right • To correct adjustment move mounting at front and rear of gatherer Centered left and right © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 56 • Snout skids provide additional flotation for snouts to prevent snout damage. Skids are useful when encountering pivot irrigation tracks If stalks are down and lodged skids may need to be • removed in order to get snout point under crop © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 57 Header Options • Hood flap: • Intent is to stop ears from being launched forward at center of auger © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 58 Header Options • Ear Savers: • There may be some conditions where ear savers are beneficial and customers prefer them. Ear saver kits are available • Based on conditions Ear saver © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 59 Header Options • Auto Header Height Control: • Preferred preference is to operate header in auto lateral tilt and manual height control • It is preferred to use extensions on ground sensors. Part #71486830 © 2014 AGCO Corporation...

  • Page 60: Notes

    Notes © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 61 Notes © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 62 Notes © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 63 Notes © 2014 AGCO Corporation...
  • Page 64 AGCO • 4205 River Green Parkway, Duluth, GA 30096 • Fax 770.813.6038 • AGCOcorp.com AGCO may at any time, and from time to time, for technical or other necessary reasons, modify any of the data, specifications or warranty of the products described herein. Some equipment shown may be optional.

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