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MacDon R216 Unloading And Assembly Instructions

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Rotary Disc Header for Windrowers
Unloading and Assembly Instructions
215405 Revision A
Original Instruction
The Harvesting Specialists.

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  • Page 1 R216 Rotary Disc Header for Windrowers Unloading and Assembly Instructions 215405 Revision A Original Instruction The Harvesting Specialists.
  • Page 2 © 2020 MacDon Industries, Ltd. The information in this publication is based on the information available and in effect at the time of printing. MacDon Industries, Ltd. makes no representation or warranty of any kind, whether expressed or implied, with respect to the...
  • Page 3 Introduction This document describes the unloading, setup, and predelivery requirements for the MacDon R216 Rotary Disc Header, including a Grass Seed (GSS) version. To ensure your customers receive all of the performance and safety benefits from this product, carefully follow the unloading and assembly procedure from the beginning through to completion.
  • Page 4 Summary of Changes At MacDon, we re continuously making improvements, and occasionally these improvements affect product documentation. The following list provides an account of major changes from the previous version of this document. Internal Use Section Summary of Change Only 3 Unloading the Header without Conditioner from a Trailer –...
  • Page 5 Display, page 61 7.2 Attaching Rotary Disc Header to ECN 58180 Added topic. M205 SP Windrower, page 63 7.2.1 Attaching R216 Rotary Disc Header to M205 SP Windrower – Hydraulic Added topic. ECN 58180 Center-Link with Optional Self-Alignment, page 63 7.2.2 Attaching R216 Rotary Disc Header...
  • Page 6 Internal Use Section Summary of Change Only 12.2 Starting the Engine – M205 SP Added topic. ECN 58180 Windrower, page 119 Added image of header with grass seed option to show 11.9 Checking Lights, page 111 ECN 60771 lights location. Added image of header with grass seed optionto show ECN 60771 11.10 Checking Manuals, page 112...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    7.2.1 Attaching R216 Rotary Disc Header to M205 SP Windrower Hydraulic Center-Link with Optional Self-Alignment..........................63 7.2.2 Attaching R216 Rotary Disc Header to M205 SP Windrower Hydraulic Center-Link without Optional Self-Alignment..........................69 7.2.3 Connecting R216 Rotary Disc Header Hydraulics and Electrical to an M205 SP Windrower ......75 215405 Revision A...
  • Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS 7.2.4 Setting the Header Cut Width ......................80 Chapter 8: Unpacking the Curtain......................83 Chapter 9: Installing Other Options......................85 Chapter 10: Lubricating the Rotary Disc Header..................87 10.1 Lubrication Locations Standard Headers ....................88 10.2 Lubrication Locations Grass Seed (Option) .................... 90 Chapter 11: Performing Predelivery Checks....................
  • Page 9 TABLE OF CONTENTS 12.11 Recommended Lubricants ........................ 137 12.12 Torque Specifications........................138 12.12.1 Metric Bolt Specifications......................138 12.12.2 Metric Bolt Specifications Bolting into Cast Aluminum..............140 12.12.3 O-Ring Boss Hydraulic Fittings Adjustable ................. 141 12.12.4 O-Ring Boss Hydraulic Fittings Non-Adjustable ................143 12.12.5 O-Ring Face Seal Hydraulic Fittings ....................

  • Page 11: 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. Two signal words, IMPORTANT and NOTE, identify non-safety related information. 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.

  • Page 12: General Safety

    SAFETY 1.2 General Safety Protect yourself when assembling, operating, and servicing machinery. CAUTION The following general farm safety precautions should be part of your operating procedure for all types of machinery. Wear all protective clothing and personal safety devices that could be necessary for the job at hand.
  • Page 13 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. Use only service and repair parts made or approved by equipment manufacturer.

  • Page 14: Welding Precaution

    SAFETY 1.3 Welding Precaution To prevent damage to sensitive electronics, welding should never be attempted on the rotary disc header while it is connected to a windrower. WARNING Severe damage to sensitive, expensive electronics can result from welding on the header while it is connected to the windrower.

  • Page 15: Safety Signs

    SAFETY 1.4 Safety Signs Safety signs are usually yellow decals, and are placed on the machine where there is a risk of personal injury, or where the operator has to take extra precaution before operating controls. Operator manuals and technical manuals identify the location and meaning of all safety signs placed on the machine.

  • Page 17: Chapter 2: Unloading The Header With Conditioner From A Trailer - North America

    Chapter 2: Unloading the Header with Conditioner from a Trailer – North America The rotary disc header when shipped with a conditioner to anywhere in North America is secured on a shipping stand. WARNING To avoid injury to bystanders from being struck by machinery, do NOT allow people to stand in unloading area. IMPORTANT: Equipment used for unloading the header must meet or exceed the requirements specified below.
  • Page 18 UNLOADING THE HEADER WITH CONDITIONER FROM A TRAILER – NORTH AMERICA 4. Back up until the rotary disc header clears the trailer, and slowly lower it to 150 mm (6 in.) from the ground. 5. Take the rotary disc header to the storage or setup area. 6.

  • Page 19: Chapter 3: Unloading The Header Without Conditioner From A Trailer - North America

    Chapter 3: Unloading the Header without Conditioner from a Trailer – North America The rotary disc header when shipped without a conditioner to anywhere in North America is secured on a pallet. It is grass seed (GSS) ready, and it is shipped with a GSS. CAUTION To avoid injury to bystanders from being struck by machinery, do NOT allow persons to stand in unloading area.

  • Page 21: Chapter 4: Unloading The Header From A Container - Export

    Chapter 4: Unloading the Header from a Container – Export The shipping container contains up to four R216 Rotary Disc Headers (complete with conditioner) placed side by side. WARNING To avoid injury to bystanders from being struck by machinery, do NOT allow people to stand in unloading area.
  • Page 22 UNLOADING THE HEADER FROM A CONTAINER – EXPORT 3. Open container doors, and remove wood blockings and strapping from one header at a time. This is to prevent the unit from shifting which can cause damage. 4. Check container floors for nails or other obstructions, and remove if necessary. 5.
  • Page 23 UNLOADING THE HEADER FROM A CONTAINER – EXPORT 16. Approach the rotary disc header from its underside and slide the forks under the lifting framework as far as possible. 17. Lift and take the rotary disc header to the storage or setup area.

  • Page 25: Chapter 5: Assembling The Header

    Chapter 5: Assembling the Header Follow each procedure in this chapter in order. For headers with conditioner attached, proceed to 5.1 Assembling the Header with Conditioner – Standard Header, page 15. For headers without conditioner, but with optional grass seed kit, 5.2 Assembling the Header without Conditioner –...
  • Page 26 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 3. Remove nuts and bolts (A) from the yellow channel and header supports. 4. Remove yellow braces (B) from the header. Figure 5.2: Shipping Stand Brace – Right Side Shown, Left Side Opposite 5. Remove three bolts and washers (A) holding support channel (B) onto the header supports.

  • Page 27: Lowering The Header

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 7. Export headers only: At the bottom right side of the header, remove hazard/brake light assembly bag (A) from shipping location. Retain for installation later. Figure 5.4: Hazard/Brake Light Assembly Shipping Location 5.1.2 Lowering the Header Complete the following steps to lower the header into working position after it has been lifted off its shipping trailer and set down on the ground.
  • Page 28 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 1. Place wood blocks (A) at a distance of 42 cm (16 1/2 in.) (B) on the outboard side of each shipping stand (C). NOTE: Wood blocks should be 2 x 4 in. and 1 1.5 m (3 5 ft.) in length.

  • Page 29: Unpacking Hydraulic Hoses And Electrical Harness

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 6. Back up the forklift SLOWLY, and lower the rotary disc header (A) into working position on the wooden blocks (B) placed in Step 1, page NOTE: Watch out for contact between hazard light brackets and the lowering chains while the header is being lowered. Take care to avoid damaging the lights and brackets.

  • Page 30: Removing Shipping Stands

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 3. Remove shipping wire cross ties (A) securing hoses (B) to center-link (C) near shipping stands (D), and pull the hoses out from under the center-link. NOTE: Shipping wire cross ties not shown in illustration at right. 4.
  • Page 31 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 2. Remove and discard two bolts (A) and nuts from the top of the header. Repeat on the opposite side of the header. 3. Remove and discard nut (B) and bolt. Figure 5.12: Shipping Stand – Right Side Shown, Left Side Opposite 4.
  • Page 32 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 5. Remove and discard four nuts (A) and bolts (B) from top of shipping stands (C), then remove the shipping stands from the header. Figure 5.14: Shipping Stand 6. Remove shipping wire (A) securing driveshield handle (B) to bolt (C).

  • Page 33: Installing Hazard/Brake Light Assembly Export Only

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 7. Remove and retain bolts (A). Remove and discard shipping plate (B). Repeat at the other side. NOTE: The right hazard/light assembly (C) on Export headers were removed for shipping. 8. North America headers only: Apply medium strength threadlocker (Loctite ®...

  • Page 34: Installing Manual Rear Deflectors

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 5. Retrieve bolts removed with shipping plates in 5.1.4 Removing Shipping Stands, page 6. Apply medium strength threadlocker (Loctite ® 243 or equivalent) to bolt threads (A) and use them to secure hazard/brake light assembly (B) to the header. 7.
  • Page 35 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 2. Remove pin (A) from baffle handle (B), and adjust the rear baffle by placing handle (B) in center position on baffle bracket (C). Figure 5.20: Baffle Handle and Baffle Bracket 3. Replace pin (A) in baffle handle (B) to secure the handle in fully raised position on baffle bracket (C).
  • Page 36 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 4. Turn over deflector (A) and place on rear baffle (B) and between fixed deflector plate (C) and outer plate (D). 5. Loosely secure deflector (A) in place with retained hardware (E) in three locations. Do NOT tighten hardware. Repeat on the opposite side of the header.

  • Page 37: Assembling The Header Without Conditioner Grass Seed Ready

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 5.2 Assembling the Header without Conditioner – Grass Seed Ready 5.2.1 Removing Shipping Panel 1. Remove the straps around the cutterbar securing header to the pallet. 2. Approach the header from behind and place forks (A) from lifting device at openings (B).

  • Page 38: Changing R216 Rotary Disc Header Cutterbar Crop Stream Configuration For Grass Seed Option

    A - Four Crop Stream B - One Crop Stream To change R216 Rotary Disc Header (10 disc) spindle rotation from four crop streams (A) to one crop stream (B): 1. Swap disc/spindle (3) with disc/spindle (8). For instructions, refer to...

  • Page 39: Removing Cutterbar Spindles

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER NOTE: Switching from four streams to one stream is a recommended setting to improve the performance of the header while operating with the grass seed package. Removing Cutterbar Spindles DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat or making adjustments to the machine.
  • Page 40 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 5. Remove spacer plate (A). NOTE: The area around the spindle must be cleaned thoroughly to prevent debris from entering into the cutterbar gearbox. Figure 5.30: Spacer Plate 6. Rotate spindle hub (A) to access nuts (B), and remove eleven M12 lock nuts (B) and washers.

  • Page 41: Installing Cutterbar Spindles

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER Installing Cutterbar Spindles Figure 5.33: Underside of Cutterbar Spindles NOTE: Right discs (A) and left discs (B) are slightly offset as shown, depending on which idler gear the spindle is turning. Spindles that rotate clockwise have left-leading threading Spindles that rotate counterclockwise have right-leading threading IMPORTANT: Right discs (A) and left discs (B) are timed and must be at a 90°...
  • Page 42 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER Figure 5.34: Checking Timing with Disc Timing Tool – View from Above A - Disc Timing Tool (MD #307954) B - Cutter Disc Cap C - Right Disc, Correct Timing D - Left Disc, Correct Timing NOTE: Spindles do NOT need to be bolted to the disc timing tool;...
  • Page 43 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 1. Ensure that spindle O-ring (A) is properly seated, cleaned, and undamaged. Figure 5.35: Left Spindle O-ring 2. Insert spindle (A) into the cutterbar. Figure 5.36: Left Spindle 3. Insert studs (A) into the spindle as shown. NOTE: Plugs are factory-installed as shown in position (B), but may come loose over time.
  • Page 44 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 4. Check and adjust disc timing as follows: NOTE: There are an odd number of teeth on the cutterbar gears which can make spindle hub alignment difficult. Place one end of disc timing tool (A) on adjacent disc (B) and the other end on left spindle as shown.
  • Page 45 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 8. Install spacer plate (A). Figure 5.41: Spacer Plate 9. Place a pin (or equivalent) in front hole (D) of rock guard to prevent disc rotation while tightening bolts. IMPORTANT: Blades are rotation specific. Switch the entire disc when swapping spindles.

  • Page 46: Unpacking Hydraulic Hoses And Electrical Harness

    The Grass Seed (GSS) Completion Package (MD #C2081) is shipped with the R216 Rotary Disc Header. It includes a conditioner module and anti-shatter shield. To install the Grass Seed (GSS) Completion Package to the R216 Rotary DIsc Header, refer to R2 GSS Installation Instruction MD #215492 included in the completion package.

  • Page 47: Chapter 6: Assembling And Installing Forming Shield

    Chapter 6: Assembling and Installing Forming Shield The forming shield deflectors can be adjusted for different size windrow formation. 1. Locate and open the included hardware bag. 2. For headers without the Double Windrow Attachment (DWA) installed, follow these steps: Install shield mount plates (A) on the inside of the windrower legs.
  • Page 48 ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLING FORMING SHIELD 3. For headers with the DWA installed, follow these steps: Install shield mount plates (A) on the inside of the windrower legs. b. Install two hex head M12 X 1.75 X 140-8.8 bolts (B), washers (D), and nuts (C) in the front holes on the shield mounting plates.
  • Page 49 ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLING FORMING SHIELD 7. Remove right deflector (A) and left deflector (B) from shipping crate. Retain for installation later. 8. Remove hinge rods (C) . 9. Remove right bracket (D) and left bracket. Figure 6.4: Parts Sitting on Cover 10.
  • Page 50 ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLING FORMING SHIELD 18. Using spacer (A), hex head M12 X 130 mm bolt (B), and lock nut (C), attach forming shield (D) to shield mount plate (E) installed on the inside of the windrower legs. Repeat on the other side of the windrower and forming shield.
  • Page 51 ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLING FORMING SHIELD 22. At the rear of the forming shield, pull rubber strap (A) up towards the windrower frame. Align the first hole in rubber strap (A) with straight pin (B). 23. Secure rubber strap (A) in place with washer (C) and hair pin (D).
  • Page 52 ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLING FORMING SHIELD 27. Install handle (A) with two flat washers (B) and one rubber washer (C), using one 40 mm-long M12 carriage bolt (D) installed through baffle (F) and right bracket (E). Repeat on the other side of the forming shield. Figure 6.11: Baffle Handle –...
  • Page 53 ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLING FORMING SHIELD 32. Use one 40 mm-long M12 carriage bolt (A) to secure forming shield cover (F), deflector adjustment cover (B), two flat washers (C), one rubber washer (D), and handle (E) together. Repeat on the other side of the forming shield. 33.

  • Page 55: Chapter 7: Attaching Rotary Disc Header To Windrower

    7.1 Attaching Rotary Disc Header to M1240 Windrower The R216 Rotary Disc Header with conditioner or grass seed (GSS) option can be attached to an M1240 Windrower. However, the GSS option is not factory-installed on the header and needs to be installed prior to attaching the header to the windrower.
  • Page 56 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 1. Approach platform (A) on the left cab-forward side of the windrower and ensure the cab door is closed. 2. Push latch (B), and pull platform (A) toward the walking beam until it stops and the latch engages. Figure 7.2: Left Cab-Forward Platform 3.

  • Page 57: Attaching Rotary Disc Header

    ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 6. Route header adapter harness (A) over windrower frame (B) towards the multicoupler base. 7. Loosely secure header adapter harness (A) to the windrower chassis harness (C) with one cable tie (D) near the windrower frame. NOTE: Do NOT tighten cable tie (D) on harness at this point.
  • Page 58 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 1. Hydraulic Center-Link without Self-Alignment: Remove pin (A) and raise center-link (B) until hook is above the attachment pin on rotary disc header. Replace pin (A) to hold center-link in place. IMPORTANT: If the center-link is too low, it may contact the rotary disc header as the windrower approaches the rotary disc header for hookup.
  • Page 59 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER CAUTION When lowering header lift legs without a header or weight box attached to the windrower, ensure the float springs tension is fully released to prevent damage to the header lift linkages. Figure 7.10: Header Float Spring 6.
  • Page 60 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 9. Press HEADER DOWN switch (E) on the ground speed lever (GSL) to fully retract header lift cylinders. 10. Self-Aligning Hydraulic Center-Link: Press the REEL UP switch (B) on the GSL to raise the center-link until the hook is above the attachment pin on the header.
  • Page 61 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 15. Self-Aligning Hydraulic Center-Link: Lower center-link (A) onto the header with REEL DOWN switch on the GSL until the center-link locks into position and the hook release (B) is down. b. Check that the center-link is locked onto the header by pressing the REEL UP switch on the GSL.

  • Page 62: Connecting R216 Rotary Disc Header Hydraulics And Electrical To An M1240 Windrower

    Draper header ready windrowers include one set of hydraulic quick couplers which are compatible with the header drive hoses on the R216. One additional set of quick couplers (MD #B6277) is required. Rotary disc header ready windrowers include hard plumbed hydraulics connections.
  • Page 63 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 5. Remove protective plugs (A) from the ends of the hydraulic hoses. Figure 7.20: Hydraulic Hoses Protective Plugs Proceed with the steps that are relevant to the following windrower configurations: Steps for Connecting Windrower Configuration Hydraulics and Electrical Step 6, page 54...
  • Page 64 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER Rotary disc/draper ready configuration with quick couplers: 6. Ensure hose (A) is disconnected from windrower receptacle (B) and placed in storage cup (C) on multicoupler. Figure 7.22: Couplers – Draper Ready 7. Connect hydraulic fittings to the hydraulic hoses as follows: Attach 90°...
  • Page 65 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 8. Connect the hydraulic hoses to the windrower with quick coupler fittings as follows: Connect disc pressure hose (A) with coupler (B) and torque to 205 226 Nm (151 167 lbf·ft). b. Connect disc return hose (C) with coupler (D) and torque to 205 226 Nm (151 167 lbf·ft).
  • Page 66 Connect disc return hose (D) to hard plumb fitting (E) and torque to 205 226 Nm (151 167 lbf·ft). Connect case drain hose (F) to fitting (G). Figure 7.26: Hard Plumbed Connections on R216 Rotary Disc Header Ready Windrower 12. Grass seed and rotary disc configuration: Connect the...
  • Page 67 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER Quick coupler fittings – rotary disc ready windrower: 14. Connect hydraulic fittings to the hydraulic hoses as follows: Attach 90° elbow fitting (A) and 1 in. female coupler fitting (B) to disc pressure hose (C). b.
  • Page 68 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 18. Connect the hydraulic hoses to the windrower with quick coupler fittings as follows: Connect disc pressure hose (A) with coupler (B) and torque to 205 226 Nm (151 167 lbf·ft). b. Connect disc return hose (C) with coupler (D) and torque to 205 226 Nm (151 167 lbf·ft).

  • Page 69: Restoring Float For Rotary Disc Header

    29. Close the windrower s left platform. For instructions, refer to the windrower operator s manual. 7.1.4 Restoring Float for Rotary Disc Header Follow these steps to restore the float for an R216 Rotary Disc Header used with an M1240 Windrower: 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 70 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 1. Disengage the safety props on both lift cylinders as follows: Turn lever (A) away from the header to raise the safety prop until the lever locks into the vertical position. b. Repeat for the opposite cylinder. NOTE: If the safety prop will NOT disengage, raise the header to release the prop.

  • Page 71: Calibrating Windrower Knife Drive On The Harvest Performance Tracker Display

    7.1.5 Calibrating Windrower Knife Drive on the Harvest Performance Tracker Display When the R216 Rotary Disc Header is attached to an M1240 Windrower, the Harvest Performance Tracker (HPT) will recognize the header ID and configure the windrower accordingly. The rotary disc header must be calibrated to ensure that the knife drive pump output is accurate.
  • Page 72 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 6. Scroll to WINDROWER SETTINGS icon (A) and press SELECT. 7. Scroll to CALIBRATION icon (B), and press SELECT to open the adjustment page. NOTE: The F3 shortcut button on the operator s console will also open the WINDROWER SETTINGS menu.

  • Page 73: Attaching Rotary Disc Header To M205 Sp Windrower

    NOTE: The R216 Rotary Disc Header requires conversion kit (MD #B7220) if being used with an M205 SP Windrower. Once configured for an M205 SP Windrower, the R216 Rotary Disc Header is incompatible with the optional Remote Baffle Control kit (MD #B6664).
  • Page 74 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 4. Remove the float engagement pin from hole (A) to disengage the float springs, and insert the float engagement pin into storage hole (B). Secure with the lynch pin. Repeat for the opposite linkage. IMPORTANT: To prevent damage to the lift system when lowering the header lift linkages without a header or weight box...
  • Page 75 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 7. Slowly drive the windrower forward until the windrower feet (A) enter header supports (B). Continue driving slowly forward until the feet engage the supports and the header nudges forward. Figure 7.47: Header Support 8.
  • Page 76 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 9. Adjust center-link cylinder (A) position with the REEL UP and REEL DOWN switches on the GSL until the hook is positioned above the header attachment pin. IMPORTANT: Hook release (B) must be down to enable the self-locking mechanism.
  • Page 77 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 14. Pull lever (A) outward and rotate it toward the header to lower safety prop (B) onto the cylinder. Repeat for the opposite cylinder. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
  • Page 78 GSL to fully lower the header. 20. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition. 21. Proceed to 7.2.3 Connecting R216 Rotary Disc Header Hydraulics and Electrical to an M205 SP Windrower, page Figure 7.55: Ground Speed Lever 215405...

  • Page 79: Attaching R216 Rotary Disc Header To M205 Sp Windrower Hydraulic Center-Link Without Optional Self-Alignment

    ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 7.2.2 Attaching R216 Rotary Disc Header to M205 SP Windrower – Hydraulic Center-Link without Optional Self-Alignment Attach the header to an M205 SP Windrower that is equipped without an optional self-aligning hydraulic center-link (allows the operator to control the vertical position of the center-link from the cab).
  • Page 80 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 4. To disengage the float springs, move the float engagement pin from engaged position (A) and insert the pin into storage hole (B). Secure the float engagement pin with a lynch pin. Repeat for opposite linkage. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the lift system when lowering the header lift linkages without a header or weight box...
  • Page 81 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 7. Slowly drive the windrower forward until windrower feet (A) enter header supports (B). Continue driving slowly forward until the feet engage the supports and the header nudges forward. Figure 7.61: Header Support 8. Use the following GSL functions to position the center-link hook above the header attachment pin: HEADER TILT UP (A) to retract the center-link HEADER TILT DOWN (B) to extend the center-link...
  • Page 82 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 10. Push down on the rod end of link cylinder (A) until hook (B) engages and locks onto the header pin. IMPORTANT: The hook release must be down to enable the self-locking mechanism. If the release is open (up), manually push it down after the hook engages the header pin.
  • Page 83 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 15. Pull lever (A) outward and rotate it toward the header to lower safety prop (B) onto the cylinder. Repeat for the opposite cylinder. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
  • Page 84 GSL to fully lower the header. 21. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition. 22. Proceed to 7.2.3 Connecting R216 Rotary Disc Header Hydraulics and Electrical to an M205 SP Windrower, page Figure 7.69: Ground Speed Lever 215405...

  • Page 85: Connecting R216 Rotary Disc Header Hydraulics And Electrical To An M205 Sp Windrower

    NOTE: M205 compatibility kit MD #B7220 is required to connect a R216 Rotary Disc Header to an M205 SP Windrower. This kit supplies the hydraulic fittings used for hard-plumbed connections. If the M205 SP Windrower uses quick coupler connections, install quick coupler kit (MD #B5497) onto the R216 Rotary Disc Header pressure and return hoses.
  • Page 86 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER NOTE: When connecting the header hoses to the windrower in the following steps, you can adjust the length of the hoses as follows: Loosen nut (A) and clamp (B) to adjust the length of the case drain hose.
  • Page 87 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER If the M205 SP Windrower has plugs (A) installed in the steel lines, remove the plugs from the steel lines and install the hard-plumbed connections provided in the M205 compatibility kit. For instructions, proceed to Step 13, page Figure 7.74: Pressure and Return Steel Lines with Plugs...
  • Page 88 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 6. Quick coupler connections: Connect pressure coupler (A) to inboard steel line coupler (B). NOTE: For reference, the other end (C) of the pressure hose is connected to the front of the hydraulic motor. 7.
  • Page 89 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER 10. Quick coupler connections: Connect case drain hose (A) to 1/2 in. male flat face fitting (B). NOTE: For reference, the other end of the case drain hose is connected to hydraulic motor port (D). 11.

  • Page 90: Setting The Header Cut Width

    The header sends an electrical signal to the windrower to produce a header ID. However, the cut width will always default to the smallest header size available for each header type. Once you connect the R216 Rotary Disc Header to the M205 SP...
  • Page 91 ATTACHING ROTARY DISC HEADER TO WINDROWER Windrower, the cab display module (CDM) will automatically detect the correct header ID ( DISC and 0001 ) but you need to change the default size of 13.0 FT to a cut width that will optimize your acre count. NOTE: The header MUST be attached to the windrower to perform this procedure.

  • Page 93: Chapter 8: Unpacking The Curtain

    Chapter 8: Unpacking the Curtain The curtain is installed at the front of the header. It minimizes the risk of thrown objects ejected at high speed from the cutterbar area. DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason.
  • Page 94 UNPACKING THE CURTAIN 7. Ensure bumper (A) aligns with the rotary disc header top shield and tighten all loosened hardware (B) to 39 Nm (28.7 lbf·ft) so bumper (A) and cutterbar curtain (C) are held snugly in place. WARNING Ensure the cutterbar is completely clear of foreign objects. These objects can be ejected with considerable force when the machine is started and may result in serious injury or machine damage.

  • Page 95: Chapter 9: Installing Other Options

    Chapter 9: Installing Other Options Install other options (if supplied with shipment) according to the instructions supplied with each kit. 215405 Revision A...

  • Page 97: Chapter 10: Lubricating The Rotary Disc Header

    Chapter 10: Lubricating the Rotary Disc Header The rotary disc header has been lubricated at the factory. However, you should lubricate the rotary disc header prior to delivery to offset the effects of weather during outside storage and transport. 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 98: Lubrication Locations Standard Headers

    LUBRICATING THE ROTARY DISC HEADER 10.1 Lubrication Locations – Standard Headers Standard headers are equipped with conditioners. Figure 10.1: Left Side Lubrication Locations A - Idler/Tensioner Pivot B - Bearing, Roller Conditioner (Two Places) C - U-Joint, Conditioner Driveline (Two Places) D - Slip Joint, Conditioner Driveline 1 E - Idler/Tensioner Pivot F - Bearing, Feed Roll...
  • Page 99 LUBRICATING THE ROTARY DISC HEADER Figure 10.2: Right Side Lubrication Locations C - Slip Joints, Conditioner Drivelines 2 A - Bearing, Roller Conditioner (Two Places) B - U-Joint, Upper Driveline (Two Places) D - U-Joint, Lower Driveline (Two Places) E - Idler Pivot Use high-temperature, extreme-pressure (EP2) performance grease with 10% max molybdenum disulphide (NLGI grade 2) lithium base.

  • Page 100: Lubrication Locations Grass Seed (Option)

    LUBRICATING THE ROTARY DISC HEADER 10.2 Lubrication Locations – Grass Seed (Option) The grass seed (GSS) configuration is an option (MD #C2081). Lubricate idler/tensioner locations (A) and (D) every 25 hours. Lubricate grass seed drum locations (B), (C), (E), and (F) every 50 hours.

  • Page 101: Chapter 11: Performing Predelivery Checks

    Chapter 11: Performing Predelivery Checks Perform final checks and adjustments as listed on the Predelivery Checklist (yellow sheet at the back of this instruction) to ensure the machine is field-ready. Refer to the referenced pages as indicated on the Predelivery Checklist for detailed instructions.

  • Page 102: Adjusting Conditioner Drive Belt

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 6. Measure the length of belt tensioner spring (A) and ensure spring length (B) is 17 mm (11/16 in.) in accordance with spring tension decal (C). If the spring length requires adjustment, refer to 11.1.2 Adjusting Conditioner Drive Belt, page 92, otherwise close the drive shield and proceed 11.2 Header Float, page...
  • Page 103 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 4. Ensure drive belt (A) is in the grooves on drive pulley (B) and driven pulley (C). NOTE: If necessary, loosen the jam nut and adjuster nut to relieve belt tension while checking. Figure 11.5: Conditioner Drive 5.

  • Page 104: Header Float

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 11.2 Header Float The header float feature allows the header to closely follow ground contours and respond quickly to sudden changes or obstacles. 11.2.1 Checking Float – M1240 Windrower 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 105: Setting Float M1240 Windrower

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 11.2.2 Setting Float – M1240 Windrower The float can be set for windrowing with the cutterbar on the ground. The optimum float setting lets the rotary disc header follow the contour of the terrain. 1. Press rotary scroll knob (A) on the Harvest Performance Tracker (HPT) to display the QuickMenu system.
  • Page 106 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS Figure 11.11: Cab Display Module (CDM) Float Adjustment A - CDM Display B - Left Float Adjustment C - Right Float Adjustment D - Header Tilt Down E - Header Lower F - Header Tilt Up Check header float as follows: 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 107: Setting Float M205 Sp Windrower

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 8. Grasp the end of the header and lift. The force to lift should be as noted in the following table and should be approximately the same at both ends. 11.2.4 Setting Float – M205 SP Windrower The float disc can be preprogrammed for three types of windrowing conditions.
  • Page 108 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS Figure 11.13: Cab Display Module (CDM) Float Adjustment A - CDM Display B - Left Float Adjustment C - Right Float Adjustment D - Header Tilt Down E - Header Lower F - Header Tilt Up 3. Using HEADER TILT switches (D) and (F), set the center-link to mid-range position (5.0 on CDM [A]). 4.

  • Page 109: Adjusting Float Using Drawbolts

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS Adjusting Float Using Drawbolts 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. DANGER Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area.

  • Page 110: Activating The Grass Seed (Option)

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 11.3 Activating the Grass Seed (Option) The grass seed (GSS) option must be activated in the windrower s control system the first time it is attached to an M1240 Windrower. To activate the grass seed option with the Harvest Performance Tracker (HPT), follow these steps: NOTE: M205 SP Windrower is not compatible with GSS option.
  • Page 111 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 6. Select the correct header size and type from the HEADER list. Figure 11.19: Header Setup Screen 7. Select ATTACHMENTS from the HEADER SETUP screen. Figure 11.20: Header Setup Screen 8. Select grass seed (GSS) from the menu. The sensor is now active, and the HPT, ground speed lever (GSL), and operator console will control the grass seed attachment.
  • Page 112 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 9. Once the grass seed is activated, Run Screen 2 on the HPT will display speed (A) and pressure (B) of the grass seed drums. Figure 11.22: Run Screen 2 – Grass Seed Active 215405 Revision A...

  • Page 113: Suspended Drum Drive

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 11.4 Suspended Drum Drive Suspended drums aid in feeding crop from the ends of the header into the conditioner. 11.4.1 Checking Suspended Drum Drive The suspended drum drive is set up and tensioned at factory. Ensure the drive belt is properly set and tensioned by following the steps below: DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key...

  • Page 114: Feed Roll Drive Standard Header

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 11.5 Feed Roll Drive – Standard Header 11.5.1 Checking Feed Roll Drive The feed roll drive is set up and tensioned at factory. Ensure the drive belt is properly set and tensioned by following the steps below: 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 115: Checking And Adding Conditioner Roll Timing Gearbox Oil Standard Header

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 11.6 Checking and Adding Conditioner Roll Timing Gearbox Oil – Standard Header 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. IMPORTANT: Check the gearbox oil level when the oil is warm.

  • Page 116: Checking And Adding Oil In Header Drive Gearbox

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 11.7 Checking and Adding Oil in Header Drive Gearbox IMPORTANT: Check the gearbox oil level when the oil is warm. If the oil is cold, idle the machine for approximately 10 minutes prior to checking. 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 117 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 6. Clean the area around check plug (A). 7. Remove check plug (A) with an 13 mm (1/2 in.) socket. 8. Ensure the lubricant is even with the bottom of the check hole (with check plug [A] removed) or slightly runs out of the check hole.

  • Page 118: Checking And Adding Lubricant In Cutterbar

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 11.8 Checking and Adding Lubricant in Cutterbar DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat or making adjustments to the machine. Never work on or beneath an unsupported header.
  • Page 119 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 6. Clean the area around plug (A). Place a 5 liter (5.2 US qts) capacity container under plug (A). 7. Use a 17 mm socket to remove plug (A) and gasket (B) from cutterbar. Oil level must be up to the inspection plug hole. If additional lubricant is required, continue following this procedure and refer to the next step.
  • Page 120 PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 19. Start the engine and lower the header to a level position on the ground. 20. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition. 21. Recheck the oil level. 22. Check gasket (B) for breaks or cracks, and replace if necessary.

  • Page 121: Checking Lights

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 11.9 Checking Lights 1. Check light brackets (A) and make sure they re securely installed and undamaged. 2. Check operation of hazard lights (B) during machine run-up. Figure 11.37: Lights on Standard Header Figure 11.38: Lights on Header with Grass Seed Option 215405 Revision A...

  • Page 122: Checking Manuals

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 11.10 Checking Manuals The following manuals should be stored in the manual storage case (A): R216 Rotary Disc Header Operator s Manual R216 Rotary Disc Header Parts Catalog R216 Rotary Disc Header Quick Card NOTE: Standard header the manual case (A) is located on the left fixed deflector.

  • Page 123: Running Up The Header

    PERFORMING PREDELIVERY CHECKS 11.11 Running up the Header WARNING • Keep everyone 100 m (330 ft.) 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 125: Chapter 12: Reference

    Chapter 12: Reference 12.1 Starting the Engine – M1240 Windrower DANGER • Before starting the engine, be sure there is plenty of ventilation to avoid asphyxiation. • Avoid possible injury or death from a runaway machine. • This machine has safety devices which allow the engine to start only when the ground speed lever (GSL) is in PARK, the steering wheel is locked in the PARK position, and the HEADER ENGAGE switch is in the OFF position.
  • Page 126 REFERENCE 1. Before starting the engine, ensure engine exhaust pipe (A) is not covered or obstructed. NOTE: Before taking the GSL out of PARK, let the hydraulic oil warm up to 32°C (90°F). You can view the hydraulic oil temperature on Run Screen 4 on the Harvest Performance Tracker (HPT) display.
  • Page 127 REFERENCE 7. Turn IGNITION switch (A) to the ON position; the Harvest Performance Tracker (HPT) display (B) will illuminate. If the HPT is still booting up, wait for WAIT TO START (WTS) symbol (C) to disappear before trying to start engine. 8.
  • Page 128 REFERENCE NOTE: When the engine temperature is below 5°C (40°F), the engine will cycle through a period where it appears to labor until it warms up. Do NOT operate the engine above 1500 rpm until the HPT engine temperature gauge is above the blue range (A).

  • Page 129: Starting The Engine M205 Sp Windrower

    REFERENCE 12.2 Starting the Engine – M205 SP Windrower Carefully review the following topic before attempting to start the engine. It contains important information about Operator safety and the engine ignition system. DANGER • This machine has safety devices which allow the engine to start only when the ground speed lever is in N-DETENT, the steering wheel is locked in the NEUTRAL position, and the header drive switch is in the OFF position.
  • Page 130 REFERENCE 2. Ensure lock (A) at the base of the steering column is engaged at cab-forward or engine-forward position. 3. Move ground speed lever (GSL) (B) into N-DETENT. 4. Turn the steering wheel until it locks. It may be possible to move the steering wheel slightly in the locked position.

  • Page 131: Engaging And Disengaging Header Safety Props M1240 Windrower

    REFERENCE 12.3 Engaging and Disengaging Header Safety Props – M1240 Windrower Safety props are located on both header lift cylinders on the windrower. Engage the props anytime you are going to work on or around raised header. When engaged, safety props prevent a header from dropping suddenly if the lift system hydraulics lose pressure.
  • Page 132 REFERENCE 5. Disengage the safety props on both lift cylinders as follows: Turn lever (A) away from the header to raise the safety prop until the lever locks into the vertical position. b. Repeat for the opposite cylinder. NOTE: If the safety prop will NOT disengage, raise the header to release the prop.

  • Page 133: Engaging And Disengaging Header Safety Props M205 Sp Windrower

    REFERENCE 12.4 Engaging and Disengaging Header Safety Props – M205 SP Windrower Safety props are located on both header lift cylinders on the windrower. Engage the props anytime you are going to work on or around raised header. When engaged, safety props prevent a header from dropping suddenly if the lift system hydraulics lose pressure.
  • Page 134 REFERENCE Disengage safety props as follows: 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. 1. Turn lever (A) away from the header to raise the safety prop until the lever locks into vertical position.

  • Page 135: Leveling The Header M1240 Windrower

    REFERENCE 12.5 Leveling the Header – M1240 Windrower The windrower lift linkages are factory-set to provide the proper header level, and should not normally require adjustment. 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 136 REFERENCE 6. Lower the header to approximately 150 mm (6 in.) off the ground. 7. Ensure that channel (A) is against link (B). 8. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition. 9. Measure the distance to the ground at both ends of the header to determine if the header is level.

  • Page 137: Leveling The Header M205 Sp Windrower

    REFERENCE 12.6 Leveling the Header – M205 SP Windrower The windrower linkages are factory-set to provide the proper level for the header and should not normally require adjustment. 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 138 REFERENCE 4. Set the header approximately 150 mm (6 in.) off the ground and check that member (A) is against link (B). 5. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition. 6. Measure the distance to ground at both ends of the header and determine the end that is higher.
  • Page 139 REFERENCE 11. On the high side of the linkage, remove nut, washer, and bolt (A) that attaches shims (B) to the link. 12. Remove one or both shims (B), and reinstall the hardware (A). Figure 12.27: Lift Linkage 13. Start the engine and raise the header fully. 14.

  • Page 140: Closing Driveshields

    REFERENCE 12.7 Closing Driveshields Closing the driveshields before operating the machine will protect drive components from damage. WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury, do NOT operate the machine without the driveshields in place and secured. NOTE: Images shown in this procedure are for the left driveshield the right driveshield is similar. 1.
  • Page 141 REFERENCE 3. Move outboard-half of driveshield (A) back to closed position. Figure 12.32: Left Driveshield 215405 Revision A...

  • Page 142: Opening Driveshields

    REFERENCE 12.8 Opening Driveshields The driveshields provide access to drive components for maintenance and servicing. WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury, do NOT operate the machine without the driveshields in place and secured. NOTE: Images shown in this procedure are for the left driveshield the right driveshield is similar.
  • Page 143 REFERENCE 3. Pull handle (A) and lift inboard driveshield panel (B) toward the middle of the header. 4. Repeat steps on opposite side of the header to open the opposite side driveshields. Figure 12.36: Driveshield – Inboard Panel 215405 Revision A...

  • Page 144: Closing Cutterbar Curtain

    REFERENCE 12.9 Closing Cutterbar Curtain The curtain is installed at the front of the header. It minimizes the risk of thrown objects being ejected at high speed from the cutterbar area. CAUTION To avoid injury, keep hands and fingers away from corners of doors when closing. 1.

  • Page 145: Opening Cutterbar Curtain

    REFERENCE 12.10 Opening Cutterbar Curtain The curtain is installed at the front of the header. It minimizes the risk of thrown objects being ejected at high speed from the cutterbar area. 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 146 REFERENCE NOTE: Cutterbar curtain (A) is held in place between the tines of retaining clips (B). Figure 12.40: Cutterbar Curtain and Retaining Clips 215405 Revision A...

  • Page 147: Recommended Lubricants

    REFERENCE 12.11 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 148: Torque Specifications

    REFERENCE 12.12 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. Use torque value tables as a guide and periodically check tightness of bolts.
  • Page 149 REFERENCE Table 12.3 Metric Class 8.8 Bolts and Class 9 Distorted Thread Nut Torque (lbf·ft) (*lbf·in) Torque (Nm) Nominal Size (A) Max. Max. Min. Min. 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 12.42: Bolt Grades 10-1.5 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0...

  • Page 150: Metric Bolt Specifications Bolting Into Cast Aluminum

    REFERENCE Table 12.5 Metric Class 10.9 Bolts and Class 10 Distorted Thread Nut Torque (lbf·ft) (*lbf·in) Torque (Nm) Nominal Size (A) Max. Max. Min. Min. 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 12.44: Bolt Grades 10-1.5 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0 20-2.5...

  • Page 151: O-Ring Boss Hydraulic Fittings Adjustable

    REFERENCE 12.12.3 O-Ring Boss 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 152 REFERENCE Table 12.7 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings – Adjustable (continued) Torque Value SAE Dash Size Thread Size (in.) lbf·ft (*lbf·in) 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...

  • Page 153: O-Ring Boss Hydraulic Fittings Non-Adjustable

    REFERENCE 12.12.4 O-Ring Boss 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 154: O-Ring Face Seal Hydraulic Fittings

    REFERENCE 12.12.5 O-Ring Face Seal Hydraulic Fittings 1. Check components to ensure that sealing surfaces and fitting threads are free of burrs, nicks, scratches, or any foreign material. Figure 12.49: Hydraulic Fitting 2. Apply hydraulic system oil to O-ring (B). 3.

  • Page 155: Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings

    REFERENCE Table 12.9 O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) Hydraulic Fittings (continued) Torque Value SAE Dash Size Thread Size (in.) Tube O.D. (in.) lbf·ft Note 150 165 111 122 1 7/16 205 226 151 167 1 11/16 1 1/4 315 347 232 256 1 1/2 510 561 376 414...
  • Page 156 REFERENCE Table 12.10 Hydraulic Fitting Pipe Thread (continued) Tapered Pipe Thread Size Recommended TFFT Recommended FFFT 1.5 2.5 9 15 1 1/2 11 1/2 1.5 2.5 9 15 2 11 1/2 215405 Revision A...

  • Page 157: Conversion Chart

    REFERENCE 12.13 Conversion Chart Table 12.11 Conversion Chart Quantity Factor SI Units (Metric) US Customary Units (Standard) Unit Name Abbreviation Unit Name Abbreviation acre acres Area hectare x 2.4710 = Flow liters per minute L/min x 0.2642 = US gallons per minute Force Newton x 0.2248 =...

  • Page 158: Definitions

    Harvest Performance Tracker display module on an M1 Series Windrower Joint Industrial Council: A standards body that developed standard sizing and shape for original 37° flared fitting M1 Series MacDon M1170 and M1240 Windrowers Not applicable North American header Header configuration typical in North America National Pipe Thread: A style of fitting used for low-pressure port openings.
  • Page 159 REFERENCE Term Definition R2 SP Series MacDon R216 Rotary Disc Headers for windrowers Revolutions per minute Society of Automotive Engineers A headed and externally threaded fastener that threads into preformed threads or forms Screw its own thread into a mating part...

  • Page 161: 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 162 For header with grass seed (GSS) option – Check crop 5.2.2 Changing R216 Rotary Disc Header Cutterbar Crop stream configuration is set to one-crop stream. Stream Configuration for Grass Seed Option, page 28 Check cutterbar area carefully for loose parts and hardware on the cutterbar.
  • Page 164 MacDon Industries Ltd. MacDon Brasil Agribusiness Ltda. 680 Moray Street Rua Grã Nicco, 113, Sala 404, B. 04 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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