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- Page 1 Corn Reel Operation Manual FOR ALL CORN REEL MODELS Revised 09.20 308.708.8185 | Hawkins@HawkinsAg.com | Rev. 09/20...
- Page 2 Table of Contents OPERATION GUIDE IN THE FIELD 1 SERVICE 7 ENABLE REEL FUNCTION 10...
- Page 3 Operation GUide (1) In the field 11 - Initial startup -See (3.1) for information on how to enable the reel function in your combine monitor. -Check that all reel functions are working in the desired direction before going to the field. Reverse hydraulic hoses, if necessary. -Make sure Stop Bolts/Stroke Control Blocks are installed for proper lower height limit.
- Page 4 Operation GUide (1) In the field 12 - General Tips for Operating your Hawkins Corn Reel Slow down! Down corn typically requires slower operating speeds to feed material into the corn head and through the combine, even with a corn reel. If possible, wait for dry conditions to allow smooth feeding of material into the head.
- Page 5 Operation GUide (1) In the field 13 - Setting Corn Reel speed - A good starting point for reel speed is approximately equal to ground speed. - Make small adjustments to reel speed to optimize flow into the corn head. - Running the reel too fast can cause ears to be thrown out of the corn head.
- Page 6 Operation GUide (1) In the field 14 - Setting Corn Reel height - Reel height should be set just low enough to create a conveying action into the corn head. - Running the reel height too low can cause stalk wrapping and overthrow of material. - When harvesting corn that is mostly upright with tops broken, set reel paddles near ear height to aid in moving “fluff”...
- Page 7 Operation GUide (1) In the field 15 - Setting Corn Reel Fore & Aft A good starting point for reel fore & aft is to set the reel just behind the ear saver flaps to aid in moving material as it is sheared off by the stalk rolls. In dry conditions it may help to run the reel closer to the head auger, leaving at least an ear width between the paddle tips and the flighting to avoid shelling.
- Page 8 Operation Guide (1) - In the field 16 - Fore & Aft Control Switch - The Selector Valve for hydraulic functions on the Hawkins Corn Reel is controlled from the combine cab with a 3-position switch. Up Position: Reel Lift function activated Middle Position: Combine deck plate function activated Down Position: Reel Fore &...
- Page 9 Operation Guide (2) - Service 21 – The Hawkins Corn Reel is equipped with grease zerks at critical wear points. These should be greased according to recommendations listed below. Graphite grease is recommended. - Grease Corn Reel bearings daily (10 hours). - Grease Reel Holders &...
- Page 10 Operation Guide (2) - Service 21 – The Hawkins Corn Reel is equipped with grease zerks at critical wear points. These should be greased according to recommendations listed below. Graphite grease is recommended. - Grease Corn Reel hinges weekly (50 hours) - If reel height is adjusted frequently, grease daily (10 hours) Drago/Geringhoff Standard Hinge Hinge...
- Page 11 Operation Guide (2) - Service 22 – General Maintenance - Check all bolts for tightness after the first 5 hours of operation and periodically throughout the harvest season - Recheck all bolts, tension chain, and check for any worn parts before each season of use. 308.708.8185 | Hawkins@HawkinsAg.com| Rev.
- Page 12 Operation Guide (3) - Enable Reel Function 31 - In order for the Hawkins Corn Reel to turn when using a 2600 series monitor, the reel option must be selected in the setup process. The following steps layout the process for enabling the reel function.
- Page 13 Operation Guide (3) - Enable Reel Function 31 - In order for the Hawkins Corn Reel to turn when using a 4600 series monitor, the reel option must be selected in the setup process. The following steps layout the process for enabling the reel function.
- Page 14 Operation Guide (3) - Enable Reel Function 31 - In order for the Hawkins Corn Reel to turn when using a 4600 series monitor, the reel option must be selected in the setup process. The following steps layout the process for enabling the reel function.
- Page 15 Operation Guide (3) - Enable Reel Function 31 - In order for the Hawkins Corn Reel to turn when using a Pro 700 series monitor, the reel option must be selected in the setup process. The following steps layout the process for enabling the reel function.
- Page 16 Operation Guide (3) - Enable Reel Function 31 - In order for the Hawkins Corn Reel to turn when using a Pro 700 series monitor, the reel option must be selected in the setup process. The following steps layout the process for enabling the reel function.
- Page 17 Operation Guide (3) - Enable Reel Function 31 - In order for the Hawkins Corn Reel to turn when using a Pro 700 series monitor, the reel option must be selected in the setup process. The following steps layout the process for enabling the reel function.
- Page 18 308.708.8185 | HawkinsAg.com 2120 4th AVE, Holdrege, NE 68949 308.708.8185 | Hawkins@HawkinsAg.com| Rev. 08/20...
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