Adjusting Roll Gap - MacDon R85 Operator's Manual

5. Inspect roll gap at both ends of the rolls. At factory
setting, roll gap (B) should be 25.4 mm (1 in.).
IMPORTANT:
Roll timing is critical when the roll gap is decreased
because the bars may contact each other if the timing
is wrong.
6. Check roll timing. Refer to
7. Reinstall conditioner shield (B) and secure it with
nuts (A).
8. Close the driveshield. Refer to
30.

4.2.2 Adjusting Roll Gap

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. Lower the header fully.
2. Stop the engine and remove the key.
3. Open the driveshield. Refer to
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OPERATING THE HEADER
4.4 Roll Timing, page 90.
3.4 Driveshields, page
3.4 Driveshields, page
B
A
Figure 4.9: Conditioner Roll Gap
A - Crop Direction
Figure 4.10: Conditioner Shield
30.
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B - Roll Gap
A
B
Revision A