Forming Shields; Adjusting The Side Deflectors - MacDon R85 Operator's Manual

4.5 Forming Shields

WARNING
Keep hands and feet away from discharge opening. Keep everyone several hundred feet away from your
operation. Never direct the discharge toward anyone. Stones or other foreign objects can be ejected
with force.
The position of the forming shields controls the width and placement of the windrow. The decision on forming shield
position should be based on the following factors:
• Weather conditions (rain, sun, humidity, wind)
• Type and yield of crop
• Drying time available
• Method of processing (green-feed, bales, silage)
A wider windrow will generally dry faster and more evenly resulting in less protein loss. Fast drying is especially
important in areas where the weather allows only a few days to cut and bale. For more information, refer to
Haying, page 117.
A narrower windrow may be preferred for ease of pickup and when drying is not critical (for example, when cutting
for silage or green-feed).

4.5.1 Adjusting the Side Deflectors

The position of the side deflectors controls the width and placement of the windrow.
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. Set forming shield side deflectors (A) to desired width
by repositioning adjuster bars (B) in holes in forming
shield cover. To ensure windrow placement is centered,
adjust both side deflectors to the same position.
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Figure 4.18: Forming Shield
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