Inspecting The Cutterbar Discs; Removing A Cutterbar Disc - MacDon R85 Operator's Manual

5.3.2 Inspecting the Cutterbar Discs

Perform the following cutterbar disc inspection daily:
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 cutterbar doors. Refer to
4. Check discs (A) for damage or loose fasteners.
5. Replace damaged discs. Refer to:
•
5.3.3 Removing a Cutterbar Disc, page 138
•
5.3.4 Installing a Cutterbar Disc, page 139
6. Replace damaged fasteners. Tighten loose fasteners.
7. Close the cutterbar doors. Refer to
page 33.

5.3.3 Removing a Cutterbar Disc

CAUTION
Exercise caution when working around the blades. Blades are sharp and can cause serious injury. Wear
gloves when handling blades.
1. Open cutterbar door(s). Refer to
2. Identify which disc needs to be replaced.
3. Place a block of wood between two discs to prevent disc rotation while loosening bolts.
4. If the disc has a deflector installed on it, remove the rotary deflector. Refer to:
•
Removing the Driveline Deflector, page 151
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Removing the Driven Deflector, page 150
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3.5 Cutterbar Doors, page
3.5 Cutterbar Doors,
3.5 Cutterbar Doors, page
138
33.
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Figure 5.11: Cutterbar Disc
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