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MacDon Swath Compressor Operation And Parts Manual

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Swath Compressor
for M1 Series Windrowers
Setup, Operation, and Parts Manual
214286 Revision C
2017 Model Year
Original Instruction
The harvesting specialists.

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  • Page 1 Swath Compressor for M1 Series Windrowers Setup, Operation, and Parts Manual 214286 Revision C 2017 Model Year Original Instruction The harvesting specialists.
  • Page 2 Swath Compressor for M1 Series Windrowers Published: July 2017...
  • Page 3 List of Revisions 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. Summary of Change Location Added sentence that swath compressor was designed Introduction, page iii to work with D Series draper headers cutting canola.
  • Page 4 Summary of Change Location 4.2 Swath Compressor Hydraulics and Supports – Changed the following items in the Parts List: Parts List, page 42 • MD #136095 replaced by MD #136144 • Added MD #30635 x 2 • Added MD #21763 x 1 •...
  • Page 5 The swath compressor height can be adjusted and monitored with the cab display. Height can be adjusted for crop ripeness, yield, and the amount of compression required. The swath compressor will automatically lift up if an Operator stops and reverses the windrower.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    3.3 Removing the Swath Forming Shield ....................35 Chapter 4: Parts ............................ 37 4.1 Swath Compressor Frame – Parts List....................38 4.2 Swath Compressor Hydraulics and Supports – Parts List ..............42 4.3 Decals...............................46 Chapter 5: Reference ........................... 49 5.1 Torque Specifications .........................49 5.1.1 Metric Bolt Specifications ......................49...
  • Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS Predelivery Checklist........................... 59 Index................................. 61 214286 Revision C...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1: Safety

    1 Safety 1.1 Safety Alert Symbols This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages in this manual and on safety signs on the machine. This symbol means: • ATTENTION! • BECOME ALERT! • YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Carefully read and follow the safety message accompanying this symbol.

  • Page 10: Signal Words

    SAFETY 1.2 Signal Words Three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION, are used to alert you to hazardous situations. The appropriate signal word for each situation has been selected using the following guidelines: DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 11: General Safety

    SAFETY 1.3 General Safety CAUTION The following are general farm safety precautions that should be part of your operating procedure for all types of machinery. Protect yourself. • When assembling, operating, and servicing machinery, wear all protective clothing and personal safety devices that could be necessary for job at hand.
  • Page 12 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. •...

  • Page 13: Maintenance Safety

    SAFETY 1.4 Maintenance Safety To ensure your safety while maintaining machine: • Review operator’s manual and all safety items before operation and/or maintenance of machine. • Place all controls in Neutral, stop the engine, set the park brake, remove the ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, and/or repairing.

  • Page 14: Hydraulic Safety

    SAFETY 1.5 Hydraulic Safety • Always place all hydraulic controls in Neutral before dismounting. • Make sure that all components in hydraulic system are kept clean and in good condition. • Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened, or crimped hoses and steel lines. •...

  • Page 15: Welding Precaution

    SAFETY 1.6 Welding Precaution Welding should never be attempted on the attachment while it is connected to a windrower. WARNING Severe damage to sensitive, expensive electronics can result from welding on the attachment while it is connected to the windrower. It is impossible to know what effect high current could have with regard to future malfunctions or shorter lifespan.

  • Page 16: Safety Signs

    SAFETY 1.7 Safety Signs • Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times. • Replace safety signs that are missing or become illegible. • If original parts on which a safety sign was installed are replaced, be sure repair part also bears current safety sign.

  • Page 17: Safety Sign Decals

    SAFETY 1.8 Safety Sign Decals MD #184372 General hazard pertaining to machine operation and servicing. CAUTION • Read the operator’s manual and follow all safety instructions. If you do not have a manual, obtain one from your Dealer. • Do not allow untrained persons to operate the machine. •...
  • Page 18 STAND CLEAR Figure 1.17: MD #174683 MD #291638 LOCK - SWATH COMPRESSOR DECK • Engage lock when swath compressor is not in use. • Lock forming shield before servicing or working under the windrower. • Lock forming shield before travelling in engine forward mode.

  • Page 19: Chapter 2: Assembly Instructions

    2 Assembly Instructions 2.1 Removing Swath Compressor from Shipping Crate Follow these steps to unpack the swath compressor from the shipping crate. Retain all parts for installation unless instructed to discard. 1. Remove the top cross members (A) from shipping crate and discard.
  • Page 20 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 3. Remove four bolts and nuts (A) and remove two bar clamps (B) from front pivot support (C). Figure 2.3: Removing Front Pivot Support 4. On both sides of the front pivot support (A), remove bolts and nuts (B) securing support (A) to the left and right supports.
  • Page 21 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 7. Remove lynch pin (A) and washer (B) from pivot pin (C) through rod end of cylinder. NOTE: If necessary, lift left support (E) out of frame so pin (C) can slide out. 8. Release latch (D) and remove left support (E) complete with cylinder and hydraulic hoses.
  • Page 22 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 14. Position forklift with forks over front of forming shield, and attach lifting straps (A) through front and back of forming shield frame. 15. Lift forming shield out of shipping crate and set it down on a flat surface at assembly area. Figure 2.9: Lifting Forming Shield with Forklift 214286 Revision C...

  • Page 23: Installing Swath Compressor On M1 Series Windrower

    ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2.2 Installing Swath Compressor on M1 Series Windrower Follow these steps in order to install the swath compressor onto an M1 Series Windrower. The swath compressor weighs approximately 180 kg (400 lb.); two installers are required for this installation.
  • Page 24 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 3. Install front end of left support (A) to the left side of windrower frame with 35 mm M10 bolt (B) and nut through bar clamp and 20 mm M10 bolt (C) through front support (D). Snug bolts. Figure 2.12: Left Support (Front) 4.
  • Page 25 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 7. Install front end of right support (A) to the right side of windrower frame with 35 mm M10 bolt and nut (B) through bar clamp (C) and 20 mm M10 bolt and nut (D) through front support. Snug bolts. Figure 2.15: Right Support (Front) 8.
  • Page 26 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 12. Retrieve second washer (MD #30635) from the manual bag and insert washer between frame and rear of right support at location (A). 13. Secure support (A) and washer to frame with one 35 mm M10 bolt and nut (B). Snug bolts on right support.
  • Page 27 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 16. Ensure front clamps (A) engage windrower frame as much as possible and torque all 14 bolts (B) that hold the swath compressor supports onto the windrower frame. Refer to 5.1 Torque Specifications, page Figure 2.21: View from below Windrower 17.
  • Page 28 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 18. Cut cable tie (A) securing P729 (B) to the larger electrical harness, and connect swath compressor connector to harness P729. Secure loose harness to frame with cable tie. Figure 2.23: Windrower Electrical Harness 19. Prevent contact between the windrower’s fuel filter sensor wire (A) and the swath forming shield frame.
  • Page 29 (A) for five seconds. 24. Shut off engine and remove key. Figure 2.27: Windrower Console Buttons 25. The swath compressor has three hydraulic couplers; one male and two female. Route hoses under the filters and connect hydraulic couplers to the windrower as follows: •...
  • Page 30 (A). Figure 2.29: Forming Shield under Windrower 28. Press the SWATH COMPRESSOR LOWER button (A) to retract the rod end of swath compressor cylinder fully. 29. Shut off engine and remove key. Figure 2.30: Windrower Console Buttons 30.
  • Page 31 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 31. Rotate side deflector shield (A) to working position, and secure it to forming shield with three bolts and nuts (B) from previous step. 32. Install bolts with heads facing the crop and torque nuts to 22 Nm (15 lbf·ft). 33.
  • Page 32 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 35. Ensure bushings (A) are installed onto pins (B) on both sides of rock shaft. 36. Have two installers lift right rear corner of the swath forming shield (C), and engage lowering arm (D) to pin (B). 37. Secure lowering arms to pins with washers (E) and lynch pins (F).
  • Page 33 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 39. Install hairpin (A) to secure pivot pin (B). Repeat on opposite side. Figure 2.36: Connecting Front Pivot Pins 40. Connect rod end of hydraulic cylinder (A) to hole in the left side of rock shaft with pin (B). Ensure plate on pin engages slot in rock shaft support.

  • Page 35: Chapter 3: Operation

    3 Operation 3.1 Activating the Swath Compressor The first time you connect a swath compressor to a windrower it must be activated in the windrower’s control system. To activate the swath compressor with the Harvest Performance Tracker (HPT), follow these steps.
  • Page 36 OPERATION 3. Select ATTACHMENTS (A) from the HEADER SETUP page. Figure 3.3: Header Setup Page 4. Select SWATH COMPRESSOR (A) from the menu. The sensor is now active, and the HPT will control the swath compressor. Figure 3.4: Attachments Page...

  • Page 37: Operating The Swath Compressor

    OPERATION 3.2 Operating the Swath Compressor The following topic explains how the windrower controls the swath compressor, and describes the automated raise/lower functions. CAUTION To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason.
  • Page 38 IMPORTANT message instructing you to raise swath compressor appears on the HPT accompanied by a tone. When the swath compressor is not in use, or when the windrower is in engine forward mode, engage the swath compressor lock. Refer to 3.2.5 Operating the Swath Compressor Lock, page...

  • Page 39: Setting Up The Swath Compressor

    OPERATION 3.2.1 Setting up the Swath Compressor The following settings are suggested as a starting point for first-time users of the swath compressor attachment. CAUTION To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason.

  • Page 40: Programming One-Touch-Return

    3.2.3 Adjusting Down Force The swath compressor is designed to raise up when the force of the crop exceeds the down force pressure setting. When the force from the crop decreases, the compressor deck will automatically return to the target height. This helps the swath compressor avoid damage if it encounters an obstacle.

  • Page 41: Adjusting Side Deflectors

    (A). Loosen jam nut enough to allow the adjustment knob (B) to turn. Do NOT remove nut. • If the swath compressor down force is too light (not enough compression/not anchored to stubble), turn adjuster knob (B) to the right (clockwise) in 1/2 turn increments.

  • Page 42: Operating The Swath Compressor Lock

    OPERATION 3.2.5 Operating the Swath Compressor Lock The swath compressor lock is located on the left side-channel of the swath compressor frame. When engaged, the lock prevents the forming shield from lowering. Turn lock handle (A) clockwise to engage the swath compressor lock under the following conditions: •...

  • Page 43: Removing The Swath Forming Shield

    3.3 Removing the Swath Forming Shield Windrower service or maintenance procedures may require access under the machine. Do NOT service the windrower by lowering the swath compressor and sitting on top of the forming shield. To remove the swath forming shield follow these steps:...
  • Page 44 OPERATION 4. To release rear side of swath forming shield, have one installer support shield (C) while another installer disconnects lowering arms (D) from pins (B) on both sides of frame by removing lynch pins (F) and washers (E). 5. On both sides of frame, store bushings (A), washers (E) and lynch pins (F) on pins (B).

  • Page 45: Chapter 4: Parts

    4 Parts This section lists all the replacement parts that can be ordered for the Swath Compressor for M1 Series Windrowers. When ordering, provide the complete and proper part number. 214286 Revision C...

  • Page 46: Swath Compressor Frame - Parts List

    PARTS 4.1 Swath Compressor Frame – Parts List 214286 Revision C...
  • Page 47 Serial Number Description Number SUPPORT – DEFLECTORS, WELD'T 277318 DEFLECTOR – LH WELD'T 277410 DEFLECTOR – RH WELD'T 277411 SHEET – SWATH COMPRESSOR 277323 DISC – RETAINER 128697 BUSHING – FLANGE 128737 ARM – LOWER 128729 BUMPER – RUBBER 203350 ANGLE –...
  • Page 48 PARTS 214286 Revision C...
  • Page 49 PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number BOLT – HEX SOC M6X1X20-12.9-AB0R 191393 NUT – HEX FLG CTR LOC M6X1-8-A2L 152668 BOLT – RHSN TFL M10X1.5X30-8.8-A3L 184662 WASHER – FLAT 16652 NUT – HEX NYLOC M10X1.5-8-A3L 184692 WASHER – FLAT REG M10-200HV-A3L 184711 BOLT –...

  • Page 50: Swath Compressor Hydraulics And Supports - Parts List

    PARTS 4.2 Swath Compressor Hydraulics and Supports – Parts List 214286 Revision C...
  • Page 51 135474 FITTING – ELBOW 90° HYD CW O-RING 136149 FITTING – ADAPTER 136194 FASTENER – FIR TREE MT W/ TIE 136655 HARNESS – SWATH COMPRESSOR 209256 DECAL – DOWN FORCE 128973 DECAL – UP LOCK 128974 SUPPORT – RH WELD'T 128781 SUPPORT –...
  • Page 52 PARTS 214286 Revision C...
  • Page 53 PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number BAR – CLAMP 128776 PIN – PIVOT 128756 PIN – HAIR 13125 PIN – COTTER 3/16 DIA X 1.25 ZP 18648 ROCKSHAFT – LIFT, WELD'T 128770 DEFLECTOR – FRONT 128699 BAR – CLAMP 277435 FITTING –...

  • Page 54: Decals

    PARTS 4.3 Decals 214286 Revision C...
  • Page 55 PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number DECAL – HIGH PRESSURE FLUID 166466 DECAL – DOWN FORCE 128973 DECAL – DECK LOWER LOCK (may not be exactly as shown) 291638 DECAL – PINCH POINT 174683 DECAL – READ MANUAL 184372 214286 Revision C...

  • Page 57: Chapter 5: Reference

    5 Reference 5.1 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. •...
  • Page 58 REFERENCE Table 5.2 Metric Class 8.8 Bolts and Class 9 Distorted Thread Nut Torque (lbf·ft) Torque (Nm) Nominal (*lbf·in) Size (A) Min. Max. Min. Max. 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 5.2: Bolt Grades 10-1.5 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0...

  • Page 59: Metric Bolt Specifications Bolting Into Cast Aluminum

    REFERENCE Table 5.4 Metric Class 10.9 Bolts and Class 10 Distorted Thread Nut Torque (lbf·ft) Torque (Nm) Nominal (*lbf·in) Size (A) Min. Max. Min. Max. 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 5.4: Bolt Grades 10-1.5 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0 20-2.5...

  • Page 60: O-Ring Boss (Orb) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable)

    REFERENCE 5.1.3 O-Ring Boss (ORB) 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 61 REFERENCE Table 5.6 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable) Torque Value SAE Dash Size Thread Size (in.) lbf·ft (*lbf·in) 5/16–24 6–7 *53–62 3/8–24 12–13 *106–115 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 75–82 55–60 1-1/16–12 120–132 88–97...

  • Page 62: O-Ring Boss (Orb) Hydraulic Fittings (Non-Adjustable)

    REFERENCE 5.1.4 O-Ring Boss (ORB) 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 63: O-Ring Face Seal (Orfs) Hydraulic Fittings

    REFERENCE 5.1.5 O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) Hydraulic Fittings 1. Check components to ensure that sealing surfaces and fitting threads are free of burrs, nicks, scratches, or any foreign material. Figure 5.9: Hydraulic Fitting 2. Apply hydraulic system oil to O-ring (B). 3.

  • Page 64: Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings

    REFERENCE Table 5.8 O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) Hydraulic Fittings (continued) Torque Value SAE Dash Size Thread Size (in.) Tube O.D. (in.) lbf·ft – – Note 1-7/16 150–165 111–122 1-11/16 1-1/4 205–226 151–167 1–2 1-1/2 315–347 232–256 2-1/2 510–561 376–414 5.1.6 Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings Assemble pipe fittings as follows: 1.

  • Page 65: Conversion Chart

    REFERENCE 5.2 Conversion Chart Table 5.10 Conversion Chart SI Units (Metric) Inch-Pound Units (Imperial) Factor Quantity Unit Name Abbreviation Unit Name Abbreviation acres acres Area hectares x 2.4710 = US gallons per minute gpm Flow liters per minute L/min x 0.2642 = Force Newtons x 0.2248 =...
  • Page 67 — sure all shipping dunnage is removed. Check for loose hardware. Tighten to required 5.1 Torque Specifications, page 49 torque. Raise and lower swath compressor to check for linkage binding. Rubber bumpers at rear should • Page 4, page 16 contact windrower frame when fully raised.
  • Page 69 Index 152732 ..............45 13125..............45 184595 ..............45 16652..............41 184662 ..............41 18601..............45 184692 ..............41 18648..............45 184694 ..............45 18798..............45 184711 ..............41 21763..............45 184714 ..............45 30505..............45 191393 ..............41 30628..............45 197230 ..............45 30635..............45 203350 ..............39 30753..............45 209256 ..............43 32247..............41 232597 ..............43 42046..............43 247693 ..............39 50193..............43 252291 ..............45 112940 ..............43 277041 ..............43...
  • Page 70 INDEX service removing forming shield........35 harvest performance tracker (HPT) setup activating............27 initial settings ............31 hydraulics installing............15 fittings unpacking............11 O-ring boss (ORB) adjustable ......52 side deflectors O-ring boss (ORB) non-adjustable ....54 adjusting ............33 O-ring face seal (ORFS).........55 specifications tapered pipe thread fittings ......56 torque specifications .........49 hydraulic safety...........6 torque specifications..........49...
  • Page 72 10708 N. Pomona Avenue Kansas City, Missouri United States 64153-1924 t. (816) 891-7313 f. (816) 891-7323 MacDon Australia Pty. Ltd. A.C.N. 079 393 721 P.O. Box 243, Suite 3, 143 Main Street Greensborough, Victoria, Australia 3088 t. 03 9432 9982 f.

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