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MacDon HC10 Operation And Parts Manual

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Hay Conditioner for D-Series Draper
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Setup, Operation, and Parts Manual
214033 Revision A
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The harvesting specialists.

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  • Page 1 HC10 Hay Conditioner for D-Series Draper Headers Setup, Operation, and Parts Manual 214033 Revision A Original Instruction The harvesting specialists.
  • Page 2 MacDon HC10 Hay Conditioner Published June, 2016...
  • Page 3 MacDon publications. Failure to do so may compromise machine function and machine life and may result in a hazardous situation. The HC10 Hay Conditioner is NOT intended for use with the M205 Self-Propelled Windrower. Refer to the following table to determine if the HC10 Hay Conditioner is compatible with your windrower in your market:...
  • Page 4 List of Revisions The following list provides an account of major changes from the previous version of this document. Location Summary of Change Updated parts list—spring (MD #130744) and insert 6.3 Upper Roll Assembly, page 98 (MD #34019) superseded by spring sub-assembly (MD #183660).
  • Page 5 Serial Numbers Record the serial number of the hay conditioner in the space below. Hay Conditioner Serial Number: ____________ Serial Number Plate (A) is located on the rear cover of the conditioner frame as shown below. Figure 1: Serial Number Plate 214033 Revision A...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ............................i List of Revisions ..........................ii Serial Numbers..........................iii Safety ..............................1 Safety Alert Symbols........................1 Signal Words........................... 2 General Safety ..........................3 Maintenance Safety ......................... 5 Hydraulic Safety ..........................6 Safety Signs ............................ 7 1.6.1 Installing Safety Decals ......................
  • Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS 4.9.1 Roll and Feed Draper Speed....................70 4.9.2 Adjusting Roll Gap ......................... 70 4.9.3 Checking and Adjusting Roll Timing..................71 4.9.4 Adjusting Conditioner Roll Tension ..................72 4.9.5 Forming Shields ........................73 Adjusting Forming Shield Height ..................74 Adjusting Side Deflectors ....................
  • Page 9 TABLE OF CONTENTS 7.1.7 O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) Hydraulic Fittings................135 7.1.8 Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings ....................137 Conversion Chart..........................138 Index ..............................139 Predelivery Checklist ........................143 214033 Revision A...

  • Page 11: 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 follow safety message accompanying this symbol.

  • Page 12: 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 13: 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 the protective clothing and personal safety devices that could be necessary for the job at hand.
  • Page 14 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 the shaft and can telescope freely. •...

  • Page 15: Maintenance Safety

    SAFETY 1.4 Maintenance Safety To ensure your safety while maintaining the machine: • Review the operator’s manual and all safety items before operation and/or maintenance of the 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 16: Hydraulic Safety

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

  • Page 17: Safety Signs

    SAFETY 1.6 Safety Signs • Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times. • Replace safety signs that missing become illegible. • If original parts on which a safety sign was installed are replaced, be sure the repair part also bears the current safety sign.

  • Page 19: Product Overview

    Center-link used to change header angle CGVW Combined vehicle gross weight D-Series header MacDon D50, D60, and D65 rigid draper headers Double knife Double-knife drive Finger tight is a reference position where sealing surfaces or components are Finger tight making contact with each other and fitting has been tightened to a point where fitting is no longer loose...
  • Page 20 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Term Definition Revolutions per minute RoHS (Reduction of A directive by the European Union to restrict use of certain hazardous substances Hazardous Substances) (such as hexavalent chromium used in some yellow zinc platings) Society of Automotive Engineers A headed and externally threaded fastener that threads into preformed threads or Screw forms its own thread in one of mating parts A joint made with use of a fastener where joining materials are compressible or...

  • Page 21: Specifications

    Windrower, and is for use with the M100 or M105 Self-Propelled Windrower ONLY in Export markets. 1. To avoid poor performance, the HC10 Hay Conditioner should NOT be attached to 30 ft. or 35 ft. draper headers in heavy crop conditions.

  • Page 22: Component Identification

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW 2.3 Component Identification Figure 2.1: Back View of Hay Conditioner Installed in Header A - Hydraulics To Header B - Lift Arms C - Roll Timing Tool D - Stand F - L-Pins E - Timing Gears G - Hydraulic Motor 214033 Revision A...
  • Page 23 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Figure 2.2: Back View of Hay Conditioner Installed in Header A - Spacer B - Mounting Bracket C - Lifting Lugs D - Mounting Bracket F - Rolls E - Spacer G - Drive Belt Shield Figure 2.3: Front View of Hay Conditioner Installed in Header A - Mounting Bracket B - Roll Gap Adjusters C - Feed Deck Motor...
  • Page 24 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Figure 2.4: Swath Forming Shield A - Side Deflector Adjusters B - Side Deflectors C - Height Adjust Strap D - Fluffer Shield E - Deflector Fins 214033 Revision A...

  • Page 25: Unloading And Assembly

    3 Unloading and Assembly To unload and assemble an HC10 Hay Conditioner, follow each of the procedures in this chapter in order. 3.1 Unloading the Hay Conditioner CAUTION To avoid injury to bystanders from being struck by machinery, do NOT allow people to stand in unloading area.
  • Page 26 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY To unload the hay conditioner, follow these steps: 1. Remove hauler's tie down straps and chains. 2. Use forklift to lift the first of three pallets of hay conditioner components off of the trailer deck. 3. Back up until unit clears trailer and slowly lower to 150 mm (6 in.) from ground.

  • Page 27: Preparing The Header

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.2 Preparing the Header To prepare the draper header for installation of the hay conditioner, follow these steps: 1. Adjust the header stand (A) to mid-position. Figure 3.4: Header Stand 2. Trim plastic deflector along creased line (A) on back of deflector for proper fit up to conditioner.

  • Page 28: Installing The Rock Grate

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.3 Installing the Rock Grate To install the rock grate, follow these steps: 1. Unpack feed deck / rock grate bundle. 2. Position rock grate (A) into center area of header. 3. Lift rock grate (A) and position the rear tabs (C) so they slide over the header leg flanges.

  • Page 29: Installing Deck Brackets

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.4 Installing Deck Brackets To install the deck brackets onto the header, follow these steps: 1. Install the two lower brackets (A) onto the inside of both center header legs with two bolts and nuts (B) in each bracket.
  • Page 30 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 6. Remove the hose guide (A) located near the left-hand center leg. (For 20-foot and larger headers, remove this support from its mounting position on sheet metal hose cover.) Figure 3.11: 15-ft. Header Shown 7. Attach hose assembly (A) onto the left-hand center leg and install nut on lower bolt (C).

  • Page 31: Installing The Feed Deck

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.5 Installing the Feed Deck To install the feed deck, follow these steps: 1. Slide feed deck (A) under header opening from the rear. Deck drive motor faces aft. Figure 3.13: Feed Deck 2. Set front of deck (A) onto the rock grate and slide the feed deck forward until the locating pins (B) reach the pockets on the rock grate.
  • Page 32 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY Figure 3.16: Feed Deck – RH Side 5. Attach the hose bracket (A) to the mounting bracket with two 3/8 x 1.0 in. long carriage bolts (B). 6. Adjust header side drapers to overlap feed deck by 65 to 75 mm (2-1/2 to 3 in.).

  • Page 33: Installing The Conditioner

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.6 Installing the Conditioner There are two methods for installing the conditioner. Refer to the following sections for instructions: • The lifting method, refer to 3.6.1 Installing Conditioner: Lifting Method, page 23 • The windrower method, refer to 3.6.2 Installing Conditioner: Windrower Method, page 25 3.6.1 Installing Conditioner: Lifting Method DANGER...
  • Page 34 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 5. Carefully lower the windrower lift legs until lugs (A) on conditioner are seated in the U-shaped brackets (B) on header. 6. Ensure the conditioner is seated properly in the brackets and remove the chains. Figure 3.19: Conditioner Lug 7.

  • Page 35: Installing Conditioner: Windrower Method

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 9. Connect the five hydraulic hoses between the conditioner and the header as follows: • Small male quick-disconnect from motor to header (A) • Large female quick-disconnect from motor to header (B) • Small female quick-disconnect from deck to header (C) •...
  • Page 36 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 2. Attach chain (A) to lifting brackets (B) on conditioner and secure chain to lifting device. 3. Lift off of shipping pallet and set conditioner on ground in upright position. Figure 3.24: Conditioner and Lifiting Brackets 4. Retrieve stand (A) and hairpin (B) from conditioner bundle (MD #B4798) and install stand in slot in base at lower right-hand end of conditioner.
  • Page 37 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY Figure 3.27: Lifting Arm – RH 7. Remove L-pins (A) securing lifting arms to conditioner. (Rotate pins to align key-hole slot.) Figure 3.28: Conditioner 8. Swing out lift arms (A) and secure latches. Figure 3.29: Conditioner 214033 Revision A...
  • Page 38 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 9. Position the windrower arms in the lift arm pockets and insert the L-pins (A) for safety. Figure 3.30: Windrower Arms 10. Remove the stand (A) and store with hairpin (B) in toolbox. 11. Lift the conditioner and position into the header opening from the rear.
  • Page 39 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 14. Lift latch (B) to release conditioner lift arm (A) and fold up to storage position on conditioner. Figure 3.33: Conditioner Lift Arm 15. Install L-pin (A) through arm and bracket on conditioner and lock into place. (Rotate L-pins to align spring pins with key-hole slot).
  • Page 40 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 17. Install 5/8 in. x 1-1/2 in. carriage bolt (A) in the left-hand lower attachment location. Figure 3.36: Conditioner – LH Side 18. Connect the five hydraulic hoses between the conditioner and the header as follows: • Small male quick-disconnect from motor to header (A) •...

  • Page 41: Attaching Hydraulics

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.7 Attaching Hydraulics The procedure for attaching hydraulics is different for 15-foot draper headers. • If attaching a 15-foot header, refer to 3.7.1 Attaching Hydraulics: 15-Foot Headers, page • When attaching any other size header, refer to 3.7.2 Attaching Hydraulics: All Headers Except 15-Foot, page 3.7.1 Attaching Hydraulics: 15-Foot Headers To attach hydraulics to a 15-foot draper header, follow...
  • Page 42 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 4. Remove the knife drive coupler (A), draper drive coupler (B), the case drain coupler (C) and its extension tube (D). Figure 3.40: Hydraulic Couplers 5. Retrieve coupler bracket (A) from bundle and position the coupler bracket (A) onto housing. 6.

  • Page 43: Attaching Hydraulics: All Headers Except 15-Foot

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 10. Route the conditioner pressure hose (A) (orange cable tie) behind the motor and attach it to the coupler (B). Figure 3.43: Conditioner Hydraulics 11. Loop the conditioner return line (A) up over top of the couplers and connect to the pressure port (B) on the motor.
  • Page 44 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 4. Detach knife motor case drain line (D) from bulk head fitting at coupler mount (A). 5. Install conditioner case tee fitting (B) and conditioner case drain line (C). 6. Remove knife drive hose (G). Figure 3.46: Hydraulic Coupler Components A - Coupler Mount B - Conditioner Case Tee C - Conditioner Case Drain...
  • Page 45 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY Figure 3.48: Feed Draper Return Hydraulics (Shields Removed to Expose the Feed Draper Return Hose Connection) B - Pressure Reducing Valve A - Check Valve Tee C - Feed Draper Return Hose 214033 Revision A...

  • Page 46: Header Schematics

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.8 Header Schematics For an explanation of the acronyms used in this section, refer to 2.1 Definitions, page Figure 3.49: Coupler Legend when Connected to a Windrower A - Knife Drive Pressure (3/4 in. Coupler) B - Draper/Knife Return Line (3/4 in. Coupler) C - Draper Pressure (1/2 in.
  • Page 47 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY NOTE: Red line is pressure, blue line is return, and dotted line is case drain. Figure 3.50: D-Series 15-Foot Double-Knife Drive, Timed, Hydraulic Deck Shift, HC10 A - Timed Knife Drive Motor B - LH Draper Motor (Inboard)
  • Page 48 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY NOTE: Red line is pressure, blue line is return, and dotted line is case drain. Figure 3.51: D-Series Double-Knife Drive, Timed, Hydraulic Deck Shift, HC10, Upper Cross Auger (All Headers Except 15-Foot) A - Timed Knife Drive Motor...

  • Page 49: Assembling The Forming Shield

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.9 Assembling the Forming Shield To assemble forming shield, follow these steps: 1. Unpack the forming shield cover (A) and deflectors and fins bundle (B). Figure 3.52: Forming Shield Components 2. Lay cover (A) upside down (flanges of side supports facing up) on a flat surface.
  • Page 50 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3. Assemble fins (A) to bottom of shield as shown in illustration at right using hardware provided. The two long fins (B) are handed (outboard and inboard sides) and should be installed with bolts on outboard side of the fin.
  • Page 51 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 6. Position deflector (A) on cover as shown in illustration at right, and install with hex bolt (B) and flange nut removed in previous step. 7. Tighten flange nut enough to hold deflector (A) in position, but still allow deflector to move. Figure 3.57: Side Deflector –...

  • Page 52: Installing The Forming Shield

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.10 Installing the Forming Shield To install the forming shield, follow these steps: 1. Position the forward end of the forming shield (A) onto the two pins (B) located on the rear cover of the conditioner. Figure 3.60: Forming Shield 2.
  • Page 53 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 7. Install shield transport support (A) on windrower frame with two 3/8 x 1.0 in. carriage bolts and nuts (B). Figure 3.63: Shield Transport Support 214033 Revision A...

  • Page 54: Attaching To A Windrower

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.11 Attaching to a Windrower Refer to the windrower unloading and assembly instructions or operator’s manual for instructions on attaching the header to an M-Series Self-Propelled Windrower. Once the header and windrower are attached, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 55: Lubricating The Conditioner

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.12 Lubricating the Conditioner 3.12.1 Greasing Procedure CAUTION To avoid personal injury, before servicing header or opening drive covers, follow procedures in Preparation for Servicing, page 1. To avoid injecting dirt and grit, wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before greasing. For various locations of grease fittings, refer to 3.12.2 Lubrication Points, page 2.

  • Page 56: Lubrication Points

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.12.2 Lubrication Points Figure 3.65: Lubrication Points A - Drive Roller Bearing Lubrication Point B - Idler Roller Bearing Lubrication Point C - Idler Roller Bearing Lubrication Point 214033 Revision A...
  • Page 57 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY Figure 3.66: Lubrication Points A - Roll Shaft Bearing Lubrication Points (Four Places) 214033 Revision A...

  • Page 58: Performing Predelivery Checks

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.13 Performing Predelivery Checks DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected starup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat for any reason. Perform the final checks and adjustments as listed on the Predelivery Checklist (yellow sheet attached to this instruction –...

  • Page 59: Checking Roll Gap

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.13.2 Checking Roll Gap Factory setting should be 20 mm (3/4 in.) or at 1.5 line on gauge (A). Gauge readings should be the same at both ends of the roll. If roll gap requires adjusting, refer to 4.9.2 Adjusting Roll Gap, page Figure 3.69: Roll Gap Gauge...

  • Page 60: Running Up The Conditioner

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3. From the rear of the conditioner, locate tool at center of rolls (A) as shown in illustration at right, and manually turn rolls to limits of tool. Rolls will engage the tool if timing is correct. 4.

  • Page 61: Storing Manuals

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.13.5 Storing Manuals Place this manual in the storage case (A) in the windrower. The Predelivery Checklist (yellow sheet attached to this instruction—refer to Predelivery Checklist, page 143) should be retained by either the Dealer or the Operator. Figure 3.73: Manual Storage Case (M155 Shown) 214033 Revision A...

  • Page 63: Operation

    4 Operation 4.1 Owner/Operator Responsibilities CAUTION • It is your responsibility to read and understand this manual completely before operating the header. Contact your Dealer if an instruction is not clear to you. • Follow all safety messages in the manual and on safety decals applied to the machine. •...

  • Page 64: Operational Safety

    OPERATION 4.2 Operational Safety CAUTION Follow these safety precautions: • Follow all safety and operational instructions given in your windrower operator's manuals. If you do not have a windrower manual, get one from your Dealer and read it thoroughly. • Never start or move the machine until you are sure all bystanders have cleared the area.

  • Page 65: Attaching Hay Conditioner To Header

    OPERATION 4.3 Attaching Hay Conditioner to Header Refer to the following sections (in order) for instructions on installing the HC10 Hay Conditioner and forming shield on your D-Series draper header. • 3.3 Installing the Rock Grate, page 18 • 3.4 Installing Deck Brackets, page 19 •...

  • Page 66: Detaching Hay Conditioner From Header

    OPERATION 4.4 Detaching Hay Conditioner from Header There are two methods for detaching the hay conditioner from the header. Refer to the following sections for instructions: • The windrower method, refer to 4.4.1 Detaching Hay Conditioner: Windrower Method, page 56 •...
  • Page 67 OPERATION 4. Remove the two lynch pins (A) securing forming shield to conditioner pins and remove shield. Figure 4.4: Forming Shield 5. Disconnect the five hydraulic hoses between the conditioner and the header. Figure 4.5: Hydraulic Hoses A - Conditioner Motor Pressure Hose B - Deck Motor Return Hose C - Case Drain Hose D - Deck Motor Pressure Hose...
  • Page 68 OPERATION Figure 4.7: Conditioner – LH Side 7. Hardware at lifting arms has been tightened for shipping. If not done previously, loosen two bolts per side just enough to allow arms to swing out. 8. Remove L-pins (A) securing lifting arms to conditioner. (Rotate L-pins to align spring pins with key-hole slot.) Figure 4.8: L-Pins on Header Arm 9.
  • Page 69 OPERATION 10. Position the windrower arms in the lift arm pockets (A) and insert the L-pins for safety. Figure 4.10: Lift Arm Pockets 11. Carefully raise the windrower lift legs until lugs (A) on conditioner clear the U-shaped brackets (B) on header. 12.

  • Page 70: Detaching Hay Conditioner: Lifting Method

    OPERATION 15. Remove L-pins (A) from lift arms and back windrower away from conditioner. 16. Replace L-pins in conditioner lift arms. Figure 4.13: L-Pins 4.4.2 Detaching Hay Conditioner: Lifting Method CAUTION To prevent accidental movement of windrower, return GSL to N-DETENT, center steering wheel to lock, shut off engine, and remove key.
  • Page 71 OPERATION 4. Remove the two lynch pins (A) securing forming shield to header pins and remove the forming shield. Figure 4.16: Forming Shield 5. Disconnect the five hydraulic hoses between the conditioner and the header. Figure 4.17: Hydraulic Hoses A - Conditioner Motor Pressure Hose B - Deck Motor Return Hose C - Case Drain Hose D - Deck Motor Pressure Hose...
  • Page 72 OPERATION Figure 4.19: Conditioner – LH Side 7. Attach chain to lifting brackets (A) on conditioner and secure chain to lifting device (B). Figure 4.20: Conditioner and Lifting Brackets 8. Carefully raise the lifting device until lugs (A) on conditioner clear the U-shaped brackets (B) on header. 9.
  • Page 73 OPERATION 10. Retrieve stand (A) from toolbox and install in slot at bottom of conditioner base. Secure with hairpin (B). 11. Lower conditioner to ground. 12. Unhook chains. Figure 4.22: Conditioner Stand 214033 Revision A...

  • Page 74: Detaching Feed Deck And Rock Grate

    OPERATION 4.5 Detaching Feed Deck and Rock Grate To detach the feed deck and rock grate from the hay conditioner, follow these steps: 1. Remove the two carriage bolts (A) that attach the hose brace to the header and lay hoses on deck. Figure 4.23: Hose Brace 2.
  • Page 75 OPERATION 3. Slide deck (A) back slightly until deck mounts clear the header brackets. Lower aft of deck to ground. 4. Continue sliding deck back until deck drops free of rock grate. Move deck to storage. Figure 4.26: Feed Deck 5.
  • Page 76 OPERATION 7. If necessary, remove the conditioner attachment brackets (A) and spacers (B) from the header legs and store with the feed deck. Figure 4.29: Conditioner Attachment Brackets 214033 Revision A...

  • Page 77: Break-In Period

    OPERATION 4.6 Break-in Period When operating the hay conditioner for the first time, operate the conditioner slowly for five minutes, watching and listening FROM THE OPERATOR'S SEAT for binding or interfering parts. CAUTION Before investigating an unusual sound or attempting to correct a problem, shut off engine, engage parking brake, and remove key.

  • Page 78: Preseason Check

    OPERATION 4.7 Preseason Check CAUTION • Review the operator’s manual to refresh your memory on safety and operating recommendations. • Review all safety signs and other decals on the header and note hazard areas. • Be sure all shields and guards are properly installed and secured. Never alter or remove safety equipment.

  • Page 79: Daily Startup Check

    OPERATION 4.8 Daily Startup Check CAUTION • Clear the area of other persons, pets, etc. Keep children away from machinery. Walk around the machine to be sure no one is under, on, or close to it. • Wear close-fitting clothing and protective shoes with slip-resistant soles.

  • Page 80: Conditioner Operation

    OPERATION 4.9 Conditioner Operation 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. WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, stop engine and remove key before adjusting rolls.

  • Page 81: Checking And Adjusting Roll Timing

    OPERATION 4.9.3 Checking and Adjusting Roll Timing For proper conditioning, the rolls must be properly timed and aligned with each steel bar on one roll centered between two bars of the other roll as shown in illustration at right. The factory setting should be suitable for most crop conditions.

  • Page 82: Adjusting Conditioner Roll Tension

    OPERATION 3. From the rear of the conditioner, position tool at center of rolls (A) as shown in illustration at right, and manually turn rolls to limits of tool. Rolls will engage the tool if timing is correct. 4. Manually turn rolls to release tool. WARNING Remove tool from rolls and return it to storage location before starting machine.

  • Page 83: Forming Shields

    OPERATION 4.9.5 Forming Shields The position of the forming shields controls the width and placement of the windrow. The decision on forming shield position (settings between 915 and 2346 mm [36 and 92 in.]) should be based on the following factors: •...

  • Page 84: Adjusting Forming Shield Height

    OPERATION Adjusting Forming Shield Height DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected starup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat for any reason. The height of the forming shield affects the shape and consistency of the windrow. A heavy crop will require the forming shield to be set near the highest position and a lighter crop needs the forming shield to be lower.

  • Page 85: Adjusting Rear Deflector (Fluffer Shield)

    OPERATION Adjusting Rear Deflector (Fluffer Shield) DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected starup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat for any reason. The rear deflector slows the crop exiting the conditioner rolls, directs the flow downward, and "fluffs" the material. To adjust the rear deflector, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 86: Storing The Hay Conditioner

    OPERATION 4.10 Storing the Hay Conditioner At the end of each operating season, perform the following maintenance items: CAUTION Never use gasoline, naphtha, or any volatile material for cleaning purposes. These materials may be toxic and/or flammable. • Clean the conditioner thoroughly. •...

  • Page 87: Maintenance

    5 Maintenance 5.1 Preparation for Servicing The following instructions are provided to help you maintain your HC10 Hay Conditioner. Contact your MacDon Dealer for detailed maintenance and service information. CAUTION To avoid personal injury, before servicing hay conditioner or opening header drive covers: 1.

  • Page 88: Recommended Safety Procedures

    MAINTENANCE 5.2 Recommended Safety Procedures Always follow these recommended safety procedures: • Park on a level surface when possible. Block wheels securely if windrower is parked on an incline. • Follow all recommendations in your header and windrower operator’s manuals. •...

  • Page 89: Removing And Installing Driveshields

    MAINTENANCE 5.3 Removing and Installing Driveshields CAUTION • Keep all shields in place. Never alter or remove safety equipment. • Do NOT operate machine with shield removed. 1. To remove shield, undo wing nut (B) and remove washer. Pull shield (A) off conditioner. 2.

  • Page 90: Lubrication

    MAINTENANCE 5.4 Lubrication 5.4.1 Lubricants Use clean lubricants to keep your machine operating at top efficiency. Use clean containers to handle all lubricants. Store in an area protected from dust, moisture, and other contaminants. Lubricant Spec. Description High temperature, extreme As required unless otherwise Grease SAE Multi-Purpose...

  • Page 91: Greasing Points

    MAINTENANCE 5.4.3 Greasing Points Greasing points that have greasing intervals of 50 hours or less are marked on the machine by decals showing a grease gun (A) and grease interval (B) in hours of operation. Log hours of operation and use the Maintenance Checklist provided to keep a record of scheduled maintenance.

  • Page 92: Hydraulics

    MAINTENANCE 5.5 Hydraulics 5.5.1 Hydraulic Hoses and Lines Check hydraulic hoses and lines daily for signs of leaks. WARNING • Avoid high-pressure fluids. Escaping fluid can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Relieve pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines. Tighten all connections before applying pressure. Keep hands and body away from pin holes and nozzles which eject fluids under high pressure.

  • Page 93: Feed Draper

    MAINTENANCE 5.6 Feed Draper 5.6.1 Adjusting Feed Draper Tension DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason. Refer to your windrower operator’s manual for instructions for use and storage of safety props.

  • Page 94: Drive Belt

    MAINTENANCE 5.7 Drive Belt 5.7.1 Adjusting Drive Belt Tension 1. Remove wing nut and washer (A) and remove drive cover (B). Figure 5.7: Drive Belt Cover 2. Belt (A) should deflect 7 mm (1/4 in.) when a force of 36–72 N (8–16 lbf) is applied at the center of the span. Figure 5.8: Drive Pulley 3.

  • Page 95: Adjusting Drive Belt Pulley Alignment

    MAINTENANCE 7. Replace cover (B) and secure with washer and wing nut (A). 8. Readjust tension of a new belt after a short run-in period (about 5 hours). Figure 5.10: Drive Belt Cover 5.7.2 Adjusting Drive Belt Pulley Alignment Pulleys should be aligned so that the belt tracks properly. If necessary, adjust as follows: 1.

  • Page 96: Checking And Adjusting Drive Belt Tracking

    MAINTENANCE 6. Replace cover (B) and secure with washer and wing nut (A). Figure 5.13: Drive Belt Cover 5.7.3 Checking and Adjusting Drive Belt Tracking Proper tracking of the belt ensures there is no rubbing of the belt on either pulley. 1.
  • Page 97 MAINTENANCE 3. Using a straight edge (A), place it across the face of the driving and driven pulley. Check that the pulleys are aligned. Figure 5.16: Drive Belt and Pulleys 4. Adjust the driving pulley by loosening nut (A). 5. Adjust nuts (B) to align the drive pulley horizontally. If belt is tracking to the outside of the pulley, turn jam nuts (B) clockwise.

  • Page 98: Removing Drive Belt

    MAINTENANCE 5.7.4 Removing Drive Belt 1. On the left-hand side, remove the wing nut and washer (A), then remove drive cover (B). Figure 5.19: Drive Belt Cover 2. Loosen three motor mount bolts (A). 3. Turn tensioning nut (B) counterclockwise to loosen. 4.
  • Page 99 MAINTENANCE 1. Install belt (A) onto pulleys. NOTE: When installing new belt, never pry belt over pulley. Be sure adjusting device is fully loosened, then tension belt. Figure 5.21: Drive Pulley 2. Loosen three motor mount bolts (A). 3. Turn tensioning nut (B) clockwise to tighten belt and counterclockwise to loosen.

  • Page 100: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE 5.8 Maintenance Schedule The following maintenance schedule is a listing of periodic maintenance procedures, organized by service intervals. Regular maintenance is the best insurance against early wear and untimely breakdowns. Following this schedule will increase machine life. For detailed instructions, refer to the specific headings in this manual. Use the lubricant specified in 5.4.1 Lubricants, page Service Intervals: The recommended service intervals are in hours of operation.
  • Page 101 MAINTENANCE Table 5.2 Maintenance Record  – Lubricate  – Check Action: Hour Meter Reading Date Serviced By First Use Refer to 4.6 Break-in Period, page 67 for checklist. 10 Hours or Daily  Hydraulic Hoses and Lines NOTE: A record of daily maintenance is not normally required, but is at the Owner/Operator’s discretion.

  • Page 102: Troubleshooting

    MAINTENANCE 5.9 Troubleshooting Symptom Problem Solution Section There is an obstruction Turn mechanism in 4.9.6 Unplugging the or wad in the conditioner reverse and remove wad Conditioner, page 75 rolls 5.7.4 Removing Drive Belt, page 88 Drive belt is broken Replace drive belt Hay conditioner rolls 5.7.5 Installing Drive Belt,...
  • Page 103 MAINTENANCE Symptom Problem Solution Section Adjusting Forming Shield Forming shield is too high Lower forming shield Height, page 74 Windrow lacks shape Deflector fins inside Adjusting Deflector Fins, forming shield are Adjust fins page 75 improperly adjusted Check feed draper Feed draper is not Feed draper tensioners 5.6.1 Adjusting Feed...

  • Page 105: Repair Parts

    6 Repair Parts This chapter lists all the replacement parts that can be ordered for a MacDon HC10 Hay Conditioner. Bold text is used to indicate updates made at the current revision level. With each new revision of the manual, previous revisions are returned to regular text.

  • Page 106: Lower Roll And Frame Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS 6.2 Lower Roll and Frame Assembly 214033 Revision A...
  • Page 107 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 159117 SUPPORT – LH 159118 FRAME – RH LOWER WELDT 30576 FLANGE 50182 FLANGE 30031 BEARING – SPH OD C/W COLLAR 1.5 IN BORE 101173 DISC WELDT 50187 FITTING – LUBE 90° ADAPTER 130445 ROLL –...

  • Page 108: Upper Roll Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS 6.3 Upper Roll Assembly 214033 Revision A...
  • Page 109 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 130470 CHANNEL – CROSS WELDT 130793 SUPPORT – RH WELDT 50182 FLANGE 30576 FLANGE 30031 BEARING – SPH OD C/W COLLAR 1.5 IN. BORE 101173 DISC WELDT 130472 SUPPORT – LH WELDT 21301 FITTING –...

  • Page 110: Cover And Supports

    REPAIR PARTS 6.4 Cover and Supports 214033 Revision A...
  • Page 111 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 159231 SUPPORT WELDT – LH 159582 SUPPORT WELDT – RH 159200 COVER – TOP REAR WELDT 130496 TUBE – CROSS WELDT 159003 LATCH – WELDT, LH 159001 LATCH 159020 SPRING – TORSION 159005 SPACER –...
  • Page 112 REPAIR PARTS 214033 Revision A...
  • Page 113 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 18524 BOLT – RHSN 5/8 NC X 2.0 LG GR 5 ZP 18523 BOLT – RHSN 5/8 NC X 1.5 GR 5 ZP 50225 NUT – FLG DT SMTH FACE .625-11 UNC 18599 WASHER –...

  • Page 114: Hydraulic Motor, Mounts, And Tensioner

    REPAIR PARTS 6.5 Hydraulic Motor, Mounts, and Tensioner 214033 Revision A...
  • Page 115 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 159452 BOLT WELDT – EYE 130765 BOLT WELDT – EYE 130757 SUPPORT – HYD MOTOR 133965 SUPPORT – CASSAPA MOTOR 159648 MOTOR – HYD FLOW DIVIDER 159631 SEAL KIT (FOR MOTOR) 159645 MOTOR – HYD, GEAR (CAST IRON BODY) 159649 MOTOR –...
  • Page 116 REPAIR PARTS 214033 Revision A...
  • Page 117 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 159419 FITTING – ADAPTER HYD C/W O-RING 159635 VALVE – RELIEF 135444 FASTENER – CINCH STRAP 6 IN. LG 159541 SHIELD WELD'T 159634 BAR – TENSIONER 21489 BOLT – RHSN 1/2 NC X 2.5 LG GR 5 ZP 50186 NUT –...

  • Page 118: Belt Drive And Shield

    REPAIR PARTS 6.6 Belt Drive and Shield 214033 Revision A...
  • Page 119 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 159430 SPROCKET – P32-14M-40 1624 WASHER – SAE FLAT 5/8 I.D. X 1-15/32 IN. O.D. ZP 18714 NUT – HEX LOCK DT 5/8-18 UNF ZP 159215 SPROCKET – P52 14M 40 130880 BUSHING – SPLIT TAPER QD-E-1.375 BORE 17194 130706 BELT –...

  • Page 120: Hydraulic Completion Package

    REPAIR PARTS 6.7 Hydraulic Completion Package 214033 Revision A...
  • Page 121 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 108268 FITTING – HYD TEE 159038 VALVE – CHECK 159158 HOLDER – HOSES 159032 HOSE – HYDRAULIC, 1/2 IN. I.D. 159030 HOSE – HYDRAULIC, 3/4 IN. I.D. 120574 HOSE – HYDRAULIC, 3/4 IN. I.D. 159159 HOSE –...
  • Page 122 REPAIR PARTS 214033 Revision A...
  • Page 123 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number FITTING – 1/2 IN. UNION HYDRAULIC See note 16. Refer to header parts catalog for connecting parts. 214033 Revision A...

  • Page 124: Gears And Roll Coupling Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS 6.8 Gears and Roll Coupling Assembly 214033 Revision A...
  • Page 125 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 159550 HUB – MACHINING 130680 GEAR – 40T 129932 DISK 130677 GEAR – 49T 159474 BEARING – BALL CYL 38854 RING – INT RETAINING 130687 SHAFT – IDLER 130685 PLATE, SIDE HEAT TREATMENT 130689 SPACER 130694...

  • Page 126: Forming Shields

    REPAIR PARTS 6.9 Forming Shields 214033 Revision A...
  • Page 127 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 159204 COVER WELDT 159206 SUPPORT – STRUT, LH 159207 SUPPORT – STRUT, RH 135001 BOLT – SHOULDER .375-16 UNC 42592 WASHER – FLAT 42045 WASHER – RUBBER 149317 HANDLE 159294 STRAP – RUBBER 16652 WASHER –...

  • Page 128: Feed Deck And Pan

    REPAIR PARTS 6.10 Feed Deck and Pan 214033 Revision A...
  • Page 129 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 159432 PAN – FINGER FEED WELDT 159399 FRAME, FEED DECK – WELDT 133838 ROLLER – DRIVE 4 IN., WELDT 49306 FLANGE 21859 BEARING – SPH O.D. EXT INNER RACE 1-3/16 BORE 30661 FLANGE 159197 MOTOR –...
  • Page 130 REPAIR PARTS 214033 Revision A...
  • Page 131 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 159264 GUIDE – RH 133946 SPRING – COMPRESSION 130246 RETAINER – SPRING 135906 BOLT – HH 5/8 NC X 7.5 LG TFL GR 5 ZP 159393 DRAPER – 1850 WIDE X 2107 LONG 130283 STRAP –...

  • Page 132: Mounting Brackets

    REPAIR PARTS 6.11 Mounting Brackets 214033 Revision A...
  • Page 133 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 130802 SUPPORT – LH WELDT 130803 SUPPORT – RH WELDT 159590 SPACER BRACKET 130831 SUPPORT – RH WELDT 130817 SUPPORT – LH WELDT Refer to Section 6.4 Cover and Supports, page 100. Refer to Section 6.2 Lower Roll and Frame Assembly, page 135906 BOLT –...

  • Page 135: Reference

    7 Reference 7.1 Torque Specifications The following tables provide the 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 136 REFERENCE Table 7.2 SAE Grade 5 Bolt and Grade F Distorted Thread Nut Torque (ft·lbf) Torque (N·m) Nominal (*in·lbf) Size (A) Min. Max. Min. Max. 1/4-20 5/16-18 16.7 18.5 *149 *164 3/8-16 7/16-14 1/2-13 9/16-12 Figure 7.2: Bolt Grades 5/8-11 A - Nominal Size B - SAE-8 C - SAE-5...

  • Page 137: Metric Bolt Specifications

    REFERENCE Table 7.4 SAE Grade 8 Bolt and Grade 8 Free Spinning Nut Torque (ft·lbf) Torque (N·m) Nominal (*in·lbf) Size (A) Min. Max. Min. Max. 1/4-20 16.8 18.6 *150 *165 5/16-18 3/8-16 7/16-14 1/2-13 9/16-12 Figure 7.4: Bolt Grades 5/8-11 A - Nominal Size B - SAE-8 C - SAE-5...
  • Page 138 REFERENCE Table 7.6 Metric Class 8.8 Bolts and Class 9 Distorted Thread Nut Torque (ft·lbf) Torque (N·m) Nominal (*in·lbf) 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 7.6: Bolt Grades 10-1.5 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0...
  • Page 139 REFERENCE Table 7.8 Metric Class 10.9 Bolts and Class 10 Distorted Thread Nut Torque (ft·lbf) Torque (N·m) Nominal (*in·lbf) 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 7.8: Bolt Grades 10-1.5 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0 20-2.5...

  • Page 140: Metric Bolt Specifications Bolting Into Cast Aluminum

    REFERENCE 7.1.3 Metric Bolt Specifications Bolting into Cast Aluminum Table 7.9 Metric Bolt Bolting into Cast Aluminum Bolt Torque Nominal 10.9 Size (A) (Cast Aluminum) (Cast Aluminum) N·m N·m ft·lbf ft·lbf – – – – – – – Figure 7.9: Bolt Grades –...
  • Page 141 REFERENCE Table 7.10 Flare-Type Hydraulic Tube Fittings Torque Value Flats from Finger Tight (FFFT) SAE Dash Size Thread Size (in.) Swivel Nut or N·m ft·lbf Tube Hose — — 5/16–24 4–5 3–4 — — 3/8–24 7–8 5–6 7/16–20 18–19 13–14 2-1/2 1/2–20 19–21...

  • Page 142: O-Ring Boss (Orb) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable)

    REFERENCE 7.1.5 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 143 REFERENCE Table 7.11 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable) Torque Value SAE Dash Size Thread Size (in.) N·m ft·lbf (*in·lbf) 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...

  • Page 144: O-Ring Boss (Orb) Hydraulic Fittings (Non-Adjustable)

    REFERENCE 7.1.6 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 145: O-Ring Face Seal (Orfs) Hydraulic Fittings

    REFERENCE 7.1.7 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 7.14: Hydraulic Fitting 2. Apply hydraulic system oil to O-ring (B). 3.
  • Page 146 REFERENCE Table 7.13 O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) Hydraulic Fittings Torque Value SAE Dash Size Thread Size (in.) Tube O.D. (in.) N·m ft·lbf Note 3/16 – – 9/16 25–28 18–21 Note – – 5/16 11/16 40–44 29–32 13/16 55–61 41–45 80–88 59–65 1-3/16 115–127...

  • Page 147: Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings

    REFERENCE 7.1.8 Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings Assemble pipe fittings as follows: 1. Check components to ensure that fitting and port threads are free of burrs, nicks and scratches, or any form of contamination. 2. Apply pipe thread sealant (paste type) to external pipe threads. 3.

  • Page 148: Conversion Chart

    REFERENCE 7.2 Conversion Chart Table 7.15 Conversion Chart SI Units (Metric) Inch-Pound Units Quantity Factor Unit Name Abbreviation Unit Name Abbreviation Area hectares x 0.4047 = acres acres US gallons Flow liters per minute L/min x 3.7854 = per minute Force Newtons x 4.4482 =...

  • Page 149: Index

    Index 1624 ..............109 30228 ......... 103, 107, 117, 121 6634 ..............99 30314 ..............119 7674 ..............121 30441 ..............99 11142..............115 30576 ..............99 13125 ..............117 30661 ..............119 135626 ............. 121 30819 ..............119 135630 ............. 121 30970 ............... 105 16010 ...............
  • Page 150 INDEX installing using lifting method......23 installing using windrower method ..... 25 gears operating ............70 parts...............114 running up ............50 glossary ..............9 unplugging ............75 greasing points ..........46, 81 conversion charts ..........138 greasing procedures ........45, 80 covers parts..............
  • Page 151 ........53 side deflectors owner responsibilities........... 53 adjusting ............74 specifications HC10 specifications...........11 torque specifications........125 predelivery checks ..........48 definitions ............9 checking roll drive belt tension......48 startup checking roll gap ..........49 daily check............

  • Page 153: Predelivery Checklist

    CAUTION Carefully follow the instructions given. Be alert for safety-related messages, which bring your attention to hazards and unsafe practices. Conditioner Serial Number: _____________________________________________ Table 1 HC10 Hay Conditioner Predelivery Checklist  Item Reference Check for shipping damage or missing parts. Be sure all shipping —...
  • Page 156 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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