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MacDon HC10 Operation And Parts Manual

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Hay Conditioner for D-Series
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Setup, Operation, and Parts Manual
169254 Rev. D
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  • Page 1 HC10 Hay Conditioner for D-Series Draper Headers Setup, Operation, and Parts Manual 169254 Rev. D Original Instruction The harvesting specialists worldwide.
  • Page 2 MacDon Model HC10 Hay Conditioner Published on January, 2014.
  • Page 3 This manual contains safety information, set-up instructions, operating and maintenance procedures, and parts information for the Model HC10 Hay Conditioner. This hay conditioner, when teamed with an M-Series Self-Propelled Windrower power unit and a D-Series Draper Header, will cut and lay crop into uniform, fluffy windrows. Conditioning or crimping the cut hay allows moisture release for quicker drying and earlier processing.
  • Page 4 Serial Numbers Record the serial number of the hay conditioner in the space below. HAY CONDITIONER SERIAL NO: ____________ Serial Number Plate (A) is located on the rear cover of the conditioner frame as shown below. Figure 1: Serial Number Plate 169254 Rev.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ............................i Serial Numbers..........................ii Safety ..............................1 Safety Alert Symbols........................1 Signal Words........................... 2 General Safety ..........................3 Maintenance Safety ......................... 5 Hydraulic Safety ..........................6 Tire Safety............................7 Battery Safety..........................8 Welding Precaution........................10 Engine Safety..........................11 1.9.1 High Pressure Rails.........................11 1.9.2...
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS Operational Safety ......................... 64 4.2.1 Shutting Down the Machine ....................64 Attaching Hay Conditioner to Header ....................65 Detaching Hay Conditioner from Header ..................66 4.4.1 Detaching Hay Conditioner: Windrower Method ............... 66 4.4.2 Detaching Hay Conditioner: Lifting Method ................70 Detaching Feed Deck and Rock Grate ....................
  • Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS 6.10 Feed Deck and Pan ........................130 6.11 Mounting Brackets ........................134 Index ..............................137 Model HC10 Hay Conditioner Predelivery Checklist ................143 169254 Rev. D...

  • Page 9: 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 hay conditioner. This symbol means: • ATTENTION! • BECOME ALERT! • YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Carefully read follow safety message...

  • 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 the protective clothing and personal safety devices that COULD be necessary for the 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 the shaft and can telescope freely. •...

  • Page 13: 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 14: Hydraulic Safety

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

  • Page 15: Tire Safety

    SAFETY 1.6 Tire Safety • Failure to follow proper procedures when mounting a tire on a wheel or rim can produce an explosion that may result in serious injury or death. Figure 1.14: Lower All Safety Stops • Do NOT attempt to mount a tire unless you have the proper training and equipment.

  • Page 16: Battery Safety

    SAFETY 1.7 Battery Safety WARNING • Keep all sparks and flames away from the batteries, as a gas given off by electrolyte is explosive. • Ventilate when charging in enclosed space. Figure 1.17 169254 Rev. D...
  • Page 17 SAFETY WARNING • Wear safety glasses when working near batteries. • Do not tip batteries more than 45° to avoid electrolyte loss. • Battery electrolyte causes severe burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. • Electrolyte splashed into the eyes is extremely dangerous.

  • Page 18: Welding Precaution

    High currents and voltage spikes associated with welding can cause damage to electronic components. Before welding on any part of the windrower or an attached header, disconnect all electronic module harness connections as well as the battery cables. Refer to your technical manual or MacDon Dealer for proper procedures. 169254...

  • Page 19: Engine Safety

    SAFETY 1.9 Engine Safety WARNING Do not use aerosol types of starting aids such as ether. Such use could result in an explosion and personal injury. CAUTION • In the initial start-up of a new, serviced, or repaired engine always make provision to shut the engine off, in order to stop an over-speed.

  • Page 20: Engine Electronics

    SAFETY 1.9.2 Engine Electronics WARNING Tampering with the electronic system installation or the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) wiring installation can be dangerous and could result in personal injury or death and/or engine damage. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard. The electronic unit injectors use DC voltage. The Electronic Control Module (ECM) sends this voltage to the electronic unit injectors.

  • Page 21: Safety Signs

    SAFETY 1.10 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 23: General Information

    2 General Information 2.1 Torque Specifications The following tables give correct torque values for various bolts, cap screws, and hydraulic fittings. • Tighten all bolts to the torques specified in chart (unless otherwise noted throughout this manual). • Replace hardware with the same strength and grade bolt. •...
  • Page 24 GENERAL INFORMATION Table 2.2 SAE Grade 5 Bolt and Grade 5 Distorted Thread Nut Torque (ft·lbf) Torque (N·m) Nominal (*in·lbf) Size (A) Min. Max. Min. Max. 1/4-20 5/16-18 *149 *164 16.7 18.5 3/8-16 7/16-14 1/2-13 9/16-12 5/8-11 3/4-10 7/8-9 Table 2.3 SAE Grade 8 Bolt and Grade 8 Distorted Thread Nut Torque (ft·lbf) Torque (N·m)

  • Page 25: Metric Bolt Specifications

    GENERAL INFORMATION Table 2.4 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 *150 *165 16.8 18.6 5/16-18 3/8-16 7/16-14 1/2-13 9/16-12 5/8-11 3/4-10 7/8-9 1165 1288 2.1.2 Metric Bolt Specifications Table 2.5 Metric Class 8.8 Bolts and Class 9 Free...
  • Page 26 GENERAL INFORMATION Table 2.6 Metric Class 8.8 Bolts and Class 9 Distorted Thread Nut Torque (ft·lbf) Torque (N·m) Nominal (*in·lbf) Size Min. Max. Min. Max. 3-0.5 3.5-0.6 4-0.7 5-0.8 6-1.0 8-1.25 *167 *185 18.8 20.8 10-1.5 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0 20-2.5 24-3.0 Table 2.7 Metric Class 10.9 Bolts and Class 10 Free Spinning Nut...
  • Page 27 GENERAL INFORMATION Table 2.8 Metric Class 10.9 Bolts and Class 10 Distorted Thread Nut Torque Torque (N·m) Nominal (ft·lbf)(*in·lbf) Size Min. Max. Min. Max. 3-0.5 3.5-0.6 4-0.7 5-0.8 6-1.0 *105 10.7 11.8 8-1.25 10-1.5 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0 20-2.5 24-3.0 169254 Rev.

  • Page 28: Metric Bolt Specifications Bolting Into Cast Aluminum

    GENERAL INFORMATION 2.1.3 Metric Bolt Specifications Bolting into Cast Aluminum Table 2.9 Metric Bolt Bolting into Cast Aluminum Bolt Torque Nominal 10.9 Size (Cast Aluminum) (Cast Aluminum) ft·lbf N·m ft·lbf N·m Figure 2.4 A - Nominal Size 2.1.4 Flare-Type Hydraulic Fittings 1.

  • Page 29: O-Ring Boss (Orb) Hydraulic Fittings

    GENERAL INFORMATION Table 2.10 Flare-Type Hydraulic Tube Fittings Flats From Finger Nut Size Torque Value Tube Size Thread Tight (FFFT) SAE No. Across O.D. (in.) Size (in.) Flats (in.) ft·lbf N·m Flats Turns 3/16 7/16 7/16 9/16 5/16 9/16 11/16 1-1/16 1-1/4 1-3/8...

  • Page 30: O-Ring Face Seal (Orfs) Hydraulic Fittings

    GENERAL INFORMATION Table 2.11 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable) Torque Value Flats From Finger Tight (FFFT) Thread Nut Size Across SAE No. Size (in.) Flats (in.) ft·lbf N·m Flats Turns 7/16 9/16 9/16 11/16 1-1/2 1-1/16 1-1/4 1-5/16 1-1/2 1-5/8 1-7/8 1-7/8...
  • Page 31 GENERAL INFORMATION 2. Apply hydraulic system oil to the O-ring. 3. Align the tube or hose assembly. Ensure that flat face of the mating flange comes in full contact with O-ring. 4. Thread tube or hose nut until hand-tight. The nut should turn freely until it is bottomed out.

  • Page 32: Specifications

    393–491 fpm Swath Width 36-102 in. (915-2,540 mm) Forming Shields Header Mounted Tractor Supported Adjustable Forming Shield System NOTE: To avoid excessive vibration and poor performance, the HC10 Hay Conditioner should not be attached to single-knife drive headers. 169254 Rev. D...

  • Page 33: Conversion Chart

    GENERAL INFORMATION 2.3 Conversion Chart Inch-Pound Units SI Units (Metric) Quantity Factor Unit Name Abbreviation Unit Name Abbreviation acres acres Area x 0.4047 = hectares US gallons per Flow x 3.7854 = liters per minute L/min minute Force pounds force x 4.4482 = Newtons inch...

  • Page 34: Component Identification

    GENERAL INFORMATION 2.4 Component Identification Figure 2.9: Back View of Hay Conditioner Installed in Header A - Hydraulics To Header B - Lift Arms C - Roll Timing Tool D - Stand E - Timing Gears F - L-Pins G - Hydraulic Motor 169254 Rev.
  • Page 35 GENERAL INFORMATION Figure 2.10: 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 2.11: Front View of Hay Conditioner Installed in Header A - Mounting Bracket B - Roll Gap Adjusters C - Feed Deck Motor...
  • Page 36 GENERAL INFORMATION Figure 2.12: Swath Forming Shield A - Side Deflector Adjusters B - Side Deflectors C - Height Adjust Strap D - Fluffer Shield E - Deflector Fins 169254 Rev. D...

  • Page 37: 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 38 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 each of the three pallets of hay conditioner components off of the trailer deck. 3. Back up until unit clears trailer and slowly lower to 6 inches (150 mm) from ground.

  • Page 39: 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 2. Trim poly deflector along creased line (A) on back of poly for proper fit up to conditioner.

  • Page 40: 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 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 41: 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 42 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 6. Remove the hose guide (A) located near the left-hand center leg. (For 20 ft. 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 43: 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 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 44 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY Figure 3.16: RH Side Shown 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 2-1/2 to 3 inches (65 to 75 mm). See header operator’s manual for procedure.

  • Page 45: Installing The Conditioner

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.6 Installing the Conditioner There are two methods for installing the conditioner: • The lifting method • The tractor method 3.6.1 Installing Conditioner: Lifting Method CAUTION Equipment used for unloading must meet or exceed the requirements specified below. Using inadequate equipment may result in vehicle tipping or machine damage.
  • Page 46 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 then remove the chains. Figure 3.19 7.

  • Page 47: Installing Conditioner: Windrower Method

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 9. Reconnect the five hydraulic hoses between the conditioner and the header as follows: • Small male quick-disconnect from motor header (A) • Large female quick-disconnect from motor to header (B) • Small female quick-disconnect from deck to header (C) •...
  • Page 48 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 4. Retrieve stand (A) and hairpin (B) from conditioner bundle #4798 and install stand in slot in base at lower right-hand end of conditioner. Secure stand with hairpin. 5. Remove shipping blocks if present. Figure 3.25 6. Hardware at lifting arms has been tightened for shipping.
  • Page 49 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 7. Remove L-pins securing lifting arms to conditioner. (Rotate pins to align key-hole slot.) Figure 3.28 8. Swing out lift arms and secure latches. Figure 3.29 9. Position the tractor arms in the lift arm pockets, and insert the L-pins (A) for safety.
  • Page 50 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 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. Figure 3.31 12. Carefully lower the windrower lift legs until lugs (A) on conditioner are seated in the U-shaped brackets (B) on header.
  • Page 51 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 15. Install L-pin (A) through arm and bracket on conditioner and lock into place. (Rotate pins to align key-hole slot). Repeat for other arm. Figure 3.34 16. Install 5/8 in. x 1-1/2 in. carriage bolt (A) in the right-hand lower attachment location.
  • Page 52 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 18. Connect the five hydraulic hoses between the conditioner and the header as follows: • Small male quick-disconnect from motor header (A) • Large female quick-disconnect from motor to header (B) • Small female quick-disconnect from deck to header (C) •...

  • Page 53: Attaching Hydraulics

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.7 Attaching Hydraulics The procedure for attaching hydraulics is different for 15-ft Draper Headers. • If attaching a 15-ft. header, refer to section 3.7.1 Attaching Hydraulics: 15-Foot Headers, page 45 • When attaching any other size header, refer to section 3.7.2 Attaching Hydraulics: All Headers Except 15-Foot, page 47 3.7.1 Attaching Hydraulics: 15-Foot Headers...
  • Page 54 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 5. Retrieve coupler bracket (A) from bundle and position the coupler bracket (A) onto housing. 6.

  • Page 55: 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 11. Loop the conditioner return line (A) up over top of the couplers and connect to the pressure port (B) on the motor.
  • Page 56 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 A - Coupler Mount B - Conditioner Case Tee C - Conditioner Case Drain...
  • Page 57 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY Figure 3.48 Shields removed to expose the feed draper return hose connection B - Pressure Reducing Valve A - Check Valve Tee C - Feed Draper Return Hose 169254 Rev. D...

  • Page 58: Assembling The Forming Shield

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.8 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 3.49 2. Lay cover (A) upside down (flanges of side supports facing up) on a flat surface.
  • Page 59 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3. Assemble fins (A) to bottom of shield as shown using hardware provided. The two long fins (B) are handed and should be installed with bolts on outboard side of the fin. Bolts should be installed with nuts against the fins.
  • Page 60 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 6. Position deflector (A) on cover as shown 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 3.54 A - Side Deflector B - Hex Bolt...

  • Page 61: Installing The Forming Shield

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.9 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 3.57 2.
  • Page 62 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 5. Install shield transport support (A) on windrower frame with two 3/8 x 1.0 carriage bolts and nuts (B). Figure 3.60 169254 Rev. D...

  • Page 63: Attaching To A Windrower

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.10 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 64: Lubricating The Conditioner

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.11 Lubricating the Conditioner 3.11.1 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.

  • Page 65: Lubrication Points

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.11.2 Lubrication Points Figure 3.62: Every 50 Hours - Use High Temperature Extreme Pressure (EP2) Performance With 1% Max Molybdenum Disulphide (NLGI Grade 2) Lithium Base A - Drive Roller Bearing Lubrication Point B - Idler Roller Bearing Lubrication Point C - Idler Roller Bearing Lubrication Point 169254 Rev.
  • Page 66 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY Figure 3.63: Every 50 Hours - Use High Temperature Extreme Pressure (EP2) Performance With 1% Max Molybdenum Disulphide (NLGI Grade 2) Lithium Base A - Roll Shaft Bearing Lubrication Points (Four Places) 169254 Rev. D...

  • Page 67: Performing Predelivery Checks

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.12 Performing Predelivery Checks WARNING Stop engine, and remove key before making adjustments to machine. A child or even a pet could engage the drive. Perform the final checks and adjustments as listed on the "Pre-Delivery Checklist" (yellow sheet) along with the header final checks and adjustments to ensure the machine is field ready.

  • Page 68: Checking Roll Gap

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.12.2 Checking Roll Gap Figure 3.66 A - Crop direction B - Roll gap Factory setting should be 0.75 in. (20 mm) or at 1.5 line on gauge (A). Gauge readings should be the same at both ends of the roll.

  • Page 69: Running Up The Conditioner

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3. From the rear of the conditioner, locate tool at centre of rolls as shown 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 70: Storing Manuals

    UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 3.12.5 Storing Manuals Place this manual (MD #169524) in the storage case (A) in the windrower. The yellow checklist should be retained by either the Dealer or the Operator. Figure 3.70: Manual Storage Case on an M155 Self-Propelled Windrower 169254 Rev.

  • Page 71: Operation

    • It is your responsibility to read and understand this manual completely before operating the header. Contact your MacDon Dealer if an instruction is not clear to you. • Follow all safety messages in the manual and on safety decals on the machine.

  • Page 72: 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 73: 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 32 • 3.4 Installing Deck Brackets, page 33 •...

  • Page 74: 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: • The tractor method • The lifting method 4.4.1 Detaching Hay Conditioner: Windrower Method CAUTION To prevent accidental movement of windrower, shut off engine, engage parking brake, and remove key.
  • Page 75 OPERATION 4. Remove the two lynch pins (A) securing forming shield to header pins and remove the forming shield. Figure 4.4 5. Disconnect the five hydraulic hoses between the conditioner and the header. Figure 4.5 A - Conditioner Motor Pressure B - Deck Motor Return Hose Hose C - Case Drain Hose...
  • Page 76 OPERATION Figure 4.7: LH Side Shown 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 pins to align key-hole slot.) Figure 4.8 9.
  • Page 77 OPERATION 10. Position the tractor arms in the lift arm pockets and insert the L-pins for safety. Figure 4.10 11. Carefully raise the windrower lift legs until lugs (A) on conditioner clear the U-shaped brackets (B) on header. 12. Slowly back windrower away from header. Figure 4.11 13.

  • Page 78: Detaching Hay Conditioner: Lifting Method

    OPERATION 15. Remove L-pins (A) from lift arms and back tractor away from conditioner. 16. Replace L-pins in conditioner lift arms. Figure 4.13 4.4.2 Detaching Hay Conditioner: Lifting Method CAUTION To prevent accidental movement of windrower, shut off engine, engage parking brake, and remove key.
  • Page 79 OPERATION 4. Remove the two lynch pins (A) securing forming shield to header pins and remove the forming Figure 4.16 5. Disconnect the five hydraulic hoses between the conditioner and the header. Figure 4.17 A - Conditioner Motor Pressure B - Deck Motor Return Hose Hose C - Case Drain Hose D - Deck Motor Pressure Hose...
  • Page 80 OPERATION Figure 4.19: LH Side Shown 7. Attach chain to lifting brackets on conditioner and secure chain to lifting device. Figure 4.20 8. Carefully raise the lifting device until lugs on conditioner clear the U-shaped brackets on header. 9. Slowly back windrower away from header. Figure 4.21 169254 Rev.
  • Page 81 OPERATION 10. Retrieve stand (A) from tool-box and install in slot at bottom of conditioner base. Secure with hairpin (B). 11. Lower conditioner to ground. 12. Unhook chains. Figure 4.22 169254 Rev. D...

  • Page 82: 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 2.
  • Page 83 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 5. Remove the two bolts (A) attaching rock grate to header legs.
  • Page 84 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 169254 Rev. D...

  • Page 85: 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 86: 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 87: 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 88: 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 89: Checking And Adjusting Roll Timing

    OPERATION If required, you can adjust the roll gap by loosening nut (A) and turning adjuster (B). Retighten nut (A) after adjusting. IMPORTANT When adjusting roll gap, be sure that the gauge (C) reading is the same on both sides of the conditioner roll to achieve consistent intermesh across the rolls.
  • Page 90 OPERATION To check roll timing, follow these steps: 1. Lower header to ground, shut down windrower and remove key. 2. Remove wing-nut (A), and remove tool (B) from panel at right-hand end of conditioner. Figure 4.34 3. From the rear of the conditioner, position tool at centre of rolls as shown above right and manually turn rolls to limits of tool.

  • Page 91: Adjusting Conditioner Roll Tension

    OPERATION 4.9.4 Adjusting Conditioner Roll Tension The conditioner roll tension is maintained by two tension springs to provide adequate pressure for correct conditioning of the crop. These springs also allow the rolls to open to allow passage of small solid objects without damage to the rolls.

  • Page 92: Adjusting Forming Shield Height

    OPERATION Adjusting Forming Shield Height WARNING Stop engine, and remove key before making adjustments to machine. A child or even a pet could engage the drive. 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 93: Adjusting Rear Deflector (Fluffer Shield)

    OPERATION Adjusting Rear Deflector (Fluffer Shield) WARNING Stop engine, and remove key before making adjustments to machine. A child or even a pet could engage the drive. The rear deflector (A) 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 94: Storage

    OPERATION 4.10 Storage At the end of each operating season, follow these steps: 1. Clean the conditioner thoroughly. CAUTION Never use gasoline, naphtha, or any volatile material for cleaning purposes. These materials may be toxic and/or flammable. 2. Store in a dry, protected place if possible. If stored outside, always cover conditioner with a waterproof canvas or other protective material.

  • Page 95: Maintenance

    5 Maintenance 5.1 Preparation for Servicing The following instructions are provided to help you use the hay conditioner. Detailed maintenance and service information is contained in the technical manual available from your MacDon Dealer. CAUTION To avoid personal injury, before servicing hay conditioner or opening header drive covers: 1.

  • Page 96: Recommended Safety Procedures

    MAINTENANCE 5.2 Recommended Safety Procedures Park on level surface when possible. Block wheels securely if windrower is parked on an incline. Follow all recommendations in your windrower operator’s manual. Follow all safety sections in 1 Safety, page 169254 Rev. D...

  • Page 97: Drive Shields

    MAINTENANCE 5.3 Drive Shields CAUTION • Keep all shields in place. Never alter or remove safety equipment. • Do not operate machine with shield removed. To remove shield, undo wing nut (B) and remove washer. Pull shield (A) off conditioner. To install shield, position shield (A) over drive pulleys, and then secure with washer and wing nut (B).

  • Page 98: Lubrication

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

  • Page 99: Lubrication Points

    MAINTENANCE 5.4.3 Lubrication 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 100 MAINTENANCE Figure 5.3: Every 50 Hours - Use High Temperature Extreme Pressure (EP2) Performance With 1% Max Molybdenum Disulphide (NLGI Grade 2) Lithium Base A - Drive Roller Bearing Lubrication Point B - Idler Roller Bearing Lubrication Point C - Idler Roller Bearing Lubrication Point 169254 Rev.
  • Page 101 MAINTENANCE Figure 5.4: Every 50 Hours - Use High Temperature Extreme Pressure (EP2) Performance With 1% Max Molybdenum Disulphide (NLGI Grade 2) Lithium Base A - Roll Shaft Bearing Lubrication Points (Four Places) 169254 Rev. D...

  • Page 102: 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 penetrate skin causing serious injury. Relieve pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines. Tighten all connections before applying pressure.

  • Page 103: 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 lift cylinder stops before going under header for any reason. See your windrower operator’s manual for instructions for use and storage of header lift cylinder stops.

  • Page 104: 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 5.8 2. Belt (A) should deflect 1/4 in. (7 mm) when a force of 8–16 ft·lbf (36–72 N·m) is applied at the center of the span.

  • Page 105: 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 5.11 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 106: Checking And Adjusting Drive Belt Tracking

    MAINTENANCE 6. Replace cover and secure with washer and wing-nut. Figure 5.14 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. Remove wing nut (A) and washer, and remove drive cover (B).
  • Page 107 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 5.17 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 108: Removing Drive Belt

    MAINTENANCE 5.7.4 Removing Drive Belt 1. On the LH side, remove the wing nut and washer (A), then remove drive cover (B). Figure 5.20 2. Loosen three motor mount bolts (A). 3. Turn tensioning nut (B) counterclockwise to loosen. 4. Remove the belt (C). Figure 5.21 5.7.5 Installing Drive Belt NOTE: Depending on belt failure you want to...
  • Page 109 MAINTENANCE 2. Loosen three motor mount bolts (A). 3. Turn tensioning nut (B) clockwise to tighten belt, and counterclockwise to loosen. 4. Tighten the three motor mount bolts (A). 5. Recheck the belt (C) tension. Figure 5.23 6. Replace cover (B), and secure with washer and wing nut (A).

  • Page 110: 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 section 5.4.1 Lubricants, page Service Intervals: The recommended service intervals are in hours of operation.
  • Page 111 MAINTENANCE Table 5.2 Maintenance Record  – Check  – Lubricate Action: Hour Meter Reading Date Serviced By First Use Refer to 4.6 Break-in Period, page 77 for a checklist. 10 Hours or Daily  Hydraulic Hoses & Lines NOTE: A record of daily maintenance is not normally required, but is at the Owner/Operator’s discretion.

  • Page 112: Troubleshooting

    MAINTENANCE 5.9 Troubleshooting Symptom Problem Solution Reference Hay conditioner rolls will There is an obstruction Turn mechanism in See Section 4.9.6 not turn. or wad in the conditioner reverse and remove wad. Unplugging the rolls. Conditioner, page Drive belt is broken. Replace drive belt.
  • Page 113 MAINTENANCE Symptom Problem Solution Reference Windrow lacks shape. Forming shield is too high. Lower forming shield. Adjusting Forming Shield Height, page Deflector fins inside Adjust fins. Adjusting Deflector forming shield are Fins, page improperly adjusted. Feed draper is not tracking Feed draper tensioners Check feed draper tension See Section...

  • Page 115: Repair Parts

    6 Repair Parts This chapter lists all the replacement parts that can be ordered for a MacDon HC10 Hay Conditioner. In this catalog, right-hand and left-hand are determined from the Operator’s position, facing forward. An arrow is sometimes used in illustrations to indicate cab forward position.

  • Page 116: Lower Roll And Frame Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS 6.2 Lower Roll and Frame Assembly 169254 Rev. D...
  • Page 117 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 159117 SUPPORT – LH 159118 FRAME – RH LOWER WELDT 30576 FLANGE 50182 FLANGE 30031 BEARING – SPH OD CW COLLAR 1.5 IN BORE 101173 DISC WELDT 50187 FITTING – LUBE 90° ADAPTER 130445 ROLL –...

  • Page 118: Upper Roll Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS 6.3 Upper Roll Assembly 169254 Rev. D...
  • Page 119 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 130470 CHANNEL – CROSS WELDT 130793 SUPPORT – RH WELDT 50182 FLANGE 30576 FLANGE 30031 BEARING – SPH OD CW COLLAR 1.5 IN BORE 101173 DISC WELDT 130472 SUPPORT – LH WELDT 21301 FITTING –...

  • Page 120: Cover And Supports

    REPAIR PARTS 6.4 Cover and Supports 169254 Rev. D...
  • Page 121 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 122 REPAIR PARTS 169254 Rev. D...
  • Page 123 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 – FLANGE DT SMOOTH FACE .625-11UNC 18599 WASHER – SAE FLAT 17/32 ID X 1 1/16 IN OD ZP 18723 BOLT –...

  • Page 124: Hydraulic Motor, Mounts, And Tensioner

    REPAIR PARTS 6.5 Hydraulic Motor, Mounts, and Tensioner 169254 Rev. D...
  • Page 125 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, includes items 5A, 5B, 5C, 5D 159631 SEAL KIT, for motor 159645 MOTOR –...
  • Page 126 REPAIR PARTS 169254 Rev. D...
  • Page 127 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 21489 BOLT – RHSN 1/2 NC X 2.5 LG GR 5 ZP 50186 NUT – FLANGE LOCK SM FACE DT 0.500-13UNC GR5 21471 BOLT – RHSN 1/2 NC X 1.25 GR 5 ZP 137503 BOLT –...

  • Page 128: Belt Drive And Shield

    REPAIR PARTS 6.6 Belt Drive and Shield 169254 Rev. D...
  • Page 129 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 159430 SPROCKET – P32-14M-40 1624 WASHER – SAE FLAT 5/8 ID X 1 15/32 IN OD ZP 18714 NUT – HEX LOCK DT 5/8-18 UNF ZP 159215 SPROCKET – P52 14M 40 130880 BUSHING –...

  • Page 130: Hydraulic Completion Package

    REPAIR PARTS 6.7 Hydraulic Completion Package 169254 Rev. D...
  • Page 131 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 108268 FITTING – HYD TEE 159038 VALVE – CHECK 159158 HOLDER – HOSES 159032 HOSE – HYDRAULIC, 1/2 IN. ID 159030 HOSE – HYDRAULIC, 3/4 IN. ID 120574 HOSE – HYDRAULIC, 3/4 IN. ID 159159 HOSE –...
  • Page 132 REPAIR PARTS 169254 Rev. D...
  • Page 133 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number FITTING – 1/2" UNION HYDRAULIC – See header parts catalogfor connecting parts. See header parts catalog for connecting parts. 169254 Rev. D...

  • Page 134: Gears And Roll Coupling Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS 6.8 Gears and Roll Coupling Assembly 169254 Rev. D...
  • Page 135 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 136: Forming Shields

    REPAIR PARTS 6.9 Forming Shields 169254 Rev. D...
  • Page 137 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 159204 COVER WELDT 159206 SUPPORT – STRUT LH 159207 SUPPORT – STRUT RH 135001 BOLT – SHOULDER .375-16UNC 42592 WASHER – FLAT 42045 WASHER – RUBBER 149317 HANDLE 159294 STRAP – RUBBER 16652 WASHER –...

  • Page 138: Feed Deck And Pan

    REPAIR PARTS 6.10 Feed Deck and Pan 169254 Rev. D...
  • Page 139 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 159432 PAN- – FINGER FEED WELDT 159399 FRAME, FEED DECK – WELDT 133838 ROLLER – DRIVE 4", WELDT 49306 FLANGE 21859 BEARING – SPH OD EXT INNER RACE 1 3/16 BORE 30661 FLANGE 159197 MOTOR –...
  • Page 140 REPAIR PARTS 169254 Rev. D...
  • Page 141 REPAIR PARTS Part Serial Number Description Number 159264 GUIDE – RH 133946 SPRING – COMPRESSION 130246 RETAINER – SPRING 50190 BOLT – HH (MIN THD) 5/8 NC X 7.5 LG GR 5 ZP 159393 DRAPER – 1850 WIDE X 2107 LONG 130283 STRAP –...

  • Page 142: Mounting Brackets

    REPAIR PARTS 6.11 Mounting Brackets 169254 Rev. D...
  • Page 143 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 6.4 Cover and Supports, page 112. 6.2 Lower Roll and Frame Assembly, page 108.

  • Page 145: Index

    Index 1624 ..............121 30228 ..........115, 119, 129, 133 6634 ..............111 30314 ............... 131 7674 ..............133 30441 ..............111 30576 ............109, 111 11142..............127 13125 ............109, 129 30661 ............... 131 13626 ............... 109 30669 ............... 133 14045 ............... 121 30819 ...............
  • Page 146 INDEX 130449 ............109, 111 135401 ............. 127 130450 .............. 111 135403 ............. 127 130470 .............. 111 135405 ............. 109 130472 .............. 111 135444 ............117, 123 130476 ............. 109 135479 ............117, 123 130496 ..............113 135481 ..........117, 123, 131 130527 ..............
  • Page 147 INDEX 159385 ............. 131 159393 ............. 133 daily startup check ..........79 159399 ............. 131 deck brackets 159404 ............. 109 installing ............33 159405 ............. 109 deflector fins 159417 ............. 123 adjusting ............85 159419 ..............117 drive belt 159421 ............. 123 adjusting pulley alignment .........
  • Page 148 INDEX attaching to header........... 65 components ............. 26 operator responsibilities ........63 detaching from header using lifting method..70 owner responsibilities........... 63 detaching from header using windrower method ............66 installing using lifting method......37 installing using windrower method ..... 39 predelivery checks ..........
  • Page 149 ....20 adjusting ............84 O-ring boss (ORB) hydraulic fittings....21 specifications O-ring face seal (ORFS) hydraulic fittings ..22 HC10 model............. 24 SAE bolt ............15 torque specifications......... 15 troubleshooting..........104 startup daily check............79 storage ...............

  • Page 151: Model Hc10 Hay Conditioner Predelivery Checklist

    Model HC10 Hay Conditioner Predelivery Checklist Perform these checks and adjustments prior to delivery to your Customer. Refer to Unloading and Assembly Instructions for adjustment details. The completed checklist should be retained either by the Operator or the Dealer. CAUTION Carefully follow the instructions given.
  • Page 154 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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