Adjusting Draper Tension - MacDon D65 Operator's Manual

8. Check for seal between the drapers and the cutter bar.
There should be a 0.04–0.08 in. (1–2 mm) gap (A)
between the cutterbar (C) and the draper (B).
9. To achieve the proper gap, refer to
Deck Height, page 186.
10. If required, adjust backsheet deflector (A) by loosening
nut (D) and moving deflector (A) until there is a
1/32–5/16 in. (1–7 mm) gap (C) between the draper (B)
and the deflector (A).
11. Operate the drapers with the engine at idle so the talc
or talc/graphite lubricant will contact and adhere to the
draper seal surfaces.

6.7.3 Adjusting Draper Tension

WARNING
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, stop engine, remove
key, and engage safety props before going under machine for any reason.
NOTE:
The drapers are tensioned at the factory and should NOT require adjustment. If adjustment is required, draper
tension should be just enough to prevent slipping and to keep the draper from sagging below the cutterbar.
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6.7.7 Adjusting
Figure 6.105: Draper Seal
Figure 6.106: Backsheet Deflector
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