Accelerators; Inspecting Accelerators; Removing Accelerators - MacDon R113 Operator's Manual

4.4.8 Accelerators

Accelerators (A) are mounted on each outboard disc and
are designed to quickly move cut material off the disc and
into the conditioner.
One pair of accelerators is installed at each outboard end
of a 13-foot mower conditioner, whereas a 16-foot mower
conditioner has two pairs.
Periodically inspect accelerators for damage and loose or
missing fasteners and replace as necessary.
IMPORTANT:
Always replace accelerators in pairs to ensure proper
disc balance.

Inspecting Accelerators

DANGER
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.
1. Raise mower conditioner fully, stop engine, and
remove key.
2. Engage lift cylinder lock-out valves. Refer to
Engaging Locks, page
3. Open cutterbar doors.
Cutterbar Doors, page
CAUTION
Cutter blades have two cutting edges. Exercise
caution when working around the blades. Blades
are sharp and can cause serious injury. Wear
gloves when handling blades.
4. Inspect accelerators for damage and wear, and replace
if worn to 50% or more of their original height or if they
are no longer effectively moving crop.
5. Check for loose or missing fasteners and tighten or
replace missing fasteners.

Removing Accelerators

IMPORTANT:
Always replace accelerators in pairs to ensure proper disc balance.
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
31.
Refer to
3.3.1 Opening
36.
Figure 4.83: 16-Foot Mower Conditioner
3.1.1
Figure 4.84: Cutterbar Doors
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