Adjusting Roll Gap - MacDon R85 Operator's Manual

5. Inspect roll gap at both ends of the rolls. Gap (B)
should be 1 in. (25.4 mm). This is the factory setting.
IMPORTANT:
Roll timing is critical when the roll gap is decreased
because the bars may contact each other if the timing is
wrong.
6. Refer to
6.4 Roll Timing, page 71
checking the timing.
7. Reinstall the conditioner shield (B) and secure it with
nuts (A).
8. Close the driveshield. Refer to
30.

6.2.2 Adjusting Roll Gap

DANGER
Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator's seat for any reason. A child or even a
pet could engage an idling machine.
1. Lower header fully.
2. Stop the engine and remove the key.
3. Open the LH driveshield. Refer to
page 30.
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OPERATING THE HEADER
for instructions on
5.4 Driveshields, page
5.4 Driveshields,
68
Figure 6.3: Conditioner Roll Gap
A - Crop Direction
Figure 6.4: Conditioner Shield
B - Roll Gap
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