Page 1 Draper Header for Self-Propelled Windrowers IMPORTANT: PAGE 33 HAS BEEN UPDATED SINCE THIS MANUAL WAS PUBLISHED. Operator’s Manual 147725 Revision A 2016 Model Year Original Instruction The harvesting specialists.
Page 2 D65 Draper Header for Self-Propelled Windrowers Published: June 2015...
Page 3 Declaration of Conformity 147725 Revision A...
Page 4 147725 Revision A...
Page 5 This instructional manual contains information on the D65 Draper Header for Self-Propelled Windrowers. It is designed to serve a dual function in your grain, hay, and specialty crop harvesting operation. Teamed with your self-propelled windrower power unit and optional hay conditioner, D65 Draper Headers will cut and lay crop into uniform, ﬂuffy windrows.
Page 6 List of Revisions The following lists the changes from the previous version (169899 Revision A) of this document. Summary of Change Refer To • D65 Draper Header for Self-Propelled Windrowers Operator’s Manual from 169899 New book part number 147725 Rev A •...
Page 7: Model And Serial Number
Model and Serial Number Record the model number, serial number, and model year of the header and Slow Speed Transport/Stabilizer Wheel option (if installed) on the lines below. NOTE: Right-hand (RH) and left-hand (LH) designations are determined from the operator’s position, facing forward. Draper Header Header Model: Serial Number:...
Page 9: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Declaration of Conformity ........................i Introduction ............................. iii List of Revisions ..........................iv Model and Serial Number......................... v Safety ..............................1 Safety Alert Symbols........................1 Signal Words........................... 2 General Safety ..........................3 Maintenance Safety ......................... 5 Hydraulic Safety ..........................6 Safety Signs ............................
Page 10 TABLE OF CONTENTS Adjusting Reel Fore-Aft Position ..................59 Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders on Single Reel ............... 60 Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders on Double Reel.............. 62 3.7.10 Reel Tine Pitch........................65 Reel Cam Settings ......................65 Adjusting Reel Cam ......................67 3.7.11 Crop Dividers .........................
Page 11 TABLE OF CONTENTS Maintenance and Servicing ........................ 111 Preparing Machine for Servicing ....................111 Maintenance Speciﬁcations ......................112 5.2.1 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ..................112 5.2.2 Installing a Roller Chain ......................112 5.2.3 Installing a Sealed Bearing ....................113 Maintenance Requirements......................114 5.3.1 Maintenance Schedule/Record....................
Page 12 TABLE OF CONTENTS Draper Deck Idler Roller ....................174 Draper Deck Drive Roller....................177 5.7.9 Replacing Draper Deﬂectors ....................181 Removing Wide Draper Deﬂectors ..................181 Installing Wide Draper Deﬂectors ..................182 Removing Narrow Draper Deﬂectors ................184 Installing Narrow Draper Deﬂectors.................185 Reel.............................186 5.8.1 Reel Clearance to Cutterbar....................186 Measuring Reel Clearance .....................186 Adjusting Reel Clearance ....................188 5.8.2...
Page 13 TABLE OF CONTENTS 6.1.2 Lodged Crop Reel Finger Kit ....................227 6.1.3 PR15 Tine Tube Reel Conversion Kit..................228 6.1.4 Reel Endshield Kit .........................228 6.1.5 Reel Tine Tube Reinforcing Kit ....................229 Cutterbar............................230 6.2.1 Cutterbar Wearplate ......................230 6.2.2 Knifehead Shield ........................230 6.2.3 Stub Guard Conversion Kit ....................231 6.2.4 Vertical Knife Mounts......................231 Header............................232...
Page 15: 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 header. This symbol means: • ATTENTION! • BECOME ALERT! • YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Carefully read follow safety message accompanying this symbol.
Page 16: 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 17: 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 18 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 19: 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 20: 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 21: 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 22: Safety Decal Locations
SAFETY 1.7 Safety Decal Locations Figure 1.15: Upper Cross Auger A - MD #174682 Figure 1.16: Slow Speed Transport A - MD #220799 147725 Revision A...
Page 23 SAFETY Figure 1.17: Slow Speed Transport Tow-Bar A - MD #220797 B - MD #220798 Figure 1.18: Vertical Knife A - MD #174684 147725 Revision A...
Page 24 SAFETY Figure 1.19: Endsheets, Reel Arms, Backsheet A - MD #131393 B - MD #174632 C - MD #184371 D - MD #184371 (Double Knife Only) E - MD #131392 (2 Places) F - MD #131391 (2 Places) G - MD #174436 H - MD #184371 (Double Knife 2 Places) 147725...
Page 25 SAFETY Figure 1.20: Backtube: 15-Foot Header A - MD #184422 B - MD #184372 C - MD #131391 147725 Revision A...
Page 26 SAFETY Figure 1.21: Backtube: 20-Foot Header A - MD #184372 B - MD #166466 C - MD #131391 147725 Revision A...
Page 27 SAFETY Figure 1.22: Backtube: 25-Foot Header A - MD #184372 B - MD #166466 C - MD #131391 147725 Revision A...
Page 28 SAFETY Figure 1.23: Backtube: 30-, 35-, 40-Foot Header A - MD #184372 B - MD #166466 C - MD #131391 D - MD #131392 (30- & 35- Ft. Double Reel Only) E - MD #184372 (Split Frame) 147725 Revision A...
Page 29: Understanding Safety Signs
SAFETY 1.8 Understanding Safety Signs MD #113482 General hazard pertaining machine operation and servicing CAUTION To avoid injury or death from improper or unsafe machine operation: • Read the operator’s manual and follow all safety instructions. If you do not have a manual, obtain one from your Dealer.
Page 30 SAFETY MD #131392 Crushing hazard WARNING • To avoid injury from fall of raised reel; fully raise reel, stop the engine, remove the key, and engage safety prop on each reel support arm before working on or under reel. • Refer to header operator’s manual. Figure 1.26: MD #131392 MD #131393 Reel hazard...
Page 31 SAFETY MD #166833 Run-over hazard WARNING • Remove key from ignition. • Read tractor and mower manufacturer’s manuals for inspection and maintenance instructions. • Read the windrower and header manuals for inspection and maintenance instructions. Figure 1.29: MD #166425 MD #174436 High pressure oil hazard WARNING •...
Page 32 SAFETY MD #174682 Auger entanglement hazard CAUTION • To avoid injury from entanglement with rotating auger, stand clear of header while machine is running. Figure 1.32: MD #174682 MD #174684 Sharp component hazard CAUTION • Wear heavy canvas or leather gloves when working with knife.
Page 33 SAFETY MD #184372 General hazard pertaining machine operation and servicing CAUTION To avoid injury or death from improper or unsafe machine operation: • Read the operator’s manual and follow all safety instructions. If you do not have a manual, obtain one from your Dealer.
Page 34 SAFETY MD #193147 Transport/roading hazard WARNING • Ensure tow-bar lock mechanism is locked. Figure 1.36: MD #193147 MD #220797 Tipping hazard in transport mode WARNING • Read the operator’s manual for more information on potential tipping or roll-over of header while transporting. Figure 1.37: MD #220797 MD #220798 Loss of control hazard in transport...
Page 35 SAFETY MD #220799 Transport/roading hazard WARNING • Ensure tow-bar lock mechanism is locked. Figure 1.39: MD #220799 147725 Revision A...
Page 37: Product Overview
A hydraulic cylinder link between the header and the machine to which it is attached: Center-link It is 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 Double-draper drive Double reel Double Windrow Attachment...
Page 38 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Term Deﬁnition National Pipe Thread: A style of ﬁtting used for low pressure port openings Threads on NPT ﬁttings are uniquely tapered for an interference ﬁt O-ring boss: A style of ﬁtting commonly used in port opening on manifolds, pumps, and motors O-ring face seal: A style of ﬁtting commonly used for connecting hoses and tubes ORFS...
Page 39: Component Identification
PRODUCT OVERVIEW 2.2 Component Identiﬁcation Figure 2.1: D65 Windrower Header Components A - Reel Cam B - Pick-Up Reel Tines C - Drapers D - Center Reel Arm Prop Handle E - Hydraulic Connections F - Transport Light G - Reel Safety Prop...
Page 40: Specifications
PRODUCT OVERVIEW 2.3 Speciﬁcations | D65 | Attachments S: standard / O : optional (factory installed) / O : optional (dealer installed) / -: not available Cutterbar Effective cutting width (distance between crop divider points) 15-ft. header 15.00 ft. (180 in. [4572 mm]) 20-ft.
Page 41 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Guards and Hold-Downs Guard: pointed / forged / double heat treated (DHT) Hold-down: sheet metal / adjustment bolt Guard: pointed / forged / case hardened (CH) Hold-down: sheet metal / adjustment bolt Guard: stub / forged bottom / forged top / adjustment plate Guard: stub / forged bottom / sheet metal top / adjustment bolt Guard: four point / no-choke design (two long points with tangs / two short points without tangs) Guard Angle (Cutterbar on Ground)
Page 42 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Frame and Structure Cut width + 15-1/8 in. Header width (ﬁeld mode) (384 mm) (long dividers 104 in. (2636 mm) installed) Header only (long dividers 97 in. (2452 mm) Header width (transport removed) mode—reel fore-aft (long dividers With fully retracted) 112 in.
Page 43 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Attachments HC10 Hay Conditioner Roll length 72 in. (1830 mm) Outside diameter 9-1/8 in. (232 mm) Roll tube diameter 6-5/8 in. (168 mm) Roll speed 847–915 rpm Upper Cross Auger Outside diameter 12 in. (305 mm) All sizes except 25 ft. 6 in.
Page 45: 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 46: Operational Safety
OPERATION 3.2 Operational Safety CAUTION Adhere to the following safety precautions: • Follow all safety and operational instructions provided in your operator’s manuals. If you do not have a windrower manual, get one from your Dealer and read it thoroughly. •...
Page 47: Reel Safety Props
OPERATION 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. 3.2.2 Reel Safety Props The reel safety props, located on the reel support arms, prevent the reel from unexpectedly lowering. WARNING To avoid bodily injury from fall of raised reel, always engage reel safety props before going under raised reel for any reason.
Page 48: Disengaging Reel Safety Props
OPERATION 3. Use handle (A) to move lock rod to inboard position (B) which engages pin (C) under prop. 4. Lower reel until safety props contact the outer arm cylinder mounts and the center arm pins. Figure 3.4: Reel Safety Prop – Center Arm Disengaging Reel Safety Props 1.
Page 49: Endshields
OPERATION 3. Use the handle (B) to move the lock rod (A) to the outboard position. Figure 3.6: Reel Safety Prop – Center Arm 3.2.3 Endshields A hinged, polyethylene endshield is ﬁtted on each end of the header. Opening Endshields 1.
Page 50: Closing Endshields
OPERATION 2. Use tool (B) to unlock latch (A) at lower rear corner of endshield. 3. Lift endshield at the aft end to clear the pin at the top rear of the endshield. 4. Swing endshield out and away from the header while maintaining forward pressure to prevent the endshield from slipping out of tab (C) at the front of the endsheet.
Page 51: Removing Endshields
OPERATION 3. Push in the endshield to engage lower latch (A). 4. Use tool (B) to lock lower latch (A). Figure 3.11: Left-Hand Endshield 5. Replace tool (B) and lynch pin (A) on top pin (C). Figure 3.12: Left-Hand Endshield Pin Removing Endshields 1.
Page 52: Installing Endshields
OPERATION Installing Endshields 1. Position the endshield onto support (A), and align the hole in the endshield with the stud (B) on the support. Figure 3.14: Left-Hand Endshield 2. Secure the endshield to the support with acorn nut (A). 3. Close the endshield. Refer to Closing Endshields, page...
Page 53: Adjusting Endshields
OPERATION Adjusting Endshields Plastic endshields may expand or contract when subjected to large temperature changes. The position of the top pin and lower catch can be adjusted to compensate for dimensional changes. 1. Measure gap ‘X’ between the front end of the endshield and the header frame and compare the measurement to the values provided in Table 3.1 Gap “X”...
Page 54: Daily Start-Up Check
OPERATION 3.2.4 Daily Start-Up 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 55: Break-In Period
OPERATION 3.3 Break-in Period NOTE: Until you become familiar with the sound and feel of your new header, be extra alert and attentive. After attaching the header to the windrower for the ﬁrst time, follow these steps: 1. Operate the machine with reel drapers and knife running slowly for ﬁve minutes, watching and listening FROM THE OPERATOR’S SEAT for binding or interfering parts.
Page 56: Shutting Down The Machine
OPERATION 3.4 Shutting Down the Machine DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason. To shut down, and before leaving the windrower seat for any reason, follow these steps: •...
Page 57: Cab Controls
OPERATION 3.5 Cab Controls CAUTION Be sure all bystanders are clear of machine before starting engine or engaging any header drives. Refer to your windrower operator’s manual for identiﬁcation of in-cab controls for: • Header engage/disengage control • Header height •...
Page 58: Header Setup
3.6.2 Header Settings This table is a guideline for setting up the D65 Draper Header. Settings other than those suggested can be made to suit various crops and conditions not covered here.
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Page 61: Reel Settings
Refer to 3.6.2 Header Settings, page 44 for applicability of each ﬁnger pattern and reel position. Table 3.3 D65 Recommended Reel Settings Cam Setting Number Reel Position Reel Finger Pattern...
Page 62 • The tip speed of the ﬁngers/tines at the cutterbar becomes higher than the reel speed at higher cam settings due to the nature of the cam action. Refer to Table 3.3 D65 Recommended Reel Settings, page 147725 Revision A...
Page 63: Header Operating Variables
OPERATION 3.7 Header Operating Variables Satisfactory function of the header in all situations requires making proper adjustments to suit various crops and conditions. Correct operation reduces crop loss and increases productivity. As well, proper adjustments and timely maintenance will increase the length of service you receive from your machine. The variables listed in Table 3.4 Operating Variables, page 49 and detailed on the following pages will affect the...
Page 64 OPERATION Adjusting Stabilizer/Slow Speed Transport Wheels A properly adjusted header will achieve a balance between the amount of header weight carried by the ﬂoat and the amount carried by the stabilizer/slow speed transport wheels. DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason.
Page 65 OPERATION 13. Lower the header to the desired cutting height using the windrower controls and check the load indicator. Figure 3.21: Load Indicator IMPORTANT: Continuous operation with excessive spring compression (i.e., load indicator reading greater than ‘4’ or a compressed length (A) less than 11-5/8 in. [295 mm]) can result in damage to the suspension system.
Page 66 OPERATION 3. Support the wheel weight by lifting slightly with one hand on handle (B), and pull up on the handle (A) to release the lock. 4. Lift the wheel using handle (B), and engage the support channel into the center slot (C) in the upper support. 5.
Page 67: Cutting On The Ground
OPERATION Cutting On the Ground Cutting on the ground is performed with the header fully lowered and the cutterbar on the ground. The orientation of the knife and knife guards relative to the ground (header angle) is controlled by the skid shoes and the center-link—it is NOT controlled by the header lift cylinders.
Page 68 OPERATION Adjusting Inner Skid Shoe 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. 1. Raise header to full height, engage safety props, shut off engine, and remove key. 2.
Page 69: Header Float
3.7.2 Header Float D65 windrower headers are designed to ride on the skid shoes when cutting on the ground. The windrower ﬂoat system reduces the ground pressure so that the header ﬂoats over obstacles and follows ground contours instead of being supported by the windrower lift cylinders.
Page 70: Reel Speed
OPERATION 3.7.4 Reel Speed Reel speed is one of the factors that determines how crop is moved from the cutterbar onto the drapers. The reel performs best when it appears to be driven by the ground. It should move the cut crop evenly through the cutterbar and onto the drapers without bunching and with minimal disturbance.
Page 71: Draper Speed
OPERATION Figure 3.29: Ground Speed vs Acres A - 15 Foot B - 20 Foot C - 25 Foot D - 30 Foot E - 35 Foot F - 40 Foot G - acres/hour H - miles/hour J - hectares per hour K - kilometers/hour Example: A 25-foot header operating at a ground speed of 6 mph (9.7 km/h) would produce a cut area of approximately 18 acres (7.3 hectares) in one hour.
Page 72: Reel Height
OPERATION Recommended Knife Speed Range (spm) Header Size (ft.) Single Knife Double Knife 30 ft. 1200–1400 1200–1600 35 ft. 1100–1300 1200–1400 40 ft. 1050–1200 1100–1400 3.7.8 Reel Height The crop type and condition determines the operating height of the reel. Set the reel height to carry material past the knife and onto the drapers with minimal disturbance and damage to the cut crop.
Page 73: Adjusting Reel Fore-Aft Position
OPERATION A decal (A) is attached to the right reel support arm for identifying reel position. The aft edge of the cam disc (B) is the reel fore-aft position marker. For straight standing crop, center the reel over the cutterbar (4–5 on decal).
Page 74: Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders On Single Reel
OPERATION Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders on Single Reel The reel can be moved approximately 9 in. (227 mm) further aft by repositioning the fore-aft cylinders on the reel arms. DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason.
Page 75 OPERATION Reposition the left reel arm cylinder as follows: NOTE: Reel components not shown in illustration for improved clarity. 1. Remove pin (A) securing cylinder (B) to bracket/light assembly (C). 2. Remove bolts (D) securing bracket/light assembly (C) to the reel arm, and remove the bracket/light assembly. 3.
Page 76: Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders On Double Reel
OPERATION Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders on Double Reel The reel can be moved approximately 9 in. (227 mm) further aft by repositioning the fore-aft cylinders on the reel arms. DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason.
Page 77 OPERATION Reposition right arm cylinder as follows: NOTE: Reel components not shown in illustration for improved clarity. 1. Remove four bolts (A) securing cylinder bracket (B) to the reel arm. 2. Push reel back until bracket (B) lines up with the aft set of holes (C).
Page 78 OPERATION Reposition the left reel arm cylinder as follows: NOTE: Reel components not shown in illustration for improved clarity. 1. Remove pin (A) securing cylinder (B) to bracket/light assembly (C). 2. Remove bolts (D) securing bracket/light assembly (C) to the reel arm, and remove the bracket/light assembly. 3.
Page 79: Reel Tine Pitch
OPERATION 3.7.10 Reel Tine Pitch IMPORTANT: The following describes the conceptual and operational guidelines of the pick-up reel. Please read carefully before operating the machine. The pick-up reel is designed to pick up ﬂattened and severely lodged crops. It is not always necessary to increase the tine pitch (select a higher cam setting) to pick up lodged crops, however, because the cam setting is mainly used to determine how the crop gets delivered onto the drapers.
Page 80 OPERATION Cam Position 3, Reel Position 6 or 7 is mainly used to leave long stubble. • This position allows the reel to reach forward and lift the crop across the knife and onto the drapers. • This setting generates a ﬁngertip speed that is approximately 30% faster than the reel speed.
Page 81: Adjusting Reel Cam
OPERATION Refer to 3.6.2 Header Settings, page 44 for recommended reel tine pitch in speciﬁc crops and crop conditions. Adjusting Reel Cam DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason.
Page 82: Removing Crop Dividers Without Latch Option From Header
OPERATION 3. Lift safety lever (A). 4. Hold onto crop divider (B), push lever (C) to open latch, and lower crop divider. Figure 3.48: Crop Divider 5. Lift crop divider off endsheet and store as follows: a. Insert pin (A) on crop divider into hole in endsheet at location shown.
Page 83: Installing Crop Dividers With Latch Option Onto Header
OPERATION 3. Remove bolt (A), lock washer, and ﬂat washer. 4. Lower crop divider (B) and then lift to remove from endsheet. 5. Close or install endshields. Refer to 3.2.3 Endshields, page Figure 3.50: Crop Divider Installing Crop Dividers with Latch Option onto Header 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.
Page 84: Installing Crop Dividers Without Latch Option Onto Header
OPERATION 4. Position crop divider as shown by inserting lugs (A) into holes in endsheet. 5. Lift forward end of crop divider until pin (B) at top of crop divider engages and closes latch (C). 6. Push safety lever (D) downwards to lock pin into latch (C).
Page 85 OPERATION 3. Remove crop divider from storage location by lifting crop divider to disengage lugs (A) at lower end and then lowering it slightly to disengage pin (B) from endsheet. Figure 3.54: Stored Crop Divider 4. Position crop divider as shown by inserting lugs (A) into holes in endsheet.
Page 86: Crop Divider Rods
OPERATION 3.7.12 Crop Divider Rods Crop divider rods are used in conjunction with crop dividers. The removable crop divider rods are most useful when crop is down, but in standing crops, using only crop dividers is recommended. Table 3.6 Crop Divider Rods Recommended Use With Divider Rods Without Divider Rods Alfalfa...
Page 87: Rice Divider Rods
OPERATION Rice Divider Rods Optional rice divider rods provide improved performance in tall and tangled rice crops. Refer to 6.4.13 Rice Divider Rods, page 238. The installation and removal procedures are the same as for standard crop divider rods. Figure 3.59: Divider Rod for Rice 147725 Revision A...
Page 88: Delivery Opening
OPERATION 3.8 Delivery Opening The width and location of the delivery opening affects the width and conﬁguration of the windrow. The decision to widen or narrow the center delivery opening, or to double windrow, should be based on the following factors: •...
Page 89: Adjusting Delivery Opening On Header With Hydraulic Deck Shift
OPERATION 3.8.2 Adjusting Delivery Opening on Header with Hydraulic Deck Shift The delivery opening can be changed by moving the inboard deck shift stops. 1. Remove bolts (A). 2. Slide stop (B) outboard to decrease the maximum opening size, inboard increase maximum opening.
Page 90: Double Windrowing
Double windrowing is laying two swaths side-by-side. Larger capacity combines or forage harvesters can then pick up twice as much material in a single pass, saving time and fuel. Double windrowing is performed with the D65 Draper Headers by two methods: deck shifting or using the Double Windrow Attachment (DWA).
Page 91: Shifting Decks Manually
OPERATION 3.9.2 Shifting Decks Manually Both decks can be moved manually to deliver the crop from the center or right/left end on 25- to 40-ft. headers. To deliver crop from the right end, move the decks to the left end of the header as follows: DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason.
Page 92: Using Double Windrow Attachment (Dwa)
OPERATION To lay a double-windrow, do the following: NOTE: 30-ft. headers equipped with transport or stabilizer system, require that the wheels be in the raised position to avoid interfering with the windrow. 4. Position decks at the left end of header to deliver crop from right end (A).
Page 93: Windrow Types
OPERATION 3.10 Windrow Types There are three basic criteria by which the quality of a windrow is measured: • Weight Distribution: Heads and stalks distributed evenly across full width of windrow • Good Curing: A loose, open windrow for better drying •...
Page 94 OPERATION Weight Machine Setting Windrow Type Description Curing Weatherability Distribution Guidelines The stalks are Poor Fair Poor • Low reel speed 45° Diagonal lined along one edge and heads • Less aggressive are along opposite tine pitch edge, 45° to windrow •...
Page 95: Haying Tips
OPERATION 3.11 Haying Tips The following information may be useful when using the D65 Draper Header in hay crops. 3.11.1 Curing A quick cure will maintain top quality because • 5% of the protein is lost for each day hay lies on the ground.
Page 96: Driving On Windrow
OPERATION Conﬁguration Advantage High and ﬂuffy Movement of air through the windrow is more important to the curing process than is direct sunlight. Consistent formation, not bunchy Permits an even ﬂow of material into the baler, chopper, etc. and allows for more even drying. Even distribution of material across windrow Results in even and consistent bales to minimize handling and stacking problems.
Page 97: Levelling The Header
OPERATION 3.12 Levelling the Header The windrower linkages are factory-set to provide the proper level for the header and should not normally require adjustment. NOTE: The ﬂoat springs are NOT used to level the header. If the header is not level, check the pressure of the windrower’s tires to ensure they are properly inﬂated (refer to your windrower’s operator’s manual).
Page 98: Unplugging Cutterbar
OPERATION 3.13 Unplugging Cutterbar To remove plugged material from the cutterbar, follow these steps: 1. Stop forward movement of machine and disengage header drives. 2. Raise header to prevent it from ﬁlling with dirt, and engage header drive clutch. 3. If plug does NOT clear, disengage header drive clutch and raise header fully. CAUTION Lowering rotating reel on a plugged cutterbar will damage the reel components.
Page 99: Upper Cross Auger (Uca)
IMPORTANT: The UCA drive motor must be equipped with a case drain kit when used on single draper drive headers. See your MacDon Dealer for details. Figure 3.67: Upper Cross Auger 147725 Revision A...
Page 100: Removing Beater Bars
OPERATION 3.14.1 Removing Beater Bars DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason. 1. Lower the header to the ground, stop the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
Page 101: Installing Beater Bars
OPERATION 3.14.2 Installing Beater Bars WARNING To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key before making adjustments to machine. 1. Lower the header to the ground, stop the engine, and remove the key from the ignition. 2.
Page 102: Transporting Header
• Travel speed should be such that complete control and machine stability are maintained at all times. 3.15.2 Towing Headers with the Slow Speed Transport/Stabilizer Wheel option can be towed behind a properly conﬁgured MacDon windrower or an agricultural tractor. Refer to the windrower operator’s manual for instructions.
Page 103: Attaching Header To Towing Vehicle
• Connect header 7-pole plug wiring harness to mating receptacle on towing vehicle. (The 7-pole receptacle is available from your MacDon Dealer parts department). • Ensure lights are functioning properly and clean the slow moving vehicle sign and other reﬂectors. Use ﬂashing warning lights unless prohibited by law.
Page 104: Converting From Transport To Field Position
OPERATION 3.15.3 Converting from Transport to Field Position Removing Tow-Bar 1. Block the tires to prevent the header from rolling, and unhook the header from the towing vehicle. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector (A) on the tow-bar. 3. Remove pin (B) from the tow-bar, and disassemble the outer section (C) from the inner section (D).
Page 105: Storing The Tow-Bar
OPERATION Storing the Tow-Bar 1. Place the inner end of the outer half of the tow-bar into the cradle (A) on the left side of the header backtube. 2. Secure clevis/pintle end of the tow-bar in support (B) on the endsheet using hitch pin (C). Secure with lynch pin. 3.
Page 106: Moving Front (Left) Wheels Into Field Position
OPERATION 7. Attach the header to the windrower. Refer to the windrower operator’s manual for instructions. IMPORTANT: Carrying the tow-bar on the header will affect the main header ﬂoat. Refer to your windrower operator’s manual for adjustment procedures. 8. Place the transport wheels into ﬁeld position. Refer to the following: •...
Page 107: Moving Rear (Right) Wheels Into Field Position
OPERATION 5. Align lift hook (A) with lug (B) and lift the wheel assembly to engage the pin in the lift hook. Ensure latch (C) is engaged. 6. Install clevis pin (D) and secure to the center of the axle with hairpin.
Page 108 OPERATION 2. Remove pin (A) and store at location (B). 3. Pull handle (C) upwards to release. 4. Lift the wheel to the desired height and engage the support channel into slot (D) in the vertical support. 5. Push down on handle (C) to lock. Figure 3.81: Rear Wheel –...
Page 109: Converting From Field To Transport Position
OPERATION 9. Pull pin (A) on right-hand wheel, swivel the wheel counterclockwise to position shown, and lock with pin (A). 10. Remove the hairpin (B) from the latch (C). 11. Lift the wheel, lift latch (C), and engage lug (D) onto the left axle.
Page 110 OPERATION CAUTION Stand clear of wheels and release linkage carefully as wheels will drop once the mechanism is released. 1. Pull the handle (B) upwards to release and raise the linkage (A) fully upwards into the vertical support. 2. Raise the header fully, stop the engine, and remove the key from ignition.
Page 111: Moving Rear (Right) Wheels Into Transport Position
OPERATION 7. Remove the pin (A) from storage at the top of the leg (B). 8. Move and swivel the wheels clockwise until the connector (C) is turned towards the front end of the header. 9. Insert pin (A) and turn to lock. 10.
Page 112 OPERATION 6. Remove the pin (A) and install at location (B) to secure the linkage. Turn the pin to lock. 7. Pull the pin (D), swivel the wheel (C) counterclockwise 90°, and release the pin to lock. Figure 3.90: Wheel Position 8.
Page 113 OPERATION 10. Lock the wheel (A) with pin (B). Move the right axle (C) to the front of the header. Figure 3.93: Right Rear Wheel 11. Remove the pin (A), raise support (B) to the position shown, and reinsert pin. IMPORTANT: Ensure the pin (A) engages the tube on the axle.
Page 114: Attaching Tow-Bar
OPERATION Attaching Tow-Bar The tow-bar consists of two sections which make storage and handling easier. 1. Unhook the rubber strap (D) from the cradle (A) on the right side of the header. 2. Remove the clevis pin (C) and detach the tube end from the support (B).
Page 115 OPERATION 8. Connect the outer half (B) of the tow-bar to the inner half (A). Figure 3.97: Tow-Bar Assembly 9. Lift the outer half (B) and insert it into the inner half (A). Figure 3.98: Tow-Bar Assembly 10. Secure the two halves together with the L-pin (A) and then turn to lock.
Page 116 OPERATION 12. Position the tow-bar (A) onto the axle, and push against the latch (B) until the tow-bar pins drop into the hooks (C). 13. Check that latch (B) has engaged the tow-bar. 14. Install the clevis pin (D) and secure with hairpin. Figure 3.100: Attaching Tow-Bar 15.
Page 117: Storing The Header
OPERATION 3.16 Storing the Header Perform the following procedures at the end of each operating season: CAUTION Never use gasoline, naphtha, or any volatile material for cleaning purposes. These materials may be toxic and/or ﬂammable. CAUTION Cover cutterbar and knife guards to prevent injury from accidental contact. 1.
Page 119: Header Attachment/Detachment
4 Header Attachment/Detachment This chapter includes instructions for setting up, attaching, and detaching the header. 4.1 Attaching Header to Windrower Refer to your windrower operator’s manual for instructions for mechanically attaching the header to the self-propelled windrower. Refer to the following procedures for electrical and hydraulic connections. Header drive hydraulic hoses and electrical harness are located on the left cab-forward side of the windrower.
Page 120 HEADER ATTACHMENT/DETACHMENT 5. Push hose connectors onto mating receptacle until collar on receptacle snaps into lock position. 6. Remove cover on electrical receptacle (A). 7. Push electrical connector onto receptacle and turn collar on connector to lock it in. 8. Attach cover to mating cover on tractor wiring. Figure 4.3: Header Receptacles A - Electrical Connector B - Knife Drive...
Page 121 HEADER ATTACHMENT/DETACHMENT 11. Open cover on header receptacle (A). 12. Push in lock button (B) and pull handle (C) to half open position. Figure 4.6: Reel Hydraulics Receptacle 13. Remove hose bundle with multi-coupler (C) from windrower, locate onto header receptacle and push handle (B) to engage pins on connector.
Page 122: Detaching Header From Windrower
HEADER ATTACHMENT/DETACHMENT 4.2 Detaching Header from Windrower To detach the header from the windrower, follow these steps: 1. Fully lower the reel. 2. To disconnect the reel hydraulics, push in lock button (A) and pull handle (B) to disengage multicoupler (C) from header receptacle. 3.
Page 123 HEADER ATTACHMENT/DETACHMENT 7. To disconnect hoses from header, line up slot (A) in collar with pin (B) on connector. 8. Push collar toward pin and pull connector to disengage. 9. Install caps on connectors and hose ends (if equipped). Figure 4.11: Quick Disconnect 10.
Page 125: Maintenance And Servicing
5 Maintenance and Servicing The following instructions provide information about routine header service. Detailed maintenance and service information is contained in the technical service manual that is available from your Dealer. A parts catalog is provided in the plastic manuals case inside the left endshield. Log hours of operation and use the maintenance record provided (refer to 5.3.1 Maintenance Schedule/Record, page...
Page 126: Maintenance Specifications
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.2 Maintenance Speciﬁcations 5.2.1 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Ensure your machine operates at top efﬁciency by using clean ﬂuids and lubricants only. • Use clean containers to handle all ﬂuids and lubricants. • Store ﬂuids and lubricants in an area protected from dust, moisture, and other contaminants. Lubricant Speciﬁcation Description...
Page 127: Installing A Sealed Bearing
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.2.3 Installing a Sealed Bearing To install a sealed bearing, follow these steps: 1. Clean shaft and coat with rust preventative. 2. Install ﬂangette (A), bearing (B), second ﬂangette (C), and lock collar (D). NOTE: The locking cam is only on one side of the bearing. 3.
Page 128: Maintenance Requirements
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.3 Maintenance Requirements Periodic maintenance requirements are organized according to service intervals. Regular maintenance is the best insurance against early wear and untimely breakdowns. Following the maintenance schedule will increase your machine’s life. When servicing the machine, refer to the speciﬁc headings in this section and use only ﬂuids and lubricants speciﬁed 5.2.1 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants, page 112.
Page 129: Maintenance Schedule/Record
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.3.1 Maintenance Schedule/Record Copy this page to continue record. Maintenance ▲ - Change  - Lubricate  - Check Action: Record Hour Meter Reading Date Serviced by First Use, Refer to 5.3.2 Break-In Inspection, page 116 End of Season, Refer to 5.3.4 End-of-Season Service, page 117 10 Hours or Daily Hydraulic hoses and...
Page 130: Break-In Inspection
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Maintenance ▲ - Change  - Lubricate  - Check Action: Record 250 Hours or Annually  Draper seal Upper cross auger center  support and U-joint  Reel drive U-joint Transport axle pivot  bushings 500 Hours or Annually ...
Page 131: Preseason/Annual Service
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.3.3 Preseason/Annual Service Perform the following procedures at the beginning of each operating season: CAUTION • Review this manual to refresh your memory on the safety and operating recommendations. • Review all the safety decals and other decals on the header and note the hazard areas. •...
Page 132: Checking Hydraulic Hoses And Lines
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 10. Check for broken components and order replacements from your Dealer. Immediate repair of these items will save time and effort at the beginning of next season. 11. Replace or tighten any missing or loose hardware. Refer to 5.2 Maintenance Speciﬁcations, page 112.
Page 133: Service Intervals
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Service Intervals Refer to the illustrations on the following pages to identify the various locations that require lubrication and servicing. Illustrations are organized by the frequency of service that is required. IMPORTANT: Unless otherwise speciﬁed, use high temperature extreme pressure (EP2) performance with 1% maximum molybdenum disulphide (NLGI grade 2) lithium base.
Page 134 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Figure 5.7: Every 100 Hours A - Knife Drive Box (Check Oil Level Between Lower Hole and C - Upper Cross Auger Bearing (1 Place) End of Dipstick [B]) ® D - Reel Drive Chain (1 Place) (Double Reel Shown – Single Reel Similar) E - Hydraulic Couplers (Use WD40 or Equivalent) 147725...
Page 135 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Figure 5.8: Every 250 Hours A - Upper Cross Auger U-joint 13 B - Upper Cross Auger Bearing (2 Places) 13. U-joint has an extended lubrication cross and bearing kit. Stop greasing when greasing becomes difﬁcult or if U-joint stops taking grease.
Page 136 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Figure 5.9: Every 250 Hours (Continued) A - Rear Axle Pivots B - Front Wheel Pivot (1 Place) D - Double Reel U-Joint (1 Place) 14 C -Frame/Wheel Pivot (1 Place) - Both Sides 14. U-joint has an extended lubrication cross and bearing kit. Stop greasing when greasing becomes difﬁcult or if U-joint stops taking grease.
Page 137 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Figure 5.10: Every 500 Hours A - Reel Right Bearing (1 Place) B - Reel Center Bearing (1 Place) C - Wheel Bearings (4 Places) D - Reel Left Bearing (1 Place) 147725 Revision A...
Page 138: Greasing Procedure
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Greasing Procedure Greasing points are marked on the machine by decals showing a grease gun and grease interval in hours of operation. Master grease point location decals are provided on the header. DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason.
Page 139 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 1. Wipe grease ﬁtting with a clean cloth before greasing to avoid injecting dirt and grit. 2. Inject grease through ﬁtting with grease gun until grease overﬂows ﬁtting (except where noted). 3. Leave excess grease on ﬁtting to keep out dirt. 4.
Page 140: Electrical
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.4 Electrical Use electrical tape and wire clips as required to prevent wires from dragging or rubbing. Keep lights clean and replace defective bulbs. 5.4.1 Replacing Light Bulbs To replace a light bulb, follow these steps: 1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove screws (A) from ﬁxture and remove plastic lens.
Page 141: Knife
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.5 Knife WARNING Keep hands clear of the area between guards and knife at all times. CAUTION To avoid personal injury, before servicing machine or opening drive covers, refer to 5.1 Preparing Machine for Servicing, page 111. CAUTION Wear heavy gloves when working around or handling knives.
Page 142 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING To replace a section, follow these steps: 1. Stroke knife as required, to center the section (A) between guards. 2. Remove nuts (B). 3. Remove bars (C) and lift section off the knife bar. 4. If section is under a splice bar (D), remove the bar. 5.
Page 143: Removing Knife
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.5.2 Removing Knife WARNING Stand to rear of knife during removal to reduce risk of injury from cutting edges. Wear heavy gloves when handling knife. Manually stroke knife to its outer limit and clean area around the knifehead. 1.
Page 144: Installing Knifehead Bearing
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.5.4 Installing Knifehead Bearing To install the knifehead bearing, follow these steps: 1. Place O-ring (E) and plug (D) in knifehead. IMPORTANT: Install the bearing with the stamped end (the end with identiﬁcation markings) facing up. 2. Using a ﬂat-ended tool (A) with approximately the same diameter as the bearing (C), push the bearing into the knifehead until the top of the bearing is ﬂush with the step in knifehead.
Page 145: Spare Knife
Check DAILY that guards are aligned and that knife sections are contacting shear surface of each guard. Adjusting Knife Guards To adjust knife guards, follow these steps: NOTE: The guard straightening tool (MD #140135) is available from your MacDon Dealer. 147725 Revision A...
Page 146 3. If material is tough to cut, install stub guards with top guard and adjuster plate. A kit is available from your MacDon Dealer. Refer to 6.2.3 Stub Guard Conversion Kit, page 231.
Page 147: Replacing Pointed Guards On A Single-Knife Header
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Replacing Pointed Guards on a Single-Knife Header To replace pointed knife guards on a single-knife header, follow these steps: WARNING To avoid bodily injury from fall of raised reel, always engage reel safety props before going under raised reel for any reason.
Page 148: Replacing Stub Guards On A Single-Knife Header
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 1. Remove two bolts and nuts (B) that attach knife guard (A) and top guide (C) to cutterbar. 2. Remove knife guard, plastic wear plate (if installed), top guide (C), and adjuster bar (D). Figure 5.28: Double-Knife Guard 3.
Page 149: Replacing Stub Guards On A Double-Knife Header
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING To replace stub guards, follow these steps: 1. Remove the two nuts (A) and bolts that attach stub guard (B) and top guide (C) to cutterbar. 2. Remove guard, plastic wear plate (if installed), top guide, and adjuster bar (D). 3.
Page 150: Checking Knife Hold-Downs
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 1. Remove the two nuts (A) and bolts that attach guard (B) and top guide (C) and adjuster bar (D) to cutterbar. 2. Remove guard, plastic wear plate (if installed), top guide (C), and adjuster bar (D). 3.
Page 151 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Adjusting Hold-Downs with Pointed Guards To adjust the clearance between hold-downs and knife on header with pointed guards, follow these steps: 1. Check the clearance (A) between the normal hold-down and knife section with a feeler gauge. The clearance should be 0.004–0.024 in.
Page 152: Knifehead Shield
The shield attaches to the endsheet and reduces the knifehead opening to prevent cut crop from accumulating in the knifehead cut-out, especially in severely lodged crops. The shield(s) and mounting hardware are available from your MacDon Dealer. IMPORTANT: Shields should be removed when cutting with the cutterbar on the ground in muddy conditions. Mud may pack into the cavity behind the shield and cause knife drive box failures.
Page 153 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 3. Place knifehead shield (A) against endsheet as shown. Orient the shield so that cutout matches proﬁle of knifehead and/or hold-downs. 4. Bend shield along slit to conform to endsheet. 5. Align mounting holes and then install two 3/8 in. x 1/2 ®...
Page 154: Knife And Knife Drive
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.6 Knife and Knife Drive 5.6.1 Knife Drive Box Knife drive boxes are belt driven by a hydraulic motor that is powered by the adapter hydraulic pump, and convert rotational motion into the reciprocating motion of the knife. CAUTION To avoid personal injury, before servicing machine or opening drive covers, refer to 5.1 Preparing Machine...
Page 155 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 4. Open the access cover (A) on the endsheet behind cutterbar to provide clearance between the knife drive box pulley and the endsheet. Figure 5.39: Access Cover 5. Remove belt (A) from drive pulley (B). 6. Slip belt (A) over and behind the knife drive box pulley (C).
Page 156 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 14. Remove bolt (A) that clamps the knife drive arm to the knife drive box output shaft. 15. Remove the knife drive arm (B) from the knife drive box output shaft. 16. Remove the four knife drive box mounting bolts (C, D). NOTE: Do NOT remove bolt (E), this is factory set.
Page 157 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 4. Open the access cover (A) on the endsheet behind cutterbar to provide clearance between the knife drive box pulley and the endsheet. Figure 5.44: Access Cover 5. Manually stroke knife to its outer limit and clean area around the knifehead.
Page 158: Removing Knife Drive Box Pulley
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 12. Remove bolt (A) that clamps the knife drive arm to the knife drive box output shaft. 13. Remove the knife drive arm (B) from the knife drive box output shaft. 14. Remove the four knife drive box mounting bolts (C, D). NOTE: Do NOT remove bolt (E), this is factory set.
Page 159: Installing Knife Drive Box Pulley
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Installing Knife Drive Box Pulley To install the knife drive box pulley, follow these steps: 1. Ensure splines and bores in pulley or drive arm are free of paint oil and solvents. ® 2. Apply Loctite #243 adhesive (or equivalent) to spline. Apply in two bands (A) around shaft, with one band at end of spline and one band approximately mid-way.
Page 160 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ® 4. Apply Loctite #243 to the output shaft in two bands (A). 5. Slide output arm (B) onto output shaft. Rotate pulley to ensure drive arm just clears frame on inboard stroke to ensure proper placement on splines. Figure 5.50: Knife Drive Box 6.
Page 161 11. Check the knife drive box pulley and drive pulley alignment. If adjustment is required, contact your MacDon Dealer. 12. Tighten knife drive box side bolts (A) ﬁrst, then the bottom bolts (B). Torque to 200 ft·lbf (271 N·m). 13. Stroke the output arm to mid stroke, check and ensure that the knife bar does not contact the front of the ﬁrst guard.
Page 162: Changing Oil In Knife Drive Box
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Changing Oil in Knife Drive Box Change knife drive box lubricant after the ﬁrst 50 hours of operation and every 1000 hours (or 3 years) thereafter. To change the oil in the knife drive box, follow these steps: 1.
Page 163 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 1. Open endshield. Refer to Opening Endshields, page 2. Loosen the two bolts (A) that secure the motor assembly to header endsheet. 3. Loosen the belt by turning the tensioning bolt (B) counterclockwise. Figure 5.57: Knife Drive 4.
Page 164 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 1. Route knife drive belt (A) around knife drive box pulley (C) and knife drive pulley (B). Use notch in pulley (C) to assist in installing belt. NOTE: When installing new belt, never pry belt over pulley. Be sure drive motor is fully forward.
Page 165: Timed Double-Knife Drive Belts
Readjust the tension of a new belt after a short run-in period (about ﬁve hours). Figure 5.63: Knife Drive Timed Double-Knife Drive Belts This section applies to 35-foot and smaller double-knife model D65 Draper Headers with timed drives. Removing Timed Drive V-Belts 1. Open left endshield. Refer to Opening Endshields, page 2.
Page 166 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING NOTE: Never pry belt over pulley. Be sure drive motor is fully forward. 1. Install V-belts (C) onto pulleys. IMPORTANT: To prolong belt and drive life, do NOT overtighten belt. 2. Turn adjuster bolt (B) to tighten belts. The belts should deﬂect 5/32 in.
Page 167 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING NOTE: The following two steps are not applicable to the right side drive. 4. Loosen two bolts (A) on endsheet. 5. Turn adjuster bolt (B) to loosen the two V-belts (C) and remove them. Figure 5.67: Knife Drive V-Belts 6.
Page 168 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING NOTE: The following two steps do not apply to the right side drive. 2. Install the two V-belts (C) and turn adjuster bolt (B) to tension them. Tension is checked at mid-span of the belts. The belts should deﬂect 5/32 in. (4 mm) with 12–17 lbf (52–77 N) of force applied to each belt.
Page 169 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Tensioning Timed Knife Drive Belts This describes the tensioning procedure for the timed left and right knife drive belts. The illustrations for the right side are opposite to what is shown. IMPORTANT: To prolong belt and drive life, do NOT over-tighten belt. IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the adjuster bolt at the drive pulley to adjust timing belt tension.
Page 170 8. Repeat procedure for opposite side of header. 9. Close endshields. Figure 5.76: Belt Guide Adjusting Double-Knife Timing Timed double-knife D65 Draper Headers, 35-foot and smaller, require that knives are properly timed to move in opposite directions. 1. Open both endshields. Refer to Opening Endshields, page 2.
Page 171 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 4. Rotate the right knife drive box pulley counterclockwise until the right knife (A) is at the center of the inboard stroke (B) (moving towards center of header). NOTE: Center stroke is when the knife sections (C) are centered between guard points.
Page 172 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7. Position pry bar (A) under the idler bracket (C), and push the bracket up until a force of 6 lb (27 N) deﬂects the belt 1/2 in. (13 mm) at mid-point of the upper span. NOTE: Placing a piece of wood (B) under pry bar (A) will protect the paint of the machine.
Page 173 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Adjusting Belt Tracking The following procedure is applicable to the left side knife drive and the right side knife drive on timed drive headers. IMPORTANT: A belt that is not tracking properly is subject to premature failure. Ensure the pulleys are aligned and parallel. Follow the belt tensioning procedures in this manual to avoid misalignment.
Page 174 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 6. If the belt (A) is tracking to one side of the knife drive box pulley (B), the likely cause is an out of position idler pulley (C). Proceed to Step 8., page 161 to correct the problem. Figure 5.84: Knife Drive Belt 7.
Page 175 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 8. To correct the tracking problem on the knife drive box pulley, adjust the position of the idler as follows: a. Loosen nuts (A) and (B) and move bracket and idler until belt is loose. b. Remove nut (B) securing idler to bracket, and remove lock washer, idler pulley, and ﬂat washer.
Page 176 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 9. If further adjustment to correct the drive pulley tracking is required, proceed as follows: a. Loosen nut (A) on idler and nuts (B) on idler bracket. b. Loosen nuts (C) at drive pulley location. c. Turn adjuster bolt (D) clockwise to correct a toe-in problem, which will allow the belt to track inboard.
Page 177: Drapers
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.7 Drapers Replace drapers if torn, cracked, or missing slats. 5.7.1 Removing Drapers To remove a draper, follow these steps: WARNING To avoid bodily injury from fall of raised reel, always engage reel safety props before going under raised reel for any reason.
Page 178 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 1. Apply talc, baby powder, or talc/graphite lubricant mix to the draper surface that forms the seal with the cutterbar and to the underside of the draper guides. 2. Insert the draper into the deck at the outboard end under the rollers.
Page 179: Adjusting Draper Tension
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 8. Check the draper seal between the drapers and the cutterbar. Ensure there is a 0.04–0.08 in. (1–2 mm) gap (A) between the cutterbar (C) and the draper (B). 9. Refer to 5.7.7 Adjusting Deck Height, page 172 achieve the proper gap.
Page 180 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 1. Ensure the white indicator bar (A) is at the halfway point in the window. WARNING Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. 2. Start the engine and raise the header. 3. Stop the engine, remove the key from the ignition, and engage the header safety props.
Page 181: Removing Endless Draper
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING IMPORTANT: Do NOT adjust nut (C). This nut is used for draper alignment only. 6. Turn the adjuster bolt (A) counterclockwise to loosen, and the white indicator bar (B) will move outboard in the direction of arrow (D) to indicate that the draper is loosening.
Page 182 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 3. Turn bolt (A) counterclockwise to fully loosen draper. White indicator bar (B) will move outboard in direction of arrow to indicate that draper is loosening. Figure 5.99: Draper Tensioner 4. Push draper away from cutterbar (as shown) to expose deck support (A).
Page 183: Installing Endless Draper
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7. Insert a pry bar (A) into the hole located in the deck at the approximate deck mid-point location, and lift the deck clear of the cutterbar. NOTE: Ensure pry bar is long enough to accommodate the width of the draper. 8.
Page 184: Adjusting Header Draper Tracking
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 4. Lift deck, remove stand (B), and lower deck into position. Remove pry bar (A). Figure 5.104: Lifting the Deck 5. Line-up deck supports (A) with bolts in deck. 6. Move deck towards cutterbar to engage deck supports. 7.
Page 185 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Table 5.1 Header Draper Tracking Tracking Adjustment Method Location Tighten nut Backward Increase ‘X’ Drive Roller Loosen nut Forward Decrease ‘X’ Tighten nut Backward Increase ‘Y’ Idler Roller Loosen nut Forward Decrease ‘Y’ Figure 5.106: Draper Tracking Adjustments 1.
Page 186: Adjusting Deck Height
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.7.7 Adjusting Deck Height Maintain deck height so the draper runs just below the cutterbar. With a new header or newly installed draper, set the initial gap to 1/8 in. (3 mm). To prevent material from entering the drapers and cutterbar, you may need to decrease the deck clearance to 0–1/32 in.
Page 187 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 4. Loosen the two lock nuts (A) on the deck support (B) one-half turn only. NOTE: The number of deck supports (B) is determined by the header size: four on single reels, and eight on double reels. 5.
Page 188: Draper Roller Maintenance
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.7.8 Draper Roller Maintenance The draper rollers have non-greaseable bearings. The external seal should be checked every 200 hours (more frequently in sandy conditions) to obtain the maximum bearing life. Inspecting Draper Roller Bearing If a bad bearing is suspected in one of the draper rollers, a quick way to check is by using an infrared thermometer. 1.
Page 189 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 4. Remove the screws (A), tube connectors (B), and nuts from the draper joint to uncouple the draper. 5. Pull the draper off the idler roller. Figure 5.116: Draper Connector 6. Remove the bolts (A) and washer at the ends of the idler roller.
Page 190 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 2. Remove the bearing assembly (A) and seal (B) from the roller tube (C) as follows: a. Attach a slide hammer (D) to the threaded shaft (E) in the bearing assembly. b. Tap out the bearing assembly (A) and seal (B). 3.
Page 191: Draper Deck Drive Roller
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Installing Draper Idler Roller 1. Position the stub shaft into the idler roller in the forward arm (B) on the deck. 2. Push on the roller to slightly deﬂect the forward arm so the stub shaft at the rear of the roller can be slipped into the rear arm (C).
Page 192 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5. Remove fasteners (A) and tube connectors (B) at the draper joint to uncouple the draper. 6. Pull the draper off the drive roller. Figure 5.122: Draper Connector 7. Line up the setscrews with the hole (A) in the guard. Remove the two setscrews that hold the motor onto the drive roller.
Page 193 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 2. Remove the bearing assembly (A) and seal (B) from the roller tube (C) as follows: a. Attach a slide hammer (D) to the threaded shaft (E) in the bearing assembly. b. Tap out the bearing assembly (A) and seal (B). 3.
Page 194 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Installing Draper Drive Roller 1. Position the drive roller (B) between the roller support arms. 2. Install bolt (A) that holds the drive roller to the arm closest to the cutterbar. Torque bolt to 70 ft·lbf (95 N·m). 3.
Page 195: Replacing Draper Deflectors
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7. Tension the draper with tensioner bolt (A) and follow the directions on the decal for proper draper tensioning. 8. Disengage the reel and header safety props. 9. Start the engine and lower header and reel. 10. Run machine to verify that draper tracks correctly. 11.
Page 196: Installing Wide Draper Deflectors
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 6. Remove fasteners securing deﬂector to endsheet. Nuts (A) are accessible from endshield side. Nuts (B) on uppermost fasteners are accessible from behind the deﬂector (C). 7. Remove the deﬂector (C). Figure 5.132: Wide Deﬂector 8. Remove bolts (A) and remove deﬂector support (B). 9.
Page 197 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5. Loosen bolts (A) on cutterbar until retainer (B) is loose. 6. Remove existing bolt that secures belt guide (C) on opposite side of endsheet. 7. Locate support (D) and reinstall bolt (E), with nut on far side. 8.
Page 198: Removing Narrow Draper Deflectors
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Removing Narrow Draper Deﬂectors To remove narrow draper deﬂectors, follow these steps: NOTE: Left-end removal is illustrated. 1. Raise reel fully and lower header to ground. 2. Shift decks to allow work space at one end of header, if hydraulic deck shift installed. Otherwise, move decks manually after shutting down windrower.
Page 199: Installing Narrow Draper Deflectors
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Installing Narrow Draper Deﬂectors Narrow deﬂectors can replace wide deﬂectors if bunching occurs at the ends of the header when decks are set for center delivery. To install narrow draper deﬂectors, follow these steps: NOTE: Left-end installation is illustrated. 1.
Page 200: Reel
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.8 Reel CAUTION To avoid personal injury, before servicing machine or opening drive covers, refer to 5.1 Preparing Machine for Servicing, page 111. 5.8.1 Reel Clearance to Cutterbar The minimum clearance between the reel ﬁngers and the cutterbar ensures that the reel ﬁngers do not contact the cutterbar during operation.
Page 201 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 2. Set the fore-aft position to the middle position on the reel arm indicator decal (A). 3. Fully lower the reel. 4. Shut down engine. Remove key from ignition. Figure 5.142: Fore-Aft Position 5. Measure clearance (X) between points (Y) and (Z) at ends of each reel (A).
Page 202: Adjusting Reel Clearance
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Figure 5.145: Double Reel Measurement Locations (Four Places) 7. If necessary, refer to Adjusting Reel Clearance, page for adjustment procedure. Adjusting Reel Clearance 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.
Page 203: Reel Frown
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 2. For Double Reel Only: Adjust center arm lift cylinder stop (A) to change clearance at inboard ends of reels as follows: NOTE: Instructions apply to double-reel headers only and are performed from the underside of the arm. a.
Page 204: Centering The Reel
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 3. Starting with the reel disc closest to the center of the header and proceeding outward towards the ends, adjust the header proﬁle as follows: a. Remove bolts (A). b. Loosen bolt (B) and adjust arm (C) until desired measurement is obtained between the reel tube and the cutterbar.
Page 205: Centering Single Reel
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Centering Single Reel To center the reel, follow these steps: 1. Loosen bolt (A) on brace (B) at both ends of reel. 2. Move forward end of reel support arm (C). 3. Tighten bolts (A) and torque to 265 ft·lbf (359 N·m). Figure 5.151: Reel Support Arm 5.8.4 Reel Tines IMPORTANT:...
Page 206: Installing Steel Tines
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 4. Temporarily attach reel arms (B) to reel disc, using original attachment locations (A). 5. Cut damaged tine(s) so that it can be removed from tube. 6. Remove bolts on existing tines and slide tines over to replace tine that was cut off in previous step.
Page 207: Installing Plastic Fingers
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING ® 1. Remove screw (A) with a Torx Plus 27 IP socket wrench. Figure 5.154: Plastic Fingers 2. Push ﬁnger top clip back toward reel tube and remove from ﬁnger tube. Figure 5.155: Plastic Fingers Installing Plastic Fingers WARNING To avoid bodily injury from fall of raised reel, always engage reel safety props before going under raised reel for any reason.
Page 208: Tine Tube Bushings
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING IMPORTANT: Do NOT apply force to ﬁnger prior to tightening mounting screw. Applying force to ﬁnger without screw tightened will break ﬁnger or shear off locating pins. 3. Install screw (A) and torque to 75–80 in·lbf ® (8.5–9.0 N·m) with a Torx -Plus 27 IP socket wrench.
Page 209 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 4. Release bushing clamps (A) using a small screwdriver to separate the serrations. Pull clamp off tine tube. Figure 5.159: Bushing Clamp 5. Rotate arm (A) clear of disc and slide arm inboard off bushing and remove bushing halves (B). If required, remove the next tine or plastic ﬁnger, so the arm can slide off the bushing.
Page 210 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7. At the tail end, remove reel endshields and endshield support (C) at applicable tine tube location. NOTE: There are no endshields on the center discs. 8. At the tail and center discs, remove bolts (A) securing arm (B) to disc.
Page 211 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 11. Release bushing clamps (A) at the cam disc with a small screwdriver to separate the serrations. Move clamps off bushings. Figure 5.165: Bushing Clamp 12. Slide tine tube (A) outboard to expose the bushing. Remove the bushing halves (B). If required, remove the next tine or plastic ﬁnger, so the arm can slide off the bushing.
Page 212 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 16. Release bushing clamp (A) using a small screwdriver to separate the serrations. Move clamp clear of bushing. Figure 5.168: Bushing Clamp Figure 5.169: Bushing Clamp 147725 Revision A...
Page 213: Installing Bushings On Five-, Six- Or Nine-Bat Reels
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 17. Slide support (A) off of the bushing halves (B). NOTE: Two tine tubes have supports that are assembled opposite to what is shown. Those supports (A) can be rotated for the ﬂange to clear the channels before they can be moved off the bushing.
Page 214 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING NOTE: A pair of modiﬁed channel lock pliers is recommended to install the bushing clamps. Secure pliers (A) in vice and grind in a notch (B) at the end of each arm that ﬁts the clamp (C). Figure 5.172: Modiﬁed Pliers Cam End Bushings 1.
Page 215 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 6. Tighten clamp (A) with modiﬁed channel lock pliers (B) so that ﬁnger pressure will NOT move clamp. IMPORTANT: Overtightening clamp may result in breakage. Figure 5.175: Installing Clamp 7. Line up tine bar (B) with cam arm and install bolt (A). Torque bolt to 120 ft·lbf (165 N·m).
Page 216 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 10. At the cam end, install endshield support (A) at applicable tine tube location on the cam end. 11. Reinstall reel endshields. Refer to 5.8.6 Reel Endshields, page 206. Figure 5.178: Cam End Center Disc and Tail End Bushings 12.
Page 217 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 17. Tighten clamp (A) with modiﬁed channel lock pliers (B) so that ﬁnger pressure will NOT move clamp. IMPORTANT: Over-tightening clamp may result in breakage. Figure 5.181: Clamp 18. At the center disc, install the bolts (A) securing arm (B) to disc.
Page 218 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Tine Tube Support (If installed) Bushings 20. Position bushing halves (B) on tine tube with ﬂangeless end adjacent to reel arm, and locate lug in each bushing half in hole in tine tube. 21. Slide support (C) onto bushing (B). For the opposite tine tube, rotate support (C) or slightly move tine tube so that it clears channels (D).
Page 219 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 24. Tighten clamp (A) with modiﬁed channel lock pliers (B) so that ﬁnger pressure will not move clamp. IMPORTANT: Over-tightening clamp may result in breakage. Figure 5.186: Clamp 25. Reattach channels (C) to support (A) with screws (B) and nuts.
Page 220: Reel Endshields
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.8.6 Reel Endshields The reel endshields and supports do not require regular maintenance, but should be checked periodically for damage and for loose or missing fasteners. Endshields or supports that are slightly dented or deformed may be repaired. Severely damaged components should be replaced.
Page 221: Replacing Support
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5. Lift endshield off supports. Figure 5.191: Reel Endshields 6. Move endshield (A) away from support (B), and place new endshield (C) onto supports. 7. Reattach end of endshield (A) to support (B). 8. Reinstall bolts (D). 9.
Page 222 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5. Move endshields (A) away from tine tube and rotate support (B) towards reel to remove it. 6. Insert tabs of new support (B) into slots in endshields and rotate into endshields. Ensure tabs engage both endshields. 7.
Page 223: Reel Drive
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.9 Reel Drive The reel is hydraulically driven through a chain case that is attached to the right end of the reel on a single-reel header, and between the reels on a double-reel header. 5.9.1 Replacing Reel Drive Cover Removing Drive Cover DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key...
Page 224: Installing Drive Cover
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5. Remove three bolts (A) and remove the lower cover (B) if necessary. Figure 5.197: Drive Cover – Double Reel Installing Drive Cover Single Reel Drive: 1. Position the drive cover (B) onto the reel drive and secure with four bolts (A).
Page 225: Adjusting Reel Drive Chain Tension
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 3. Position the upper drive cover (B) onto the reel drive and lower cover (C) and secure with six bolts (A). Figure 5.200: Drive Cover – Double Reel 5.9.2 Adjusting Reel Drive Chain Tension Loosening Drive Chain 1.
Page 226: Tightening Drive Chain
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Tightening Drive Chain 1. Ensure the six bolts (A) securing the motor mount to the chain case are loose. Figure 5.203: Single Reel Drive Shown – Double Reel Similar 2. Slide the motor (A) and motor mount (B) upwards until the chain (C) is tight.
Page 227: Replacing Reel Drive Sprocket
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 3. Tighten six nuts (A). 4. Ensure there is 1/8 in. (3 mm) of slack at the chain midspan. Adjust if necessary. 5. Torque nuts (A) to 54 lbf·ft (73 N·m). 6. Install the drive cover, refer to Installing Drive Cover, page 210.
Page 228: Installing Drive Sprocket
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 2. Remove the drive chain (A) from the drive sprocket (B). Figure 5.207: Reel Drive 3. Remove the cotter pin (A), slotted nut (B), and ﬂat washer (C) from the motor shaft. 4. Remove the drive sprocket (D). Ensure the key remains in the shaft.
Page 229: Replacing Double Reel U-Joint
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 4. Install the drive chain (A) onto the drive sprocket (B). Figure 5.210: Reel Drive 5. Tighten the drive chain, refer to Tightening Drive Chain, page 212. 5.9.4 Replacing Double Reel U-Joint The double reel drive U-joint allows each reel to move independently from the other. Lubricate the U-joint according to the speciﬁcations.
Page 230: Installing Double Reel U-Joint
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 3. Remove the six bolts (A) attaching the U-joint ﬂange (B) to the driven sprocket (C). 4. Remove the U-joint. NOTE: It may be necessary to move the right-hand reel sideways for the U-joint to clear the tube. Figure 5.212: U-Joint Installing Double Reel U-Joint NOTE:...
Page 231: Replacing Reel Drive Motor
5.9.5 Replacing Reel Drive Motor The reel drive motor does not require regular maintenance or servicing. If problems occur with the motor, remove it and have it serviced at your MacDon Dealer. Removing Reel Drive Motor 1. Loosen the drive chain, refer to...
Page 232: Installing Reel Drive Motor
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Installing Reel Drive Motor 1. Slide the motor mount (A) up or down so the motor mounting holes (B) are accessible through the openings in the chain case. Figure 5.217: Reel Drive Motor Mounting Holes 2. Attach the motor (A) (and spacer if previously removed) to the motor mount (B) with four 1/2 in.
Page 233: Replacing Drive Chain On Double Reel
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.9.6 Replacing Drive Chain on Double Reel Refer to the following two methods for replacing the drive chain on a high torque double-reel drive: • Replacing Chain Using the Reel Drive Method, page 219 • Replacing Chain Using Breaking the Chain Method, page 221 NOTE: Both procedures are acceptable, but disconnecting the reel drive method is preferable because it doesn’t affect the chain’s integrity.
Page 234 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 4. Move the right-hand reel sideways to separate the reel tube (A) from the U-joint (B). 5. Remove the drive chain (C). 6. Route the new chain (C) over the U-joint (B) and position onto the sprockets. Figure 5.222: Replacing Chain 7.
Page 235: Replacing Chain Using Breaking The Chain Method
3. Position the ends of the new chain onto the sprocket (B). Figure 5.225: Reel Drive 4. Install the pin connector (A) (not available as a MacDon part) into the chain (preferably from the backside of the sprocket). 5. Install connector (B) onto pins.
Page 236 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 2. Lift the chain (A) off the drive sprocket (B). 3. Lower the chain until free of the lower sprocket (C) and remove the chain from the drive. 4. Position the new chain (A) around the bottom teeth on the lower sprocket (C).
Page 237: Transport System (Optional)
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.10 Transport System (Optional) Refer to 6.3.3 Stabilizer/Slow Speed Transport Wheels, page 233 for more information. 5.10.1 Checking Wheel Bolt Torque If a transport system is installed, follow procedure for torquing the wheel bolts. IMPORTANT: Whenever a wheel is removed and reinstalled, check torque after one hour of operation and every 100 hours thereafter.
Page 238: Checking Axle Bolt Torque
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.10.2 Checking Axle Bolt Torque If a transport system is installed, follow this procedure for torquing the axle bolts. Figure 5.229: Axle Bolts 1. Check and tighten axle bolts DAILY until torque is maintained as follows: • (A): 180 ft·lbf (244 N·m) •...
Page 239: Checking Tire Pressure
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 5.10.3 Checking Tire Pressure Check tire pressure daily. Maintain pressure recommended in following table: Load Range Pressure Size 65 psi (448 kPa) ST205/75 R15 80 psi (552 kPa) WARNING • Service tires safely. • A tire can explode during inﬂation and cause serious injury or death.
Page 241: Options And Attachments
6 Options and Attachments The following options and attachments are available for use with your header. Most come with installation instructions. See your MacDon Dealer for availability and ordering information. 6.1 Reel 6.1.1 Multi-Crop Rapid Reel Conversion Kit This kit decreases the time required to change the fore-aft...
Page 242: Pr15 Tine Tube Reel Conversion Kit
The steel shields attach to ends of the reel(s) and help in clearing material in heavy, hard-to-cut crops. They are standard equipment on all, except nine-bat headers. See your MacDon Dealer for more information. Installation and adjustment instructions are included with the kit. Figure 6.3: Reel Endshields 15.
Page 243: Reel Tine Tube Reinforcing Kit
OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS 6.1.5 Reel Tine Tube Reinforcing Kit The reel tine tube reinforcing kit is available for ﬁve-bat and six-bat reels when cutting extremely heavy crops where high reel loads are experienced. • Five-Bat – MD #B5825 • Six-Bat – MD #B5826 Figure 6.4: Five-Bat Shown –...
Page 244: Cutterbar
OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS 6.2 Cutterbar 6.2.1 Cutterbar Wearplate Available as an attachment, they are recommended for cutting on the ground where soil adheres to steel. Bundles by header size: • 15 ft. – MD #B4864 • 20 ft. – MD #B4865 •...
Page 245: Stub Guard Conversion Kit
OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS 6.2.3 Stub Guard Conversion Kit Stub guards, complete with top guides and adjuster shoes, are designed to cut tough crops. Installation and adjustment instructions are included in the kit. Order bundle according to the length of your header: •...
Page 246: Header
OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS 6.3 Header 6.3.1 Divider Latch Kit The latches attach to the endsheets. They allow for quick removal of endsheet divider cones to accommodate storage and if required, to reduce the transport width of the header. Installation instructions are included with the kit. MD #B5607 Figure 6.9: Divider Latch 6.3.2 Stabilizer Wheels...
Page 247: Stabilizer/Slow Speed Transport Wheels
The Stabilizer/Slow Speed Transport Wheels convert to transport mode to allow the header to be towed behind a properly conﬁgured MacDon windrower (or agricultural tractor) at slow speed. A tow pole is included in the kit. For use on 30-, 35-, and 40-ft. headers.
Page 248: Crop Delivery
They are not recommended for double windrowing, wide deﬂectors are available for this purpose. Refer to the D65 Draper Header for Combines Self-Propelled Windrowers Parts Catalog required parts.
Page 249: Draper Deflector (Wide)
Wide metal deﬂectors attach to the inboard side of the endsheets, to prevent material from falling through the gap between the endsheet and draper. Refer to the D65 Draper Header for Combines and Self-Propelled Windrowers for required parts. Figure 6.14: Draper Deﬂector 6.4.5 Draper Extension Kit...
Page 250: End Swath Deflector Rods (End Delivery)
OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS 6.4.6 End Swath Deﬂector Rods (End Delivery) End deﬂector rods are used for double swathing with end delivery only, but can be kept on for center delivery. The rods help prevent the delivered crop at the opening from interfering with standing crop.
Page 251: Swath Forming Rods (Center Delivery)
OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS 6.4.9 Swath Forming Rods (Center Delivery) The rods form the windrow such that the heads are in the center and thus are protected from shatter. The rods are mainly used for grass seed cutting applications. Installation and adjustment instructions are included with the kit.
Page 252: Upper Cross Auger (Uca) Case Drain Kit For Single Draper Drive (Sdd)
OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS 6.4.12 Upper Cross Auger (UCA) Case Drain Kit for Single Draper Drive (SDD) This kit is intended for SDD headers equipped with an UCA and is applicable to all M-Series windrowers, except the M205. MD #5842 Figure 6.21: Case Drain 6.4.13 Rice Divider Rods The rice divider rods attach to the left-hand and right-hand endsheet cones and perform the same function in tall and...
Page 253: Troubleshooting
Cut grain falling 3.7.9 Reel Fore-Aft Reel too far forward Move reel back on arms Position, page 58 ahead of cutterbar • See your MacDon Dealer Cutting at speeds over Replace with standard 6 mph (10 km/h) with high • 5.9.3...
Page 254 Adjust reel position/ﬁnger properly ahead of knife pitch • 3.7.10 Reel Tine Pitch, page 65 • See your MacDon Dealer Divider runs down thick crop at ends, preventing • 5.5.7 Knife Guards, page Replace three or four end proper feeding due to...
Page 255: Cutting Action And Knife Components
6.2.3 Stub Guard Tangled / tough to cut crop Install stub guards Conversion Kit, page • See your MacDon Dealer 3.7.9 Reel Fore-Aft Reel too far back Move reel forward Position, page 58 • Tensioning Non-Timed Knife Drive Belts, page...
Page 256 Raise cutterbar by lowering Cutting On the Ground, skid shoes page 53 Mud or dirt build-up on Install cut-out sections See your MacDon Dealer cutterbar Controlling Header Angle, Flatten header angle page 55 Knife is not operating at Check engine speed of Refer to your windrower’s...
Page 257 Tighten or replace parts pin or drive arm • 5.6.1 Knife Drive Box, page 140 Bent cutterbar Straighten cutterbar See your MacDon Dealer 5.5.7 Knife Guards, page Bent or broken guard Straighten or replace 5.5.3 Removing Knifehead Worn knifehead pin Replace...
Page 258: Reel Delivery
Wrapping on reel end 3.7.4 Reel Speed, page Reel speed too fast Reduce reel speed Crop conditions Install optional endshields See your MacDon Dealer Reel not centered in 5.8.3 Centering the Reel, Center reel in header header page 190 Reel tines not aggressive 3.7.10 Reel Tine Pitch,...
Page 259 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Problem Solution Section 3.7.4 Reel Speed, page Reel speed too fast Reduce reel speed Move to a more Reel ﬁngers not 3.7.10 Reel Tine Pitch, aggressive ﬁnger pitch aggressive enough page 65 notch 3.7.8 Reel Height, page Reel too low Raise reel Relief valve on windrower Increase relief pressure...
Page 260: Header And Drapers
Problem Solution Section Header lift insufﬁcient Low relief pressure Increase relief pressure See your MacDon Dealer 3.7.6 Draper Speed, page Speed control set too low Increase control setting Increase relief pressure to Relief pressure too low See your MacDon Dealer recommended setting Insufﬁcient draper...
Page 261 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Problem Solution Section Drapers running too slow Drapers back-feed Increase draper speed in heavy crop 3.7.6 Draper Speed, page Crop is thrown across Drapers running too fast opening and under Reduce draper speed in light crop opposite side draper Material accumulates Deck height improperly 5.7.7 Adjusting Deck...
Page 262: Cutting Edible Beans
53 Dirt packs on bottom Install plastic wear strips of cutterbar and raises on bottom of cutterbar and See your MacDon Dealer cutterbar off the ground skid shoes Ground too wet. Allow soil Dirt packing on bottom of to dry...
Page 263 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Problem Solution Section Plastic wear strip for Remove steel cutterbar cutterbar has been wear plates when — installed over top of installing the plastic steel wear plates wear strips for cutterbar 3.12 Levelling the Header, Header not level Level header Plants being stripped page 83...
Page 264 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Problem Solution Section 3.7.2 Header Float, page Float insufﬁcient Increase ﬂoat Consider installing optional stub guards • 5.5.7 Knife Guards, Cutterbar guards page 131 Tip: Experiment with a breaking Excessive number of few guards on a section of •...
Page 265 TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Problem Solution Section Excessive accumulation 3.7.6 Draper Speed, page of crop on drapers (up to Increase draper speed Reel carries over height of reel center tube) excessive amounts of plants or wads 3.7.10 Reel Tine Pitch, Finger pitch too retarded Increase ﬁnger pitch page 65 3.7.8 Reel Height, page...
Page 266: Windrow Formation
TROUBLESHOOTING 7.6 Windrow Formation Symptom Problem Solution Section 3.7.6 Draper Speed, page Draper speed too slow Increase draper speed Controlling Header Angle, Draper angle too ﬂat Increase header angle page 55 Heads on ground and scattered 3.7.5 Ground Speed, page Ground speed too slow Increase ground speed Cut material before...
Page 267: Reference
8 Reference 8.1 Conversion Chart Table 8.1 Conversion Chart Inch-Pound Units SI Units (Metric) Quantity Factor Unit Name Abbreviation Unit Name Abbreviation Area Acres acres x 0.4047 = Hectares US gallons Flow x 3.7854 = Liters per minute L/min per minute Force Pounds force x 4.4482 =...
Page 268: Torque Specifications
REFERENCE 8.2 Torque Speciﬁcations The following tables provide the correct torque values for various bolts, cap screws, and hydraulic ﬁttings. • Tighten all bolts to the torque values speciﬁed in the charts (unless otherwise noted throughout this manual). • Replace hardware with the same strength and grade of bolt. •...
Page 269 REFERENCE Table 8.3 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 *149 *164 16.7 18.5 3/8-16 7/16-14 1/2-13 9/16-12 Figure 8.2: Bolt Grades 5/8-11 A - Nominal Size B - SAE-8 C - SAE-5...
Page 270: Metric Bolt Specifications
REFERENCE Table 8.5 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 Figure 8.4: Bolt Grades 5/8-11 A - Nominal Size B - SAE-8 C - SAE-5...
Page 271 REFERENCE Table 8.7 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 *167 *185 18.8 20.8 Figure 8.6: Bolt Grades 10-1.5 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0...
Page 272 REFERENCE Table 8.9 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 *105 10.7 11.8 8-1.25 Figure 8.8: Bolt Grades 10-1.5 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0 20-2.5...
Page 273: Metric Bolt Specifications Bolting Into Cast Aluminum
REFERENCE 8.2.3 Metric Bolt Speciﬁcations Bolting into Cast Aluminum Table 8.10 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 8.9: Bolt Grades –...
Page 274 REFERENCE Table 8.11 Flare-Type Hydraulic Tube Fittings Torque Value Flats from Finger Tight (FFFT) SAE Dash Size Thread Size (in.) Swivel Nut or ft·lbf N·m Tube Hose — — 5/16–24 3–4 4–5 — — 3/8–24 5–6 7–8 7/16–20 13–14 18–19 2-1/2 1/2–20 14–15...
Page 275: O-Ring Boss (Orb) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable)
REFERENCE 8.2.5 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable) 1. Inspect O-ring (A) and seat (B) for dirt or obvious defects. 2. Back off the lock nut (C) as far as possible. Ensure that washer (D) is loose and is pushed toward the lock nut (C) as far as possible.
Page 276 REFERENCE Table 8.12 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable) Torque Value SAE Dash Size Thread Size (in.) ft·lbf (*in·lbf) N·m 5/16–24 *53–62 6–7 3/8–24 *106–115 12–13 7/16–20 14–15 19–21 1/2–20 15–24 21–33 9/16–18 19–21 26–29 3/4–16 34–37 46–50 7/8–14 55–60 75–82 1-1/16–12 88–97...
Page 277: O-Ring Boss (Orb) Hydraulic Fittings (Non-Adjustable)
REFERENCE 8.2.6 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 the threads and adjust if necessary. 3. Apply hydraulic system oil to the O-ring. 4.
Page 278: O-Ring Face Seal (Orfs) Hydraulic Fittings
REFERENCE 8.2.7 O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) Hydraulic Fittings 1. Check components to ensure that the sealing surfaces and ﬁtting threads are free of burrs, nicks, scratches, or any foreign material. Figure 8.14: Hydraulic Fitting 2. Apply hydraulic system oil to the O-ring (B). 3.
Page 279 REFERENCE Table 8.14 O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) Hydraulic Fittings Torque Value SAE Dash Size Thread Size (in.) Tube O.D. (in.) ft·lbf N·m Note 3/16 – – 9/16 18–21 25–28 Note – – 5/16 11/16 29–32 40–44 13/16 41–45 55–61 59–65 80–88 1-3/16 85–94...
Page 280: Unloading And Assembly
Refer to the header-speciﬁc instructions for unloading, assembly, and setup procedures that are included with your shipment. The instruction part numbers are shown in the following table: MacDon Instruction Shipping Destination Header Description Part Number D65 Draper Header for North America MD #147739 Self-Propelled Windrowers Export (anywhere other than D65 Draper Header for...
Page 281: Index
Index component identiﬁcation........25 conversion charts ..........253 AHHC crop divider rods ..........72 deﬁnitions ............23 removing ............72 crop dividers............67 deﬁnitions ............23 installing on header without latch option ..... 70 ASTM installing onto header with latch option....69 deﬁnitions ............
Page 282 INDEX wide .............. 235 greasing procedures .......... 124 installing ............. 182 ground speeds ............ 56 removing ............ 181 guards draper extension kits.......... 235 knife guards ........... 131 draper roller bearings adjusting ............ 131 inspecting ............174 replacing pointed guards – DK header..133 drapers .............
Page 283 INDEX installing idler rollers........177 removing ............ 174 maintenance replacing ............ 175 draper roller ........... 174 inspections electrical ............126 break-in ............116 end of season service........117 preseason/annual service ........117 requirements...........114 schedule/record ..........115 service intervals ..........119 knife drive belts, See belts speciﬁcations ..........112 knife drives............
Page 284 INDEX stabilizer wheel ..........232 drive chains stabilizer/slow speed transport wheel....233 loosening ..........211 stub guard conversion kit ........ 231 tightening ..........212 swath deﬂector rod (end delivery) ....236 drive sprockets swath forming rods (center delivery) ....237 installing..........214 tine tube kit ............
Page 285 INDEX reels, See PR15 pick-up reels references deﬁnitions ............23 deﬁnition of terms ..........23 sprockets ........... 209–214 unloading and assembly ......... 266 optional reel drive sprocket ....... 56 rice divider rods ........... 73 replacing reel drive sprockets ......213 rice dividers............
Page 286 INDEX moving rear (right) wheels to transport reel drives..........215–216 position ............97 unloading and assembly........266 towing the header........88–89 upper cross augers ........85, 237 tractors case drain kit for SDD........238 deﬁnitions ............23 hydraulic kit for DDD........237 transport system ..........
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