Adjusting Draper Tension - MacDon D65 Operator's Manual

16. Adjust backsheet deflector (A) (if required) by loosening
nut (D) and moving the deflector until there is a 1–7 mm
(3/64–9/32) gap (C) between draper (B) and the deflector.
17. Operate the drapers with the engine at idle so the talc or
talc/graphite lubricant makes contact and adheres to the
draper seal surfaces.

5.7.3 Adjusting Draper Tension

The drapers are tensioned at the factory and should NOT require adjustment. If adjustment is required, draper tension
should be just enough to prevent slipping and to keep the draper from sagging below the cutterbar.
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always stop the engine,
remove the key, and engage the safety props before going under the machine for any reason.
1. Ensure white indicator bar (A) is at the halfway point in the
window.
DANGER
Check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area.
2. Start the engine.
3. Raise the header fully.
4. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from
the ignition.
5. Engage the header safety props. For instructions, refer to
the windrower operator's manual.
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Figure 5.111: Draper Seal
Figure 5.112: Left Adjuster Shown – Right Opposite
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C
B
A
D
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