Tightening Reel Drive Chain - MacDon D65 Operator's Manual

3. Loosen six nuts (A). Slide motor (B) and motor mount (C)
down toward the reel shaft.

Tightening Reel Drive Chain

A correctly tensioned drive chain ensures optimum power transfer while minimizing component wear.
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 header for any reason.
1. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
Figure 5.215: Single-Reel Drive Shown – Double-Reel
Drive Similar
Figure 5.216: Single-Reel Drive – Viewed from
Underside of Reel
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