Adjusting Reel Fore-Aft Position; Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders On Single Reel - MacDon D65 Operator's Manual

Adjusting Reel Fore-Aft Position

The factory-set reel position suits normal conditions, but the fore-aft position can be adjusted as required using the
controls inside the cab.
1. Select FORE-AFT mode on the selector switch in the cab.
2. Operate the hydraulics to move the reel to the desired
position, using decal (A) as a reference.
3. Check the reel clearance to the cutterbar after making
changes to the cam setting. Refer to the following for
measurement and adjustment procedures:
•
5.8.1 Reel Clearance to Cutterbar, page 202
•
5.8.2 Reel Frown, page 205
IMPORTANT:
Operating with the reel too far forward can result in the
fingers contacting the ground. When operating with the
reel in this position, lower the skid shoes or adjust the
header angle as required to prevent damaging the fingers.

Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders on Single Reel

The reel can be moved approximately 227 mm (9 in.) farther aft by repositioning the fore-aft cylinders on the reel arms.
DANGER
To prevent injury or death from the unexpected start-up of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key
from the ignition before leaving the operator's seat for any reason.
NOTE:
The reel components are not shown in the illustrations in this procedure for the sake of clarity.
1. Position reel fully aft with support arms horizontal.
2. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
To reposition the right reel arm cylinder:
3. Remove the four bolts (A) securing the cylinder bracket (B)
to the reel arm.
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OPERATION
Figure 3.33: Fore-Aft Decal
Figure 3.34: Right Reel Arm Cylinder in Forward
Position
62
A
B
C
A
Revision B