Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders On Double Reel - MacDon D65 Operator's Manual

Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders on Double 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 Short Brace Kit for Center Reel Arm (MD #B5605) must be installed before the fore-aft cylinders can be repositioned.
If the Multi-Crop Rapid Reel Conversion option is installed, refer to
Reel Conversion Option, page
Reposition the center arm cylinder as follows:
NOTE:
Reel components not shown in illustration for improved clarity.
NOTE:
To move a split reel into canola position, the Short Brace Kit for Center Reel Arm (B5605) is required.
1. Position reel fully aft with support arms horizontal.
2. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from
the ignition.
3. Remove four bolts (A) securing cylinder bracket (B) to the
reel arm.
4. Position reel until bracket (B) lines up with desired position
holes (C):
• Forward position, refer to Figure
• Rearward position, refer to Figure
5. Reinstall four bolts (A) to secure bracket (B) to reel arm at
new position.
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OPERATION
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3.38, page 64
3.39, page 64
Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders with Multi-Crop Rapid
Figure 3.38: Forward Position
Figure 3.39: Rearward Position
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