R1 Series Rotary Disc Header; Attaching R1 Series Rotary Disc Header - MacDon M2170 Unloading And Assembly Instructions

5.5 R1 Series Rotary Disc Header

This section details the procedures necessary to physically attach an R1 Series Rotary Disc Header to a windrower and to
complete its hydraulic and electrical connections.

5.5.1 Attaching R1 Series Rotary Disc Header

The windrower's lift linkage and center-link will need to be connected to the header.
IMPORTANT:
• A R113 SP Rotary Disc Header is compatible with an M2170 or M2260 Windrower.
• A R116 SP Rotary Disc Header is compatible with an M2170 Windrower, but not an M2260 Windrower.
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always stop the engine and
remove the key before leaving the operator's seat, and always engage the safety props before going under the
machine for any reason.
DANGER
Ensure that all bystanders have cleared the area.
1. Clear all bystanders from the area.
2. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
3. Remove hairpin (A) from clevis pin (B), and remove the pin
from header support (C). Repeat this step on the other side
of the header.
4. Start the engine.
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Figure 5.227: Header Support
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