Detaching R113 Rotary Disc Header - MacDon M2170 Operator's Manual

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Detaching R113 Rotary Disc Header

Detaching the header from the windrower requires removing the electrical and hydraulic connections, detaching the

header supports, and releasing the center link.

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.

Ensure that all bystanders have cleared the area.

Install caps and plugs on open lines to prevent the buildup of dirt and debris.

1. Start the engine, and press HEADER UP button (A) on the

ground speed lever (GSL) to raise the header to maximum

2. If one end of the header does NOT rise fully, rephase the

cylinders as follows:

Press and hold HEADER UP (A) switch until both

cylinders stop moving.

b. Continue to hold the switch for 3–4 seconds. The

cylinders are now phased.

3. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from

the ignition.

4. Engage the safety props on both lift cylinders as follows:

Pull lever (A) toward you to release it, and then rotate

it toward the header to lower the safety prop onto the

b. Repeat the previous step for the opposite lift cylinder.

Ensure that the safety props engage over the cylinder piston

rods. If the safety prop does NOT engage properly, raise the

header until the safety prop fits over the rod.

Figure 4.334: GSL

Figure 4.335: Safety Prop Lever