Installing Primary Driveline - MacDon R1 Series Operator's Manual

Installing Primary Driveline

The primary driveline transfers power from the tractor s power take-off (PTO) to the rotary disc pull-type s hitch swivel
gearbox.
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the
key from the ignition before leaving the operator's seat.
1. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
2. Install the driveline guard onto the driveline (if it was previously removed). For instructions, refer to
Driveline Guards, page
NOTE:
Before installing the driveline, refer to
Phasing, page 243 to ensure proper orientation.
3. Position U-joint (A) and grease fitting (B) as shown.
4. Install taper pin (A) so the groove on the pin is aligned with
the groove on the shaft.
5. Ensure there is no grease on the taper pin threads after
installing the pin into yoke.
6. Torque the taper pin nut (A) to 150 Nm (110 lbf·ft). Clutch
taper pin must be recessed approximately 0 2 mm
(0 3/32 in.) inside the yoke.
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT use an impact tool to install or torque the nut.
IMPORTANT:
Check the taper pin and torque it every 25 hours until it
stops moving, then check before the start of every season.
NOTE:
For all other joints that use the taper pin, the pin must be
recessed approximately 9 11 mm (3/8 7/16 in.).
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Figure 4.187: Primary Driveline
Figure 4.188: Taper Pin Installed in Yoke
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