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Introduction When installed on the FM100 Float Module, the Flat Tilt Float Spacer Kit (MD #335322) prevents side draper contact and stalling when the header angle is set to a flat position, and the header wings are in maximum flex.
Chapter 1: Safety Understanding and following safety procedures consistently will help to ensure the safety of machine operators and bystanders. 1.1 Signal Words Three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION, are used to alert you to hazardous situations. Two signal words, IMPORTANT and NOTE, identify non-safety related information.
SAFETY 1.2 General Safety Protect yourself when assembling, operating, and servicing machinery. CAUTION The following general farm safety precautions should be part of your operating procedure for all types of machinery. Wear all protective clothing and personal safety devices that could be necessary for the job at hand.
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SAFETY • Wear close-fitting clothing and cover long hair. NEVER wear dangling items such as scarves or bracelets. • Keep all shields in place. NEVER alter or remove safety equipment. Make sure driveline guards can rotate independently of shaft and can telescope freely. •...
Chapter 2: Parts List A parts list is provided in this instruction so that you can confirm that you have received all required parts before you begin installation. Figure 2.1: Driveline Parts Part Number Description Quantity STOP – FLAT TILT FLOAT SPACER 304799 215348 Revision A...
Chapter 3: Installation Instructions To install the kit, follow this procedure. DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from the unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always stop engine and remove key before leaving the operator’s seat, and always engage safety props before going under the machine for any reason.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 7. Engage the float locks by pulling each float lock handle (A) away from the float module and setting it in locked position (B). Figure 3.3: Float Lock 8. Remove two bolts (A) and fillers (B) from transition pan support angle (C).
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 9. Remove and retain screw (A). 10. Remove the 9/16 in. nut from bolt (B). 11. Use a 24 mm (15/16 in.) wrench on hex bolt (C) to rotate latch downwards and slightly raise the feed deck to remove bolt (B).
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The hydraulics, electrical, and center-link are still connected so back away carefully and just enough to clear the transition pan. 22. Lower the FM100 until there is enough room to install the flat tilt float spacer. Figure 3.8: Header Leg on Block 23.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 27. Ensure latches (A) at the front corners of the float module are rotated towards the rear of the float module. CAUTION Be sure all bystanders are clear of machine before starting engine or engaging any header drives. Figure 3.11: Latch 28.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Keep hands clear of the area between guards and knife at all times. Figure 3.14: Cutterbar Hazard 36. Remove screw (A) and remove nut and bolt (B) from both sides of the opening to allow the attachment of the float module deck.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 41. Install fillers (B) on transition pan support angle (C) using two bolts (A). 42. Check the float and confirm the header is level. For instructions, refer to the header operator’s manual. Figure 3.17: Fillers 215348 Revision A...
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