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MacDon PW8 Unloading And Assembly Instructions

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Unloading and Assembly Instructions for Upright Shipments
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262860 Revision A
Original Instruction
The Harvesting Specialists.

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  • Page 1 Pick-Up Header Unloading and Assembly Instructions for Upright Shipments (North America) 262860 Revision A Original Instruction The Harvesting Specialists.
  • Page 2 © 2024 MacDon Industries, Ltd. The information in this publication is based on the information available and in effect at the time of printing. MacDon Industries, Ltd. makes no representation or warranty of any kind, whether expressed or implied, with respect to the...
  • Page 3 Versatile When setting up the machine or making adjustments, review and follow the recommended machine settings in all relevant MacDon publications. Failure to do so may compromise machine function and machine life and may result in a hazardous situation. NOTE: Keep your MacDon publications up-to-date.

  • Page 4: Summary Of Changes

    Summary of Changes MacDon is continually improving its products. Sometimes, those improvements affect the documentation of those products. A list of the major changes made to this document since the last version was published is provided below. Summary of Change...

  • Page 5: Unloading And Assembling Header

    Unloading and Assembling Header Follow this manual from front to back to unload the header from the shipping container, assemble the header, and attach it to the combine. This manual is separated into the procedures below. 1. Unload the header from the shipping container. A forklift or an equivalent apparatus will be necessary for this procedure.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ..............................i Summary of Changes............................ ii Unloading and Assembling Header ........................ iii Chapter 1: Safety ............................1 1.1 Safety Alert Symbols ..........................1 1.2 Signal Words ............................2 1.3 General Safety ............................3 1.4 Hydraulic Safety .............................5 1.5 Safety Signs ............................6 1.6 Safety Sign Locations..........................7 Chapter 2: Shipping Dimensions and Weight....................
  • Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS 5.3 Configuring Header for John Deere Combines.................... 56 5.3.1 Moving Stripper Assemblies – John Deere ..................56 5.3.2 Removing Flighting Extensions – John Deere..................60 5.3.3 Installing Auger Fingers – John Deere ....................61 5.4 Configuring Header for New Holland CR Combines ..................64 5.4.1 Moving Stripper Assemblies –...
  • Page 9 TABLE OF CONTENTS 8.4.1 Metric Bolt Specifications ......................124 8.4.2 Metric Bolt Specifications – Cast Aluminum ..................126 8.4.3 Flare-Type Hydraulic Fittings ......................127 8.4.4 O-Ring Boss Hydraulic Fittings – Adjustable ..................128 8.4.5 O-Ring Boss Hydraulic Fittings – Non-Adjustable................129 8.4.6 O-Ring Face Seal Hydraulic Fittings....................

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Safety

    Chapter 1: Safety Understanding and consistently following these safety procedures will help to ensure the safety of those operating the machine and of bystanders. 1.1 Safety Alert Symbols The safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages in this manual and on safety signs on the machine. This symbol means: •...

  • Page 12: Signal Words

    SAFETY 1.2 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. Signal words are selected using the following guidelines: DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if it is not prevented, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if it is not prevented, could result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 13: General Safety

    SAFETY 1.3 General Safety Operating, servicing, and assembling machinery presents several safety risks. These risks can be reduced or eliminated by following the relevant safety procedures and wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment. CAUTION The following general farm safety precautions should be part of your operating procedure for all types of machinery.
  • Page 14 SAFETY • Wear close-fitting clothing and cover long hair. NEVER wear dangling items such as hoodies, scarves, or bracelets. • Keep all shields in place. NEVER alter or remove safety equipment. Ensure that the driveline guards can rotate independently of their shaft, and that they can telescope freely.

  • Page 15: Hydraulic Safety

    SAFETY 1.4 Hydraulic Safety Because hydraulic fluid is under extreme pressure, hydraulic fluid leaks can be very dangerous. Follow the proper safety procedures when inspecting hydraulic fluid leaks and servicing hydraulic equipment. • Always place all hydraulic controls in NEUTRAL before leaving the operator’s seat.

  • Page 16: Safety Signs

    SAFETY 1.5 Safety Signs Safety signs are decals placed on the machine where there is a risk of personal injury, or where the Operator should take extra precautions before operating the controls. They are usually yellow. • Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times. •...

  • Page 17: Safety Sign Locations

    SAFETY 1.6 Safety Sign Locations Replace any missing or damaged decals. Figure 1.12: Header Decals A - MD #184370 B - MD #166466 C - MD #184372 D - MD #184422 E - MD #184420 F - MD #237298 G - MD #304865 Figure 1.13: Header Decals 262860 Revision A...
  • Page 18 SAFETY Figure 1.14: Driveline and Hold-Down Decals B - See footnote 1 A - MD #30316 C - MD #36651 D - MD #184422 (Behind Endshield) E - MD #237229 F - MD #237254 G - MD #304865 Figure 1.15: Driveline and Hold-Down Decals MD #191099 (if Waltersheid supplies the driveline) or MD #194521 (if Weasler supplies the driveline) 262860 Revision A...

  • Page 19: Chapter 2: Shipping Dimensions And Weight

    Chapter 2: Shipping Dimensions and Weight The dimensions and the weight of the header are provided so that you can choose the correct equipment to lift, tip, and transport the header safely. Table 2.1 Shipping Dimensions and Weight Length (A) Width (B) Height (C) Weight...

  • Page 21: Chapter 3: Unloading Header

    Extra hardware is stored inside the manual storage case at the back of the header. Loose parts are strapped to the header. NOTE: After receiving a pick-up header, MacDon recommends storing it in field position. If you must store a pick-up header upright, ensure that the storage surface is flat and hard.
  • Page 22 UNLOADING HEADER To unload a header from a trailer, follow these steps: 1. Move the trailer into position on level ground, then block the trailer wheels. 2. Lower the trailer storage stands. 3. Approach the side of the trailer with the forklift. 4.

  • Page 23: Lowering Header To Field Position

    UNLOADING HEADER 3.2 Lowering Header to Field Position Lower an upright header into field position before removing the shipping material and assembling the header. IMPORTANT: These instructions are only for tipping over the header. Lifting should only be done using a forklift and the shipping stand. 1.

  • Page 24: Removing Shipping Stands

    UNLOADING HEADER 3.3 Removing Shipping Stands The removable shipping stands are painted yellow. CAUTION The shipping stands are extremely heavy. NOTE: Unless otherwise specified, discard the shipping stands as well as all shipping material and hardware. 1. Remove two bolts (A) near the top of the stand and allow the stand to rotate aft until it rests on the ground.
  • Page 25 UNLOADING HEADER 6. Remove two nuts (A). 7. Loosen two nuts (B) and remove bumper (C). 1007360 Figure 3.8: Shipping Bumper 8. Open left endshield (A). For instructions, refer to 3.3.1 Opening Left Endshield, page 9. Remove the remaining nuts and bolts (B). 10.

  • Page 26: Opening Left Endshield

    UNLOADING HEADER 3.3.1 Opening Left Endshield To access the components inside of the pick-up header, you will need to open the left endshield. 1. Use a slotted screwdriver to unlock endshield (B) by turning latch (A) counterclockwise until it stops (slightly more than one half turn).

  • Page 27: Closing Left Endshield

    UNLOADING HEADER 3.3.2 Closing Left Endshield After you have adjusted the components inside of the pick-up header, close the left endshield. 1. Move endshield (A) slightly so that support (B) can be moved out of the locked position. Figure 3.13: Endshield Support 2.
  • Page 28 UNLOADING HEADER 5. Close endshield (C) and use a slotted screwdriver to turn latch (A) clockwise until it stops (slightly more than one half turn). NOTE: When the latch is fully engaged, the slot will align with notch (B), and the endshield will draw tightly against the header.

  • Page 29: Chapter 4: Assembling The Header

    Chapter 4: Assembling the Header Once the header has been unloaded and the shipping stands have been removed, the assembly process can begin. ™ If the header being assembled will not be configured for an IDEAL combine, proceed to the relevant procedure: •...
  • Page 30 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER Figure 4.1: Header Stand Installation 2. Place one header stand (A) (MD #302086) under each of three frame members (B). NOTE: Arrow (E) is pointing to the front of the header. 3. Secure each header stand using one bolt (C) (MD #135696) and one nut (D) (MD #148645). 4.
  • Page 31 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 5. Proceed to the relevant procedure: • For headers ordered with fixed wheels, proceed to 4.2 Attaching Fixed Wheels, page • For headers ordered with caster wheels, proceed to 4.4 Attaching Caster Wheels, page 262860 Revision A...

  • Page 32: Attaching Fixed Wheels

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 4.2 Attaching Fixed Wheels If the header being assembled was ordered with fixed wheels, install them now. If the header was ordered with caster wheels, proceed to 4.4 Attaching Caster Wheels, page 1. Retrieve wheel assemblies (A) and the bag of hardware from the crate.

  • Page 33: Setting Fixed Wheels To Field Position

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 4.3 Setting Fixed Wheels to Field Position Once the fixed wheels have been installed on the header, they must be set to the field (or working) position. For headers with caster wheels installed, proceed to 4.5 Setting Caster Wheels to Field Position, page 1.

  • Page 34: Attaching Caster Wheels

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 4.4 Attaching Caster Wheels If the header being assembled was ordered with caster wheels, install them now. For headers ordered with fixed wheels, refer to 4.2 Attaching Fixed Wheels, page 1. Remove bolts and nuts (A). 2. Remove caster wheel support (B). Figure 4.6: Header Wheel –...
  • Page 35 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 10. Remove bolt (A), stop collar (E), thrust washers (D), and spacer (B) from the right caster wheel. Leave thrust washer (C) on the shaft of the caster assembly. Figure 4.9: Caster Wheel Assembly 11. Insert the assembly into wheel support tube (D). 12.

  • Page 36: Setting Caster Wheels To Field Position

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 4.5 Setting Caster Wheels to Field Position Once the caster wheels have been installed on the header, they must be set to the field (or working) position. For headers with fixed wheels installed, refer to 4.3 Setting Fixed Wheels to Field Position, page 1.

  • Page 37: Installing Crop Deflectors

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 4.6 Installing Crop Deflectors Some headers may need crop deflectors installed on the endsheets. If crop deflectors will NOT be installed on the header, remove them from the auger drive compartment and store them in the combine cab or another suitable location. Proceed to 4.7 Repositioning Driveline Storage Bracket, page DANGER To prevent injury or death from the unexpected start-up of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key...

  • Page 38: Repositioning Driveline Storage Bracket

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 4.7 Repositioning Driveline Storage Bracket You will need to reposition the driveline storage bracket on the back of the header before connecting the driveline to the header’s drive system. IMPORTANT: ™ If you are configuring the header for an IDEAL combine, do NOT reposition the driveline storage bracket.
  • Page 39 ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 7. Loosely install one carriage bolt (A) and locking nut in bracket (B). 8. Install the other bolt and nut in slot (C) in the header frame. Figure 4.18: Driveline Bracket 9. Place bracket (A) against the header frame. 10.

  • Page 40: Moving Hold-Down To Field Position

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 4.8 Moving Hold-Down to Field Position Move the hold-down into field position to prepare the header for the Customer. 1. Loosen four bolts (B) (two per side) in the hold- down frame. If necessary, lift hold-down (A) to gain access to the bolts.

  • Page 41: Adjusting Transport Lights

    ASSEMBLING THE HEADER 4.9 Adjusting Transport Lights Once the hold-down has been moved to the field position, the transport lights will need to be moved to the transport position. 1. The transport lights are in the transport position when they are perpendicular to the endsheet. If necessary, swivel the transport lights by hand to the transport position.

  • Page 43: Chapter 5: Configuring Header For Combine

    5.1 Configuring Header for AGCO Combines PW8 Pick-Up Headers are configured at the factory for combines with a 1397 mm (55 in.) feeder house. The following procedures describe how to modify the header for combines with a 1270 mm (50 in.), 1118 mm (44 in.), or 965 mm (38 in.) feeder house.

  • Page 44: Reducing Header Opening - Headers Configured For Challenger

    CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE Reducing Header Opening – Headers Configured for Challenger ® and Massey Ferguson ® Combines ® ® You can reduce the opening on headers configured for Challenger and Massey Ferguson combines with 1118 mm (44 in.) feeder houses by installing wider panels on both sides of the header opening and by repositioning the stripper assemblies. 1.
  • Page 45 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 4. Move left stripper bracket assembly (A) inboard so that distance (B) between the stripper bracket assembly and header centerline (C) is 458 mm (18 in.). Figure 5.4: Left Stripper Bracket Clearance 5. Install five retained bolts (A) where the mounting holes on stripper bracket assembly (B) align with the holes in the header frame.
  • Page 46 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 7. Move right stripper assembly (A) inboard so that distance (B) between the stripper assembly and the header centerline is 505 mm (19 7/8 in.). 8. Ensure that distance (D) between the stripper bracket assemblies is 962 mm (37 7/8 in.). Figure 5.7: Stripper Bracket Clearances 9.

  • Page 47: Reducing Header Opening - Headers Configured For Ideal

    CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 14. Remove bolts and nuts (D) securing top shield (A). Retain the bolts and nuts. 15. Slide top shield (A) onto bolts (C) at the front of top beam (B). Tighten the hardware to secure the top shield. 16.
  • Page 48 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 2. Loosen three bolts (A). Remove left cover (B). Repeat this step to remove the right cover. Figure 5.13: Left Cover 3. Remove bolts (A) securing left bracket stripper assembly (B) to the header frame. Retain the bolts. NOTE: The auger has been removed from some of the illustrations in this procedure for clarity.
  • Page 49 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 5. Install five retained bolts (A) where the mounting holes on stripper bracket assembly (A) align with the holes in the header frame. Figure 5.16: Left Stripper Bracket Installed 6. Remove bolts (B) securing right stripper bracket assembly (A) to the header frame.
  • Page 50 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 9. Install five retained bolts (B) where the mounting holes in stripper bracket assembly (A) line up with the frame. Figure 5.19: Right Stripper Bracket Installed 262860 Revision A...
  • Page 51 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 1038005 Side Panels – View from Front Figure 5.20: IDEAL ® 10. Slide right panel (A) onto stripper bracket (B) and onto the two bolts in the top channel. 11. Secure right panel (A) to stripper bracket (B) with one M12 x 30 mm carriage bolt (C) and one M12 nut (D). Insert the bolt from the top of the stripper bracket.
  • Page 52 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE A A A A C 1038006 Top and Side Panels – View from Front ® Figure 5.21: IDEAL 15. On the front of the header, slide top panel (A) onto bolts (B) on the top channel. 16.

  • Page 53: Reducing Header Opening - Headers Configured For Gleaner® Combines

    CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 23. Install left cover (B). Secure the cover with bolts (A). Repeat this step to install the right cover. Figure 5.23: Left Cover 24. Retrieve the bottom beam guides and the associated hardware from the shipping bag. 25.
  • Page 54 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 2. Loosen three bolts (A). Remove left cover (B). Repeat this step to remove the right cover. Figure 5.26: Left Cover 3. Remove bolts (A) securing left bracket stripper assembly (B) to the header frame. Retain the bolts. NOTE: The auger has been removed from some of the illustrations in this procedure for clarity.
  • Page 55 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 5. Install five retained bolts (A) where the mounting holes on stripper bracket assembly (A) align with the holes in the header frame. Figure 5.29: Left Stripper Bracket Installed 6. Remove bolts (B) securing right stripper bracket assembly (A) to the header frame.
  • Page 56 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 9. Install five retained bolts (B) where the mounting holes in stripper bracket assembly (A) line up with the frame. Figure 5.32: Right Stripper Installed 10. Remove hardware (A) and (B) from the left stripper bracket assembly and the top beam.
  • Page 57 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 20. Secure top shield (A) to the front of top beam (B) with two bolts and nuts (C). ® Figure 5.35: Gleaner Top Beam and Top Shield Installed 21. Secure left bumper (B) to top beam (C) with three bolts and nuts (A).
  • Page 58 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 25. Secure right bumper (A) to the gusset on the top beam with bolt and nut (B). 26. Slide right panel (C) behind the header backsheet and onto the stripper bracket. 27. Secure the right panel with bolt and nut (D). 28.

  • Page 59: Installing Long Flighting Extensions - Agco

    CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 5.1.2 Installing Long Flighting Extensions – AGCO Long flighting extensions will need to be installed on the augers of headers configured to work with combines equipped with 1016 mm (40 in.) or 1118 mm (44 in.) feeder house openings. 1.
  • Page 60 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 5. Retrieve the flighting extension hardware from the manual storage case. 6. Place new flighting extension (A) on the outboard side of already installed flighting (B). 7. Secure flighting extension (A) to the auger with the already installed hardware and additional M8 x 20 bolts and locknuts (C).

  • Page 61: Removing Auger Fingers - Agco

    CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 5.1.3 Removing Auger Fingers – AGCO Auger fingers may need to be removed from headers configured to work with combines equipped with 1016 mm (40 in.) or 1118 mm (44 in.) feeder house openings. There should be 16 fingers installed on the auger. 1.
  • Page 62 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 9. From inside the auger, position plug (B) in the hole. Secure the plug with M6 x 20 long hex socket screws (A). NOTE: Screws (A) come with a threadlocker patch that will wear off if the bolts are removed. If reinstalling screws (A), apply medium-strength threadlocker (Loctite®...

  • Page 63: Configuring Header For Case Ih Combines

    5.2 Configuring Header for Case IH Combines PW8 Pick-Up Headers are configured at the factory for Case IH combine models with a 1372 mm (54 in.) feeder house. The following procedures describe how to modify the header for models with a 1156 mm (45 1/2 in.) feeder house.
  • Page 64 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 3. Move left stripper assembly (A) inboard so that distance (B) from the stripper assembly to header centerline (C) is 578 mm (22 3/4 in.). Figure 5.51: Narrow Opening 4. Reinstall four bolts (A) to secure stripper assembly (B) to the frame.
  • Page 65 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 7. Move right stripper assembly (A) inboard so that distance (B) between header centerline (C) and stripper (A) is 578 mm (22 3/4 in.). 8. Ensure that distance (D) between the stripper assemblies is 1156 mm (45 1/2 in.). Figure 5.54: Narrow Opening 9.

  • Page 66: Configuring Header For John Deere Combines

    5.3 Configuring Header for John Deere Combines PW8 Pick-Up Headers are configured at the factory for John Deere combine models with a 1397 mm (55 in.) feeder house. The following procedures describe how to modify the header for models with a 1650 mm (65 in.) feeder house.
  • Page 67 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 3. Move left stripper assembly (A) outboard so that distance (B) from the stripper assembly to header centerline (C) is 700 mm (27 9/16 in.). Figure 5.59: Left Stripper – Wide Opening 4. Reinstall four bolts (A) to secure stripper assembly (B) to the frame.
  • Page 68 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 7. Reinstall four bolts (A) to secure stripper assembly (B) to the frame. 8. Install M12 x 30 mm carriage bolt and nut (C) from the hardware bag. Figure 5.62: Left Stripper – Wide Opening 9. Remove four bolts (A) securing right stripper assembly (B) to the frame.
  • Page 69 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 12. Reinstall four bolts (A) to secure stripper assembly (B) to the frame. 13. Install M12 x 30 mm carriage bolt and nut (C) from the hardware bag. 14. Manually rotate the auger and check the clearances between the auger flighting and the stripper plates.

  • Page 70: Removing Flighting Extensions - John Deere

    CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 5.3.2 Removing Flighting Extensions – John Deere To configure the pick-up header to operate with a combine with a 1650 mm (65 in.) feeder house, you must remove the flight extensions from the feed auger. 1. Remove access covers (A) on each side of the auger. 1006481 Figure 5.67: Access Holes in Auger 2.

  • Page 71: Installing Auger Fingers - John Deere

    CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 5.3.3 Installing Auger Fingers – John Deere Auger fingers may need to be installed onto some pick-up headers configured to work with John Deere and New Holland combines. There should be a total of 18 auger fingers installed. G302370 NON GLEANER COMBINES Figure 5.69: Auger Finger Installation Locations NOTE:...
  • Page 72 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 1. Retrieve the bag of hardware from the manual storage case located on the back of the header. 2. Remove screws (A) securing plastic plug (B) to the auger. Remove the plastic plug from inside of the auger. 3.
  • Page 73 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 13. Position access cover (A) as shown. 14. Apply medium-strength threadlocker (Loctite ® 243 or equivalent) to the threads of screws (B). 15. Secure the covers with screws (B). 16. Torque the screws to 9 Nm (7 lbf∙in [80 lbf∙in]). 17.

  • Page 74: Configuring Header For New Holland Cr Combines

    5.4 Configuring Header for New Holland CR Combines PW8 Pick-Up Headers are configured at the factory for New Holland combine models with a 1270 mm (50 in.) feeder house. The following procedures describe how to modify the header for a New Holland CR combine with a 1016 mm (40 in.) feeder house.
  • Page 75 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 3. Move left stripper assembly (A) inboard so that distance (B) from the stripper assembly to header centerline (C) is 417 mm (16 7/16 in.). Figure 5.75: Narrow Opening 4. Reinstall four bolts (A) to secure stripper assembly (B) to the frame.
  • Page 76 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 7. Move right stripper assembly (A) inboard so that dimension (B) from header centerline (C) to the stripper assembly is 417 mm (16 7/16 in.). 8. Ensure that distance (D) between the stripper assemblies is 834 mm (32 13/16 in.). Figure 5.78: Narrow Opening 9.

  • Page 77: Installing Long Flighting Extensions - New Holland Cr

    CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 5.4.2 Installing Long Flighting Extensions – New Holland CR Long flighting extensions will need to be installed on the augers of headers configured to work with combines equipped with 1016 mm (40 in.) or 1118 mm (44 in.) feeder house openings. 1.
  • Page 78 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 5. Retrieve the flighting extension hardware from the manual storage case. 6. Place new flighting extension (A) on the outboard side of already installed flighting (B). 7. Secure flighting extension (A) to the auger with the already installed hardware and additional M8 x 20 bolts and locknuts (C).

  • Page 79: Removing Auger Fingers - New Holland Cr

    CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 5.4.3 Removing Auger Fingers – New Holland CR Auger fingers may need to be removed from headers configured to work with combines equipped with 1016 mm (40 in.) or 1118 mm (44 in.) feeder house openings. There should be 16 fingers installed on the auger. 1.
  • Page 80 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 9. From inside the auger, position plug (B) in the hole. Secure the plug with M6 x 20 long hex socket screws (A). NOTE: Screws (A) come with a threadlocker patch that will wear off if the bolts are removed. If reinstalling screws (A), apply medium-strength threadlocker (Loctite®...

  • Page 81: Configuring Header For New Holland Cx Combines

    5.5 Configuring Header for New Holland CX Combines PW8 Pick-Up Headers are configured at the factory for New Holland combine models with a 1270 mm (50 in.) feeder house. The following procedures describe how to modify the header for a New Holland CX combine with a 1524 mm (60 in.) feeder house.
  • Page 82 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 3. Move left stripper assembly (A) outboard so that distance (B) from the stripper assembly to header centerline (C) is 700 mm (27 9/16 in.). Figure 5.92: Left Stripper – Wide Opening 4. Reinstall four bolts (A) to secure stripper assembly (B) to the frame.
  • Page 83 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 7. Move right stripper assembly (A) outboard so that dimension (B) from header centerline (C) to the edge of the stripper is 700 mm (27 9/16 in.). 8. Ensure that distance (D) between the stripper assemblies is 1400 mm (55 1/8 in.).

  • Page 84: Removing Flighting Extensions - New Holland Cx

    CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 5.5.2 Removing Flighting Extensions – New Holland CX To configure the pick-up header to operate with a combine with a 1650 mm (65 in.) feeder house, you must remove the flight extensions from the feed auger. 1.

  • Page 85: Installing Auger Fingers - New Holland Cx

    CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 5.5.3 Installing Auger Fingers – New Holland CX Auger fingers may need to be installed onto some pick-up headers configured to work with John Deere and New Holland combines. There should be a total of 18 auger fingers installed. G302370 NON GLEANER COMBINES Figure 5.100: Auger Finger Installation Locations NOTE:...
  • Page 86 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 1. Retrieve the bag of hardware from the manual storage case located on the back of the header. 2. Remove screws (A) securing plastic plug (B) to the auger. Remove the plastic plug from inside of the auger. 3.
  • Page 87 CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 13. Position access cover (A) as shown. 14. Apply medium-strength threadlocker (Loctite ® 243 or equivalent) to the threads of screws (B). 15. Secure the covers with screws (B). 16. Torque the screws to 9 Nm (7 lbf∙in [80 lbf∙in]). 17.

  • Page 88: Adjusting Stripper Plate Clearance

    CONFIGURING HEADER FOR COMBINE 5.6 Adjusting Stripper Plate Clearance Adjust the clearance between the stripper plates and the auger flighting so that there is no interference between these parts. 1. Loosen nuts (A) on stripper plate (B), and adjust the stripper plate to achieve clearance (C) of 3–8 mm (1/8–5/16 in.).

  • Page 89: Chapter 6: Attaching Header To Combine

    Chapter 6: Attaching Header to Combine Once the header has been unloaded, assembled, and if necessary, reconfigured, you can attach it to the combine. This section includes instructions for attaching PW8 headers to the combines listed below. Combine Refer to Case IH 6.1 Attaching Header to Case IH Combine, page 79...
  • Page 90 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 2. Start the engine. 3. Slowly drive the combine up to the header until feeder house saddle (A) is directly under header top beam (B). 4. Raise the feeder house slightly to lift the header, ensuring that feeder house saddle (A) properly engages the header frame.
  • Page 91 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 10. Rotate disc (B) on header driveline storage hook (A) and remove the driveline from the hook. Figure 6.4: Driveline in Storage Position 11. Lift the driveshield covering the combine output shaft. 12. Pull back collar (A) on the end of the driveline and push it onto combine output shaft (B) until the collar locks.
  • Page 92 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 17. Position coupler (A) onto the header receptacle and push handle (B) downward to engage the pins in the receptacle. 18. Push the handle to the closed position until lock button (C) snaps out. 19. Open cover (D) on the header electrical receptacle. 20.

  • Page 93: Attaching Header To Challenger®, Gleaner®, And Massey Ferguson® Combines

    ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 6.2 Attaching Header to Challenger®, Gleaner®, and Massey Ferguson® Combines Once the header has been unloaded, assembled, and if necessary, reconfigured, it can be attached to the combine. 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.
  • Page 94 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 2. Check distance (A) between the underside of top beam (B) and the alignment holes in lower beam (C) on the header. Distance (A) should be 793–799 mm (31–31 1/2 in.). 3. If necessary, loosen six bolts (D) and adjust lower beam (C) to adjust distance (A) to the correct value.
  • Page 95 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE Figure 6.13: Header Opening – Gleaner ® R and S Series 7. Raise the feeder house, ensuring that feeder house saddle (A) and the alignment pins properly engage the header frame. 8. Position the header slightly off the ground, stop the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
  • Page 96 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 9. Insert the hooks into the header by moving lever (A) from the horizontal to the vertical position. Figure 6.16: Engaging Hooks 10. Rotate disc (B) on header driveline storage hook (A), and remove the driveline from the hook. Figure 6.17: Driveline in Storage Position 11.
  • Page 97 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 12. Lower handle (A) to release coupler (B) from the header. Figure 6.19: Coupler 13. Push handle (A) on the combine to the fully open position. 14. Clean the mating surfaces of coupler (B) and receptacle (C), if necessary.

  • Page 98: Attaching Header To Ideal ™ Combine

    ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE ™ 6.3 Attaching Header to IDEAL Combine Once the header has been unloaded, assembled, and if necessary, reconfigured, it can be attached to the combine. 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.
  • Page 99 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 4. Raise the feeder house until transition frame top beam (A) is fully resting on the feeder house. Raise the header slightly off of the ground. IMPORTANT: The full weight of the header must be on the feeder house, NOT on pins (B).
  • Page 100 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 9. Open the combine output shaft cover. 10. Pull collar (A) back to release the driveline from support bracket (B). Figure 6.27: Driveline in Storage Position 11. Pull back collar (A) on the end of the driveline and push the driveline end onto combine output shaft (B) until the collar locks.
  • Page 101 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 17. Position multicoupler (A) onto the combine receptacle, and pull handle (B) to fully engage the multicoupler into the receptacle. 18. Remove the draper deck shipping braces. For instructions, refer to 6.7 Removing Deck Shipping Braces, page 105.

  • Page 102: Attaching Header To John Deere 60, 70, S, Or T Series Combine

    ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 6.4 Attaching Header to John Deere 60, 70, S, or T Series Combine Once the header has been unloaded, assembled, and if necessary reconfigured, it can be attached to the combine. 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.
  • Page 103 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 6. Open driveshield (A) on the combine feeder house. Figure 6.33: Combine Driveshield 7. Rotate disc (B) on header driveline storage hook (A) and remove the driveline from the hook. Figure 6.34: Driveline in Storage Position 8.
  • Page 104 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 10. Remove cover (A) from the combine multicoupler receptacle. Figure 6.36: Combine Receptacle 11. Pull handle (A) on the header to release multicoupler (B) from the storage position. 12. Remove the coupler, and push the handle back into the header.
  • Page 105 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 15. Pull handle (A) from the vertical to the fully horizontal position to fully engage the multicoupler and to extend pins (B) at the base of the feeder house into locking plates (C). Knob (D) will engage with the lock handle. NOTE: If the handle does not move to the fully horizontal position, ensure that locking plates (A) on the header are aligned...

  • Page 106: Attaching Header To New Holland Cr/Cx Series Combine

    ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 6.5 Attaching Header to New Holland CR/CX Series Combine Once the header has been unloaded, assembled, and if necessary reconfigured, it can be attached to the combine. 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.
  • Page 107 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 5. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition. 6. Lift lever (A) on the left side of the header’s feeder house and push handle (B) on the combine so that hooks (C) engage pins (D) on both sides of the feeder house.
  • Page 108 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 11. Open the driveshield. 12. Pull back collar (B) on the end of the driveline and push it onto combine output shaft (A) until the collar locks. 13. Close the driveshield. Figure 6.45: Attaching Driveline 14. Open cover (A). 15.
  • Page 109 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 17. Position the coupler onto header receptacle (A) and push handle (B) downward to engage the pins into the receptacle. 18. Push handle (B) downward to the closed position until lock button (C) snaps out. 19. Open cover (D) on the header electrical receptacle. 20.

  • Page 110: Attaching Header To Versatile Combine

    ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 6.6 Attaching Header to Versatile Combine Once the header has been unloaded, assembled, and if necessary, reconfigured, it can be attached to the combine. 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.
  • Page 111 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 6. Grasp handle (A) and slide pin (B) into feeder house receptacle (C) until pin stop (D) drops down to lock the pin as shown in Figure 6.51, page 101. Ensure that the pin is engaged on the opposite side of the feeder house. 7.
  • Page 112 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 15. Loosen bolts (A) along top beam (B) on the back side of the header. Figure 6.54: Top Beam — Rear View 16. Move support channel (A) according to the measurement recorded in Step 8, page 101 to align the locking pin with the feeder house receptacle.
  • Page 113 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 21. Rotate disc (B) on header driveline storage hook (A), and remove the driveline from the hook. Figure 6.57: Driveline in Storage Position 22. Pull back collar (A) at the end of the driveline and push it onto combine output shaft (B) until the collar locks.
  • Page 114 ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 25. Remove coupler (A) from the combine and clean the mating surfaces, if necessary. Figure 6.60: Versatile Coupler 26. Position coupler (A) onto the header receptacle and push handle (B) downward to engage the coupler pins into the receptacle.

  • Page 115: Removing Deck Shipping Braces

    ATTACHING HEADER TO COMBINE 6.7 Removing Deck Shipping Braces The removable deck shipping braces are painted yellow. Remove the braces after attaching the header to the combine. 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.

  • Page 117: Chapter 7: Predelivery Inspection

    Chapter 7: Predelivery Inspection All pre-delivery checks must be completed before the header is delivered to the customer. 1. Ensure that no debris has fallen into the header. 2. Ensure that the header is field-ready by performing the final checks listed on the Predelivery Checklist, page 133.

  • Page 118: Wheels And Tires

    PREDELIVERY INSPECTION 7.1.1 Wheels and Tires There are two wheels and tires installed on the pick-up header, one on each side of the header. DANGER • Never install a tube in a cracked wheel rim. • Never weld a wheel rim. •...

  • Page 119: Adjusting Front Draper Belt Tension

    PREDELIVERY INSPECTION 4. Ensure that the drapers are visible through slots (A). Proper tension is achieved when the draper aligns with the indicator notch in slots (A). IMPORTANT: In order for the draper to track correctly, deck indicator (B) must be in the same position on both sides of the header. If the draper tension needs to be adjusted, refer to Adjusting Front Draper Belt Tension, page 109 Adjusting...
  • Page 120 PREDELIVERY INSPECTION 1. Raise the header fully. 2. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition. 3. Engage the header safety props. 4. Loosen three clamp bolts (A) on both tension adjusters. 5. On the left tension adjuster, loosen jam nut (B). Figure 7.4: Left Tension Adjuster 6.
  • Page 121 PREDELIVERY INSPECTION Figure 7.7: Draper Guides 10. If the draper lifts or if V-guides (A) pull away from the drive roller grooves: Loosen right tension adjuster nut (C) or left tension adjuster nut (D) by one half turn on the side of the header which the draper should track toward.
  • Page 122 PREDELIVERY INSPECTION 11. Tighten three clamp bolts (A) and jam nut (B) on the right side of the header. 12. Tighten the bolts on the other side of the header. Figure 7.8: Right Stepped Position Indicator 262860 Revision A...

  • Page 123: Adjusting Rear Draper Belt Tension

    PREDELIVERY INSPECTION Adjusting Rear Draper Belt Tension If the rear draper belt does not line up with the tension indicator notches in the viewing holes on the side of the header, the rear draper belt will need to be adjusted. To adjust the rear draper belt tension: 1.

  • Page 124: Lubrication

    PREDELIVERY INSPECTION 9. Loosen three clamp bolts (A) on the right side of the header. 10. Loosen jam nut (C). 11. Turn adjuster nut (B) until right stepped position indicator (D) is identical to left stepped position indicator. 12. Tighten clamp bolts (A) and jam nut (C). Figure 7.10: Rear Deck –...

  • Page 125: Lubricating Auger Drive Chain

    PREDELIVERY INSPECTION Lubricating Auger Drive Chain Lubricate the auger drive chain frequently with SAE 30 engine oil to maximize its service life. 1. Lower the header. 2. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition. 3. Open the left endshield. For instructions, refer to 3.3.1 Opening Left Endshield, page 4.
  • Page 126 NOTE: You can reach the grease points for bearings (A) and (B) can by removing the access covers on the auger drum. Refer to the PW8 Pick-Up Header operator’s manual for instructions on how to remove the access covers. Bearing (C) can be accessed from outside the auger.
  • Page 127 PREDELIVERY INSPECTION Every 100 Hours The driveline on the header will need to be lubricated every 100 hours. Figure 7.16: Driveline Greasing Points A - Driveline Slip-Joint B - Driveline Guard (Both Ends) C - Driveline Clutch 262860 Revision A...

  • Page 128: Checking Contents Of Manual Storage Case

    1. Open the case. If necessary, remove the cable tie on manual case (A). 2. Ensure that the case contains the following manuals: • PW8 Pick-Up Header Operator’s Manual • PW8 Pick-Up Header Parts Catalog 3. Put the manuals back in the case.

  • Page 129: Running Up The Header

    PREDELIVERY INSPECTION 7.1.6 Running up the Header Once the header has been assembled and inspected, run up the header to ensure that it is working correctly. 1. Start the combine. 2. Position the header so that it is approximately 356 mm (14 in.) from the ground to the center of the rear roller. NOTE: This is the standard operating height.

  • Page 130: Setting Up Auto Header Height Control System

    7.2 Setting Up Auto Header Height Control System The auto header control system will need to be configured specifically for the customer’s combine. Refer to the PW8 Pick-Up Header operator’s manual or technical manual for more information. 262860 Revision A...

  • Page 131: Chapter 8: Reference

    Chapter 8: Reference Refer to the topics in this chapter as needed. 8.1 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Lubricate the header with the specified grease and lubricant for maximum service life. Keep your machine operating at maximum efficiency by using only clean lubricants and by ensuring the following: •...
  • Page 132 REFERENCE Term Definition Power take-off RoHS (Reduction of A directive by the European Union to restrict the use of certain hazardous substances Hazardous Substances) (such as hexavalent chromium used in some yellow zinc platings) Society of Automotive Engineers A headed and externally threaded fastener that threads into preformed threads or forms Screw its own thread in one of the mating parts A joint made with the use of a fastener where the joining materials are compressible or...

  • Page 133: Conversion Chart

    REFERENCE 8.3 Conversion Chart This manual uses both SI units (including metric) and US customary units (sometimes referred to as standard units) of measurement. A list of those units along with their abbreviations and conversion factors is provided here for your reference.

  • Page 134: Torque Specifications

    REFERENCE 8.4 Torque Specifications The following tables provide torque values for various bolts, cap screws, and hydraulic fittings. Refer to these values only when no other torque value has been specified in a given procedure. • Tighten all bolts to the torque values specified in the charts below, unless you are directed otherwise in this manual. •...
  • Page 135 REFERENCE Table 8.4 Metric Class 8.8 Bolts and Class 9 Distorted Thread Nut Torque (Nm) Torque (lbf·ft) (*lbf·in) Nominal Size (A) Max. Max. Min. Min. 3-0.5 3.5-0.6 4-0.7 5-0.8 6-1.0 8-1.25 18.8 20.8 *167 *185 10-1.5 12-1.75 Figure 8.2: Bolt Grades 14-2.0 16-2.0 20-2.5...

  • Page 136: Metric Bolt Specifications - Cast Aluminum

    REFERENCE Table 8.6 Metric Class 10.9 Bolts and Class 10 Distorted Thread Nut Torque (Nm) Torque (lbf·ft) (*lbf·in) Nominal Size (A) Max. Max. Min. Min. 3-0.5 3.5-0.6 4-0.7 5-0.8 6-1.0 10.7 11.8 *105 8-1.25 10-1.5 12-1.75 14-2.0 16-2.0 20-2.5 24-3.0 8.4.2 Metric Bolt Specifications –...

  • Page 137: Flare-Type Hydraulic Fittings

    REFERENCE 8.4.3 Flare-Type Hydraulic Fittings The standard torque values are provided for flare-type hydraulic fittings. If a procedure specifies a different torque value for the same type and size of fitting found in this topic, refer to the value specified in the procedure instead. 1.

  • Page 138: O-Ring Boss Hydraulic Fittings - Adjustable

    REFERENCE 8.4.4 O-Ring Boss Hydraulic Fittings – Adjustable The standard torque values are provided for adjustable hydraulic fittings. If a procedure specifies a different torque value for the same type and size of fitting found in this topic, refer to the value specified in the procedure instead. 1.

  • Page 139: O-Ring Boss Hydraulic Fittings - Non-Adjustable

    REFERENCE Table 8.9 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings – Adjustable and Non-Adjustable Torque Value Thread Size (in.) SAE Dash Size lbf·ft (*lbf·in) 5/16–24 10–11 *89–97 3/8–24 18–20 *159–177 7/16–20 29–32 21–24 1/2–20 32–35 24–26 9/16–18 40–44 30–32 3/4–16 70–77 52–57 7/8–14 115–127 85–94...

  • Page 140: O-Ring Face Seal Hydraulic Fittings

    REFERENCE Table 8.10 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings – Adjustable and Non-Adjustable (continued) Torque Value Thread Size (in.) SAE Dash Size lbf·ft (*lbf·in) 9/16–18 40–44 30–32 3/4–16 70–77 52–57 7/8–14 115–127 85–94 1 1/16–12 183–201 135–148 1 3/16–12 237–261 175–193 1 5/16–12 271–298 200–220...

  • Page 141: Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings

    REFERENCE 2. Apply hydraulic system oil to O-ring (B). 3. Align the tube or hose assembly so that the flat face of sleeve (A) or (C) comes into full contact with O-ring (B). 4. Thread tube or hose nut (D) until it is hand-tight. The nut should turn freely until it bottoms out.
  • Page 142 REFERENCE 4. Torque the connector to the appropriate torque angle. The turns from finger tight (TFFT) and flats from finger tight (FFFT) values are shown in Table 8.12, page 132. Ensure that the tube end of a shaped connector (typically a 45° or 90° elbow) is aligned to receive the incoming tube or hose assembly.

  • Page 143: Predelivery Checklist

    — run-up procedure. — Ensure that there are no hydraulic leaks on the header. Ensure that the manual storage case contains the PW8 Pick- 7.1.4 Checking Contents of Manual Storage Case, Up Header Operator’s Manual and Parts Catalog. page 118...
  • Page 146 CUSTOMERS M M a a c c D D o o n n . . c c o o m m DEALERS P P o o r r t t a a l l . . M M a a c c D D o o n n . . c c o o m m Trademarks of products are the marks of their respective manufacturers and/or distributors.

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