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1. Form 169457 87 Conditioner Drive Belt 4 Auger Drive Belts Conditioner Gearbox Lubricant Level Bevel Gearbox Lubricant Level END OF SEASON Refer To Section 6 13 STORAGE 10 HOURS OR DAILY v Hydraulic Hoses and Lines Cutter Blades Deflectors and Discs NOTE A RECORD OF DAILY MAINTENANCE IS NOT NORMALLY REQUIRED BUT IS AT THE OWNER OPERATOR S DISCRETION Roll Universal Shafts Cutterbar Driveline Bearings 50 HOURS A Cutterbar Lube First 50 amp 150 HRS Bevel Gearbox Lube First 50 8 150 HRS A Cond Gearbox Oil First 50 amp 150 HRS Drive Tensioner Roll Shaft Bearings Gauge Roller Bearings 250 HOURS A Cutterbar Lube A Conditioner Drive Gearbox Lube A Bevel Gearbox Lube Revision B TROUBLESHOOTING 8 TROUBLESHOOTING 8 1 MOWER PERFORMANCE SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION SECTION Dull bent or badly worn blades Replace blades 7 8 4 2 Auger drive belt slipping Adjust tension Change belts Build up of dirt between rock Conditioner drive belt slipping Cutterbar Plugging Decrease header angle and increase float In some conditions it may be necessary to carry header slightly with header lift cylinders Decrease header angle and increase float Bent cutter blades Replace blades 7 8 4 2 Excessive header speed Reduce head
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3. dp E 90 9 OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS gt gt 92 9 1 GAUGE RO EER AR UD 5 14 5 ed do qs 92 9 2 uites pati hit elc D DAI 92 9 3 Ge IDI DEPART T 92 9 4 25 er atc ets 92 9 5 DOUBLE WINDROW 2 0 sna 92 10 UNLOADING AND 55 93 ee 94 Form 169457 3 Revision B SAFETY 2 SAFETY 2 1 SAFETY SYMBOL This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages in this manual and on safety signs on the machine This symbol means e ATTENTION e BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED Carefully read and follow the safety message accompanying this symbol WHY IS SAFETY IMPORTANT TO YOU e ACCIDE
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5. 59 77 1 9 Tr 61 OD GINS sies 92 Revision B Owner Operator Responsibilities 13 15 45 Replacing dive ERE RM 74 76 ROCK GUIS en a 64 Roll Drive B l earem aE See Conditioner Rollers 34 Bi RC EI TT TT See Conditioner Safety M E 7 13 OWNO 13 E UE 47 Sb lO WI coss atto 24 SIGMA WOKS E RM EC 4 cm wer T 4 inject EE 4 Safety Signs fere cle TOTO UT 5 Seral NUDE wd Dd pda a P 1 Pc om 47 Shields sut c Maa 53 24 Skid Shoes va edes 35 osea Medo 92 169457 INDEX 95 Specifications ge M 12 aes sevens Sache castors 48 Speed SCNSOM 81 46 38 Tall Crop Dividers PR NT UN 92
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7. W110 TN 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE Place a suitable container under drain plug A Remove plugs A and B Allow sufficient time for lubricant to drain Replace plug A and tighten continued next page o 02 Form 169457 77 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 16 FT SHOWN 19 OPPOSITE h Remove breather and bushing C at filler pipe i Add 17 oz 500 ml of Traxon E Synthetic 75W90 gear lubricant to gearbox through filler pipe Lubricant should slightly run out of port B when at the proper level Re install plug B and tighten k Re install bushing and breather C in filler pipe and tighten Properly dispose of used lubricant and clean up any spilled lubricant m Close driveshield E Form 169457 78 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 9 4 Bevel Gearbox 16 FT Open driveshield oee Section 7 5 DRIVESHIELDS nt f T 9 T 5 Em A d Lad v 1 EJ I 1 1 E i i k Ar we The bevel gearbox which transfers power from the hydraulic motor to the header drives is located inside the drive compartment at the left end of the header If repairs are required it should be removed and serviced at your Dealer See your MacDon d Place a suitable container under drain plug A Dealer or Technical Service Manual e Remo
8. LI CLOCKWISE ROTATION LH DRIVELINE DISC 1 Remove driveline cage deflector C Refer to the Technical Service Manual 2 Locate feed plate D on the disc ensuring that hole in feed plate registers on disc Position plate approximately as shown and align holes IMPORTANT Feed plate should be located so that when holes are aligned the leading edge of the feed plate D is further from the accelerator E than the trailing edge 3 Re install cage deflector Refer to the Technical Service Manual g Remove block of wood if used h Manually rotate discs to check for interference of feed plate and adjacent parts A WARNING Ensure cutterbar is completely clear of foreign objects These objects can be ejected with considerable force when the machine is started and may result in serious injury or machine damage i Close cutterbar doors 42 Revision B OPERATION 6 10 14 2 Removal A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason child or even a pet could engage an idling machine a Lower header to the ground shut off engine and remove key from ignition b Open cutterbar doors A CAUTION Exercise caution when working around the blades Blades are sharp and can cause serious injury Wear gloves when handling blades c Place a block of wood between discs to prevent deflector from turning Driven Deflector RH End
9. 19 WINDROWER 6 19 HEADER CONNEC TIONS T 20 6 6 HEADER DETACHMENT 21 A Db icu ME LIMINE UC M 21 B M20 UELUT ee eee es 23 6 7 BREAKIN PERIOD dtr petenti tabe tocco tt e bot Sd LE ae ose 24 6 8 SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE iens DU s Co hieu tua fee Moe 24 6 9 TRANSPORTING HEADER T S 24 6 9 1 een 25 6 10 HEADER ee eee ene ee DEMNM LEM ee eee 26 6 10 1 T c CLE 26 SIE MER Eel ERR E m Tee 27 CTOS minuat 29 6104 E oS mom 30 6 10 5 mias oe ee eee a DE RD 31 9 06 Header Angie eosin LI UE ERI 33 630 7 Org Linus ies 34 6 10 69 omo 35 6 10 9 OUN ope d 36 37
10. Open cutterbar doors A CAUTION Cutter blades have two cutting edges Exercise caution when working around the blades Blades are sharp and can cause serious injury Wear gloves when handling blades Inspect accelerators for severe damage and wear They should be replaced if severely damaged or worn Check for loose or missing fasteners and tighten or replace fastener if missing Form 169457 7 8 5 1 70 Replacing Accelerators Raise header fully shut off engine and remove key Engage lift cylinder lock out valves Remove disc See Section Maintenance 7 8 3 Disc DISC ROTATION j 4 P Remove bolt and nut A and nut B and remove accelerator C from disc D IMPORTANT Do not remove cutter blade bolt unless it or the blade are being replaced Repeat for other accelerator Locate new accelerator on disc onto existing cutter blade bolt Install nut B NOTE Accelerators are handed for clockwise or counter clockwise operation Verify the direction of disc before installing accelerators Install hex bolt A and nut at inboard hole Bolt head faces up Tighten both nuts to 100 135 N m Hepeat for other accelerator Re install disc D on spindle Refer to Section 7 8 3 Disc Maintenance Remove block of wood if used A WARNING Ensure cutterbar is completely clear of foreign objects These objects can be ejected with considerable force when the machine is start
11. 169457 2 Revision B TABLE OF CONTENTS 7 2 RECOMMENDED SAFELY PROCEDURES ero 47 73 MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS 48 7 3 1 Recommended EO TES 48 7 3 2 Recommended MU OA G 51 7 3 3 CONV ete 52 7 4 HEADEPREEPET CYLINDER LOGKS be D I ere 53 7 5 DRIVESHIE LCDS TRO 53 7 6 CU TFERBAE DOORS eee tc 54 7 7 BEEE E EEE E 55 7 7 1 S 55 7 7 2 erste m MS 55 7 7 3 FIC ANNOY Cl dd E D E 59 7 7 4 Sealed same fetta 60 7 8 NR m T C UT 61 7 8 1 erc 61 7 8 2 Be 5 EI ea T 64 7 8 3 Disce Mantenan on xcu ud uM UL a M LM MM Ux qM 64 7 8 4 ee I LAM uA c DIE 67 7 8 5 POG 221248 SAL cL eon DE cu LU te LIE 70 7 8 6 PCC EONS M MU M MIA E LE M 71 7 9 Blois KU T
12. 200 H Log hours of operation and use the Maintenance Checklist provided to keep a record of scheduled maintenance Refer to Section 7 12 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 7 1 Greasing Procedure A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine a Use the recommended lubricants specified in this manual See Section 7 3 2 Recommended Lubricants b Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before greasing to avoid injecting dirt and grit c Inject grease through fitting with grease gun until grease overflows fitting except where noted d Leave excess grease on fitting to keep out dirt e Replace any loose broken fittings immediately f f fitting will not take grease remove and clean thoroughly Also clean lubricant passageway Replace fitting if necessary Form 169457 55 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Greasing Points cont d 16 FT HEADER SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE EXCEPT AS NOTED High Temperature Extreme Pressure EP2 Performance With 1 Max Molybdenum Disulphide NLGI Grade 2 Lithium Base Ww oW LO M L ME 011 rwr uat Noon al n d h DRIVELINE UNIVERSALS 2 PLCS DRIVELINE SHAFT 2 PLCS z 1 1 7 2 x 7 i j P 3 E Y BEARINGS 2 PLCS Form
13. Refer to the Technical Service Manual or your MacDon Dealer A WARNING Ensure cutterbar is completely clear of foreign objects These objects can be ejected with considerable force when the machine is started and may result in serious injury or machine damage d Close doors Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 8 6 2 Deflector Removal Installation 19 FT A WARNING Ensure cutterbar is completely clear of foreign objects These objects can be ejected with considerable force when the machine is started and may result in serious injury or machine damage a Replacing Driven Deflectors 1 Open outboard cutterbar doors SHOWN LH OPPOSITE 2 Place a block of wood between two discs to prevent deflector A from turning 3 Remove four bolts B and remove deflector A 4 Position new deflector on spindle so that it clears accelerators C 5 Install four bolts B and torque to 92 ft lbf 125 N m b Replacing Suspended Deflector 1 Open rear driveshield See Section 7 5 DRIVESHIELDS 2 Open outboard cutterbar doors LH SHOWN RH OPPOSITE 3 Loosen four bolts D and jam nut E Form 169457 72 4 11 12 Loosen nut F to loosen belts remove bolts from pulley H LH DRIVE RH OPPOSITE Support deflector assembly J and remove bolts D Remove deflector assembly J from cutterbar area Position new deflector assembly into cutterb
14. e Position stripper bar B as close as possible to auger flighting C without contacting it f Repeat above steps d to g for opposite side g Manually rotate auger to check that auger does not contact stripper bars Re adjust as required h Tighten nuts A NOTE Right side and left side stripper bars are interchangeable Each stripper bar can be flipped when one bar wears out or becomes damaged RIGHT END 6 10 11 2 Stripper Bar Adjustment 19 FT d Loosen nuts D on the three bolts securing stripper bar to pan sufficiently so that stripper bar can be moved If necessary adjust as follows A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine a Lower header to ground shutdown windrower and remove key e Position stripper bar E as close as possible to auger flighting F without contacting it f Repeat above steps d to g for opposite side g Manually rotate auger to check that auger does not contact stripper bars Re adjust as required h Tighten nuts D b tterbar d ndi Right side and left side stripper bars are Open driveshield on RIGHT end of header See interchangeable Each stripper bar can be Section 7 5 DRIVESHIELDS flipped when one bar wears out or becomes damaged Form 169457 39 Revision B OPERATION 6 10 12 Double Windrowing 6 10 13 Tall Crop
15. rm CURTAINS 12 DISC CUTTERBAR OVERSHOT AUGER ROTARY DEFLECTOR GAUGE ROLLERS OPTIONAL TRANSPORT DOOR TOWER DRIVESHIELD Ai amm ap i a E gt zz E BAFFLE CONTROL HEADER ARM BAFFLE HYDRAULIC HOSES TO SP WINDROWER Form 169457 11 Revision B GENERAL 5 SPECIFICATIONS HEADER MODEL FRAME AND STRUCTURE Transport Width 16 1 0 in 4879 mm 19 ft 4 in 5887 mm Weight estimated 4300 Ib 1955 kg 5300 Ib 2410 kg MacDon M200 and M205 SP Windrowers R85 16 FOOT R85 19 FOOT Carrier Lighting Two Amber Transport Manual Storage Windrower Cab Manual Storage Compartment CUTTERBAR Quantity Of Cutting Discs Blades Per Disc Two 18 Degrees Bevel Down Reversible Disc Speed 1800 2600 rpm Blade Tip Speed Range 131 189 mph 59 2 85 5 m s Effective Cutting Width 15 ft 10 in 4827 mm 19 ft 2 in 5835 mm Cutting Height Minimum 0 75 in 19 mm Lubricant Capacity Maximum 4 4 quarts US 4 25 litres 2 1 quarts US 2 0 liters per cutterbar Cutting Angle Range 0 8 Degrees Below Horizontal Geartrain Protection Shearable Disc Spindles Rotary Deflectors Gauge Rollers Skid Shoes Optiona OVERSHOT AUGER Two Converging Drum Six Converging Drum Two Adjustable Peripheral Diameter 9 0 in 229 mm Center Tube Diameter 6 0 in 152 mm 720 1040 rpm Three HB Belts Auger Speed Drive DRIVE 6 4 cu in 106 cc Heav
16. 16 FT HEADER CONDITIONER ROLLS HOSE SUPPORT DRIVE MOTOR CURTAINS 10 DISC CUTTERBAR OVERSHOT AUGER ROTARY DEFLECTOR TRANSPORT DRIVESHIELD TOWER DOOR GAUGE ROLLERS gt c 5 27 gt as 4 gt T 7 gt T rtm N p 7 c4 Us 7 T zz 3 d p gt eve T gt p 57 Nel 2 Le a gt 3 s 7 E 2 gt gt gt 2 y 32 E 5 4 E x e a E lt P Y x uM gt Mm s ner P DUE 2 m 1 lt 2 Y 4 ma AS 1 gt 1 J LU 4 AR gt 1 1 1 2 AT gt b 2 bd s po e gt gt E s 5 25 te lt 2 rt 77 5 pF E gt x ro nn mt 2 z 1 4 a x zi al T a 2 9 4 e ER er a cr HYDRAULIC HOSES BAFFLE CONTROL HEADER ARM BAFFLE TO SP WINDROWER Form 169457 10 Revision B GENERAL 19 FT HEADER HOSE SUPPORT DRIVE MOTOR e am ims Le v E N 4 D NET ud E m m ON ELT gt PI 05 227 MEE RETE gem enm
17. Disc 2 Disc 3 COUNTER CLOCKWISE ROTATION RH DRIVEN DISC Form 169457 1 Remove four bolts A and remove driven cage deflector B at RH end of cutterbar 1 Remove feed plate C 2 Re position deflector B and align holes Re install bolts A and tighten to 92 125 Driveline Deflector LH End CLOCKWISE ROTATION LH DRIVELINE DISC 1 Remove driveline cage deflector D Refer to the Technical Service Manual 2 Remove feed plate E 3 Re install cage deflector D Refer to the Technical Service Manual d Remove block of wood if used A WARNING Ensure cutterbar is completely clear of foreign objects These objects can be ejected with considerable force when the machine is started and may result in serious injury or machine damage e Close cutterbar doors continued next page Revision B OPERATION f Remove three bolts and remove RH side drive compartment shield G g Remove nuts from studs in storage compartment h Secure feed plates J to side of compartment with nuts H i A Re install drive shield G with bolts F Form 169457 44 Revision B OPERATION 6 11 HAYING TIPS 6 11 1 a Curing A quick cure will maintain top quality because e Protein is lost for each day hay lies on the ground he sooner the cut hay is harvested the earlier the start for next growth Leaving the windrow as wide and thin as poss
18. See previous section 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE Check and if necessary adjust idler arm stop F to 0 08 in 2 0 mm gap between the idler arm and the bolt head Re install cover B with bolts A Close driveshield Re adjust tension of new belts after a short run in period about 5 hours Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 9 3 Conditioner Gearbox 7 9 3 1 Changing Lubricant A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason child or even a pet could engage an idling machine a Drain the gearbox when the lubricant is warm If the lubricant is cold idle the machine for about 10 minutes prior to draining b Raise header to full height and engage header lift cylinder locks Stop engine and remove key 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE P Open driveshield See Section 7 5 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE DRIVESHIELDS The conditioner gearbox which transfers power from the bevel gearbox to the conditioner rolls and to the overshot auger is located inside the drive compartment at the left end of the header If repairs are required it should be removed and serviced at your MacDon Dealer See your MacDon Dealer or Technical Service Manual The only regular servicing required is maintaining the lubricant level and changing the lubricant according the intervals specified in this manual See Section 7 12 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
19. and other contaminants IMPORTANT Do not overfill the cutterbar when adding lubricant Overheating failure of cutterbar components may occur if overfilled CAPACITIES LUBRICANT SPEC DESCRIPTION High Temperature Extreme Pressure EP2 As Required Performance With 1 Max Unless Molybdenum Disulphide Otherwise NLGI Grade 2 opecified SAE Lithium Base Multi Purpose High Temperature Extreme Pressure EP Performance With 1096 Driveline Max Molybdenum Slip Joints Disulphide NLGI Grade 2 Lithium Base 4 4 quarts US 2 1 quarts US e 4 25 liters 2 0 liters Gear High Thermal and Oxidation Stability Conditioner 17 oz Traxon E Service Class GL 5 Gearbox 500 ml Synthetic 75W90 Bevel 13 6 oz 1 quart Gearbox 400 ml 1 41 liters or equivalent 19 FT has split cutterbar Capacity shown is for each cutterbar Form 169457 51 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 3 3 Conversion Chart INCH POUND UNITS UNIT NAME SI UNITS METRIC FACTOR UNIT NAME ABBR Area acres acres x 0 4047 z h a ums Force pounds force x 4 4482 QUANTITY ABBR gt 5 inch Length foot D Power horsepower a N mm m k kPa Pressure MPa N m m s ml pounds per square inch psi lof in or pound feet or foot pounds or ft lof x 1 3558 newton meters 0 1129 CF 32 x 0 56 ft min x 0 3048 ft s x 0 3048
20. hole and support is positioned as shown Loosen bolts and adjust as required Route hose bundle C from windrower through support H on header Route header return and pressure hose bundle J through support H on header to windrower Locate bundle J above existing hose support as shown and secure with three straps E Lower and lock lever A Revision B OPERATION n Install female coupler M from hose in port Y o Install male 45 degree fitting N and male coupler O from hose in port X i Open left side cab forward platform for access NOTE to valve blocks Male fitting may need to be disassembled prior to installing on valve block j Remove caps at ports X and Y on valve K and discard IMPORTANT p Connect hoses from header to fittings as shown Maintain cleanliness of all open lines and j Il HEADER CONNECTIONS k Remove fitting at port X and discard Aa ELECTRICAL CASE DRAIN eT q Remove caps and plugs from hoses and lines m Remove O ring L from cap and install over r Connect the pressure return and case drain hoses from windrower to fittings on header as shown Disconnect fittings at bundle J hose ends Discard caps s Connect electrical harness from windrower to connector on header Form 169457 20 Revision B OPERATION 6 6 HEADER DETACHMENT Stop engine and remove ke
21. 169457 56 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Greasing Points cont d 16 FT HEADER SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE High are ressure 2 Performance Wit EXCEPT AS NOTED 196 Max Molybdenum Disulphide NLGI Grade 2 Lithium Base OPTIONAL GAUGE ROLL BEARINGS 2 PLCS BOTH SIDES 19 FT ONLY CROSS SHAFT BEARING 4 PLCS Form 169457 57 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Greasing Points cont d 16 FT HEADER SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE 2 EXCEPT AS NOTED 1 Max Molybdenum Disulphide NLGI Grade 2 Lithium Base 10 MOLY 19 SUSPENDED DEFLECTOR 1 PLC GREASE IS E RECOMMENDED ES BOTH SIDES FOR DRIVELINE SHAFT SLIP 10 MOLY GREASE IS RECOMMENDED FOR DRIVELINE SHAFT SLIP JOINT ONLY 16 FOOT DRIVELINE UNIVERSALS 2 PLCS DRIVESHAFT 1 PLC 19 FOOT DRIVELINE UNIVERSALS 2 PLCS DRIVESHAFT 1 PLC BOTH SIDES AUGER BEARING 1 Form 169457 58 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 7 3 Lubricant Levels 16 FT HEADER d t St 27 Tu CHECK PLUG Oil Should Slightly Run Out When Removed EP E GEARBOX OIL LEVEL CHECK WITH TOP OF HEADER HORIZONTAL un CHECK PLUG Oil Should Slightly Run i Out When Removed amp 2 lt i 4 GEARBOX OIL LEVEL CHECK WITH HEADER FULLY RAISED Form 169457 CHECK PLUG i O
22. 169457 69 Revision B Damaged Leaves And Broken Stems TROUBLESHOOTING 8 2 MECHANICAL SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION SECTION Bent cutter blade cutter blade Bent cutter blade Replace blade 7 7842 4 2 Check roll timing and adjust Conditioner roll timing off if necessary 6 10 4 Check gap and adjust if necessary 6102 Excessive Noises Conditioner roll gap too small Conditioner rolls contacting each Increase roll gap other Check roll timing 6 10 4 Excessive Vibration Or Noise In Header Auger center support loose Tighten bolts on support 6 10 10 Mud deposits on conditioner rolls Drain lubricant and refill with Excessive Heat In Cutterbar much lubricant in cutterbar specified amount Remove mud from cutterbar Mud on cutterbar Do not allow mud to dry on cutterbar oee opindle bearing failure Replace spindle bearing MacDon Dealer Material wrapped around Hemove disc and remove 7 8 3 spindle material Cutting too low in rocky field Decrease header angle 6 10 6 amp Frequent Blade Damage conditions Increase float 6 10 1 Ground speed too high in rocky field conditions Note high ground speed tends Reduce ground speed 6 10 9 to dig rocks from ground instead of floating over them Check all blade mounting Blade incorrectly mounted hardware ensuring blades 7 8 4 1 are free to move float set too heavy float
23. Dividers The tall crop dividers one on each end of header assist in clean crop dividing and cutterbar entry in tall crops They are not adjustable but can easily be removed as follows A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine a Lower header to ground shutdown windrower and remove key If your windrower is equipped with the Double Windrow Attachment DWA refer to MacDon M Series Windrower Double Windrow Attachment Manual Form 169216 for operating and maintenance instructions The manual is shipped with the DWA Kit See Section 9 5 DOUBLE WINDROW ATTACHMENT c Remove the four bolts A and nuts Remove deflector B d Re install two bolts and nuts at locations shown Repeat above steps at other end f Close cutterbar doors Form 169457 40 Revision B OPERATION 6 10 14 Tall Crop Feed Plates The tall crop feed plates assist the feeding of tall c Remove three bolts A and remove side crops into the conditioner by encouraging drive compartment shield B material flow from behind the cage deflectors They will degrade the cutting performance of the cutterbar if they are used in medium to light alfalfa and so should not be installed in those types of crops The feed plates are designed for installation on the two cage deflectors and only on 16 FT headers They are stored
24. Form 169457 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Where a service interval is given in more than 7 12 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE one time frame e g 100 hours or Annually service the machine at whichever interval is The following maintenance schedule lists the reached first periodic maintenance procedures organized by service intervals Regular maintenance is the IMPORTANT best insurance against early wear and untimely Recommended intervals are for average breakdowns Following this schedule will conditions Service the machine more increase machine life often if operated under adverse conditions severe dust extra heavy loads etc For detailed instructions refer to the specific y headings in Section 7 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Use the fluids and lubricants specified in Section 7 3 2 Recommended A CAUTION Lubricants Carefully follow safety messages given in Service Intervals The recommended service Section 7 2 RECOMMENDED SAFETY intervals are in hours of operation PROCEDURES 7 12 1 Break In Inspections ITEM INSPECTION SECTION TNR Check For Loose Hardware 7 3 1 Tighten To Required Torque n Drive Belts Drive Belts Check Tension Drive Belts Change Use Only Specified Amount Cutterbar Lubricant Do Not Overfill Change Use Only Specified Amount Cutterbar Lubricant Do Not Overfill 7 8 1 Form 169457 85 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 122 Interval Maintenance INTERVAL SERVICE
25. Propelled between ground speed and area cut for 16 and Windrower Operators Manual for changing 19 FT header sizes ground speed b In tough cutting conditions such as native Example shown At ground speed of 13 mph grasses the disc speed wil need to be 21 km h with a 19 FT header the area cut would increased be approximately 30 acres 12 hectares per hour KM HR 00 16 32 48 64 8 0 97 11 3 12 9 14 5 16 1 17 7 19 3 20 9 22 5 24 1 25 7 16 _ pl m pea I v o lt 9 5 lt I Form 169457 36 Revision B OPERATION 6 10 10 Auger The overshot auger is designed to feed the cut crop from the cutterbar into the conditioner rolls The vertical and fore aft positions of the auger can be adjusted to suit the crop conditions for optimal movement of the crop to minimize wrapping and to keep the cutterbar clear The auger flighting should never contact the pan or stripper bars The auger position has been factory set and should not normally require adjustment For fine stemmed crop the auger performs best when set as close as possible to the pan and stripper bars without rubbing This is especially important in grass and other crops which have a d Loosen auger drive belts C at the left end of tendency to wrap header Refer to Section 7 9 2 Auger Drive Component wear may cause clearances to Belts become excessive resulting in feeding pr
26. SIDES For more crop control in light material lower the deflector C by pushing down on one side of the deflector and then on the other side NOTE Locking handles D are located at either end of the deflector and may be loosened slightly For heavier crops raise the deflector by pulling up on one side and then on the other side NOTE For even windrow formation be sure the deflector is not twisted Tighten handles D to secure deflector position Form 169457 32 6 10 5 3 Baffle The baffle E determines the width and height of the windrow It is located immediately behind and above the conditioning rolls and can be positioned to e Direct the crop flow into the forming shield for narrow and moderate width windrows e Direct crop downward to form a wide swath Adjust the baffle as follows A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine Remove lynch pin from pin F and remove pin from lever G Move lever to middle hole in bracket and re install pin F through lever and bracket Secure with lynch pin NOTE Baffle position may need to be adjusted for proper pin engagement Loosen bolts H and adjust bracket J and baffle as required Tighten bolts H Revision B OPERATION 6 10 6 gt Header Angle Header or cutterbar angle can be varied from 0 8 below hor
27. The decision on forming shield position should be based on the following factors e weather conditions rain sun humidity wind e and yield of crop e drying time available and e method of processing bales green feed silage A wider windrow will generally dry faster and more evenly resulting in less protein loss Fast drying is especially important in areas where the weather allows only a few days to cut BOTH SIDES and bale Refer to Section 6 11 HAYING TIPS for more information a Set forming shield side deflectors to desired width by re positioning adjuster bars in holes Where weather conditions permit or when drying in forming shield cover is not critical for example when cutting for silage or green feed a narrower windrow To ensure windrow placement is centered be preferred for ease of pick up adjust both side deflectors to the same position b If side deflector attachment is too tight or too loose tighten or loosen nut B as required continued next page Form 169457 31 Revision B OPERATION 6 10 5 2 Rear Deflector Fluffer Shield The rear deflector slows the crop exiting the conditioner rolls directs the flow downward and fluffs the material Adjust the deflector as follows A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason child or even a pet could engage an idling machine BOTH
28. Torque pound inches or W inch pounds Temperature degrees Fahrenheit C feet per minute m min Velocity feet per second miles per hour km h 3 3 Weight pounds 5 ounces x 29 5735 milliliters mb 3 cubic inches x 16 3871 cubic centimeters xh ul Volume quarts US US qt x 0 96464 quarts Imperial qt x 1 1365 liters L gallons US US gal x 3 7854 gallons Imperial gal x 4 5460 Form 169457 52 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING NOTE 74 HEADER LIFT CYLINDER LOCKS Fastener is spring loaded and should return to original position b To close lower shield and fastener will self latch Refer to your MacDon Self Propelled Windrower Operator s Manual for details on the header lift cylinder locks 7 5 DRIVESHIELDS A WARNING Do not operate the machine with the driveshields open High speed rotating components may throw debris and could result in death or serious injury To remove the right end cover C on the 16 FT header remove three bolts D and remove cover 19 FT HEADER LEFT END d To open the driveshield E on the 19 FT header remove bolt F and lift shield close lower shield E and install bolt F 19 FT HEADER RIGHT END a To open the driveshield A rotate fastener B 14 turn and lift shield to open position Form 169457 53 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING a To open door unhook latches and lift at fron
29. and remove plug with an 8 mm hex L Key For 19 FT cutterbar remove one plug from both Locations 1 and 2 NOTE 19 FT header has two cutterbars Form 169457 7 fe ll 0 16 FT AND 19 FT h Place a suitably sized container under the cutterbar drain hole Two containers required for 19 FT cutterbar i Remove plug s B with an 8 mm hex L Key and allow sufficient time for lubricant to drain IMPORTANT Do not flush the cutterbar j Replace drain plug s B and tighten k Safely dispose of lubricant 62 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 78 1 2 Filling A DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start up or fall of raised machine stop engine remove key and engage header lift cylinder stops before going under machine for any reason A CAUTION Never start or move the machine until you are sure all bystanders have cleared the area e a Start engine and raise header Stop engine and engage header lift cylinder lock outs b Move higher block to RIGHT end of header and remove used lubricant container NOTE Having the fill end higher allows for quicker filling of cutterbar c Disengage header lift cylinder lock outs f d Start engine and lower header onto blocks Stop engine and remove key A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition g before leaving Operator s seat for any h reason A child or even a pet could eng
30. e Fully lower the header If necessary to service in the raised position always engage header lift cylinder stops e Stop engine and remove key e Engage park brake Wait for all moving parts to stop 7 2 RECOMMENDED SAFETY PROCEDURES e Park on level surface when possible e Block wheels securely if windrower is parked on an incline Follow all recommendations in your Windrower Operator s Manual e Wear close fitting clothing and cover long hair Never wear dangling items such as scarves or bracelets e Wear protective shoes with slip resistant soles a hard hat protective glasses or goggles and heavy gloves Form 169457 47 If more than one person is servicing the machine at the same time be aware that rotating a driveline or other mechanically driven component by hand for example accessing a lube fitting will cause drive components in other areas belts pulleys and disc to move Stay clear of driven components at all times Be prepared if an accident should occur Know where the first aid kit and fire extinguishers are located and how to use them bg 72 so 0 S Keep the service area clean and dry Wet or oily floors are slippery Wet spots can be dangerous when working with electrical equipment Be sure all electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded Use adequate light for the job at hand Replace all shields removed or opened for service Use only service an
31. inside the RH side drive compartment A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine d Remove nuts C securing feed plates D to 6 10 14 1 Installation side of compartment and remove plates a Lower header to the ground shut off engine and e Re install drive shield B with bolts A remove key from ignition A CAUTION Exercise caution when working around the blades Blades are sharp and can cause serious injury Wear gloves when handling blades f Place a block of wood between discs to prevent deflector from turning b Open cutterbar doors continued next page Form 169457 41 Revision B OPERATION Driven Deflector RH End Disc 2 Disc 3 Disc 4 COUNTER CLOCKWISE ROTATION RH DRIVEN DISC Hemove four bolts B and remove driven cage deflector C at RH end of cutterbar Locate feed plate D on the disc ensuring that hole in feed plate registers on disc Position plate approximately as shown and align holes IMPORTANT Feed plate should be located so that when holes are aligned the leading edge of the feed plate D is further from the accelerator E than the trailing edge Re position deflector C and align holes Re install bolts B and tighten to 92 125 N m Form 169457 Driveline Deflector LH End i P LA 4 _ V 4 ll 4
32. of the prevailing winds is also recommended Form 169457 45 6 11 4 Windrow Characteristics lt is recommended that a windrow with the following characteristics be produced Refer to Section 6 10 HEADER OPERATION for instructions on adjusting the header CHARACTERISTIC ADVANTAGE The movement of air through the windrow is more important to the curing process than direct sunlight High and Fluffy Consistent Permits an even flow of Formation Not material into the baler Bunchy chopper etc Results in even and consistent bales to minimize handling and stacking Even Distribution of Material Across Windrow problems Properly Prevents excessive leaf Conditioned damage 6 11 5 Driving On Windrow Driving on previously cut windrows can lengthen drying time by a full day in hay that will not be raked If practical set forming shields for a narrower windrow that can be straddled NOTE Driving on the windrow in high yielding crops may be unavoidable if a full width windrow is necessary 6 11 6 Raking and Tedding a Raking or tedding speeds up drying however the benefits must be weighed against the additional leaf losses which will result There is little or no advantage to raking or tedding if the ground beneath the windrow is dry Large windrows on damp or wet ground should be turned over when they reach 40 50 moisture Hay should not be raked or tedded at less than 25 moisture or excessive yie
33. set too float set too heavy Increase float float 6 10 1 Header dragging on one end header float on both Header angle too steep Reduce header angle 6106 10 6 Crop residue and dirt deposits Excessive Wear Of Cutting cutterbar Clean cutterbar Components Remove mud from cutterbar Mud on cutterbar Do not allow mud to dry on cutterbar Form 169457 90 Revision B TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION SECTION Adjust conditioner drive belt 7 9 1 Belt not in proper groove in pulley Move belt to proper groove Disengage header and stop engine When all moving parts are completely stopped remove foreign object Breakage Of Conditioner Drive Belt Foreign object between rolls See Align pulleys and idler MacDon Dealer Belt pulleys and idlers misaligned Remove mud from cutterbar Mud on cutterbar Do not allow mud to dry on Discs Don t Turn When cutterbar Engaging Header Faulty drive belt Check belt on pulleys Header Slows When Going See Uphill Hydraulic oil level in windrower Add oil to windrower is low reservoir Windrower Operator s Manual Repair replace hydraulic Defective hydraulic motor Header Runs While Unloaded es pump In Repair replace pump But Slows Or Stops When i Starting To Cut Defective relief valve in Repair replace relief valve Reduce ground speed until oil reaches operating 6 10 9 temperature Cold oi
34. stop engine remove key and See table below engage header lift cylinder stops before going under machine for any reason CROP CONDITION DISC RPM a Raise header fully stop engine and remove 2300 2500 key Alfalfa b Engage header lift stops 1600 2000 Sudan Sorghum Tall and Haygrazer Stemmy Timothy 2300 2500 Short Grass Disc speeds are set and adjusted from the cab using system controls without shutting down the windrower Refer to your MacDon Self Propelled Windrower Operator s Manual c Remove lynch pin and remove adjuster pin D from one side of skid shoe E d Hold skid shoe and remove lynch pin and adjuster pin D from other side Position shoe at desired position and re install adjuster pins D Secure with lynch pins e Repeat for skid shoe at opposite end of header Form 169457 35 Revision B OPERATION 6 10 9 Ground Speed A CAUTION Reduce speed when turning crossing slopes or when travelling over rough c In light crops the header speed can be reduced while maintaining ground speed ground NOLE T Operating the header at the minimum disc a Choose a ground speed that allows the cutterbar speed will extend the wear life of cutting and conditioner to cut the crop smoothly and components evenly Try different combinations of header M speed and ground speed to suit your specific d The chart below indicates the relationship crop Refer to your MacDon Self
35. that the blade can be reason child or even pet could engage turned over and reused The twist in each an idling machine blade determines if its cutting direction is clockwise or counter clockwise Form 169457 67 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 6 4 2 Replacement a b C A CAUTION Cutter blades have two cutting edges Exercise caution when working around the blades Blades are sharp and can cause serious injury Wear gloves when handling blades A DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start up or fall of raised machine stop engine remove key and engage lift cylinder lock out valves before going under machine for any reason Raise header fully shut off engine and remove key Engage lift cylinder lock out valves Rotate disc A so that blade B faces forward and lines up with hole C in rock guard Place a block of wood between two discs to prevent disc rotation while loosening blade bolts Clean debris from blade attachment area Form 169457 68 Remove nut D Remove shoulder bolt E through hole C in rock guard to remove blade B Install new or reversed blade B with shoulder bolt E onto disc IMPORTANT Ensure blade is installed correctly to suit rotation of disc Refer to illustrations on previous page Install nut D 135 N m Remove block of wood if used A WARNING Ensure cutterbar is completely clear of for
36. the pulley grooves Install and tension auger drive belts G See 7 9 2 1 Replacing Auger Drive Belts steps g to i Tension conditioner drive belt F as follows 1 Hold nut E and turn adjuster bolt D clockwise until it bottoms out 2 Tighten jam nut C Re install idler arm stop and adjust lock nut J to achieve a 0 08 in 2 0 mm gap between the idler arm and the bolt head 4 Tighten nut A Close driveshield Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 9 2 Auger Drive Belts The auger drive belts are located inside the drive compartment at the lower left end Check the belt tension and inspect for damage or wear every 100 hours or annually preferably before the start of the cutting season A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason child or even a pet could engage an idling machine a Lower header to ground turn off engine and remove key 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE b Open driveshield See Section 7 5 DRIVESHIELDS c Remove four bolts A and remove cover Form 169457 d Check condition of auger drive belts C severely worn or damaged replace them Refer to next section e Tension on each belt should be such that an 8 12 Ibf 35 40 force at mid span deflects the belt 0 16 in 4 mm f necessary adjust belt tension as follows 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE 1 Loosen four bol
37. thrown objects Always keep these curtains down when operating the mower conditioner Replace curtains if they should become worn or damaged Form 169457 14 Revision B OPERATION 6 3 PRE SEASON CHECK Perform the following at the beginning of each operating season A CAUTION 6 4 DAILY START UP CHECK A CAUTION Be sure windrower and header are properly attached all controls are in neutral windrower brake is Review the Operator s Manual to refresh your memory on safety and operating recommendations Review all safety signs and other decals on the header and note hazard areas Be sure all shields and guards are properly installed and secured Never alter or remove safety equipment Be sure you understand and have practiced safe use of all controls Know the capacity and operating characteristics of the machine Check the first aid fire extinguisher Know where they are and how to use them engaged Clear the area of other persons pets etc Keep children away from machinery Walk around the windrower to be sure no one is under on or close to it Wear close fitting clothing protective shoes with slip resistant soles Remove foreign objects from the machine and surrounding area As well carry with you any protective clothing and personal safety devices that COULD be necessary through the a Lubricate machine completely Refer to Section day Don t take chances 7 7 LUBRICAT
38. to the Technical Service Manual for removal and installation procedures 7 11 ELECTRICAL A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine a Use electrical tape and wire clips as required to prevent wires from dragging or rubbing b Keep lights clean and replace defective bulbs 7 11 1 Light Bulb and Lens Replacement a Using a Phillips screwdriver remove screws from fixture and remove plastic lens b Replace bulb and re install plastic lens and screws NOTE See Parts Catalog for Bulb Part Number 83 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 11 2 Light Replacement a Remove four bolts A and nuts and remove lamp assembly B from lamp bracket Disconnect lamp wires from wiring harness at connectors C Connect new lamp wires to wiring harness C Place lamp assembly B on lamp bracket and secure with four bolts A and nuts 7 11 3 Lamp Assembly Replacement Disconnect lamp wires from wiring harness at connectors C Remove four bolts D and remove lamp assembly E from header Place new lamp assembly E on header and secure with four bolts D Connect lamp wires to wiring harness C To replace light bulb 1 Using a Phillips screwdriver remove two screws from fixture and remove plastic lens 2 bulb and re install plastic lens and with screws
39. ION e You may need b Perform all annual maintenance See Section j 7 12 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 3D ESL 2 e ahard hat e protective glasses or goggles e heavy gloves e respirator or filter mask e wet weather gear e Protect against noise Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as ear muffs or ear plugs to protect against Objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises a Check the machine for leaks or any parts that are missing broken or not working correctly NOTE Use proper procedure when searching for pressurized fluid leaks Refer to Section 7 10 HYDRAULICS b Clean all lights and reflective surfaces on the machine Check lights for proper operation c Perform all Daily maintenance Refer to Section 7 12 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Form 169457 15 Revision B OPERATION 6 5 HEADER ATTACHMENT a not installed attach the forming shield to the windrower attach straps C to pins D on windrower 1 Remove the two clevis pins A from forming frame Install washer and hairpin to Secure shield forward end strap Use the middle hole and adjust height to suit the crop A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine 2 Stop engine and remove key BOTH SIDES 6 Set forming shield side deflectors to desired width by re positioning adjuster bars E Use s
40. IONS 71 eere 54 c Dr 61 iere E 5 t 92 Cu ting 34 DAV GREGCK 15 BI ioi 9 Bi u e ezem enn 71 Disc NANG Gus iie ens 64 EIE a 65 MM Nr Senne 35 Bison Q 54 Double Windrow 92 double 0 40 Draining mn 61 Driveline T 73 delecto o 71 MER 45 RO D 45 Electrical CHES and WING S coo esae to npe te qe 83 Form 169457 INDEX 94 Feed 41 Filling eB ni TREES TENUERE 63 EON 26 16 31 del 32 31 Gauge fell 30 Gauge Rollers mM 34 92 Gearbox ONC Morass eon 79 Nep PP 77 GIG AS ING TD 51 55 Ground SP SCO 36 45 Header
41. NTS DISABLE AND KILL e ACCIDENTS COST e ACCIDENTS CAN BE AVOIDED Form 169457 2 2 SIGNAL WORDS Note the use of the signal words DANGER WARNING and CAUTION with safety messages The appropriate signal word for each message has been selected using the following guidelines A DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury A WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury It is also used to alert against unsafe practices A CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It is also used as a reminder of good safety practices 2 3 SAFETY SIGNS e Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times e Replace safety signs that are missing or become illegible e f original parts on which a safety sign was installed are replaced be sure the repair part also bears the current safety sign e Safety signs are available from your MacDon Dealer Parts Department 2 3 1 Safety Sign Installation a sure the installation area is clean and dry b Decide on the exact location before you remove the decal backing paper c Remove the smaller portion of the split backing paper d Place the sign in position and slowly peel back the remaining paper smoothing the sign as it is applied e Small air pockets can be smooth
42. R85 Rotary Disc 16 and 19 Foot Self Propelled Windrower Headers S MANUAL Revision B Part 169457 15 R85 ROTARY DISC 16 FOOT SELF PROPELLED WINDROWER HEADER 1 INTRODUCTION This instructional manual describes the operating and maintenance procedures for the MacDon Model R85 Self Propelled 16 and 19 Foot Rotary Disc Header Your new MacDon rotary header is designed to cut condition and lay windrows in a wide variety of grasses and hay crops CAREFULLY READ ALL THE MATERIAL PROVIDED BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO UNLOAD ASSEMBLE OR USE THE MACHINE Use this manual as your first source of information about the machine If you follow the instructions given in this manual your Mower will work well for many years A Parts Catalog is also supplied with your new header If you require more detailed service information a Service Manual is available from your MacDon Dealer Use the Table of Contents and the Index to guide you to specific areas Study the Table of Contents to familiarize yourself with how the material is organized Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new Operators or Owners Call your MacDon Dealer if you need assistance information or additional copies of this manual Store this Operators Manual and the Parts Catalog with the windrower manuals in the windrower cab storage compartment RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBER OF THE HEADER HERE The Serial Number plate is located on the top
43. REIMOV ERN NU PUDE 40 Tall Grop beed Plates e oett o teo heut oet oe 41 Eee 45 Tension 29 9 Timing EET 30 e 45 lior c 48 MAN SOONG E cT 24 Troubleshooting aie m 90 windrower 88 WIG AGING is m 93 ERR 46 WV CCUG get 45 Windrow Characteristics 45 Revision B
44. SECTION FIRST USE Break In Inspections see Section 7 12 1 on previous page 7 12 1 Check Bevel Gearbox Lubricant Level 7 9 4 amp 7 9 5 100 Check Conditioner Drive Belt Tension 7 9 1 ANNUALLY Check Auger Drive Belts Tension 7 9 2 Check Conditioner Drive Gearbox Lubricant Level 7 9 3 See Section 6 13 STORAGE 6 13 10 HOURS 1 Check Hydraulic Hoses And Lines For Leaks 2 Check Cutter Blades For Security And Condition 3 Check Cage Deflectors For Security And Condition 1 Grease Cutterbar Driveline Bearings 2 Grease Roll Universal Shafts 1 Grease Roll Shaft Bearings 2 Grease Drive Belt Tensioner 3 Grease Gauge Roller Bearings if installed OR DAILY 1 Change Bevel Gearbox Lubricant 2 Change Cutterbar Lubricant Use only specified amount Do not overfill 3 Change Conditioner Drive Gearbox Lubricant IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT ANNUAL MAINTENANCE BE DONE PRIOR TO START OF OPERATING SEASON Form 169457 86 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 12 3 Maintenance Record ACTION Y Check Lubricate A Change E Hour Meter Reading lt Date Serviced By FIRST USE Refer To Section 7 12 1 Break in Inspections 100 HOURS OR ANNUALLY
45. a 19 FT header See Section 7 5 DRIVESHIELDS 16 FT LH SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE c To increase the roll tension loosen jam nut A and turn the spring draw bolt B clockwise to tighten the spring C at each end of the roll d To decrease the roll tension turn the spring draw bolts B counter clockwise to loosen the springs IMPORTANT Turn each bolt equal amounts Each turn of the bolt changes the roll tension by approximately 6 5 29 e Tighten jam nut A after adjusting tension f Close driveshield Form 169457 29 Revision B OPERATION 6 10 4 Roll Timing For proper conditioning the rolls must be properly timed with each steel bar on one roll centered between two bars of the other roll as shown The factory setting should be suitable for most crop conditions IMPORTANT Roll timing is critical when the roll gap is decreased because Conditioning is affected and e The bars may contact each other To check roll timing X proceed as follows A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even pet could engage an idling machine a Lower header fully stop engine and remove key b Open driveshield at LEFT end for a 16 FT header and at RIGHT end for a 19 FT header See Section 7 5 DRIVESHIELDS d 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE 30 Form 169457 C Loosen bolt A and retrieve sheet gauge B fr
46. achine FACTORY INSTALLATION a Disconnect wiring harness A at light b Remove four bolts B and remove light assembly C c Repeat for opposite light assembly d Swap locations of light assemblies lt _ DIRECTION OF TRAVEL ALTERNATE INSTALLATION Form 169457 25 Revision B OPERATION 6 10 HEADER OPERATION Satisfactory operation of the header in all situations requires making proper adjustments to suit various crops and conditions Correct operation reduces crop loss and increases productivity well proper adjustments and timely maintenance will increase the length of service you receive from the machine The variables listed below and detailed on the following pages will affect the performance of the header You will quickly become adept at adjusting the machine to give you the desired results Most of the adjustments have been set at the factory but if desired the settings can be changed to suit crop conditions VARIABLE SECTION Header Float 6 10 1 Roll Gap 6 10 2 Roll Tension 6 10 3 Roll Timing 6 10 4 Forming Shields 6 10 5 Header Angle 6 10 6 Cutting Height 6 10 7 Disc Speed 6 10 8 Ground Speed 6 10 9 Form 169457 26 6 10 1 Header Float Header float springs are normally set so that 95 105 Ibf 426 471 N is required to lift either end of the header just off the ground In rough or stony conditions it may be desirable to maintain a lighter setting to protec
47. afe and proper use Review the manual and all safety related items with all operators annually Be alert for other operators not using recommended v procedures following safety precautions Correct these mistakes immediately before an accident occurs Do not modify the machine Unauthorized modifications may impair the function and or safety and affect machine life The safety information given in this manual does not replace safety codes insurance needs or laws governing your area Be sure your machine meets the standards set by these regulations Ensure that the windrower is properly equipped to safely operate the header Follow all safety and operational instructions given in your windrower Operator s Manual If you do not have a windrower manual get one from your MacDon Dealer and read it thoroughly Never attempt to start the windrower engine or operate the windrower except from the operator s seat Check the operation of all controls in a safe clear area before starting work Do not allow riders on windrower Never start or move the machine until you are sure all bystanders have cleared the area Avoid travelling over loose fill rocks ditches or holes Drive slowly through gates and doorways If cutting ditch banks use extreme caution If the header hits obstruction the front of the windrower will usually swerve towards the ditch When working on inclines travel uphill or do
48. age an idling machine l Form 169457 63 hole A as follows 16FT 4 4 quarts US 4 25 liters 19 FT 2 1 quarts US 2 0 liters cutterbar NOTE See illustrations in previous section for locations of filler holes IMPORTANT Do not overfill the cutterbar Overfilling can cause overheating and damage to or failure of cutterbar will occur Replace the previously removed filler plug s A A WARNING Ensure cutterbar is completely clear of foreign objects These objects can be ejected with considerable force when the machine is started and may result in serious injury or machine damage Close cutterbar doors Start engine and raise header Stop engine and engage header lift cylinder lock outs Remove blocks Revision B 7 8 2 a b C MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Rock Guards The R85 is equipped with a rock guard at each cutting disc location The rock guard prevents the cutterbar from digging into the ground and protects the disc from coming in contact with stones and other debris A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start up or fall of raised machine stop engine remove key and engage header lift cylinder stops before going under machine for any reason A CAUTION Exercise caution when
49. ame hole location on both sides 7 Adjust fluffer shield F to middle position 3 Position forming shield under the windrower Loosen handles if required frame 4 Locate forming shield onto spacers B on windrower legs and secure with clevis pins A and lynch pin Form 169457 16 Revision B OPERATION Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine a Move windrower left side platform to open position b Route the hose bundle A from the header under the windrower frame and insert pin on hose support B into hole in windrower frame C Position hoses on support stand C Form 169457 17 If optional couplers and lock are installed on hoses and lines proceed as follows Otherwise proceed to step e 1 If installed remove coupler lock as follows Remove lynch pin D and open up coupler lock E Remove lock from coupler 2 Position hose couplers against mating couplers on windrower and screw sleeves F onto mating receptacles 3 Hand tighten both coupler sleeves F 4 Locate lock onto couplers so that retainer G locates on fitting adjacent to the sleeve on each coupler Retainer can be adjusted by loosening bolts H Tighten bolts after adjusting continued next page Revision B OPERATION g Connect electrical harness to receptacle G loca
50. ar area and support deflector against frame Install four bolts D but do not tighten Install belts G onto pulley H Tighten nut F to tension belts so that each belt deflects 0 12 in 8 mm when a force of 51 Ibf 22 is applied at mid span Tighten four bolts D and jam nut E Close driveshield and cutterbar doors Replacing Driveline Deflector 19 FT BOTH SIDES Refer to the Technical Services Manual or your MacDon Dealer Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 79 DRIVES c Check condition of belt A 7 9 1 Conditioner Drive Belt The conditioner drive belt is located inside the drive compartment at the left end of the header and is tensioned with a spring tensioner The tension is factory set so should not require adjusting Check the belt tension and inspect for damage or wear every 100 hours or annually preferably before the start of the cutting season A DANGER 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE d Check that adjuster bolt B is tight and that it is fully turned in Springs C will generally be set to maximum tension and adjustment will not be required Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine However if adjustment is necessary adjust a Lower header to ground turn off engine and tension as follows remove key 1 Loosen jam nut D 2 Hold nut E and tur
51. ator or filter mask e hearing protection Be aware that prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing Wearing a suitable hearing protective device such as ear muffs A or ear plugs B protects against objectionable or loud noises Form 169457 Provide a first aid kit for use in case of emergencies Keep a fire extinguisher on the machine Be sure the extinguisher is properly maintained and be familiar with its proper use Keep young children away from machinery at all times Be aware that accidents often happen when the operator is tired or in a hurry to get finished Take the time to consider the safest way Never ighore warning signs of fatigue Wear close fitting clothing and cover long hair Never wear dangling items such as scarves or bracelets Keep hands feet clothing and hair away from moving parts Never attempt to clear obstructions or objects from a machine while the engine is running Keep all shields in place Never alter or remove safety equipment Make sure driveline guards can rotate independently of the shaft and can telescope freely Use only service and repair parts made or approved by equipment manufacturer Substituted parts may not meet strength design or safety requirements continued next page Revision B SAFETY not modify the machine Unauthorized modifications may impair the function and or safety and affect machine lif
52. be Swivel mE 5 14 16 1 4 1 2 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 4 1 2 1 3 1 2 Torque values and angles shown are based on lubricated connection as in re assembly Always default to the torque value for evaluation of adequate torque Orring face seal type end not defined for this tube size Form 169457 50 Check components to ensure that the sealing surfaces and fitting threads are free of burrs nicks and scratches or any foreign material Apply lubricant typically Petroleum Jelly to O ring and threads If O ring is not already installed install O ring Align the tube or hose assembly Ensure that flat face of the mating flange comes in full contact with O ring Thread tube or hose nut until hand tight The nut should turn freely until it is bottomed out Torque the fitting further to the specified number of F F F T Flats From Finger Tight or to a given torque value in the table shown in the opposite column NOTE If available always hold the hex on the fitting body to prevent unwanted rotation of fitting body and hose when tightening the fitting nut When assembling unions or two hoses together three wrenches will be required Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 3 2 Recommended Lubricants e Your machine can operate at top efficiency only if clean lubricants are used Use clean containers to handle lubricants e Store in an area protected from dust moisture
53. chine is started and may result in serious injury or machine damage f Remove block of wood if used g Close doors Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 8 3 2 Disc Removal Installation 19 FT A CAUTION Exercise caution when working around the blades Blades are sharp and can cause serious injury Wear gloves when handling blades a Open cutterbar doors b Place a block of wood between two discs to prevent disc rotation while loosening blade bolts c Replacing a disc 1 Remove four bolts A on disc cover B and remove cover and disc C 2 Position new disc C on spindle ensuring it Remove four bolts F and remove plate G and disc H Position new disc on spindle ensuring it is 90 degrees to adjacent disc Place plate G onto disc and install four bolts F Torque bolts to 92 ft Ibf 125 N m Place deflector E onto plate and install four bolts and nuts Torque bolts D to 92 ft Ibf 125 N m is 90 degrees to the adjacent discs Install cover B and secure with four bolts A Tighten bolts to 92 ft Ibf 125 Replacing disc under driven deflector Remove four bolts D and remove deflector E Form 169457 A WARNING Ensure cutterbar is completely clear of foreign objects These objects can be ejected with considerable force when the machine is started and may result in serious injury or machine damage e Remove block of wood if u
54. d repair parts made or approved by equipment manufacturer Substituted parts may not meet strength design safety requirements Keep the machine clean Never use gasoline naphtha volatile material for cleaning purposes These materials be toxic and or flammable Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 3 MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS 7 3 1 2 Metric Bolts 7 3 1 Recommended Torques e Tighten all bolts to the torques specified in chart unless otherwise noted throughout this manual e Check tightness of bolts periodically using bolt torque chart as a guide e Replace hardware with the same strength bolt e Torque figures are valid for non greased or non oiled threads and heads unless otherwise specified Do not grease or oil bolts or capscrews unless specified in this manual When using locking elements increase torque values by 5 M Torque categories for bolts and capscrews are identified by their head markings 70 95 78 1 640 867 890 Torque categories for bolts and capscrews are identified by their head markings Form 169457 48 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 3 1 3 Type Hydraulic Fittings FLARESEAT a Check flare and flare seat for defects that might cause leakage Align tube with fitting before tightening c Lubricate connection and hand tighten swivel nut until snug d To prevent twistin
55. e e Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine bg ___ e Keep the area used for servicing machinery clean and dry Wet or oily floors are slippery Wet spots can be dangerous when working with electrical equipment Be sure all electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded Use adequate light for the job at hand e Keep machinery clean Do not allow oil or grease to accumulate on service platforms ladders or controls Clean machines before storage e Never use gasoline naphtha or any volatile material for cleaning purposes These materials may be toxic and or flammable e When storing machinery cover sharp or extending components to prevent injury from accidental contact Form 169457 8 Revision B GENERAL 3 DEFINITIONS Center link A hydraulic cylinder or turnbuckle type link between the header and the machine that tilts the header Windrower operation with the operator and engine facing in the direction of Engine Forward aval Self Propelled Windrower Self propelled machine consisting of a power unit with a header and conditioner Sickle or Knife A cutting device which uses a reciprocating cutter A four wheel highway road vehicle weighing no less than 7500 Ib 3400 kg Power unit of a self propelled auger header Form 169457 9 Revision B GENERAL 4 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
56. e leaving Operator s seat for any reason child or even a pet could engage an idling machine A CAUTION Exercise caution when working around the blades Blades are sharp and can cause serious injury Wear gloves when handling blades 7 8 1 1 Draining a Park the machine on level ground raise header fully stop engine and remove key A DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start up or fall of raised machine stop engine remove key and engage header lift cylinder stops before going under machine for any reason b Engage header lift cylinder locks c Place blocks of different heights under each end of the header Form 169457 NOTE The block under the left end of the header should be higher than the right end d Disengage the header lift cylinder locks start windrower and lower header onto blocks Shutdown windrower and remove key e Open cutterbar doors f Locate one of the filler plugs along the top of the cutterbar The 16 FT header has three plugs and the 19 FT header has four two per side Refer to illustration for exact locations of plugs NOTE Rotate disc to expose filler if necessary continued next page 61 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 42 za E a p x 4 sia 17 4 mmen g Clean around either filler A
57. eck discs for damage or loose fasteners Replace damaged discs Refer to following section depending on your R85 model Replace damaged fasteners Tighten loose fasteners Close cutterbar doors Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 8 3 1 Disc Removal Installation 16 FT A CAUTION Exercise caution when working around the blades Blades are sharp and can cause serious injury Wear gloves when handling blades a Open cutterbar doors b Place a block of wood between two discs to prevent disc rotation while loosening blade bolts c Replacing a disc 1 Remove four bolts A on disc cover B and remove cover and disc C 2 Position new disc C on spindle ensuring it is 90 degrees to the adjacent discs Install cover B and secure with four bolts A Tighten bolts to 92 ft lbf 125 N m d Replacing disc under driven cage deflector 1 Remove four bolts D 2 Remove cover E deflector F and disc G 3 Position new disc G on spindle ensuring it is 90 degrees to adjacent discs 4 Position deflector F on spindle so that it clears accelerators H 5 Install cover E and secure with four bolts D Tighten bolts to 92 ft lbf 125 N m Form 169457 65 e Replacing the driveline disc Refer to the Technical Service Manual A WARNING Ensure cutterbar is completely clear of foreign objects These objects can be ejected with considerable force when the ma
58. ed and may result in serious injury or machine damage Close cutterbar doors Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 8 6 Deflectors The deflectors are designed to deliver the cut material from the ends of the cutterbar into the auger and to assist in maintaining an even flow of crop into the conditioner They should be checked daily for damage and wear A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason child or even a pet could engage an idling machine a Lower header to ground shut off engine and remove key 4 2 r a Lid E 19 FT BOTH SIDES c Check that deflectors are not damaged or bent by rocks and for loose fasteners d Replace deflectors if they are severely damaged or worn See next section for your R85 model Do not repair Form 169457 e Tighten loose fasteners f Close cutterbar doors 7 8 6 1 Deflector Removal installation 16 FT a Open cutterbar doors b Replacing driven deflector 1 Place a block of wood between two discs to prevent deflector from turning N Remove four bolts A Remove cover B and deflector C 4 Position new deflector C on spindle so that it clears accelerators D 5 Install cover B and secure with four bolts A 6 Tighten bolts to 92 ft Ibf 125 c Replacing driveline deflector 16 FT BOTH SIDES
59. ed it can be easily adjusted or replaced Pancer Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine 7 9 6 1 Adjustment 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE a Lower header to ground turn off engine and remove key c Check that gap between pulley and sensor C is 0 08 in 2 mm If necessary adjust as follows 1 Loosen bolts D and move mounting bracket E to adjust gap to required dimension 2 Tighten bolts D 7 9 6 2 Replacement a Remove bolts A and remove shield B b Open cutterbar door at right end of 19 FT header left end of 16 FT header 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE b Remove bolts A and remove cover B 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE c Remove four bolts F and remove shield G at end of cutterbar continued next page Form 169457 81 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSIT d Unplug sensor wire connector H e Remove two bolts J securing sensor bracket K to frame and remove bracket with sensor f Cut plastic tie securing sensor wire to bracket g Remove nut and bolt M securing sensor C to bracket and remove sensor h Install new sensor C onto bracket with bolt M and nut i Secure sensor wire to bracket with plastic tie L j Install bracket onto frame with bolts J Check that gap between sen
60. ed out or pricked with a pin Revision B SAFETY 2 3 2 Safety Sign Locations DANGER STAY CLEAR ROTATING BLADES Contact with blades or thrown objects can result in serious injury or death Do not stand on or near machine when in operation Do not operate with covers or curtains open or removed Shut off tractor and remove key before opening covers To avoid injury or death from improper or unsafe machine operation 1 Read the Operator s Manual and follow all safety instructions If you do not have a manual obtain one from your dealer Do not allow untrained persons to operate the machine En Review safety instructions with all operators annually Ensure that all safety signs are installed and legible Make certain everyone is clear of machine before starting engine and during operation Keep riders off the machina Keep all shields in place and stay clear of moving parts Disengage header drive put transmission in neutral and wait Tor all movement to stop before leaving operator s position 8 Shut off engine and remove key from ignition before servicing adjusting lubricating cleaning or unplugging machina 10 Engage locks to prevent lowering of header or reel before servicing in tha raised position 11 Use slow moving vehicle emblem and flashing warning lights when operating on roadways unless prohibited by kaw 109843 To avoid injury stop engine before opening p
61. eign objects These objects can be ejected with considerable force when the machine is started and may result in serious injury or machine damage Tighten nut to 100 Close doors Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 78 4 3 Cutter Blade Hardware Check blade attachment hardware each time blades are changed Refer to previous section for hardware replacement procedure a Check bolts for wear or damage and replace bolt if 1 Bolt has been removed and installed five times oO 2 Head is worn flush with bearing surface of blade O C2 3 mm 3 Diameter of bolt neck is worn out of specification 4 Boltis cracked 5 is visibly distorted Form 169457 69 Check nuts for wear or damage and replace nut if Worn height is less than half total height Nut is cracked Nut has been removed and installed five times Revision B 7 8 5 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Accelerators Two accelerators are mounted on each disc and are designed to quickly move the cut material off the disc and into the auger and conditioner They are replaceable and should be periodically inspected for damage and loose or missing fasteners A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even pet could engage an idling machine Raise header fully stop engine and remove key Engage header lift cylinder locks
62. en nuts A and legumes is usually indicated when 90 of the slide cover B upwards to expose observation stems show cracking but no more than 5 of hole the leaves are damaged Set enough roll gap to achieve this result A larger gap up to 1 inch 25 mm may be desirable in thick stemmed cane type crops However too large a gap may cause feeding problems Grass type crops may require less gap for proper feeding and conditioning IMPORTANT If settings below the factory setting are used it is recommended that the actual gap be visually checked To check roll gap proceed as follows A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine a Lower header fully b Stop engine and remove key 3 n RHEND e Check the gap at each end of the rolls to verify setting and adjust as necessary IMPORTANT Roll timing is critical when the roll gap is decreased because e Conditioning is affected and c Open driveshield at LEFT end of header for a 16 e The bars may contact each other FT header and at RIGHT end for a 19 FT Refer to Section 6 10 4 Roll Timing header See Section 7 5 DRIVESHIELDS f Re position covers B and tighten nuts A g Close driveshield Form 169457 27 Revision B OPERATION 6 10 2 1 Roll Gap Adjustment a Lower header fully A DANGER S
63. er disc speed 6 10 8 Disengage header and stop engine When all moving Foreign object on cutterbar parts are completely stopped 6 12 remove foreign object Ground speed too slow Increase ground speed 6 10 9 Ground speed too fast ground speed oed too large for proper 6 10 2 IECIT Baffle set too low Disengage header and stop engine When all moving parts are completely stopped remove foreign object Adjust belt tension Auger belt slipping Decrease header angle to Cutting height too low raise cutting height 6 10 6 Rolls improperly timed Adjust roll timing 6 10 4 Cutting Height Varies From One Side To The Other Float not properly balanced Adjust header float 6 10 1 Form 169457 guards Strips Of Uncut Crop Left On Field Conditioner Rolls Plugging Foreign object between rolls 88 Conditioner belt slipping TROUBLESHOOTING Header float too light causing Adjust to heavier float setting 6 10 1 Excessive ground speed Reduce ground speed 6 10 9 Ragged Or Uneven Cutting Of Crop Header angle too flat for guards to pick up down crop Increase header angle 6 10 6 Adjust header angle to cut Rear deflector bypassing or Adjust rear deflector for 61052 dragging crop proper crop control Forming shields improperly adjusted Adjust forming shields 6 10 5 Uneven Formation And Bunching Of Windrow Roll gap too large gap too Roll gap t
64. g the tube s use two wrenches Place one wrench on the connector body and with the second tighten the swivel nut to the torque shown RECOMMENDED TURNS TO TIGHTEN AFTER FINGER TIGHTENING Ems 38 9 16 4 8 The torque values shown are based on lubricated connections as in re assembly 49 Form 169457 7 3 1 4 O Ring Boss ORB Fittings FITTING ___ LOCKNUT WASHER O RING GROOVE SEAT a Inspect O ring and seat for dirt or obvious defects Ms ISS b On angle fittings back off the lock nut until washer A bottoms out at top of groove B in fitting c Hand tighten fitting until back up washer A or washer face if a straight fitting bottoms on part face C and O ring is seated d Position angle fittings by unscrewing no more than one turn e Tighten straight fittings to torque shown f Tighten angle fittings to torque shown in the following table while holding body of fitting with a wrench RECOMMENDED TURNS TO TIGHTEN AFTER FINGER TIGHTENING 3 8 7 16 m Pane _ 5 8 7 8 1 EN 2 1 8 ES The torque values shown are based on lubricated connections as in re assembly Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 3 1 5 O Ring Face Seal ORFS Hydraulic Fittings Brazed Sleeve Two Piece 4 RECOMMENDED TURNS TO TIGHTEN AFTER FINGER TIGHTENING Tu
65. ible makes for the quickest curing The cured hay should be baled as soon as possible 6 11 2 Topsoil Moisture a On wet soil the general rule of wide and thin does not apply A narrower windrow will dry faster than hay left flat on wet ground When the ground is wetter than the hay moisture from the soil is absorbed by the hay above it Determine topsoil moisture level before cutting Use a moisture tester or estimate level LEVEL MOISTURE CONDITION 25 45 Shows Footprints Under 25 Surface is Dusty If ground is wet due to irrigation wait until soil moisture drops below 45 If ground is wet due to frequent rains cut when weather allows and let the forage lie on wet ground until it dries to the moisture level of the ground The cut hay will dry no more until the ground under it dries so consider moving the windrow to drier ground 6 11 3 Weather and Topography a b Cut as much hay as possible by midday when drying conditions are best Fields sloping south get up to 10096 more exposure to the sun s heat than do north sloping fields If hay is baled and chopped consider baling the south facing fields and chopping those facing north When relative humidity is high the evaporation rate is low and hay dries slower If there is no wind saturated air becomes trapped around the windrow Raking or tedding will expose the hay to fresher less saturated air Cutting hay perpendicular to the direction
66. id shoes gauge rollers and increasing header angle allows the crop to be shaved To minimize damage to cutterbar components scooping soil or soil build up at the cutterbar in damp conditions header float should be set as light as possible without causing excessive bouncing When the float setting is light it may be necessary to use a slower ground speed to avoid excessive bouncing and leaving a ragged Cut Form 169457 6 10 7 1 Gauge Roller Height Adjustment A DANGER To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start up or fall of raised machine stop engine remove key and engage header lift cylinder stops before going under machine for any reason Raise header fully stop engine and remove key Engage header lift cylinder stops Remove lynch pin and remove adjuster pin A from one side of roller Hold roller and remove lynch pin and adjuster pin A from other side Position roller at desired position and re install adjuster pins A Secure with lynch pins Repeat for roller at opposite end of header Adjust mud bar B by loosening nuts C and then re tighten to maintain minimum clearance between mud bar and roller Revision B OPERATION 6 10 7 2 Skid Shoe Height Adjustment 6 10 8 Disc Speed The disc header can be used to cut a variety of A DANGER crops and for the best cutting results a range of disc speeds is recommended for each type of unexpected start up or fall of raised machine
67. il Should Slightly GEARBOX OIL LEVEL CHECK WITH HEADER FULLY RAISED 19 FT HEADER BREATHER ELBOW Oil Should Slightly TC GEARBOX OIL LEVEL BOTH SIDES CHECK WITH TOP OF HEADER HORIZONTAL 59 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 7 4 Sealed Bearing Installation a Clean shaft and coat with rust preventative b Install flangette A bearing B second flangette C and lock collar D NOTE The locking cam is only on one side of the bearing c Install but do not tighten the flangette bolts E d When the shaft is correctly located lock the lock collar with a punch NOTE The collar should be locked in the same direction the shaft rotates Tighten the set screw in the collar e Tighten the flangette bolts f Loosen the flangette bolts on the mating bearing one turn and re tighten This will allow the bearing to line up Form 169457 60 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 8 CUTTERBAR 7 8 1 Cutter Bar Lubrication The lubricant level in the cutterbar cannot be If in doubt as to the quantity of lubricant in the cutterbar do not add lubricant Drain the cutterbar and refill with new clean checked lubricant as follows IMPORTANT Drain the cutterbar when the lubricant is warm If the lubricant is cold idle the machine for about 10 minutes prior to draining A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition befor
68. ittings on valve block d Install plugs and caps on open windrower lines and header hoses e Raise and unlock lever A f Release three cinch straps E supporting hose bundle D and re route hose bundle from support to header Form 169457 23 Disconnect hoses C and electrical harness F and pull bundle out of support H p ur Route hoses C back to windrower and position above existing hose support as shown Lower lever A and lock it into bracket Connect electrical plug to cover B Move windrower platform to closed position Detach header from windrower Refer to your MacDon Self Propelled Windrower Operator s Manual Revision B OPERATION 6 9 TRANSPORTING HEADER Refer to your MacDon Self Propelled Windrower 6 7 BREAK IN PERIOD a After attaching header to windrower for the first time operate the machine slowly for 5 minutes watching and listening carefully FROM THE WINDROWER SEAT for binding or interfering parts NOTE Until you become familiar with the sound and feel of your new header be extra alert Operators Manual for transporting headers when attached to the windrower IMPORTANT Lights are factory assembled to meet road travel lighting requirements with windrower in ENGINE FORWARD transport mode If transporting header with header forward light assemblies must be reversed as shown below and attentive A WARNING Before investigating a
69. izontal Choose an angle that maximizes performance for your crop and field conditions A flatter angle provides better clearance in stony conditions while a steeper angle is required in down crops for better lifting action The header angle can be hydraulically adjusted from the windrower cab using hydraulic cylinder without shutting down the windrower Refer to your MacDon Self Propelled Windrower Operator s Manual Form 169457 33 Revision B OPERATION 6 10 7 Cutting Height Cutting height is determined by a combination of the angle of the cutterbar header and the roller gauge or skid shoe settings Cutting height should be adjusted for optimum cutting performance without allowing excessive build up of mud and soil inside the header that can lead to poor crop flow and increased wear on cutting components Choose an angle that maximizes performance for your crop and field conditions Refer to Section 6 10 6 Header Angle Optional adjustable gauge rollers or skid shoes are available to also provide different cutting heights See the following sections 6 10 7 1 Gauge Roller Height Adjustment and 6 10 7 2 Skid Shoe Height Adjustment for additional information e Lowering the skid shoes gauge rollers or decreasing header angle increases the cutting height This may be desirable in stony conditions to reduce damage to cutting components Also a longer stubble length helps material dry faster e Raising the sk
70. l in hydraulic drive system Form 169457 91 Revision B OPTIONS 9 OPTIONS AND 9 3 TALL CROP DIVIDER KIT ATTACHMENTS 9 1 GAUGE ROLLER KIT The tall crop dividers attach to the ends of the header for clean crop dividing and cutterbar entry in tall crops The kit includes left and right dividers and attachment hardware The gauge roller kit installs at either end of 9 4 CUTTERBAR REPAIR TOOL KIT the cutterbar and the rollers can be adjusted for varying cutting height The kit includes two roller assemblies attachment hardware and installation instructions 9 2 SKID SHOE KIT The cutterbar repair tool kit contains the necessary tools for replacement of the cutterbar idler gears Refer to the Technical Service Manual for instructions 9 5 DOUBLE WINDROW ATTACHMENT n The skid shoe kit installs at either end of the cutterbar The shoes can be adjusted for varying cutting height The kit includes two skid shoe assemblies attachment hardware and installation instructions The double windrow attachment DWA can be attached to the M Series Windrower to enable double windrowing The kit includes all the necessary fittings and installation and operating instructions Form 169457 92 Revision B UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY 10 UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY Refer to R85 Rotary Disc Self Propelled Windrower Header Unloading and Assembly Instructions Form 169488 and the yellow Pre Delivery Checklist that are inc
71. ld losses will result 6 11 7 Chemical Drying Agents a Hay drying agents work by removing wax from legume surfaces enabling water to escape and evaporate faster However treated hay lying on wet ground will also absorb ground moisture faster Before deciding to use a drying agent costs and benefits relative to your area should be carefully compared Revision B OPERATION 6 12 UNPLUGGING THE HEADER A DANGER Stop windrower engine and remove key before removing plugged material from header A child or even a pet could engage the drive a Stop forward movement of the windrower and disengage the header b Run the header backwards with the header reverse controls in the windrower cab to clear the plug If plug does not clear proceed to step c Raise header fully shut off engine remove key d Engage header lift cylinder locks A WARNING Wear heavy gloves when working around cutterbar e Open cutterbar doors and clean off cutterbar by hand Form 169457 6 13 STORAGE Do the following at the end of each operating season a Clean the windrower thoroughly A CAUTION Never use gasoline naphtha or any volatile material for cleaning purposes These materials may be toxic and or flammable b Store in a dry protected place if possible If stored outside always cover windrower with a waterproof canvas or other protective material c Raise header and engage header lift cylinder
72. lock outs d If possible block up the windrower to take weight off tires e Hepaint all worn or chipped painted surfaces to prevent rust f Loosen drive belts g Lubricate the header thoroughly leaving excess grease on fittings to keep moisture out of bearings Apply grease to exposed threads cylinder rods and sliding surfaces of components cutterbar components to prevent rust h Check for worn components and repair as necessary i Check for broken components and order replacements from your MacDon Dealer Attention to these items right away will save time and effort at beginning of next season Replace or tighten any missing or loose hardware Refer to Section 7 3 1 Recommended Torques k Remove tall crop dividers if equipped to reduce space required for inside storage 46 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING The following instructions are provided to assist the Operator in the use of the disc header Detailed maintenance service and parts information are contained in the Technical Service Manual and Parts Catalog that are available from your MacDon Dealer Log hours of operation and use the Maintenance Checklist provided to keep a record of scheduled maintenance Refer to Section 7 12 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 7 1 PREPARATION FOR SERVICING A CAUTION To avoid personal injury before servicing header or opening drive covers perform the following
73. luded with your shipment Form 169457 93 Revision B e uasa 9 fae 70 EH 9 ntis 93 Altacbtmehls dde cato dicant E 92 TI TET 37 E EE ER PEE 32 Bearing sealed installation zen ta E or tite d ceed 60 Belts auger ONIN CM 75 conditioner drive Pete E 73 Bevel 79 CHANGIN rM 79 80 speed Senso 81 Cp 48 Break in 85 Break In Period 24 Cage 71 51 Component 10 Conditioner dive Del uou aci tod eo estas 73 diivelinNe a 73 77 gt E AE eee eee 27 mew P H 29 30 C ea ENE 54 C tter Blade Szinai oo tee Bunt 67 hardware damage 2 69 NASD CCTM E 67 replacement de Mood 68 Cutterbar GENSC
74. n adjuster bolt B clockwise until it bottoms out 3 Tighten jam nut D 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE b Open driveshield See Section 7 5 DRIVESHIELDS 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE 4 Check gap at idler arm stop If necessary adjust bolt F to achieve a 0 08 in 2 0 mm gap between bolt and idler arm NOTE Idler arm stop F maintains belt tension when header drive is reversed Maintain required gap e Close driveshield 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE Form 169457 73 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 9 1 1 Replacing Conditioner Drive Belt A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine a Lower header to ground turn off engine and remove key 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE b Open driveshield See 7 5 DRIVESHIELDS c Release tension on conditioner drive belt as follows 5 Loosen nut A on idler arm stop bolt B and remove stop Form 169457 14 ac SN SU 16 SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE 6 Loosen jam nut C on adjuster bolt D 7 Hold nut E and turn adjuster bolt D to release tension on conditioner drive belt F Remove auger drive belts G See 7 9 2 1 Replacing Auger Drive Belts steps c to f Remove conditioner drive belt F Install new conditioner drive belt F onto pulleys ensuring it is in
75. n unusual sound or attempting to correct a problem shut off windrower engage parking brake and remove key b Perform the items specified in 7 12 1 Break in Inspections 6 8 SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE A CAUTION Before leaving the windrower seat for any reason ENGINE FORWARD Ensure the reflector assemblies are properly orientated to suit the mode of transporting the header The amber deflector must face the direction on travel e Park on level ground if possible e Lower the header fully Place ground speed control N DETENT e Stop engine and remove key from ignition e Wait for all movement to stop CAB FORWARD Refer to the following section for procedures on changing the reflector orientation Form 169457 24 Revision B OPERATION e Re install light assemblies so that amber 6 9 1 LIGHTS reflector faces in opposite direction from original The transport lights which are mounted on both installation ends of the header are activated by switches in f Re install bolts B and connect light to wiring the M Series Windrower cab See your harness A Windrower Operators Manual on when to use them The reflectors can be reversed depending on the direction of travel The amber deflector must face the direction of travel Change as follows A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling m
76. oblems e Loosen three nuts D and uneven windrows f To adjust vertical position loosen upper nuts on adjuster bolts E Hold lower nut and turn 6 10 10 1 Auger Adjustment adjuster bolts E to set auger vertical position If necessary adjust the auger position as from bottom of pan follows g To adjust fore aft position loosen aft nut on adjuster bolt F Hold forward nut and turn A DANGER adjuster bolt F to set auger so that it clears the back of the pan Stop engine and remove key from ignition h Tighten the three nuts D and then the jam before Operators seat for any nuts on adjuster bolts E and F reason A child or even a pet could engage i Repeat above steps to h at opposite end of an idling machine auger a Raise header to full height shutdown windrower and remove key b Engage windrower lift cylinder locks j To adjust the center support loosen bolts C Adjust auger support fore or aft and vertical position as required Tighten bolts 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE Check clearance to stripper bars Tighten auger drive belts C Refer to Section 7 9 2 Auger Drive Belts c Remove four bolts A and remove shield B Form 169457 37 Revision B OPERATION 6 10 11 Stripper Bars 6 10 11 1 Stripper Bar Adjustment 16 FT If necessary adjust as follows A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Opera
77. ocated inside the right hand drive compartment powers the hay conditioner the overshot auger and the second cutterbar If repairs to the gearboxes are required they should be removed and serviced at your Dealer See your MacDon Dealer or Technical Service Manual The only regular servicing required is maintaining the lubricant level and changing the lubricant according the intervals specified in this manual See Section 7 12 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Adding Lubricant A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine a The header should be level Form 169457 80 LEFT SHIELD Open driveshields See Section 7 5 DRIVESHIELDS 4 JI N Y EUN hi RH SHOWN LH OPPOSITE Remove elbow breather assembly If oil runs out there is sufficient lubricant in the gearbox If required add Traxon E Synthetic 75W90 gear lubricant to gearbox through port Lubricant should slightly run out of port when at the proper level Replace elbow breather assembly and tighten Close driveshields Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 9 6 Header Drive Speed Sensor The header drive speed sensor monitors the rotational speed of the auger pulley and sends a signal to the systems monitor in the Operator s station to display disc speed It does not require regular maintenance lf it malfunctions or is damag
78. om flanged frame member START POSITION d From the rear of the header locate gauge B at centre of rolls as shown and manually turn rolls to limits of gauge Rolls will engage the gauge if timing is correct 6 10 4 1 Roll Timing Adjustment Adjust roll timing if necessary as follows 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE a Loosen four bolts C in slots of yoke plate on upper roll universal shaft b Position gauge at centre of rolls and manually turn the rolls to engage the gauge The rolls will automatically adjust to the correct timing c Tighten bolts C to secure the position d Turn the rolls manually to release gauge A CAUTION To ensure gauge is not forcibly ejected from rolls when machine is started ensure gauge is securely re attached to frame e Store gauge B on frame member under the flange with bolt A and nut Revision B OPERATION The position of the side forming shields controls A WARNING the width and placement of the windrow Keep everyone several hundred feet away from your operation Ensure bystanders A DANGER are never in line with the front or rear of the Stop engine and remove key from ignition machine Stones or other foreign objects before leaving Operator s seat for any can be ejected from either end with force reason A child or even a pet could engage The position of the forming shields controls the an idling machine width and placement of the windrow
79. oo large Adjust roll gap Adjust roll gap gap 6402 10 2 Auger belts slipping Replace belts Maintain rated header speed see Windrower Operator s Uneven Windrow Formation In Light Crop Uneven feeding Reduce header speed Manual Plugging Behind End Cage _ Not cutting full header width Cut full header width Deflectors Ground speed too slow Increase ground speed 6 10 9 Ground speed too fast Reduce ground speed Replace blades or turn Not Cutting Short Enough In Broken bent or dull blades 7 8 4 2 Down Crop Adjust header angle to lower cutting height if field 6 10 6 conditions allow Cutting height too high Material Being Pulled Out By Roots When Cutting Tall Crop Leaning Into Machine Crop in conditioner rolls before crop Is cut Increase roll gap 6 10 2 Insufficient roll roll Insufficient roll Check roll timing and adjust Roll timing off if necessary 6 10 4 is bunched in windrow is is bunched in windrow In windrow Adjust forming shields baffle forming Adjust forming shields baffle 8 10 5 Slow Crop Drying R olls not crimping crop sufficiently Decrease roll gap Excessive crimping Increase roll gap Excessive Drying Or Bleaching Of Crop Crop is spread too wide in windrow Adjust forming shields 6 10 5 Poorly Formed Or Bunchy Forming shields not properly Windrows adjusted Form
80. ower drive system shield Keep all shields in place 32738 DO NOT GO NEAR LEAKS High pressure oll panctures Ekin causing serious injury gangrene er death injured geek emergency medical help Immedinte surgery required to remove eal J Da use finger or skin ta check far leal Lower load relieve hydraulic pressure before loosening Fittings _ 134070 Stop engine and remove key before opening shield Keep all shields and guards serviced and in place Failure to comply will result in death or serious injury 170281 169457 5 Revision B Safety Sign Locations cont d Form 169457 SAFETY DANGER SHIELD MISSING DO NOT OPERATE 42208 1 PLC BOTH SIDES 11142909 GUARD MISSING DO NOT OPERATE GUARD MISSING DO NOT OPERATE A DANGER 1 PLC 36651 Revision B SAFETY 2 4 GENERAL SAFETY A CAUTION The following are general farm safety precautions that should be part of your operating procedure for all types of machinery e Protect yourself e When assembling operating and servicing machinery wear all the protective clothing and personal safety devices that COULD be necessary for the job at hand Don t take chances e You may need COR ahard hat protective shoes with slip resistant soles protective glasses or goggles heavy gloves wet weather gear respir
81. sed f Close doors g Replacing driveline disc Refer to Technical Service Manual 66 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING a Check daily that the cutter blades are securely 7 8 4 Cutter Blades attached to the disc BLADE WEAR TO CENTERLINE ELONGATED HOLE Each disc has two cutter blades attached to either end These blades are free to swivel b Check blades for cracks or wear beyond safe horizontally on a specially designed shoulder operating limits and distortion bolt c Replace blades immediately if any of these The blade with its two cutting edges can be flipped over so that the blade doesn t need to be replaced as often The blades are not repairable and must be replaced if severely damaged or worn IMPORTANT Always use factory replacement parts 7 8 41 Inspection A CAUTION Cutter blades have two cutting edges Exercise caution when working around the blades Blades are sharp and can cause serious injury Wear gloves when handling blades CAUTION Damaged blades may damage the cutterbar and result in poor cutting COUNTER CLOCKWISE DISC performance Replace damaged blades at IMPORTANT earliest possible opportunity Blades should be replaced in pairs otherwise the disc may be unbalanced DANGER and damage the cutterbar IMPORTANT Stop engine and remove key from ignition The cutter blades have cutting edges on before leaving Operator s seat for any both edges so
82. sor and pulley is 0 08 in 2 mm k Connect sensor to wiring harness connector H Form 169457 82 Replace shield B and secure with bolts A Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 10 HYDRAULICS Refer to your MacDon Self Propelled Windrower Operators Manual for hydraulic system maintenance procedures for self propelled windrowers 7 10 1 Hoses and Lines Check hydraulic hoses and lines daily for signs of leaks WARNING Avoid high pressure fluids Escaping fluid can penetrate the skin causing serious injury e Relieve pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines Tighten all connections before applying pressure Keep hands and body away from pin holes and nozzles which eject fluids under high pressure e If ANY fluid is injected into the skin it must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor who is familiar with this type of injury or gangrene may result e Use a piece of cardboard or paper to search for leaks IMPORTANT Keep hydraulic coupler tips connectors clean Dust dirt water and foreign material are the major causes of hydraulic system damage DO NOT attempt to service hydraulic system in the field Precision fits require WHITE ROOM CARE during overhaul Form 169457 7 10 2 Motor The hydraulic drive motor does not require any maintenance If repairs are required it should be removed and serviced at your MacDon Dealer Refer
83. surface at the right end of the header Published February 201 1 Form 169457 1 Revision B TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Tithe 1 1 2 sj nic EET III ITI EMI 4 2 1 SAFETYALERT SYMBOL oos a sou OMA 4 2 2 SIGNAE WORDS M DE EN 4 2 3 SAFETY GIGN O PI M RC creer ee 4 2 3 1 Sarei Ign eec tu accedente testen 4 2 3 2 Salety 5 2 4 D 7 3 9 4 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 10 5 SPECIFIC quo lc 12 6 OPERA HON ee 13 6 1 OWNER OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES sedeo ettet Dame 13 6 2 OPERATIONAL SAFETY c RUM LE 13 6 3 cae 15 6 4 DAILY START UP CHECK mp ____ 15 6 5 AU 16 A IO EM CHR Tc ER 17 B
84. t cutting components NOTE When float setting is light it may be necessary to use a slower ground speed to avoid excessive bouncing and leaving a ragged cut Faster ground speeds may require additional ground pressure oet the float fine adjustment to mid range with the windrower float adjustment system in the cab Refer to your Self Propelled Windrower Operator s Manual A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine Check float by grasping the front corner of header and lifting The force to lift should be 95 105 426 471 and should be approximately the same at both ends Perform the following steps to adjust the float if necessary 1 Raise the header fully shutdown the engine and remove the key 2 Turn drawbolt e clockwise to increase float header lighter or counter clockwise to decrease float makes header heavier 3 Re check the float makes Revision B OPERATION 6 10 2 Roll Gap Steel rolls condition the crop by crimping and crushing the stem in several places This allows moisture to release for quicker drying The degree to which the crop is conditioned as it passes through the rolls is controlled by roll gap that is factory set at 0 75 inch 19 mm Correct conditioning of alfalfa clover and other d At each end of the rolls loos
85. t of 7 6 CUTTERBAR DOORS nord b To close door pull top and move to closed warnine position Hook latches Do not operate the machine without all the cutterbar doors down curtains installed and in good condition A CAUTION To avoid injury keep hands and finger away from corners of doors when closing There are two doors to provide access to the 16 FT cutterbar area and three doors on the 19 FT header Hubber curtains are attached to each door and at the front corners and center fixed cover Latches at the lower corners of each curtain keep the curtains together and minimize the risk of thrown objects The cutterbar curtains are very important to reduce the potential for thrown objects Always keep these curtains down and latched when operating the mower conditioner Replace the curtains if they should become worn or damaged Refer to your MacDon Dealer the Technical Service Manual for replacement instructions Form 169457 54 Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 7 LUBRICATION 7 7 2 Greasing Points Refer to the illustrations on the following pages A WARNING to identify the various locations that require lubrication To avoid personal injury before servicing windrower or opening drive covers follow procedures in Section 7 1 PREPARATION FOR SERVICING The greasing points are marked on the machine by decals showing a grease gun and grease interval in hours of operation
86. ted beside the forward valve block not shown and to the connector on the header 5 Lower holder J onto sleeves F so that flats locate on holder Holder can be adjusted by loosening bolts K Tighten bolts after adjusting h Move platform to closed position 6 Insert lynch pin D to secure lock 7 Remove caps and plugs from the two large hoses and lines 8 Attach case drain hose coupler at L 9 Proceed to step g e Connect large hoses to the lines at M and N as shown Torque fittings to 135 ft lbf 183 N m f Attach case drain hose coupler at O Form 169457 18 Revision B a a b C OPERATION Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine The Rotary Header drive requires modification as shown when using an M200 Windrower If necessary obtain kit B5455 from your MacDon Dealer and install it in accordance with the instructions supplied with the kit WINDROWER CONNECTIONS 5 ili y r nam I Disengage and counter lever A clockwise to fully up position Remove cap B securing electrical connector to frame rotate Move hose bundle C from windrower and rest bundle on header Form 169457 19 Check that hose support is positioned so that lower bolt is in forward
87. top engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine b Stop engine and remove key Loosen and back off upper jam nut C both sides of conditioner d To increase roll gap turn lower nut D clockwise NOTE The amount of thread protruding through jam nut should be 13 16 in 21 This equates to 0 75 inch 19 mm of roll gap NOTE When adjusting roll gap be sure that the thread protruding is the same on both sides of the conditioner roll to achieve a consistent gap across the rolls e To decrease the roll gap turn lower nut D counter clockwise f Tighten jam nuts C on both sides Form 169457 28 Revision B OPERATION 6 10 3 Roll Tension 6 10 3 1 Roll Tension Adjustment A DANGER The roll tension the force holding the rolls together is factory set to maximum and is adjustable age Stop engine and remove key from ignition Heavy crops or tough forage that tend to before leaving Operator s seat for any separate the rolls require maximum roll tension reason A child or even a pet could engage to ensure that material is sufficiently crimped an idling machine Light alfalfa and short grasses would require a Lower header to ground shutdown windrower less roll tension to lessen over conditioning and remove key b Open driveshield at LEFT end for a 16 FT header and at RIGHT end for
88. tor s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine a Lower header to ground shutdown windrower and remove key b Open cutterbar doors 19 FT RH SHOWN LH OPPOSITE 2 4 of header See There are two adjustable stripper bars installed on the pan at both ends of the auger that minimize wrapping of material around the auger The stripper bar position has been factory set and should not normally require adjustment For fine stemmed crop the auger performs best when the stripper bars are positioned as close as possible to the auger without rubbing Component wear and cutting in bumpy terrain where the auger can contact the stripper bar may cause clearances to become excessive resulting in feeding problems and uneven windrows If material starts to accumulate between the auger flighting and the strippers the gap will need to be adjusted NOTE The stripper bars will likely require adjustment if the auger position 15 changed RIGHT END d Loosen nuts A on the two bolts securing stripper bar to pan sufficiently so that stripper bar can be moved continued next page Form 169457 38 Revision B OPERATION ip war lt gt _ p E 2 mr
89. ts D securing gearbox to frame 16 FT SHOWN 19 OPPOSITE _ 2 Loosen jam nut E 3 Hold nut F and turn adjuster to adjust tension IMPORTANT To prolong belt and drive life do not over tension belts 4 Manually turn drive system and re check tension Adjust as required 5 Tighten bolts D and jam nut E g Close driveshield Revision B MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 7 9 2 1 Replacing Auger Drive Belts A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine a Lower header to ground turn off engine and remove key 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE b Open driveshield oee DRIVESHIELDS c Remove four bolts A and remove cover Section 7 5 a Witz 75 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE d Loosen four bolts C securing gearbox to frame Access nut on lower bolt from opening underneath drive compartment ie 169457 76 16 FT SHOWN 19 FT OPPOSITE Loosen jam nut D Hold nut E and turn adjuster bolt F counter clockwise to release tension on auger drive belts G Remove the belts NOTE All three belts must be replaced NOTE Check alignment of pulleys Refer to the Technical Service Manual or your MacDon Dealer if pulleys need re aligning Install belts G on pulleys ensuring they are in the pulley grooves Tension the belts
90. ve plugs A and B f 9 The only regular servicing required is Allow sufficient time for lubricant to drain maintaining the lubricant level and changing the Disengage header lift cylinder locks start lubricant according the intervals specified in this engine and lower header so that it is level manual See Section 7 12 MAINTENANCE h Replace plug A SCHEDULE i Add 13 5 oz 400 ml of Traxon E Synthetic 75W90 gear lubricant to gearbox through port B Lubricant should slightly run out of port B when at the proper level A DANGER j Replace plug B and tighten 7 9 4 1 Changing Lubricant Stop engine and remove key from ignition k Properly dispose of used lubricant and clean up before leaving Operator s seat for any any spilled lubricant reason A child or even a pet could engage Lower driveshield an idling machine a Drain the gearbox when the lubricant is warm If the lubricant is cold idle the machine for about 10 minutes prior to draining b Raise header to full height and engage header lift cylinder locks Stop engine and remove key Form 169457 79 Revision B 7 9 5 7 9 5 1 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Bevel Gearboxes 19 FT The 19 FT header uses two bevel gearboxes One gearbox is attached to the hydraulic drive motor and transfers power to one of the two cutterbars and to the second gearbox at the opposite end of the header via a cross shaft The second gearbox which is l
91. wnhill when possible Never attempt to get on or off a moving windrower Do not get off the windrower while the header is in operation Stop windrower engine and remove key before adjusting or removing plugged material from the machine A child or even a pet could engage the drive Check for excessive vibration and unusual noises If there is any indication of trouble shutdown and inspect the THE Include adding ballast machine Follow proper shutdown according to Windrower Operator s procedure Manual requirements for attachments of this size and mass e engage windrower brake turn off engine and remove key e wait for all movement to stop e dismount and engage lift cylinder Form 169457 13 stops before inspecting raised machine Operate only in daylight or good artificial light continued next page Revision B OPERATION e Keep everyone several hundred feet away from your operation Ensure bystanders are never in line with the front or rear of the machine Stones or other foreign objects can be ejected from either end with force 7 p Pet uy e Extreme care must be exercised to avoid injury from thrown objects Do not under any circumstances operate the mower conditioner when other people are in the vicinity Stones and other objects can be thrown great distances by the rotating cutting blades cutterbar curtains very important to reduce the potential for
92. working around the blades Blades are sharp and can cause serious injury Wear gloves when handling blades Check rock guard periodically for damage or wear as follows severe Raise header fully stop engine and remove key Engage header lift cylinder locks w w w E um A p Lamm mme 4 UC VUE 7 57 7 57 7 77 7 7 7 T EEE z 2 Inspect rock guards for severe damage wear and distortion The guards should be replaced if severely damaged or worn Check for loose or missing fasteners and tighten or replace fastener if missing oee the Technical Service Manual or your MacDon Dealer for replacement procedures Form 169457 64 7 8 3 Disc Maintenance Check daily that discs are not damaged by rocks or worn excessively from abrasive working conditions They are interchangeable and a disc can be moved to a spindle that rotates in the opposite direction as long as it is in a useable condition The discs are not repairable and must be replaced if severely damaged or worn IMPORTANT If holes appear in a disc replace the disc immediately Do not attempt to repair the discs Always use factory replacement parts A DANGER Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine Lower header to ground shut off engine and remove key Ch
93. y Duty Hydraulic Motor Maximum Power Developed 231 hp 174 kW Connections Direct Coupled Optional Quick Coupler Connection Normal Operating Pressure 4000 psi 27 58 MPa CONDITIONER 4 lt O D Forming Shields Windrower Mounted Adjustable Forming Shield System 21 oz 620 ml 1 quart 1 4 liters 9 17 in 233 mm 6 63 in 168 4 mm OD Tube 36 102 in 915 2540 mm Forming Shields GROUNDSPEED GROUND SPEED 16 mph 25 7 km h 2 m 2 Q a 5 D 5 D o a 5 o mE 5 D 5 5 5 e lt lt o lt o c 5 77 NO Form 169457 Revision B OPERATION 6 2 OPERATIONAL SAFETY Follow these safety precautions A CAUTION 6 OPERATION 6 1 OWNER OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES A CAUTION It is your responsibility to read and understand this manual completely before operating the windrower Contact your MacDon Dealer if an instruction is not clear to you Follow all safety messages in the manual and on safety signs on the machine Remember that YOU are the key to safety Good safety practices protect you and the people around you Before allowing anyone to operate the windrower for however short a time or distance make sure they have been instructed in its s
94. y from ignition before leaving Operators seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine a Stop engine and remove key 1 Disconnect 1 2 inch hose B from windrower coupler b Move windrower left side platform to open position 2 Remove lynch pin C and open up coupler lock D 3 Remove lock from couplers c Disconnect electrical harness at connector A d If couplers and coupler lock are installed on lines proceed as follows Otherwise proceed to step e 4 Unscrew sleeves E on couplers and separate couplers 5 Install caps and plugs on open lines continued next page Form 169457 21 Revision B OPERATION g Move windrower platform to closed position Detach header from windrower Refer to your MacDon Self Propelled Windrower Operator s Manual d 6 Attach coupler lock D to hoses and secure with lynch pin C 7 Proceed to step f e Disconnect hoses from lines F G and H on windrower Install caps and plugs on open lines f Unhook hose support J from windrower and store hoses on header Form 169457 22 Revision B OPERATION Stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving Operator s seat for any reason A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine a Stop engine and remove key b Move windrower left side platform to open position c Disconnect pressure and return hoses from f

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