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MacDon FD75 Operator's Manual

Manual is about: FlexDraper Combine Header

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    Fd75 flexdraper ® ® combine header operator ’s manual 214323 revision a 2018 model year original instruction featuring macdon flex-float technology ™ the harvesting specialists..

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    Fd75 flexdraper ® combine header 1000310 published: july 2017.

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    Introduction this instructional manual contains information on the fd75 flexdraper ® header and the ca25 combine adapter. It must be used in conjunction with your combine operator's manual. The fd75 flexdraper ® is specially designed as a straight cut header and is equipped to work well in all strai...

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    Conventions the following conventions are used in this document: • right and left are determined from the operator’s position. The front of the header is the side that faces the crop; the back of the header is the side that connects to the combine. • unless otherwise noted, use the standard torque v...

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    List of revisions at macdon, we ’re continuously making improvements, and occasionally these improvements affect product documentation. The following list provides an account of major changes from the previous version of this document. Summary of change refer to added conventions used in this docume...

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    Changed “lexion” to “claas” throughout. Moved recommended fluids and lubricants to inside back cover. 214323 iv revision a.

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    Model and serial number record the model number, serial number, and model year of the header, combine adapter, and transport/stabilizer wheel option (if installed) in the spaces provided. Note: right and left designations are determined from the operator ’s position, facing forward. 1022661 a figure...

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    1005072 a figure 4. Transport/stabilizer option slow speed transport/stabilizer wheel option serial number: year: the serial number plate (a) is located on the right axle assembly. 214323 vi revision a.

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    214323 vii revision a introduction................................................................................................................................................I list of revisions .........................................................................................................

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    214323 viii revision a 3.6.1 header attachments.................................................................................................................. 42 3.6.2 header settings ....................................................................................................................

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    214323 ix revision a 3.8.2 case ih 2300/2500 and 5088/6088/7088 combines .................................................................. 107 engaging auto header height control (case ih 2300) .............................................................. 107 calibrating auto header height control...

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    214323 x revision a checking voltage range from combine cab (john deere 60 series) ......................................... 165 calibrating auto header height control (john deere 60 series)................................................. 167 turning accumulator off (john deere 60 series) ............

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    214323 xi revision a engaging auto header height control (new holland cr series) ................................................ 233 checking voltage range from combine cab (new holland cr series) ...................................... 235 calibrating auto header height control (new holland cr seri...

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    214323 xii revision a 4.5.1 attaching header to claas combine....................................................................................... 293 4.5.2 detaching header from claas combine.................................................................................. 297 4.6 new holland com...

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    214323 xiii revision a 5.7.4 removing auger drive chain ................................................................................................... 362 5.7.5 installing auger drive chain ..................................................................................................... 366...

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    214323 xiv revision a 5.11.1 removing stripper bars ......................................................................................................... 416 5.11.2 installing stripper bars .............................................................................................................

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    214323 xv revision a 5.14.5 replacing reel drive motor.................................................................................................... 469 removing reel drive motor..................................................................................................... 469 installing...

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    214323 xvi revision a 7.2 cutting action and knife components ............................................................................................... 492 7.3 reel delivery ...........................................................................................................................

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    214323 1 revision a 1 safety 1.1 safety alert symbols 1000915 figure 1.1: safety symbol this safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages in this manual and on safety signs on the machine. This symbol means: • attention! • become alert! • your safety is involved! Carefully read and follow...

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    214323 2 revision a 1.2 signal words three signal words, danger, warning, and caution, are used to alert you to hazardous situations. The appropriate signal word for each situation has been selected using the following guidelines: danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoid...

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    214323 3 revision a 1.3 general safety 1000004 figure 1.2: safety equipment caution the following are general farm safety precautions that should be part of your operating procedure for all types of machinery. Protect yourself. • when assembling, operating, and servicing machinery, wear all protecti...

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    214323 4 revision a 1000007 figure 1.5: safety around equipment • wear close-fitting clothing and cover long hair. Never wear dangling items such as scarves or bracelets. • keep all shields in place. Never alter or remove safety equipment. Make sure driveline guards can rotate independently of shaft...

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    214323 5 revision a 1.4 maintenance safety 1000009 figure 1.8: safety around equipment to ensure your safety while maintaining machine: • review operator’s manual and all safety items before operation and/or maintenance of machine. • place all controls in neutral, stop the engine, set the park brake...

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    214323 6 revision a 1.5 hydraulic safety 1001205 figure 1.11: testing for hydraulic leaks • always place all hydraulic controls in neutral before dismounting. • make sure that all components in hydraulic system are kept clean and in good condition. • replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened, or cri...

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    214323 7 revision a 1.6 safety signs 1000694 figure 1.14: operator ’s manual decal • keep safety signs clean and legible at all times. • replace safety signs that are missing or become illegible. • if original parts on which a safety sign was installed are replaced, be sure repair part also bears cu...

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    214323 8 revision a 1.7 safety decal locations figure 1.15: upper cross auger 1003348 a a a a - md #174682 figure 1.16: slow speed transport 1003341 a a a - md #220799 safety.

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    214323 9 revision a figure 1.17: slow speed transport tow-bar 1003338 a b a b a - md #220797 b - md #220798 figure 1.18: vertical knife 1003382 a a a - md #174684 safety.

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    214323 10 revision a figure 1.19: endsheets, reel arms, and backsheet 1022664 b a a c c e d e c a b e b c f d f g g g a - md #174632 b - md #131393 c - md #184422 d - md #131392 (double reel only) e - md #131391 f - md #166466 g - md #174436 safety.

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    214323 11 revision a figure 1.20: backtube 1003403 a b c d e 1009678 a b c d c a e a - md #184372 b - md #166466 c - md #131391 d - md #131392 e - md #184372 (split frame) safety.

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    214323 12 revision a 1.8 understanding safety signs 1003356 figure 1.21: md #131391 md #131391 crushing hazard danger • rest header on ground or engage safety props before going under unit. 1003404 figure 1.22: md #131392 md #131392 crushing hazard warning • to avoid injury from fall of raised reel;...

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    214323 13 revision a 1000706 figure 1.24: md #166466 md #166466 high pressure oil hazard warning • do not go near leaks. • high pressure oil easily punctures skin causing serious injury, gangrene, or death. • if injured, seek emergency medical help. Immediate surgery is required to remove oil. • do ...

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    214323 14 revision a 1000920 figure 1.27: md #174436 md #174436 high pressure oil hazard warning • do not go near leaks. • high pressure oil easily punctures skin causing serious injury, gangrene, or death. • if injured, seek emergency medical help. Immediate surgery is required to remove oil. • do ...

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    214323 15 revision a 1003383 figure 1.30: md #174684 md #174684 sharp component hazard caution • wear heavy canvas or leather gloves when working with knife. • be sure no one is near the vertical knife when removing or rotating knife. 1001648 figure 1.31: md #184371 md #184371 open drive hazard warn...

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    214323 16 revision a • disengage header drive, put transmission in neutral, and wait for all movement to stop before leaving operator ’s position. • stop the engine and remove the key from ignition before servicing, adjusting, lubricating, cleaning, or unplugging machine. • engage safety props to pr...

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    214323 17 revision a 1001647 figure 1.35: md #193147 md #193147 transport/roading hazard warning • ensure tow-bar lock mechanism is locked. 1000925 figure 1.36: md #194521 md #194521 auger entanglement hazard caution • to avoid injury from entanglement with rotating auger, stand clear of header/mowe...

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    214323 18 revision a 1003333 figure 1.37: md #220797 md #220797 tipping hazard in transport mode warning • read the operator’s manual for more information on potential tipping or roll-over of header while transporting. 1003337 figure 1.38: md #220798 md #220798 loss of control hazard in transport ca...

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    214323 19 revision a 2 product overview 2.1 definitions the following terms and acronyms may be used in this manual. Term definition api american petroleum institute astm american society of testing and materials bolt a headed and externally threaded fastener that is designed to be paired with a nut...

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    214323 20 revision a term definition soft joint a joint made with use of a fastener where joining materials are compressible or experience relaxation over a period of time truck a four-wheel highway/road vehicle weighing no less than 3400 kg (7500 lb.) tension axial load placed on a bolt or screw, u...

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    214323 22 revision a table 2.1 header specifications (continued) conveyor (draper) and decks draper width 1057 mm (41.61 in.) s draper drive hydraulic s draper speed: ca25 combine adapter controlled 141 m/min. (0 –464 fpm) s delivery opening width 1870 mm (73.62 in.) s pr15 pick-up reel quantity of ...

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    214323 23 revision a table 2.2 header attachments ca25 combine adapter s feed draper width 2000 mm (78.7 in.) s feed draper speed 107 –122 m/min (350 –400 fpm) s feed auger width 1660 mm (65.3 in.) s feed auger outside diameter 559 mm (22 in.) s feed auger tube diameter 356 mm (14 in.) s feed auger ...

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    214323 24 revision a 2.3 component identification 2.3.1 fd75 flexdraper ® ® figure 2.2: fd75 flexdraper ® ® components 1004524 a b c d e g f h j k l m n a - wing float linkage b - center-link c - center reel arm prop handle d - transition pan e - reel fore-aft cylinder f - reel lift cylinder g - end...

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    214323 25 revision a 2.3.2 ca25 combine adapter figure 2.3: header side of ca25 combine adapter 1004589 a c d e f f g b b a - feed auger b - header float springs c - center-link d - hydraulic reservoir e - gearbox f - header support arm g - feed draper figure 2.4: combine side of ca25 combine adapte...

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    214323 27 revision a 3 operation 3.1 owner/operator responsibilities caution • it is your responsibility to read and understand this manual completely before operating the header. Contact your macdon dealer if an instruction is not clear to you. • follow all safety messages in the manual and on safe...

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    214323 28 revision a 3.2 operational safety 1001602 figure 3.1: no riders caution adhere to the following safety precautions: • follow all safety and operational instructions provided in your operator ’s manuals. If you do not have a combine manual, get one from your dealer and read it thoroughly. •...

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    214323 29 revision a 3.2.2 reel safety props the reel safety props, located on the reel support arms, prevent the reel from unexpectedly lowering. Warning to avoid bodily injury from fall of raised reel, always engage reel safety props before going under raised reel for any reason. Important: to pre...

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    214323 30 revision a 1001695 a c b figure 3.4: reel safety prop – center arm 3. Use handle (a) to move lock rod to inboard position (b) which engages pin (c) under prop. 4. Lower reel until safety props contact the outer arm cylinder mounts and the center arm pins. Disengaging reel safety props 1004...

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    214323 31 revision a 1001697 b a figure 3.6: reel safety prop – center arm 3. Use the handle (b) to move the lock rod (a) to the outboard position. 3.2.3 endshields a hinged, polyethylene endshield is fitted on each end of the header. Opening endshield 10013651001365 a b c figure 3.7: left endshield...

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    214323 32 revision a 1001363 figure 3.9: left endshield open important: do not force endshield once it has reached its end of travel or damage to endshield structure may result. The endshield is designed to open sufficiently to allow access to drive system and manual case. Note: to access the knife ...

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    214323 33 revision a 10013651001365 a b c figure 3.12: left endshield pin 5. Replace tool (b) and lynch pin (a) on top pin (c). Removing endshield 1001228 a b figure 3.13: left endshield 1. Open the endshield. Refer to opening endshield, page 31 . 2. Remove the acorn nut (a) securing the endshield t...

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    214323 34 revision a installing endshield 1001675 b a figure 3.14: left endshield 1. Position the endshield onto support (a), and align the hole in the endshield with stud (b) on the support. 1001681 a figure 3.15: left endshield 2. Secure the endshield to the support with acorn nut (a). 3. Close th...

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    214323 35 revision a adjusting endshield polyethylene endshields expand or contract when subjected to large temperature changes. The position of the top pin and lower catch can be adjusted to compensate for dimensional changes. 1001672 x figure 3.16: left endshield 1. Measure gap (x) between the fro...

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    214323 36 revision a if adjustments are required, proceed as follows: 1001364 a b c figure 3.17: left endshield 2. Open the endshield. Refer to opening endshield, page 31 . 3. Loosen nut (a) on pin (b) from inside the endsheet using a 19 mm (3/4 in.) socket. 4. Close the endshield and adjust its pos...

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    214323 37 revision a 1004528 a figure 3.19: linkage cover 2. Rotate cover (a) upward until inboard end can be lifted off. Installing linkage covers 1004530 a b figure 3.20: linkage cover 1. Position inboard end of cover (a) over linkage and behind indicator bar (b). 2. Lower cover until secure and a...

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    214323 38 revision a 3.2.5 daily start-up check 1001351 figure 3.22: safety devices caution • clear the area of other persons, pets, etc. Keep children away from machinery. Walk around the machine to be sure no one is under, on, or close to it. • wear close-fitting clothing and protective shoes with...

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    214323 39 revision a 3.3 break-in period caution before investigating an unusual sound or attempting to correct a problem, shut off engine and remove key. Note: until you become familiar with the sound and feel of your new header, be extra attentive. After attaching the header to the combine for the...

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    214323 40 revision a 3.4 shutting down the machine danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator ’s seat for any reason. To shut down, and before leaving the combine seat for any reason, follow thes...

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    214323 41 revision a 3.5 cab controls caution be sure all bystanders are clear of machine before starting engine or engaging any header drives. Refer to your combine operator ’s manual for identification of the following in-cab controls: • header engage/disengage control • header height • header ang...

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    214323 42 revision a 3.6 header setup 3.6.1 header attachments several attachments to improve the performance of your fd75 flexdraper ® header are available as options that can be installed by your macdon dealer. Refer to 6 options and attachments, page 479 for descriptions of available items. 3.6.2...

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    214323 43 revision a t able 3.2 fd75/ca25 combine header recommended settings crop t ype stubble height mm (in.) crop condition divider rods draper speed setting 6 header angle 78 reel cam reel speed % 9 reel position skid shoe position 8 stabilizer wheels 10 upper cross auger cereals ( light of f 8...

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    214323 44 revision a t able 3.2 fd75/ca25 combine header recommended settings (continued) crop t ype stubble height mm (in.) crop condition divider rods draper speed setting 11 header angle 1213 reel cam reel speed % 14 reel position skid shoe position 13 stabilizer wheels 15 upper cross auger canol...

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    214323 45 revision a t able 3.2 fd75/ca25 combine header recommended settings (continued) crop t ype stubble height mm (in.) crop condition divider rods draper speed setting 17 header angle 1819 reel cam reel speed % 20 reel position skid shoe position 19 stabilizer wheels 21 upper cross auger calif...

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    214323 46 revision a t able 3.2 fd75/ca25 combine header recommended settings (continued) crop t ype stubble height mm (in.) crop condition divider rods draper speed setting 22 header angle 2324 reel cam reel speed % 25 reel position skid shoe position 24 stabilizer wheels 26 upper cross auger calif...

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    214323 47 revision a t able 3.2 fd75/ca25 combine header recommended settings (continued) crop t ype stubble height mm (in.) crop condition divider rods draper speed setting 27 header angle 2829 reel cam reel speed % 30 reel position skid shoe position 29 stabilizer wheels 31 upper cross auger edibl...

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    214323 48 revision a t able 3.2 fd75/ca25 combine header recommended settings (continued) crop t ype stubble height mm (in.) crop condition divider rods draper speed setting 32 header angle 3334 reel cam reel speed % 35 reel position skid shoe position 34 stabilizer wheels 36 upper cross auger lenti...

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    214323 49 revision a 3.6.3 optimizing header for straight combining canola ripe canola can be straight combined, but most varieties are very susceptible to shelling and subsequent seed loss. This section provides recommended attachments and settings to optimize fd75 flexdraper ® headers for straight...

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    214323 50 revision a 1. Raise header to full height. 2. Shut down the combine, and remove the key from the ignition. 3. Engage header lift cylinder safety props. 1009147 a b c figure 3.23: spring tensioner 4. Check the thread length protruding past the nut (b). Length should be 15 mm (0.60 in.). If ...

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    214323 51 revision a 3.6.4 reel settings note: the reel settings chart is also applicable for reel tines. Table 3.4 fd75 recommended reel settings cam setting number (finger speed gain) reel position number reel finger pattern 1 (0) 6 or 7 1001819 2 (20%) 6 or 7 1001820 operation.

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    214323 52 revision a table 3.4 fd75 recommended reel settings (continued) cam setting number (finger speed gain) reel position number reel finger pattern 3 (30%) 3 or 4 1001821 4 (35%) 2 or 3 1001822 note: • adjust the reel forward to position the fingers closer to the ground, while tilting the head...

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    214323 53 revision a 3.7 header operating variables satisfactory function of the header in all situations requires making proper adjustments to suit various crops and conditions. Correct operation reduces crop loss and increases productivity. Proper adjustments and timely maintenance will increase t...

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    214323 54 revision a adjusting stabilizer/slow speed transport wheels a properly adjusted header will achieve a balance between the amount of header weight carried by the float and the amount carried by the stabilizer/slow speed transport wheels. Refer to 3.6.2 header settings, page 42 for recommend...

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    214323 55 revision a 1013795 a figure 3.26: load indicator 12. Lower the header to the desired cutting height using the combine controls and check the load indicator (a). 1001655 a figure 3.27: spring compression important: continuous operation with excessive spring compression (that is, load indica...

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    214323 56 revision a 1001654 a b c figure 3.28: stabilizer wheel 2. Support the wheel weight by lifting slightly with one hand on handle (b), and pull up on handle (a) to release the lock. 3. Lift the wheel using handle (b), and engage the support channel into center slot (c) in the upper support. 4...

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    214323 57 revision a the header float system floats the header over the surface to compensate for ridges, trenches, and other variations in ground contour to prevent the cutterbar from pushing into the ground or leaving uncut crop. Refer to the following for additional information: • adjusting inner...

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    214323 58 revision a • adjusting stabilizer wheels, page 55 • adjusting stabilizer/slow speed transport wheels, page 54 1001658 a b c figure 3.32: outer skid shoe 3. Remove lynch pin (a) from each skid shoe (b). 4. Hold shoe (b) and remove adjustment pin (c) by disengaging from the frame and pulling...

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    214323 59 revision a 1009194 a figure 3.34: cutting on the ground 1. Set the float for cutting on the ground as follows: a. Ensure the header float locks are disengaged. Refer to locking/unlocking header float, page 64 . B. Lower feeder house using the combine header controls until float indicator (...

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    214323 60 revision a 1009646 a figure 3.36: center-link 3. Adjust center-link to between b and c on indicator (a). 4. Position cutterbar 200 –300 mm (8–12 in.) off the ground. 5. Stop engine and remove key from ignition. 1008761 a figure 3.37: wing lock in lock position 6. Place wing lock spring han...

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    214323 61 revision a 1001702 b a figure 3.39: left wheel 8. Place stabilizer wheels and slow speed transport wheels (if equipped) in storage position as follows: a. Support wheel weight by lifting slightly with one hand, and pull up on handle (a) to release the lock. B. Lift wheels to desired height...

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    214323 62 revision a 1001217 a b c figure 3.41: left side of adapter 1001218 a c b figure 3.42: right side of adapter 10. Place supplied torque wrench (a) onto float lock (b). Note position of wrench for checking left or right side. 11. Push down on wrench to rotate bell crank (c) forward. 1019192 a...

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    214323 63 revision a table 3.6 float settings header size torque settings cutting on ground cutting off ground 9.1 m (30 ft.) 1-1/2 to 2 2 to 2-1/2 10.6 m (35 ft.) 1-1/2 to 2 2 to 2-1/2 12.2 m (40 ft.) 2 to 2-1/2 2-1/2 to 3 13.7 m (45 ft.) 2 to 2-1/2 2-1/2 to 3 1001641 a b figure 3.44: float adjustm...

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    214323 64 revision a 1001131 a figure 3.45: torque wrench 17. Return torque wrench (a) to its storage location at right side of adapter frame. Locking/unlocking header float two header float locks —one on each side of the adapter—lock and unlock the header float system. Important: the float locks mu...

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    214323 65 revision a locking/unlocking header wings the fd75 flexdraper ® header is designed to operate with the cutterbar on the ground. The three header sections move independently to follow the ground contours. In this mode, each wing is unlocked and is free to move up and down. The fd75 flexdrap...

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    214323 66 revision a 1003620 a b figure 3.49: torque wrench on wing nut 5. Place the torque wrench (a) on bolt (b) and use it to move the wing until the lock disengages. 6. Replace torque wrench (a) and reinstall the linkage cover. 7. The wings should now freely move up and down with equal hand forc...

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    214323 67 revision a 1003620 a b figure 3.52: header wing 5. Place torque wrench (a) on bolt (b) and use it to move the wing until the lock engages. 6. Replace torque wrench (a) and reinstall the linkage cover. Note: the wings will not move relative to the header. 3.7.3 checking and adjusting header...

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    214323 68 revision a 1009084 a b figure 3.53: wing imbalance if a wing has a tendency to be in a smile (a) or frown (b) position, wing balance may require adjusting. Perform the following steps to verify if the wings are not balanced and the degree of imbalance: 1009646 a figure 3.54: center-link 1....

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    214323 69 revision a 1004577 a figure 3.56: linkage cover note: refer to decal (a) inside each linkage cover. 1003618 a figure 3.57: torque wrench 6. Retrieve wrench (a) from right leg of adapter. 1003620 a b figure 3.58: balance linkage 7. Place torque wrench (a) on bolt (b). Operation.

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    214323 70 revision a 1004580 a b c d figure 3.59: balance linkage 8. Check that pointer (d) is properly positioned as follows: a. Use wrench (a) to move bell crank (b) so that lower edge of bell crank is parallel to top-link (c). B. Check that pointer (d) is lined up with the top- link (c). Bend poi...

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    214323 71 revision a 1003643 a b c figure 3.62: balance linkage 11. Move wing downward with torque wrench (a) until pointer upper alignment tab (c) lines up with the lower edge of top-link (b). Observe indicator reading (a) on the wrench and record it. • if the difference between the readings is 0.5...

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    214323 72 revision a 1003618 a figure 3.65: torque wrench 12. Place wrench (a) back onto right leg of adapter. 1003596 a figure 3.66: wing lock in lock position 13. Lock the wings by moving spring handles (a) to upper lock position. 1003595 a b figure 3.67: linkage cover 14. Reinstall linkage cover ...

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    214323 73 revision a adjusting wing balance warning to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key before adjusting machine. Before proceeding, check the wing balance to verify how to adjust the wing. Refer to checking wing balance, page 67 . No...

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    214323 74 revision a 1004577 a figure 3.70: linkage cover note: refer to decal (a) inside each linkage cover. 1009645 a figure 3.71: wing lock in unlock position 6. Unlock the wings by moving handle (a) to lower (unlock) position. 1003618 a figure 3.72: torque wrench 7. Retrieve wrench (a) from adap...

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    214323 75 revision a 1003620 a b figure 3.73: balance linkage 8. Place torque wrench (a) on bolt (b). 1009647 a b c figure 3.74: balance linkage 9. Loosen clevis bolt (a) for the wing requiring adjustment as determined by the wing balance check. Note: do not loosen any other hardware. 1008650 a b c ...

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    214323 76 revision a 1003596 a figure 3.76: wing lock in lock position 14. Move handle (a) to the upper lock position. 15. If lock does not engage, move the wing up and down with torque wrench until it locks. When locked, there will be some movement in the linkage. 16. If the cutterbar is not straig...

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    214323 77 revision a controlling header angle the header/guard angle is controlled from the combine cab with a switch on the operator ’s control console and an indicator on the center-link. To change the header/guard angle, adjust the length of the center-link between the combine adapter and the hea...

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    214323 78 revision a 1022936 a figure 3.81: toggle switch location – john deere john deere: the reel fore-aft / header tilt switch (a) is located on the right side of armrest. 1013810 a d figure 3.82: center-link 1. Set the header angle according to the type and condition of crop and soil as follows...

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    214323 79 revision a 3.7.5 reel speed reel speed is one of the factors that determines how crop is moved from the cutterbar onto the drapers. The reel performs best when it appears to be driven by the ground. It should move the cut crop evenly through the cutterbar and onto the drapers without bunch...

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    214323 80 revision a 3.7.6 ground speed operating at the proper ground speed will result in cleanly cut crops and evenly distributed material into the combine. Reduce ground speed in difficult cutting conditions to reduce loads on cutting components and drives. Use lower ground speeds in very light ...

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    214323 81 revision a adjusting side draper speed the side drapers carry the cut crop to the adapter feed draper which then feeds it into the combine. The speed is adjustable to suit crops and crop conditions. A 1006122 figure 3.85: side drapers the side drapers (a) are driven by hydraulic motors and...

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    214323 82 revision a adjusting feed draper speed the feed draper moves the cut crop from the side drapers into the adapter feed auger. 1005890 a figure 3.87: ca25 combine adapter the adapter feed draper (a) is driven by a hydraulic motor and a pump that is powered by the combine feeder house drive t...

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    214323 83 revision a table 3.10 fd75 header knife speed header size (m [ft.]) recommended knife drive speed range (rpm) single-knife drive double-knife drive 9.1 (30) 600 –700 — 10.6 (35) 550 –650 — 12.2 (40) 525 –600 550 –700 13.7 (45) — 550 –700 important: ensure the knife speed is within the rang...

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    214323 84 revision a 6. Shut down the combine. 7. Compare pulley rpm measurement with the rpm values in the knife speed chart. Refer to 3.7.8 knife speed, page 82 . 8. Contact your macdon dealer if the pulley rpm measurement exceeds the specified rpm range for your header. 3.7.9 reel height the crop...

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    214323 85 revision a 1009308 a b figure 3.90: fore-aft decal a decal (a) is attached to the right reel support arm for identifying reel position. The aft edge of the cam disc (b) is the reel fore-aft position marker. For straight standing crop, center the reel over the cutterbar (4 –5 on decal). For...

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    214323 86 revision a reposition the center arm cylinder as follows: note: reel components not shown in illustration for improved clarity. Note: to move a split reel into canola position, the short brace kit for center reel arm (b5605) is required. 1001843 c a b figure 3.92: right arm – forward posit...

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    214323 87 revision a reposition right arm cylinder as follows: note: reel components not shown in illustration for improved clarity. 1009310 a b c figure 3.94: forward position 1009312 a b c figure 3.95: rearward position 6. Remove four bolts (a) securing cylinder bracket (b) to the reel arm. 7. Pus...

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    214323 88 revision a reposition the left reel arm cylinder as follows: note: reel components not shown in illustration for improved clarity. 1001761 c d b a d figure 3.96: forward position 9. Remove pin (a) securing cylinder (b) to bracket/light assembly (c). 10. Remove bolts (d) securing bracket/li...

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    214323 89 revision a repositioning fore-aft cylinders with multi-crop rapid reel conversion option the reel can be moved approximately 227 mm (9 in.) farther aft by repositioning the fore-aft cylinders on the reel arms. Danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, alwa...

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    214323 90 revision a reposition the center arm cylinder as follows: note: reel components not shown in illustration for improved clarity. 1010500 a b c d figure 3.100: forward position – center arm 1010499 a b c d figure 3.101: aft position – center arm 6. Remove cotter pin (a) and clevis pin (b). 7...

  • Page 109

    214323 91 revision a reposition the right arm cylinder as follows: note: reel components not shown in illustration for improved clarity. 1010503 a b c d figure 3.102: forward position – right arm 1010504 a b c d figure 3.103: aft position – right arm 9. Remove cotter pin (a) and clevis pin (b). 10. ...

  • Page 110

    214323 92 revision a 1001819 figure 3.104: finger profile – position 1 cam position 1, reel position 6 or 7 delivers the most even crop flow onto the drapers without fluffing up or disturbing the material. • this setting will release crop close to the cutterbar and works best if the cutterbar is on ...

  • Page 111

    214323 93 revision a 1001822 figure 3.107: finger profile – position 4 cam position 4, reel position 2 or 3 is used with the reel fully forward to leave the maximum amount of stubble in lodged crops. • this position allows the reel to reach forward and lift the crop across the knife and onto the dra...

  • Page 112

    214323 94 revision a adjusting reel cam danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator ’s seat for any reason. 1001149 a b c figure 3.109: cam disc positions 1. Turn latch pin (a) counterclockwise us...

  • Page 113

    214323 95 revision a 1005674 a b c figure 3.110: crop divider 3. Lift safety lever (a). 4. Hold onto crop divider (b), push lever (c) to open latch, and lower crop divider. 1001833 a b figure 3.111: stored crop divider 5. Lift crop divider off endsheet and store as follows: a. Insert pin (a) on crop...

  • Page 114

    214323 96 revision a 1001841 a b figure 3.112: crop divider 3. Remove bolt (a), lock washer, and flat washer. 4. Lower crop divider (b) and then lift to remove from endsheet. 5. Close or install endshields. Refer to 3.2.3 endshields, page 31 . Operation.

  • Page 115

    214323 97 revision a installing crop dividers with latch option onto header danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason. 1. Lower reel, raise header, stop e...

  • Page 116

    214323 98 revision a 1001839 a figure 3.115: crop divider 7. Pull at the tip of the crop divider and ensure there is no lateral movement. If necessary, adjust bolts (a) to tighten crop divider and eliminate lateral movement. 8. Close or install endshields. Refer to 3.2.3 endshields, page 31 . Instal...

  • Page 117

    214323 99 revision a 1001216 a figure 3.117: crop divider 4. Position crop divider as shown by inserting lugs (a) into holes in endsheet. 1001834 a b c figure 3.118: crop divider 5. Lift forward end of crop divider and install bolt (a) and special stepped washer (b) (step towards divider). Tighten b...

  • Page 118

    214323 100 revision a removing crop divider rods 1010234 a b figure 3.119: crop divider rod 1. Loosen bolt (a) and remove crop divider rod (b) from both sides of header. 1004684 a figure 3.120: right endsheet 2. Store both crop divider rods (a) inboard on the right endsheet. Installing crop divider ...

  • Page 119

    214323 101 revision a 1010234 a b figure 3.122: divider rod on crop divider 2. Position crop divider rod (b) on tip of crop divider as shown and tighten bolt (a). 3. Repeat procedure at opposite end of header. Rice divider rods 1001582 figure 3.123: divider rod for rice optional rice divider rods pr...

  • Page 120

    214323 102 revision a 3.8 auto header height control (ahhc) macdon ’s auto header height control (ahhc) feature works in conjunction with the ahhc option available on certain combine models. A sensor is installed in float indicator box (a) on the ca25 combine adapter. This sensor sends a signal to c...

  • Page 121

    214323 103 revision a • 3.8.2 case ih 2300/2500 and 5088/6088/7088 combines, page 107 • 3.8.3 case ih 5130/6130/7130, 7010/8010, 7120/8120/9120, and 7230/8230/9230 combines, page 111 • 3.8.4 challenger 6 and 7 series combines, page 122 • 3.8.5 gleaner r62/r72 combines, page 129 • 3.8.6 gleaner r65/r...

  • Page 122

    214323 104 revision a manually checking voltage range the output voltage range of auto header height control (ahhc) sensors in some combines can be checked from cab. For instructions, refer to your combine operator ’s manual or ahhc instructions later in this document. To manually check sensor ’s ou...

  • Page 123

    214323 105 revision a 1003462 a figure 3.127: measuring voltage at float indicator box 4. Use a voltmeter (a) to measure voltage between ground (pin 2) and signal (pin 3) wires at ahhc sensor in float indicator box. Ensure it is at high voltage limit for combine. Refer to table 3.13, page 103 . Note...

  • Page 124

    214323 106 revision a 1022917 a b figure 3.129: ahhc sensor assembly for use with claas combines 1. Complete the following steps to adjust high voltage limit: a. Extend guard angle fully; header angle indicator should be at d. B. Position header 152 –254 mm (6–10 in.) above ground; float indicator s...

  • Page 125

    214323 107 revision a 3.8.2 case ih 2300/2500 and 5088/6088/7088 combines engaging auto header height control (case ih 2300) note: changes may have been made to combine controls or display since this document was published. Refer to combine operator ’s manual for updates. 1003788 a b figure 3.132: c...

  • Page 126

    214323 108 revision a calibrating auto header height control (ahhc) (case ih 2300/2500 and 5088/6088/7088) note: changes may have been made to combine controls or display since this document was published. Refer to combine operator ’s manual for updates. To calibrate the ahhc system, follow these st...

  • Page 127

    214323 109 revision a 1010069 a figure 3.137: joystick lever (case ih 5088/6088/7088) 1002565 a b figure 3.138: float indicator box note: the ideal ground pressure —in most cases—is one number (on float indicator box) above header suspended off ground. For example, if float indicator needle (b) is p...

  • Page 128

    214323 110 revision a 1018824 a b c d figure 3.139: combine controls 1. Use header settings key (a) to display header sensitivity change page. 2. Use up (b) or down (c) keys to adjust highlighted item. The height sensitivity setting range is 0 (least sensitive) to 250 (most sensitive) in increments ...

  • Page 129

    214323 111 revision a 3.8.3 case ih 5130/6130/7130, 7010/8010, 7120/8120/9120, and 7230/8230/9230 combines checking voltage range from combine cab (case 8010) note: changes may have been made to combine controls or display since this document was published. Refer to combine operator ’s manual for up...

  • Page 130

    214323 112 revision a 1003676 a figure 3.143: case 8010 combine display 5. Select diag (a) on universal display main page. The diag page displays. 1003677 a figure 3.144: case 8010 combine display 6. Select sub system (a). The sub system page displays. 1003678 a figure 3.145: case 8010 combine displ...

  • Page 131

    214323 113 revision a 1003679 a figure 3.146: case 8010 combine display 8. Select left sen (a). The exact voltage is displayed. Raise and lower header to see full range of voltage readings. 1003680 figure 3.147: case 8010 combine display 9. Adjust voltage limits (refer to adjusting voltage limits, p...

  • Page 132

    214323 114 revision a 1020453 a b figure 3.149: case combine display 1. To be able to swap between reel fore/aft controls and header fore/aft tilt controls, go to the layout tab, select fore/aft control (a) from the legend, and place it on one of the operator configurable screens — harv1, harv2, har...

  • Page 133

    214323 115 revision a 1003464 a b figure 3.151: float indicator box 3. Adjust cable take-up bracket (b) (if necessary) until pointer (a) on float indicator is on 0. 4. Ensure header float is unlocked. 1003672 a figure 3.152: case ih combine display 5. Select diagnostics (a) on main page. The diagnos...

  • Page 134

    214323 116 revision a 1003674 a figure 3.154: case ih combine display 8. Select header height/tilt (a). The parameter page opens. 1003675 a b figure 3.155: case ih combine display 9. Select left header height sen (a), and then select graph button (b). The exact voltage is displayed at top of page. R...

  • Page 135

    214323 117 revision a calibrating auto header height control (case ih 5130/6130/7130, 7010/8010; 7120/8120/9120; 7230/8230/9230) for best performance from the auto header height control (ahhc), perform these procedures with center-link set to d. When setup and calibration are complete, adjust center...

  • Page 136

    214323 118 revision a 1003939 figure 3.159: case ih combine display 7. Install reel fore-back (if applicable). 8. Set height sensitivity to desired value. The recommended starting point is 180. 1003940 figure 3.160: case ih combine display 9. Install fore-aft control and hdr fore-aft tilt (if applic...

  • Page 137

    214323 119 revision a calibrating auto header height control (case combines with version 28.00 or higher software) for best performance of the auto header height control (ahhc), perform these procedures with center-link set to d. When setup and calibration are complete, adjust center-link back to de...

  • Page 138

    214323 120 revision a 1009755 a b figure 3.164: case ih combine display 8. Ensure auto height icon (a) appears on monitor and is displayed as shown at (b). When header is set for cutting on ground, this verifies that combine is correctly using potentiometer on header to sense ground pressure. Note: ...

  • Page 139

    214323 121 revision a note: if float was set heavier to complete ground calibration procedure, adjust to recommended operating float after calibration is complete. 13. If unit does not function properly, conduct maximum stubble height calibration. Setting preset cutting height (case 7010/8010, 7120/...

  • Page 140

    214323 122 revision a 1014883 a figure 3.169: float indicator box note: the ideal ground pressure —in most cases—is one number (on float indicator box) above header suspended off ground. For example, if float indicator needle (a) is positioned at 0 with header suspended off ground, then ideal ground...

  • Page 141

    214323 123 revision a 1003464 a b figure 3.171: float indicator box 3. Adjust cable take-up bracket (b) (if necessary) until pointer (a) on float indicator is on 0. 1003681 a figure 3.172: challenger combine display 4. Go to field page on combine monitor, and then press diagnostics icon. The miscell...

  • Page 142

    214323 124 revision a 1003683 figure 3.174: challenger combine display 7. Fully lower combine feeder house (adapter should be fully separated from header). Note: you may need to hold header down switch for a few seconds to ensure feeder house is fully lowered. 8. Read voltage. 9. Raise header so cut...

  • Page 143

    214323 125 revision a calibrating auto header height control (challenger 6 series) note: for best performance of auto header height control (ahhc) system, perform these procedures with center-link set to d. When setup and calibration are complete, adjust center-link back to desired header angle. Ref...

  • Page 144

    214323 126 revision a 1003668 figure 3.178: challenger combine display 4. Press header button. The header calibration page displays a warning. 1003669 figure 3.179: challenger combine display 5. Read warning message, and then press green check mark button. 1003670 figure 3.180: challenger combine di...

  • Page 145

    214323 127 revision a adjusting header height (challenger 6 series) once auto header height control (ahhc) is activated, press and release header lower button on control handle. The ahhc will automatically lower header to selected height setting. Note: changes may have been made to combine controls ...

  • Page 146

    214323 128 revision a 1003730 a figure 3.183: challenger combine display 2. Press header control (a). The header control page displays. 1003731 figure 3.184: challenger combine display 3. Go to table settings tab. 4. Press up arrow on max up pwm to increase percentage number and increase raise speed...

  • Page 147

    214323 129 revision a 1003730 a figure 3.185: challenger combine display 2. Press header control button (a). The header control page appears. You can adjust sensitivity on this page using up and down arrows. 1003732 figure 3.186: challenger combine display 3. Adjust sensitivity to maximum setting. 4...

  • Page 148

    214323 130 revision a calibrating auto header height control (gleaner r62/r72) for best performance of the auto header height control (ahhc), perform these procedures with center-link set to d. When setup and calibration are complete, adjust center-link back to desired header angle. Refer to 3.7.4 h...

  • Page 149

    214323 131 revision a 1003611 b a figure 3.188: combine control console 1. Engage main threshing clutch (a) and header clutch (b). 1003612 a figure 3.189: throttle 2. Speed throttle (a) to over 2000 rpm. Operation.

  • Page 150

    214323 132 revision a 1003615 a b figure 3.190: combine header control system 3. Push auto header height button (a). The led light (b) should flash continuously indicating that it is in standby mode and waiting for a response from operator. 1003616 a figure 3.191: header down button 4. Briefly press...

  • Page 151

    214323 133 revision a 3.8.6 gleaner r65/r66/r75/r76 and s series combines (except s9 series) checking voltage range from combine cab (gleaner r65/r66/r75/r76 and s series) note: changes may have been made to combine controls or display since this document was published. Refer to combine operator ’s ...

  • Page 152

    214323 134 revision a figure 3.195: combine heads-up display 1003563 a b c 4. Ensure header float is unlocked. 5. Press and hold button (a) on heads-up display for three seconds to enter diagnostic mode. 6. Scroll down using button (b) until left is displayed on lcd screen. 7. Press ok button (c). T...

  • Page 153

    214323 135 revision a figure 3.196: combine auto header height controls 1003579 a b 1. Press auto mode (a) button until ahhc led light (b) begins flashing. If rtc light is flashing, press auto mode (a) button again until it switches to ahhc. 1003580 a figure 3.197: control handle 2. Briefly press bu...

  • Page 154

    214323 136 revision a note: changes may have been made to combine controls or display since this document was published. Refer to combine operator ’s manual for updates. Figure 3.198: combine auto header height controls 1003586 a b c d e f g a - auto mode button b - ahhc light c - cal1 button d - ra...

  • Page 155

    214323 137 revision a 8. Wait for header tilt left light (not shown) to start flashing, and then tilt header to maximum left position. 9. Press cal2 button (g) until header tilt left light (not shown) stops flashing, and release button when header tilt right light (not shown) begins flashing. 10. Ti...

  • Page 156

    214323 138 revision a 1003733 a b figure 3.200: header raise and lower adjustable restrictors the auto header height control (ahhc) system ’s stability is affected by hydraulic flow rates. Ensure that header raise (a) and header lower (b) adjustable restrictors in hydraulic valve block are adjusted ...

  • Page 157

    214323 139 revision a 1002565 a b figure 3.202: float indicator box note: the ideal ground pressure, in most cases, is one number of separation on ahhc from having header fully suspended off ground (b) to just resting on ground (a). Adjusting sensitivity of auto header height control (gleaner r65/r6...

  • Page 158

    214323 140 revision a when sensitivity adjustment dial (a) is set to maximum (turned completely clockwise), only small changes in ground height are needed to cause feeder house to raise or lower. In this position, cutterbar moves up and down approximately 19 mm (3/4 in.) before control module signal...

  • Page 159

    214323 141 revision a displayed on lcd (a) as xxx cm or xx in. Figure 3.205: combine heads-up display 1003626 a b c d e f operation.

  • Page 160

    214323 142 revision a alarm conditions: if an error message is received from fuse panel, an audible alarm sounds. The lcd on electronic instrument panel (eip) indicates header system in error as hdr ctrl followed by hgt err for height, and hdr ctrl followed by tilt err for tilt. The header height le...

  • Page 161

    214323 143 revision a 1018443 a b c d figure 3.206: gleaner s9 a - tyton terminal b - hydro handle/ground speed lever c - throttle lever d - header control cluster the agco tyton terminal is used to set up and manage a macdon draper header on an gleaner s9 combine. The terminal has a touch screen so...

  • Page 162

    214323 144 revision a 1018403 a b e c d e figure 3.209: header configuration menu on header settings page 3. Touch header configuration field (a). A page showing predefined headers opens. • if your macdon header is already set up, it appears on header list. Touch macdon header title (b) to highlight...

  • Page 163

    214323 145 revision a 1018413 10184131018413 a figure 3.210: header settings 4. To specify type of header installed on machine, touch header type field (a). 1018404 a b figure 3.211: header type 5. A list of predefined header types appears. • for macdon draper and flexdraper headers, touch power flo...

  • Page 164

    214323 146 revision a 1018411 a b figure 3.213: header settings 7. Touch reel diameter field (a) and a numeric keypad displays. Enter 40 as macdon reel diameter. 8. Touch reel ppr (speed pulses per revolution) field (b) and enter 30 as ppr value for your macdon header. (ppr is number of teeth on ree...

  • Page 165

    214323 147 revision a note: changes may have been made to combine controls or display since this document was published. Refer to combine operator ’s manual for updates. 1018428 a figure 3.216: reel settings on combine main menu 1. From combine main menu, touch reel settings (a) to open reel setting...

  • Page 166

    214323 148 revision a 1018475 figure 3.219: calibration progress 6. A message appears in calibration wizard when reel calibration has started. The reel will begin turning slowly and increase to high speed. A progress bar is provided. If necessary, touch red x to cancel. Otherwise, wait for message t...

  • Page 167

    214323 149 revision a 1018432 a figure 3.221: header speed control settings 3. Header speed: header tilt and raise/lower speed is adjusted in header control speed area (a) of header settings page. • tilt left and right is lateral tilt of combine faceplate. • header up and down (slow and fast speeds)...

  • Page 168

    214323 150 revision a figure 3.223: header settings inputs for macdon headers calibrating header (gleaner s9 series) the auto header control functions are configured on header settings page. Caution clear the area of other persons, pets, etc. Keep children away from machinery. Walk around the machin...

  • Page 169

    214323 151 revision a 1018420 1018420 a figure 3.225: calibration 2. Touch calibrate (a) at bottom right of page. The header calibration page displays. 1018426 a b c figure 3.226: header calibration page the right of page shows calibration information (a). Results are shown for a variety of sensors ...

  • Page 170

    214323 152 revision a 1018422 a figure 3.228: header calibration 4. When sensor values are stable, touch calibrate icon (a). 1018438 figure 3.229: header calibration warning 5. The hazard message warning page for header calibration appears. Before proceeding with calibration by touching green check ...

  • Page 171

    214323 153 revision a 1018436 a b c figure 3.231: completed calibration page 7. When calibration is complete, a message displays, and summary information (a) is shown. Green check marks confirm functions have been calibrated (b). Touch bottom green check mark (c) to save. 1018440 a figure 3.232: dir...

  • Page 172

    214323 154 revision a 1018443 a b c d figure 3.233: gleaner s9 a - tyton terminal b - hydro handle/ground speed lever c - throttle lever d - header control cluster these are primary controls to be used to engage and use auto header height control (ahhc) function. 1018468 a b figure 3.234: header con...

  • Page 173

    214323 155 revision a 1018469 a figure 3.236: header control cluster 4. Use header height setpoint control dial (a) as necessary to fine-tune setpoint position. Header in-field settings note: changes may have been made to combine controls or display since this document was published. Refer to combin...

  • Page 174

    214323 156 revision a 1018476 a figure 3.238: scroll wheel for adjustments the scroll wheel (a) is on right of tyton terminal. 1018469 a figure 3.239: header control cluster header height setpoint control dial (a) is on header control cluster. 3.8.8 john deere 50 series combines output voltage range...

  • Page 175

    214323 157 revision a 1003464 a b figure 3.240: float indicator box with auto header height sensor 1. Position header 150 mm (6 in.) above ground, and rest it on safety props. Unlock adapter float. Note: if header is not on down stops during next two steps, voltage may go out of range during operati...

  • Page 176

    214323 158 revision a checking voltage range from combine cab before checking voltage range, follow these steps: 1. Position header 150 mm (6 in.) above ground, and unlock adapter float. 1001416 a b figure 3.243: float lock 2. Check that float lock linkage is on down stops (washer [a] and nut [b] ca...

  • Page 177

    214323 159 revision a figure 3.245: john deere combine display 1003559 a b c d 4. Press diagnostic button (d) on monitor —dla appears on monitor. 5. Press up button (a) until eo1 appears on monitor —this is header adjustment. 6. Press enter button (c). 7. Press up (a) or down button (b) until 24 is ...

  • Page 178

    214323 160 revision a adjusting voltage limits 1002553 a b c d figure 3.246: ahhc sensor assembly a - sensor support mounting bolts b - sensor support c - sensor mounting bolts d - potentiometer 1. To adjust high voltage limit: a. Extend guard angle fully. Header angle indicator should be at d. B. P...

  • Page 179

    214323 161 revision a a 1018828 1018828 figure 3.247: combine display 4. Press diagnostic button (a) on monitor —dla appears on monitor. 1018829 a figure 3.248: combine display 5. Press cal button (a) —dia-cal appears on the monitor. Operation.

  • Page 180

    214323 162 revision a 1003592 figure 3.249: combine display 6. Press up or down buttons until hdr appears on the monitor. 7. Press enter button —hdr h-dn appears on the monitor. 8. Fully lower feeder house to ground. Note: hold header down switch for 5 –8 seconds to ensure feeder house is fully lowe...

  • Page 181

    214323 163 revision a 1003642 a b c d e figure 3.251: john deere combine display 1. Press diagnostic button (a) on monitor. Dia appears on the monitor. 2. Press up button (b) until eo1 appears on monitor, and press enter (d). This is header adjustment. 3. Press up (b) or down (c) button until 112 is...

  • Page 182

    214323 164 revision a note: the numbers depicted on displays in these illustrations are for reference purposes only; they are not intended to represent specific settings for your equipment. Operating auto header height to operate your auto header height, follow these steps: 1015233 a figure 3.253: a...

  • Page 183

    214323 165 revision a 1015143 a b c figure 3.255: hydrostatic lever 2. Once header height resume and auto header control are turned on, use buttons 2 (b) and 3 (c) on your hydrostatic lever for active header control. Note: button 1 (a) is reserved for auto height resume which will return header to a...

  • Page 184

    214323 166 revision a combine low voltage limit high voltage limit minimum range john deere 60 series 0.7 v 4.3 v 3.0 v check sensor ’s output voltage range from combine cab according to instructions that follow. Note: changes may have been made to combine controls or display since this document was...

  • Page 185

    214323 167 revision a figure 3.260: john deere combine display 1003559 a b c d 4. Press diagnostic button (d) on monitor —dia appears on monitor. 5. Press up button (a) until eo1 appears on monitor —this is header adjustment. 6. Press enter button (c). 7. Press up (a) or down button (b) until 24 is ...

  • Page 186

    214323 168 revision a caution check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. 1. Ensure center-link is set to d. 2. Rest header on down stops, and unlock adapter float. 3. Put wings in locked position. 4. Start combine. 1003591 a b figure 3.261: john deere combine display 5. Press diagnostic ...

  • Page 187

    214323 169 revision a 1003593 a b figure 3.263: john deere combine display 10. Press cal button (a) to save calibration of header. Hdr h-up appears on monitor. 11. Raise header three feet off ground and press cal (a) button. Eoc appears on monitor. 12. Press enter button (b) to save calibration of h...

  • Page 188

    214323 170 revision a 1003642 a b c d e figure 3.265: john deere combine display 1. Press diagnostic button (a) on monitor. Dia appears on the monitor. 2. Press up button (b) until eo1 appears on monitor, and press enter (d). This is header adjustment. 3. Press up (b) or down (c) button until 128 is...

  • Page 189

    214323 171 revision a 1003642 a b c d e figure 3.267: john deere combine display 1. Press diagnostic button (a) on monitor. Dia appears on the monitor. 2. Press up button (b) until eo1 appears on monitor, and press enter (d). This is header adjustment. 3. Press up (b) or down (c) button until 112 is...

  • Page 190

    214323 172 revision a note: the numbers depicted on displays in these illustrations are for reference purposes only; they are not intended to represent specific settings for your equipment. 3.8.10 john deere 70 series combines checking voltage range from combine cab (john deere 70 series) the auto h...

  • Page 191

    214323 173 revision a 1003464 a b figure 3.270: float indicator box 3. Adjust cable take-up bracket (b) (if necessary) until pointer (a) on float indicator is on 0. 1003568 a figure 3.271: john deere combine display 4. Press home page button (a) on main page of combine display. 1003569 a figure 3.27...

  • Page 192

    214323 174 revision a 1003570 a b figure 3.273: john deere combine control console 6. Use scroll knob (a) to highlight middle icon (the green i) and press check mark button (b) to select it. This will display message center. 1003571 a b figure 3.274: john deere combine display 7. Use scroll knob to ...

  • Page 193

    214323 175 revision a 1003573 b a c figure 3.276: john deere combine display 10. Use scroll knob to highlight down arrow (a) and press check mark button to scroll through list until 029 data (b) is displayed and voltage reading (c) appears on combine display. 11. Ensure header float is unlocked. 12....

  • Page 194

    214323 176 revision a 1003597 a b figure 3.277: john deere combine display 5. Press button located fourth from left along top of monitor (a) to select icon that resembles an open book with a wrench on it (b). 6. Press top button (a) a second time to enter diagnostics and calibration mode. 1015017 a ...

  • Page 195

    214323 177 revision a note: if an error code appears on page, sensor is not in correct working range. Refer to checking voltage range from combine cab (john deere 70 series), page 172 to check and adjust range. Setting sensitivity of auto header height control (john deere 70 series) note: changes ma...

  • Page 196

    214323 178 revision a 1003636 a b c figure 3.282: john deere combine control console 1. Press button (a) and current raise/lower rate setting will appear on monitor (the lower reading, slower rate). 2. Use scroll knob (b) to adjust rate. The adjustment will be saved automatically. Note: if page rema...

  • Page 197

    214323 179 revision a 1001416 a b figure 3.284: float lock 2. Check that float lock linkage is on down stops (washer [a] and nut [b] cannot be moved) at both locations. Note: if header is not on down stops during next two steps, voltage may go out of range during operation causing a malfunction of a...

  • Page 198

    214323 180 revision a 1003767 a figure 3.287: john deere combine display 5. Press diagnostic readings icon (a) on calibration page. The diagnostic readings page appears. This page provides access to calibrations, header options, and diagnostic information. 1003768 a figure 3.288: john deere combine ...

  • Page 199

    214323 181 revision a 1003770 a figure 3.290: john deere combine display 9. Press icon (a) until it reads page 5 near top of the page and following sensor readings appear: • left header height • center header height • right header height a reading is displayed for only center header height sensor. O...

  • Page 200

    214323 182 revision a 1016113 a b figure 3.292: john deere combine display note: the feeder house fore/aft tilt controls can be changed to work with buttons e and f by pressing hydro handle icon (a) and then selecting feeder house fore/aft tilt from drop-down menu (b) on combine display. To calibrat...

  • Page 201

    214323 183 revision a 1016119 a figure 3.294: john deere combine display 5. Select calibrations drop-down menu (a) to view list of calibration options. 1016123 a figure 3.295: john deere combine display 6. Press arrow (a) to cycle up though calibration options and select feeder house fore/aft tilt r...

  • Page 202

    214323 184 revision a 1016137 figure 3.297: john deere combine display 8. Follow instructions that appear on combine display. As you proceed through calibration process, display will automatically update to show next step. Note: if an error code appears during calibration, sensor is out of voltage r...

  • Page 203

    214323 185 revision a 1003776 a figure 3.299: john deere combine display 5. Select threshing clearance (a) and a list of calibration options appears. 1003777 a b figure 3.300: john deere combine display 6. Select feeder house speed (a) and calibrate. 7. Select header (b) and calibrate. 1003778 a fig...

  • Page 204

    214323 186 revision a 1 003779 a figure 3.302: john deere combine display 9. Click button (a) and instructions will appear on screen to guide you through remaining calibration steps. Note: if an error code appears during calibration, sensor is out of voltage range and will require adjustment. Refer ...

  • Page 205

    214323 187 revision a 1003758 a figure 3.304: john deere combine display 2. Press – or + icon (a) to adjust rates. Note: the numbers depicted on displays in these illustrations are for reference purposes only; they are not intended to represent specific settings for your equipment. Adjusting manual ...

  • Page 206

    214323 188 revision a 1003759 a figure 3.306: john deere combine display 2. Press – or + icon (a) to adjust rates. Note: the numbers depicted on displays in these illustrations are for reference purposes only; they are not intended to represent specific settings for your equipment. 1014883 a figure ...

  • Page 207

    214323 189 revision a 1003955 a figure 3.309: combine display 2. Select combine – header setup ahc icon (a). The combine – header setup ahc screen appears. 1018640 a b figure 3.310: combine display 3. Select top-left (a) and top-center (b) icons for auto height sensing and return to cut. 10039571003...

  • Page 208

    214323 190 revision a 1014883 a figure 3.312: float indicator box note: the ideal ground pressure —in most cases—is one number (on float indicator box) above header suspended off ground. For example, if float indicator needle (a) is positioned at 0 with header suspended off ground, then ideal ground...

  • Page 209

    214323 191 revision a 3.8.12 john deere s7 series combines this section applies to john deere s7 series combines only. Setting up header (john deere s7 series) note: changes may have been made to combine controls or display since this document was published. Refer to combine operator ’s manual for u...

  • Page 210

    214323 192 revision a 1022768 a figure 3.317: john deere s7 display – header details window 3. Verify correct header width is displayed under width. 4. To change header width, select field (a). The width window opens. 1022769 figure 3.318: john deere s7 display – setting header width 5. Use the on-s...

  • Page 211

    214323 193 revision a 1022770 a figure 3.320: john deere s7 display – header page 7. The raise/lower speed, tilt speed, height sensitivity, and tilt sensitivity can all be adjusted from this page. Select the option (a) you would like to adjust. This example shows the raise/lower speed adjustment. 10...

  • Page 212

    214323 194 revision a 1022773 a figure 3.323: john deere s7 display – auto header controls 11. If the header has not been calibrated yet, an error icon will appear on the height sensing button (a). Select button (a) to view error message. 1022775 1022775 figure 3.324: john deere s7 display – height ...

  • Page 213

    214323 195 revision a 1001416 a b figure 3.325: float lock 2. Check that float lock linkage is on down stops (washer [a] and nut [b] cannot be moved) at both locations. Note: if header is not on down stops during next two steps, voltage may go out of range during operation causing a malfunction of a...

  • Page 214

    214323 196 revision a 1022779 a b figure 3.328: john deere s7 display – menu 5. On the menu page, select the system tab (a). The menu opens. 6. Select diagnostics center icon (b). The diagnostics center opens. 1022780 a figure 3.329: john deere s7 display – diagnostics center 7. Select ahc - sensing...

  • Page 215

    214323 197 revision a calibrating feeder house (john deere s7 series) feeder house calibration must be done before header calibration. For best performance of auto header height control (ahhc), perform these procedures with center-link set to d. When setup and calibration are complete, adjust center...

  • Page 216

    214323 198 revision a 1022789 a b figure 3.333: john deere s7 display – calibrations and procedures 7. Select header tab (a). 8. Select feeder house raise speed calibration (b). The fh raise speed calibration page displays. 1022793 a figure 3.334: john deere s7 display – feeder house calibration 9. ...

  • Page 217

    214323 199 revision a 1022813 figure 3.336: john deere s7 display – feeder house calibration 11. Follow the instructions on the screen. As you proceed through the calibration process, the display will automatically update to show next step. Note: if an error code appears during calibration, the sens...

  • Page 218

    214323 200 revision a 1022778 a figure 3.338: john deere s7 display – harvesting page 4. On the harvesting page, select the menu icon (a) in the bottom right corner of screen. The menu opens. 1022786 a b figure 3.339: john deere s7 display – machine settings 5. Select the machine settings tab (a), 6...

  • Page 219

    214323 201 revision a 1022799 a figure 3.341: john deere s7 display – header calibration 9. Select calibrate (a) at bottom of page. The calibration overview window opens. 1022802 a figure 3.342: john deere s7 console 10. Press button (a) on console to set engine to high idle. 1022810 figure 3.343: j...

  • Page 220

    214323 202 revision a 1022828 13. When calibration is complete, select save to confirm calibration. 3.8.13 claas 500 series combines auto header height sensor voltage requirements the auto header height sensor output must be within a specific voltage range for the feature to work properly. Combine l...

  • Page 221

    214323 203 revision a 1003462 a figure 3.345: float indicator reading 1 v 3. Measure voltage between ground and signal wires at ahhc sensor in float indicator with a voltmeter (a). Note: the voltage reading should be below 4.3 v. 1003465 a figure 3.346: float indicator reading 4.3 v 4. Fully lower c...

  • Page 222

    214323 204 revision a c. Loosen potentiometer mounting bolts (c). D. Rotate potentiometer (d) clockwise to increase low voltage limit, or counterclockwise to decrease it. E. Tighten potentiometer mounting bolts (c). 3. When readings are in proper range, auto header height control can be calibrated. ...

  • Page 223

    214323 205 revision a 1003749 a b c figure 3.349: claas combine controls 3. Use – key (a) or + key (b) to turn on ahhc, and press ok (c). 4. Engage threshing mechanism and header. 1003782 figure 3.350: claas combine display 5. Use key to select cutt.Height limits, and press ok. 6. Follow procedure d...

  • Page 224

    214323 206 revision a 1003784 a b figure 3.352: claas combine display 9. Use line (a) or value (b) to determine sensitivity setting. Note: the setting can be adjusted from 0 –100%. When sensitivity is adjusted to 0%, signals from sensing bands have no effect on automatic cutting height adjustment. W...

  • Page 225

    214323 207 revision a 1010068 c d a b e figure 3.354: claas combine controls 6. Use key (d) to select cutting height page, and press ok key (e). 7. Use – key (a) or + key (b) to set desired cutting height. An arrow indicates selected cutting height on scale. 1003744 a b figure 3.355: joystick button...

  • Page 226

    214323 208 revision a 1003746 a b c d figure 3.356: joystick buttons 1. Use button (a) to raise header, or button (b) to lower header to desired cutting height. 2. Press and hold button (c) for three seconds to store cutting height into claas electronic on-board information system (cebis). An alarm ...

  • Page 227

    214323 209 revision a 1003784 a b figure 3.358: claas combine display 3. Use line (a) or value (b) to determine sensitivity setting. Operation.

  • Page 228

    214323 210 revision a figure 3.359: flow chart for setting sensitivity of float optimizer 1018094 operation.

  • Page 229

    214323 211 revision a adjusting auto reel speed (claas 500 series) the reel speed can be preset when automatic header functions are activated. Follow these steps to preset reel speed. Note: changes may have been made to the combine controls or display since this document was published. Refer to the ...

  • Page 230

    214323 212 revision a 1003753 a figure 3.362: combine rotary switch 4. If desired, manually adjust reel speed by rotating rotary switch to reel position (a), and then use – or + key to set reel speed. Window e15 will display selected reel speed. 1003744 a b figure 3.363: joystick buttons 5. Press an...

  • Page 231

    214323 213 revision a 1003750 figure 3.364: combine display 1003754 figure 3.365: combine display 6. Use key to select reel window. When reel window is selected, window e15 will display current advance or retard speed of reel in relation to ground speed. 1010068 c d a b e figure 3.366: combine contr...

  • Page 232

    214323 214 revision a 1003751 a b c d figure 3.367: joystick buttons note: reel fore-aft position can also be set using joystick. 9. Press and hold button (c) or button (d) for 3 seconds to store setting into cebis (claas electronic on-board information system). An alarm will sound when the new sett...

  • Page 233

    214323 215 revision a 1022918 a b figure 3.368: float indicator with auto header height sensor 2. The pointer (a) on float indicator should point at 0. If it does not, adjust cable bracket (b) until pointer (a) on float indicator points to 0. 1003462 a figure 3.369: float indicator reading 1 v 3. Me...

  • Page 234

    214323 216 revision a adjusting voltage limits 1002553 a b c d figure 3.371: ahhc sensor assembly 1. To adjust high voltage limit: a. Extend guard angle fully. Header angle indicator should be at d. B. Position header 150 –254 mm (6–10 in.) above ground. Float indicator should be at 0. C. Loosen sen...

  • Page 235

    214323 217 revision a 1003686 a b figure 3.372: claas combine display, console, and joystick 3. To calibrate auto contour, use control knob (a) to scroll left and right in top row until auto contour icon (b) is highlighted. Press control knob (a) to select it. 1003688 a b figure 3.373: claas combine...

  • Page 236

    214323 218 revision a 1003689 a b figure 3.375: claas combine display, console, and joystick 6. After pressing control knob, letter a and screwdriver icon (b) appear on screen (as shown). 7. Use control knob (a) to highlight the screwdriver icon (b). 8. Exit cab to engage combine separator and feede...

  • Page 237

    214323 219 revision a setting cutting height (claas 700 series) to set cutting height, follow these steps. Caution check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. Note: changes may have been made to the combine controls or display since this document was published. Refer to the combine operat...

  • Page 238

    214323 220 revision a 1003736 a b figure 3.380: claas combine display, console, and joystick lever 1. Use control knob (a) to highlight header/reel icon (b), and press control knob (a) to select it. The header/reel dialog box opens. 2. Select header icon. 1003737 a b figure 3.381: claas combine disp...

  • Page 239

    214323 221 revision a adjusting auto reel speed (claas 700 series) adjust auto reel speed as follows: note: changes may have been made to the combine controls or display since this document was published. Refer to combine operator ’s manual for updates. 1003736 a b figure 3.383: claas combine displa...

  • Page 240

    214323 222 revision a 1003740 a figure 3.385: claas combine display, console, and joystick 3. Select actual value (a) from auto reel speed dialog menu (if you are using auto reel speed). The actual value indicates auto reel speed. 1003741 a figure 3.386: claas combine display, console, and joystick ...

  • Page 241

    214323 223 revision a 3.8.15 new holland combines cx/cr series (cr series – model year 2014 and earlier) note: for new holland cr models 6.80, 6.90, 7.90, 8.90, 9.90, and 10.90, refer to 3.8.16 new holland combines (cr series – model year 2015 and later), page 233 . Checking voltage range from combi...

  • Page 242

    214323 224 revision a 1003672 a figure 3.390: new holland combine display 5. Select diagnostics (a) on main page. The diagnostics page displays. 6. Select settings. The settings page displays. 1003673 a figure 3.391: new holland combine display 7. Select group drop-down arrow (a). The group dialog b...

  • Page 243

    214323 225 revision a 1003675 a b figure 3.393: new holland combine display 9. Select left header height sen (a), and then select graph button (b). The exact voltage is displayed at top of page. 10. Raise and lower header to see full range of voltage readings. 11. Adjust voltage limits (refer to adj...

  • Page 244

    214323 226 revision a 1003582 figure 3.395: new holland combine display 3. Select header autofloat, and press enter. 4. Use up and down navigation keys to move between options, and select installed. Calibrating auto header height control (new holland cr/cx series) for best performance of auto header...

  • Page 245

    214323 227 revision a 1003605 a figure 3.396: new holland combine display 2. Select header (a), and press enter. The calibration dialog box opens. Note: you can use up and down navigation keys to move between options. 1003606 1003606 figure 3.397: new holland combine display 3. Follow calibration st...

  • Page 246

    214323 228 revision a caution check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. 1003774 figure 3.398: new holland calibration dialog box 1. Select maximum stubble height calibration dialog box. As you proceed through calibration process, display will automatically update to show next step. 1003...

  • Page 247

    214323 229 revision a 1003628 figure 3.400: new holland combine display 1. Select header raise rate on combine display. 2. Use + or – buttons to change setting. 3. Press enter to save new setting. Note: the raise rate can be changed from 32 to 236 in steps of 34. The factory setting is 100. Setting ...

  • Page 248

    214323 230 revision a 1003627 figure 3.402: new holland combine display 1. Engage threshing and feeder house. 2. Select height sensitivity on combine display screen. 3. Use + or – buttons to change setting to 200. 4. Press enter to save new setting. Note: the sensitivity can be changed from 10 to 25...

  • Page 249

    214323 231 revision a note: it is not necessary to press rocker switch (d) again after adjusting. 1014883 a figure 3.404: float indicator box note: the ideal ground pressure —in most cases—is one number (on float indicator box) above header suspended off ground. For example, if float indicator needl...

  • Page 250

    214323 232 revision a 1015006 a figure 3.406: new holland combine display 2. On head 1 page, change cutting type from flex to platform as shown at (a). 1015007 a figure 3.407: new holland combine display 3. On head 2 page, change header sub type from default to 80/90 as shown at (a). 1015008 a b c f...

  • Page 251

    214323 233 revision a 3.8.16 new holland combines (cr series – model year 2015 and later) this section applies only to 2015 and later cr models (6.80, 6.90, 7.90, 8.90, 9.90, and 10.90). For other new holland combine models, refer to 3.8.15 new holland combines cx/cr series (cr series – model year 2...

  • Page 252

    214323 234 revision a 1016105 a b c figure 3.411: new holland combine display 4. Select head 1 (a). The header setup 1 page displays. 5. Select cutting type drop-down arrow (b) and change cutting type to platform (c). 1016059 a figure 3.412: new holland combine display 6. Select header sub type drop...

  • Page 253

    214323 235 revision a 1016057 a figure 3.414: new holland combine display 8. Select head 2 (a). The header setup 2 page displays. 1016062 a b c d figure 3.415: new holland combine display 9. Select autofloat drop-down arrow and set autofloat to installed (a). 10. Select auto header lift drop-down ar...

  • Page 254

    214323 236 revision a caution check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. 1. Position header 150 mm (6 in.) above ground, and unlock adapter float. 1001416 a b figure 3.417: float lock 2. Check that float lock linkage is on down stops (washer [a] and nut [b] cannot be moved) at both locat...

  • Page 255

    214323 237 revision a 1009526 a b figure 3.419: 10 volt ahhc sensor assembly 4. Ensure header float is unlocked. 1016049 a figure 3.420: new holland combine display 5. Select diagnostics (a) on main page. The diagnostics page displays. 1016050 a figure 3.421: new holland combine display 6. Select se...

  • Page 256

    214323 238 revision a 1016053 a b figure 3.422: new holland combine display 7. Select header height/tilt (a) from group drop-down menu. 8. Select header height sens. L (b) from parameter drop-down menu. 1016055 a b figure 3.423: new holland combine display 9. Select graph (a). The exact voltage (b) ...

  • Page 257

    214323 239 revision a • no faults have been received from header height controller (hhc) module. • header/feeder is disengaged. • lateral float buttons are not pressed. • esc key is not pressed. To calibrate ahhc, follow these steps: 1016108 a figure 3.424: new holland combine display 1. Select cali...

  • Page 258

    214323 240 revision a 1016110 a figure 3.426: new holland combine display 3. Select header (a) from list of calibration options. 1016111 figure 3.427: new holland combine display 4. Follow calibration steps in order in which they appear on screen. As you proceed through calibration process, display ...

  • Page 259

    214323 241 revision a setting auto height (new holland cr series) this procedure applies only to 2015 and later cr models (6.80, 6.90, 7.90, 8.90, 9.90, and 10.90). 1015008 a b c figure 3.429: new holland combine controls the console has two buttons used for auto height presets. The toggle switch th...

  • Page 260

    214323 242 revision a 1016152 a figure 3.431: new holland combine display 3. Select run tab that shows manual height. Note: the manual height field may appear on any of run tabs. When an auto height set point button is pressed, display will change to auto height (a). 4. Lower header to ground. 5. Se...

  • Page 261

    214323 243 revision a 1016064 figure 3.434: new holland combine display 4. Set maximum work height to desired value. 5. Press set and then press enter. 3.8.17 replacing auto header height control (ahhc) sensor the auto header height control (ahhc) sensor/potentiometer sends a signal to combine allow...

  • Page 262

    214323 244 revision a 1014710 a b c figure 3.436: ahhc sensor 3. Position sensor control arm (a) against stop (b). 4. Install new sensor (c) onto linkage arm with wiring plug facing away from stop. 5. Pretension sensor ’s internal spring by rotating sensor (c) until bolt holes align with holes on br...

  • Page 263

    214323 245 revision a 3.8.18 sensor operation 1003801 a b c figure 3.439: power, ground, and signal wires the position sensors supplied with auto header height control (ahhc) system are 1000 ohm (1 k) industrial series sensors containing sealed connectors. Normal operating signal voltages for sensor...

  • Page 264

    214323 246 revision a 3.9 levelling the header the adapter is factory-set to provide the proper level for the header and should not normally require adjustment. If the header is not level, perform the following checks prior to adjusting the levelling linkages: • check that header knife drive compart...

  • Page 265

    214323 247 revision a 1001748 a figure 3.443: bell crank note: ensure a minimum clearance of 2 –3 mm (1/8 in.) (a) between the frame and the back of the bell crank lever. Note: check the float after levelling header. Refer to checking and adjusting header float, page 59 . Operation.

  • Page 266

    214323 248 revision a 3.10 unplugging the cutterbar 1. Stop the forward movement of the machine and disengage the header drives. 2. Raise the header to prevent it from filling with dirt, and engage the header drive clutch. Caution lowering rotating reel on a plugged cutterbar will damage the reel co...

  • Page 267

    214323 249 revision a 3.11 unplugging the adapter 1. Stop the forward movement of the machine and disengage the header drives. 2. Raise the header slightly off the ground, and raise the reel. 3. Reverse the combine feed according to the manufacturers specifications (reverse feed varies among differe...

  • Page 268

    214323 250 revision a 3.12 upper cross auger (uca) 1001211 a figure 3.444: upper cross auger the uca (a) improves delivery of very bulky crops across the header and into the combine. Beater bars assist in delivering material through the header opening, but the beater bars are removable if wrapping o...

  • Page 269

    214323 251 revision a 3.12.2 installing beater bars warning to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key before adjusting machine. 1001652 a b c figure 3.446: beater bars 1. Lower the header to the ground, stop the engine, and remove the key f...

  • Page 270

    214323 252 revision a 3.13 transporting header warning do not drive combine with header attached on a road or highway at night, or in conditions which reduce visibility, such as fog or rain. The width of the header may not be apparent under these conditions. 3.13.1 transporting header on combine cau...

  • Page 271

    214323 253 revision a attaching header to towing vehicle caution adhere to the following slow speed transport instructions to prevent loss of control leading to bodily injury and/or machine damage: • weight of towing vehicle must exceed header weight to ensure adequate control and braking performanc...

  • Page 272

    214323 254 revision a 3.13.3 converting from transport to field position removing tow-bar 1001721 a b c d figure 3.447: tow-bar assembly 1. Block the tires to prevent the header from rolling, and unhook the header from the towing vehicle. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector (a) on the tow-bar. 3....

  • Page 273

    214323 255 revision a storing the tow-bar 1004704 a b c d figure 3.450: tow-bar storage 1. Place the inner end of the outer half of the tow-bar into cradle (a) on the left side of the header backtube. 2. Secure clevis/pintle end of the tow-bar in support (b) on the endsheet using hitch pin (c). Secu...

  • Page 274

    214323 256 revision a 7. Attach the header to the combine. Refer to 4 header attachment/detachment, page 269 . 8. Place the transport wheels into field position. Refer to the following: • moving front (left) wheels into field position, page 256 • moving rear (right) wheels into field position, page ...

  • Page 275

    214323 257 revision a 1005658 a b figure 3.454: front (left) wheels 7. Lift the wheel assembly to the desired height and slide linkage (a) into the appropriate slot in the vertical support. 8. Push handle (b) down to lock. Moving rear (right) wheels into field position 1001739 a figure 3.455: rear w...

  • Page 276

    214323 258 revision a 1001635 d c b a e figure 3.457: right rear axle 6. Pull pin (a) on brace (b) on the left wheel in front of the cutterbar. Disengage the brace from the cutterbar, and lower the brace against axle (c). 7. Remove pin (d), lower support (e) onto axle, and reinsert pin into support....

  • Page 277

    214323 259 revision a 1001741 figure 3.459: field position 13. Complete the conversion by ensuring the left side (a) and right side (b) wheels are in the position shown. 3.13.4 converting from field to transport position moving front (left) wheels into transport position danger to avoid bodily injur...

  • Page 278

    214323 260 revision a 1009369 a b c d figure 3.461: left front wheels 3. Remove the hair pin and clevis pin (a). 4. Pull latch handle (b) to release suspension linkage (c), and pull the suspension linkage away from the spindle (d). 5. Lower the wheels slowly. 1005665 b figure 3.462: locking linkage ...

  • Page 279

    214323 261 revision a 1010515 a b c figure 3.463: left front wheels 7. Remove pin (a) from storage at the top of leg (b). 8. Move and swivel the wheels clockwise until connector (c) is turned towards the front end of the header. 9. Insert pin (a) and turn to lock. 10. Lower the header until the left...

  • Page 280

    214323 262 revision a 1001629 a b c d figure 3.465: wheel position 6. Remove pin (a) and install at location (b) to secure the linkage. Turn the pin to lock. 7. Pull pin (d), swivel the wheel (c) counterclockwise 90°, and release the pin to lock. 1001152 figure 3.466: left wheel in transport positio...

  • Page 281

    214323 263 revision a 1001227 a b c figure 3.468: right rear wheel 10. Lock wheel (a) with pin (b). Move right axle (c) to the front of the header. 1001627 a b c d e f figure 3.469: right rear wheel position 11. Remove pin (a), raise support (b) to the position shown, and reinsert pin. Important: en...

  • Page 282

    214323 264 revision a attaching tow-bar the tow-bar consists of two sections, which make storage and handling easier. 1004705 a b c d figure 3.470: tow-bar removal – right side 1. Unhook rubber strap (d) from cradle (a) on the right side of the header. 2. Remove clevis pin (c) and detach the tube en...

  • Page 283

    214323 265 revision a 1004715 a b figure 3.472: tow-bar assembly 8. Connect outer half (b) of the tow-bar to inner half (a). 100071510007151000715 a b figure 3.473: tow-bar assembly 9. Lift outer half (b) and insert it into inner half (a). 1010274 a b c figure 3.474: tow-bar assembly 10. Secure the ...

  • Page 284

    214323 266 revision a 1004626 a b c d figure 3.475: attaching tow-bar 12. Position tow-bar (a) onto the axle, and push against latch (b) until the tow-bar pins drop into hooks (c). 13. Check that latch (b) has engaged the tow-bar. 14. Install clevis pin (d) and secure with hairpin. 1010275 a figure ...

  • Page 285

    214323 267 revision a 3.14 storing the header perform the following procedures at the end of each operating season: caution never use gasoline, naphtha, or any volatile material for cleaning purposes. These materials may be toxic and/or flammable. Caution cover cutterbar and knife guards to prevent ...

  • Page 287

    214323 269 revision a 4 header attachment/detachment this chapter includes instructions for setting up, attaching, and detaching the header. Combine refer to case ih 7010, 8010, 7120, 8120, 9120, 5088, 6088, 7088, 5130, 6130, 7130, 7230, 8230, 9230 4.2 case ih combines, page 270 john deere 60, 70, s...

  • Page 288

    214323 270 revision a 4.2 case ih combines 4.2.1 attaching header to case ih combine danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator ’s seat for any reason. 1001498 b a figure 4.1: feeder house lock 1...

  • Page 289

    214323 271 revision a 1001438 b a d c figure 4.3: combine and adapter 5. On left of feeder house, lift lever (a) on adapter and push handle (b) on combine to engage locks (c) on both sides of feeder house. 6. Push down on lever (a) so slot in lever engages handle and locks handle in place. 7. If loc...

  • Page 290

    214323 272 revision a 1005878 a c b figure 4.6: hydraulic connection 12. Position coupler onto adapter receptacle (a) and push handle (b) (not shown) to engage multicoupler pins into receptacle. 13. Push handle (b) to closed position until lock button (c) snaps out. 1002526 a figure 4.7: electrical ...

  • Page 291

    214323 273 revision a 1009370 a b figure 4.9: electrical connection 16. Align lugs on connector (a) with slots in receptacle (b), push connector onto receptacle, and turn collar on connector to lock it in place. 1001470 a figure 4.10: driveline storage hook 17. Rotate disc (a) on adapter driveline s...

  • Page 292

    214323 274 revision a 1002467 a b figure 4.12: float lock in unlock position 19. Disengage each adapter float lock by moving latch (a) away from adapter and moving both header float lock levers (b) down (unlock). Header attachment/detachment.

  • Page 293

    214323 275 revision a 4.2.2 detaching header from case ih combine danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason. 1009372 a figure 4.13: float locked 1. Choose...

  • Page 294

    214323 276 revision a 1002507 b a figure 4.15: driveline 5. Slide the driveline into the hook (a) until the disc (b) drops securing the driveline in place. 1009373 a b c d e figure 4.16: multicoupler 6. Remove the electrical connector (a) and replace the cover (b). 7. Push in the lock button (c) and...

  • Page 295

    214323 277 revision a 1001458 c b a figure 4.18: adapter receptacle 10. Push the handle (a) on the adapter receptacle to the closed position until the lock button (b) snaps out. Close the cover (c). 1001460 b a c figure 4.19: feeder house locks 11. Lift the lever (a) and pull and lower the handle (b...

  • Page 296

    214323 278 revision a 4.3 challenger, gleaner, and massey ferguson combines 4.3.1 attaching header to challenger, gleaner, or massey ferguson combine danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator ’s...

  • Page 297

    214323 279 revision a 1014361 c figure 4.22: alignment pins on feeder house note: feeder house may not be exactly as shown. 1001491 a figure 4.23: feeder house and adapter 3. Raise feeder house slightly to lift header, ensuring feeder house saddle (a) is properly engaged in adapter frame. 4. Stop en...

  • Page 298

    214323 280 revision a 6. Start engine and lower header. 7. Stop engine and remove key from ignition. Note: the ca25 combine adapter is equipped with a multicoupler that connects to the combine. If combine is equipped with individual connectors, a multicoupler kit (single-point connector) must be ins...

  • Page 299

    214323 281 revision a 1001479 b a figure 4.26: adapter multicoupler 9. Raise handle (a) to release multicoupler (b) from adapter. 1001492 b a figure 4.27: combine receptacle 10. Push handle (a) on combine to fully open position. 11. Clean mating surfaces of multicoupler (b) and receptacle if necessa...

  • Page 300

    214323 282 revision a 1001470 a figure 4.29: driveline 14. Rotate disc (a) on adapter driveline storage hook, and remove driveline from hook. 1001494 a b figure 4.30: driveline 15. Pull back collar (a) on end of driveline, and push driveline onto combine output shaft (b) until collar locks. Header a...

  • Page 301

    214323 283 revision a 4.3.2 detaching header from challenger, gleaner, or massey ferguson combine danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason. 1009372 a fig...

  • Page 302

    214323 284 revision a 1001452 d c figure 4.33: driveline 5. Slide the driveline into the hook (a) until the disc (b) drops securing the driveline in place. 1001496 a b c figure 4.34: multicoupler 6. Disconnect the harness at the connector (a). 7. Move the handle (b) on the combine multicoupler to th...

  • Page 303

    214323 285 revision a 1001497 a b figure 4.36: challenger and massey ferguson 1001133 b a figure 4.37: gleaner r and s series 10. Use the lock handle (b) to retract the lugs (a) at the base of the feeder house. 1001132 b a figure 4.38: adapter on combine 11. Lower the feeder house until the saddle (...

  • Page 304

    214323 286 revision a 4.4 john deere combines 4.4.1 attaching header to john deere combine danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator ’s seat for any reason. 1001393 a b c d figure 4.39: combine ...

  • Page 305

    214323 287 revision a 1009376 a b figure 4.41: multicoupler 6. Position multicoupler (a) onto receptacle, and pull handle (b) to engage lugs on multicoupler into the handle. 7. Pull handle (b) to a horizontal position and ensure multicoupler (a) is fully engaged into receptacle. 1009377 a b figure 4...

  • Page 306

    214323 288 revision a 1001470 a figure 4.44: driveline 12. Rotate disc (a) on adapter driveline storage hook, and remove driveline from hook. 1001412 b a figure 4.45: driveline 13. Pull back collar (a) on end of driveline, and push driveline onto combine output shaft (b) until collar locks. Header a...

  • Page 307

    214323 289 revision a 1002467 a b figure 4.46: float lock in unlock position 14. Disengage each adapter float lock by moving latch (a) away from adapter and moving both header float lock levers (b) down (unlock). Header attachment/detachment.

  • Page 308

    214323 290 revision a 4.4.2 detaching header from john deere combine danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason. 1009372 a figure 4.47: float locked 1. Cho...

  • Page 309

    214323 291 revision a 1001420 e d figure 4.49: driveline 5. Slide the driveline into the hook (a) until the disc (b) drops securing the driveline in place. 1001379 a figure 4.50: multicoupler storage 6. Lift the handle (a) on the adapter. 1001135 e b c d a figure 4.51: multicoupler 7. Disconnect the...

  • Page 310

    214323 292 revision a 1001421 b a figure 4.52: multicoupler storage 10. Position the multicoupler (a) on the adapter receptacle and lower the handle (b) to lock the multicoupler. 1001422 a b figure 4.53: feeder house locks 11. Push the handle (a) on the combine towards the feeder house to disengage ...

  • Page 311

    214323 293 revision a 4.5 claas combines 4.5.1 attaching header to claas combine danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator ’s seat for any reason. 1001462 a b figure 4.55: pins retracted 1. Move...

  • Page 312

    214323 294 revision a 1001463 a b figure 4.57: adapter pin 5. Remove locking pin (b) from adapter pin (a). 1001536 a b c figure 4.58: engaging pins 6. Lower handle (a) to engage pins (b) into feeder house. Reinsert locking pin (c) and secure with the hairpin. 7. Stop engine and remove key from ignit...

  • Page 313

    214323 295 revision a 1001139 a figure 4.60: receptacle cover 9. Place ca25 receptacle cover (a) onto combine receptacle. 1022901 a b c d figure 4.61: coupler 10. Clean mating surface of coupler (a) and position onto ca25 receptacle (b). 11. Turn knob (c) to secure coupler to receptacle. 12. Connect...

  • Page 314

    214323 296 revision a 1001516 a figure 4.63: driveline and output shaft 14. Attach driveline (a) to combine output shaft. 1002467 a b figure 4.64: float lock in unlock position 15. Disengage each adapter float lock by moving latch (a) away from adapter and moving both header float lock levers (b) do...

  • Page 315

    214323 297 revision a 4.5.2 detaching header from claas combine danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason. 1009372 a figure 4.65: float locked 1. Choose a...

  • Page 316

    214323 298 revision a 1001452 d c figure 4.67: driveline 5. Slide the driveline into hook (a) until disc (b) drops securing the driveline in place. 1022912 a b c d figure 4.68: coupler 6. Remove electrical connector from adapter receptacle (a). 7. Unscrew knob (b) on coupler (c) to release the coupl...

  • Page 317

    214323 299 revision a 1001140 a b figure 4.70: combine coupler 9. Position coupler (b) onto the combine receptacle, and turn knob (a) to secure the coupler to the receptacle. 1022904 a figure 4.71: adapter receptacle cover 10. Place cover (a) on the adapter receptacle. 1001528 c b a figure 4.72: fee...

  • Page 318

    214323 300 revision a 1001522 a b figure 4.73: header on combine 14. Lower the feeder house until the feeder house posts (a) disengage the ca25 (b). 15. Back the combine away slowly from the ca25. Header attachment/detachment.

  • Page 319

    214323 301 revision a 4.6 new holland combines 4.6.1 attaching header to new holland cr/cx combine danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator ’s seat for any reason. 1001498 b a figure 4.74: feed...

  • Page 320

    214323 302 revision a 1001141 b c a d e figure 4.76: feeder house locks 5. Lift lever (a) on ca25 on left side of feeder house, and push handle (b) on combine to engage locks (c) on both sides of feeder house. 6. Push down on lever (a) so slot in lever engages handle and locks handle in place. 7. Lo...

  • Page 321

    214323 303 revision a 1001501 1001501 b c a d figure 4.79: connections 12. Position coupler (a) onto ca25 receptacle, and push handle (b) to engage pins into receptacle. 13. Push handle (b) to closed position until lock button (c) snaps out. 14. Remove cover on ca25 electrical receptacle. 15. Remove...

  • Page 322

    214323 304 revision a 1002467 a b figure 4.82: float lock in unlock position 19. Disengage each adapter float lock by moving latch (a) away from adapter and moving both header float lock levers (b) down (unlock). Header attachment/detachment.

  • Page 323

    214323 305 revision a 4.6.2 detaching header from new holland cr/cx combine danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason. 1009372 a figure 4.83: float locked...

  • Page 324

    214323 306 revision a 1001452 d c figure 4.85: driveline 5. Slide the driveline into hook (a) until disc (b) drops securing the driveline in place. 1001503 c b a figure 4.86: adapter connections 6. Push in lock button (b), and pull handle (c) to release multicoupler (a). 1001506 h f g m figure 4.87:...

  • Page 325

    214323 307 revision a 1001146 b a figure 4.88: combine coupler 8. Position hydraulic quick coupler (a) onto storage plate (b) on the combine. 1002536 a figure 4.89: adapter connections 9. Remove electrical connector (a) from the adapter. 1002537 a figure 4.90: combine couplers 10. Connect the electr...

  • Page 326

    214323 308 revision a 1002538 a figure 4.91: adapter receptacles 11. Replace cover (a) on the adapter receptacle. 1001142 b a c figure 4.92: feeder house locks 12. Lift lever (a) and pull and lower handle (b) to disengage feeder house/adapter lock (c). 1001143 a b figure 4.93: header on combine 13. ...

  • Page 327

    214323 309 revision a 4.6.3 cr feed deflectors for new holland combines only: short feed deflectors have been factory-installed on the adapter to improve feeding into the feeder house. They may also have been installed as an option on older machines. Remove the feed deflectors if necessary. Refer to...

  • Page 328

    214323 310 revision a 4.7 attaching and detaching header from ca25 and combine attaching/detaching procedures are the same for all makes and models of combines. Headers can be attached to the ca25 from either field or transport configurations. The procedures in this manual require that the ca25 rema...

  • Page 329

    214323 311 revision a 1009372 a figure 4.96: float locked 6. Engage both float locks by lifting each lock lever (a) upwards until it latches into the lock position. Note: stabilizer/slow speed transport wheels can be used to support the header. A b figure 4.97: fillers 7. Remove the two hex head bol...

  • Page 330

    214323 312 revision a 1002910 a b c d figure 4.98: ca25 latch 9. Remove the 9/16 in. Nut from bolt (c). 10. Use a 24 mm (15/16 in.) wrench on hex bolt (b) to rotate latch (a) downwards and slightly raise the feed deck to access and remove bolt (c). 11. Rotate the latch (a) up and back to lower the c...

  • Page 331

    214323 313 revision a 1005126 a figure 4.101: header leg on block 18. Place a 150 mm (6 in.) block (a) under the header leg. This will assist with disconnecting the center-link. 19. Disengage combine lift cylinder locks, start engine, and lower header until the header leg rests on the block or stabi...

  • Page 332

    214323 314 revision a 1004595 a b figure 4.104: header connections 25. Disconnect electrical connector (b). 26. Disconnect knife and draper drive hydraulic hoses (a) at bracket. Cap off ends immediately to avoid loss of oil. 27. Store and secure hoses on adapterfloat module frame. 1001571 a b figure...

  • Page 333

    214323 315 revision a 1001570 a figure 4.107: hose storage 30. Store and secure the hoses and electrical connector on the adapter at position (a) as shown. 31. Ensure the header is on the ground or is supported by the wheels in transport mode. Caution never start or move the machine until you are su...

  • Page 334

    214323 316 revision a 1004600 a b figure 4.109: header underside 2. Ensure the hooks (a) are in the storage position as shown and do not interfere with the installation of the adapter arms into the channel (b). 1001555 a figure 4.110: latch 3. Ensure the latches (a) at the front corners of the adapt...

  • Page 335

    214323 317 revision a 1004601 a b c figure 4.112: adapter underside 8. Start engine, and lower combine feeder house so that adapter arms (b) are aligned with header balance channels (b). 9. Drive slowly forward, maintaining alignment between adapter arms (a) and header balance channels (b). 10. Keep...

  • Page 336

    214323 318 revision a 1004597 a figure 4.115: reel hydraulics caution always connect center-link before fully raising header. 15. Match the colored cable ties and connect the reel hydraulics (a) at the right end of the adapter. Caution be sure all bystanders are clear of machine before starting engi...

  • Page 337

    214323 319 revision a 1001561 b c a figure 4.118: adapter latch 24. Remove bolt (a) from both sides of the opening to allow the attachment of the adapter deck. 25. Rotate the latch (b) forward and down to engage the transition pan tube (c). 1001846 a b c figure 4.119: ca25 latch 26. Use a 24 mm (15/...

  • Page 338

    214323 320 revision a 1004595 a b figure 4.121: header connections 29. Connect knife and draper drive hydraulic hoses (b) at bracket. 30. Attach electrical connector (b). 1013901 a b figure 4.122: quick disconnect coupling 31. Connect the quick disconnects (if installed) as follows: a. Remove the co...

  • Page 339

    214323 321 revision a 5 maintenance and servicing the following instructions provide information about routine header service. Detailed maintenance and service information is contained in the technical service manual that is available from your dealer. A parts catalog is provided in the plastic manu...

  • Page 340

    214323 322 revision a 5.2 maintenance specifications 5.2.1 installing a sealed bearing 1001380 a b c d e figure 5.1: sealed bearing 1. Clean the shaft and apply a rust preventive coating. 2. Install the flangette (a), bearing (b), second flangette (c), and lock the collar (d). Note: the locking cam ...

  • Page 341

    214323 323 revision a 5.3 maintenance requirements periodic maintenance requirements are organized according to service intervals. Regular maintenance is the best insurance against early wear and untimely breakdowns. Following the maintenance schedule will increase your machine ’s life. When servici...

  • Page 342

    214323 324 revision a 5.3.1 maintenance schedule/record copy this page to continue record. Maintenance record action: ü ü - check ss - lubricate ▲▲ - change hour meter reading date serviced by first use, refer to 5.3.2 break-in inspection, page 326 end of season, refer to 5.3.4 end-of-season service...

  • Page 343

    214323 325 revision a maintenance record action: ▲▲ -- c chhaannggee ü knife drive belt tension ü wheel bolt torque ü knife drive box lubricant level ü knife drive box mounting bolts s auger drive chain s float pivots s float spring tensioners s reel drive chain s upper cross auger right bearing 250...

  • Page 344

    214323 326 revision a 5.3.2 break-in inspection break-in inspections involve checking belts, fluids, and performing general machine inspections for loose hardware or other areas of concern. Break-in inspections ensure that all components can operate for an extended period without requiring service o...

  • Page 345

    214323 327 revision a 5.3.4 end-of-season service perform the following procedures at the end of each operating season: caution never use gasoline, naphtha or any volatile material for cleaning purposes. These materials may be toxic and/or flammable. Caution cover cutterbar and knife guards to preve...

  • Page 346

    214323 328 revision a 5.3.5 checking hydraulic hoses and lines check hydraulic hoses and lines daily for signs of leaks. 1001207 figure 5.2: hydraulic pressure hazard warning • avoid high-pressure fluids. Escaping fluid can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Relieve pressure before disconnec...

  • Page 347

    214323 329 revision a service intervals every 10 hours use high temperature extreme pressure (ep2) performance with 1% max molybdenum disulphide (nlgi grade 2) lithium base unless otherwise specified. 1010041 figure 5.4: every 10 hours or daily knife: lubricate the knife every 10 hours or daily, exc...

  • Page 348

    214323 330 revision a every 50 hours use high temperature extreme pressure (ep2) performance with 1% max molybdenum disulphide (nlgi grade 2) lithium base unless otherwise specified. Figure 5.6: every 50 hours 1004744 1004746 1004745 1004774 1004741 1004743 b c d a a - drive roller bearing b - idler...

  • Page 349

    214323 331 revision a every 100 hours use high temperature extreme pressure (ep2) performance with 1% max molybdenum disulphide (nlgi grade 2) lithium base unless otherwise specified. Figure 5.7: every 100 hours 1004752 1004750 a 1004751 b 1004755 e e 1014110 a b c c d a - float pivot - right and le...

  • Page 350

    214323 332 revision a figure 5.8: every 100 hours 1010453 d a - knife drive box (check oil level between lower hole and end of dipstick [b]) c - upper cross auger bearing - one place d - main drive gearbox oil level. Refer to lubricating header drive gearbox, page 342 maintenance and servicing.

  • Page 351

    214323 333 revision a every 250 hours use high temperature extreme pressure (ep2) performance with 1% max molybdenum disulphide (nlgi grade 2) lithium base unless otherwise specified. Figure 5.9: every 250 hours 1004764 1004769 1004771 1004770 1004762 1004815 a a b d c a - upper cross auger drive sh...

  • Page 352

    214323 334 revision a use high temperature extreme pressure (ep2) performance with 1% max molybdenum disulphide (nlgi grade 2) lithium base unless otherwise specified. Figure 5.10: every 250 hours 1004775 1004812 1004776 1004777 1004773 1004772 b b a c d a a - auger pivots b - rear axle pivots c - f...

  • Page 353

    214323 335 revision a figure 5.11: every 250 hours 1010519 a a - double reel u-joint42 maintenance and servicing 42. U-joint has an extended lubrication cross and bearing kit. Stop greasing when greasing becomes difficult or if u-joint stops taking grease. Overgreasing will damage u-joint. Six to ei...

  • Page 354

    214323 336 revision a every 500 hours use high temperature extreme pressure (ep2) performance with 1% max molybdenum disulphide (nlgi grade 2) lithium base unless otherwise specified. Figure 5.12: every 500 hours 1004820 1004779 1004778 1004814 1004781 1004782 d c a b a - reel right bearing (one pla...

  • Page 355

    214323 337 revision a greasing procedure greasing points are marked on machine by decals showing a grease gun and grease interval in hours of operation. Master grease point location decals are provided on header and adapter back frame. Danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up ...

  • Page 356

    214323 338 revision a 1001332 figure 5.15: ca25 adapter master grease point decal 1001335 figure 5.16: single-knife header master grease point decal 1001333 figure 5.17: double-knife header master grease point decal 1. Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before greasing to avoid injecting dirt an...

  • Page 357

    214323 339 revision a lubricating reel drive chain – double reel danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator ’s seat for any reason. 1012795 a b c figure 5.18: drive cover – double reel 1. Stop th...

  • Page 358

    214323 340 revision a 1012796 a b figure 5.21: drive cover – double reel 5. Position lower drive cover (b) onto the reel drive (if previously removed) and secure with three bolts (a). 1012795 a b c figure 5.22: drive cover – double reel 6. Position upper drive cover (b) onto the reel drive and lower...

  • Page 359

    214323 341 revision a 1001338 a b c a a figure 5.23: auger drive 1. Remove the six bolts (a) securing the upper half of cover (c). 2. Loosen two bolts (b) at the rear of the cover. 3. Rotate the upper half (c) forwards to remove. 1013984 a b c figure 5.24: auger drive chain 4. Apply a liberal amount...

  • Page 360

    214323 342 revision a 1001338 a b c a a figure 5.25: auger drive 5. Reinstall the cover (c) by positioning the inboard lip into the auger tube and rotating back to engage the rear support. 6. Replace and tighten bolts (a) and (b). Lubricating header drive gearbox checking oil level in header drive g...

  • Page 361

    214323 343 revision a adding oil to header drive gearbox danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator ’s seat for any reason. 1001170 a b figure 5.27: header drive gearbox 1. Lower the cutterbar to...

  • Page 362

    214323 344 revision a 5.4 hydraulics the ca25 combine adapter ’s hydraulic system drives the adapter feed draper, side drapers, and knife drives. The combine ’s hydraulic system drives the reel hydraulics. The adapter frame acts as an oil reservoir. Refer to the inside back cover for oil requirement...

  • Page 363

    214323 345 revision a 1001384 a figure 5.30: oil reservoir filler cap 1. Shut down the combine, and remove the key from the ignition. 2. Clean any dirt or debris from the filler cap (a). 3. Loosen and remove the filler cap (a) by turning it counterclockwise. 4. Add warm oil (approximately 21°c [70°f...

  • Page 364

    214323 346 revision a 5.4.4 changing oil filter change the oil filter after the first 50 hours of operation and every 250 hours thereafter. Obtain filter service kit (md #183620). The kit includes one filter element, one o-ring, and one square-cut gasket. The o-ring should be used only with bosch hy...

  • Page 365

    214323 347 revision a 1020377 a b figure 5.34: parker manifold 4. Parker manifold only: if adapter fitting (a) (md #245160) requires replacement, two nuts (1 1/2-16 un-2a) are needed to properly torque fitting to manifold. To install adapter fitting, follow these steps: 1. Thread new adapter fitting...

  • Page 366

    214323 348 revision a 5.5 electrical system use electrical tape and wire clips as required to prevent wires from dragging or rubbing. Keep lights clean and replace defective bulbs. 5.5.1 replacing light bulbs 1001209 a figure 5.37: clearance light 1. Use a phillips screwdriver to remove screws (a) f...

  • Page 367

    214323 349 revision a 5.6 header drive the header drive consists of a driveline from the combine to the ca25 combine adapter gearbox that drives the feed auger and a hydraulic pump. The pump provides hydraulic power to the drapers, knives, and optional equipment. 5.6.1 removing driveline danger to a...

  • Page 368

    214323 350 revision a 5.6.2 installing driveline danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator ’s seat for any reason. Important: if the combine output shaft splines match the adapter input shaft sp...

  • Page 369

    214323 351 revision a 5.6.3 removing driveline guard the main driveline guard must remain attached to the driveline during operation, but it can be removed for maintenance purposes. Danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ign...

  • Page 370

    214323 352 revision a 1001392 a figure 5.44: driveline guard 4. Use a slotted screwdriver to release grease zerk/lock (a). Figure 5.45: driveline guard 5. Rotate the driveline guard locking ring (a) counterclockwise using a screwdriver until the lugs (b) line up with the slots in the guard. 6. Pull ...

  • Page 371

    214323 353 revision a 5.6.4 installing driveline guard 1001398 a b figure 5.46: driveline guard 1. Slide the guard onto the driveline, and line up the slotted lug on the locking ring (a) with the arrow (b) on the guard. 1001399 a figure 5.47: driveline guard 2. Push the guard onto the ring until the...

  • Page 372

    214323 354 revision a 1001403 a figure 5.49: driveline guard 4. Push the grease zerk (a) back into the guard. 1001404 a b figure 5.50: driveline 5. Assemble the driveline. Note: the splines are keyed to align the universals. Align weld (a) with the missing spline (b) when assembling. 1001420 e d fig...

  • Page 373

    214323 355 revision a 5.6.5 adjusting tension on gearbox drive chain the gearbox drive chain tension is factory-set, but tension adjustments are required every 500 hours or annually (whichever comes first). The gearbox drive chain, located inside the gearbox, requires no other regular maintenance. D...

  • Page 374

    214323 356 revision a 5.7 auger the ca25 combine adapter auger feeds the cut crop from the draper decks into the combine feeder house. 5.7.1 adjusting auger to pan clearance danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition be...

  • Page 375

    214323 357 revision a 1004731 a b c figure 5.55: auger clearance 6. Loosen two nuts (b). 7. Use adjuster bolt (a) to set clearance (c) to 5 –10 mm (3/16 –3/8 in.). Turn adjuster bolt (a) clockwise to increase clearance and counterclockwise to decrease clearance. Note: the clearance increases 25 –40 ...

  • Page 376

    214323 358 revision a 1018456 a b c figure 5.57: auger drive sprocket (correct) 5. Verify that the auger drive sprocket (a) is engaging the chain (b) completely through the adjustment slot (c). 1018457 a b c figure 5.58: auger drive sprocket (incorrect) note: if the auger drive sprocket (a) is not p...

  • Page 377

    214323 359 revision a 1022909 a b figure 5.60: auger drive 8. Rotate the auger (a) by hand, in forward direction, until it cannot turn anymore. 9. Measure the distance between the two lines (b). For a new chain: • if the difference (b) is 1–4 mm (0.04–0.16 in.), no adjustment is required. • if the d...

  • Page 378

    214323 360 revision a 1018699 c a a d b figure 5.61: auger drive 3. Remove the four bolts (a) securing the top cover to the left side of the auger chain case. 4. Remove bolts (b) on the cover retainer plate (d). 5. Remove top cover (c). 1018700 a b c figure 5.62: auger drive 6. Loosen bolt (c) secur...

  • Page 379

    214323 361 revision a 1018702 a b figure 5.63: auger drive 11. Rotate auger (a) by hand, in the reverse direction, until it cannot turn anymore. 12. Mark a line (b) on the drum that lines up with the one of the cover supports. 1018703 a b figure 5.64: auger drive 13. Rotate auger (a) by hand, in for...

  • Page 380

    214323 362 revision a 1018699 c a a d b figure 5.65: auger drive 16. Install top cover (c). 17. Install four bolts (a). 18. Install bolts (b) on cover retainer plate (d). 5.7.4 removing auger drive chain the chain tensioner can take up slack for only a single pitch. Replace the chain when the chain ...

  • Page 381

    214323 363 revision a 1018696 c a a e d f b g figure 5.66: auger drive 3. Remove the four bolts (a) securing the top cover to the left side of the auger chain case. 4. Loosen bolts (b) on cover retainer plate (f). 5. Remove top cover (c) complete with cover retainer plate (f). 6. Remove three bolts ...

  • Page 382

    214323 364 revision a 10032871003289 c b a figure 5.68: auger support 11. Remove lower bolt (a) and loosen top bolt (b). Swing c-clamp (c) up, and then slide the drive assembly to the right to allow the drive sprocket to fall off the shaft. 1003290 a figure 5.69: auger drive 12. Use a pry bar (a) to...

  • Page 383

    214323 365 revision a 1003291 figure 5.70: auger drive note: once the drum starts sliding to the right, the drive sprocket will fall off. 1003292 a figure 5.71: auger 13. Place a wooden block (a) under the drive end of the auger to prevent the auger from dropping onto the feed draper and damaging it...

  • Page 384

    214323 366 revision a 1003294 a b figure 5.73: auger drive 15. Slide left housing (a) back into position so endless chain (b) can be removed. 5.7.5 installing auger drive chain 1003436 figure 5.74: auger drive 1. Place the drive chain over the sprocket on the left side of the adapter. Slide the left...

  • Page 385

    214323 367 revision a 1003438 a b c figure 5.76: auger drive 7. Loosen nut (a) securing idler sprocket (b). 8. Rotate the auger in reverse to take up the slack in the lower strand of chain (c). 9. Push down idler sprocket (b) to eliminate the remaining slack in the lower strands (c). 10. Rotate the ...

  • Page 386

    214323 368 revision a 1018696 c a a e d f b g figure 5.79: auger drive 18. Reinstall bottom cover (e) and drive cover retainer (g). Engage the inboard lip of the cover into the auger tube and rotate the cover back to engage the rear support. 19. Secure with bolts (d). 20. Install top cover (c) and c...

  • Page 387

    214323 369 revision a 1001431 a b figure 5.80: auger 4. Remove screws (a) and remove the access cover (b) closest to the tine you are removing. 1001433 a b c d figure 5.81: auger 5. Remove hairpin (a), pull tine (b) out of bushing (c) from inside the auger, and remove the tine from the auger by pull...

  • Page 388

    214323 370 revision a 1001437 h f figure 5.83: auger 7. Remove screws (a) securing plastic guide (b) to the auger, and remove the guide from inside the auger. 1014184 a b figure 5.84: plug 8. Position plug (a) (md #187137 available from macdon parts) into the hole from inside the auger, and secure w...

  • Page 389

    214323 371 revision a installing feed auger tines danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always stop engine and remove key before leaving the operator ’s seat, and always engage safety props before going under the machine for any reason. 1. Raise...

  • Page 390

    214323 372 revision a 1001434 d g figure 5.88: tine note: if installing the #6 tine (a), it must be inserted through square drive tube (b). 7. Secure the #6 tine (a) in bushing (c) with hairpin (d). Install the hairpin with the closed end leading with respect to auger forward rotation. 1001431 a b f...

  • Page 391

    214323 373 revision a 1007518 a b figure 5.91: auger 2. Position plastic guide (b) from inside the auger and secure with screws (a). Coat screws with loctite ® #243 (or equivalent) and torque to 8.5 nm (75 lbf·in). 3. Install the replacement tine. Refer to installing feed auger tines, page 371 . 5.7...

  • Page 392

    214323 374 revision a 1001431 a b figure 5.94: auger 5. Replace access cover (b) and secure with screws (a). Coat screws with loctite ® #243 (or equivalent) and torque to 8.5 nm (75 lbf ∙in). Installing flighting extensions 1004648 a b c figure 5.95: flighting extension 1. Place flighting extensions...

  • Page 393

    214323 375 revision a 1004645 a figure 5.97: flighting extension 3. Mark hole locations (a) (three per extension), and drill 76 mm (3/8 in.) holes into the auger tube. 1001431 a b figure 5.98: auger 4. Install bolts to secure the flighting extensions in place. 5. Remove screws (a) and remove the nea...

  • Page 394

    214323 376 revision a 5.8 knife warning keep hands clear of the area between guards and knife at all times. 1001215 figure 5.99: cutterbar hazard caution to avoid personal injury, before servicing machine or opening drive covers, refer to 5.1 preparing machine for servicing, page 321 . Caution wear ...

  • Page 395

    214323 377 revision a 1009473 a c d b figure 5.101: knife bar 7. Reposition bars (c) and/or (d) on knife (a) and install lock nuts (b). Note: if replacing screws, ensure they are fully inserted. Do not use nuts to draw screws into the knife bar. 8. Torque nuts to 9.5 nm (7 lbf ∙ft). 5.8.2 removing k...

  • Page 396

    214323 378 revision a 5.8.3 removing knifehead bearing warning to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under machine for any reason. Warning stand to rear of knife during removal to reduc...

  • Page 397

    214323 379 revision a 5.8.4 installing knifehead bearing 1003865 a b c d e figure 5.104: knifehead bearing assembly 1. Place o-ring (e) and plug (d) into knifehead. Important: install the bearing with the stamped end (the end with the identification markings) facing up. 2. Use a flat-ended tool with...

  • Page 398

    214323 380 revision a 1002943 a figure 5.106: knifehead 7. Install grease zerk (a) into the knifehead pin, and turn the grease zerk for easy access. Important: grease knifehead just enough to start a slight downward movement. Overgreasing will lead to knife misalignment which causes guards to overhe...

  • Page 399

    214323 381 revision a 1001260 figure 5.108: upward adjustment 1. Stop engine and remove the key from ignition. 2. Position the tool as shown, and pull up to adjust the guard tips upwards. 1001261 figure 5.109: downward adjustment 3. Position the tool as shown, and push down to adjust the guard tips ...

  • Page 400

    214323 382 revision a 1009493 b c a figure 5.110: pointed guards 1. Shut down the combine, and remove the key from the ignition. 2. Stroke the knife manually until the knife sections are spaced midway between the guards. 3. Remove two nuts (b) and bolts attaching guard (a) and hold-down (c) (if appl...

  • Page 401

    214323 383 revision a 1001459 b a c d figure 5.113: center guards center guard replacement warning to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under machine for any reason. 1. Shut down the c...

  • Page 402

    214323 384 revision a 1001478 b c d a a figure 5.115: stub guards 1. Shut down the combine, and remove the key from the ignition. 2. Stroke the knife manually until the knife sections are spaced midway between the guards. 3. Remove the two nuts (a) and bolts attaching the guard (b) and hold-down (c)...

  • Page 403

    214323 385 revision a 1001478 b c d a a figure 5.117: stub guards 5. Position the plastic wearplate (if applicable), replacement guard (b), adjuster bar (d), hold-down (c), and install bolts and nuts (a). Do not tighten. 6. Check and adjust the clearance between the hold- downs and the knife. Refer ...

  • Page 404

    214323 386 revision a 1005336 a b c d figure 5.118: center guards 7. Shut down the combine, and remove the key from the ignition. 8. Remove the two nuts (a) and bolts attaching the guard (b), hold-down (c), and adjuster bar (d) to the cutterbar. 9. Remove guard (b), plastic wearplate (if installed),...

  • Page 405

    214323 387 revision a 1018610 a b c figure 5.119: normal guard hold-down 1. Shut down combine, and remove key from ignition. 2. Manually stroke knife to locate section (a) under hold- down (b). 3. At standard guard locations, push knife section (a) down against guard (c) and measure clearance betwee...

  • Page 406

    214323 388 revision a 1009509 a b c figure 5.121: cutterbar 1. Shut down combine, and remove key from ignition. 2. Decrease clearance by turning bolt (b) clockwise to lower front of hold-down (a). 3. Increase clearance by turning bolt (b) counterclockwise to raise front of hold-down. Note: for large...

  • Page 407

    214323 389 revision a checking stub guard hold-downs this procedure is applicable to single- and double-knife headers with stub guards. Warning to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key before adjusting machine. Measure clearance between ho...

  • Page 408

    214323 390 revision a 1018576 a b c d e f figure 5.125: double-knife center stub guard hold-down 5. Double-knife center stub guard: manually stroke knife to locate sections under hold-down (b). 6. Measure clearance between knife sections (a) and (c) with a feeler gauge. The clearance should be as fo...

  • Page 409

    214323 391 revision a 1018605 c d b e f a figure 5.127: double-knife center stub guard sheet metal hold-down: 1018606 d c b a figure 5.128: stub guard sheet metal hold-down 9. Manually stroke knife to center section (a) under hold- down (b) as shown. 10. Decrease clearance by turning bolt (c) clockw...

  • Page 410

    214323 392 revision a installing knifehead shield the knifehead shield is supplied in flattened form, but it can be bent to suit installation on pointed or stub guard cutterbars. Knifehead shields differ slightly depending on header size and guard configuration, so ensure you are using the proper kn...

  • Page 411

    214323 393 revision a 5.9 knife drive 5.9.1 knife drive box knife drive boxes convert rotational motion into the reciprocating motion of the knife, and are belt driven by a hydraulic motor that is powered by the hydraulic pump on the adapter. There is one knife drive box on single-reel headers and t...

  • Page 412

    214323 394 revision a removing knife drive box danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always stop engine and remove key before leaving the operator ’s seat, and always engage safety props before going under the machine for any reason. 1002407 a b...

  • Page 413

    214323 395 revision a 1009512 a b c figure 5.133: knife drive 6. Remove belt (a) from drive pulley (b). 7. Slip belt (a) over and behind knife drive box pulley (c). Use the notch in the pulley to assist with belt removal. 1002952 a b c figure 5.134: knifehead 8. Stroke the knife manually to its oute...

  • Page 414

    214323 396 revision a 1018850 c d e a b figure 5.135: knife drive box 15. Remove bolt (a) that clamps the knife drive arm to the knife drive box output shaft. 16. Remove knife drive arm (b) from the knife drive box output shaft. 17. Remove the four knife drive box mounting bolts (c) and (d). Caution...

  • Page 415

    214323 397 revision a installing knife drive box pulley 1002343 b a figure 5.137: knife drive box 1. Ensure the splines and bores in the pulley and drive arm are free of paint, oil, and solvents. 2. Apply two bands (a) of loctite ® #243 adhesive (or equivalent) around the shaft as shown. Apply one b...

  • Page 416

    214323 398 revision a 1002342 b a figure 5.139: knife drive box 4. Apply two bands (a) of loctite ® #243 (or equivalent) to the output shaft as shown. Apply one band at the end of the output shaft and the second band at the approximate midpoint location. 5. Slide output arm (b) onto the output shaft...

  • Page 417

    214323 399 revision a 1017936 a b c d e figure 5.142: knifehead 8. Slide the knife into place and align the knifehead with the output arm. 9. For ease of removing or installing knifehead pin, remove grease zerk from pin. 10. Install knifehead pin (a) through the output arm and into the knifehead. Ta...

  • Page 418

    214323 400 revision a changing oil in knife drive box change the knife drive box lubricant after the first 50 hours of operation and every 1000 hours (or 3 years) thereafter. 1004791 a b figure 5.145: knife drive box 1. Shut down the combine, and remove the key from the ignition. 2. Raise the header...

  • Page 419

    214323 401 revision a 1002407 a b figure 5.146: knife drive 1. Shut down the combine, and remove the key from the ignition. 2. Open the endshield. 3. Loosen the two bolts (a) securing the motor assembly to the header endsheet. 4. Loosen the belt tension by turning tensioning bolt (b) counterclockwis...

  • Page 420

    214323 402 revision a installing knife drive belts the procedure for installing non-timed knife drive belts is the same for both sides of the header. Danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always stop engine and remove key before leaving the oper...

  • Page 421

    214323 403 revision a 1005157 a b c figure 5.151: non-timed knife drive 1. Shut down machine, and remove key from the ignition. 2. Open the endshield. 3. Loosen the two bolts (a) securing the motor assembly to the header endsheet. 4. Turn adjuster bolt (b) clockwise to move drive motor until a force...

  • Page 422

    214323 404 revision a 5.10 adapter feed draper caution to avoid personal injury, before servicing machine or opening drive covers, refer to 5.1 preparing machine for servicing, page 321 . 5.10.1 replacing ca25 feed draper replace draper if torn, cracked, or missing slats. Danger to avoid bodily inju...

  • Page 423

    214323 405 revision a 1001540 a b c d c figure 5.155: adapter feed draper 8. Install the new draper over drive roller (a) with the chevron cleat (b) pointing towards the front of the adapter. Make sure the draper guides fit in drive roller grooves (c). 9. Pull the draper along the bottom of the adap...

  • Page 424

    214323 406 revision a 3. Ensure the draper guide (rubber track on the underside of the draper) is properly engaged in the groove of the drive roller and the idler roller is between the guides. 102234110223411022341 a b c d figure 5.157: feed draper tensioner (spring box drawn transparent) note: the ...

  • Page 425

    214323 407 revision a 1005638 a b c figure 5.159: tensioner 4. Loosen jam nut (a) and hold nut (b) with a wrench while turning bolt (c) counterclockwise to release the draper tension. Repeat at the opposite side. 1014024 a b figure 5.160: draper connector 5. Remove screws (a) and nuts, and remove th...

  • Page 426

    214323 408 revision a 1003743 b a c figure 5.162: hydraulic motor 10. Remove the four bolts (a) securing hydraulic motor (b) to the frame. Slide the hydraulic motor away from drive roller (c). 11. Remove drive roller (c). Installing ca25 feed draper drive roller 1003743 b a c figure 5.163: motor 1. ...

  • Page 427

    214323 409 revision a replacing adapter feed draper drive roller bearing removing ca25 feed draper drive roller bearing danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always stop engine and remove key before leaving the operator ’s seat, and always engag...

  • Page 428

    214323 410 revision a installing ca25 feed draper drive roller bearing 1002992 a b c figure 5.167: bearing 1. Install bearing flanges (c) and the bearing. 2. Install three bolts (b) to secure the bearing and flanges (c) to the feed deck. 3. Lock bearing collar (a) and tighten the setscrew. 4. Tensio...

  • Page 429

    214323 411 revision a 1014024 a b figure 5.169: draper connector 4. Remove screws (a) and nuts, and remove the draper connector straps (b). 5. Open the feed draper. 1003003 a b c figure 5.170: idler roller 6. Remove two bolts (a) and nuts (c) from both ends of the idler roller. 7. Remove idler rolle...

  • Page 430

    214323 412 revision a 1002996 a b figure 5.172: idler roller 2. Remove nut (a). 3. Use a hammer to tap bearing assembly (b) until it slides off the shaft. 1002997 a b d c figure 5.173: bearing assembly 4. Secure housing (d) and remove internal retaining ring (a), bearing (b), and two seals (c). 5. I...

  • Page 431

    214323 413 revision a installing ca25 feed draper idler roller 1003003 a b c figure 5.175: idler roller 1. Position idler roller assembly (b) in the feed deck. 2. Install two bolts (a) and nuts (c) at both ends of the idler roller. 1014024 a b figure 5.176: draper connector 3. Close the feed draper ...

  • Page 432

    214323 414 revision a 1018205 a b c figure 5.177: feed deck polyethylene door 3. Rotate latches (a) to unlock handles (b). 4. Hold pan (c) and rotate handles (b) downward to release pan. 1018204 a figure 5.178: feed deck polyethylene door 5. Lower plastic pan (a) and check for debris that may have f...

  • Page 433

    214323 415 revision a 5.10.6 raising polyethylene door – adapter feed deck 1018204 a b c figure 5.179: feed deck polyethylene door 1. Raise plastic pan (a). 2. Attach hooks (b) to lock handle (c). Important: ensure all three hooks are secured. 1018205 a b c figure 5.180: feed deck polyethylene door ...

  • Page 434

    214323 416 revision a 5.11 adapter stripper bars and feed deflectors 5.11.1 removing stripper bars 1014035 b a a figure 5.181: stripper bar 1. Detach the header from the combine. Refer to 4 header attachment/detachment, page 269 . 2. Remove the four bolts and nuts (a) securing stripper bar (b) to th...

  • Page 435

    214323 417 revision a 5.11.3 replacing feed deflectors on new holland cr combines 1. Detach the header from the combine. Refer to 4 header attachment/detachment, page 269 . 1001577 a x figure 5.183: feed deflector – end view 2. Measure gap (b) between existing feed deflector (a) and the forward edge...

  • Page 436

    214323 418 revision a 5.12 side drapers two side drapers convey cut crop to the adapter ’s feed draper and auger. Replace side drapers if torn, cracked, or missing slats. 5.12.1 removing side drapers danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always ...

  • Page 437

    214323 419 revision a 1001169 figure 5.186: installing draper 1. Apply talc, baby powder, or talc/graphite lubricant mix to the draper surface that forms the seal with the cutterbar and to the underside of the draper guides. 2. Insert the draper into the deck at the outboard end under the rollers. P...

  • Page 438

    214323 420 revision a 1005955 a b c figure 5.189: draper seal 8. Check the draper seal between the drapers and the cutterbar. Ensure there is a 1 –2 mm (0.04–0.08 in.) gap (a) between cutterbar (c) and draper (b). 9. Refer to 5.12.5 adjusting deck height, page 424 to achieve the proper gap. 5.12.3 c...

  • Page 439

    214323 421 revision a to adjust draper tension, follow these steps: caution check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. 1. Start engine and raise header. 2. Stop engine, remove key from ignition, and engage header safety props. 1008417 a figure 5.191: drive roller 3. Check that draper gui...

  • Page 440

    214323 422 revision a 1008415 a b c d e figure 5.193: tension adjuster (left shown – right opposite) important: do not adjust nut (c). This nut is used for draper alignment only. 5. If draper is too tight, turn adjuster bolt (a) counterclockwise to loosen draper. The white indicator bar (b) will mov...

  • Page 441

    214323 423 revision a 1001579 b a z x y figure 5.194: draper tracking adjustments a - drive roller b - idler roller x - drive roller adjust y - idler roller adjust z - draper rotation direction 1. Refer to table 5.1, page 422 to determine which roller requires adjustment and which adjustments are ne...

  • Page 442

    214323 424 revision a 5.12.5 adjusting deck height danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason. Important: new factory installed drapers are pressure and he...

  • Page 443

    214323 425 revision a 1009729 a b figure 5.199: deck adjustment 5. Lift the front edge of the draper (a) past cutterbar (b) to expose the deck support. 6. Measure and note the thickness of the draper belt. 1003841 a b c figure 5.200: deck support 7. Loosen the two lock nuts (a) on deck support (b) o...

  • Page 444

    214323 426 revision a 1006432 a b c d figure 5.202: backsheet deflector 13. Adjust the backsheet deflector (a) (if required) by loosening nut (d) and moving the deflector until there is a 1 –7 mm (1/32–5/16 in.) gap (c) between draper (b) and the deflector. 5.12.6 side draper roller maintenance the ...

  • Page 445

    214323 427 revision a 1. Start the engine, raise the header, and raise the reel. 2. Stop the engine, and remove the key from the ignition. 3. Engage the reel safety props, and engage the header safety props. 1009590 a figure 5.204: tensioner 4. Loosen the draper by turning adjuster bolt (a) counterc...

  • Page 446

    214323 428 revision a replacing side draper idler roller bearing 1. Remove the draper idler roller assembly. Refer to removing side draper idler roller, page 426 . 1009595 a b c d e a figure 5.207: idler roller bearing 2. Remove bearing assembly (a) and seal (b) from the roller tube (c) as follows: ...

  • Page 447

    214323 429 revision a installing side draper idler roller 1009591 a b c a figure 5.209: idler roller 1. Position the stub shaft into the idler roller in forward arm (b) on the deck. 2. Push on the roller to slightly deflect the forward arm so the stub shaft at the rear of the roller can be slipped i...

  • Page 448

    214323 430 revision a 1010063 a b figure 5.211: draper connector 5. Remove the connectors (b), screws (a), and nuts from the draper joint to uncouple the draper. 6. Pull the draper off the drive roller. 1002979 a b c b figure 5.212: drive roller 7. Align the setscrews with hole (a) in the guard. Rem...

  • Page 449

    214323 431 revision a replacing side draper drive roller bearing 1. Remove the draper idler roller assembly. Refer to removing side draper drive roller, page 429 . 1009595 a b c d e a figure 5.214: idler roller bearing 2. Remove bearing assembly (a) and seal (b) from the roller tube (c) as follows: ...

  • Page 450

    214323 432 revision a installing side draper drive roller 1002981 a b figure 5.216: drive roller 1. Position drive roller (b) between the roller support arms. 2. Attach roller (b) to arm at forward end of deck with bolt (a). Support other end of roller and torque bolt to 95 nm (70 lbf·ft). 3. Grease...

  • Page 451

    214323 433 revision a 1009590 a figure 5.219: draper tensioner 7. Tension the draper. Locate adjuster bolt (a) and follow the directions on the decal for the proper draper tensioning or refer to 5.12.3 checking and adjusting side draper tension, page 420 . 8. Disengage the reel and header safety pro...

  • Page 452

    214323 434 revision a 1010031 b a figure 5.221: forward deflector 7. Remove four screws (a) and remove deflector (b). 8. Repeat for the opposite end of the header. Installing narrow draper deflectors danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always ...

  • Page 453

    214323 435 revision a 1010032 b a c figure 5.223: aft deflector 8. Position aft deflector (c) as shown and install three 3/8 in. X 3/4 in. Carriage bolts (b) and lock nuts. 9. Install two torx ® head screws (a) and lock nuts with the heads facing down. 10. Tighten all fasteners. 11. Repeat for the o...

  • Page 454

    214323 436 revision a 5.13 reel caution to avoid personal injury, before servicing machine or opening drive covers, refer to 5.1 preparing machine for servicing, page 321 . 5.13.1 reel clearance to cutterbar the minimum clearance between reel fingers and cutterbar ensures that reel fingers do not co...

  • Page 455

    214323 437 revision a 1008763 a figure 5.225: wing unlocked 2. Adjust header to working height. 3. Move spring handles (a) down to (unlock) position. 1009599 a figure 5.226: flexdraper ® ® block locations 4. Raise header and place two 150 mm (6 in.) blocks (a) under cutterbar, just inboard of wing f...

  • Page 456

    214323 438 revision a 1022425 a b figure 5.228: measurement locations a - clearance points b - flex points 9. Measure clearance at ends (a) of each reel and at flex locations (b). Note: the reel is factory-set to provide more clearance at center of reel than at ends (frown) to compensate for reel fl...

  • Page 457

    214323 439 revision a 1001329 a b figure 5.230: reel outboard arm 1. Adjust outboard reel arm lift cylinders to set clearance as follows: a. Loosen bolt (a). B. Turn cylinder rod (b) out of clevis to raise reel and increase clearance to cutterbar, or turn cylinder rod into clevis to lower reel and d...

  • Page 458

    214323 440 revision a 1014048 a figure 5.232: fore-aft position decal 1. Position the reel over the cutterbar (between position 4 and 5 on the fore-aft decal [a]). 2. Record the measurement at each reel disc location for each reel tine tube. 1001603 a b c figure 5.233: reel arm 3. Start with the ree...

  • Page 459

    214323 441 revision a 5.13.3 centering reel danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason. 1013538 b a a figure 5.234: header on blocks 1. Start engine and ra...

  • Page 460

    214323 442 revision a warning to avoid bodily injury from fall of raised reel, always engage reel safety props before going under raised reel for any reason. Important: ensure the tine tube is supported at all times to prevent damage to the tube and other components. 1001285 a b figure 5.236: reel a...

  • Page 461

    214323 443 revision a 1001286 a b figure 5.237: reel tine tube 1. Remove the applicable tine. Refer to removing steel tines, page 441 . 2. Slide the new tines and reel arm (a) onto the end of the tube. 3. Install the tine tube bushings. Refer to 5.13.5 tine tube bushings, page 445 . 4. Attach the ti...

  • Page 462

    214323 444 revision a 1001250 figure 5.239: plastic fingers 2. Push the top of finger off the reel tine tube while slightly pulling on tine under the tube. Finger can then be removed. Maintenance and servicing.

  • Page 463

    214323 445 revision a installing plastic fingers danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason. Warning to avoid bodily injury from fall of raised reel, alway...

  • Page 464

    214323 446 revision a warning to avoid bodily injury from fall of raised reel, always engage reel safety props before going under raised reel for any reason. Important: ensure the tine tube is supported at all times to prevent damage to the tube and other components. 1. Lower the header, raise the r...

  • Page 465

    214323 447 revision a 1004617 a b figure 5.244: bushing 6. Rotate arm (a) until clear of the disc and slide the arm inboard off of bushing (b). 7. Remove bushing halves (b). If required, remove the next tine or plastic finger so the arm can slide off the bushing. Refer to the following procedures as...

  • Page 466

    214323 448 revision a 1009849 c b figure 5.247: tine tube supports 11. Release the bushing clamps or disconnect the support channels from the tine tube support (if installed) depending on which tine tube is being moved. Three tine tubes (b) require channel disconnection and two tine tubes (c) requir...

  • Page 467

    214323 449 revision a 1004616 a b figure 5.250: cam end 14. Slide tine tube (a) outboard to expose the bushing (b). 15. Remove bushing halves (b). If required, remove the next tine or plastic finger so the arm can slide off the bushing. Refer to the following procedures if necessary: • removing plas...

  • Page 468

    214323 450 revision a 1001283 a figure 5.252: bushing clamp 1009848 a figure 5.253: bushing clamp 19. Release bushing clamps (a) using a small screwdriver to separate the serrations. Move the clamps off the bushings. Maintenance and servicing.

  • Page 469

    214323 451 revision a 1009846 a b figure 5.254: support 1009870 b c figure 5.255: opposite support 20. Slide support (a) off bushing halves (b). Note: two tine tubes have opposite supports (c). Rotate the supports until the flanges clear the channels before moving them off bushing (b). Move the tine...

  • Page 470

    214323 452 revision a 1009854 a b c figure 5.256: modified pliers note: use a pair of modified channel lock pliers (a) to install bushing clamps (c). Secure pliers in a vice and grind a notch (b) into the end of each arm to fit the clamp as shown. Installing cam end bushings 1004616 a b figure 5.257...

  • Page 471

    214323 453 revision a 1009869 a b figure 5.259: clamp on bushing 6. Tighten clamp (a) using modified channel lock pliers (b) until finger pressure will not move the clamp. Important: overtightening clamp may result in breakage. 1001202 a b figure 5.260: cam end 7. Line up tine bar (b) with the cam a...

  • Page 472

    214323 454 revision a 1004613 a figure 5.262: cam end 10. Install endshield support (a) at the applicable tine tube location at the cam end. 11. Reinstall the reel endshields. Refer to 5.13.6 reel endshields, page 458 . Installing center disc and tail end bushings 1004616 a b figure 5.263: cam end 1...

  • Page 473

    214323 455 revision a 1009869 a b figure 5.265: clamp on bushing 17. Tighten clamp (a) using modified channel lock pliers (b) until finger pressure will not move the clamp. Important: overtightening clamp may result in breakage. 1004614 b c a figure 5.266: tail end 18. Install bolts (a) securing arm...

  • Page 474

    214323 456 revision a 1020908 a b figure 5.268: support 1020909 b a c figure 5.269: opposite support 21. Slide support (a) onto bushing (b). For the opposite tine tube, rotate support (a) or slightly move the tine tube until it clears channels (c). 1001245 a b figure 5.270: bushing 22. Install bushi...

  • Page 475

    214323 457 revision a 1009869 a b figure 5.271: clamp on bushing 24. Tighten clamp (a) using modified channel lock pliers (b) until finger pressure will not move the clamp. Important: overtightening clamp may result in breakage. 1009847 a c d e b figure 5.272: tine tube support 1009865 a b c d e fig...

  • Page 476

    214323 458 revision a 5.13.6 reel endshields reel endshields and supports do not require regular maintenance, but they should be checked periodically for damage and loose or missing fasteners. Slightly dented or deformed endshields and supports are repairable, but it ’s necessary to replace severely...

  • Page 477

    214323 459 revision a 1005468 figure 5.276: reel endshields 5. Remove the reel endshield from the supports. 1009537 a c d b figure 5.277: reel endshields 6. Remove reel endshield (a) from support (b). 7. Install new reel endshield (c) onto support (b). 8. Reattach reel endshield (a) onto support (b)...

  • Page 478

    214323 460 revision a replacing reel endshield supports danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator ’s seat for any reason. 10054671005472 a b c figure 5.278: reel endshield supports 1. Lower the ...

  • Page 479

    214323 461 revision a 5.14 pr15 pick-up reel 5.14.1 replacing reel drive cover removing reel drive cover danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key from ignition before leaving operator ’s seat for any reason. 1012795 a b c figure 5....

  • Page 480

    214323 462 revision a installing reel drive cover 1012796 a b figure 5.282: drive cover – double reel 1. Position lower drive cover (b) onto the reel drive (if previously removed) and secure with three bolts (a). 1012795 a b c figure 5.283: drive cover – double reel 2. Position upper drive cover (b)...

  • Page 481

    214323 463 revision a 5.14.2 adjusting reel drive chain tension loosening reel drive chain danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason. 1012799 b c a figure...

  • Page 482

    214323 464 revision a tightening reel drive chain danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason. 1012813 a figure 5.286: single-reel drive shown – double reel...

  • Page 483

    214323 465 revision a 1012815 a figure 5.288: single-reel drive shown – double reel similar 1012801 a figure 5.289: single-reel drive – viewed from underside of reel 4. Ensure there is 3 mm (0.12 in.) of slack at the chain midspan. Adjust if necessary. 5. Tighten six nuts (a). 6. Torque nuts (a) to ...

  • Page 484

    214323 466 revision a 1012804 a b figure 5.290: reel drive 3. Remove drive chain (a) from drive sprocket (b). 1012806 a b c d figure 5.291: reel drive 4. Remove cotter pin (a), slotted nut (b), and flat washer (c) from the motor shaft. 5. Remove drive sprocket (d). Ensure the key remains in the shaf...

  • Page 485

    214323 467 revision a 1012804 a b figure 5.293: reel drive 4. Install drive chain (a) onto drive sprocket (b). 5. Tighten the drive chain. Refer to tightening reel drive chain, page 464 . 5.14.4 replacing double-reel u-joint the double-reel drive u-joint allows each reel to move independently from t...

  • Page 486

    214323 468 revision a 1001325 a b c figure 5.295: u-joint 4. Remove the six bolts (a) attaching u-joint flange (b) to driven sprocket (c). 5. Remove the u-joint. Note: it may be necessary to move the right reel sideways for the u-joint to clear the tube. Installing double-reel u-joint note: it may b...

  • Page 487

    214323 469 revision a 1013936 a figure 5.298: supporting reel 6. Remove temporary reel support (a). 7. Install the drive cover. Refer to installing reel drive cover, page 462 . 5.14.5 replacing reel drive motor the reel drive motor does not require regular maintenance or servicing. If problems occur...

  • Page 488

    214323 470 revision a installing reel drive motor 1012845 b a figure 5.300: reel drive motor mounting holes 1. Slide motor mount (a) up or down so motor mounting holes (b) are accessible through the openings in the chain case. 1012846 a b c figure 5.301: reel drive motor 2. Attach motor (a) (and spa...

  • Page 489

    214323 471 revision a 5.14.6 replacing drive chain on double reel 1. Shut down the combine, and remove the key from the ignition. 2. Loosen the drive chain. Refer to loosening reel drive chain, page 463 . 3. Support the inboard end of the right reel with a front end loader and nylon slings (a) (or e...

  • Page 490

    214323 472 revision a 1001323 a figure 5.305: u-joint 8. Position right reel tube (a) against the reel drive and engage the stub shaft into the u-joint pilot hole. 9. Rotate the reel until the holes in end of the reel tube and u-joint flange line up. 10. Apply loctite ® #243 (or equivalent) to four ...

  • Page 491

    214323 473 revision a 1002551 a figure 5.307: electrical harness 3. Disconnect electrical connector (a). 1002547 c e a b d f figure 5.308: speed sensor 4. Cut cable tie (a) securing the harness to the cover. 5. Remove two screws (b) and remove sensor (c) and harness. Bend cover (d) (if necessary) to...

  • Page 492

    214323 474 revision a replacing john deere sensor danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason. 1. Shut down the combine, and remove the key from the ignitio...

  • Page 493

    214323 475 revision a replacing claas 500/700 series sensor danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine, remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason. 1. Shut down the combine, and remove the key from t...

  • Page 494

    214323 476 revision a 5.15 transport system (optional) refer to 6.4.3 stabilizer/slow speed transport wheels, page 485 for more information. 5.15.1 checking wheel bolt torque if a transport system is installed, adhere to the following procedure for torquing the wheel bolts: 1001277 2 3 4 5 6 1 figur...

  • Page 495

    214323 477 revision a 5.15.2 checking axle bolt torque if a transport system is installed, adhere to the following procedure for torquing the axle bolts: figure 5.314: axle bolts c a a b 1001276 1. Check and tighten axle bolts daily until torque is maintained as follows: • (a): 244 nm (180 lbf·ft) •...

  • Page 496

    214323 478 revision a 1000020 figure 5.315: inflation warning warning • service tires safely. • a tire can explode during inflation which could cause serious injury or death. • do not stand over tire. Use a clip-on chuck and extension hose. • do not exceed maximum inflation pressure indicated on tir...

  • Page 497

    214323 479 revision a 6 options and attachments the following options and attachments are available for use with your header. See your macdon dealer for availability and ordering information. 6.1 adapter 6.1.1 hillside extension kit 1017350 figure 6.1: hillside extension kit the hillside extension k...

  • Page 498

    214323 480 revision a 6.2 reel 6.2.1 multi-crop rapid reel conversion kit 1010521 figure 6.2: center arm – left and right similar for use on double-reel headers only, the multi-crop rapid reel conversion kit decreases the time required to change the fore-aft cylinder position on the reel support arm...

  • Page 499

    214323 481 revision a 6.2.4 reel endshield kit 1009649 figure 6.4: reel endshields the steel shields provided in the reel endshield kit attach to the ends of the reels and help to clear material in heavy, hard-to-cut crops. They are standard equipment on all headers (except nine-bat reels). Hardware...

  • Page 500

    214323 482 revision a 6.3 cutterbar 6.3.1 cutterbar wearplate 1004324 figure 6.6: cutterbar wearplates cutterbar wearplates are recommended for cutting on the ground when the soil is adhering to the steel. Installation instructions are included in the kit. Order one of the following bundles accordin...

  • Page 501

    214323 483 revision a 6.3.4 vertical knife mounts 1001229 figure 6.9: vertical knife mount the vertical knife mounts allow the installation of vertically oriented knives onto both ends of the header. The vertical knives themselves are not sold by macdon and must be purchased from a separate supplier...

  • Page 502

    214323 484 revision a 6.4 header 6.4.1 divider latch kit 1001241 figure 6.10: divider latch divider latch kits attach to the endsheets. They allow for quick removal and storage of endsheet divider cones and, if required, reduce the transport width of the header. Installation instructions are include...

  • Page 503

    214323 485 revision a 6.4.3 stabilizer/slow speed transport wheels 1001212 figure 6.12: stabilizer/transport wheels stabilizer/slow speed transport wheels help to stabilize the header in field conditions that would otherwise cause the header to bounce, resulting in uneven cutting heights. This syste...

  • Page 504

    214323 486 revision a 6.5 crop delivery 6.5.1 ca25 feed auger flighting 1004885 figure 6.13: ca25 feed auger flighting the ca25 feed auger flighting extension kit may improve feeding in certain crops such as rice or heavy green crop. It is not recommended in cereal crops. Installation instructions a...

  • Page 505

    214323 487 revision a 6.5.3 draper deflector (narrow) 1004867 figure 6.15: draper deflector (narrow) narrow metal draper deflectors attach to the inboard side of the endsheets to prevent material from falling through the gap between the endsheet and the draper while minimizing reel carryover in bush...

  • Page 506

    214323 488 revision a 6.5.6 rice divider rods 1001239 figure 6.18: rice divider rod rice divider rods attach to the left- and right crop dividers and divide tall and tangled rice crops in a similar manner to standard crop divider rods performing in standing crops. Installation instructions are inclu...

  • Page 507

    214323 489 revision a 7 troubleshooting 7.1 crop loss at cutterbar symptom problem solution refer to does not pick up down crop cutterbar too high lower cutterbar 3.7.1 cutting height, page 53 does not pick up down crop header angle too low increase header angle 3.7.4 header angle, page 76 does not ...

  • Page 508

    214323 490 revision a symptom problem solution refer to cut grain falling ahead of cutterbar cutting at speeds over 10 km/h (6 mph) with high torque (10-tooth) reel drive sprocket replace with standard torque (19-tooth) reel drive sprocket • 5.14.3 replacing reel drive sprocket, page 465 • see your ...

  • Page 509

    214323 491 revision a symptom problem solution refer to crop not being cut at ends divider runs down thick crop at ends, preventing proper feeding due to material bridging the cutter guards replace three or four end guards with stub guards • 5.8.7 knife guards, page 380 • 6.3.3 stub guard conversion...

  • Page 510

    214323 492 revision a 7.2 cutting action and knife components symptom problem solution refer to ragged or uneven cutting of crop knife hold-downs not adjusted properly adjust hold-downs checking and adjusting knife hold-downs, page 386 ragged or uneven cutting of crop knife sections or guards are wo...

  • Page 511

    214323 493 revision a symptom problem solution refer to knife plugging ground speed to slow increase ground speed 3.7.6 ground speed, page 80 knife plugging loose knife drive belt adjust drive belt tension 5.9.2 knife drive belts, page 400 knife plugging improper knife hold-down adjustment adjust ho...

  • Page 512

    214323 494 revision a symptom problem solution refer to excessive vibration of adapter and header incorrect knife speed adjust knife speed 3.7.8 knife speed, page 82 excessive vibration of adapter and header driveline u-joints worn replace u-joints see your macdon dealer excessive vibration of adapt...

  • Page 513

    214323 495 revision a 7.3 reel delivery symptom problem solution refer to reel not releasing material in normal standing crop reel speed too fast reduce reel speed 3.7.5 reel speed, page 79 reel not releasing material in normal standing crop reel too low raise reel 3.7.9 reel height, page 84 reel no...

  • Page 514

    214323 496 revision a symptom problem solution refer to reel motion is uneven or stalls in heavy crops reel fingers not aggressive enough move to a more aggressive finger pitch notch 3.7.11 reel tine pitch, page 91 reel motion is uneven or stalls in heavy crops reel too low raise reel 3.7.9 reel hei...

  • Page 515

    214323 497 revision a symptom problem solution refer to plastic fingers bent close to tine tube excessive plugging at cutterbar with wads of crop accumulating at cutterbar while maintaining reel operation correct plugging/cutting issues 3.10 unplugging the cutterbar, page 248 plastic fingers bent cl...

  • Page 516

    214323 498 revision a 7.4 header and drapers symptom problem solution refer to insufficient header lift low relief pressure increase relief pressure refer to the combine operator ’s manual insufficient side draper speed speed control set too low increase control setting 3.7.7 draper speed, page 80 i...

  • Page 517

    214323 499 revision a symptom problem solution refer to adapter auger back-feeds john deere: feeder chain running too slow run feeder chain at high speed refer to the combine operator ’s manual adapter auger back-feeds john deere: equipped with feeder chain with 4 pitches per bar replace with six pi...

  • Page 518

    214323 500 revision a symptom problem solution refer to crop backs up or hesitates on feed draper feed draper stalling replace roller bearing(s) replacing adapter feed draper drive roller bearing, page 409 crop backs up or hesitates on feed draper feed draper stalling check feed draper motor — crop ...

  • Page 519

    214323 501 revision a symptom problem solution refer to crop getting stuffed in gap between cut-out in endsheet and knifehead crop heads leaning away from knifehead hole in endsheet add shields, except in damp/sticky soils 5.8.8 knifehead shield, page 391 material accumulates inside or under front e...

  • Page 520

    214323 502 revision a symptom problem solution refer to longer stubble in middle than at ends, or cutterbar pushes dirt at ends too much weight on wings adjust wing balance checking wing balance, page 67 longer stubble at ends than in middle, or cutterbar pushes dirt in middle too much weight at mid...

  • Page 521

    214323 503 revision a 7.5 cutting edible beans symptom problem solution refer to excessive losses at dividers divider rod running down crop and shattering pods remove divider rod 3.7.13 crop divider rods, page 99 excessive losses at dividers vines and plants build up on endsheet install divider rod ...

  • Page 522

    214323 504 revision a symptom problem solution refer to plants being stripped and complete or partial plants left behind dirt packs on bottom of cutterbar and raises cutterbar off the ground install cutterbar wear plate on bottom of cutterbar and skid shoes see your macdon dealer plants being stripp...

  • Page 523

    214323 505 revision a symptom problem solution refer to cutterbar guards breaking excessive amount of rocks in field consider installing optional stub guards tip: experiment with a few guards on a section of cutterbar to compare the performance of the two different styles of guards • 6.3.3 stub guar...

  • Page 524

    214323 506 revision a symptom problem solution refer to reel carries over odd plants in same location reel fingers (steel) bent and hook plants out of the crop flow on drapers straighten fingers (steel) — reel carries over odd plants in same location dirt accumulation on end of fingers do not let pl...

  • Page 525

    214323 507 revision a 8 reference 8.1 torque specifications the following tables provide correct torque values for various bolts, cap screws, and hydraulic fittings. • tighten all bolts to torque values specified in charts (unless otherwise noted throughout this manual). • replace hardware with same...

  • Page 526

    214323 508 revision a a 1004958 b c d figure 8.2: bolt grades a - nominal size b - sae-8 c - sae-5 d - sae-2 table 8.2 sae grade 5 bolt and grade f distorted thread nut nominal size (a) torque (nm) torque (lbf·ft) (*lbf·in) min. Max. Min. Max. 1/4-20 8.1 9 *72 *80 5/16-18 16.7 18.5 *149 *164 3/8-16 ...

  • Page 527

    214323 509 revision a a 1004958 b c d figure 8.4: bolt grades a - nominal size b - sae-8 c - sae-5 d - sae-2 table 8.4 sae grade 8 bolt and grade 8 free spinning nut nominal size (a) torque (nm) torque (lbf·ft) (*lbf·in) min. Max. Min. Max. 1/4-20 16.8 18.6 *150 *165 5/16-18 35 38 26 28 3/8-16 61 68...

  • Page 528

    214323 510 revision a 10013701001370 a figure 8.6: bolt grades table 8.6 metric class 8.8 bolts and class 9 distorted thread nut nominal size (a) torque (nm) torque (lbf·ft) (*lbf·in) min. Max. Min. Max. 3-0.5 1 1.1 *9 *10 3.5-0.6 1.5 1.7 *14 *15 4-0.7 2.3 2.5 *20 *22 5-0.8 4.5 5 *40 *45 6-1.0 7.7 8...

  • Page 529

    214323 511 revision a 10013701001370 a figure 8.8: bolt grades table 8.8 metric class 10.9 bolts and class 10 distorted thread nut nominal size (a) torque (nm) torque (lbf·ft) (*lbf·in) min. Max. Min. Max. 3-0.5 1.3 1.5 *12 *13 3.5-0.6 2.1 2.3 *19 *21 4-0.7 3.1 3.4 *28 *31 5-0.8 6.3 7 *56 *62 6-1.0 ...

  • Page 530

    214323 512 revision a 8.1.4 flare-type hydraulic fittings 1003430 a c d b e figure 8.10: hydraulic fitting 1. Check flare (a) and flare seat (b) for defects that might cause leakage. 2. Align tube (c) with fitting (d) and thread nut (e) onto fitting without lubrication until contact has been made be...

  • Page 531

    214323 513 revision a 8.1.5 o-ring boss (orb) hydraulic fittings (adjustable) 1003431 a b c d figure 8.11: hydraulic fitting 1. Inspect o-ring (a) and seat (b) for dirt or obvious defects. 2. Back off lock nut (c) as far as possible. Ensure that washer (d) is loose and is pushed toward lock nut (c) ...

  • Page 532

    214323 514 revision a table 8.11 o-ring boss (orb) hydraulic fittings (adjustable) sae dash size thread size (in.) torque value 44 nm lbf·ft (*lbf·in) -2 5/16 –24 6 –7 *53 –62 -3 3/8 –24 12 –13 *106 –115 -4 7/16 –20 19 –21 14 –15 -5 1/2 –20 21 –33 15 –24 -6 9/16 –18 26 –29 19 –21 -8 3/4 –16 46 –50 3...

  • Page 533

    214323 515 revision a 8.1.6 o-ring boss (orb) hydraulic fittings (non-adjustable) 1004663 a b c figure 8.13: hydraulic fitting 1. Inspect o-ring (a) and seat (b) for dirt or obvious defects. 2. Check that o-ring (a) is not on threads and adjust if necessary. 3. Apply hydraulic system oil to o-ring. ...

  • Page 534

    214323 516 revision a 8.1.7 o-ring face seal (orfs) hydraulic fittings 1001376 figure 8.14: hydraulic fitting 1. Check components to ensure that sealing surfaces and fitting threads are free of burrs, nicks, scratches, or any foreign material. 1001377 a b c d e figure 8.15: hydraulic fitting 2. Appl...

  • Page 535

    214323 517 revision a table 8.13 o-ring face seal (orfs) hydraulic fittings (continued) sae dash size thread size (in.) tube o.D. (in.) torque value 48 nm lbf·ft -14 note 47 7/8 – – -16 1-7/16 1 150 –165 111 –122 -20 1-11/16 1-1/4 205 –226 151 –167 -24 1 –2 1-1/2 315 –347 232 –256 -32 2-1/2 2 510 –5...

  • Page 536

    214323 518 revision a 8.2 conversion chart table 8.15 conversion chart quantity si units (metric) factor inch-pound units (imperial) unit name abbreviation unit name abbreviation area hectares ha x 2.4710 = acres acres flow liters per minute l/min x 0.2642 = us gallons per minute gpm force newtons n...

  • Page 537

    214323 519 revision a 8.3 unloading and assembly refer to the instructions for your specific header for unloading, assembly, and setup procedures that are included with your shipment. The instruction part numbers are shown in the following table: shipping destination header description macdon instru...

  • Page 539

    Index a adapters attaching to combine and header...................... 315 attaching/detaching ......................................... 310 auger drive ..................................................... 269 augers............................................................ 356 adjusting auger dr...

  • Page 540

    Sensor output voltage checking voltage range manually............... 104 combine output voltage requirements......... 103 case ih 5130/6130/7130 combines.................. 111 adjusting preset cutting height ................................. 121 calibrating ahhc.........................................

  • Page 541

    Adjusting voltage limits ..........................203, 216 calibrating ................................................... 216 maximum stubble height ........................... 227 how ahhc works ........................................ 102 sensor operation............................................

  • Page 542

    Setting auto height ....................................... 241 new holland cr series setting maximum work height........................ 242 new holland cr/cx series combines ............... 223 adjusting header lower rate ..................................... 229 header raise rate ...................

  • Page 543

    Conversion charts ............................................... 518 cr feed deflectors.............................................. 309 crop delivery options ........................................................... 486 crop divider rods................................................... 99 ins...

  • Page 544

    Replacing ........................................................ 417 feed drapers ...................................................... 404 adapters......................................................... 404 adjusting draper tension .................................. 405 adjusting speed ..........

  • Page 545

    Changing oil filter ............................................. 346 changing reservoir oil ...................................... 345 checking reservoir oil level ............................... 344 fittings flare-type..................................................... 512 o-ring boss (orb) adju...

  • Page 546

    M maintenance schedule/record .............................................. 324 maintenance and servicing.................................. 321 electrical system ............................................. 348 end of season service...................................... 327 lubrication...............

  • Page 547

    Endshield ....................................................... 458 replacing ..................................................... 458 replacing support ......................................... 460 fore-aft position ................................................. 84 adjusting ....................

  • Page 548

    Maintenance and servicing ..................................5 operational ....................................................... 28 reel safety props ............................................... 29 disengaging .................................................. 30 engaging...........................

  • Page 549

    O-ring face seal (orfs) fittings........................ 516 sae bolt torque specifications.......................... 507 tapered pipe thread fittings............................... 517 torque tensions definitions......................................................... 19 tow-bars attaching ..........

  • Page 551

    Recommended fluids and lubricants ensure your machine operates at top efficiency by using clean fluids and lubricants only. • use clean containers to handle all fluids and lubricants. • store fluids and lubricants in an area protected from dust, moisture, and other contaminants. Lubricant specificat...

  • Page 552

    Macdon industries ltd. 680 moray street winnipeg, manitoba canada r3j 3s3 t. (204) 885-5590 f. (204) 832-7749 macdon, inc. 10708 n. Pomona avenue kansas city, missouri united states 64153-1924 t. (816) 891-7313 f. (816) 891-7323 macdon australia pty. Ltd. A.C.N. 079 393 721 p.O. Box 243, suite 3, 14...