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Form 169242 revision d published: september, 2010 m series self-propelled windrower unloading and assembly instructions for container shipments.
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Form 169242 revision d macdon self propelled auger header macdon self-propelled windrower.
Page 3: Introduction
Form 169242 revision d 1 introduction this instructional manual describes the unloading, set-up and pre-delivery requirements for the macdon m series self-propelled windrowers. Use the table of contents to guide you to specific areas. Retain this instruction for future reference. Carefully read all ...
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Form 169242 revision d 2 step 23. Install am/fm radio ......................................................................................................................... 45 step 24. Install beacons ...................................................................................................
Page 5: General Safety
Form 169242 revision d 3 general safety 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 the protective clothing and personal safety...
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Form 169242 revision d 4 • do not modify the machine. Unauthorized modifications may impair the function and/or safety and affect machine life. • stop engine, and remove key from ignition before leaving operator's seat for any reason. A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine. • keep the ...
Page 7: Recommended Torques
Form 169242 revision d 5 recommended torques a. General the tables shown below give correct torque values for various bolts and capscrews. • tighten all bolts to the torques specified in chart unless otherwise noted throughout this manual. • check tightness of bolts periodically, using bolt torque c...
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Form 169242 revision d 6 d. Flare type hydraulic fittings a. Check flare and flare seat for defects that might cause leakage. B. Align tube with fitting before tightening. C. Lubricate connection and hand tighten swivel nut until snug. D. To prevent twisting the tube(s), use two wrenches. Place one ...
Page 9: English/metric Equivalents
Form 169242 revision d 7 english/metric equivalents quantity inch-pound units factor si units (metric) unit name abbr. Unit name abbr. Area acres acres x 0.4047 = hectares ha flow us gallons per minute (gpm) x 3.7854 = liters per minute l/min force pounds force lbf x 4.4482 = newtons n length inch i...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 8 step 1. Unload container caution to avoid injury to bystanders from being struck by machinery, do not allow persons to stand in unloading area. A. Move trailer into position and block trailer wheels. B. Lower trailer storage stands. C. Open container d...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 9 b. Attach lifting frame assembly (macdon part # 163871) to the four designated lift points on windrower shipping frame. C. Lift windrower off platform, and move to setup area. D. Lower assembly onto 5 - 6 inch (127 - 152 mm) blocks as shown. E. Remove ...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 10 c. Lower assembly onto 5 - 6 inch (127 - 152 mm) blocks as shown. D. Check for shipping damage and missing parts..
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 11 step 3. Remove wheel and step assembly a. Remove shipping wire and bolt securing hose support to shipping frame, and remove hose support. B. Lay hose support off to the side. C. Remove the two ¾ in. X 16.5 long bolts (one per side) at front frame beam...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 12 g. Attach a chain to wheel/step assembly, and pull away from shipping assembly with lifting device. H. Lift center-link so that it clears wheel/step assembly frame. I. Remove bolts, and remove tool box and holder from shipping frame. Loosely install b...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 13 step 4. Remove drive wheels important remove the drive wheels as a pair from above the hood. A. Remove the two bolts at front cross member over the hood. B. Remove one bolt at rear of hood directly under center of drive wheel. C. Attach a lifting devi...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 14 step 5. Remove platform / light assembly a. Remove the two support tubes on either side of hood. B. To prevent paint damage, attach slings to platform at locations shown, and to a lifting device with a minimum lifting capacity of 5000 lb (2268 kg), an...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 15 step 6. Install light and mirror assemblies a. Remove two bolts securing mirror/light assemblies to shipping stand, and remove assemblies. B. The cab roof must be raised to install the light assemblies. Proceed as follows: 1. Remove plastic covers fro...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 16 e. Thread wiring harness through support tube so that connector is visible at light assembly. F. Stuff foam into end of tube to help prevent dust and noise from entering the cab. G. Connect harness to connector at light. H. Repeat steps c. To g. For o...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 17 step 7. Remove leg assemblies a. Ensure that lift bar is attached to leg assembly as shown, and that clevis pin is installed with head on near side. B. Attach chain to lifting bar on leg assembly, and hook up to lifting device with a minimum lifting c...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 18 step 8. Remove wheel and platform support a. Remove cross brace, and the two upright supports from frame. B. Remove the cross member over the hood, and the two uprights on either side. Step 9. Assemble windrower support stand special stands for assemb...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 19 step 10. Lift windrower onto stand caution to avoid injury to bystanders from being struck by machinery, do not allow persons to stand in unloading area. Caution equipment used for unloading must meet or exceed the requirements specified below. Using ...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 20 b. Forklift method lifting vehicle minimum lifting capacity * 20,000 lb (9072 kg) * at 48 inches (1220 mm) from back end of forks. A. Approach windrower from aft end, and slide forks fully into shipping support channels. B. Raise windrower and place o...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 21 step 11. Install legs a. Remove front leg bolts and pins, and set aside for reinstallation. Remove carriage bolt, and remove lifting plate. B. Attach front leg to lifting device with lifting bar. C. Position leg at frame. D. Feed hydraulic hose bundle...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 22 h. Slightly lift the header lift arms with lifting device, and remove lifting bars from legs. Relocate spring locking pins to front of lift arms..
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 23 step 12. Install front wheels a. If factory stand is being used, proceed as follows, otherwise proceed to step b: 1. Ensure that the three (one at rear, two at front) lift locks are activated on lift mechanism. Note lock is activated when keeper is ve...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 24 f. Install wheel nuts, and tighten to 220 ft·lbf (300 n·m) using the tightening sequence as shown. Note to avoid damage to wheel disks, do not over-tighten wheel nuts. G. Repeat sequence three times. 1 5 3 7 8 2 4 6.
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 25 step 13. Install caster wheels a. Remove the two guide plates from ends of walking beam. B. Support shipping frame channel, and remove bolts attaching shipping frame to walking beam and mainframe side rail. Remove shipping frame. Note shipping frame d...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 26 g. Remove five remaining bolts securing caster to shipping frame. Retain bolts for attaching caster to walking beam. Caution stand clear when lifting, as caster may swing. H. Lift caster assembly off shipping frame, and position at end of walking beam...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 27 step 14. Install hydraulics a. M150, m200 a. The hydraulic hoses under the cab may require proper placement under the existing clip. If necessary, proceed as follows: 1. Locate hose clip under the cab, and remove clip. 2. Position hose 111323 (orange ...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 28 7. Locate two hoses (red ties) inside frame. 8. Route rh hose behind bundle. 9. Remove caps, make connection, and tighten fitting. 10. Push hose into frame. 11. Retrieve long hose 119328 (white tie), and route through hole in lh frame. 12. Remove caps...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 29 c. Remove clamp from round plastic hose block. D. Insert four traction drive hoses and one case drain hose into slots in block as shown, and reinstall clamp. E. Connect drive hoses to pump as follows: 1. Remove caps, and attach hoses with short elbows...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 30 g. Remove caps from the hoses only. H. Remove one cap on tee fitting, and quickly attach hose to minimize oil spillage. I. Remove second cap from tee, and quickly connect other hose. J. Tighten fittings. K. Locate hose bundle from valve blocks on lh s...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 31 b. M100 a. Connect hoses as follows, using coloured plastic cable ties as a guide. 1. Locate two hoses 111324 (green ties) in frame opening, and existing tee fitting (green tie) on the hose from the valve block. 2. Remove caps on green lines and tee, ...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 32 13. Remove the cap from fitting with yellow tie on the valve block from inboard side of frame. 14. Loosen bolts, and move valve block to improve access through hole in frame for wrenches when tightening fittings. 15. Retrieve matching hose, and make c...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 33 h. Bundle traction drive hoses, and secure with two plastic cable ties at 7-3/4 inch (200 mm) intervals from frame opening. I. Bundle smaller hoses, and secure with two plastic cable ties at 6 inch (150 mm) intervals from frame opening. J. Attach hose...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 34 step 15. Install platforms note the following procedure is applicable to the m150 and m200 machines with lh and rh platforms. The m100 has a lh platform only. Rh installation is shown. Lh installation is opposite. A. Remove shipping brackets from plat...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 35 g. Check that vertical rail tubes are parallel with cab posts when viewing from the rear. Laterally adjust king pin mounting as required. H. Slowly close platform to check that front fork engages laterally into the wheels. I. If major adjustment is re...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 36 step 16. Install steps the following procedure is applicable to the m150 and m200 machines with lh and rh platforms. The m100 has a lh platform only. Rh installation is shown. Lh installation is opposite. A. Install two ½ in. X 1.0 hex bolts in upper ...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 37 step 18. Install batteries a. M150, m200 a. Open the hood at the lowest position as follows: 1. Locate latch (a) behind grill, and lift to release hood. 2. Raise hood until strap (b), which should be looped under hooks (c), stops it at approximately a...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 38 b. M100 a. Open engine compartment hood to highest position. B. Check battery disconnect switch is turned off. C. Remove cable ties securing battery clamps and cables to frame. D. Position new battery on holder with positive post closest to rear. Rati...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 39 step 19. Prime hydraulic system important it is extremely important that this procedure is done prior to engine cranking. Pumps are damaged very quickly without oil in the housings. Header drive pumps are bled independently with two bleed ports and tr...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 40 h. Open maintenance platform on lh side. I. Disconnect brake engage solenoid (plug p44) at valve block on lh side of windrower. J. Disconnect electrical connection at fuel pump. K. Open maintenance platform on rh side (m150, m200). L. Open circuit bre...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 41 step 20. Start engine a. Check fuel level, and if required add sufficient fuel for a 15 minute run. B. Lock (a) should be engaged at cab-forward or engine-forward position (m150 and m200 only). C. Move gsl (b) into n-detent. D. Turn steering wheel unt...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 42 g. Cold start (see specific engine) - engine temperature below 40°f (5°c). M200 - cat engine - cold start 1. Perform steps a. To e. 2. Set throttle to start position (d) - fully back (low idle). 3. Sound horn three times. 4. Turn key to run. 5. Single...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 43 step 21. Check traction drive caution check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. A. With engine running, move gsl out of n-detent and slowly move gsl forward. B. Drive wheels should be rotating in the forward direction, and at the same spe...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 44 step 22. Remove windrower from stand a. Factory stand a. Open valve on air supply control to raise windrower slightly, and take load off lift locks. B. Release lift lock mechanism (3 places), and turn keeper to keep lock in released position. C. Lower...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 45 step 23. Install am/fm radio provision has been made for installation of am/fm radio. The mounting is designed to fit a din e style radio with a depth “x” = 161 mm, and having a 5 mm threaded stud centered on the rear for support. Provision has been m...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 46 d c h. Attach two additional wires in the wiring harness to the radio: 1. Circuit 503 - red with 1/4 in. Female blade terminal. This is a live wire provided for powering a radio clock/memory, if these exist on your radio. 2. Circuit 315 - black ground...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 47 step 24. Install beacons a. Retrieve the two beacons from shipment. B. Remove hardware and rubber base from one of the beacons as shown. C. Feed connectors from harness through center hole in rubber base, and place base on beacon bracket - making sure...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 48 step 26. Attach header a. Header attachment - d series important to prevent damage to the lift system when lowering header lift linkages without a header or weight box attached to windrower, ensure that float engagement pin is installed in storage loc...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 49 caution check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. C. Start the engine, and activate header down switch on the gsl to fully retract header lift cylinders. D. Slowly drive windrower forward, so that boots (d) enter header legs (g). Continue...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 50 caution check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. 3. Start engine, and activate header tilt switches on gsl to extend or retract center- link cylinder, so that the hook lines up with the header attachment pin. 4. Stop engine. 5. Push down...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 51 i. Install pin (f) through header leg, (engaging u- bracket in header leg) on both sides. J. Raise header stand (m) to storage position by pulling pin (n), and lifting stand into uppermost position. Release pin (n). K. Remove pin from storage position...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 52 p. If required, configure the m150 or m200 to run a d-series draper header by installing a reel drive/lift kit. See table below for appropriate kit(s). The kits include all necessary hardware and installation instructions, and should have been provide...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 53 s. Connect reel hydraulics (t) as follows: 1. Check connectors and clean if required. 2. Open cover (u) on header receptacle. 3. Push in lock button (v), and pull handle (w) to “half open” position. 4. Remove hose bundle with multi-coupler (t) from tr...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 54 b. Header attachment - a series a. Remove hairpin from pin (a), and remove pin from left and right header boots (b). Important to prevent damage to the lift system when lowering header lift linkages without a header or weight box attached to windrower...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 55 d. Connect center-link as follows: mechanical link - m100, m150 danger stop engine, and remove key from ignition before leaving operator's seat for any reason. A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine. 1. Stop engine, and remove key. 2. Lo...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 56 hydraulic link with optional self- alignment kit - m200, m150 1. Adjust the position of the center-link cylinder with the reel up and reel down switches, and header tilt switches on the gsl to position the hook above the header attachment pin. 2. Lowe...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 57 k. Remove pin from storage position (l) in linkages on both sides, and insert in hole (m) to engage float springs. Secure with lynch pin. L. Disengage lift cylinder stops. Caution check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. M. Start engine,...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 58 c. Header attachment - r series (m150, m200 only) a. Remove hairpin from pin (a), and remove pin from on left and right header boots (b) on header. Important to prevent damage to the lift system when lowering header lift linkages without a header or w...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 59 d. Connect center-link as follows: mechanical link - m150 danger stop engine, and remove key from ignition before leaving operator's seat for any reason. A child or even a pet could engage an idling machine. 1. Stop engine, and remove key. 2. Loosen n...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 60 hydraulic link with optional self- alignment kit - m200, m150 1. Adjust the position of the center-link cylinder with the reel up and reel down switches, and header tilt switches on the gsl to position the hook above the header attachment pin. 2. Lowe...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 61 m. The m200 windrower is factory equipped with r series rotary header hydraulics and electrical harness as shown above. Proceed to step o. Note if m150 windrower is not similarly equipped, go to step n. Note windrowers equipped with r-series hydraulic...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 62 step 27. Lubricate machine recommended lubricant spec description use sae multi- purpose high temp. Extreme pressure (ep2) performance with 1% max molybdenum disulphide (nlgi grade 2) lithium base as required unless otherwise specified a. Wipe grease ...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 63 lubrication points top link - two fittings (both sides) walking beam pivot) caster pivot (both sides) forked caster spindle bearings two places (both wheels) high temp. Extreme pressure (ep2) performance with 1% max molybdenum disulphide (nlgi grade 2...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 64 step 28. Program cab display module (cdm) the monitoring system requires programming for each header, and the header must be attached to the windrower. Programming the system may be accomplished with, or without the engine running. If the engine is ru...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 65 a. M150, m200 detailed programming instructions (key on / engine running or not / header disengaged). (press program and select on cdm to enter programming mode). * fast scroll applies only when changing knife speed, overload pressure, and tire size )...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 76 step 29. Perform hydraulic purge the purge cycle allows for low flow and pressure staging of the pumps when running up a new windrower with all the lines and filters empty. This has been performed at the factory, but is recommended that it be repeated...
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Unloading and assembly form 169242 revision d 77 k. Message purge cycle ended appears when cycle is complete. Release the arrow button. L. Press program button to return to operating screens..
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Pre-delivery checks form 169242 revision d 78 step 30. Perform pre- delivery checks warning stop windrower engine and remove key before making adjustments to machine. A child or even a pet could engage the drive. A. Perform the final checks and adjustments as listed on the "pre-delivery checklist" (...
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Pre-delivery checks form 169242 revision d 79 header description recommended ballast recommended tire size applicable windrower level ground hills type size per tire both tires per tire both tires u.S. Gal. (liters) lb (kg) * u.S. Gal. (liters) lb (kg) * a, d, r series all options 25’ and down 0 0 0...
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Pre-delivery checks form 169242 revision d 80 d. Air cleaner a. Check that air cleaner cap is firmly attached, and that all clamps are secure. B. Check spring clamp at back of air cleaner (m150, m200). C. Check spring clamps on charge air cooling duct connections (at turbocharger outlet, engine inta...
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Pre-delivery checks form 169242 revision d 81 f. Fuel separator a. Place a container under the filter drain. B. Turn drain valve by hand 1½ to 2 turns counter clockwise, until draining occurs. C. Drain the filter sump of water and sediment, until clear fuel is visible. Clean as necessary. D. Turn th...
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Pre-delivery checks form 169242 revision d 82 i. Fan belt (m100) a. Tension on fan belt should be such that a force of 22 lbf (100 n) deflects belt (b) 5/16 to 1/2 inch (8 to 12 mm) at mid-span. Note the m150 and m200 engines utilize an automatic belt tightening system. M100
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Pre-delivery checks form 169242 revision d 83 j. Perform safety system checks caution check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. A. With the engine shut down and the header drive switch engaged, try to start the engine. The cdm will display “header engaged” on the upper line, and “diseng...
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Pre-delivery checks form 169242 revision d 84 k. Operational checks i. Engine warning lights a. Turn ignition key to run position. B. Single loud tone sounds, and engine warning lights illuminate. Ii. Start engine refer to step 20. Start engine, and then proceed as follows: 1. The brakes should enga...
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Pre-delivery checks form 169242 revision d 85 vi. Operator’s presence system checks a. With the windrower engine running, place the gsl (a) in neutral, and turn the steering wheel until it locks. Caution check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. B. With everyone clear of the machine, en...
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Pre-delivery checks form 169242 revision d 86 vii. Exterior lights m150, m200 a. Ensure operator’s seat is in cab-forward mode . B. Switch on field lights, and check that all lights as shown are functioning. C. Activate high/low switch. D. Turn off lights. E. Switch on road lights, and check that al...
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Pre-delivery checks form 169242 revision d 87 i. Rotate operator’s seat to engine-forward mode. J. Switch on road lights, and check that all lights are functioning as shown below. K. Activate high/low switch and check lights. L. Activate turn signals and hazard warning lights with switches on cdm an...
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Pre-delivery checks form 169242 revision d 88 m100 a. Switch on road lights, and check that all lights shown are functioning. B. Activate high/low switch. C. Activate turn signals and hazard warning lights with switches on cdm. D. Switch on field lights, and check that all lights shown are functioni...
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Pre-delivery checks form 169242 revision d 89 f. Switch on beacons, and check that they are working properly. Viii. Interior lights a. Switch lights on and off with switches on each light. Overhead ambient light only works with road/field light switch on. B. Check gauge lights (m150, m200). Beacon l...
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Pre-delivery checks form 169242 revision d 90 ix. A/c and heater important to distribute the oil throughout the a/c system, perform the following steps whenever the machine is first started after storage for more than one week. A. With the engine running, turn blower switch to the first position, tu...
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Pre-delivery checks form 169242 revision d 91 l. Manuals a. The following manuals should be stored in the manual storage case behind the operator’s seat: windrower operator’s manual parts catalog engine manual m100 #169304 #169305 m150, m200 #169017 #169016 m. Cab interior a. Remove plastic covering...
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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, 143...
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Form 169242 revision d m series self-propelled windrower pre-delivery checklist - export perform these checks and adjustments prior to delivery to your customer. The completed checklist should be retained either by the operator or the dealer. Caution: carefully follow the instructions given. Be aler...