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MacDon R85 Assembly Instructions Manual
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R85 rotary disc 4.9-meter (16-foot) self-propelled windrower header unload and assembly instructions 214367 revision a 2018 model year original instruction the harvesting specialists..
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R85 rotary disc 4.9-meter (16-foot) self-propelled windrower header 1005291 published: august 2017.
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Introduction this instructional manual describes the unloading, setup, and predelivery requirements for macdon model r85 rotary disc 4.9-meter (16-foot) self-propelled windrower headers. Carefully read all the material provided before attempting to use or service the machine. When setting up the mac...
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List of revisions the following list provides an account of major changes from the previous version of this document. Summary of changes location changed measurement format so that metric values appear first followed by imperial in parentheses. Throughout the book added conventions to introduction. ...
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Summary of changes location updated figure title/description. 3.14.5 installing tall crop feed plates, page 74 updated topic title. 4.2 checking header float: m200 and m205 windrowers, page 83 added topic to manual. 4.3 checking header float: m1240 windrowers, page 84 added topic to manual. 4.3.1 se...
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214367 v revision a introduction................................................................................................................................................I list of revisions ...........................................................................................................
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214367 vi revision a 3.14.6 installing nut protectors (for blade hardware on discs).............................................................. 74 3.15 lubricating the header ..................................................................................................................... 75 3....
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214367 1 revision a 1 safety 1.1 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 ...
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214367 2 revision a 1.2 general safety 1000004 figure 1.1: 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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214367 3 revision a 1000007 figure 1.4: 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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214367 4 revision a 1.3 safety signs 1000694 figure 1.7: 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 cur...
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214367 5 revision a 2 unloading the header caution to avoid injury to bystanders from being struck by machinery, do not allow people to stand in unloading area. Caution equipment used for unloading must meet or exceed the requirements specified below. Using inadequate equipment may result in chain b...
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214367 6 revision a 1009204 figure 2.3: moving header with forklift 4. Back up until the unit clears trailer, and slowly lower to 150 mm (6 in.) from the ground. 5. Take to storage or setup area. 6. Set machine down on secure, level ground. 7. If hydraulic motor and hoses are shipped separately on p...
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214367 7 revision a 3 assembling the header 3.1 removing underside shipping support and installing auger pan caution keep feet clear when removing final bolts. 1009307 a b figure 3.1: shipping support 1. Use a forklift to support stand. 2. Remove two bolts (a) on each end of support and remove shipp...
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214367 8 revision a 1009346 a a b c d figure 3.3: auger pan installed 5. Position auger pan (a) against cutterbar lugs and install four 1/2 x 3.5 in. Long bolts (b) and lock nuts. Do not fully tighten. 6. Check and make sure that auger pan is oriented as shown. 7. Check and make sure that center pan...
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214367 9 revision a 3.2 installing skid shoes (optional) note: this kit may be installed later in the assembly sequence, but installation may be easier prior to laying the header down. Danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove th...
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214367 10 revision a 3.3 installing gauge rollers (optional) note: this kit may be installed later in the assembly sequence, but installation may be easier prior to laying the header down. 1009208 figure 3.5: gauge roller (right side shown – left side similar) 1. Unpack gauge roller bundle and insta...
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214367 11 revision a 3.4 lowering header caution equipment used for lowering the header must meet or exceed the requirements specified below. Using inadequate equipment may result in chain breakage, vehicle tipping, or machine damage. Table 3.1 lifting vehicle chain type overhead lifting quality 12....
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214367 12 revision a 10093791011633 1 2 3 figure 3.7: lowering header to the ground caution stand clear when lowering the header. 5. Back up slowly, while simultaneously lowering header until cutterbar rests on ground. 6. Remove chains from header. Assembling the header.
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214367 13 revision a 3.5 removing shipping stands 1009309 a figure 3.8: banding on baffle 1. Cut and remove banding (a) from baffle. 1009218 a b figure 3.9: shipping stand (left side shown – right side opposite) 2. Remove plate (a) from left shipping stand (b) and set aside with hardware for reinsta...
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214367 14 revision a 1009219 a a b figure 3.10: shipping stand (left side shown – right side opposite) 3. Remove the three bolts (a) securing left stand (b) to shipping channel plate and shield. 1009223 a b c figure 3.11: shipping stand (left side shown – right side opposite) 4. Remove bolt (a) secu...
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214367 15 revision a 1009224 a b figure 3.13: shipping stand (left side shown – right side opposite), baffle not shown for clarity 10. Remove two bolts (a) attaching shipping channel (b) to frame. Retain hardware. 1009216 a b figure 3.14: shipping stand (left side shown – right side opposite) 11. Re...
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214367 16 revision a 1009213 a figure 3.16: frame with shipping stand removed 15. Reinstall two bolts (a) and lock nuts into cover support and tighten. 1009253 a figure 3.17: shipping hook 16. Remove hooks (a) at front corners. Reinstall hardware. Note: if tall crop divider option will be installed,...
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214367 17 revision a 3.6 installing swath baffle lever 1009350 a e b c d figure 3.19: adjuster plate and swath baffle lever 1. Retrieve adjuster plate and hardware previously removed from shipping stand (in 3.5 removing shipping stands, page 13 ). 2. Position adjuster plate (a) over holes on side de...
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214367 18 revision a 3.7 unpacking curtains 1023080 a b b figure 3.21: cutterbar door and curtain secured for shipping (view from below cutterbar door) 1. Remove two bolts (a) securing cutterbar doors to frame. 2. Remove shipping wire (b) from around curtains. Warning ensure cutterbar is completely ...
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214367 19 revision a 1018402 figure 3.23: cutterbar doors open 4. Lift at front of door to open position. 5. Check cutterbar area for debris and foreign objects. Ensure all material is removed. 1009313 figure 3.24: curtain – unacceptable 6. Close cutterbar doors. Ensure that curtains hang properly a...
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214367 20 revision a 1006055 a figure 3.26: cutterbar door latch 7. For export headers, ensure latches (a) engage cutterbar doors. 1006051 a figure 3.27: curtain latches 8. Fasten latches (a) at corners of curtains. Assembling the header.
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214367 21 revision a 1009354 a b c figure 3.28: top shield cover 9. Remove shipping edge trim (a). 10. Close the shields (b) over the two shipping tie-down holes and tighten nuts (c). 1009311 a a figure 3.29: shipping material around hoses 11. Remove shipping wire banding and protective packing (a) ...
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214367 22 revision a 3.8 attaching conditioner cover 1009254 a b figure 3.30: cover in shipping configuration 1. Remove bolts (a) and remove cover (b) from shipping position. 2. Replace bolts (a) into existing holes. 1009255 a figure 3.31: hardware on edge of hood 3. Remove six carriage bolts (a) al...
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214367 23 revision a 1009355 a b b b figure 3.32: cover installed 4. Position cover (a) on hood as shown and secure with six carriage bolts (b) and lock nuts. Assembling the header.
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214367 24 revision a 3.9 assembling forming shield 1010848 a b figure 3.33: forming shield in shipping configuration 1. Unpack and remove shipping material from side deflectors (a). 2. Remove hardware bag (b). 3. Open the hardware bag. 1018392 a b c d e figure 3.34: forming shield cover right side u...
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214367 25 revision a 1018395 a b c d e figure 3.36: forming shield: side deflectors 8. Assemble side deflectors (c) to cover with 5/8 x 10 in. Bolt (b), jam nut (e), washer (d), and nut (a). 9. Tighten flange nut (a) enough to hold deflectors (c) in position, but still allow deflectors to move. 10. ...
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214367 26 revision a 1018397 figure 3.38: forming shield right side up 13. Invert forming shield to installation position as shown. 1006017 a b c d figure 3.39: hose support 14. For m205 and m1240 self-propelled windrowers: install hose support (a) to the left side of the top shield (b) and channel ...
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214367 27 revision a 1006022 a b c d e f g figure 3.41: forming shield top view a - two 11 mm (7/16 in.) holes b - top shield c - channel d - header forward e - 320 mm (12.6 in.) f - 144.8 mm (5.7 in.) g - 19.5 mm (0.77 in.) note: if there are no mounting slots for the hose support, drill two 11 mm ...
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214367 28 revision a 3.10 installing forming shield to install the forming shield, follow these steps: 1. To ease forming shield installation, remove header from windrower (if attached). Refer to your windrower operator ’s manual for instructions. 1009324 a b c d figure 3.42: attaching plate to wind...
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214367 29 revision a 1005181 a figure 3.44: forming shield under windrower frame 6. Position the forming shield (a) under the windrower frame. 1005182 a b figure 3.45: attaching forming shield to windrower legs 7. Position the forming shield onto spacers (b) on windrower legs. Secure with clevis pin...
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214367 30 revision a 1005067 a b figure 3.46: attaching forming shield to windrower frame 8. Lift the aft end of the forming shield and attach straps (b) to pins (a) on windrower frame. Install washer and hairpin to secure strap. Use the middle hole and adjust height to suit the crop. 1018398 a b c ...
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214367 31 revision a 3.11 attaching header to an m series windrower the procedure for attaching the header to an m series windrower varies depending on the type of center-link installed. The center-link consists of either a hydraulic cylinder that adjusts the header tilt or angle and is controlled w...
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214367 32 revision a 1008947 a figure 3.50: ground speed lever caution check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. 2. Start the engine and activate the header down button (a) on the ground speed lever (gsl) to fully retract header lift cylinders. Important: if the center-link is too low, ...
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214367 33 revision a 1008944 a b c d figure 3.53: ground speed lever 5. Use the following gsl functions to position the center-link hook above the header attachment pin: • reel up (a) to raise the center-link • reel down (b) to lower the center-link • header tilt up (c) to retract the center-link • ...
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214367 34 revision a 1000770 a b figure 3.56: safety prop 11. Engage safety props on both lift cylinders as follows: a. Stop engine and remove key from ignition. B. Pull lever (a) and rotate towards the header to release and lower safety prop (b) onto the lift cylinder. C. Repeat for opposite lift c...
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214367 35 revision a 1008712 a b figure 3.58: header float linkage 13. Remove clevis pin from storage position (b) in linkage and insert into hole (a) to engage float springs. Secure with hairpin. 1014507 a figure 3.59: safety prop lever 14. Disengage safety prop by turning lever (a) downwards to re...
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214367 36 revision a 3.11.2 attaching header to an m200 or m205 windrower: hydraulic center-link without optional self-alignment danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator ’s s...
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214367 37 revision a 1008925 a figure 3.63: ground speed lever caution check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. 2. Start the engine and activate header down button (a) on the ground speed lever (gsl) to fully retract header lift cylinders. 1000757 a b figure 3.64: hydraulic center-link...
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214367 38 revision a 1008948 a b figure 3.66: ground speed lever 5. Use the following gsl functions to position the center-link hook above the header attachment pin: • header tilt up (a) to retract the center-link • header tilt down (b) to extend the center-link 6. Stop engine and remove key from ig...
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214367 39 revision a 1000770 a b figure 3.69: safety prop 12. Engage safety props on both lift cylinders as follows: a. Stop engine and remove key from ignition. B. Pull lever (a) and rotate towards the header to release and lower safety prop (b) onto the lift cylinder. C. Repeat for opposite lift c...
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214367 40 revision a 1008712 a b figure 3.71: header float linkage 14. Remove clevis pin from storage position (b) in linkage and insert into hole (a) to engage float springs. Secure with hairpin. 1014507 a figure 3.72: safety prop lever 15. Disengage safety prop by turning lever (a) downwards to re...
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214367 41 revision a 3.11.3 attaching header to an m200 windrower: mechanical center-link danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator ’s seat for any reason. 1021748 a b c figur...
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214367 42 revision a 1008806 b a figure 3.77: header support 3. Drive the windrower slowly forward until the windrower feet (a) enter the header supports (b). Continue driving slowly forward until the feet engage the supports and the header nudges forward. 1008810 a c b d figure 3.78: mechanical cen...
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214367 43 revision a 1000770 a b figure 3.80: safety prop 11. Engage safety props on both lift cylinders as follows: a. Stop engine and remove key from ignition. B. Pull lever (a) and rotate towards the header to release and lower safety prop (b) onto the lift cylinder. C. Repeat for opposite lift c...
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214367 44 revision a 1008712 a b figure 3.82: header float linkage 13. Remove clevis pin from storage position (b) in linkage and insert into hole (a) to engage float springs. Secure with hairpin. 1014507 a figure 3.83: safety prop lever 14. Disengage safety prop by turning lever (a) downwards to re...
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214367 45 revision a 3.12 attaching header to an m1 series windrower the procedure for attaching the header to an m1 series windrower varies depending on the type of center-link installed. Follow the appropriate procedure: • 3.12.1 attaching header to an m1240 windrower: hydraulic center-link with o...
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214367 46 revision a 1015851 a b figure 3.87: hpt display note: if not prompted by the hpt display to remove header float, remove header float manually by doing the following: 3. Press rotary scroll knob (a) on harvest performance tracker (hpt) to highlight quickmenu options. 4. Rotate scroll knob (...
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214367 47 revision a 1008806 b a figure 3.90: header support 8. Drive the windrower slowly forward until the windrower feet (a) enter the header supports (b). Continue to drive slowly forward until feet engage the supports and header nudges forward. 9. Ensure that lift linkages are properly engaged ...
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214367 48 revision a 1016103 a figure 3.93: cylinder safety prop 17. Engage safety prop on lift cylinder as follows: a. Pull lever (a) and rotate toward header to release, and lower safety prop onto cylinder. B. Repeat for opposite lift cylinder. Important: ensure the safety props engage over the cy...
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214367 49 revision a 1014802 a figure 3.96: gsl 21. Start engine and press header down switch (a) on gsl to fully lower header. 1015851 a b figure 3.97: hpt display 22. Press rotary scroll knob (a) on harvest performance tracker (hpt) to highlight quickmenu options. 23. Rotate scroll knob (a) to hig...
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214367 50 revision a 3.12.2 attaching header to an m1240 windrower: hydraulic center-link without optional self-alignment danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator ’s seat for...
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214367 51 revision a 1015853 figure 3.101: header float spring caution to prevent damage to the header lift linkages when lowering header lift legs without a header or weight box attached to the windrower, ensure the float springs tension is fully released. 1015851 a b figure 3.102: hpt display note...
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214367 52 revision a 1014802 a figure 3.104: ground speed lever 7. Press header down button (a) on the ground speed lever (gsl) to fully retract header lift cylinders. 1000780 b a figure 3.105: header support 8. Drive the windrower slowly forward until the windrower feet (a) enter the header support...
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214367 53 revision a 1008781 a b figure 3.107: hydraulic center-link 12. Push down on rod end of link cylinder (b) until hook engages and locks onto header pin. Important: hook release must be down to enable self-locking mechanism. If the release is open (up), manually push it down after hook engage...
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214367 54 revision a 1021447 a b figure 3.110: header support 17. Install clevis pin (a) through support and windrower lift member, and secure with hairpin (b). Repeat for opposite side. Important: ensure clevis pin (a) is fully inserted and hairpin is installed behind bracket. 1014791 a figure 3.11...
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214367 55 revision a 1015851 a b figure 3.113: hpt display note: if not prompted by the hpt display to restore float, restore float manually by doing the following: 21. Press rotary scroll knob (a) on harvest performance tracker (hpt) to highlight quick menu options. 22. Rotate scroll knob (a) to hi...
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214367 56 revision a 3.13 attaching hydraulics and electrical connections the procedure for attaching the header hydraulic and electrical connections depends on the windrower model. Refer to the appropriate procedure: • 3.13.1 attaching hydraulic and electrical components: m205 windrowers, page 56 •...
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214367 57 revision a 1005186 a b c figure 3.116: hydraulic hoses 2. Route hose bundle (a) from the header under the windrower frame, and insert pin (b) into hole in windrower frame. 3. Place hoses on support (c) and on the hose support on the forming shield (not shown). 1018909 a figure 3.117: prote...
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214367 58 revision a attaching hydraulics using quick coupler connections: 1005187 a b figure 3.118: hydraulic couplers with coupler lock 1. Remove coupler lock as follows: a. Remove lynch pin (a) and open up coupler lock (b). B. Remove lock from coupler. 1014315 a a b b e d c figure 3.119: hose rou...
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214367 59 revision a 1005189 a b figure 3.120: hydraulic couplers with coupler lock 4. Position the lock onto the couplers so that retainer (a) rests under the fitting next to the sleeve on each coupler. Note: the retainer can be adjusted by loosening bolts (b). Tighten bolts after adjusting. 100519...
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214367 60 revision a attaching hydraulics using hard plumbing connections: 1014148 a a b b c c d d e f g figure 3.123: hose routing and connections 1. Connect rear pump hose (a) to outboard line (f) on windrower using fitting (d). 2. Connect front pump hose (b) to inboard line (g) on windrower using...
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214367 61 revision a 1005193 a figure 3.125: windrower with left platform in closed position 6. Move windrower platform (a) to the closed position. For instructions, refer to the windrower operator ’s manual. 3.13.2 attaching hydraulic and electrical components: m200 windrowers danger to avoid bodil...
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214367 62 revision a 1005195 a b figure 3.127: hose bundle 1. Disengage and rotate lever (a) counterclockwise to the up position. 2. Remove cap (b) securing the electrical connector to the frame. 1005196 a figure 3.128: hose bundle 3. Move hose bundle (a) from the windrower, and rest the bundle on t...
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214367 63 revision a 1005197 a figure 3.129: hose support 4. Position the hose support with lower bolt (a) in the forward hole, as shown. Loosen both bolts and adjust as required. 1005198 a b c figure 3.130: hose bundle 5. Route hose bundle (a) from the windrower through support (b) on header. 6. Ro...
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214367 64 revision a 1005185 a figure 3.132: windrower with left platform in open position 9. Move the windrower ’s left side (cab-forward) platform (a) to the open position to access the valve blocks. 1023085 m2 m2 r2 a figure 3.133: hydraulic connections 10. Remove caps from pressure (m2) and retu...
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214367 65 revision a 1006076 a figure 3.134: hose bundle 12. Disconnect fittings at end of hose bundle (a). Discard caps. 1023083 a b b c d m2 r2 d c figure 3.135: hydraulic connections 13. Remove o-ring from cap (a) and install over jic threads on fitting at return port (r2) on header drive manifol...
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214367 66 revision a 1005200 a b m2 r2 figure 3.136: hydraulic connections 16. Connect pressure hose (a) to male coupler in port (m2) on header drive manifold. 17. Connect return hose (b) to female coupler in port (r2) on header drive manifold. Note: if the windrower is equipped with a reverser valv...
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214367 67 revision a 1005193 a figure 3.138: top view of windrower 21. Move platform (a) to the closed position. For instructions, refer to the windrower operator ’s manual. 3.13.3 attaching hydraulics and electrical: m1240 windrowers note: factory-installed hard plumb connections are ideal for atta...
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214367 68 revision a 1018903 a c b d figure 3.140: hose and electrical routing 3. Route hose bundle (a) from header to under windrower frame. Note: route hoses as straight as possible and avoid rub/wear points that could damage hydraulic hoses. 4. Insert pin (b) into hole (c) in windrower frame, and...
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214367 69 revision a 1019935 a b c d e f g a figure 3.143: quick-disconnect hydraulic and electrical connections (parts removed for clarity) 8. Refer to the following to connect hydraulic hoses with quick-disconnect fittings to the windrower: note: if hoses are not equipped with quick-disconnect fit...
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214367 70 revision a 1015479 a b figure 3.145: left cab-forward platform 10. Push latch (b) to unlock the platform (a). 11. Pull platform (a) towards the cab until it stops and latch (b) engages. Assembling the header.
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214367 71 revision a 3.14 installing other options install options (if supplied with shipment) in accordance with the instructions supplied with each kit. 3.14.1 installing tall crop divider to install the tall crop divider kit (md #b5509), follow these steps: danger to avoid bodily injury or death ...
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214367 72 revision a 1006169 a b figure 3.148: tall crop divider installed 6. Position left divider (b) on header left front corner, and install with four bolts (a) and nuts in existing holes. Tighten hardware. 7. Repeat for right side. 8. Lower cutterbar doors. 3.14.2 installing double windrow atta...
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214367 73 revision a 3.14.3 installing skid shoes (optional) danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator ’s seat for any reason. 1. Lower header to the ground, shut off engine, ...
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214367 74 revision a 3.14.5 installing tall crop feed plates 1009282 a figure 3.152: tall crop feed plates storage location (driveshield removed for clarity) two plates (a) are supplied with each header and can be installed if required. They are stored behind the right side driveshield. Installation...
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214367 75 revision a 3.15 lubricating the header the header has been lubricated at the factory. However, you should lubricate the header prior to delivery to offset the effects of weather during outside storage and transport, and to familiarize yourself with the header. 3.15.1 driveshields warning d...
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214367 76 revision a opening the driveshield: export headers follow these steps to open the driveshield on export headers: 1004391 b c d a figure 3.156: driveshield 1. Release rubber latches (a). 2. Insert a screwdriver (or equivalent) through hole in shield (b) and into the notch in latch (c) and d...
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214367 77 revision a 3.15.2 greasing procedure danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator ’s seat for any reason. The greasing points are marked on the machine by decals showin...
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214367 78 revision a figure 3.159: lubrication points 1009363 c d a b b e f a - driveline universals (two places) b - roll shaft bearings (two places) c - driveline universals (two places) d - driveline shaft3 (two places) e - driveline universals3 (two places) f - driveshaft (one place) assembling ...
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214367 79 revision a figure 3.160: lubrication points 1013946 a b d c a - roll shaft bearings (two places) b - optional gauge roll bearings (two places) – both sides c - belt tensioner pivot (one place) d - auger bearing (one place) assembling the header.
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214367 81 revision a 4 performing predelivery checks danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator ’s seat for any reason. Important: to avoid machine damage, check that no shippi...
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214367 82 revision a 1009366 a b c d figure 4.2: conditioner drive belt tension 2. Check that adjuster nut (a) is tight and that conditioner drive belt (b) is tensioned. 3. Check that end of slots (c) are aligned with plate (d). Caution check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. 1006495 ...
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214367 83 revision a 4.2 checking header float: m200 and m205 windrowers caution check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. 1008948 a b figure 4.4: header tilt switches 1. Start engine and lower header to ground, and ensure header lift cylinders are fully retracted. 2. Adjust the header ...
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214367 84 revision a 4.3 checking header float: m1240 windrowers danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator ’s seat for any reason. 1015816 a a b figure 4.6: gsl 1. Start the e...
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214367 85 revision a 1015027 a b figure 4.8: hpt run screen 3. Press rotary scroll knob (a) on hpt to display the quickmenu system. 4. Rotate scroll knob (a) to highlight header float icon (b) and press scroll knob to select. 1019608 a b c d figure 4.9: hpt left/right float settings 5. Turn scroll k...
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214367 86 revision a 4.4 checking header level to check and adjust header level, follow these steps: danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator ’s seat for any reason. 1011350 ...
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214367 87 revision a 1023040 a figure 4.12: wooden block under header support 8. Place wooden blocks (a) under header cutterbar and header support. 9. Disengage header safety props. Caution check to be sure all bystanders have cleared the area. 1011247 a figure 4.13: header lift linkage 10. Start en...
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214367 88 revision a 4.5 checking conditioner rolls 4.5.1 checking conditioner roll gap danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator ’s seat for any reason. Note: if roll gap is ...
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214367 89 revision a 4.5.2 checking conditioner roll timing danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator ’s seat for any reason. 1. Lower the header fully to the ground. 2. Shut ...
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214367 90 revision a 1005064 a b figure 4.19: roll timing gauge in use a - start position b - gauge position 6. From the rear of the header, position gauge at center of rolls as shown, and manually turn rolls to limits of gauge. Rolls will engage the gauge if timing is correct. 7. Manually turn roll...
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214367 91 revision a 4.6 checking gauge rollers or skid shoes danger to avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of the windrower, always stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before leaving the operator ’s seat for any reason. 1009207 figure 4.22: skid shoe 1. Raise heade...
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214367 92 revision a 4.7 preparing the bevel gearbox to prepare the bevel gearbox and check the oil level, follow these steps: 1006099 figure 4.24: driveshield 1. Adjust header height and angle so that top of header is horizontal. 2. Open the driveshield. 1007271 a b figure 4.25: bevel gearbox 3. Cu...
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214367 93 revision a 4.8 preparing the conditioner roll timing gearbox to prepare the conditioner gearbox and check the oil level, follow these steps: 1. Open the driveshield. 1011332 a b figure 4.27: conditioner gearbox 2. Adjust the header height and angle until the top of the conditioner gearbox ...
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214367 94 revision a 4.9 checking lights the hazard lights are mounted on both ends of the header, and activated by a switch in the windrower cab. 1023025 a b figure 4.30: hazard light 1. Check for operation during run-up. 2. Ensure light mountings (a) are secure and check lights (b) for damage. Per...
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214367 95 revision a 4.10 checking manuals 1004470 a figure 4.31: manual storage case the following manuals should be stored in the manual storage case (a) on the right side of the header: • r85 rotary disc 4.9-meter (16-foot) header for self-propelled windrower operator ’s manual performing predeli...
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214367 96 revision a 4.11 running up the header danger • keep everyone several hundred feet away from your operation. Ensure bystanders are never in line with the front or rear of the machine. Stones or other foreign objects can be ejected from either end with force. • take extreme care to avoid inj...
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214367 97 revision a 5 reference 5.1 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 ...
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214367 98 revision a a 1004958 b c d figure 5.2: bolt grades a - nominal size b - sae-8 c - sae-5 d - sae-2 table 5.2 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 3...
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214367 99 revision a a 1004958 b c d figure 5.4: bolt grades a - nominal size b - sae-8 c - sae-5 d - sae-2 table 5.4 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 ...
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214367 100 revision a 10013701001370 a figure 5.6: bolt grades table 5.6 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...
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214367 101 revision a 10013701001370 a figure 5.8: bolt grades table 5.8 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 ...
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214367 102 revision a 5.1.4 flare-type hydraulic fittings 1003430 a c d b e figure 5.10: 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...
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214367 103 revision a 5.1.5 o-ring boss (orb) hydraulic fittings (adjustable) 1003431 a b c d figure 5.11: 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) ...
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214367 104 revision a table 5.11 o-ring boss (orb) hydraulic fittings (adjustable) sae dash size thread size (in.) torque value 5 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 34...
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214367 105 revision a 5.1.6 o-ring boss (orb) hydraulic fittings (non-adjustable) 1004663 a b c figure 5.13: 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. ...
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214367 106 revision a 5.1.7 o-ring face seal (orfs) hydraulic fittings 1001376 figure 5.14: 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 5.15: hydraulic fitting 2. Appl...
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214367 107 revision a table 5.13 o-ring face seal (orfs) hydraulic fittings (continued) sae dash size thread size (in.) tube o.D. (in.) torque value 9 nm lbf·ft -14 note 8 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 –561...
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214367 108 revision a 5.2 conversion chart table 5.15 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...
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214367 109 revision a 5.3 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 cab-forward windr...
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214367 110 revision a term definition north american header header configuration typical in north america npt national pipe thread: a style of fitting used for low pressure port openings. Threads on npt fittings are uniquely tapered for an interference fit orb o-ring boss: a style of fitting commonl...
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214367 111 revision a predelivery checklist perform these checks and adjustments before delivering the machine to your customer. If adjustments are required, refer to the appropriate page number in this manual. The completed checklist should be retained by either the operator or the dealer. Warning ...
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214367 112 revision a table .16 predelivery checklist (continued) ü ü item reference grease all bearings and drivelines. 3.15 lubricating the header, page 75 check conditioner roll gap and timing. 4.5 checking conditioner rolls, page 88 check if roll intermesh hardware is securely tightened. 4.5 che...
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