MacDon D50 User manual
D50 and D60 Harvest Heade
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FD70 FlexDraper Combine Heade
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Part #169006 Rev. D
$15
This Manual contains instructions for “SAFETY”, “OPERATION”, and “MAINTENANCE/SERVICE” information for your
new MacDon Models D50 and D60 Harvest Header®and FD70 FlexDraper® for combines.
FD70 FLEXDRAPER
®
D60 HARVEST HEADER
®
D50 HARVEST HEADER
®
Form 169006 1 Revision D
1 INTRODUCTION
This instructional manualcontains information on the D50/D60 Harvest Headers, FD70 FlexDraper, and the CA20
Combine Adapter. It must be used in conjunction with your Combine Operator's Manual.
The FD70 FlexDraper header is specially designed as a “straight cut” header, and is equipped to work well in all
straightcutconditions,whethercuttingonorabovetheground, utilizingathreepieceflexibleframetocloselyfollow
ground contours.
The CA20 Combine Adapter allows any of the D and FD Series headers to be easily attached to your specific
combine.
CAREFULLY READ ALL THE MATERIAL PROVIDED BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO UNLOAD, ASSEMBLE, OR
USE THE MACHINE.
Use this manual as your first source of informationabout the machine. If youfollow the instructionsgivenhere,your
Header will work wellfor many years. If yourequiremore detailed service information,aService Manual is available
from your MacDon Dealer.
Use the Table of Contents and the Index to guide you to specific areas. Study the Table of Contents to familiarize
yourself with how the material is organized.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass
on to new Operators or Owners.
A storage case for this manual is located inside the header
left endshield.
Call your MacDon Dealer if you need assistance,
information, or additional copies of this manual.
Published August, 2011
Form 169006 2 Revision D
2 MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER
NOTE: Right hand (RH) and Left-hand (LH) designations are determined from the Operator’s position, facing
forward.
Record the Model Number, Serial Number, and Model Year of the Header, Slow Speed Transport/Stabilizer Wheel
Option (if installed), and the Combine Adapter on the lines below:
HEADER MODEL______________SERIAL NO._________________YEAR_____
Serial Number Plate is located on the left hand endsheet, near the knife
drive motor.
ADAPTER MODEL________SERIAL NO.______________YEAR_____
Serial Number Plate is located on the frame above the main
drive gearbox.
SLOW SPEED TRANSPORT/STABILIZER WHEEL OPTION
SERIAL NO.__________________YEAR_____
Serial Number Plate is located on the left hand wheel pivot tube.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Form 169006 3 Revision D
Section/Title Page
1INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................. 1
2MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER.................................................................................................................... 2
3SAFETY........................................................................................................................................................... 7
3.1SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL.................................................................................................................... 7
3.2SIGNAL WORDS................................................................................................................................... 7
3.3SAFETY DECALS................................................................................................................................. 7
3.3.1Safety Decal Installation ............................................................................................................... 7
3.3.2Safety Decal Locations ................................................................................................................. 8
3.4GENERAL SAFETY............................................................................................................................ 20
4DEFINITIONS................................................................................................................................................ 22
5COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION.................................................................................................................. 23
5.1COMBINE HEADER............................................................................................................................ 23
5.2COMBINE ADAPTER.......................................................................................................................... 24
6SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................................................................................... 25
7HEADER ATTACHMENT / DETACHMENT ................................................................................................. 27
7.1ADAPTER SET-UP............................................................................................................................. 27
7.1.1Center-Link Kit ............................................................................................................................ 27
7.1.2Flighting Extensions.................................................................................................................... 28
7.1.3Stripper Bars............................................................................................................................... 28
7.1.4CR Feeder Deflectors ................................................................................................................. 29
7.1.5Auger Drive................................................................................................................................. 29
7.2CASE IH 7010, 8010, 7120, 8120, 5088, 6088, 7088.......................................................................... 30
7.2.1Attachment.................................................................................................................................. 30
7.2.2Detachment................................................................................................................................. 32
7.3CASE IH 2300, 2500 SERIES ............................................................................................................. 34
7.3.1Attachment.................................................................................................................................. 34
7.3.2Detachment................................................................................................................................. 37
7.4JOHN DEERE 60, 70 SERIES............................................................................................................. 40
7.4.1Attachment.................................................................................................................................. 40
7.4.2Detachment................................................................................................................................. 42
7.5JOHN DEERE 50 SERIES .................................................................................................................. 44
7.5.1Attachment.................................................................................................................................. 44
7.5.2Detachment................................................................................................................................. 46
7.6CAT LEXION 400, 500 SERIES .......................................................................................................... 48
7.6.1Attachment.................................................................................................................................. 48
7.6.2Detachment................................................................................................................................. 51
7.7NEW HOLLAND CR, CX..................................................................................................................... 54
7.7.1Attachment.................................................................................................................................. 54
7.7.2Detachment................................................................................................................................. 56
7.8AGCO.................................................................................................................................................. 58
7.8.1Attachment.................................................................................................................................. 58
7.8.2Detachment................................................................................................................................. 61
8HEADER/ADAPTER DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY............................................................................ 63
8.1D50 AND D60 HARVEST HEADER/ADAPTER.................................................................................. 63
8.1.1Disassembly................................................................................................................................ 63
8.1.2Assembly..................................................................................................................................... 66
8.2FD70 FLEXDRAPER/ADAPTER......................................................................................................... 71
8.2.1Disassembly................................................................................................................................ 71
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8.2.2Assembly.....................................................................................................................................75
9OPERATION..................................................................................................................................................79
9.1OWNER/OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES........................................................................................79
9.2OPERATIONAL SAFETY....................................................................................................................79
9.3BREAK-IN PERIOD.............................................................................................................................80
9.4PRE-SEASON CHECK........................................................................................................................80
9.5DAILY START-UP CHECK..................................................................................................................81
9.6SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE................................................................................................................81
9.7HEADER CONTROLS.........................................................................................................................82
9.8HEADER LIFT CYLINDER LOCK-OUTS.............................................................................................82
9.9REEL PROPS......................................................................................................................................82
9.10STORAGE...........................................................................................................................................84
9.11HEADER SET-UP................................................................................................................................85
9.11.1Header Operating Variables........................................................................................................89
9.11.2Cutting Height..............................................................................................................................89
9.11.3Header Float................................................................................................................................92
9.11.4Header Angle...............................................................................................................................96
9.11.5Reel Speed..................................................................................................................................97
9.11.6Ground Speed.............................................................................................................................98
9.11.7Draper Speed..............................................................................................................................99
9.11.8Knife Speed...............................................................................................................................100
9.11.9Reel Height................................................................................................................................100
9.11.10Reel Fore-Aft Position ...............................................................................................................101
9.11.11Reel Tine Pitch..........................................................................................................................105
9.11.12Crop Dividers and Rods ............................................................................................................107
9.12DRAPER DEFLECTORS...................................................................................................................110
9.12.1Deflector Replacement..............................................................................................................110
9.12.2Deflector Rework.......................................................................................................................110
9.13KNIFE HEAD SHIELD .......................................................................................................................111
9.14HEADER LEVELLING .......................................................................................................................112
9.15UNPLUGGING CUTTERBAR............................................................................................................113
9.16UNPLUGGING ADAPTER.................................................................................................................113
9.17UPPER CROSS AUGER...................................................................................................................114
9.18TRANSPORTING HEADER..............................................................................................................115
9.18.1On the Combine ........................................................................................................................115
9.18.2Towing.......................................................................................................................................115
9.18.3Converting from Transport to Field Position..............................................................................116
9.18.4Converting from Field to Transport Position..............................................................................121
9.19WINDROWING..................................................................................................................................124
9.19.1Adapter Modification..................................................................................................................124
10MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING .........................................................................................................128
10.1PREPARATION FOR SERVICING....................................................................................................128
10.2RECOMMENDED SAFETY PROCEDURES ....................................................................................128
10.3MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................129
10.3.1Recommended Torques............................................................................................................129
10.3.2Roller Chain Installation.............................................................................................................132
10.3.3Sealed Bearing Installation........................................................................................................132
10.3.4Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.......................................................................................133
10.3.5Conversion Chart.......................................................................................................................134
10.4ENDSHIELDS AND COVERS...........................................................................................................135
10.4.1Endshields.................................................................................................................................135
10.4.2Linkage Cover (FD70 FLEXDRAPER ONLY)...........................................................................138
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Form 169006 5 Revision D
10.5LUBRICATION.................................................................................................................................. 139
10.5.1Greasing Procedure.................................................................................................................. 139
10.5.2Lubrication Points...................................................................................................................... 139
10.5.3Oiling Requirements.................................................................................................................. 147
10.5.4Auger Drive Chain Lubrication.................................................................................................. 148
10.5.5Main Drive Gearbox Lubrication ............................................................................................... 148
10.6HYDRAULICS................................................................................................................................... 150
10.6.1Reservoir................................................................................................................................... 150
10.6.2Hydraulic Oil Filter..................................................................................................................... 152
10.6.3Hoses and Lines ....................................................................................................................... 152
10.6.4Hydraulic Schematics................................................................................................................ 153
10.7ELECTRICAL.................................................................................................................................... 156
10.8MAIN DRIVE...................................................................................................................................... 156
10.8.1Driveline Removal..................................................................................................................... 156
10.8.2Driveline Installation.................................................................................................................. 157
10.8.3Guard Removal......................................................................................................................... 157
10.8.4Guard Installation...................................................................................................................... 158
10.8.5Drive Chain Adjustment ............................................................................................................ 159
10.9AUGER.............................................................................................................................................. 160
10.9.1Auger Pan Clearance................................................................................................................ 160
10.9.2Auger Drive Chain Adjustment.................................................................................................. 161
10.9.3Auger Drive Chain Replacement .............................................................................................. 162
10.9.4Auger Tine Replacement.......................................................................................................... 163
10.10VIBRATION DAMPERS.................................................................................................................... 165
10.10.1Rubber Pad Replacement......................................................................................................... 165
10.11SICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVE............................................................................................................ 166
10.11.1Sickle Sections.......................................................................................................................... 166
10.11.2Sickle Removal ......................................................................................................................... 167
10.11.3Sickle Head Bearing Replacement........................................................................................... 167
10.11.4Sickle Installation ...................................................................................................................... 168
10.11.5Spare Sickle (Single Knife Headers)......................................................................................... 168
10.11.6Sickle Guards............................................................................................................................ 169
10.11.7Sickle Hold-Downs.................................................................................................................... 172
10.11.8Sickle Drive Belts: Non-Timed Drive......................................................................................... 173
10.11.9Double Knife Drive Belts: Timed Drive...................................................................................... 174
10.11.10Wobble Box............................................................................................................................... 179
10.12ADAPTER FEED DRAPER............................................................................................................... 182
10.12.1Draper Tension Adjustment ...................................................................................................... 182
10.12.2Replacing Draper...................................................................................................................... 182
10.13HEADER DRAPERS......................................................................................................................... 184
10.13.1Header Draper Tension Adjustment ......................................................................................... 184
10.13.2Replacing Split Draper.............................................................................................................. 184
10.13.3Header Draper Alignment......................................................................................................... 186
10.13.4Draper Roller Maintenance....................................................................................................... 187
10.13.5Deck Height............................................................................................................................... 190
10.14REEL AND REEL DRIVE .................................................................................................................. 191
10.14.1Reel Clearance to Cutterbar: D50, D60.................................................................................... 191
10.14.2Reel Clearance to Cutterbar: FD70 .......................................................................................... 192
10.14.3Reel Frown Adjustment............................................................................................................. 194
10.14.4Reel Centering.......................................................................................................................... 194
10.14.5Reel Drive Chain: D60, FD70 ................................................................................................... 195
10.14.6Reel Drive Chain: D50 .............................................................................................................. 199
10.14.7Reel Drive Sprocket: D60, FD70............................................................................................... 200
10.14.8Reel Drive Sprocket: D50 ......................................................................................................... 201
10.14.9Reel Drive U-Joint: D60, FD70 ONLY....................................................................................... 202
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10.14.10Reel Drive Motor: D60, FD70....................................................................................................203
10.14.11Reel Drive Motor: D50...............................................................................................................204
10.14.12Reel Speed Sensor ...................................................................................................................205
10.14.13Reel Tines .................................................................................................................................208
10.14.14Tine Tube Bushings...................................................................................................................210
10.15HEADER WING FLOAT.....................................................................................................................214
10.15.1Wing Float Lock Adjustment......................................................................................................214
10.15.2Wing Balance ............................................................................................................................214
10.15.3Wing Linkage Adjustment..........................................................................................................216
10.16TRANSPORT SYSTEM.....................................................................................................................217
10.16.1Wheel Bolt Torque.....................................................................................................................217
10.16.2Axle Bolts...................................................................................................................................217
10.16.3Tire Inflation...............................................................................................................................217
10.17MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE............................................................................................................218
10.17.1Break-In Inspections..................................................................................................................218
10.17.2Interval Maintenance.................................................................................................................219
10.17.3Maintenance Record .................................................................................................................220
11TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................................................................................................222
11.1CROP LOSS AT CUTTERBAR..........................................................................................................222
11.2CUTTING ACTION AND SICKLE COMPONENTS ...........................................................................223
11.3REEL DELIVERY...............................................................................................................................225
11.4HEADER AND DRAPERS.................................................................................................................227
11.5FD70 FLEXDRAPER.........................................................................................................................229
11.6CUTTING EDIBLE BEANS................................................................................................................230
12OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS............................................................................................................234
12.1AUTO HEADER HEIGHT CONTROLLER.........................................................................................234
12.2KNIFE REVERSING KIT....................................................................................................................234
12.3FLOAT/ANGLE INDICATOR.............................................................................................................234
12.4HYDRAULIC HEADER TILT..............................................................................................................234
12.5CUTTERBAR POLY ..........................................................................................................................235
12.6ADJUSTABLE SKID SHOES WITH POLY COVER...........................................................................235
12.7STUB GUARD CONVERSION KIT....................................................................................................235
12.8STABILIZER WHEELS......................................................................................................................235
12.9STABILIZER/TRANSPORT WHEELS...............................................................................................235
12.10LODGED CROP REEL FINGER KIT.................................................................................................236
12.11VERTICAL KNIFE MOUNTS .............................................................................................................236
12.12UPPER CROSS AUGER...................................................................................................................236
12.13REEL ENDSHIELD KIT .....................................................................................................................236
12.14ROCK RETARDER KIT.....................................................................................................................237
12.15RICE DIVIDER KIT ............................................................................................................................237
12.16HYDRAULIC REEL FORE-AFT POSITIONER..................................................................................237
12.17CA20 DELICATE SEED SAVER KIT.................................................................................................237
12.18KNIFE HEAD SHIELD .......................................................................................................................237
13UNLOADING AND ASSEMBLY..............................................................................................................238
INDEX …………………………………………………………………………………….……………....………………...239
SECTION 3. SAFETY
Form 169006 7 Revision D
3 SAFETY
3.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
This safety alert symbol indicates important safety
messages in this manualand on safety decals on the
machine.
This symbol means:
ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Carefully read and follow the safety message
accompanying this symbol.
WHY IS SAFETY IMPORTANT TO YOU?
ACCIDENTS DISABLE AND KILL.
ACCIDENTS COST.
ACCIDENTS CAN BE AVOIDED.
3.2 SIGNAL WORDS
Note the use of the signal words DANGER,
WARNING, and CAUTION with safety messages.
The appropriate signal word for each message has
been selected using the following guidelines:
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury. It is also used to alert against
unsafe practices.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It is also used as a reminder
of good safety practices.
3.3 SAFETY DECALS
The safety decals appear on the header at
the locations shown on pages 8 to 19.
Keep safety decals clean and legible at all
times.
Replace safety decals that are missing or
become illegible.
If original parts on which a safety decal was
installedare replaced,be sure the repair part
also bears the current safety decal.
Safety decals are available from your
MacDon Dealer Parts Department.
3.3.1 Safety Decal Installation
a. Be sure the installation area is clean and dry.
b. Decide on the exact location before you remove
the decal backing paper.
c. Remove the smaller portion of the split backing
paper.
d. Place the decal in position and slowly peel back
the remaining paper, smoothing the decal as it is
applied.
e. Small air pocketscan be smoothed out or pricked
with a pin.
SECTION 3. SAFETY
Form 169006 8 Revision D
3.3.2 Safety Decal Locations
3.3.2.1 3-Panel Safety Decals: North America
BACK TUBE - BOTH ENDS
#172147
BACK TUBE #134070
BACK TUBE #134070
D60 45 FT
FD70
BACK TUBE #42122
SECTION 3. SAFETY
Form 169006 9 Revision D
3-Panel Safety Decals: North America (Cont’d)
A
LL
D60 20 FT
BACK TUBE #109843 BACK TUBE #134070
BACK TUBE & DECKS #172147
SECTION 3. SAFETY
Form 169006 10 Revision D
3-Panel Safety Decals: North America (Cont’d)
D50, D60: 30, 35, 40 FT D60 25 FT
BACK TUBE BOTH ENDS
#172147
BACK TUBE #134070
BACK TUBE - DOUBLE REEL ONLY
#42122
SECTION 3. SAFETY
Form 169006 11 Revision D
3-Panel Safety Decals: North America (Cont’d)
ALL
D60, FD70
BOTH ENDS - DOUBLE KNIFE
LEFT END - SINGLE KNIFE
#142909
D50
D50
REEL ARMS
#174633
LH & RH REEL ARMS
#174633
LH & RH REEL ARMS
#42122
SECTION 3. SAFETY
Form 169006 12 Revision D
3-Panel Safety Decals: North America (Cont’d)
DRIVELINE
#30316 INSIDE DRIVELINE GUARD
#36651
SECTION 3. SAFETY
Form 169006 13 Revision D
3.3.2.2 2-Panel Safety Decals: North America
and Export
ALL
FRONT TRANSPORT LEG
#193147
TOW-BAR
#129261
TOW-BAR
#193113
SECTION 3. SAFETY
Form 169006 14 Revision D
2-Panel Safety Decals: North America and Export
(Cont’d)
UPPER CROSS AUGER
#174682
LH AND RH
VERTICAL KNIFE
#174684
SECTION 3. SAFETY
Form 169006 15 Revision D
3.3.2.3 2-Panel Safety Decals: Export
BOTH ENDS #113482
BOTH ENDS - DOUBLE KNIFE
LEFT END - SINGLE KNIFE
#184371 BOTH ENDS #174436
DRIVELINE
#194521
ALL
SECTION 3. SAFETY
Form 169006 16 Revision D
2-Panel Safety Decals: Export (Cont’d)
BACKTUBE #174474
BACKTUBE - BOTH ENDS #174434
BACKTUBE #174474
D6045FT
FD70
BACKTUBE #174432
SECTION 3. SAFETY
Form 169006 17 Revision D
2-Panel Safety Decals: Export (Cont’d)
D60 20 FT
BACKTUBE #174474
BOTH ENDS #113482
ALL
BACKTUBE AND DECKS #174434
SECTION 3. SAFETY
Form 169006 18 Revision D
2-Panel Safety Decals: Export (Cont’d)
D50, D60: 30, 35, 40 FT D60 25 FT
BACK TUBE - BOTH ENDS
#174434
BACK TUBE - DOUBLE REEL ONLY
#174432
BACK TUBE - BOTH ENDS
#174474
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