MacDon FlexDraper FD1 Series User manual

Draper Clinic Handout
FD1 FlexDraper®

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Table of Contents
Flex vs. Float .................................................3
Break In Service – 5 minutes ................................. 4
Break In Service – 5 hours.................................... 4
Break In Service – 10 hours................................... 5
Break In Service – 50 hours .................................. 6
Maintenance – Lubrication Specs Chart ...................... 9
Maintenance – 10-25 Hours ..................................10
Maintenance – 50 Hours.....................................11
Maintenance – 100 Hours....................................12
Maintenance – 250 Hours ...................................14
Maintenance – 500 Hours ...................................15
Maintenance – 1000 Hours or 3 Years ........................16
End of Season ...............................................17
Knife Maintenance...........................................18
Adjusting Draper Tension ....................................19
Operation Tips..............................................20
Auto Header Height Control ................................ 22
Slow Speed Transport / Stabilization Wheel Option .........23
Performance Options .......................................24
Quick Card..................................................25

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Flex vs. Float
Float
Flex
When to Lock and When to Unlock
Float – refers to the vertical separation (or movement) of the Header from the Float Module.
Flex – refers to the movement of the 3 piece header frame including the knife.
Always Lock Float for transport.
Always Unlock Float when operating in the field.
Handle position (A) is locked for transport.
Rotate handle to position (B) for field operation.
2 latches – one on either side of Float Module.
Always Lock Flex for transport.
Can be either locked or unlocked in the field.
2 latches - one on either side. Each wing works independently.
Reel moves with cutterbar to maintain close relationship with knife.
Left picture shows handle (A) in wing locked position.
Right picture shows handle (B) in wing unlocked position.
B

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Break In Service
5 Minutes
5 Hours
Check the oil level when oil is cold, with the cutterbar just touching
the ground and with center-link retracted. FM100 adapters use
Single Grade Trans-Hydraulic Oil.
Normal terrain:
Maintain level so lower sight (A) is full, and upper sight (B) is empty.
Hilly terrain:
Maintain level so lower sight (A) is full, and upper sight (B) is up to
one-half filled.
Refer to Section 5.4 Hydraulics in the Operators Manual
for more information.
Check hydraulic oil level in reservoir (check after first run-up and after hoses have filled with oil).
Check for loose hardware and tighten to required torque.
Check knife drive belt tension (check periodically for first 50 hrs).
A properly tensioned knife drive belt (C) should deflect 24–28 mm
(15/16–1-1/8 in.) when 133 N (30 lbf) of force is applied at midspan.
If the belt tension needs to be adjusted, loosen the two bolts (A)
securing the motor assembly and turn the adjuster bolt (B) to move
the drive motor until proper tension is set.
Refer to Section 5.9 Knife Drive System in the Operators Manual
for more information.

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10 Hours
Rotate the auger (A) by hand in reverse direction, until it cannot
turn anymore.
Mark a line (B) across the drum and cover.
Rotate the auger (A) by hand, in forward direction, until it cannot
turn anymore.
Measure the distance between the two lines (B).
If the dierence (B) is 3–8 mm (1/8–5/16 in.), no adjustment is required.
If the dierence (B) is greater than 8 mm (5/16 in.), the auger drive chain
tension needs adjusting.
If the dierence (B) is less than 3 mm (1/8 in.), the auger drive chain
needs adjusting.
Refer to Section 5.7 Auger in the Operators Manual for
more information.
Check knife drive box mounting bolts.
Torque the side bolts (A) first, then torque the bottom bolts (B).
Torque all bolts to 271 Nm (200 lbf·ft).
Refer to Section 5.9 Knife Drive System in the Operators Manual
for more information.
Check auger drive chain tension and knife drive box mounting hardware.

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Break In Service
50 Hours
Clean around the mating surfaces of the filter (B) and manifold (A).
Place a suitably sized container (approximately 1 liter [0.26 gallons])
under the oil drain spout (C) to collect oil runo.
Remove the spin-o filter (B) and clean the exposed filter port in the
manifold (A).
Apply a thin film of clean oil to the O-ring provided with the new filter.
Turn the new filter into the manifold (A) until the O-ring contacts the
mating surface. Tighten the filter an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn by hand.
Confirm oil level in the reservoir and add as required
Refer to Section 5.4 Hydraulics in the Operators Manual
for more information.
Remove the oil drain plug (A) and the filler plug (C), and allow
the oil to drain.
Replace the oil drain plug (A) and remove the oil level plug (B).
Add SAE 85W-140 (API service class GL-5) oil into the filler plug (C)
until it runs out of the oil level hole (B).
NOTE: The header drive gearbox holds approximately 2.5 liters
(2.6 quarts) of oil.
Refer to Section 5.3 Maintenance Requirements in the Operators
Manual for more information.
Change float module hydraulic oil filter. Change the oil filter after the first 50 hours of operation,
and every 250 hours thereafter.
Change header drive gearbox oil.
New filter part number: 202986

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Remove two bolts and the chain adjusting cover (A).
Ensure there is no gasket (B) damage.
Remove the retainer plate (C).
Tighten bolt (D) to 6.8 Nm (60 lbf·in).
Refer to Table 5.1 and back o (loosen) bolt (D)
based on your gearbox configuration.
NOTE: For proper tensioning, the chain should have
10–14 mm (3/8–9/16 in.) of deflection at its midpoint.
Refer to Section 5.6 Header Drive in the Operators Manual
for more information.
Check header drive gearbox chain tension.
Table 5.1 Adjusting Bolt Tightness on Configured Gearboxes
Gearbox Config Gear Ratios Back O Amounts
CLAAS 22/38 sprocket ratio, 74 pitch chain 1 turn
Case, New Holland, & AGCO
(Challenger, Gleaner, Massey Ferguson) 29/38 sprocket ratio, 78 pitch chain 1 turn
John Deere 37/38 sprocket ratio, 80 pitch chain 2-1/2 turns

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Break In Service
Change knife drive box lubricant.
Raise the header and place a container large enough to hold approximately
2.2 liters (2.3 quarts) under the knife drive box to collect the oil.
Remove the breather/dipstick (A) and the drain plug (B). Alternate drain plug
located on forward side of the box. Drain the oil and replace the plug.
Add 2.2 liters (2.3 quarts) SAE 85W-140 to the knife drive box.
Refer to Section 5.9 Knife Drive System in the Operators Manual
for more information.
50 Hours – Continued
Check side draper deck height adjustment.
Check that clearance (A) between draper (B) and cutterbar (C) is 1–3mm
(1/16 - 1/8 in). If not, rotate connector slat to topside, loosen tension on
side draper, grab draper at connector slat and lift up and rearward to
remove draper from under cutterbar and expose the deck support.
Prop draper up with bar. Measure and note the thickness of the draper belt.
Loosen the two lock nuts (D) on the deck support (A) one-half turn only.
Tap the deck (A) to lower the deck relative to the deck supports. Tap the
deck support beside nuts (D) using a punch to raise the deck relative to
the deck supports.
Adjust so that measurement (B) is the thickness of the draper plus 1mm
as measured previously.
Tighten hardware then reinstall and tension draper. Recheck gap
to confirm correct adjustment.
Refer to Section 5.12 Header Side Drapers in the Operators Manual
for more information
NOTE: Correctly setting side draper deck height will limit the amount of material getting in between the drapers.
This should prevent stalling and damage to side drapers.

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Grease Points
Maintenance
Lubrication Specs Chart
Lubricant Specifications Description Use Capacities
Grease SAE multi-purpose
High temperature extreme
pressure (EP) performance
with 1% max. Molybdenum
Disulphide (NLGI Grade 2)
lithium base
As required unless
otherwise specified –
High temperature extreme
pressure (EP) performance
with 10% max. Molybdenum
Disulphide (NLGI Grade 2)
lithium base
Driveline slip-joints –
Gear Lubricant SAE 85W-140 API service class GL-5
Knife drive box 2.2 liters (2.3 quarts)
Main drive gearbox 2.5 liters (2.6 quarts)
Hydraulic Oil
Single grade trans-hydraulic
oil recommended brands:
Petro-Canada Duratran
John Deere Hy-Gard J20C
Case Hy-Tran Ultraction
AGCO Power Fluid 821 XL
Lubricant trans/hydraulic oil Header drive
systems reservoir
75 liters
(20 US gallons)
Refer to Section 5.3 Maintenance Requirements in the Operators Manual for more information.

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Maintenance
10 - 25 Hours
10 hours or daily
Check and adjust knife hold-down clips.
Hold-down clearance is 0.1–0.6 mm (0.004–0.024 in.)
Checking knife hold downs daily will keep your knife performing
at peak levels, prevent premature wear and ensure a longer life
of all your cutting components (ultimately saving you money).
Check integrity of break-away hooks and hardware daily.
25 hours
Grease knife head. 1-2 pumps only. DO NOT OVER GREASE.

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50 Hours
(A) Drive roller bearing
(C) Driveline Slip Joint
(A) Upper Cross Auger U-joint and Bearing – Upper Cross Auger Bearing (two places)Optional Attachment
A
C
C
D
A
B
B
B
D
(B) Idler roller bearing (both sides)
(D) Driveline Universal (two places)

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Maintenance
100 Hours
(A) Float Pivot – Right and Left
(B) Auger Drive Chain
(C) Driveline guard
(D) Reel Drive Chain
Refer to Section 5.12 Header Side Drapers in the Operators Manual for more information.
Check side draper deck height adjustment.
NOTE: Correctly setting side draper deck height will limit the amount of material getting in between the drapers.
This should prevent stalling and damage to side drapers.

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(A) Knife Drive Box [check oil level
(B) on dipstick (C): Between lower
hole (D) on dipstick and dipstick
bottom edge (E)]
(A) Auger Pivots
(F) Upper Cross Auger Bearing
(Optional Attachment – one place)
(G) Main Drive Gearbox Oil Level

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250 Hours
Maintenance
(A) Reel U-joint (one place)
(A) Frame / Wheel Pivot (Front and Rear) – both Sides
(B) Front Wheel Pivot (one Place)
(B) Flex Linkage (two places)
– Both sides
AB
Optional Attachment
NOTE: Change float module hydraulic oil filter (refer to page 6).
Change float module hydraulic oil filter. Refer to Section 5.4 Hydraulics in the Operators
Manual for more information.

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500 Hours
(A) Reel Right Bearing (one place)
(B) Reel Center Bearing (one place)
(C) Wheel Bearings (Optional Attachment – four places)
(D) Reel Left Bearing (one place)
AB
C
C
D

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1000 Hours or 3 Years
Maintenance
Change hydraulic oil in Float Module reservoir using approximately
75 liters (20 gallons) of Single grade trans-hydraulic oil.
Refer to Section 5.4 Hydraulics in the Operators Manual
for more information.
Change oil in Knife Drive Box using approximately 2.2 liters (2.3 quarts)
of 85W – 140 (API service class GL-5 oil).
Refer to Section 5.9 Knife Drive System in the Operators Manual
for more information
Change oil in Header Drive Gearbox using approximately 2.5 liters
(2.6 quarts) of 85W – 140 (API service class GL-5 oil).
Refer to Section 5.3 - Maintenance Requirements in the Operators
Manual for more information.

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CAUTION
Never use gasoline, naphtha, or any volatile material for cleaning purposes. These materials may be toxic and/or flammable.
CAUTION
Cover cutterbar and knife guards to prevent injury from accidental contact.
1. Clean the header thoroughly.
2. Park the machine for storage in a dry and protected place if possible. If storing outside, always cover the machine with
a waterproof canvas or other protective material.
NOTE: If storing the machine outside, remove the drapers and store them in a dark, dry place. If not removing the drapers,
store the header with the cutterbar lowered so water and snow will not accumulate on the drapers.
The weight of water and snow accumulation puts excessive stress on the drapers and header.
3. Lower the header onto blocks to keep the cutterbar o the ground.
4. Lower the reel completely. If stored outside, tie the reel to the frame to prevent rotation caused by the wind.
5. Repaint all worn or chipped painted surfaces to prevent rust.
6. Loosen the drive belts.
7. Lubricate the header thoroughly leaving excess grease on the fittings to keep moisture out of the bearings.
8. Apply grease to exposed threads, cylinder rods, and sliding surfaces of components.
9. Lubricate the knife with SAE30 or equivalent oil.
10. Check for worn components and repair as necessary.
11. Check for broken components and order replacements from your Dealer. Immediate repair of these items will save time and
eort at the beginning of next season.
12. Replace or tighten any missing or loose hardware.
End of Season

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Knife Maintenance
Check hold downs daily (every 10 hours).
Hold down clearance is 0.1–0.6 mm (0.004–0.024 in).
Adjust bolt (B) to achieve clearance at (A).
Checking knife hold downs daily will keep your knife performing at
peak levels, prevent premature wear and ensure a longer life of all
your cutting components (ultimately saving you money).
Refer to Section 5.8.7 Knife Guards in the Operators Manual
for more information.
Check clearance daily (every 10 hrs).
At guard tip (B) clearance is 0.1-0.4 mm (0.004-0.016 in).
At rear of guard clearance is .01-1.0 mm (0.004-0.040 in).
With nuts (D) finger tight turn adjuster bolts (E) to achieve clearance,
Torque bolts (D) to 72Nm (53 lbf·ft) after adjustments are achieved.
Refer to Section 5.8.7 Knife Guards in the Operators Manual
for more information.
Knife Hold Down Adjustment
Double Knife Center Guard Adjustment

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Adjusting Draper Tension
Turn bolt (A) clockwise and white indicator bar (B) will move inboard,
indicating that the draper is being tightened.
Turn bolt (A) counterclockwise and white indicator bar (B) will move
outboard indicating the draper is being loosened.
When properly tensioned, the white indicator (B) will be halfway across
the inboard side of the window. (Left tension adjuster shown).
Refer to Section 5.12 Header Side Drapers in the Operators Manual
Loosen jam nut (A) and turn bolt (B) clockwise to increase center
draper tension or counterclockwise to decrease center draper tension.
Tension is correct when the white indicator is centered within the
indicator window on the spring box (C), however it is permissible to be
under-tensioned by 3mm or over-tensioned by 6mm on either or both
sides to allow for proper tracking of feed draper.
Refer to Section 5.10.2 Feed Draper Tension in the Operators Manual
Side Draper Tension Adjustment
Feed Draper Tension Adjustment

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Operation Tips
Adjusting Reel Cam Positions
FD1 and D1 series headers feature a 4 position reel cam adjustment
(C) on the right end of each reel (Dual reel headers must be adjusted
separately for each reel). The factory cam setting is position 2.
Use a 19 mm or 3/4” wrench to rotate pin (A) to release cam disc
and adjust cam at (B) to desired setting.
Turn pin (A) to engage cam disc lock.
Refer to Section 3.7.12 Reel Tine Pitch in the Operators Manual
for more information.
Reel cam position 1 is recommended for straight cut canola where the
reel will be pulled back behind the cutterbar and you want minimal reel
finger engagement in the crop to limit loss.
Reel cam position 2 is for most straight standing cereals
and soybeans.
Reel cam position 3 is for moderately lodged crop conditions.
Reel cam position 4 is for severely lodged crops where the
reel will be placed in front of and possibly below the cutterbar.
For best lifting action.
As the reel tine pitch is increased it also increases the speed of the reel
tine tips relative to actual reel speed.
Refer to Section 3.6.4 Reel Settings and Section 3.7.12 Reel
Tine Pitch in the Operators Manual for more information.
Position 1
Position 4