MacDon FlexDraper FD1 Series User manual

FD1 Series
FlexDraper®® Combine Header with
FM100 Float Module
Unloading and Assembly Instructions (North America)
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Original Instruction
Featuring MacDon FLEX-FLOAT Technology™
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FD1 Series FlexDraper®Header
Published: June 2018

Introduction
This instruction manual describes the unloading, setup, and predelivery requirements for the MacDon FD1 Series
FlexDraper®Combine Header with FM100 Float Module.
To ensure the best performance of this product and the safety of your customers, carefully follow the unload and
assembly procedure from the beginning through to completion.
Carefully read all the material provided before attempting to unload, assemble, or use the machine.
Retain this instruction for future reference.
NOTE:
Keep your MacDon publications up-to-date. The latest version can be downloaded from our website
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List of Revisions
Summary of Change Refer To
Added procedures.
•2.4 Removing Endshields from Shipping Position –
FD145 Headers, page 14
•Replacing Float Indicator Cable, page 166
•Calibrating Reel Height Sensor (CLAAS 600 and
700 Series), page 219
•Adjusting Auto Reel Height (CLAAS 600 and 700
Series), page 221
•9.1.3 Adjusting Feed Draper Tension, page 323
Revised illustrations of the auger drum.
•4.2.1 Converting from Ultra Narrow Configuration or
Narrow Configuration to Medium Configuration,
page 36
•4.2.2 Converting from Wide Configuration to
Medium Configuration, page 38
•4.2.3 Converting from Medium Configuration or
Wide Configuration to Narrow Configuration, page
40
•4.2.4 Converting from Ultra Narrow Configuration to
Narrow Configuration, page 42
•4.2.5 Converting from Medium Configuration to
Wide Configuration, page 43
•4.2.6 Converting from Ultra Narrow or Narrow
Configuration to Wide Configuration, page 45
•4.2.7 Optional Modification to Wide Configuration,
page 46
•4.2.8 Converting from Medium Configuration or
Wide Configuration to Ultra Narrow Configuration,
page 47
•4.2.9 Converting from Narrow Configuration to Ultra
Narrow Configuration, page 51
Removed bundle B6215 from flighting kit options.
•4.2.1 Converting from Ultra Narrow Configuration or
Narrow Configuration to Medium Configuration,
page 36
•4.2.2 Converting from Wide Configuration to
Medium Configuration, page 38
•4.2.6 Converting from Ultra Narrow or Narrow
Configuration to Wide Configuration, page 45
Removed bundle B6216 from flighting kit options.
•4.2.3 Converting from Medium Configuration or
Wide Configuration to Narrow Configuration, page
40
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•4.2.8 Converting from Medium Configuration or
Wide Configuration to Ultra Narrow Configuration,
page 47
•4.2.9 Converting from Narrow Configuration to Ultra
Narrow Configuration, page 51
Updated center reel image and updated torque value. 6.9 Centering Reel, page 116
Revised the high voltage limit adjustment instruction. Adjusting Voltage Limits: One-Sensor System, page
162
Added note at the beginning of each procedure.
•Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (Case
IH 5088/6088/7088), page 170
•Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (Case
Combines with Version 28.00 or Higher Software),
page 191
•Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (New
Holland CR/CX Series), page 294
•Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (New
Holland CR Series), page 306
Added settings specific to the two-sensor system.
•Setting up the Header on the Combine Display
(Case IH 5130/6130/7130; 5140/6140/7140), page
173
•Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control
(Case IH 7010/8010, 7120/8120/9120,
7230/8230/9230, 7240/8240/9240), page 187
•Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (Case
Combines with Version 28.00 or Higher Software),
page 191
Added note at the start and end of each procedure
about setting float.
•Calibrating Auto Header Height Control (Case IH
5130/6130/7130, 5140/6140/7140), page 177
•Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control
(Case IH 7010/8010, 7120/8120/9120,
7230/8230/9230, 7240/8240/9240), page 187
•Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control
(Challenger and Massey Ferguson), page 200
•Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control
(Gleaner R65/R66/R75/R76 and Pre-2016
S Series), page 226
•Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (John
Deere 60 Series), page 248
•Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (John
Deere 70 Series), page 257
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•Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (John
Deere S and T Series), page 264
•Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (CLAAS
500 Series), page 205
Added settings for HEIGHT/TILT RESPONSE and
AUTO HEIGHT OVERRIDE.
Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (Case
Combines with Version 28.00 or Higher Software),
page 191
Removed topic Attaching Reel Height Sensor as this is
already attached.
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Introduction................................................................................................................................................i
Chapter 1: Safety .................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Signal Words .......................................................................................................................................1
1.2 General Safety.....................................................................................................................................2
1.3 Safety Signs ........................................................................................................................................4
Chapter 2: Unloading............................................................................................................................. 5
2.1 Unloading Header and Float Module from Trailer ....................................................................................5
2.2 Lowering Header .................................................................................................................................7
2.3 Removing Shipping Stands.................................................................................................................10
2.4 Removing Endshields from Shipping Position –FD145 Headers............................................................14
Chapter 3: Assembling Header and Float Module ....................................................................... 17
3.1 Attaching Reel Lift Cylinders ...............................................................................................................17
3.2 Attaching Cam Arms ..........................................................................................................................24
3.3 Repositioning Gearbox.......................................................................................................................26
3.4 Installing Driveline..............................................................................................................................28
Chapter 4: Setting up Float Module ................................................................................................. 31
4.1 Installing Filler Cap.............................................................................................................................31
4.2 Float Module Feed Auger Configurations .............................................................................................34
4.2.1 Converting from Ultra Narrow Configuration or Narrow Configuration to Medium
Configuration......................................................................................................................36
4.2.2 Converting from Wide Configuration to Medium Configuration ......................................................38
4.2.3 Converting from Medium Configuration or Wide Configuration to Narrow Configuration ..................40
4.2.4 Converting from Ultra Narrow Configuration to Narrow Configuration ............................................42
4.2.5 Converting from Medium Configuration to Wide Configuration ......................................................43
4.2.6 Converting from Ultra Narrow or Narrow Configuration to Wide Configuration ................................45
4.2.7 Optional Modification to Wide Configuration ................................................................................46
4.2.8 Converting from Medium Configuration or Wide Configuration to Ultra Narrow
Configuration......................................................................................................................47
4.2.9 Converting from Narrow Configuration to Ultra Narrow Configuration ............................................51
4.2.10 Installing Feed Auger Fingers...................................................................................................54
4.2.11 Removing Feed Auger Fingers .................................................................................................56
4.3 Float Module Stripper Bars and Feed Deflectors...................................................................................58
4.3.1 Removing Stripper Bars.............................................................................................................58
4.3.2 CR Feeder Deflectors ................................................................................................................58
4.3.3 Replacing Feed Deflectors on New Holland CR Combines ...........................................................59
Chapter 5: Attaching Header to Combine ...................................................................................... 61
5.1 AGCO (Challenger, Gleaner, and Massey Ferguson) Combines ............................................................61
5.1.1 Installing Reel Fore-Aft / Header Tilt Selector Switch and Harness ................................................61
5.1.2 Attaching Header to a Challenger, Gleaner, or Massey Ferguson Combine....................................64
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5.2 Case IH Combines .............................................................................................................................69
5.2.1 Attaching Header to Case IH Combine........................................................................................69
5.3 John Deere Combines........................................................................................................................75
5.3.1 Installing Reel Fore-Aft / Header Tilt Switch: S and T Series Combines .........................................75
5.3.2 Installing Reel Fore-Aft / Header Tilt Switch: 60 and 70 Series Combines ......................................79
5.3.3 Attaching Header to John Deere Combine ..................................................................................83
5.4 CLAAS Combines ..............................................................................................................................87
5.4.1 Attaching Header to CLAAS Combine.........................................................................................87
5.5 New Holland Combines ......................................................................................................................92
5.5.1 Attaching Header to New Holland CR/CX Combine......................................................................92
5.6 Completing the Header Assembly .......................................................................................................97
5.6.1 Removing Shipping Supports .....................................................................................................97
5.6.2 Positioning Transport Lights .......................................................................................................98
5.6.3 Crop Dividers............................................................................................................................98
Removing Crop Dividers from Storage .......................................................................................98
Opening Endshields..................................................................................................................99
Installing Crop Divider without Latch Option................................................................................99
Installing Crop Divider with Latch Option ..................................................................................101
Closing Endshields .................................................................................................................102
Installing Crop Divider Rods ....................................................................................................102
5.6.4 Installing Options ....................................................................................................................103
Chapter 6: Performing Predelivery Checks .................................................................................105
6.1 Recording Model and Serial Number .................................................................................................105
6.2 Checking Tire Pressure: Transport and Stabilizer Wheels ...................................................................107
6.3 Checking Wheel Bolt Torque .............................................................................................................108
6.4 Checking Knife Drive Box .................................................................................................................109
6.5 Checking Oil Level in Header Drive Gearbox...................................................................................... 111
6.6 Checking Oil Level in Hydraulic Reservoir .......................................................................................... 112
6.7 Checking Knife Drive Belt Tension..................................................................................................... 113
6.8 Checking Pointed Guard Hold-Downs................................................................................................ 114
6.8.1 Adjusting Pointed Guard Hold-Downs ....................................................................................... 115
6.8.2 Adjusting Hold-Down at Double-Knife Center Pointed Guard ...................................................... 115
6.9 Centering Reel.................................................................................................................................116
6.10 Checking and Adjusting Header Float .............................................................................................. 117
6.11 Checking and Adjusting Header Wing Balance .................................................................................122
6.11.1 Checking Wing Balance .........................................................................................................122
6.11.2 Adjusting Wing Balance .........................................................................................................128
6.12 Measuring and Adjusting Reel Clearance to Cutterbar ......................................................................131
6.12.1 Measuring Reel Clearance.....................................................................................................131
6.12.2 Adjusting Reel Clearance.......................................................................................................133
6.13 Adjusting Auger to Pan Clearance ...................................................................................................135
6.14 Adjusting Draper Tension................................................................................................................138
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6.15 Checking Draper Seal ....................................................................................................................140
6.16 Lubricating the Header ...................................................................................................................142
6.16.1 Greasing Procedure ..............................................................................................................142
6.16.2 Lubrication Points..................................................................................................................143
6.17 Checking and Adjusting Endshields .................................................................................................149
6.18 Checking Manuals..........................................................................................................................153
Chapter 7: Setting up Auto Header Height Control....................................................................155
7.1 Auto Header Height Control (AHHC)..................................................................................................155
7.1.1 Sensor Operation....................................................................................................................156
7.1.2 Sensor Output Voltage Range –Combine Requirements ...........................................................157
10 Volt Adapter (MD #B6421) –New Holland Combines Only ....................................................157
Manually Checking Voltage Range: One-Sensor System ...........................................................158
Manually Checking Voltage Range: Two-Sensor System ...........................................................160
Adjusting Voltage Limits: One-Sensor System ..........................................................................162
Adjusting Voltage Limits: Two-Sensor System...........................................................................163
Replacing the Auto Header Height Control (AHHC) Sensor (One-Sensor System).......................165
Replacing Float Indicator Cable ...............................................................................................166
7.1.3 Case IH 5088/6088/7088 Combines .........................................................................................170
Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (Case IH 5088/6088/7088) ......................................170
Setting the Sensitivity of the Auto Header Height (Case IH 5088/6088/7088)...............................171
7.1.4 Case IH 5130/6130/7130 and 5140/6140/7140 Mid-Range Combines.........................................173
Setting up the Header on the Combine Display (Case IH 5130/6130/7130;
5140/6140/7140)........................................................................................................173
Checking Voltage Range from Combine Cab (Case IH 5130/6130/7130;
5140/6140/7140)........................................................................................................175
Calibrating Auto Header Height Control (Case IH 5130/6130/7130, 5140/6140/7140) ..................177
Setting Preset Cutting Height (Case 5130/6130/7130, 5140/6140/7140) .....................................178
7.1.5 Case IH 7010/8010, 7120/8120/9120, 7230/8230/9230 and 7240/8240/9240 Combines ..............181
Checking Voltage Range from the Combine Cab (Case 8010)....................................................181
Setting Header Controls (Case 8010).......................................................................................183
Checking Voltage Range from the Combine Cab (Case IH 7010/8010, 7120/8120/9120,
7230/8230/9230, 7240/8240/9240)..............................................................................185
Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (Case IH 7010/8010, 7120/8120/9120,
7230/8230/9230, 7240/8240/9240)..............................................................................187
Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (Case Combines with Version 28.00 or Higher
Software)...................................................................................................................191
Checking Reel Height Sensor Voltages (Case IH) .....................................................................195
Setting Preset Cutting Height (Case 7010/8010, 7120/8120/9120, 7230/8230/9230,
7240/8240/9240)........................................................................................................196
7.1.6 Challenger and Massey Ferguson 6 and 7 Series Combines ......................................................197
Checking Voltage Range from the Combine Cab (Challenger and Massey Ferguson) ..................197
Engaging the Auto Header Height Control (Challenger and Massey Ferguson) ...........................199
Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (Challenger and Massey Ferguson)..........................200
Adjusting the Header Height (Challenger and Massey Ferguson) ...............................................202
Adjusting the Header Raise/Lower Rate (Challenger and Massey Ferguson) ..............................202
Setting the Sensitivity of the Auto Header Height Control (Challenger and
Massey Ferguson) .....................................................................................................204
7.1.7 CLAAS 500 Series Combines ..................................................................................................205
Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (CLAAS 500 Series)................................................205
Setting Cutting Height (CLAAS 500 Series) ..............................................................................207
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Setting the Sensitivity of the Auto Header Height Control (CLAAS 500 Series) ............................209
Adjusting Auto Reel Speed (CLAAS 500 Series) ....................................................................... 211
7.1.8 CLAAS 600 and 700 Series Combines......................................................................................213
Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (CLAAS 600 and 700 Series) ...................................213
Setting Cutting Height (CLAAS 600 and 700 Series)..................................................................216
Setting the Sensitivity of the Auto Header Height Control (CLAAS 600 and 700 Series)................216
Adjusting Auto Reel Speed (CLAAS 600 and 700 Series) ..........................................................218
Calibrating Reel Height Sensor (CLAAS 600 and 700 Series) ....................................................219
Adjusting Auto Reel Height (CLAAS 600 and 700 Series) ..........................................................221
7.1.9 Gleaner R65/R66/R75/R76 and S Series Combines ..................................................................223
Checking Voltage Range from the Combine Cab (Gleaner R65/R66/R75/R76 and Pre-2016
S Series) ...................................................................................................................223
Engaging the Auto Header Height Control (Gleaner R65/R66/R75/R76 and Pre-2016
S Series) ...................................................................................................................224
Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (Gleaner R65/R66/R75/R76 and Pre-2016
S Series) ...................................................................................................................226
Turning off the Accumulator (Gleaner R65/R66/R75/R76 and Pre-2016 S Series) .......................227
Adjusting the Header Raise/Lower Rate (Gleaner R65/R66/R75/R76 and Pre-2016
S Series) ...................................................................................................................228
Adjusting Ground Pressure (Gleaner R65/R66/R75/R76 and Pre-2016 S Series) ........................228
Adjusting the Sensitivity of the Auto Header Height Control (AHHC) (Gleaner
R65/R66/R75/R76 and Pre-2016 S Series) ..................................................................229
Troubleshooting Alarms and Diagnostic Faults (Gleaner R65/R66/R75/R76 and Pre-2016
S Series) ...................................................................................................................230
7.1.10 Gleaner S9 Series Combines .................................................................................................232
Setting up the Header (Gleaner S9 Series) ...............................................................................232
Setting up Reel Settings (Gleaner S9 Series)............................................................................237
Setting up Automatic Header Controls (Gleaner S9 Series)........................................................239
Calibrating the Header (Gleaner S9 Series) ..............................................................................241
Operating Header (Gleaner S9 Series).....................................................................................244
Header In-Field Settings .........................................................................................................245
7.1.11 John Deere 60 Series Combines ............................................................................................246
Checking Voltage Range from the Combine Cab (John Deere 60 Series)....................................246
Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (John Deere 60 Series) ...........................................248
Turning the Accumulator Off (John Deere 60 Series) .................................................................251
Setting the Sensing Grain Header Height to 50 (John Deere 60 Series) ......................................251
Setting the Sensitivity of the Auto Header Height Control (John Deere 60 Series) ........................252
Adjusting the Threshold for the Drop Rate Valve (John Deere 60 Series) ....................................253
7.1.12 John Deere 70 Series Combines ............................................................................................254
Checking Voltage Range from the Combine Cab (John Deere 70 Series)....................................254
Calibrating Feeder House Speed (John Deere 70 Series) ..........................................................257
Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (John Deere 70 Series) ...........................................257
Setting the Sensitivity of the Auto Header Height Control (John Deere 70 Series) ........................259
Adjusting the Manual Header Raise/Lower Rate (John Deere 70 Series) ....................................260
7.1.13 John Deere S and T Series Combines ....................................................................................261
Checking Voltage Range from the Combine Cab (John Deere S and T Series)............................261
Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (John Deere S and T Series)....................................264
Setting the Sensitivity of the Auto Header Height Control (John Deere S and T Series) ................267
Adjusting the Manual Header Raise/Lower Rate (John Deere S and T Series).............................268
Setting Preset Cutting Height (John Deere S and T Series)........................................................269
Calibrating Feeder House Fore-Aft Tilt Range (John Deere S and T Series) ................................271
Checking Reel Height Sensor Voltages (John Deere S and T Series) .........................................274
Calibrating Reel Height Sensor (John Deere S and T Series) .....................................................276
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7.1.14 John Deere S7 Series Combines ............................................................................................278
Setting up Header (John Deere S7 Series) ...............................................................................278
Checking Voltage Range from the Combine Cab (John Deere S7 Series) ...................................282
Calibrating Feeder House (John Deere S7 Series) ....................................................................285
Calibrating Header (John Deere S7 Series) ..............................................................................288
7.1.15 New Holland Combines (CR/CX Series—Pre-2015 Model Year) ...............................................290
Checking Voltage Range from the Combine Cab (New Holland).................................................290
Setting up Auto Header Height Control (New Holland CR/CX Series) .........................................293
Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (New Holland CR/CX Series) ...................................294
Adjusting Header Raise Rate (New Holland CR/CX Series) .......................................................297
Setting the Header Lower Rate (New Holland CR/CX Series).....................................................298
Setting the Sensitivity of the Auto Header Height Control (New Holland CR/CX Series)................298
Setting Preset Cutting Height (New Holland CR/CX Series) .......................................................299
7.1.16 New Holland Combines (CR Series—Model Year 2015 and Later) ............................................300
Checking Voltage Range from the Combine Cab (New Holland CR Series) .................................300
Setting up Auto Header Height Control (New Holland CR Series) ...............................................303
Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (New Holland CR Series).........................................306
Checking Reel Height Sensor Voltages (New Holland) ..............................................................309
Setting Preset Cutting Height (New Holland CR Series –2015 and Later) ...................................310
Setting Maximum Work Height (New Holland CR Series)...........................................................312
Configuring Reel Fore-Aft, Header Tilt, and Header Type (New Holland CR Series).....................313
Chapter 8: Setting up Reel Height Sensor ...................................................................................315
8.1 Checking and Adjusting Reel Height Sensor ......................................................................................315
Chapter 9: Running up Header........................................................................................................317
9.1 Performing Post Run-Up Adjustments ...............................................................................................319
9.1.1 Adjusting Knife........................................................................................................................320
9.1.2 Adjusting Knife Speed .............................................................................................................321
9.1.3 Adjusting Feed Draper Tension ................................................................................................323
Chapter 10: Reference.......................................................................................................................325
10.1 Torque Specifications .....................................................................................................................325
10.1.1 Metric Bolt Specifications .......................................................................................................325
10.1.2 Metric Bolt Specifications Bolting into Cast Aluminum ..............................................................327
10.1.3 Flare-Type Hydraulic Fittings ..................................................................................................328
10.1.4 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Adjustable) ..................................................................329
10.1.5 O-Ring Boss (ORB) Hydraulic Fittings (Non-Adjustable) ...........................................................331
10.1.6 O-Ring Face Seal (ORFS) Hydraulic Fittings ...........................................................................332
10.1.7 Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings..................................................................................................333
10.2 Lifting Equipment Requirements......................................................................................................334
10.3 Conversion Chart ...........................................................................................................................335
10.4 Definitions ..................................................................................................................................... 336
Predelivery Checklist.........................................................................................................................339
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Chapter 1: Safety
1.1 Signal Words
Three signal words, DANGER,WARNING, and CAUTION, are used to alert you to hazardous situations. Signal
words are 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
may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It
may be used to alert against unsafe practices.

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1.2 General Safety
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 protective clothing and personal safety devices
that could be necessary for job at hand. Do NOT take
chances. You may need the following:
•Hard hat
•Protective footwear with slip-resistant soles
•Protective glasses or goggles
•Heavy gloves
•Wet weather gear
•Respirator or filter mask
Figure 1.2: Safety Equipment
•Be aware that exposure to loud noises can cause hearing
impairment or loss. Wear suitable hearing protection
devices such as earmuffs or earplugs to help protect
against loud noises.
Figure 1.3: Safety Equipment
•Provide a first aid kit for use in case of emergencies.
•Keep a fire extinguisher on the machine. Be sure fire
extinguisher is properly maintained. Be familiar with its
proper use.
•Keep young children away from machinery at all times.
•Be aware that accidents often happen when Operator is
tired or in a hurry. Take time to consider safest way.
Never ignore warning signs of fatigue.
SAFETY

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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 and can telescope freely.
•Use only service and repair parts made or approved by
equipment manufacturer. Substituted parts may not meet
strength, design, or safety requirements.
Figure 1.5: Safety around Equipment
•Keep hands, feet, clothing, and hair away from moving
parts. NEVER attempt to clear obstructions or objects
from a machine while engine is running.
•Do NOT modify machine. Unauthorized modifications
may impair machine function and/or safety. It may also
shorten machine’s life.
•To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of
machine, ALWAYS stop the engine and remove the key
from the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat for
any reason.
Figure 1.6: Safety around Equipment
•Keep service area clean and dry. Wet or oily floors are
slippery. Wet spots can be dangerous when working with
electrical equipment. Be sure all electrical outlets and
tools are properly grounded.
•Keep work area well lit.
•Keep machinery clean. Straw and chaff on a hot engine is
a fire hazard. Do NOT allow oil or grease to accumulate
on service platforms, ladders, or controls. Clean
machines before storage.
•NEVER use gasoline, naphtha, or any volatile material for
cleaning purposes. These materials may be toxic and/or
flammable.
•When storing machinery, cover sharp or extending
components to prevent injury from accidental contact.
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1.3 Safety Signs
Figure 1.7: Operator’s Manual Decal
•Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times.
•Replace safety signs that are missing or illegible.
•If original part on which a safety sign was installed is
replaced, be sure repair part also bears current
safety sign.
•Safety signs are available from your MacDon Dealer.
SAFETY

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Chapter 2: Unloading
Perform all procedures in this chapter in the order they are listed.
2.1 Unloading Header and Float Module from Trailer
The following procedure assumes that two headers were shipped on the trailer.
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 breakage, vehicle tipping, or machine damage.
IMPORTANT:
Forklifts are normally rated with the load centered 610 mm (24 in.) from the back end of forks. To obtain forklift
capacity for a load centered at 1220 mm (48 in.), check with your forklift distributor.
Figure 2.1: Minimum Lifting Capacity
A - Load Center of Gravity
B - Load Center 1220 mm (48 in.) from Back of Forks
C - Minimum Fork Length 1981 mm (78 in.)
Table 2.1 Lifting Vehicle Requirements
Minimum Lifting
Capacity
4082 kg (9000 lb.)
load center (A) at 1220 mm (48 in.)
(B) from back of forks
Minimum Fork
Length (C) 1981 mm (78 in.)
To unload headers and float modules from a trailer, follow these steps:
1. Move trailer into position and block trailer wheels.
2. Lower trailer storage stands.

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Figure 2.2: Header Shipping Supports
3. Approach one of the headers and line up forks (A) with
fork slider channels (B) under the float module frame.
4. Slide forks (A) underneath fork slider channels (B) as
far as possible without contacting the shipping support
of the opposite header.
5. Remove hauler’s tie-down straps, chains, and wooden
blocks.
6. Slowly raise header off trailer deck.
WARNING
Be sure forks are secure before moving away from load.
Stand clear when lifting.
7. Back up until header clears trailer and slowly lower to
150 mm (6 in.) from ground.
Figure 2.3: Header on Level Ground
8. Take header to the storage or setup area. Ensure
ground is flat and free of rocks or debris that could
damage the header.
9. Repeat above steps for second header.
10. Check for shipping damage and missing parts.
UNLOADING

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2.2 Lowering Header
Figure 2.4: Underside of Header
1. Approach the underside of the header with the lifting
vehicle.
Figure 2.5: Chain Attachment Locations
A - Double Reel B - Single Reel
3. Attach chain to shipping support (double reel [A])
(single reel [B]) at center reel arm.
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT attempt to lift at cutterbar when unloading from
trailer. This procedure is ONLY for laying the machine
over into working position.
CAUTION
Stand clear of header when lowering. Machine
may swing.
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Figure 2.6: Header Lowered onto Ground
4. Back up SLOWLY while lowering forks until header
rests on the ground.
UNLOADING