MacDon FlexDraper FD1 Series User manual

FD1 Series
FlexDraper®® Combine Header
Operator’s Manual
214683 Revision A
2019 Model Year
Original Instruction
Featuring MacDon FLEX-FLOAT Technology™
The harvesting specialists.

FD1 Series FlexDraper®Header
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Published: June 2018

Declaration of Conformity
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Introduction
This instructional manual contains information on the FD1 Series FlexDraper®and the FM100 Combine Float
Module. It must be used in conjunction with your combine operator's manual.
The FD1 Series FlexDraper®is specially designed to work well in all straight cut conditions, whether cutting on or
above the ground, using a three-piece flexible frame to closely follow ground contours. The FM100 Combine Float
Module is used to attach an FD1 Series FlexDraper®to most makes and models of combines.
Carefully read all the material provided before attempting to use the machine.
Use this manual as your first source of information about the machine. If you follow the instructions provided, your
header will work well for many years. If you require more detailed service information, a technical manual is
available from your MacDon Dealer.
MacDon provides warranty for Customers who operate and maintain their equipment as described in this manual.
A copy of the MacDon Industries Limited Warranty Policy, which explains this warranty, should have been provided
to you by your Dealer. Damage resulting from any of the following conditions will void the warranty:
•Accident
•Misuse
•Abuse
•Improper maintenance or neglect
•Abnormal or extraordinary use of the machine
•Failure to use the machine, equipment, component, or part in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
The following conventions are used in this document:
•Right and left are determined from the operator’s position. The front of the header faces the crop; the back of
the header attaches to the combine.
•Unless otherwise noted, use the standard torque values provided in Chapter 8.1 Torque Specifications, page
577.
When setting up the machine or making adjustments, review and follow the recommended machine settings in all
relevant MacDon publications. Failure to do so may compromise machine function and machine life and may result
in a hazardous situation.
The Table of Contents and Index will guide you to specific areas of this manual. Study the Table of Contents to
familiarize yourself with how the information is organized.
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Figure 1. Manual Storage Location
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass
on to new Operators or Owners. A manual storage case (A)
is located inside the header left endshield.
Call your MacDon Dealer if you need assistance,
information, or additional copies of this manual.
NOTE:
Keep your MacDon publications up-to-date. The most
current version can be downloaded from our website
(www.macdon.com) or from our Dealer-only site
(https://portal.macdon.com) (login required).
This document is available in English, Czech, German,
French, Portuguese, Russian, and Ukrainian.
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List of Revisions
Summary of Change Refer To
Updated Declaration of Conformity for model
year 2019. Declaration of Conformity, page i
Added Ukrainian to the list of languages available. Introduction, page v
Added FM100 safety decal locations. 1.7 Safety Decal Locations, page 8
Added safety decal MD #252996. 1.8 Understanding Safety Signs, page 13
Updated illustrations of endshield hinge plate. Added
note to ensure hinge arm is installed in outboard hole
on the hinge bracket.
•Removing Endshields, page 36
•Installing Endshields, page 37
Updated illustrations to show transport lights.
Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders on Non-European-
Configured Headers with Multi-Crop Rapid Reel
Conversion Option, page 108
Revised the high voltage limit adjustment instructions. Adjusting Voltage Limits: One-Sensor System, page
131
Added topic. Replacing Float Indicator Cable, page 135
Added step and image showing the header
control switch.
Calibrating Auto Header Height Control (Case IH 5130/
6130/7130, 5140/6140/7140), page 146
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 160
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
142
•Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control
(Case IH 7010/8010, 7120/8120/9120,
7230/8230/9230, 7240/8240/9240), page 156
•Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (Case
Combines with Version 28.00 or Higher Software),
page 160
Added steps to set center link to D, unlock float, and
lock wings.
Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (Case
Combines with Version 28.00 or Higher Software),
page 160
Added steps for calibrating feeder house speed. Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (John
Deere S and T Series), page 215
Removed unnecessary steps involving header float;
these steps are not applicable to reel height sensor
calibration.
Calibrating Reel Height Sensor (John Deere S and T
Series), page 227
Deleted note with link to height sensor adjustment; the
note isn’t relevant to feeder house speed calibration.
Calibrating Feeder House (John Deere S7 Series),
page 236
Added step to lock wings before calibration. Calibrating the Auto Header Height Control (CLAAS
600 and 700 Series), page 251
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Added topics.
•Calibrating Reel Height Sensor (CLAAS 600 and
700 Series), page 258
•Adjusting Auto Reel Height (CLAAS 600 and 700
Series), page 260
Revised caution statement about reduced header
stability when cornering. Towing the Header, page 291
•Removed mentions of discontinued flighting
bundles B6215 and B6216.
•Updated feed auger illustrations.
4.1 Float Module Feed Auger Configurations, page 307
Updated feed auger illustrations.
•5.7.2 Checking Auger Drive Chain Tension, page
421
•5.7.3 Adjusting Auger Drive Chain Tension, page
423
•5.7.4 Removing Auger Drive Chain, page 424
•5.7.5 Installing Auger Drive Chain, page 426
•Added changing oil in header drive gearbox (first 50
hours only).
•Added lubricating center draper roller bearings
(every 50 hours).
•Added checking draper roller bearings for heat
(every 200 hours)
5.3.1 Maintenance Schedule/Record, page 385
Added checking and adjusting finger timing
instructions.
•Checking Auger Finger Timing, page 434
•Adjusting Auger Finger Timing, page 435
Revised topic—No adjustment is required if spring
retainers are within +6 to –3 of flush and feed draper is
tracking properly.
5.10.2 Adjusting Feed Draper Tension, page 468
Updated torque value for center reel arm brace bolts.
Updated illustration to show new bolt orientation. 5.15.3 Centering Double Reel, page 507
Updated reel speed sensor illustrations.
•Replacing AGCO (Challenger, Gleaner, and
Massey Ferguson) Sensor, page 538
•Replacing John Deere Reel Speed Sensor, page
540
Updated load range D tire pressure to 75 psi. 5.17.3 Checking Tire Pressure, page 544
Added topics.
•6.4.6 Center Skid Shoes Kit, page 554
•6.5.9 European Combine Upper Cross Auger
(UCA), page 559
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