MacDon M1170 User manual

M1170
Windrower
Unloading and Assembly Instructions (North America)
215981 Revision A
Original Instruction
The Harvesting Specialists.

M1170 Windrower, featuring Dual Direction®and CrossFlex™rear suspension
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Published September 2022
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Introduction
This manual contains unloading, assembly, and predelivery information for the MacDon M1170 Windrower. When paired
with one of MacDon’s A40DX, R1 SP Series, R2 SP Series, D1X Series, or D1XL Series Headers, this windrower ably cuts and
lays a variety of grain, hay, and specialty crops in windrows.
The M1170 Windrower features Dual Direction®capability, meaning that it can be driven in cab-forward or
engine-forward mode.
The designations right and left are determined by which direction the Operator is facing. The Operator is considered to be
looking cab-forward when they are facing the drive wheels, and engine-forward when facing the engine. This manual uses
the terms right cab-forward, left cab-forward, right engine-forward, and left engine-forward to refer to specific locations on
the machine.
The windrower’s ignition keys should have been bundled with the shipping documents. They are used to start the engine
and to lock the cab doors and tool box compartment.
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).
If the shipment is damaged or is missing parts, contact [email protected].
This document is currently available in English only.
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Summary of Changes
The following list provides an account of major changes from the previous version of this document.
Section Summary of Change Internal Use Only
1.1 Safety Alert Symbols, page 1 Added topic. Technical
Publications
1.4 Hydraulic Safety, page 5 Added topic. Technical
Publications
4.1.7 Checking And Adding Engine
Coolant, page 48 Revised title and added steps for adding coolant if necessary. Technical
Publications
4.2.1 Checking Operating Safety
System, page 60
Moved this topic to the Performing Operational Checks section
because it must happen after the engine is started.
Technical
Publications
Attaching Forming Shield, page 90 Added topic. Technical
Publications
Attaching Forming Shield, page
104 Added topic. Technical Publications
6.1 Navigating Harvest
Performance Tracker, page 133 Moved topic to the Reference chapter. Technical
Publications
6.2 Lubricants, Fluids, and System
Capacities, page 135 Revised coolant specification. Coolant must NOT contain ECN 62224
6.4 Coolant Specifications, page
137 Added topic. ECN 62224
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Introduction ................................................................................................................................................i
Summary of Changes....................................................................................................................................ii
Chapter 1: Safety ........................................................................................................................................ 1
1.1 Safety Alert Symbols ...............................................................................................................................1
1.2 Signal Words .........................................................................................................................................2
1.3 General Safety .......................................................................................................................................3
1.4 Hydraulic Safety .....................................................................................................................................5
1.5 Tire Safety.............................................................................................................................................6
1.6 Battery Safety ........................................................................................................................................7
1.7 Welding Precautions ...............................................................................................................................8
1.8 Engine Safety....................................................................................................................................... 12
1.8.1 High-Pressure Rail ........................................................................................................................ 12
1.8.2 Engine Electronics ........................................................................................................................ 13
1.9 Safety Signs ......................................................................................................................................... 14
Chapter 2: Unloading Windrower............................................................................................................ 15
2.1 Unloading Windrower ........................................................................................................................... 15
Chapter 3: Assembling Windrower.......................................................................................................... 17
3.1 Lowering Steps..................................................................................................................................... 17
3.2 Installing Caster Wheels......................................................................................................................... 18
3.3 Installing Drive Wheels .......................................................................................................................... 20
3.4 Repositioning Right Leg ......................................................................................................................... 22
3.5 Repositioning Caster Wheels .................................................................................................................. 25
3.6 Installing Caster Anti-Shimmy Dampeners ................................................................................................. 28
3.7 Installing Windshield Access Step ............................................................................................................ 30
3.8 Positioning Mirror Arms......................................................................................................................... 31
3.9 Installing Slow Moving Vehicle Signs ........................................................................................................ 32
3.10 Replacing Speed Identification Symbol Decal –USA Only ........................................................................... 33
3.11 Installing Rear Ballast Package............................................................................................................... 34
3.12 Lubrication ........................................................................................................................................ 39
3.12.1 Lubrication Procedure ................................................................................................................. 39
3.12.2 Lubrication Points ...................................................................................................................... 39
3.13 Connecting Battery ............................................................................................................................. 40
Chapter 4: Predelivery Checks ................................................................................................................. 43
4.1 Completing Predelivery Checklist............................................................................................................. 43
4.1.1 Recording Serial Numbers ............................................................................................................. 43
4.1.2 Opening Hood ............................................................................................................................. 44
4.1.3 Checking Engine Air Intake............................................................................................................. 45
4.1.4 Checking and Adding Engine Oil...................................................................................................... 46
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4.1.5 Checking and Adding Hydraulic Oil .................................................................................................. 47
4.1.6 Checking Fuel Separator................................................................................................................ 48
4.1.7 Checking And Adding Engine Coolant............................................................................................... 48
4.1.8 Checking Engine Gearbox Lubricant Level and Adding Lubricant ........................................................... 49
4.1.9 Checking Air Conditioning Compressor Belts ..................................................................................... 50
4.1.10 Closing Hood ............................................................................................................................. 51
4.1.11 Checking Tire Pressure ................................................................................................................ 51
4.1.12 Starting Engine .......................................................................................................................... 54
Troubleshooting Engine Starting Problems ...................................................................................... 57
4.1.13 Checking and Adding Wheel Drive Lubricant –10 Bolt Wheels ........................................................... 58
4.1.14 Checking and Adding Wheel Drive Lubricant –12 Bolt (Optional)........................................................ 59
4.2 Performing Operational Checks............................................................................................................... 60
4.2.1 Checking Operating Safety System .................................................................................................. 60
4.2.2 Checking Harvest Performance Tracker Status Screen and Auto Lights................................................... 61
4.2.3 Checking Harvest Performance Tracker Display Gauges ...................................................................... 63
4.2.4 Setting Language and Units of Measurement .................................................................................... 64
4.2.5 Setting Time and Date .................................................................................................................. 65
4.2.6 Setting Windrower Tire Size and Wheel Type .................................................................................... 66
4.2.7 Checking Engine Speed ................................................................................................................. 68
4.2.8 Checking Selective Catalytic Regeneration Conditioning Mode ............................................................. 69
4.2.9 Checking Exterior Lights ................................................................................................................ 70
4.2.10 Checking Horn ........................................................................................................................... 74
4.2.11 Checking Interior Lights ............................................................................................................... 75
4.2.12 Checking Climate Controls ........................................................................................................... 75
4.2.13 Checking Radio and Activating Bluetooth®Feature ........................................................................... 77
4.3 Checking Manuals................................................................................................................................. 79
4.4 Performing Final Steps........................................................................................................................... 80
Chapter 5: Attaching Headers to Windrower.......................................................................................... 81
5.1 Attaching Headers to Windrower ............................................................................................................ 81
5.1.1 A40DX Auger Header .................................................................................................................... 81
Attaching A40DX Auger Header..................................................................................................... 81
Connecting A40DX Auger Header Hydraulic and Electrical Systems ...................................................... 87
Attaching Forming Shield ............................................................................................................. 90
5.1.2 D1X and D1XL Series Draper Header................................................................................................ 92
Attaching Draper Header Supports ................................................................................................ 92
Attaching D1X and D1XL Series Draper Header................................................................................. 93
Connecting D1X and D1XL Series Draper Header Hydraulic and Electrical Systems................................ 101
5.1.3 R1 Series Rotary Disc Header ....................................................................................................... 104
Attaching Forming Shield ........................................................................................................... 104
Attaching R1 Series Rotary Disc Header ........................................................................................ 104
Connecting R1 Series Rotary Disc Header Electrical and Hydraulics Systems ........................................ 110
5.1.4 R2 Series Rotary Disc Header ....................................................................................................... 114
Attaching Forming Shield ........................................................................................................... 114
Attaching R2 Series Rotary Disc Header ........................................................................................ 114
Connecting R2 Series Rotary Disc Header Hydraulic and Electrical Systems ......................................... 121
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5.1.5 Adjusting Header Settings on Harvest Performance Tracker............................................................... 126
5.1.6 Header System Calibration........................................................................................................... 127
Calibrating Knife Drive on Harvest Performance Tracker Display ....................................................... 127
Calibrating Header Position Sensors on Harvest Performance Tracker Display ..................................... 130
Chapter 6: Reference .............................................................................................................................. 133
6.1 Navigating Harvest Performance Tracker ................................................................................................ 133
6.2 Lubricants, Fluids, and System Capacities................................................................................................ 135
6.3 Fuel Specifications .............................................................................................................................. 136
6.4 Coolant Specifications ......................................................................................................................... 137
6.5 Torque Specifications .......................................................................................................................... 138
6.5.1 Metric Bolt Specifications ............................................................................................................ 138
6.5.2 Metric Bolt Specifications –Cast Aluminum .................................................................................... 140
6.5.3 O-Ring Boss Hydraulic Fittings –Adjustable .................................................................................... 141
6.5.4 O-Ring Boss Hydraulic Fittings –Non-Adjustable.............................................................................. 142
6.5.5 O-Ring Face Seal Hydraulic Fittings................................................................................................ 143
6.5.6 Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings........................................................................................................ 144
6.6 Conversion Chart................................................................................................................................ 146
6.7 Definitions ........................................................................................................................................ 147
Predelivery Checklist .............................................................................................................................. 149
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Chapter 1: Safety
Understanding and consistently following these safety procedures will help to ensure the safety of those operating the
machine and of bystanders.
1.1 Safety Alert Symbols
The safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages in this manual and on safety signs on the machine.
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Figure 1.1: Safety Symbol
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

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1.2 Signal Words
Three signal words, DANGER,WARNING, and CAUTION, are used to alert you to hazardous situations. Two signal words,
IMPORTANT and NOTE, identify non-safety related information.
Signal words are selected using the following guidelines:
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if it is not prevented, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if it is not prevented, could result in death or serious injury. It may also
be used to alert you to unsafe practices.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if it is not prevented, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may
also be used to alert you to unsafe practices.
IMPORTANT:
Indicates a situation that, if not prevented, could result in a malfunction or damage to the machine.
NOTE:
Provides additional information or advice.
SAFETY