Operation attaching the header – MacDon 9352c SP User Manual
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Form # 147459
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OPERATION
 
Attaching the Header 
 
1. Choose an area that is as level as possible and 
set header stand (A) in the down position.
942 Header, set 2 inch (50 mm) blocks under 
each end of cutterbar. 
960 & 970 Series Headers, be sure header and 
tractor have been properly prepared for 
windrower use. 
See "Preparing Tractor and Headers" in 
Assembly section for details. 
 
 
 
CAUTION: Be sure area is clear of 
bystanders, then start engine. 
 
 
2. Fully retract header lift cylinders. For units with 
Header Express Down option, use switch on 
side console to bypass the feature. 
 
NOTE: For 30’ & 36’ Harvest Headers with 
Transport Option; when attaching to header in 
transport mode, position 6 inch high (150 mm) 
blocks for drive tires to provide adequate linkage 
height. Blocks should be at least the width of the 
drive tires and long enough that drive tires are fully 
supported when attaching header. 
 
3. Slowly drive tractor forward so that lift linkage 
enters header legs. Continue to drive slowly 
forward until linkage contacts support plate in 
the lower header leg, and header nudges 
forward. Place variable speed lever into neutral 
position and lock steering wheel. Stop engine 
and remove key. 
 
4. Adjust length of center link and connect to 
header at (C). For 962 and 972 headers, use 
the lower, more rearward hole in mount on 
header tube as shown. 
NOTE: Ensure that thread length is equal at 
both ends of center link. See "Header Angle for 
adjustment details. 
 
5. Check that bottom of linkage (D) is properly 
engaged in header leg, contacting support plate 
(E). 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
NOTE: For Harvest Headers with gauge 
wheels, instructions under "Attaching" and 
"Detaching the Header" which refer to the 
"header stand" do not apply. Use the "stand" 
position of the gauge wheels to support rear of 
header. All gauge wheel positions are identified 
on a decal located at each gauge wheel. Be 
sure to reposition gauge wheel to field position 
before operating. 
INSTALL CENTER LINK
CHECK FOR PROPER ENGAGEMENT
A
HEADER STAND - DOWN POSITION
963 HEADER STAND
