MacDon 742 HAY CONDITIONER - Manual (Page 76)

Form # 46290 Issue 09/05 74
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE
REEL AND REEL DRIVE (continued)
Centering the Reel
Center the reel between the header end sheets by
adjusting the reel support arm brace (A).
To adjust:
1. Loosen two nuts (E) at front of brace.
2. Position brace (A) as required to center reel.
3. Tighten nuts (E) to 160 ft.lbs. (215 N·m).
Reel Drive Chain Tension
Check the reel drive chain tension every 100 hours or
annually. In extreme crop conditions like heavy forage
or rice, check tension more often.
To adjust:
1. Remove drive cover (A) and check chain tension.
See step 3 for proper tension. If adjustment is
required:
2. Loosen four bolts (B).
3. Slide motor away from reel shaft until a force of 11
lbs. (50 N) deflects chain 1/8 inch (3 mm) at mid-
span.
4. Tighten bolts (B).
Reel Drive Chain Lubrication
Lubricate full length of chain every 100 hours or
annually with Multi-Purpose Grease.
Removal of Reel Drive Shaft
Tapped holes are provided in reel drive shaft mounting
flange for pulling shaft out of reel tube.
E
A
REEL CENTERING ADJUSTMENT
REEL DRIVE CHAIN TENSION