MacDon A40-D - Manual (Page 3)

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1 INTRODUCTION
This instructional manual describes the operating and maintenance procedures for the Model A30-S, A30-D, and
A40-D Auger Headers, including a Grass Seed version. Your new Auger Header is designed to cut, condition,
and lay in windrows a wide variety of grasses and hay crops. The available Double Knife feature expands the
operational envelope, especially in heavier crops.
MODEL * DESCRIPTION CONFIGURATION KNIFE SIZE (FT) FEATURES
A30-S
A - Auger Header
with Conditioner
Self-Propelled **
Or Pull-Type
S - Single 14 and 16 Hydraulic Drive
A30-D
A - Auger Header
with Conditioner
Pull-Type Only
D - Double
14, 16 and 18 Hydraulic Drive
A40-D
A - Auger Header
with Conditioner
40 - Self-Propelled ** 14, 16, and 18
Separate Hydraulic Auger,
Knife and Reel Drives,
Grass Seed Option.
* Model availability depends on Dealer affiliation
** When attached to a MacDon M-Series Windrower.
CAREFULLY READ ALL THE MATERIAL PROVIDED BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO UNLOAD, ASSEMBLE, OR
USE THE MACHINE.
Use this manual as your first source of information about the machine. If you follow the instructions given here,
your Header/Mower Conditioner will work well for many years. A Parts Catalog is also supplied with your new
Header/Mower Conditioner. If you require more detailed service information, see your Dealer for availability of a
Service Manual.
Use the Table of Contents and the Index to guide you to specific areas. Study the Table of Contents to familiarize
yourself with how the material is organized. Keep this manual handy for frequent reference, and to pass on to
new Operators or Owners. Contact your Dealer if you need assistance, information, or additional copies of this
manual.
RECORD THE SERIAL NUMBERS OF THE HEADER AND ARTICULATING POWER TONGUE (APT) IN THE
SPACES BELOW.
HEADER SERIAL NUMBER:
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Serial Number plate is located at the top of the left
hand end frame.
Published: August, 2012
APT SERIAL NUMBER (PULL-TYPE):
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Serial Number plate is located at the top aft end of
the APT.
PTO SPEED: 1000
RPM