MacDon A40-D - Manual (Page 65)

SECTION 6 OPERATION
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6.17 HEADER OPERATION
Satisfactory function of the windrower in all
situations requires making proper adjustments to
suit various crops and conditions.
Correct operation reduces crop loss and allows
cutting of more acres. As well, proper
adjustments and timely maintenance will
increase the length of service you receive from
the machine.
The variables listed below and detailed on the
following pages will affect the performance of
the windrower. You will quickly become adept at
adjusting the machine to give you the desired
results.
VARIABLE SECTION
Lean Bar Position 6.17.1
Auger Speed 6.17.2
Reel Speed 6.17.3
Auger Position 6.17.4
Reel Position 6.17.5
Tine Aggressiveness Adjustment 6.17.6
Cutting Height
6.17.8
Header Angle 6.17.9
Header Flotation 6.17.10
Feed Pan / Rock Drop Tine Position 6.17.11
Roll Gap/Timing/Alignment 6.17.12
Roll Tension 6.17.13
Forming Shields 6.17.14
Tall Crop Dividers 6.17.15
Ground Speed 6.17.16
6.17.1 Lean Bar Position
IMPORTANT
To prevent structural damage to the
header, do not operate with lean bar
removed.
Use the lean bar adjustment to accommodate
different crop heights.
The lean bar should strike the upper portion of
the crop, leaning it away from the header, and
exposing the stalks to the sickle.
To extend or retract lean bar, re-position
hardware in adjustment holes as required.
Refer to illustration.
See also Section 6.17.15 Tall Crop Dividers.