MacDon R85 Rotary Disc 16 Foot Self-Propelled Windrower Headers - Manual (Page 82)

OPERATING THE HEADER
6.5 Forming Shields
WARNING
Keep hands and feet away from discharge opening. Keep everyone several hundred feet away from
your operation. Never direct the discharge toward anyone. Stones or other foreign objects can be
ejected with force.
The position of the forming shields controls the width and placement of the windrow. The decision on forming shield
position should be based on the following factors:
• weather conditions (rain, sun, humidity, wind)
• type and yield of crop
• drying time available
• method of processing (green-feed, bales, silage)
A wider windrow will generally dry faster and more evenly resulting in less protein loss. Fast drying is especially
important in areas where the weather allows only a few days to cut and bale. Refer to Section
6.14 Haying Tips,
page 96 for more information.
A narrower windrow may be preferred for ease of pickup and when drying is not critical (for example, when cutting
for silage or green-feed).
6.5.1 Adjusting the Side Deflectors
DANGER
Stop engine and remove key from ignition before
leaving operator’s seat for any reason. A child or
even a pet could engage an idling machine.
The position of the side deflectors control the width and
placement of the windrow. To adjust the side deflectors,
follow these steps:
1. Set forming shield side deflectors (A) to desired
width by repositioning adjuster bars (B) in holes in
forming shield cover. To ensure windrow placement
is centered, adjust both side deflectors to the
same position.
Figure 6.12
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