Repositioning fore-aft cylinders, Warning – MacDon FD75 OM User Manual
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3.
Check reel clearance to cutterbar after making changes to cam setting. Refer to:
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6.12.1 Reel Clearance to Cutterbar, page 348
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for measurements and adjustment procedures.
IMPORTANT:
Operating with the reel too far forward can cause the fingers to contact the ground. Lower the skid shoes
or adjust header tilt as required when operating with the reel in this position to prevent damage to the
fingers.
Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders
The reel can be moved approximately 9 in (227 mm) further aft by repositioning the fore-aft cylinders on the reel
arms. This may be desirable when straight-combining canola. To reposition the cylinders on a double reel,
follow these steps.
WARNING
Stop combine engine and remove key before making adjustments to machine. A child or even a pet could
engage the drive.
1.
Position reel fully aft with support arms horizontal.
2.
Stop engine and remove key.
Reposition center arm cylinder as follows:
NOTE:
Reel components are not shown for clarity.
3.
Remove four bolts (A) securing cylinder bracket (B) to
reel arm.
4.
Push reel back until bracket (B) lines up with the aft set
of holes (C).
5.
Reinstall the four bolts (A) to secure bracket to reel arm
at new position.
Figure 4.228: Forward Position
Figure 4.229: Rearward Position
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