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Danger, Caution – MacDon R80 Rotary Disc Pull-Type Windrower User Manual

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MAINTENANCE/SERVICE

Form # 169053

76

Model Year - 2009

7.8.6 Hourglass

Deflectors

Check daily that hourglass deflectors are not
damaged or bent by rocks. The deflectors are
not repairable and must be replaced if severely
damaged or worn.

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.

a. Raise header fully, shut off engine and remove

key.

b. Engage lift cylinder lock-out valves.

c. Open cutterbar door(s) and inspect deflectors.

CAUTION

Cutter blades have two cutting edges.

Exercise caution when working around the
blades. Blades are sharp and can cause
serious injury. Wear gloves when handling
blades.

7.8.6.1 Driveline Deflector – 13 & 16 Ft

a. Remove driveline deflector (A) as follows:

1. Remove two bolts (B) and remove guard

(C).

2. Loosen two bolts (D) and remove guard (E).
3. Rotate deflector (A) so that wider space

between bars faces forward.

4. Place a block of wood between two discs to

prevent deflector from turning.

5. Remove four bolts (F).
6. Lift driveline (G) off deflector (A) base and

slide lower end of deflector off disc (H).

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F

G

H

A

B

C

D

E

A