J&M JD-STS series - Manual (Page 2)

Assembly Instructions (Continued)
Step 3:
Fasten Tubing Rails (Note: Left Side Tubeing Rail has cut-outs on underside of tube) to frame halves using (4) 3/8” x 4” Bolts and
(4) 3/8” Lock Nuts.
Step 4:
Center frame on combine hopper. Securely tighten the 5/16” x 1 1/2” bolts installed earlier. For STS models with 18” auger, secure
the 5/16” x 5/8” Flange Bolts and Flange Nuts used on the Clamp Plates. Insert the 5/16” x 1 1/2” bolt through the Clamp Plate and
secure to the combine tank.
Step 5:
Attach corner panels using (8) 3/8” x 4 1/2” Bolts and (8) 3/8” Lock Nuts.
Step 6:
Attach front and side panels using (8) 1/4” x 4 1/2” Bolts and (8) 1/4” Lock Nuts. (Note: The panel with the Danger decal should be
installed as the rear panel.)
Step 7:
Push plastic plugs through plastic retainer lanyards and into existing holes from inside extension. Fold end of lanyard around lynch
pin ring and snap into place.
Step 8:
Remove existing knock-outs for Sensor Mounting Bracket on right side panel. Remove existing sensor from current position. Install
Sensor Mounting Bracket on right side panel using (2) 5/16” x 5/8” Flange Bolts and (2) 5/16” Flange Nuts. Bolt Sensor to Sensor
Mounting Bracket and reconnect with Extension Cable provided.
Step 9:
Remove pins from existing handrail. Do NOT discard pins, they will be reused. Replace OEM handrails with the J&M handrail.
Reinstall the pins.
Remove rubber bumper from OEM handrail and reinstall onto J&M handrail using 1/4” x 1 1/2” Drill Screw.
Step 10:
Remove knock-out on front panel and relocate existing light.
Step 11 (Optional):
For combines with the GPS option, remove the knock-outs on the Front Panel and install the GPS Bracket by aligning one of the
four set of holes. Secure using (2) 5/16” x 5/8” Flange Bolts and Flange Nuts. To secure the bottom holes in the GPS Bracket, drill
in the Front Panel and fasten using (2) 5/16” x 5/8” Flange Bolts and Flange Nuts. For combines with an old style GPS, bolt the GPS
bracket adapter to the GPS Bracket using (2) 5/16” x 5/8” Flange Bolts and Flange Nuts.
Combine Grain Tank Set-Up Instructions (Continued)
for John Deere STS Series Combines
Folding the Panels
Step One:
Fold the side panels toward the middle of the
combine hopper.
Step Two:
Fold the front and rear panels inward.
Step Three:
Fold the four corner panels.
WARNING:
Use of this product is at the owner’s discretion. Increasing grain capacity may adversely affect center of gravity,
stability, and controllability. Exceeding maximum combine weight loadings can risk structural integrity and drive
line components. J. & M. Mfg. Co., Inc. does not assume any liabilities, or make any warranties regarding the
performance or structure of the combine. See combine owner’s/operator’s manual for specific limitations, operating
recommendations, and safety information.
J. & M. Mfg. Co., Inc.
P.O. Box 547 Ft. Recovery, OH 45846
Ph: (419) 375-2376 Fax: (419) 375-2708
www.jm-inc.com
Step 12:
On the grain tank extension rear panel, position the step approximately
8” from the lower side of the panel and directly above the step in the
combine tank. Using the step as a template, mark and drill two 13/32”
holes in the rear panel. Attach the step using (2) 3/8” x 1” Flange Bolts
and Flange Nuts. NOTE: Be sure the step is positioned and mounted
as shown.