MacDon M205 Operators Manual - Manual (Page 422)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
Ballast Requirements
Fluid ballasting of rear caster tires is recommended to provide adequate machine stability when using large
headers on the windrower. Also, the stability of the machine varies with different attachments, windrower options,
terrain, and the operator’s driving technique.
Ballast capability per tire is at a maximum fill of 75%, or when fluid is level with valve stem when the stem is positioned
at 12 o’clock. Fluid can be added to any level up to maximum fill. Always add an equal amount of fluid on both sides.
Table 5.22 Fluid Capacity and Ballast Weight
Tire Size
Fluid Per Tire at 75% Fill
US Gallons (Liters)
Total Weight of Both Tires
lb (kg) 35
7.5 X 16 10 (38) 200 (91)
10 X 16 18 (69) 380 (170)
16.5 X 16.1 41 (158) 830 (377)
Table 5.23 Recommended Ballast Weight
Recommended Ballast
Header Description
Level Ground Hills
Per Tire Both Tires Per Tire Both Tires
Type Size US Gal
(liters)
lb (kg) 35
US Gal
(liters)
lb (kg) 35
Recommended
Tire Size
A-Series All options
R-Series All
25-ft. and
down
0
30-ft. Single
or Double
Reel without
Conditioner.
35-ft. Single
Reel
0 0 10 (38) 200 (91)
7.5 X 16
10 X 16
16.5 X 16.1
30-ft. Double
Reel Steel
Fingers and
Conditioner.
35-ft.
Double Reel
(5 or 6-Bat)
18 (69) 380 (170) 30 (115) 630 (288)
Level Ground:
10 X 16
Level Ground:
16.5 X 16.1
Hills: 16.5 X 16.1
D-Series
40-ft 30 (115) 630 (288) 41 (158) 830 (377) 16.5 X 16.1
35. Weights are given for typical calcium chloride and water mixtures. Weight is reduced by 20% if only water is used (for
areas that do not require anti-freeze protection).
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