2adjusting the rear deflector (fluffer shield), 3adjusting the swath baffle, Adjusting the rear deflector (fluffer shield) – MacDon R85 Rotary Disc 16 Foot Self-Propelled Windrower Headers User Manual

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OPERATING THE HEADER

6.5.2 Adjusting the Rear Deflector (Fluffer Shield)

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 fluffer shield or rear deflector slows the crop exiting the conditioner rolls, directs the flow downward, and fluffs
the material.

Adjust the rear deflector as follows:

1. For more crop control in light material, lower the

deflector (A) by pushing down on one side of the
deflector and then on the other side.
NOTE: Locking handles (B) are located at

both ends of the deflector and may be
loosened slightly.

2. For heavier crops, raise the deflector by pulling up on

one side and then on the other side.

NOTE: For even windrow formation, be sure the

deflector (A) is not twisted.

3. Tighten handles (B) to secure deflector position.

Figure 6.14

6.5.3 Adjusting the Swath Baffle

The swath baffle (A) determines the width and height of
the windrow.

It is located immediately behind and above the conditioning
rolls and can be positioned to:

• direct the crop flow into the forming shield for narrow and

moderate width windrows.

• direct crop downward to form a wide swath.

To adjust the swath baffle, follow these steps:

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.

1. Remove lynch pin from pin (B) and remove pin from

lever (C).

2. Move lever to middle hole in bracket and reinstall

pin (B) through lever and bracket.

3. Secure with lynch pin.

Figure 6.15

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