MacDon FD75 OM - Manual (Page 244)

HEADER ATTACHMENT/DETACHMENT
5.7 Attaching and Detaching Header From Adapter and Combine
These procedures are the same for all makes and models of combines. The headers can be attached to the
adapter from either the Field or the Transport configuration.
In the procedures that follow, the adapter remains attached to the combine. Use these procedures when:
• Detaching the header for use on a windrower
• Changing headers
• Performing certain maintenance tasks
5.7.1 Detaching Header from Adapter and Combine
To detach the header from the adapter and combine:
WARNING
Keep hands clear of the area between guards and
knife at all times.
CAUTION
Wear heavy gloves when working around or handling
knifes.
DANGER
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected
start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine,
remove key, and engage safety props before going
under header for any reason. Refer to the combine
operator’s manual for instructions regarding the
proper use and storage of header safety props.
Figure 5.101: Cutterbar Hazard
1. Start engine, lower header. Tilt header until cylinder
(B) is fully extended and indicator (A) is at “D”. This
will increase clearance under adapter feed draper.
2. Raise reel fully.
3. Stop engine, and remove key.
4. Engage reel safety props.
Figure 5.102: Center-Link
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