Adjusting stabilizer/slow speed transport wheels – MacDon FD75 OM User Manual

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OPERATION

Adjusting Stabilizer/Slow Speed Transport Wheels

The proper setting requires balancing the amount of header weight carried by the float and the stabilizer/slow
speed transport wheels.

Refer to

4.6.2 Header Settings, page 47

for recommended use in specific crops and crop conditions.

1.

Raise the header so that the stabilizer wheels are off the ground. Shut down engine and remove the key.

2.

On the right wheel assembly, remove hairpin (A)
from latch.

3.

Disengage latch (B) and lift right wheel out of hook and
place on ground as shown. This reduces weight of
assembly and makes adjusting wheel position easier.

4.

Support left wheel weight by lifting slightly with one
hand. Pull up on handle (C) to release lock.

5.

Lift left wheel to desired height and engage support
channel into slot (D) in upper support.

6.

Push down on handle (C) to lock.

7.

Lift right wheel back into field position and ensure latch
(B) is engaged.

8.

Secure latch with hairpin (A).

Figure 4.24: Right Wheel

9.

On the left wheel assembly, support wheel weight by
lifting slightly with one hand. Pull up on handle (A) to
release lock.

10. Lift wheels to desired height and engage support

channel into slot (B) in upper support.

11. Push down on handle (A) to lock.

Figure 4.25: Left Wheel

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