Caution – MacDon CA20 Operators Manual User Manual

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OPERATION

Form 169009

60

Model Year - 2009

a. Disengage main float locks by moving latch (A)

away from adapter and moving lever (B) at
each lock to lowest position. In this position,
the header is unlocked and can float with
respect to the adapter.

b. Engage

the main float locks by moving lever (B)

up to its highest position. In this position, the
header cannot move with respect to the
adapter.

7.3.5.2 Checking Header Float

CAUTION

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.

a. If adjusting FD70 FlexDraper header float,

ensure both wing float locks are engaged.

b. Ensure both header float lock levers are down

(UNLOCK).

c. Set center link to mid-range (B to C on

float/angle indicator if installed). Adjust
cutterbar to 6 to 10 inches (150-250 mm) above
the ground.

d. If header is equipped with stabilizer wheels or

slow speed transport wheels, raise them off the
ground so they are supported by the header.
Refer to D50 and D60 Harvest Header/FD70
FlexDraper Operator’s Manual.

e. Lift the header at the rear diagonal brace, or on

the back-tube. The header should move up with
approximately 75 lbf (334 N) force and then
return to its original position.

NOTE

Check movement of bellcranks at base of
adapter. They should move forward
when the header is lifted and then return
to the original position.

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LOCK

B

A

LOCK

UNLOCK

LIFT HERE

LOCK

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