MacDon FD70 for Combine Operators - Manual (Page 65)

SECTION 8.1 D50, D60 HEADER AND ADAPTER
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8 HEADER/ADAPTER
DISASSEMBLY AND
ASSEMBLY
Using this procedure, the adapter remains
attached to the combine, and is appropriate
when:
 detaching the headers for use on a
windrower,
 changing headers, or
 performing certain maintenance tasks.
The procedure is the same for all makes and
models of combines. The headers can be
attached to the adapter from either Field
configuration or Transport configuration.
8.1 D50 AND D60 HARVEST
HEADER/ADAPTER
8.1.1 Disassembly
a. Choose a level area, lower header to ground, and
raise reel fully. Set header tilt to “almost full
forward position” to increase clearance under
adapter feed draper.
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.
b. Stop engine, remove key, and engage reel props.
c. Disconnect adapter deck from cutterbar as
follows:
WARNING
Keep hands clear of the area between guards
and sickle at all times.
CAUTION
Wear heavy gloves when working around or
handling sickles.
1. Rotate latch (A) with a 15/16 wrench (or
equivalent) on hex (B) to raise feed deck so
that bolt (C) can be removed. Repeat for
other side of feed deck.
2. Rotate latches to lower adapter deck.
3. Remove chain (D) from hook. Rotate latch
back to original position, and re-install bolts
(C).
d. Engage the adapter float locks by lifting lever (E)
until it latches into the “lock position”.
NOTE
Stabilizer/Transport wheels can be
used in combination with the stand to
support header. Refer to Section
9.11.2 Cutting Height.
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E
UNLOCK
LOCK
A
B
C
D A