MacDon FD70 for Combine Operators - Manual (Page 74)

SECTION 8.2 FD70 FLEXDRAPER AND ADAPTER
Form 169006
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Revision D
3. Rotate latch (D) with a 15/16 wrench on hex
(E) to raise feed deck so that bolt (F) can be
removed. Repeat for other side of feed
draper deck.
4. Rotate latches to lower adapter deck.
5. Remove chain (G) from hook. Rotate latch
back to original position, and re-install bolts
(F).
h. Engage the adapter float locks by lifting lever (H)
until it latches into the “lock” position.
NOTE
Stabilizer/Transport wheels can be
used in combination with the stand to
support header.
i. Lower stand (J) by removing pin (K). Re-install
pin when stand at desired height.
NOTE
45 FT header does not have a stand.
Use blocks at this location.
DANGER
To avoid bodily injury or death from fall of
raised machine, always engage lift cylinder
stops before going under header for any
reason. See your Combine Operator’s Manual
for instructions for use and storage of header
lift cylinder stops.
j. Disengage reel props, start engine, lower reel
and raise header fully. Stop engine, remove key,
and engage combine lift cylinder locks.
k. Remove bolt (L), washer, and spacer from leg on
both sides of adapter. Retain for later
re-installation.
l. Disengage lift cylinder locks, and lower header to
blocks, and allow the header wings to go into full
frown mode. Stop engine, and remove key.
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.
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D
E
H
LOCK
UNLOCK
J
K
L