Model 3020 PULL-TYPE WINDROWER OPERATOR’S MANUAL Form 147021 Issue 06/03 Sugg. Retail: $15.
INTRODUCTION Your new Pull-Type Windrower is designed to cut, and lay in windrows, a wide variety of grain and specialty crops. Windrowing allows starting the harvest earlier, protects the crop from wind damage, and gives you more flexibility in scheduling combine time. Use this manual as your first source of information about the machine. If you follow the instructions given in this manual, your Windrower will work well for many years.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................... i SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION .............................................................................................................v SAFETY Safety Alert Symbol......................................................................................................................... vi Signal Words..............................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE MAINTENANCE/SERVICE Service Procedures.........................................................................................................................36 Greasing the Windrower .............................................................................................................. 37-41 Telescoping Hitch Pin .....................................................................................................................42 Left Wheel Lock Assembly.....................
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE TROUBLE SHOOTING Windrow Formation .........................................................................................................................68 Crop Loss at Cutterbar................................................................................................................. 68,69 Crop Loss at Drapers ......................................................................................................................69 Transport.....................................
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION Record the serial number in the space provided. Pull Type Windrower: A Serial number plate (A) is located on the side of the left hand end frame. NOTE: When ordering parts and service, be sure to give your dealer the complete and proper serial number.
SAFETY SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages in this manual and on safety signs on the windrower. This symbol means: ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Carefully read and follow the safety message accompanying this symbol. Why is SAFETY important to you? 3 BIG REASONS · ACCIDENTS DISABLE AND KILL · ACCIDENTS COST · ACCIDENTS CAN BE AVOIDED SIGNAL WORDS Note the use of the signal words DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION with safety messages.
SAFETY SAFETY SIGNS • • • • The safety signs reproduced here appear on the windrower at the locations listed. Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times. Replace safety signs that are missing or become illegible. If original parts on which a safety sign was installed are replaced, be sure the repair part also bears the current safety sign. • Safety signs are available from your Dealer Parts Department. To install safety signs: 1. Be sure the installation area is clean and dry. 2.
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SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY The following are general farm safety precautions that should be part of your operating procedure for all types of machinery. 1. Protect yourself. When assembling, operating and servicing machinery, wear all the protective clothing and personal safety devices that COULD be necessary for the job at hand. Don't take chances. • • • • • • • PROTECT YOURSELF You may need: a hard hat. protective shoes with slip resistant soles. protective glasses or goggles. heavy gloves. wet weather gear.
SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY (continued) 6. Wear close-fitting clothing and cover long hair. Never wear dangling items such as scarves or bracelets. 7. Keep hands, feet, clothing and hair away from moving parts. Never attempt to clear obstructions or objects from a machine while the engine is running. 8. Keep all shields in place. Never alter or remove safety equipment. Make sure driveline guards can rotate independently of the shaft and can telescope freely. NEVER WEAR LOOSE OR DANGLING CLOTHES 9.
SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: Specifications listed only under 25 ft. column are common to all sizes, with exceptions listed under appropriate column. DIMENSIONS Overall Width: Transport Position Field Position 21 FT. 25 FT. 30 FT.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS CHECKING BOLT TORQUE The tables shown below give correct torque values for various bolts and capscrews. Tighten all bolts to the torques specified in chart unless otherwise noted throughout this manual. Check tightness of bolts periodically, using bolt torque chart as a guide. Replace hardware with the same strength bolt. ENGLISH TORQUE SPECIFICATION NC Bolt Torque* Bolt Dia.
* Torque value for bolts and capscrews are identified by their head markings. TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS TIGHTENING HYDRAULIC O-RING FITTINGS* 1. Inspect O-ring and seat for dirt or obvious defects. 2. On angle fittings, back the lock nut off until washer bottoms out at top of groove. Thread Size (in.) 3. Hand tighten fitting until back up washer or washer face (if straight fitting) bottoms on face and O-ring is seated. 4. Position angle fittings by unscrewing no more than one turn. 5.
OPERATION YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES AS AN OWNER/OPERATOR CAUTION: 1. It is your responsibility to read and understand this manual completely before operating the windrower. Contact your dealer if an instruction is not clear to you. 2. Follow all safety messages in the manual and on safety signs on the machine. 3. Remember that YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices protect you and the people around you. 4.
OPERATION PREPARING THE TRACTOR 1. Select proper tractor size: For 21', 25' or 30' units, the minimum power required is 40 hp (30 kw) and minimum tractor weight is 5000 lbs. (2270 kg). For 36' unit, the minimum power required is 50 hp (38 kw) and minimum tractor weight is 6000 lbs. (2720 kg). For all sizes, minimum hydraulics required are 1800 psi (12400 kPa) pressure with dual remote capability. 2. For tractors with variable PTO speed, select 540 or 1000 rpm to match windrower speed option.
OPERATION PREPARING THE TRACTOR (continued) 6. Tractor must be equipped with a seven terminal outlet (F) to supply power to the windrower's warning and work lights. F SEVEN TERMINAL ELECTRICAL OUTLET 7. For 36' units only: Attach chain anchor plate (G) to the tractor drawbar as follows: - Position plate on drawbar so hitch pin hole lines up with 1-1/4 inch (32 mm) hole in plate at (H). - The slotted hole in plate should line up with a second hole in the drawbar at (J).
OPERATION PREPARING THE WINDROWER 1. Be sure windrower is set up to match tractor PTO speed. A quick way to check is to measure the outside diameter of the driven pulley (A): 9-1/2 inch (240 mm) - 540 rpm 12-1/2 inch (320 mm) - 1000 rpm If not matched, and tractor PTO speed cannot be varied, order a conversion kit from your windrower dealer. (Kit includes front yoke, decal and instructions.) A IMPORTANT: To avoid machine damage, follow instructions provided in kit for removal of main drive pulley.
OPERATION PREPARING THE WINDROWER (continued) 5. Check the tires and inflate if necessary. Recommended pressure is 24 to 28 psi (165 to 190 kPa). CAUTION: When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side and not facing the tire. STAND TO ONE SIDE WHEN INFLATING TIRES 6. Check the tension of all belts and adjust if required. See Maintenance/Service section. 7. IMPORTANT: Check that main drive belt is properly aligned.
OPERATION ATTACHING WINDROWER TO TRACTOR CAUTION: Shut off tractor, engage parking brake and remove key before working around hitch. CAUTION: Never attach windrower to tractor rear axle or three-point hitch arms. 1. Attach windrower hitch to tractor drawbar with a 1-3/16 inch (30 mm) pin and secure with a spring locking pin or other suitable fastener. CAUTION: To prevent damage to driveline guards, use a drawbar hitch pin with a low head. NOTE: For 36 ft.
OPERATION ATTACHING WINDROWER TO TRACTOR (continued) A 5. Connect the windrower wiring harness plug (A) to outlet on tractor. 6. Connect hydraulic hoses to tractor remote cylinder control valves. CONNECT WIRING HARNESS 7. For 36 ft. units only: Attach stabilizer chain to tractor-mounted anchor plate as follows: - Windrower must be in transport position; or, if in field position, tractor must be situated as in a right turn. - Attach chain (B) to anchor plate, securing with pin (C) and hair pin (D).
OPERATION DETACHING WINDROWER FROM TRACTOR CAUTION: To prevent accidental movement of tractor, shut off engine, engage parking brake, and remove key. A To maintain stability, always lower the reel and cutterbar completely. Block windrower wheels before detaching from tractor. Park machine on flat level surface. Move remote cylinder control valve lever back and forth to relieve stored hydraulic pressure. LOWER JACK CAUTION: For 36 ft.
OPERATION DETACHING WINDROWER FROM TRACTOR (continued) 5. Remove hitch pin (B) and unhook chain (C) from tractor. Wrap chain around windrower hitch for storage. REMOVE HITCH PIN AND CHAIN 6. For 36 ft. units only: Disconnect stabilizer chain (D) from tractor, storing pins (E) and (F) in position. 7. Slowly drive tractor away from windrower. DISCONNECT STABILIZER CHAIN - 36 ft.
OPERATION BREAK-IN PERIOD 1. After attaching windrower to tractor for the first time, operate the machine slowly for 5 minutes, watching and listening FROM THE TRACTOR SEAT for binding or interfering parts. CAUTION: Before investigating an unusual sound or attempting to correct a problem, shut off tractor, engage parking brake and remove key. 2. Check all belts after 5 hours operation for initial stretch. Tighten as necessary. (See Maintenance/Service section).
OPERATION PRE-STARTING CHECKS Do the following at the start of each operating season: CAUTION: 1. Review the Operator's Manual to refresh your memory on safety and operating recommendations. 2. Review all safety signs and other decals on the windrower and note hazard areas. 3. Be sure all shields and guards are properly installed and secured. Never alter or remove safety equipment. 4. Be sure you understand and have practised safe use of all controls.
OPERATION PRE-STARTING CHECKS Do the following each day before start-up: CAUTION: 1. Clear the area of other persons, pets etc. Keep children away from machinery. Walk around the windrower to be sure no one is under, on or close to it. 2. Remove foreign objects from the machine and surrounding area. 3. Wear close fitting clothing and protective shoes with slip resistant soles. As well, carry with you any protective clothing and personal safety devices that COULD be necessary through the day.
OPERATION OPERATE CORRECTLY CAUTION: 1. Follow all safety and operational instructions given in your tractor Operator's Manual. If you do not have a tractor manual, get one from your dealer and read it thoroughly. 2. Never attempt to start the tractor engine or operate the windrower except from the tractor seat. 3. Check the operation of all controls in a safe clear area before starting work. 4. Do not allow riders on tractor or windrower. 5.
OPERATION IMPORTANT: Satisfactory function of the windrower in all situations requires making proper adjustments to suit various crops and conditions. Correct operation reduces crop loss and allows cutting of more acres. As well, proper adjustments and timely maintenance will increase the length of service you receive from the machine. ENGAGING THE PTO DANGER: Be sure all bystanders are clear of the machine before engaging the PTO. Never leave tractor seat with the PTO engaged.
OPERATION HEADER LOCK WARNING: To avoid bodily injury or death from fall of raised machine, always engage header lock (A) before going under windrower for any reason. D A NOTE: Should the condition arise where the lock pin cannot be installed with the header fully raised, install shim washers between bracket (B) and stop (C). When not in use, store pin at (D). C CUTTING HEIGHT B HEADER LOCK - ENGAGED IMPORTANT: Avoid raising header to full height when in field position.
OPERATION GROUND SPEED CAUTION: Reduce speed when turning, crossing slopes, or when travelling over rough ground. Tractor ground speed should not exceed 8 mph (13 km/h). For most crop conditions a ground speed of 5 mph (8 km/h) has been found satisfactory. Choose a ground speed that allows the sickle to cut the crop smoothly and evenly, while giving the desired windrow formation. NOTE: Ground speed affects the orientation of stalks in the windrow.
OPERATION REEL SPEED Reel speed affects the smoothness and evenness of the windrow. Operating the reel too fast or too slow relative to ground speed will cause bunching in the windrow. In standing crop, reel speed should be just faster than ground speed to sweep the crop across the sickle. A faster reel speed may be necessary in leaning or down crop. Excessive shattering of grain heads may be an indication that reel speed is too fast. A Reel speed is variable from 27 to 50 rpm, over two speed ranges.
OPERATION REEL PROPS WARNING: To avoid injury from fall of raised reel, always engage reel props (A) before going under raised reel for any reason. Keep pivot bolt properly tightened so prop remains in stored position when not in use, yet can be engaged with hand force. A REEL PROP - ENGAGED 36 foot units only: To engage center reel arm lock pin, raise reel and install pin at (B). Secure with hair pin. When not in use, store pin at (C). B C CENTER SUPPORT ARM LOCK PIN 36 ft.
OPERATION REEL POSITION - FORE & AFT Reel fore-aft position can be adjusted to suit various crop conditions: For straight standing crop, the reel position is normally centered above the cutterbar. A For crops that are down, tangled, or leaning, move reel ahead of cutterbar. Bushy crops require positioning the reel behind the cutterbar, applying downward force on the crop and drapers. To adjust the fore-aft position of the reel: 1. Position reel height so support arms (A) are horizontal. G 2.
OPERATION DRAPER SPEED Draper speed affects the orientation of stalks in the windrow. Faster draper speeds will tend to form herringbone or dovetail configurations. See "Windrow Characteristics" in this section. Draper speed is variable from 275 to 480 feet per minute (84 to 146 m/min) by shimming. One shim will change draper speed approximately 19 feet per minute (6 m/min) To increase speed, add more shims between pulley halves. To decrease speed, remove shims from between pulley halves.
OPERATION DELIVERY OPENING WIDTH The width of the delivery opening affects the width and configuration of the windrow. The decision to widen or narrow the opening should be based on the following factors: - Combine pick-up capability - Weather conditions (rain, humidity, wind) - Drying time available See "Windrow Characteristics" in this section for the strengths and weaknesses of the various windrow configurations with respect to these factors. The 21, 25 and 30 ft.
OPERATION DELIVERY OPENING WIDTH (continued) The 36 ft. windrower is factory assembled with a delivery opening of 60-3/4 inches (1545 mm). To widen opening - 36 ft. unit 1. Remove screws from connector slat of left draper. 2. Remove two bolts (B) near left leg of windrower. 3. Remove bolt (C) at cutterbar. 4. Push telescoping draper track to desired position. B 5. Install bolts (B) and (C). 6. Re-connect draper at new length and cut off excessive flap. REMOVE BOLTS AT REAR TRACK 7.
OPERATION DELIVERY OPENING HEIGHT Height of the frame tube can be adjusted within a 6” (150 mm) range by repositioning the caster wheel spindle on the supports. A lower frame tube height gives a flatter draper/guard angle, while higher frame tube heights are beneficial in bulky crops. A Adjust delivery opening height as follows: 1. Place jack at left or right end as shown. BLOCK HEIGHTS: L/H side – A 6” (150 mm) block (four 2x4’s) is required under jack to raise to highest setting.
OPERATION WINDROW CHARACTERISTICS Factors such as ground speed, reel speed, draper speed and delivery opening will all affect the resulting windrow. You will quickly become adept at adjusting these variables to achieve the desired results. NOTE: Crop condition is a major factor in forming a good windrow. While standing or uniformly leaning crops can generally be easily formed into an acceptable windrow, such is not the case when stalks are tangled or leaning in several directions.
OPERATION CORNERING Because of the long turning radius of the larger windrowers (especially 36 ft.), use the cornering procedure illustrated. This procedure will prevent swath disturbance and grain loss caused by tractor and/or windrower tires. In addition, the technique should result in a corner that can be picked up by your combine without extra turning. FIELD LIGHT The field light (A) is positioned to shine on the windrow when cutting after dark.
OPERATION UNPLUGGING THE SICKLE WARNING: Stop tractor engine and remove key before removing plugged material from sickle. A child or even a pet could engage the drive. If the sickle plugs: 1. Stop forward movement of the tractor. 2. Lift the cutterbar about 12 inches (300 mm). 3. Back up about 3 feet (1 metre) with PTO engaged. 4. If the plug does not clear; disengage PTO, shut off engine, remove key and lock tractor brakes. 5.
OPERATION TRANSPORTING THE WINDROWER CAUTION: Use correct transport procedure as detailed here: 1. Be sure all lock pins are properly installed in transport position. See "Converting From Field Position to Transport" in this section. 2. To ensure adequate braking performance and control, tow only with a vehicle weighing at least 5000 lbs. (2300 kg). 3. Be sure hitch chain is properly attached to towing vehicle. Provide only enough slack in chain to permit turning.
OPERATION TRANSPORTING THE WINDROWER (continued) 10. Transport Width - Be sure transport width (X) is as narrow as possible without compromising machine stability. Recommended transport widths (X) are: 21 ft. unit - 10'6" (3.2 m) 25 ft. unit - 10'10" (3.3 m) 30 ft. unit - 11'2" (3.4 m) 36 ft. unit - 12' (3.7 m) ENSURE OPTIMUM TRANSPORT WIDTH Adjustment is made at right hand wheel, as follows: - To narrow transport width, loosen nut (A) and turn nut (B) against bracket (C).
OPERATION CONVERTING FROM FIELD POSITION TO TRANSPORT 1. Raise header to full height. 2. Rotate levers from field to transport positions: a. Rotate lever on hitch to transport position (A). A b. Rotate lever on left wheel lock to transport position (B). HITCH LEVER - TRANSPORT POSITION 3. Drive forward, until telescoping hitch locks in transport position. NOTE: A slight, temporary increase in speed as well as steering to the left will assist in starting the telescoping action of the hitch.
OPERATION CONVERTING FROM FIELD POSITION TO TRANSPORT 5. Install lock pins (continued) c. Install pin (E) to lock right wheel in transport position. Secure with hairpin. E RIGHT WHEEL LOCK - ENGAGED CONVERTING FROM TRANSPORT TO FIELD POSITION 1. Reverse windrower while steering tractor front wheels to the left to angle caster wheel inward. See diagram, Step 1. 2. Drive forward to check that the caster wheel will turn inward, i.e. rotate under the backsheet.
OPERATION CONVERTING FROM TRANSPORT TO FIELD POSITION 4. Place levers and pins in field position (continued): c. Remove pin (C) at header lock and store. Secure with hairpin. C HEADER LOCK PIN - STORAGE POSITION d. Rotate lever on left hand wheel lock to field position (D). D WHEEL LOCK LEVER - FIELD POSITION e. Remove pin at right wheel lock and store at (E). Secure with hairpin. E 5. Turn tractor front wheels to the right and back up until left wheel locks in field position. 6.
OPERATION STORAGE PROCEDURE Do the following at the end of each operating season: CAUTION: 1. Clean the windrower thoroughly. Never use gasoline, naphtha or any volatile material for cleaning purposes. These materials may be toxic and/or flammable. 2. Cover cutterbar and sickle guards to prevent injury from accidental contact. Also: 3. Store in a dry, protected place if possible. If stored outside, always cover windrower with a waterproof canvas or other protective material. 4.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE SERVICE PROCEDURES CAUTION: To avoid personal injury, before servicing windrower or opening drive covers: 1. Fully lower the header and reel. If necessary to service in the raised position, always engage header lock and reel props. 2. Disengage PTO. 3. Stop engine and remove key. 4. Engage park brake. 5. Wait for all moving parts to stop. Park on level surface when possible. Block wheels securely if windrower is parked on an incline.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE GREASING THE WINDROWER Use an SAE Multi-Purpose High Temperature Grease with Extreme Pressure (EP) Performance and containing at least 1.5% molybdenum disulphide. Also acceptable is an SAE Multi-Purpose Lithium Base Grease. The following greasing points are marked on the machine by decals showing a grease gun (A), and grease interval (B) in hours of operation. Log your hours of operation and use the "Maintenance Checklist" provided to keep a record of scheduled maintenance.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE GREASING THE WINDROWER (continued) 50 Hours: 1. Main Hitch Pivots (A) - four fittings A MAIN HITCH PIVOTS 2. Wheel Casters (B) & (C) - two fittings C B LEFT WHEEL CASTER 3. Reel Support Bushings (D) 21, 25, 30 ft. - two fittings 36 ft.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE GREASING THE WINDROWER (continued) 100 Hours or Annually: 1. Drive Shaft Bearings (A) - two fittings A DRIVE SHAFT BEARINGS 2. Drive Shaft Wooden Support Bearing (B) 36 ft. only - one fitting B DRIVE SHAFT WOODEN SUPPORT BEARING 36 ft. ONLY 3.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE GREASING THE WINDROWER 100 Hours or Annually (continued): 4. Sickle Drive Pulley Bearings (D) - one fitting E 5. Pitman Bearings (E) - two fittings D SICKLE DRIVE PULLEY AND PITMAN BEARINGS 6. Draper Drive Shaft Bearings (F) 21, 25, 36 ft. - three fittings 30 ft. - four fittings F DRAPER DRIVE SHAFT BEARINGS 7. Draper Drive Shaft Wooden Support Bearings (G) - 36 ft. only - three fittings Remove center shield for access. G DRAPER DRIVE SHAFT WOODEN SUPPORT BEARINGS - 36 ft.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE GREASING THE WINDROWER 100 Hours or Annually (continued): 8. Draper Drive Roller Bearings (H) - two fittings H DRAPER DRIVE ROLLER BEARINGS 10. Split Reel Connector Block (L) 36’ – one fitting 9. Reel Drive Pulley Hub (K) - one fitting K L SPLIT REEL CONNECTOR BLOCK 36’ ONLY (not exactly as shown) REEL DRIVE PULLEY HUB 11.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE TELESCOPING HITCH PIN Lubricate pin (A) every 100 hours or once per season with a lightweight (SAE 30) oil. A OIL TELESCOPING HITCH PIN LEFT WHEEL LOCK ASSEMBLY B Lubricate handle (B) and lock assembly every 100 hours or once per season with a lightweight (SAE 30) oil. OIL LEFT WHEEL LOCK ASSEMBLY NOTE: For 21' and 25' headers with pick-up reel, an extra leaf spring can be added. To install extra spring: - Back off bolt (A). - Block cutterbar with 6” (150 mm) blocks each end.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE HYDRAULICS Check hydraulic hoses and lines daily for signs of leaks. WARNING: Avoid high-pressure fluids. Escaping fluid can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Relieve pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines. Tighten all connections before applying pressure. Keep hands and body away from pin- holes and nozzles which eject fluids under high pressure. Use a piece of cardboard or paper to search for leaks.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE HYDRAULICS (continued): 3. Proceed with cylinder removal. HYDRAULIC FLOW CHART - 36 ft. UNIT NOTE: Leakage at center reel lift cylinder may be caused by excess oil in system. If so, bleed excess oil through R/H cylinder bleed screw. Removal of Header lift Cylinder WARNING: Should it be necessary to remove the header lift cylinder, stored energy in the header float torsion bars must be released before removing cylinder pins. Proceed as follows: 1.
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MAINTENANCE/SERVICE ELECTRICAL Use electrical tape and wire clips as required to prevent wires from dragging or rubbing. B Keep lights clean and replace burnt bulbs and sealed beams. To replace amber or red light bulbs: 1. Using a screwdriver, pry plastic lens (B) from fixture. 2. Replace bulb and plastic lens. NOTE: Bulb trade #1156. REPLACING AMBER OR RED LIGHT BULBS To replace field lamp sealed beam: 1. Use a screwdriver to pry sealed beam from rubber bezel (C).
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE MAIN DRIVES Main Drive Belt Alignment IMPORTANT: Maintenance of proper belt alignment is critical to preventing the belt from rolling over in operation, causing premature failure. For proper belt alignment, the forward edge of top idler pulley (A) must be in line with front surface of drive pulley (B). To adjust: 1. Place straight edge (C) across front side of drive pulley (B). 2. Straight edge should contact forward edge of top idler pulley (A) while staying flush on side of pulley (B).
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MAINTENANCE/SERVICE MAIN DRIVES (continued) Main Drive Belt Tension IMPORTANT: To prolong belt and drive life, do not over tighten drive belt. Operate at minimum tension required to prevent slipping and excessive vibration. Recommended tension: 20 lbs. (90 N) force at mid-span (C) produces 1 inch (25 mm) deflection. CHECKING BELT TENSION To adjust: 1. Loosen three nuts (A), leaving them finger tight. 2. Turn bolt (B) to adjust tension.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE SICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVE WARNING: Keep hands clear of the area between guards and sickle at all times. CAUTION: Wear heavy gloves when working around or handling sickles. KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM SICKLE Sickle Lubrication Apply SAE 10 or equivalent light weight oil daily (one or two drops per section) along entire length of sickle. NOTE: Do not oil sickle if operating in sandy conditions. Oil will cause sand to adhere to sickle components, resulting in excessive wear.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE SICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVE (continued) To Remove Sickle C WARNING: Always stand to rear of sickle during removal to reduce risk of injury from cutting edges. Wear heavy gloves when handling sickle. A B 1. Clean area around sickle head. Remove bolt (A). 2. Turn pulley (B) by hand to draw pitman (C) back and out of the way. D 3. Remove sickle through hole (D) in left end frame.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE SICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVE (continued) Guards CAUTION: Always lower reel props before working under reel. Check daily that guards are aligned to obtain proper shear cut between sickle section and guard. Sickle sections should contact shear surface of each guard. A A guard straightening tool is available from your Dealer Parts Department. To bend guard tips up, position the tool as shown at (A) and pull up. To bend tips down, position tool as at (B) and push down.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE SICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVE (continued) Sickle Register A Sickle register is the position of the sickle section at the stroke limit relative to the guard point. To check: 1. Turn crank pulley (A) until sickle is at right or left stroke limit. FIND STROKE LIMIT 2. Check register at middle of cutterbar. Sickle sections should be centered at guard points as at (B).
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE SICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVE (continued) Sickle Drive Belt Tension IMPORTANT: To prolong belt and drive life, do not over-tighten belt. Operate at minimum tension required to prevent slipping and excessive vibration. To adjust: 1. A WARNING: To avoid injury or death from fall of raised header, engage header lock before going under machine. 2. Loosen five hex nuts (A) under crank pulley. 3. Loosen locknut (B) on adjuster bolt (C). B C 4. Turn bolt (C) to adjust tension. 5.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE REEL AND REEL DRIVE Reel Clearance From Cutterbar The reel should be adjusted to provide 2 inches (50 mm) clearance above cutterbar with reel fully lowered. To adjust: 1. Raise reel, engage reel props (A) and lower reel onto props. ENGAGE REEL PROPS 2. Loosen two nuts (B). 3. Slide cylinder mount (C) forward to raise reel or back to lower reel. NOTE: If it is necessary to move one bolt to the next hole, first tighten the nut on the second bolt. C 4.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE REEL AND REEL DRIVE (continued) Centering the Reel Center the reel between the end sheets by adjusting the reel support arm brace (D). To adjust: 1. Loosen two nuts (E). D 2. Position brace (D) as required to center reel. E 3. Tighten nuts (E) to 60 to 90 ft.lbs. (80 to 120 N⋅m).
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE REEL AND REEL DRIVE (continued) Reel Primary Belt Tension IMPORTANT: Belt tension increases as reel is raised. To avoid damaging belt or idler arm, do not over-tighten belt. Operate at minimum tension required to prevent slipping. C To adjust: 1. Fully raise reel and engage reel props at each reel arm. Lower reel onto props. D B 2. To increase tension, slide channel (A) to compress spring (B). A 3.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE DRAPERS AND DRAPER DRIVE Draper Care IMPORTANT: The investment in time to be sure drapers are properly adjusted and running true will greatly increase draper life. Be sure that: 1. Draper tension is released after the day's operation. 2. Draper tension is set just high enough to prevent slipping. 3.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE DRAPERS AND DRAPER DRIVE Draper Tracking (continued) To adjust drive roller position, continue as follows: A 3. Release draper tension by using hand or foot to move lever (A) over-center, toward end of header. CAUTION: Spring loaded over-center action causes handle to kick back when tension is released. To avoid possible injury, do not hold lever when releasing tension. RELEASE DRAPER TENSION 4. Mark roller bracket (B) before moving roller, to show original position. B 5.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE DRAPERS AND DRAPER DRIVE (continued) Draper Tension Draper tension is adjusted with spring assemblies at each end of the idler roller. Tension should be adjusted just tight enough to prevent slippage. A Also, by varying the front and rear spring settings with respect to each other, the draper can be adjusted to track closer to, or further from the cutterbar. See "Draper Tracking" in this section. To adjust: 1.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE DRAPERS AND DRAPER DRIVE (continued) Replacing Drapers When installing drapers: 1. Right and left drapers are different lengths (except for 36 ft. unit). Be sure you have them properly positioned before cutting a draper you think is too long. 2. Install screws (B) with heads facing direction of travel. INSTALL DRAPERS CORRECTLY Draper Drive Belts Draper drive belt idlers are spring-loaded to provide belt tension. No tension adjustment is required. B C To replace belt: 1.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE DRAPERS AND DRAPER DRIVE (continued) Draper Drive Belt Idler Alignment Check periodically that idlers are properly aligned and idler arm is free to pivot. To align idlers: 1. Loosen two bolts (A). 2. Turn bracket to provide proper alignment. 3. Tighten bolts (A). B A To prevent belt rubbing, or idlers contacting: 1. Loosen bolt (B). 2. Slide mount up or down for best clearance and alignment. DRAPER DRIVE BELT IDLER ALIGNMENT 3. Tighten bolt (B).
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE WHEELS AND TIRES Wheel Bolts Check and tighten wheel bolts after the first 10 hours of operation and every 100 hours thereafter. Whenever a wheel is removed and re-installed, check torque after one hour of operation. Maintain 80 to 90 ft.lbs. (110 to 120 N⋅m) of torque. 1 3 Follow the proper bolt tightening sequence shown. NOTE: When installing wheel, be sure valve stem points away from wheel support.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE WHEELS AND TIRES (continued) Wheel Alignment Soil conditions may make it necessary to change the alignment of the left wheel to keep the windrower trailing at approximately 90° to the line of travel. A NOTE: For 36 ft. units, see "Stabilizer Spring Adjustment" in this section. C B To adjust left wheel alignment: 1. Loosen two bolts (A). 2. If machine runs ahead, loosen adjuster nut (B) and tighten adjuster nut (C) to angle wheel further left. 3.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE WHEELS AND TIRES (continued) Tire Inflation Check tire pressure daily. Maintain pressures recommended in Specifications section. WARNING: Service tires safely. A tire can explode during inflation and cause serious injury or death. Never increase air pressure beyond 35 psi (241 kPa) to seat the bead on the rim. Replace the tire if it has a defect. Replace a wheel rim which has cracks, wear or severe rust. Never weld a wheel rim.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE STABILIZER SPRING ADJUSTMENT 36 ft. ONLY The stabilizer spring is factory set to counteract side draft in average field conditions. In hilly or wet conditions it may be necessary to increase the stabilizer effect by shortening the spring. Where less than average stabilizer effect is required to counteract side draft, the spring may be lengthened. To adjust spring length: 1.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The following maintenance schedule is a listing of periodic maintenance procedures, organized by service intervals. For detailed instructions, see the specific headings in Maintenance/Service section. Service Intervals The recommended service intervals are in hours of operation. Use the hour meter on the tractor to indicate when the next service interval has been reached. IMPORTANT: Recommended intervals are for average conditions.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE AT FIRST USE: See "Preparing the Windrower" and "Break-In Period" in Operation section. 10 HOURS OR DAILY 1. Grease telescoping driveline. 2. Check hydraulic hoses and lines for leaks. 3. Oil sickle (except in sandy conditions). 4. Check sickle sections, guards and hold-downs. 5. Check tire pressure. 50 HOURS 1. Grease main hitch pivots. 2. Grease wheel casters. 3. Grease reel support bushings. 100 HOURS OR ANNUALLY * 1. Grease drive shaft bearings. 2.
MAINTENANCE RECORD Windrower No. Serial No. See Maintenance/Service section for details of each procedure. Copy this page to continue record.
TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM SOLUTION REF. Ground speed too fast. Reduce ground speed. 19 Heads in center of windrow. Draper speed too fast. Reduce draper speed (try running R/H draper slower than L/H). 23 Windrow too narrow. Opening too narrow. Remove draper extensions. 24 Windrow too wide. Opening too wide. Install draper extensions. 25 Drapers too slow. Increase draper speed. 23 Ground speed too fast for drapers. Reduce ground speed. 19 Reel too low. Raise reel. 21 Reel too fast.
TROUBLE SHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION REF. Install divider rod to push crop down to allow cutting. 17 Float set too light Loosen float springs. 42 Drapers not tracking straight. Adjust drive roller. 56 Drapers running too far back. Adjust idler roller. 58 Upper draper track not installed on rear draper track extension. Install upper draper track. 25 Draper edges torn. Replace draper. 59 Turning corner too sharply, causing machine to back over windrow. Turn corners less sharply.
TROUBLE SHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION REF. DRIVES Sickle drive pounds (continued). Loose guards or sections. Tighten. 48 Sickle driving hard (plugging). Clean sickle. 29 Adjust sickle holddowns. 50 Replace worn parts. --- Sickle running too fast. Install pulleys for correct PTO speed. 7 Ground speed too fast. Reduce ground speed. 19 Sickle operating too slow. Maintain proper RPM on PTO. --- Install pulleys for correct PTO speed. 7 Sections or guards worn or damaged.
TROUBLE SHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION REF. DRIVES (continued) Sickle drive belt whipping. Loose belt. Tighten belt. 52 Pulley or shaft bent. Replace damaged part. 47 PTO speed too high. Maintain proper RPM on PTO. --- Install correct pulleys. 7 Belt guides missing. Install guides. 52 Sickle loads excessive. Clean and adjust sickle. 48 Reduce ground speed. 19 Draper drive belts come off. Idlers misaligned. Adjust idlers. 60 Reel final drive belt comes off.
ATTACHMENTS The following attachments are available from your Dealer: PTO CONVERSION KIT – 1000 to 540 RPM LEFT HAND DIVIDER ROD WholeGoods order number: B1354 Parts order number: 29792 To convert windrower to match your tractor PTO speed. A divider rod may be added to the left divider to prevent catching in crops such as rape or flax. See "Right Hand Divider Rod" in Operation section. Kit includes front yoke of driveline, decal and instruction for interchange of main drive pulleys.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY UNLOADING THE WINDROWER Refer to Unloading and Assembly Instructions booklet for instructions on safely unloading, handling and assembling the windrower.
INDEX A L PAGE Assembly.........................................................73 Attaching Windrower to Tractor.........................9 Attachments ....................................................72 PAGE Left Divider Rod Attachment ........................... 72 Levelling Cutterbar .......................................... 26 Light, Field....................................................... 28 Light - Repair................................................... 45 B M Break-In Period .........
INDEX S PAGE Safety (continued) - Signal Words............................................... vi - Signs .......................................................... vii - Storage Procedure .....................................35 - Transporting ...............................................30 - Your Responsibilities....................................4 Serial Number Locations ................................... v Service Procedures .........................................36 Shut-Down Procedure ............
PULL TYPE WINDROWER PRE-DELIVERY CHECKLIST Windrower Model: Serial No: Perform these checks and adjustments prior to delivery to your customer. See the Operator's Manual and Assembly Instructions for adjustment details. CAUTION: Carefully follow the instructions given. Be alert for safety related messages which bring your attention to hazards and unsafe practices. Check for shipping damage or missing parts. Bleed right reel lift cylinder. Center reel between end sheets.
