Model 972 HARVEST HEADER Model 742 HAY CONDITIONER OPERATOR’S MANUAL Form 46290 Issue 09/05 Sugg. Retail: $15.
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INTRODUCTION Your new 972 Harvest Header is designed to serve a dual function in your grain, hay and specialty crop harvesting operation: 1. Teamed with your self-propelled windrower power unit and optional hay conditioner, the header will cut and lay crop into uniform fluffy windrows. Windrowing allows starting the harvest earlier, protects the crop from wind damage, and gives you more flexibility in scheduling combine time.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION.........................................................................................................................................1 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION ...................................................................................................................5 SAFETY Safety Alert Symbol................................................................................................................................6 Signal Words...................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE/SERVICE Service Procedures..............................................................................................................................50 Recommended Lubricants ...................................................................................................................51 Sealed Bearing Installation ..................................................................................................................51 Greasing the Header......................
TABLE OF CONTENTS OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS Hydraulic Deck Shift Package..............................................................................................................91 Narrow Opening Kit..............................................................................................................................91 Hydraulic Fore-Aft Reel Positioner.......................................................................................................91 Hay Conditioner ..........................
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION Record the serial number in the space provided. 972 Harvest Header: Plate is located on gusset at left hand end sheet, near main tube. HEADER SERIAL PLATE 742 Hay Conditioner: Plate is located at rear left side of top sheet. HAY CONDITIONER SERIAL PLATE 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 header. 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 BACK TUBE Order # 32009. BACK TUBE Order # 42122. BACK TUBE Order # 44611. UPPER CROSS AUGER OPTION Order # 158621. DRIVELINE Order # 30316. Form # 46290 R/H WHEEL (TRANSPORT OPTION) Order # 129260. 7 HITCH (TRANSPORT OPTION) Order # 129261.
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 972 Harvest Header HEADER WIDTH 12’ = 165.1” (4194 mm) Others = nominal cut width plus: SINGLE SICKLE DRIVE DOUBLE SICKLE DRIVE SICKLE SPEED 12, 15 & 18 ft. on windrower 21 & 25 ft. on windrower 30 & 36 ft. on windrower 21, 25, 30 & 36 ft. on combine * - factory assembled at this speed ** - varies depending on combine SICKLE TYPE GUARD TYPE GUARD ANGLE: Combine Windrower 10.5” (267 mm) Single Sickle 15.
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 SPECIFICATIONS TIGHTENING 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. Tighten straight fittings to torque shown. 6.
OPERATION YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES AS AN OWNER/OPERATOR CAUTION: 1. It is your responsibility to read and understand this manual and the Windrower or Combine Operator's Manual completely before operating the header. Contact your dealer if an instruction is not clear to you. 2. Follow all safety messages in the manuals 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 ATTACHING THE HAY CONDITIONER IMPORTANT: Before first use, prepare the header and tractor for attachment of hay conditioner. See Assembly section for instruction regarding installation of tractor mounted brackets, drive pulley, etc. 1. Secure loose loop of belt towards rear of conditioner as shown at (B). 2. Attach header to tractor. See Windrower Tractor or Adapter Operator's Manual. B 3.
OPERATION ATTACHING THE HAY CONDITIONER (continued) 8. Raise header fully. Stop engine, remove key and engage header lift cylinder stops. 9. Place a 2 x 4 under the R/H conditioner shoe as shown at (G). (No block under left side.) 10. Remove header lift cylinder stops and lower conditioner onto block. Shut off engine and remove key. 11.
OPERATION ATTACHING HAY CONDITIONER (continued) 11. cont’d For Tractors Prior to 52 Series (16 inch rims): • • • • Shorten R/H lift chain to 13 links total length. Install clevis, lock washer (K) & lynch pin (L) to secure upper end of chain to lift linkage pin. Secure lower end to R/H conditioner mount with bolt. With cutterbar set at desired cutting height, adjust chain length at clevis for 11/2 to 2 inch ground clearance to conditioner shoe. CHAIN ADJUSTED TO 13 LINKS M 12. Raise header fully.
OPERATION DETACHING THE HAY CONDITIONER 1. Raise header fully. Stop engine, remove key and engage header lift cylinder stops. N 2. Disconnect chain for float spring from pin (L) at left side of conditioner. 3. Turn bolt (N) counter-clockwise until there is 5 inches (125 mm) of exposed thread between bottom of pivot to spring plug. 4. Remove belts from pulley on header shaft. 5. Place a 2 x 4 under the R/H conditioner shoe as shown at (S). L DISCONNECT FLOAT SPRING & LOOSEN BELTS 6.
OPERATION BREAK-IN PERIOD 1. After attaching header to combine or windrower tractor for the first time, operate the machine with reel drapers and sickle running slowly for 5 minutes, watching and listening FROM THE OPERATOR'S SEAT for binding or interfering parts. CAUTION: Before investigating an unusual sound or attempting to correct a problem, shut off engine, engage parking brake and remove key. NOTE: Reel and side drapers will not operate until oil flow fills the lines. 2.
OPERATION PRE-STARTING CHECKS: ANNUAL PRE-STARTING CHECKS: DAILY Do the following at the start of each operating season. Do the following each day before start-up: CAUTION: CAUTION: 1. Clear the area of other persons, pets etc. Keep children away from machinery. Walk around the header to be sure no one is under, on or close to it. 1. Review the Operator's Manuals to refresh your memory on safety and operating recommendations. 2. Remove foreign objects from the machine and surrounding area. 2.
OPERATION OPERATE CORRECTLY CAUTION: 1. Follow all safety and operational instructions given in your Operator's Manuals. If you do not have a windrower tractor and/or combine manual, get one from your dealer and read it thoroughly. 2. Never attempt to start the engine or operate the machine except from the operator's seat. 3. Check the operation of all controls in a safe clear area before starting work. 4. Do not allow riders on windrower or combine. DO NOT ALLOW RIDERS 5.
OPERATION HEADER CONTROLS CAUTION: Be sure all bystanders are clear of machine before starting engine or engaging any header drives. See your Windrower Tractor or Combine Operator's Manual for identification of in-cab controls for: • Header Drive Clutch • Header Height • Ground Speed • Reel Speed • Reel Height HEADER LIFT CYLINDER STOPS DANGER: To avoid bodily injury or death from fall of raised header, always engage cylinder stops before going under header for any reason.
OPERATION OPERATING VARIABLES OPERATING VARIABLES Satisfactory function of the header (and hay conditioner) in all situations requires making proper adjustments to suit various crops and conditions. HARVEST HEADER 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 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.
OPERATION CUTTING HEIGHT (continued) HAY AND SPECIALTY CROPS Skid Shoes / Gauge Rollers In hay and other specialty crops and conditions where it is desirable to cut close to the ground, use skid shoes to vary cutting height. The operator can then lower the header to the ground, allowing the shoes to provide a consistent cutting height. C NOTE: Lowering the skid shoes raises the cutting height. This may be desirable in stony conditions, to reduce damage to cutting components.
OPERATION DIVIDER ROD LENGTH Divider rods (A) are removable and two lengths are provided as standard equipment. The longer rods are suitable when crop requires running down, while the shorter pointed rods are better in standing crops. See the chart below for recommended rod length for various crops. A NOTE: Tall crop dividers are available as an attachment to further extend the long rods. See Options and Attachments section.
OPERATION GROUND SPEED · Ground speed should be such that the sickle can cut crop smoothly and cleanly, while giving the desired delivery of material to the opening. Excessive ground speed results in "ragged" cutting. See "Windrowing" for effects of ground speed on windrow formation. · In tough-to-cut crops like flax, reduce ground speed to reduce loads on cutting components and drives. · Higher ground speeds require heavier float settings to prevent excessive bouncing.
OPERATION HEADER FLOTATION IMPORTANT: To avoid frequent breakage of sickle components, scooping soil, or soil build-up at cutterbar in wet conditions, header float should be set as light as possible without causing excessive bouncing. Under normal conditions with cutterbar lowered (just off the ground), adjust float spring tension so 50 to 70 lbs. of force (220 to 310 N) is required to lift cutterbar off ground at each end.
OPERATION HEADER ANGLE The header (or guard) angle can be varied within these ranges: Combine 21’ & 25’ – 17° to 21° / 30’ & 36’ – 7° to 11° (cutterbar on ground) Windrower 9.4° to 19.4° (Varies with center link length & lift cylinder extension. See examples in the illustration below.) IMPORTANT: The flattest header angles are recommended for normal conditions. A flatter header angle reduces sickle section breakage and reduces soil scooping or build-up at the cutterbar in wet conditions.
OPERATION DELIVERY OPENING WIDTH (continued) Adjust delivery opening width: 21', 25', 30' & 36' Headers Decks on these headers can be slid to adjust opening size without cutting or extending the drapers. On hydraulic shift headers a wider end deflector allows opening size to be narrowed 15” (380 mm), while the opening on other headers can be narrowed 10.2” (260 mm). All 21’ and 25’ headers, as well as 30’ & 36’ combine headers are supplied with a long draper which may be cut to provide a wider opening.
OPERATION To adjust delivery opening width: 21', 25', 30' & 36' Headers (continued) 4. NOTE: For all 21’ & 25’ headers and 30’ & 36’ combine headers, if row of holes (A) or (D) is selected, (37.4, 41.7 or 49.6 inch opening) the idler roller assembly must be repositioned in the decks. See "Idler Roller Positioning" in Maintenance/ Service section. D 5. If increasing delivery opening width: Cut excessive flap off of draper, leaving 3/8" (10 mm) extending above the connector.
OPERATION DELIVERY OPENING WIDTH : To adjust delivery opening width: 21', 25', 30' & 36' Headers 8. Position decks for desired opening width: (continued) Hydraulic Shift Headers a) Adjust inboard stops: • With decks in center delivery position, measure distance from header leg to edge of idler roller. Compare this value to the "X" value given in chart on page 28 for the desired opening size. • Move the inboard stops (G) (located between header legs) the proper amount to achieve chart value "X".
OPERATION END DELIVERY: 21', 25', 30' & 36' MANUAL SHIFT HEADERS: The left or right deck of the 21' to 36' manual shift header can be moved to close off the center opening and deliver crop to either end of the header. This provides the capability of windrowing with a combine or non-windrower tractor as the power unit. NOTE: For 36’ Header, a kit is available to split the R/H deck to deliver crop next to the combine tire. See Options and Attachments section.
OPERATION DELIVERY OPENING WIDTH (continued) END DELIVERY: HYDRAULIC SHIFT HEADERS NOTE: Windrower drive tires limit end delivery opening size on 21’ headers. Maximum end delivery opening size is 53" (1345 mm) for 21’ header and 64.3” (1633 mm) for 25’ to 36’ headers. This limitation in opening size results in minimal clearance between the first windrow laid and the standing crop. To maximize this clearance: 1. Order end delivery forming rods. See Options and Attachments section. 2.
OPERATION REEL SPEED • Reel speed affects feeding of crop into the sickle and onto the drapers, as well as the smoothness and evenness of the delivered crop. Operating the reel too fast or too slow relative to ground speed will cause bunching. • In standing crop, reel speed should be just faster than ground speed, sweeping crop across the sickle. • The more "down" the crop, the faster the reel speed should be in relation to ground speed.
OPERATION REEL POSITION IMPORTANT: When difficulty is encountered picking up down crop, start by adjusting header angle to a steeper position. This tilts the entire reel/sickle/draper combination and is often all that is required. See "Header Angle" in this section. Adjust reel position only if header angle adjustments are not satisfactory. Reel fore-aft position can be adjusted to suit various crop conditions: • For straight standing crop, install bolt (A) at the tenth hole from front of arm (factory set).
OPERATION REEL POSITION (continued) To adjust pick-up reel finger pitch: If adjusting the reel fore-aft position does not provide proper feeding, the finger pitch can be adjusted by repositioning bolt (B). Slot 1: least aggressive (standing crop) Slot 9: most aggressive (down, tangled crop) TIP: In bushy crop that sits high on drapers, try a more aggressive finger pitch to reduce carryover. The Trouble Shooting section includes other tips to improve performance. 1.
OPERATION UPPER CROSS AUGER (Optional) For tall or bulky crops, the optional upper cross auger will aid crop flow across the header and through the delivery opening. The position of the upper cross auger is adjustable for best feeding of the crop. Extremely tall crops will require a higher setting. To adjust vertical position: 15’ & 18’ Headers • Lower reel fully. • Remove bolts (A) at one end of auger and reposition at desired location. Install the extensions provided with the auger for lowest settings.
OPERATION Windrowing The factors listed below will all affect the formation of the 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 Windrowing DELIVERY OPENING The width and position of the delivery opening affects the width and configuration of the windrow.
OPERATION Windrowing WINDROW CHARACTERISTICS There are three basic criteria by which the quality of a windrow is measured: 1. Weight Distribution - heads and stalks distributed evenly across full width of windrow. 2. Good Curing - a loose, open windrow for better drying. 3. Good Weatherability - a well-formed windrow that supports heads off the ground and holds together in extreme weather conditions. HERRINGBONE WINDROW The most desirable form of windrow, stalks are crossed and interwoven.
OPERATION Windrowing WINDROW CHARACTERISTICS (continued) PARALLEL WINDROW The stalks are parallel to windrow and heads evenly distributed across width of windrow. This windrow can be formed by center delivery or end delivery. Windrow rating: Weight Distribution: Good Curing Characteristics: Good Weatherability: Good PARALLEL WINDROW 45º DIAGONAL WINDROW The stalk tips are lined along one edge and heads are along opposite edge, 45º to windrow perpendicular. This windrow can be formed by end delivery only.
OPERATION HAY CONDITIONER ROLL INTERMESH The intermeshing steel rolls of the hay conditioner crimp the plant stems in several places, allowing moisture release and quicker drying. The degree to which the stems are conditioned (crimped) depends on the amount of roll intermesh and roll spring tension (see below). Correct conditioning of alfalfa, clover and other legumes is usually indicated when 90% of the stems show crimping but no more than 5% of the leaves are damaged.
OPERATION HAY CONDITIONER GROUND CLEARANCE The conditioner body can be raised or lowered to suit crop and field conditions. Too high a setting will not allow the rolls to pick up all of the crop, while too low a setting in stony conditions can damage the bottom roll. To adjust ground clearance: 1. Raise header fully. Stop engine, remove key and engage header lift cylinder stops. 2. Place a 3 to 4 inch block (75 to 100 mm) under the R/H conditioner shoe as shown at (G). (No block under left side.) G 3.
OPERATION HAY CONDITIONER FLOAT The conditioner float is controlled by the spring at the L/H side connected to the tractor floorboard. Conditioner float should be such that the R/H chain (see Conditioner Ground Clearance, previous page) has no slack but not much tension when cutterbar is on the ground. Choose the chain link at the L/H spring that gives this result. To adjust conditioner float: 1. Raise header fully. Stop engine, remove key and engage header lift cylinder stops. 2.
OPERATION HAY CONDITIONER FORMING SHIELDS CAUTION: Keep forming shields installed at all times conditioner is in use. Do not allow anyone to stand behind the machine while operating. Stones or other foreign objects may be ejected from the conditioner with force. The side and rear deflectors are adjustable to shape the windrow to your preference.
OPERATION Deflector Fins (continued) Install deflector fins (D) to evenly distribute material when laying swaths wider than 70 inches (1780 mm). Locate the first four fins installed as shown. Fin angle can be adjusted without loosening mounting bolt. Set fins approximately parallel to side deflectors for wide swath and adjust as required for even distribution of crop across full width. For narrow windrow less than 70 inches (1780 mm) remove fins.
OPERATION HAYING TIPS (continued) 3. WINDROW CHARACTERISTICS See "Operating Variables" in this section. Control the factors listed to produce a windrow with the following characteristics: a. High and fluffy for good air flow. The movement of air through the windrow is more important to the curing process than direct sunlight. b. Consistent formation, not bunchy. A uniform windrow permits an even flow of material into the baler, chopper etc. c.
OPERATION UNPLUGGING THE HEADER WARNING: Stop engine and remove key from ignition before removing plugged material from header. If the sickle plugs: 1. Stop forward movement of the windrower and disengage header drive clutch. 2. With header on ground, back up several feet and engage header drive clutch. 3. If plug does not clear, disengage header drive clutch and raise header fully. 4. Shut off engine, remove key and engage park brake. 5. Engage header lift cylinder stops.
OPERATION TRANSPORTING THE HEADER ON WINDROWER OR COMBINE WARNING: Do not drive windrower or combine with header attached on a road or highway at night, or in conditions which reduce visibility, such as fog or rain. The width of the header may not be apparent under these conditions. CAUTION: 1. Check local laws for width regulations and lighting or marking requirements before transporting on roads. 2.
OPERATION STORAGE PROCEDURE Do the following at the end of each operating season: 1. Clean the header thoroughly. CAUTION: 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 machine in a dry protected place if possible. If machine is stored outside, cover with a waterproof canvas or other protective material. 4.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE SERVICE PROCEDURES CAUTION: To avoid personal injury, before servicing machine or opening drive covers: 1. Fully lower header and reel. If it is necessary to service in the raised position, first engage header lift cylinder stops and reel props. 2. Disengage header drive clutch. 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.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS GREASE 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. WOBBLE BOX LUBRICANT In sickle drive wobble box, use SAE 85W-140 gear lubricant. (API Service Classification GL-5) Capacity: 2.2 litres (2.3 U.S.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE GREASING THE HEADER See "Recommended Lubricants" in this section for recommended greases. The following greasing points are marked on the header by decals showing a grease gun (A), and grease interval (B) in hours of operation. Use the hour meter in the windrower or combine cab and the "Maintenance Checklist" provided to keep a record of scheduled maintenance. SAMPLE GREASE DECAL Procedure: 1. Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before greasing, to avoid injecting dirt and grit. 2.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE GREASING THE HEADER (continued) 50 Hours 1. Cross Shaft Center Supports (A) – two fittings on double sickle header NOTE: Location of fittings on back tube varies with header size. A A CROSS SHAFT CENTER SUPPORTS DOUBLE SICKLE HEADERS 2. Reel Support Bushings (B) – one fitting at R/H end of split pick-up reel header. B REEL SUPPORT BUSHINGS – R/H SPLIT PICK-UP REEL HEADER 100 Hours or Annually 1.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE GREASING THE HEADER 100 Hours or Annually (continued) 4. Reel Tail Support Bearing (C) – one fitting. (two fittings on bat reels). 2. Reel Drive Support Bearings (A) – one fitting. 3. Pick-Up Reel Drive Cam (B) – one fitting (two on split pick-up reel headers). C REEL TAIL SUPPORT BEARING REEL DRIVE SUPPORT & PICK-UP REEL CAM 5. Sickle Drive Shaft Support Bearings (J) & (K) - two fittings.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE GREASING THE HEADER – 100 Hours (cont’d.) 10. Gauge Wheel Pivot Bushings (optional) (D) – two fittings. 8. Upper Cross Auger Support Bearing. (optional) (H) - one fitting. H GAUGE WHEEL PIVOT BUSHINGS (OPTIONAL) UPPER CROSS AUGER SUPPORT BEARING (OPTIONAL) 9. Gauge Roller Bearings (opt.) (C) – 4 fittings. 500 Hours or Annually C 1. Gauge Wheel Hub Bearings (optional) (A) – two fittings.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Hydraulic Hoses and Lines 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 pinholes and nozzles, which eject fluids under high pressure. Use a piece of cardboard or paper to search for leaks.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (continued) REEL DRIVE: WINDROWER DRAPER DRIVE - HYDRAULIC SHIFT HEADER: WINDROWER DRAPER DRIVE - MANUAL SHIFT HEADER: WINDROWER Form # 46290 57 Issue 09/05
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (continued) REEL & CONVEYOR DRIVES (MANUAL SHIFT HEADER) ON COMBINE WITH 872 ADAPTER Form # 46290 58 Issue 09/05
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC: Hydraulic Shift Headers 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 sharp knives. 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.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE SICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVE (continued) Sickle Sections Check daily that sections are firmly bolted to the sickle back and are not worn or broken. Replace as required. To replace sickle section: 1. Grasp the sickle drive belt and turn the sickle drive until sections (A) are centered in the guard as shown. 2. Remove the guard (and hold-down if present) at the section to be replaced. 3. Remove lock nuts securing the section and lift section off of bolts.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE SICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVE (continued) Sickle Head Needle Bearing Installation A Using a flat-ended tool (A) with approximately the same diameter as the bearing, push the bearing into the sickle head until the top of the bearing is flush with the step (B) in sickle head. IMPORTANT: O-ring and plug must be in place in sickle head before installing bearing. Assemble the bearing with the stamped end (the end with identification markings) against the tool.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE SICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVE (continued) Spare Sickle Storage Provision has been made for storage of a spare sickle on 21’ to 36’ single sickle headers. Storage is in the header main tube, with access from the R/H side. 1. From R/H end of header, insert sickle c/w head into plastic sheath in header main tube. Sickle sections point rearward as shown. 2. Push sickle into sheath until head contacts stop. Tighten hardware as shown to secure the sickle.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE SICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVE (continued) Sickle Hold-Downs CAUTION: Always engage reel props before working under reel. Check daily that sickle hold-downs are set to prevent sickle sections from lifting off guards but still permit sickle to slide without binding. Set holddowns after guards are aligned. To adjust hold-downs: 1. Using a feeler gauge between hold-down and sickle section, turn bolt (A) to obtain 0.020 inch (0.5 mm) clearance. 2.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE SICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVE (continued) Wobble Box Mounting Bolts Tighten the four wobble box mounting bolts (A) after the first 10 hours operation and every 100 hours thereafter. Torque to 200 ft.lbs. (270 N·m), starting with the side mounting bolts. B Wobble Box Lubricant Check wobble box lubricant level before first operation and every 100 hours thereafter. To check: 1. Raise header to a point where the wobble box base is approximately level. 2. Remove breather/dipstick (B).
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE SICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVE (continued) Converting Sickle Drive Assembly from Windrower to Combine - 21', 25', 30' & 36' Headers The sickle drive assembly at the left end of the 21' to 36' header varies depending on the application (windrower or combine). For kits to convert from one drive configuration to the other see “Options and Attachments” section of this book. Single Sickle Drive Belt Tension Check sickle drive belt tension after a 5 hour run-in period and every 100 hours thereafter.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE SICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVE (continued) Changing Double Sickle Speed L B Sickle drive is factory assembled for sickle speed of: 12', 15' & 18': 1875 strokes per minute (spm) 21', 25', 30' & 36': 1695 spm A G By exchanging pulleys (A) and (B) sickle speed can be changed to: 12', 15' & 18': 1450 spm 21', 25', 30' & 36': 1310 spm NOTE: Speeds listed are for windrower applications. Sickle speed in combine applications varies depending on combine. D C To change sickle speed: 1.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE SICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVE (continued) Double Sickle Drive Belt Tracking To correct double sickle timing belts from riding hard against either flange of idler pulley: 1. Use a 15/16 deep socket and pry bar on nut securing idler pulley as shown. 2. If belt is riding against outside flange, push bar forward to change pulley alignment. 3. If belt is riding against inside flange, push bar rearward.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE DRAPERS Draper Tension Adjustment Draper tension should be just enough to prevent slipping and keep draper from sagging below cutterbar. Set draper tension as follows: 1. Check that draper guide (rubber track on underside of draper) is properly engaged in grooves of both drive and idler rollers. 2. Tighten bolt (B) until white indicator bar is partially hidden behind the roller support arm at (A).
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE DRAPERS (continued) Draper Drive Motor Locations The load carrying capacity of the deck is affected by: • Position of the drive motors (inboard or outboard). • Spring-loaded tensioner. • Direction of draper travel. The draper drive motors may be moved to either the inboard (at delivery opening) or outboard (at end sheets) position. If draper slippage is occurring at the drive roller due to excessive loads on top of the draper, it may be beneficial to move the motors inboard. NOTES: 1.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE DRAPERS (continued) Draper Tracking Adjustment: Each draper deck has one fixed roller and one spring-loaded roller. The spring-loaded roller is located at the same end of the deck as the draper tensioner, and is self-aligning. Adjustments are not required to this roller. The fixed roller is aligned by re-positioning hardware in the slotted holes in the rear support arm.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE Drive Roller Maintenance To replace drive roller bearings: 1. Raise header and reel. CAUTION: Engage header lift cylinder stops and reel props before working under header or reel. 2. On 21’ to 36’ headers, position deck so drive roller is easily accessible. 3. Loosen and uncouple draper. 4. If drive roller is at end of header, remove drive roller assembly by sliding spring rod (A) through hole in backsheet and pulling roller out. (Loosen hose clamps to allow slack in hydraulic hoses.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE REEL AND REEL DRIVE Reel Clearance To Cutterbar Reel finger to sickle guard minimum clearance with reel fully lowered is 5/8" (15 mm), measured at both ends of the cutterbar. Check all possible points of contact between points (X). Depending on reel fore-aft position, minimum clearance can occur at guard tine, hold-down or cutterbar. Check reel clearance whenever the reel fore-aft position or finger pitch is changed.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE REEL AND REEL DRIVE Plastic Finger Installation and Removal WARNING: To avoid eye injury caused by broken pieces, wear eye protection when installing or removing plastic fingers. To install finger: 1. Finger saddle has two pins that snap into holes in finger tube. Install by positioning finger as shown and pushing straight up. NOTE: Applying loads to finger before tightening hardware may cause finger to break.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE REEL AND REEL DRIVE (continued) Centering the Reel E Center the reel between the header end sheets by adjusting the reel support arm brace (A). To adjust: 1. Loosen two nuts (E) at front of brace. A 2. Position brace (A) as required to center reel. 3. Tighten nuts (E) to 160 ft.lbs. (215 N·m). REEL CENTERING ADJUSTMENT Reel Drive Chain Tension Check the reel drive chain tension every 100 hours or annually.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE GAUGE WHEELS – 30’ & 36’ OPTION 1 Wheel Bolts A 3 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 torque at 80 to 90 ft.lbs. (110 to 120 N⋅m) 6 5 4 2 Follow the proper bolt tightening sequence shown. NOTE: When installing wheel, be sure valve stem (A) points away from wheel support.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE HAY CONDITIONER Hay Conditioner Drive Chain Lubrication Lubricate chain daily with lightweight oil (SAE 30). Hay Conditioner Drive Chain Tension Check hay conditioner drive chain tension after the first 2 hours operation and every 100 hours thereafter. D E A To check chain tension: Place a straightedge across idler sprockets as shown. Light pressure at mid-span should produce 5/8 in. (15 mm) deflection. If adjustment is required: 1. Loosen nut (A). 2.
MAINTENANCE/SERVICE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The following maintenance schedule is a listing of periodic maintenance procedures, organized by service intervals. For detailed instruction, see the specific headings in Maintenance/Service section. Use "Recommended Lubricants" as specified under that heading. SERVICE INTERVALS The recommended service intervals are in hours of operation. Use the hour meter in the windrower or combine cab to indicate when the next service interval has been reached.
MAINTENANCE RECORD Header Serial No.___________________ Hay Conditioner Serial No._________________ Combine this record with Windrower or Combine Maintenance Record for "complete unit" service. See Maintenance/Service section for details on each procedure. Copy this page to continue record.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION REF. Lower cutterbar. Steepen header angle. 23 27 Reel too high. Lower reel. 33 Reel too far back. Move reel forward. 34 Ground speed too fast for reel speed. Reduce ground speed or increase reel speed. 25 33 Reel fingers not lifting crop sufficiently. Increase finger pitch aggressiveness. 35 Install lifter guards. * Reel speed too fast. Reduce reel speed. 33 Reel too low. Raise reel. 33 Ground speed too fast. Reduce ground speed.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION REF. Install long divider rods or rod extensions. 24 Reel not "frowning" or not centered in header. Adjust reel "frown" or reel horizontal position. 72 74 Sickle hold-downs not adjusted properly. Adjust hold-downs so sickle works freely, but still keep sections from lifting off guards. 63 Sickle sections or guards are worn or broken. Check and replace all worn and broken cutting parts. 60 Header is not level. Level header.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION REF. Align guards. 62 Double sickles improperly timed. Time sickles. 67 Tangled/tough to cut crop. Install stub guards. 62/63 Reel too far back. Move reel forward. 34 Loose sickle drive belt. Adjust drive belt tension. 65/66 Reel too high or too far forward. Lower reel or move reel rearward. 33 34 Ground speed too slow. Increase ground speed. 25 Loose sickle drive belt. Adjust drive belt tension. 65/66 Improper sickle hold-down adjustment.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION REF. Sickle not operating at recommended speed. Check engine speed of windrower or combine. * Double sickles improperly timed. Time sickles. 67 Excessive sickle wear. Replace sickle. 60 Loose or worn sickle head pin or drive arm. Tighten or replace parts. 61 Cutterbar operating too low in stony conditions. Raise cutterbar, using skid shoes. 23 Header float is set too heavy. Adjust float springs for lighter float. 26 Bent or broken guard.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION REF. Wrapping on reel end (continued) Reel not centered in header. Center reel in header. 74 Reel releases crop too quickly. Finger pitch not aggressive enough. Increase finger pitch aggressiveness. 35 Reel too far forward. Move reel back. 34 Reel will not lift. Reel lift couplers are incompatible. Change quick coupler. --- Reel will not turn. Control set at 0. Activate reel speed control. * Quick couplers not properly connected.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION REF. Drapers are loose. Tighten drapers. 68 Drive or idler roller wrapped with material. Loosen draper and clean rollers. 68 Slat or connector bar jammed by frame or material. Loosen draper and clear obstruction. 68 Insufficient clearance between decks. Adjust deck stops. 30,31 Roller bearing seized. Replace. 71 Low hydraulic oil. Fill reservoir to full level. * Incorrect relief setting at flow control valve. Adjust relief setting.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION REF. Draper speed too fast or draper angle too steep. Reduce draper speed and/or decrease draper angle. 27 Ground speed too fast. Reduce ground speed. 25 Crop too green. Allow to mature. --- Crop leaning to one side and reel too slow. Increase reel speed to reorient crop parallel to draper slats and/or increase finger pitch aggressiveness. 33 35 Ground speed too fast for drapers, causing heads to fan out and causing crop to come off draper in bunches.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION REF. Obstruction or wad in conditioner rolls. Turn mechanism in reverse and remove wad. 47 Drive belt too loose. Tighten conditioner drive belt. 16 Over-conditioning of crop. Excessive intermesh of hay conditioner rolls. Reduce intermesh of rolls. 41 Under-conditioning of crop. Insufficient intermesh of hay conditioner rolls. Increase intermesh of rolls. 41 HAY CONDITIONER Hay conditioner rolls will not turn.
CUTTING EDIBLE BEANS: TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION Header being carried off ground. Lower header to ground and run on skid shoes and/or cutterbar. Float set too light - rides on high spots and does not get back down soon enough. Set float for: 100-150 lbs. - dry ground 50-100 lbs. - wet ground Float should be lighter for light soils and heavier for hard heavy soil areas. Reel being operated too high. Fully retract reel cylinders Operate reel at max.
CUTTING EDIBLE BEANS: TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION Header stripping plantsComplete or partial plants left behind (continued). Reel too slow. Adjust reel speed to be marginally faster than ground speed Tip: Look at perimeter of reel discs.
CUTTING EDIBLE BEANS: TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION Header stripping plantsComplete or partial plants left behind (continued). Parts of vines get caught in regular guard tip while reel is trying to lift the vines above the knife and end up getting cut off. (This is more prevalent when cutting row-cropped beans that have been hilled due to cultivating. Install stub guard kit. Reel has a better chance of lifting the crop mat above the knife without any pods being cut by the knife.
CUTTING EDIBLE BEANS: TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION Cutterbar pushing too much trash and dirt (continued). Improper support for header. Install center skid shoes on header. This reduces the ground pressure and reduces the possibility of pushing excessive amounts of dirt. Cutterbar pushing too much dirt in certain locations for length of field. Tire tracks or row crop ridges caused by seeding or spraying operations.
OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS HYDRAULIC DECK SHIFT PACKAGE WholeGoods order number: B2687 (for combines and New Holland Bi-Directional Tractors also order Wiring Harness Adapter B2407) Installation of this kit converts 21' to 36' manual deck shift units to provide in-cab control of deck position and draper rotation. This feature allows double windrowing to permit larger capacity combines to pick up two windrows in a single pass. Installation instructions are provided with the kit.
OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS FORMING RODS (Center Opening) WholeGoods order number: B2686 Forming rods assist formation of the desired windrow when a hay conditioner is not installed, for example in grass seed. See page 36. FLOATING DIVIDER WholeGoods order number: Left Hand – B4367 Right Hand – B4368 Floating dividers, available separately for left or right hand end of header, extend the separation of crop to a point in front of the reel. This can be beneficial in short (up to 75 cm [30 in.
OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS PLASTIC WEAR STRIPS & SHOES WholeGoods order number: 12’ to 25’ Headers – B2688 30’ & 36’ Headers – B2866 For use in conditions where soil adheres to steel. Plastic wear strips replace the steel wear plates under cutterbar, while plastic shoes attach to existing steel skid shoes. Installation instructions are included with the kit.
OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS GAUGE WHEELS WholeGoods order number: B2749 Spring loaded gauge wheels are available for the 30 and 36 foot headers. Gauge wheels improve end-toend float, allowing larger headers to better follow ground contours. Installation instructions are included with the gauge wheels. Maintenance and operating instructions are included in this manual.
OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS GAUGE WHEELS / SLOW SPEED TRANSPORT – 30’ & 36’ HEADERS WholeGoods order number: C1681 Available for 30’ & 36’ headers as an alternative to the standard gauge wheel package described on previous page. This option allows pivoting the gauge wheels 90º to allow towing the header from the left end. Installation and operating instructions are provided with the option package.
OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS COMBINE HEADER / WINDROWER HEADER CONVERSION KITS For headers in windrower configuration, a conversion kit is available to adapt single or double sickle drive to combine (straight-cut) configuration. A similar package is available to convert from combine sickle drive configuration to windrower. This package also includes linkage supports required for attachment to MacDon built windrowers. Instruction # 46532 is provided with the kit.
OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTS REEL DRIVE SPROCKETS A high torque reel drive sprocket (11 teeth) is standard on the 972 Combine Configuration Header (except Australian units). The high torque is required for many conditions such as rice and other heavy crops. A high speed reel drive sprocket (17 teeth) is standard on the 972 Windrower Configuration Header and Australian Combine Headers. This is recommended when operating at speeds over 6 mph (10 km/h).
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY PREPARE TO UNLOAD CAUTION: To avoid injury to bystanders from being struck by machinery, do not allow persons to stand in unloading area. 1. Move trailer into position and block trailer wheels. 2. Lower trailer storage stands. UNLOADING EQUIPMENT CAUTION: Unloading equipment must meet or exceed specified requirements. Using inadequate equipment may result in vehicle tipping, chain breakage, or machine damage. LIFTING VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS Use a lifting vehicle with minimum 8000 lb.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY UNLOAD HEADER WARNING: Do not unload header by lifting at cutterbar. This will cause header to swing or tilt, as one side of the header is heavier than the other. WARNING: Be sure forks are secure before moving away from load. Stand clear when lifting. NOTE: Shipping damage or shortage must be noted on the trucking company’s copy of the bill of lading. Once the bill of lading is signed, dealer is liable for any damage or shortage not noted. 1.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY PULL HEADER OVER TO FIELD POSITION NOTE: Before lowering header, remove linkage pins from header legs. These will be required when attaching header to windrower tractor or combine adapter. 1. Drive lifting vehicle to approach header from its "underside". Engage forks under cutterbar as shown. Attach a chain (A) from mast of lifting vehicle to header leg. Use overhead lifting quality chain (1/2 in.) with minimum 5000 lb. (2270 kg) working load limit. 2.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY REEL SUPPORT ARMS – 12’ to 25’ Headers 1. Drive forklift to front of header, near center. Place a lifting strap around reel main tube and attach to forklift. NOTE: To avoid damage to tube, do not lift with forks directly under reel tube. A 2. Remove nuts (A) securing yellow shipping supports to reel support arms, both ends of header. For 25’ headers only, remove yellow reel tube support (D) and angle (E) at center of header. Remove metal banding from reel. 3.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY REEL SUPPORT ARMS – 30’ & 36’ Split Reel Headers 1. Drive forklift to front of header, centered on the R/H reel. Remember L/H and R/H designations are determined from the rear of the header, facing forward. Place a lifting strap around reel main tube and attach to forklift. NOTE: To avoid damage to tube, do not lift with forks directly under reel tube. A 2. Remove nuts (A) securing yellow shipping supports to L/H & R/H reel support arms. 3.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY REEL ASSEMBLY The reel comes fully assembled except for the following: Two of the reel cam arms have been disassembled for shipping. Attach cam arms (B) as shown. Install bolts with heads inboard and torque to 120 ft.lbs. (162 N·m). NOTE: Nut (A) on finger casting may need to be loosened to align bolt with reel cam arm. Retighten when complete.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY INSTALL DRAPERS To install: 1. Use this chart to position connector tubes at the appropriate rows of holes for desired opening size. CENTER DELIVERY OPENING WIDTH (W) (between rollers) LEG TO ROLLER EDGE (DIM. X) Row A to Row C (both drapers) 64.5" (1640 mm) 7.5" (190 mm) Row B to Row C (both drapers) 57.5" (1460 mm) 11" (280 mm) Row E to Row F (both drapers) 53.5" (1360 mm) 13" (330 mm) Row D to Row C (both drapers) 49.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY INSTALL DRAPERS (continued) 4. Connect draper with screw heads (C) facing center opening. NOTE: Place connector tube so holes closest to end of tube are at the cutterbar. 5. Ensure V-guide on underside of draper engages grooves at rear of both rollers. 6. Check draper to cutterbar clearance. Maximum gap is 1 mm. If adjustment is required, see “Deck Height” on page 71. CONNECTOR SCREW HEADS 7. Apply draper tension until white indicator bar is partially hidden behind roller support arm.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY PREPARE HEADER FOR WINDROWER OR COMBINE: 21' to 36' See the Assembly section of your Windrower Tractor or Combine Adapter Operator's Manual for instruction related specifically to preparing the Model 972 Header for a particular power unit. To convert a header from windrower to combine configuration or vice versa, order kit as listed on page 96 and see Instruction 46532.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY Moving Draper Drive Motors: (continued) Moving Motors from Inboard to Outboard: Refer to illustration on next page. 1. Slide both decks inward enough to gain access to all rollers from end of decks. 2. Loosen and remove drapers. 3. Remove idler roller from tensioning mechanism by pulling out on roller enough to allow spring rod (A) to pass through hole in deck backsheet. Remove spring rod and pull idler assembly out of deck. 4.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY Form # 46290 108 Issue 09/05
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY ATTACH HEADER CAUTION: Read the Operator's Manuals carefully to familiarize yourself with procedures and controls before attaching header to windrower or combine. Attaching instructions are provided in the Windrower Tractor and Combine Adapter Operator's Manuals. BLEED HYDRAULIC SYSTEM The restrictor supplied can be installed to slow reel lift/lower rates. Follow instructions in bag for location and positioning of restrictor.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY PREPARE HEADER FOR HAY CONDITIONER 1. Install conditioner stop rod (A) through right header leg as shown. Secure with 3/8 x 3/4” carriage bolt and flange nut. NOTE: On hydraulic shift headers, it may be necessary to remove some hoses from deck shift assembly (B) at right leg to allow installation of stop rod. Reassemble when complete. A INSTALL CONDITIONER STOP ROD B DETACH HOSES TO ALLOW ROD INSTALLATION 2. Install drive pulley on header drive shaft at keyway near left leg.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY PREPARE TRACTOR FOR HAY CONDITIONER 1. Attach conditioner float spring support (H) to tractor left floorboard using three 1/2 x 1-1/4 carriage bolts, flatwashers, lockwashers and nuts. NOTE: If rear hole in support (H) does not line up with an existing hole in tractor floorboard, attach support at front two holes and drill a 17/32 hole through floorboard using rear hole in support as a guide. Connect float spring to support using 5/8 x 4-1/2 thread full length hex bolt and nut.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE HAY CONDITIONER FORMING SHIELDS AND DEFLECTOR FINS 1. Insert threaded rod and welded bolt of side deflector through hole and notch at front corner of top shield. D C IMPORTANT: Do not confuse left and right side deflectors. Welded rod (A) must be positioned to the outside of the forming shield assembly. B 2. Install two 5/8 hex nuts (B) and (C) on threaded rod. 3. Tighten nut (B) until snug. 4. Hold nut (B) with a wrench and tighten nut (C) securely against nut (B). A 5.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY MOUNTING FORMING SHIELD: Position hay conditioner and forming shield behind swath opening of header and proceed as follows: 1. Remove the two rubber hinges and steel brackets from the front of the conditioner forming shield. REMOVE RUBBER HINGES 2. Install L/H and R/H hinge brackets (H) onto forming shield (C). NOTE: Leave hardware (J) loose until forming shield is mounted to the conditioner. H C J 3. Install forming shield (C) onto conditioner.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY HAY CONDITIONER ASSEMBLY: A B C D E F Form # 46290 21470 30228 18697 21576 18599 21863 BOLT – round head, square neck, 3/8 NC x 2 inch, gr. 5 NUT – smooth flange, 3/8 NC, distorted thread NUT – lock, 1/2 NC, distorted thread BOLT – hex head, 1/2 NC x 2 inch, gr. 5 WASHER – flat, 17/32 I.D. x 1-1/16 inch O.D. BOLT – round head, square neck, 3/8 NC x 3/4 inch, gr.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY ATTACHING THE HAY CONDITIONER 1. Secure loose loop of belt towards rear of conditioner as shown at (B). 2. Attach header to tractor. See Windrower Tractor or Adapter Operator's Manual. 3. Raise header fully and drive slowly forward, straddling conditioner, until mounting holes in header leg are approximately in line with holes in conditioner mounting arms. Lower header so B cutterbar is approximately 8 inches (200 mm) off the ground. 4. Shut off engine and remove key. 5.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY ATTACHING THE HAY CONDITIONER (continued) 8. Raise header fully. Stop engine, remove key and engage header lift cylinder stops. 9. Place a 2 x 4 under the R/H conditioner shoe as shown at (G). (No block under left side.) 10. Remove header lift cylinder stops and lower conditioner onto block. Shut off engine and remove key. 11.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY ATTACHING HAY CONDITIONER (continued) 11. cont’d For Tractors Prior to 52 Series (16 inch rims): • • • • Shorten R/H lift chain to 13 links total length. Install clevis, lock washer (K) & lynch pin (L) to secure upper end of chain to lift linkage pin. Secure lower end to R/H conditioner mount with bolt. With cutterbar set at desired cutting height, adjust chain length at clevis for 11/2 to 2 inch ground clearance to conditioner shoe. CHAIN ADJUSTED TO 13 LINKS 12. Raise header fully.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY ATTACHING HAY CONDITIONER (continued) 18. Attach rear supports to forming shield assembly, at the second bolt (P) from each end. 19. Attach top bracket of rear support to rear hole (H) of the two provided in the tractor floorboard, each side. NOTE: For XX52 & XX52i Windrower Tractors, use the longer top brackets provided. Use the lower hole for mounting the rubber strap.
UNLOADING & ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENTS AND CHECKS Perform the final checks and adjustments as listed on the "Pre-Delivery Checklist" (yellow insert) to ensure the machine is field-ready. Use the Operator's Manual for directions. On 21’ to 36’ “combine-configured” headers, place the Operator’s Manual in storage case (A) located under the left end shield.
A INDEX PAGE Assembly..................................................... 100 Auger, Upper Cross (Attachment) ........... 36, 93 PAGE Guards, Sickle................................................62 Guards, Stub ..................................................63 H B Hay Conditioner: Attaching ............................14 Hay Conditioner Assembly...........................110 Hay Conditioner: Detaching ...........................17 Hay Conditioner: Drive Chain ........................
R (cont’d.) INDEX T PAGE Reel Fore-Aft Position ................................... 34 Reel "Frown" Adjustment .............................. 72 Reel Height.................................................... 33 Reel Lift Cylinder Bleeding .......................... 109 Reel Pick-Up Finger Pitch ............................. 35 Reel Plastic Finger Installation ...................... 73 Reel Position (Hydraulic Attachment)............ 91 Reel Props.....................................................
972 Harvest Header Pre-Delivery Checklist HEADER SERIAL NUMBER: Perform these checks and adjustments prior to delivery to your customer. See the Operator's Manual 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. Be sure all shipping dunnage is removed. Adjust reel clearance from cutterbar to 5/8" [15 mm], both ends (P. 72).
