User Manual
Table Of Contents
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- Model and Serial Number
- 1Safety
- 2Definitions
- 3Component Identification
- 4Specifications
- 5Operation
- 5.1Owner/Operator Responsibilities
- 5.2Operational Safety
- 5.3Tractor Setup: Pull-Type
- 5.4Mower Conditioner / Tractor Hook-Up: Pull-Type
- 5.5Mower Conditioner / Tractor Unhook: Pull-Type
- 5.6Header Attachment: Self-Propelled
- 5.7Configure Reverser Valve Jumper Hose
- 5.8Header Detachment: Self Propelled
- 5.9Transporting Header/Mower Conditioner
- 5.10Break-In Period
- 5.11Preseason Check
- 5.12Daily Start-Up Check
- 5.13Shutdown Procedure
- 5.14Engaging the Power Take-Off (PTO): Pull-Type
- 5.15Lift Cylinder Lockouts
- 5.16Steering the Pull-Type Mower Conditioner
- 5.17Unplugging the Header/Mower Conditioner
- 5.17.1Unplugging Conditioner and Knife: Pull-Type
- 5.17.2Unplugging Conditioner: Self-Propelled
- 5.17.3Unplugging Conditioner and Knife: Self-Propelled
- 5.18Header Operation
- 5.18.1Lean Bar Position
- 5.18.2Auger Speed
- 5.18.3Reel Speed
- 5.18.4Auger Position
- 5.18.5Reel Position
- 5.18.6Adjusting Tine Aggressiveness
- 5.18.7Cutting Height
- 5.18.8Header Angle
- 5.18.9Flotation
- 5.18.10Adjusting Feed Pan and Rock Drop Tine Position
- 5.18.11Hay Conditioner
- 5.18.12Adjusting Roll Tension
- 5.18.13Forming Shields
- 5.18.14Tall Crop Dividers
- 5.18.15Ground Speed
- 5.18.16Grass Seed Windrowing
- 5.18.17Haying Tips
- 5.18.18Storage
- 6Maintenance and Servicing
- 6.1Preparation for Servicing
- 6.2Recommended Safety Procedures
- 6.3Maintenance Specifications
- 6.4Driveshields
- 6.5Lift Cylinder Lock-Outs
- 6.6Lubrication
- 6.7Hydraulics
- 6.8Knife and Knife Drive
- 6.8.1Replacing Knife Section
- 6.8.2Sickle Removal
- 6.8.3Installing Knife
- 6.8.4Sickle Head Bearing Removal
- 6.8.5Sickle Head Bearing Installation
- 6.8.6Spare Sickle
- 6.8.7Sickle Guards
- 6.8.8Sickle Hold-Downs
- 6.8.9Sickle Drive Belt: A30-S
- 6.8.10Sickle Drive Belts: A30-D
- 6.8.11Sickle Drive Belts: A40-D
- Adjusting Tension on Knife Drive Timing Belt – A40-D Left Side
- Adjusting Tension on Knife Drive Timing Belt – A40-D Left Side
- Removal: A40-D LH Sickle Drive Timing Belt
- Removal: A40-D LH Sickle Drive Timing Belt
- Installing Knife Drive Timing Belts – A40-D Left Side
- Installing Knife Drive Double V-Belts – A40-D Left Side
- Adjusting Tension on Knife Drive Belt – A40-D Right Side
- Removing Knife Drive Belt – A40-D Right Side
- Installing Knife Drive Belt – A40-D Right Side
- 6.8.12Sickle Drive Belt Timing Adjustment
- 6.8.13Knife Drive Box
- 6.9Reel Drive Belts: A30-S, A30-D
- 6.10Reel Tines and Tine Bar Bearings – A30-D
- 6.11Reel and Reel Drive: A30-S, A30-D
- 6.12Reel and Reel Drive: A40-D
- 6.13Auger and Auger Drive – A30-D
- 6.14Auger and Auger Drive – A40-D
- 6.15Conditioner
- 6.15.1Changing Gearbox Oil
- 6.15.2Removing Forming Shield
- 6.15.3Disassembling Forming Shield
- 6.15.4Assembling Forming Shield
- 5.Attach adjuster rods (B) to side deflectors (C) with lynch pin (A).
- 6.15.5Installing Forming Shield
- 6.15.6Hydraulic Drive Motor Removal: All Models
- 6.15.7Hydraulic Drive Motor Installation: All Models
- 6.15.8Gearbox Removal: A30-S
- 6.15.9Gearbox Installation: A30-S
- 6.15.10Gearbox Removal: A30-D
- 6.15.11Gearbox Installation: A30-D
- 6.15.12Gearbox Removal: A40-D
- 6.15.13Gearbox Installation: A40-D
- 6.16Wheels and Tires – A30-D
- 6.17Replacing Skid Shoe Wear Plate
- 6.18Gauge Rollers
- 6.19Maintaining Electrical System
- 6.20Maintenance Schedule
- 7Troubleshooting
- 8Options and Attachments
- 9Unloading and Assembly
- Model and Serial Number
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SECTION 6 OPERATION
169000 61 Revision F
6.9 BREAK-IN PERIOD
a. After attaching header/mower conditioner to
windrower/tractor for the first time, operate the
machine slowly for 5 minutes, watching and
listening FROM THE TRACTOR/WINDROWER
SEAT for binding or interfering parts.
NOTE
Until you become familiar with the sound
and feel of your new header/mower
conditioner, be extra alert and attentive.
CAUTION
Before investigating an unusual sound or
attempting to correct a problem, shut off
tractor/windrower, engage parking brake,
and remove key.
b. Perform steps in Section 7.18.1.1 Break-In
Inspection: Self-Propelled or Section 7.18.2.1
Break-In Inspection: Pull-Type, depending on
your machine.
6.10 PRE-SEASON CHECK
CAUTION
• Review the operator’s manual to refresh
your memory on safety and operating
recommendations.
• Review all safety signs and other decals
on the mower conditioner and note
hazard areas.
• Be sure all shields and guards are
properly installed and secured. Never
alter or remove safety equipment.
• Be sure you understand and have
practiced safe use of all controls. Know
the capacity and operating
characteristics of the machine.
• Check the first aid kit and fire
extinguisher. Know where they are and
how to use them.
Perform the following at the beginning of each
operating season:
a. Adjust tension on drive belts. Refer to Sections
7.8 KNIFE AND KNIFE DRIVE, 7.9 REEL AND
REEL DRIVE: A30-D, and 7.11 AUGER AND
AUGER DRIVE: A30-D.
b. Lubricate chains and adjust tensions. Refer to
Sections 7.6.2 Lubrication Points, 7.9.1 Reel
Drive Chain: A30-D, and 7.11 AUGER AND
AUGER DRIVE: A30-D.
c. Check tire pressure, and adjust as required.
See Section 7.14.4 Inflating Tire.
d. Perform all annual maintenance. See Section
7.18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.
6.11 DAILY START-UP CHECK
CAUTION
• Be sure tractor/windrower and mower
conditioner/header are properly attached,
all controls are in NEUTRAL, and
tractor/windrower brake is engaged.
• Clear the area of other persons, pets etc.
Keep children away from machinery.
Walk around the windrower/mower
conditioner to be sure no one is under,
on, or close to it.
• Wear close fitting clothing and protective
shoes with slip resistant soles.
• Remove foreign objects from the
machine and surrounding area.
• As well, carry with you any protective
clothing and personal safety devices that
COULD be necessary through the day.
Don’t take chances.
• You may need:
o a hard hat
o protective glasses or goggles
o heavy gloves
o respirator or filter mask
o wet weather gear
• Protect against noise. Wear a
suitable hearing protective
device such as ear muffs or ear
plugs to protect against
objectionable or uncomfortable
loud noises.
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