Macdon 962 Harvest Header Manuale Utente

1INTRODUCTIONYour new 962 Harvest Header is designed to serve a dual function in your grain and specialty crop harvestingoperation:1. Teamed with your

10TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSCHECKING BOLT TORQUEThe tables shown below give correct torque values for various bolts and capscrews. Tighten all bolts to the

11TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSTIGHTENING O-RING FITTINGS*1. Inspect O-ring and seat for dirt or obviousdefects.2. On angle fittings, back the lock nut off un

12OPERATIONYOUR RESPONSIBILITIES AS AN OWNER/OPERATORCAUTION:1. It is your responsibility to read andunderstand this manual and the Windrower orCombin

13HEADER OPERATIONBREAK-IN PERIOD1. After attaching header to combine or wind-rower tractor for the first time, operate themachine with reel, drapers

14HEADER OPERATIONPRE-STARTING CHECKS: ANNUALDo the following at the start of each operatingseason.CAUTION:1. Review the Operator’s Manuals to refresh

15HEADER OPERATIONOPERATE CORRECTLYCAUTION:1. Follow all safety and operationalinstructions given in your Operator’sManuals. If you do not have a wind

16HEADER OPERATIONHEADER CONTROLSCAUTION: Be sure all bystanders areclear of machine before startingengine or engaging any headerdrives.See your Windr

17HEADER OPERATIONOperating VariablesSatisfactory function of the header requiresmaking the proper adjustments to suit variouscrops and conditions.Cor

18HEADER OPERATIONOperating Variables (continued)CUTTING HEIGHTCutting height will vary, depending on whetherwindrowing or straight-cutting, type of c

19HEADER OPERATIONOperating VariablesCUTTING HEIGHT (continued)Skid Shoes (Attachment)Skid shoes are available as an attachment. Theprimary benefits o

2TABLE OF CONTENTSINTRODUCTION ...

20HEADER OPERATIONOperating Variables (continued)HEADER FLOTATIONIMPORTANT: To avoid frequent breakage of sickle components, scooping soil, or soil bu

21HEADER OPERATIONOperating VariablesTo adjust delivery opening width (continued)2. Remove screws from draper connector slat.3. Use the following char

22HEADER OPERATIONOperating VariablesTo adjust delivery opening width3. continued)Bolt opening adjustment bars to deck at the hole corresponding to th

23HEADER OPERATIONOperating VariablesEND DELIVERY: The left deck of the 962 headercan be manually shifted to close off the centeropening and deliver c

24HEADER OPERATIONOperating Variables (continued)REEL SPEED• Reel speed affects the smoothness and evenness of the delivered crop. Operating the reel

25HEADER OPERATIONOperating VariablesDIVIDER ANGLEThe dividers can be angled in or out to provideproper separation and clean entry in a variety ofcrop

26HEADER OPERATIONWindrowingThe factors listed below will all affect the formation of the windrow. You will quickly become adept at adjustingthese var

27HEADER OPERATIONWindrowingDELIVERY OPENINGThe width and position of the delivery openingaffects the width and configuration of the windrow.The decis

28HEADER OPERATIONWindrowingWINDROW CHARACTERISTICSThere are three basic criteria by which the quality of a windrow is measured:1. Weight Distribution

29HEADER OPERATIONWindrowingWINDROW CHARACTERISTICS (continued)PARALLEL WINDROWThe stalks are parallel to windrow and headsevenly distributed across w

3TABLE OF CONTENTSMAINTENANCE/SERVICEService Procedures...

30TRANSPORTTransporting the Header onWindrower or CombineWARNING: Do not drive windroweror combine with header attached ona road or highway at night,

31TRANSPORTGauge Wheels / Transport OptionSome 30 and 36 foot headers are equipped withthe transport option which allows pivoting thegauge wheels 90°

32TRANSPORTGauge Wheels / Transport OptionCONVERTING FROM FIELD POSITIONTO TRANSPORTAt L/H end (continued):9. Slide bar (C) to caster side of support.

33TRANSPORTGauge Wheels / Transport OptionATTACHING TO TOWING VEHICLECAUTION: To avoid bodily injury and/or machine damage caused by loss of control:1

34STORE HITCH ON FRAME TUBETRANSPORTGauge Wheels / Transport OptionCONVERTING FROM TRANSPORT TO FIELD POSITION1. Block the tires to prevent header rol

35TRANSPORTGauge Wheels / Transport OptionCONVERTING FROM TRANSPORT TOFIELD POSITION (continued)9. At right hand dual wheel assembly:· Remove hairpins

36MAINTENANCE/SERVICESERVICE PROCEDURESCAUTION: To avoid personal injury, before servicing machine or opening drive covers:1. Fully lower header and r

37MAINTENANCE/SERVICERECOMMENDED LUBRICANTSGREASEUse an SAE Multi-Purpose High Temperature Grease with Extreme Pressure (EP) Performance andcontaining

38MAINTENANCE/SERVICEGREASING THE HEADERSee "Recommended Lubricants" in this section forrecommended greases.The following greasing points ar

39MAINTENANCE/SERVICEGREASING THE HEADER (continued)50 Hours1. Reel Support Bushing (F) - one fitting (two on 36 ft.)100 Hours or Annually1. Sickle Dr

4SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONRecord the serial number in the space provided.Harvest Header:Plate is located on gusset at left hand endsheet, near main tube.

40MAINTENANCE/SERVICEGREASING THE HEADER (continued)500 Hours or Annually1. Gauge Wheel Hub Bearings (G) -one fitting per wheelHYDRAULIC SYSTEMHydraul

41MAINTENANCE/SERVICEHYDRAULIC SYSTEM (continued)

42MAINTENANCE/SERVICESICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVEWARNING: Keep hands clear of thearea between guards and sickle at alltimes.CAUTION: Wear heavy gloves when

43MAINTENANCE/SERVICESICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVE (continued)Sickle SectionsCheck daily that sections are firmly bolted to thesickle back and are not worn

44MAINTENANCE/SERVICESICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVE (continued)Sickle Head Needle Bearing InstallationUsing a flat-ended tool (A) with approximately thesame

45MAINTENANCE/SERVICESICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVE (continued)GuardsCAUTION: Always engage reel propsbefore working under reel.Check daily that guards are a

46MAINTENANCE/SERVICESICKLE AND SICKLE DRIVE (continued)NOTE: The sickle drive assembly at the left end of theheader varies depending on the applicati

47MAINTENANCE/SERVICEWobble Box Assembly/DisassemblyWhen reinstalling drive arm or pulley:1. Remove any rust or paint from innerspline. For replaceme

48MAINTENANCE/SERVICEDRAPERS (continued)Draper Drive & Idler RollersReplace draper roller bearings every 500 hours orannually.NOTE: When tightenin

49MAINTENANCE/SERVICEREEL AND REEL DRIVEReel Clearance From CutterbarThe bat reel should be adjusted to provide 2 inches (50mm) clearance above cutter

5SAFETYSIGNAL WORDSNote the use of the signal words DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION with safety messages. The appropriatesignal word for each message has

50MAINTENANCE/SERVICEREEL AND REEL DRIVE (continued)Reel Drive Chain TensionCheck the reel drive chain tension annually.To adjust:1. Loosen four bolts

51MAINTENANCE/SERVICEWHEELS AND TIRES (continued)Tire InflationCheck tire pressure daily. Maintain pressuresrecommended in Specifications section.WARN

52MAINTENANCE/SERVICEMAINTENANCE SCHEDULEThe following maintenance schedule is a listing of periodic maintenance procedures, organized by serviceinter

53MAINTENANCE RECORDHeader Serial No. Combine this record with Windrower or Combine Maintenance Record for &

54TROUBLESHOOTINGSYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION REF.CROP LOSS AT CUTTERBARHeads shattering orbreaking off.Reel speed too fast. Reduce reel speed. 24Ground s

55TROUBLESHOOTINGSYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION REF.CUTTING COMPONENTS (continued)Sickle back breakage. Bent or broken guard. Straighten or replace. 45Worn

56TROUBLESHOOTINGSYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION REF.CUTTING COMPONENTS (continued)Sickle plugging. Loose sickle drive belt. Adjust belt tension. 46Dull or b

57TROUBLESHOOTINGSYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION REF.REEL (continued)Reel carrying crop overcausing improper reeldelivery.Tall grain or noddingvarieties of c

58TROUBLESHOOTINGSYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION REF.WINDROW FORMATIONHeads on ground (floweredout).Draper speed too slow. Increase draper speed. 20Draper an

59OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTSConsult your Windrower dealer for details on the following options and attachments.PICK-UP REELWholeGoods order number:30’ –

6SAFETYSAFETY SIGNSBACK TUBERefer to Operator’s manualfor recommended safetypractices.BACK TUBEEngage mechanical lock oneach reel support armbefore wo

60OPTIONS AND ATTACHMENTSSKID SHOESWholeGoods order number: C1359Skid shoes are available as an attachment. Theprimary benefits of skid shoes are:1. H

61UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYPREPARE TO UNLOADCAUTION: To avoid injury tobystanders from being struck bymachinery, do not allow persons tostand in unload

62UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYLOWER HEADERNOTE: For 36’ and 30’ headers with gauge wheelsor gauge wheel/transport package, attach gaugewheel springs to he

63UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYINSTALL GAUGE WHEELS - 36 ft. (30 ft. OPTION)NOTE: These instructions apply to the standardgauge wheel package. For instruct

64UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYINSTALL GAUGE WHEEL / TRANSPORT OPTION30 & 36 FT.NOTE: These instructions apply to the gaugewheels with transport option

65UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYINSTALL GAUGE WHEEL / TRANSPORT OPTION30 & 36 FT. (continued)5. Install 1/2 inch hex head bolt (H) and locknut(removed a

66UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYINSTALL GAUGE WHEEL / TRANSPORT OPTION30 & 36 FT. (continued)7. Attach the three gauge wheels to hubs. Torquewheel bolts

67UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYINSTALL GAUGE WHEEL / TRANSPORT OPTION30 & 36 FT. (continued)12.Assemble light package (continued):c. At left endsheet,

68UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYINSTALL GAUGE WHEEL / TRANSPORT OPTION 30 & 36 FT. (continued)12.Assemble light package (continued): WIRING

69UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYINSTALL GAUGE WHEEL / TRANSPORT OPTION30 & 36 FT. (continued)13.Attach Slow Moving Vehicle Emblem at (G).14.Store hitch

7SAFETYGENERAL SAFETYThe following are general farm safetyprecautions that should be part ofyour operating procedure for alltypes of machinery.1. Prot

70UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYNOTE: For Rice Special Headers only, install reelarm slope enhancement brackets. Instructions arepackaged with the brackets.

71UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYASSEMBLE BAT REEL (continued)NOTE: Install hardware securing arms to tube onlyfinger tight to allow straightening after asse

72UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYINSTALL DRAPERSNOTE: Prior to installing drapers, for delivery openings 41.7” (1060 mm) and smaller, (Case, Gleaner andNew H

73UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYINSTALL DRAPERS (continued)1. Use the chart on page 72 to position draperconnector tubes at the appropriate rows ofholes and

74UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYPREPARE HEADER FOR WINDROWER OR COMBINESee the Assembly section of your Windrower Tractor or Combine Adapter Operator’s Manu

75UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYPREPARE HEADER FOR WINDROWER OR COMBINE (continued)Sickle Drive AssemblyThe sickle drive assembly at the left end of the hea

76UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYPREPARE HEADER FOR WINDROWER OR COMBINESickle Drive Assembly (continued)ASSEMBLY B: For 801 Bi-Directional and 871/872 Combi

77UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYPREPARE HEADER FOR WINDROWER OR COMBINE (continued)Moving Draper MotorsDraper drive motors may be moved from outboardto inbo

78UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYPREPARE HEADER FOR WINDROWER OR COMBINE (continued)Moving Motors From Inboard to Outboard1. The following parts must be purc

79UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYATTACH HEADERCAUTION: Read the Operator’s Manuals carefully to familiarize yourself with procedures andcontrols before attac

8SAFETYGENERAL SAFETY (continued)6. Wear close-fitting clothing and cover longhair. Never wear dangling items such asscarves or bracelets.7. Keep hand

8030’ HEADERUNLOADING & ASSEMBLYHYDRAULIC REEL FORE-AFT KITINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS1. Attach cylinder to reel drive at:- R/H reel support arm (30

81UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYHYDRAULIC REEL FORE-AFT KITINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS2. Attach cylinder(s) at:- L/H reel support arm (30’ Header)- L/H and R/

82UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYHYDRAULIC REEL FORE-AFT KITINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS3. Connect hoses (30’ Header):IMPORTANT: To prevent damage to fore-aft k

83UNLOADING & ASSEMBLYHYDRAULIC REEL FORE-AFT KITINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS3. Connect hoses (36’ Header):IMPORTANT: To prevent damage to fore-aft k

84INDEXAPAGEAssembly... 62BBearing Installation... 37Break-In

85INDEXS (continued)PAGESerial Number Location... 4Service Procedures... 36Shield,

962 Harvest Header Pre-Delivery ChecklistHEADER: Serial Number Perform these checks and adjust

9SPECIFICATIONS962 HARVEST HEADER WINDROWER COMBINE (Specs listed may varydepending on combine)SICKLE DRIVE &q