79034308 B Rev. 02-11
General Information
Header Break-In
Check the reel drive chain for alignment and correct
tension.
Lubricate the sickle with oil to aid initial break-in. If
operating in extremely sandy or abrasive soil do not
lubricate the sickle.
Watch for any signs, such as heating or noise, indicating
faulty adjustment.
Draper Care
The drapers that are supplied with the header are made
of a waterproof material designed for a long life with
minimum maintenance.
Maintain proper draper tension while the header is
operating. Release the draper tension at the end of each
day or when the header will not to be used for an
extended period of time.
Frequently check the drapers for abnormal wear and
correct the cause immediately.
Keep the drapers as clean and dry as possible. Store in a
cool, dry place away from rodents.
Oil spilled on drapers will cause rapid deterioration. Wipe
off oil as soon as possible.
Unplugging the Header
If the header and the interface weldment jams or plugs:
NOTE: Refer to the Troubleshooing section to resolve
specific functional problems.
1. Use the combine's header reverse to unplug the
header and interface weldment. See the combine
operator's manual to reverse the header. If reversing
the header direction does not unplug the header, do
the next step.
2. Stop the machine.
3. Disengage the header.
4. Lower the header and the reel.
5. Stop the engine and take the start key with you.
6. Clean the cutterbar and check for broken sickle
sections and guards.
7. Clean the auger.
8. Resume operation when the cutterbar and the auger
are operational.
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WARNING: Do not attempt to manually
unplug the machine with the header
engaged and the engine running.
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