MacDon D1 Series - Checking Cam Track Alignment

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Checking Cam Track Alignment
IMPORTANT:
Proper cam track alignment minimizes the possibility of interference between the cam arms and cam track.
The cam track has been aligned at the factory, but may have moved slightly during shipping and handling; therefore, it is
important to perform the following check:
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A
B
C
D
E
F
Figure 3.145: Distance between Hub Mating Face and
Outer Cam Track
A - Hub Mating Face B - Outer Cam Track
C - X1 D - X2
E - X3 F - X4
1. Measure the distance between hub mating face (A) and
outer cam track (B) at C, D, E, and F (approximately 90° to
each other) using the holes in the cam face as a guide.
2. Determine cam tilt using formulas in the Variation column of Table 3.1, page 77.
Table 3.1 Cam Tilt
Variation
If Equal to or Greater Than
mm (in.)
Add Shim at Location
Refer to Figure 3.146, page 78.
E – C
5.0 (6/32)
1
F – D
4.5 (6/32)
2
C – E
3.5 (1/8)
3
D – F
3.0 (1/8)
4
ASSEMBLING THE HEADER AND FLOAT MODULE