MacDon D50 - Header Setup; Reel Setting

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3.11 Header Setup
The combination of reel positions and reel cam settings allow the operator to adjust to various crops and conditions.
1. In Table 3.1, page 39, find the row for the type of crop to be cut.
2. Determine the desired stubble height for that crop.
3. In the column for the applicable crop condition, find the recommended reel setting reference for that crop.
4. Look up the recommended reel setting reference in Table 3.2, page 39. This table illustrates the reel profile at each
cam setting and the reel location relative to the ground at different positions on the reel arm.
Table 3.1 Recommended Machine Setup
Crop Type
Stubble
Crop Condition
Light
Normal
Heavy
Lodged
Cereals
10–20 cm
(4–8 in.)
E
A
B
DorG
25+ cm (10+ in.)
F
A
B
DorG
Ground
C
AAA
Alfalfa
10–20 cm
(4–8 in.)
E
A
AorC
—
Canola
25+ cm (10+ in.)
F
A B or H
D
Grass
Ground
AAorJ J
—
Rice
25+ cm (10+ in.)
F
A
GG
Table 3.2 Recommended Reel Settings
Reel Setting
Reference
Cam Setting
Number (Finger
Speed Gain)
Reel Position
Number
Header Angle Reel Finger Pattern
A
2 (20%)
6or7
Middle
1001819
B
2 (20%)
3or4
Variable
1001820
OPERATION