MacDon D50 - Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders on Double Reel

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Repositioning the left reel arm cylinder
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A
B
C
D
Figure 3.44: Left Reel Arm Cylinder
11. Loosen fitting (A) to allow it to rotate when the cylinder is
repositioned.
12. Remove bolt (B), nut, and spacer (C) that secure the
cylinder to the left reel arm.
13. Extend the cylinder so that the mounting hole lines up with
new location (D) as shown.
NOTE:
Loosen a hose fitting to allow movement of the cylinder
rod. Be sure to retighten the fitting after cylinder
installation.
14. Reinstall bolt (B) and nut with spacer (C).
15. Tighten the fitting.
16. Check the reel clearance to the backsheet, upper cross
auger (if installed), and reel braces.
17. Adjust the reel tine pitch if necessary. For instructions, refer
to 3.12.10 Reel Tine Pitch, page 63.
Repositioning Fore-Aft Cylinders on Double Reel
The reel can be moved approximately 227 mm (9 in.) farther aft by repositioning the fore-aft cylinders on the reel arms.
DANGER
To prevent injury or death from the unexpected start-up of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the key
from the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat for any reason.
1. Position the reel fully aft with support arms horizontal.
2. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
Repositioning the center arm cylinder
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A
B
C
D
E
Figure 3.45: C Reel Arm Cylinder in Aft Position
3. Remove bolt and nut (A) and four bolts (B) securing hose
shield (C) on the center reel arm.
NOTE:
Only two of bolt (B) are visible in the illustration. The other
two are on the other side of the hose shield.
4. Move hose shield (C) and the hoses away from the reel arm
cylinder.
5. Remove bolts (D) that secure aft plate (E), and then remove
the aft plate.
OPERATION