What to do if MacDon D50 Farm Equipment is excessively bouncing at normal field speed?
Excessive bouncing at normal field speed with MacDon Farm Equipment can be caused by a float set too light. To fix this, adjust the header float.
Why is the divider rod running down standing crop on MacDon D50?
If the divider rod is running down standing crop when using MacDon Farm Equipment, it may be because the divider rods are too long. Remove the divider rod to resolve this issue.
How to prevent crop loss at the cutterbar of MacDon D50?
To prevent crop loss at the cutterbar: lower the cutterbar, increase the header angle, lower the reel, move the reel forward, reduce ground speed or increase reel speed, increase finger pitch aggressiveness, and/or install lifter guards.
How to fix ragged or uneven cutting of crop with MacDon Farm Equipment?
To address ragged or uneven cutting, try the following: adjust the hold-downs, replace all worn and broken cutting parts, check the engine speed of the windrower, reduce ground speed or increase reel speed, adjust the reel position and finger pitch, lower the cutting height, steepen the header angle, straighten a bent knife and align the guards, align the guards, install stub guards or move the reel forward.
How to correct an uneven windrow in any crop condition with MacDon Farm Equipment?
To correct an uneven windrow, try raising the reel, reducing ground speed or increasing draper speed, or reducing reel speed.
How to stop the knife from plugging on MacDon D50?
To prevent knife plugging, try the following: lower the reel or move it rearward, increase ground speed, adjust the hold-down, or replace the knife section.
What to do if the draper will not move on MacDon Farm Equipment?
If the draper will not move, try the following: tighten the drapers, loosen the draper and clean the rollers, loosen the draper and clear any obstruction, replace the roller bearing, fill the windrower reservoir to the full level, or adjust the relief setting.
How to troubleshoot insufficient draper speed on MacDon Farm Equipment?
If there is insufficient draper speed, try the following: increase the control setting, increase the relief pressure to the recommended setting, adjust to the correct speed for the windrower model, replace the gear pump, or adjust to increase the setting.
How to reduce excessive header vibration on MacDon D50?
To reduce excessive header vibration, consider the following: adjust the hold-downs, adjust the knife timing, check the engine speed of the windrower, replace the knife, tighten or replace parts, or straighten the cutterbar.
What causes strips of uncut material with MacDon D50 Farm Equipment, and how do I solve it?
Strips of uncut material may occur if there isn't enough room for crop to be fed to the cutterbar, or due to broken sections. Allow enough room for crop to be fed to the cutterbar and replace any broken sections.
General| Brand | MacDon |
|---|---|
| Model | D50 |
| Category | Farm Equipment |
| Language | English |
Explains the meaning and importance of safety alert symbols used in the manual.
Defines signal words like DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, IMPORTANT, and NOTE used for safety information.
Provides general safety precautions and personal protective equipment recommendations for operating machinery.
Outlines safety procedures and PPE required for maintaining the equipment.
Details safety procedures for inspecting and servicing hydraulic equipment due to high pressure.
Information on safety signs, their placement, and maintenance.
Illustrates locations of safety decals on the machine for older and newer versions.
Lists and defines terms, abbreviations, and acronyms used throughout the manual.
Provides technical specifications for header models including dimensions, weights, and performance.
Identifies and locates the main components of the header with a diagram.
Outlines the responsibilities of the owner and operator for safe and proper machine operation.
Details critical safety precautions to be followed during machine operation.
Provides step-by-step instructions for attaching and detaching the header from the windrower.
Guidance on the initial operation and break-in period for the new header.
Lists essential inspection and servicing procedures to perform at the start of each operating season.
Daily tasks to complete before starting the machine to ensure safe operation.
Procedures for safely shutting down the header and machine to prevent damage or injury.
Identifies primary header functions controlled from the windrower cab.
Explains the function and importance of header safety props for preventing unexpected falls.
Details on engaging and disengaging reel safety props for working around a raised reel.
Guidance on setting up the header, including reel positions and cam settings for various crops.
Explains key variables that affect header performance and how to adjust them.
Information on adjusting the width and location of the delivery opening for windrow configuration.
Describes different windrow types and the machine settings for achieving them.
Useful tips for operating the header in hay crops.
Instructions for replacing and reworking draper deflectors.
Information on installing knifehead shields to prevent crop accumulation.
Guidance on how to level the header if it becomes unlevel.
Procedures for safely clearing plugged cutterbars.
Details on the Upper Cross Auger, including removing and installing beater bars.
Precautions and procedures for transporting the header on a windrower or when towing.
Recommendations for properly storing the header to prevent corrosion and wear.
Safety precautions to observe before starting any service or maintenance on the machine.
General procedures that are repeated throughout the manual for various maintenance tasks.
Procedures for opening, closing, adjusting, removing, and installing header endshields.
Information on lubricating header components and service intervals for lubrication.
Hydraulic schematics for different header configurations to aid in troubleshooting.
Information on the header's electrical system, including replacing light bulbs.
Procedures related to the cutterbar, including replacing knife sections and guards.
Details on the knife drive system, including belts, boxes, and pulleys.
Maintenance procedures for the drapers, including tensioning, removal, and installation.
Information on reel maintenance, including clearance, frown, centering, and drive components.
Procedures for checking and maintaining the optional transport system wheels.
Outlines regular and periodic maintenance requirements organized by service intervals.
Describes various reel kits available to enhance header performance in different crop conditions.
Details kits available for the cutterbar, such as wearplates, knifehead shields, and stub guards.
Lists header kits that add features or enhancements to the header frame.
Optional kits to optimize header performance for specific crops or conditions.
Table diagnosing crop loss causes at the cutterbar and their solutions.
Table diagnosing cutting action and knife component problems and recommended repair procedures.
Table diagnosing reel delivery problems and their recommended solutions.
Table diagnosing header and draper problems and their recommended solutions.
Table diagnosing issues when cutting edible beans and their recommended solutions.
Table diagnosing windrow formation problems and their recommended solutions.
Provides SI and US customary unit conversions for measurements used in the manual.
Lists torque values for various bolts, cap screws, and hydraulic fittings.
Instructions for unloading, assembly, and setup procedures for the header.
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