How to improve hesitation in flow of bulky crop with MacDon D50?
To improve hesitation in the flow of bulky crop, consider these adjustments: increase the header angle, increase side draper speed, install an upper cross auger, or add flighting extensions.
How to stop excessive bouncing at normal field speed with MacDon D50 Farm Equipment?
To stop excessive bouncing at normal field speed, adjust the header float.
How to eliminate a hollow in the center when using MacDon D50?
To eliminate a hollow in the center, increase draper speed or decrease delivery opening width.
What to do if plastic fingers are bent rearward at the tip on MacDon D50?
If plastic fingers are bent rearward at the tip, raise the header, decrease header tilt, or move the reel aft.
What to do if plastic fingers are bent forward at the tip on MacDon D50 Farm Equipment?
If plastic fingers are bent forward at the tip, raise the header, decrease header tilt, or move the reel aft.
How to prevent the divider rod from running down standing crop on MacDon D50?
To prevent the divider rod from running down standing crop, remove the divider rods.
How to troubleshoot insufficient header lift on MacDon Farm Equipment?
If there is insufficient header lift, increase the relief pressure.
What to do when cutting tough crops with a standard torque (19-tooth) reel drive sprocket on MacDon D50?
When cutting tough crops with a standard torque (19-tooth) reel drive sprocket, replace it with a high torque (10-tooth) or 14-tooth reel drive sprocket.
How to stop material from wrapping at the upper cross auger beater bars on MacDon D50?
To prevent material from wrapping at the upper cross auger beater bars, remove the beater bars.
What to do if crop is thrown across the opening and under the opposite side draper on MacDon D50?
If crop is thrown across the opening and under the opposite side draper, trim the deflector or replace it with a narrow deflector (MD #172381).
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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