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MacDon D60 - User Manual

MacDon D60
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D50 and D60
Draper Headers for Self-Propelled
Windrowers
Operators Manual
169441 Revision D
Original Instruction
The Harvesting Specialists.

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Questions and Answers

  • S
    Shaun SkinnerSep 3, 2025
    What to do if heads are shattering or breaking off with MacDon D60?
    • T
      Tiffany TuckerSep 3, 2025
      If you're experiencing heads shattering or breaking off while using your MacDon Farm Equipment, there are several reasons this could be happening. The reel speed may be too fast, so reduce it. The reel might be too low, so raise it. The ground speed might be too fast, so reduce it. If the crop is too ripe, consider operating at night when humidity is higher.
  • B
    burnsmelissaAug 25, 2025
    What to do if cut grain is falling ahead of the cutterbar on MacDon D60 Farm Equipment?
    • O
      ogreenAug 25, 2025
      If you observe cut grain falling ahead of the cutterbar on your MacDon Farm Equipment, several factors could be responsible. The ground speed or reel speed might be too slow, or the reel might be too high or too far forward. The cutterbar could also be too high. Worn or broken sickle components can also cause this issue. Increase the ground speed and reel speed. Lower the reel and cutterbar. Move the reel back on the arms. Replace worn or broken sickle components. If cutting at speeds over 6 mph (10 km/h) with a high-torque (10 tooth) reel drive sprocket, replace it with a high-speed (19 tooth) reel drive sprocket.
  • J
    James Harris IIIAug 25, 2025
    How to fix MacDon D60 Farm Equipment that does not pick up down crop?
    • R
      Robin RossAug 26, 2025
      If your MacDon Farm Equipment is not picking up down crop, the cutterbar may be too high, the header angle too flat, or the reel may be too high or too far back. The ground speed might be too fast for the reel speed, or the reel fingers may not be lifting the crop sufficiently. Lower the cutterbar and reel, steepen the header angle, move the reel forward, reduce the ground speed or increase the reel speed, and increase the finger pitch aggressiveness. You can also install lifter guards.
  • A
    Anthony TaylorSep 12, 2025
    Why is there hesitation in the flow of bulky crop with my MacDon D60?
    • M
      Michael TorresSep 12, 2025
      If you're experiencing hesitation in the flow of bulky crop with your MacDon Farm Equipment, the header angle may be too flat, so steepen it. There may be a material overload on the drapers, so increase the side draper speed. Install an upper cross auger. Add flighting extensions.
  • C
    Crystal EvansSep 18, 2025
    Why are plant vines pinched between the top of the draper and cutterbar on MacDon D60 Farm Equipment?
    • M
      Melissa HowardSep 18, 2025
      If plant vines are being pinched between the top of the draper and cutterbar on your MacDon Farm Equipment, and the cutterbar has filled up with trash even with the draper to cutterbar gap properly adjusted, raise the header fully at each end of the field, or as required, and shift decks back and forth to help clean out the cutterbar. Manually remove debris from the cutterbar cavity to prevent damage to drapers.
  • J
    Jesse BenitezSep 7, 2025
    Why is reel motion uneven under no load on my MacDon Farm Equipment?
    • A
      Anthony MichaelSep 7, 2025
      If the reel motion is uneven under no load on your MacDon Farm Equipment, it is likely due to excessive slack in the reel drive chain. Tighten the chain to resolve this issue.
  • A
    Ashley ScottAug 31, 2025
    What to do if plastic fingers are bent rearward at the tip on MacDon D60 Farm Equipment?
    • C
      charlesseanAug 31, 2025
      If plastic fingers are bent rearward at the tip, raise the header, decrease header tilt, or move the reel aft.
  • Y
    ymaloneSep 23, 2025
    Why are there too many heads in the center (herringbone) with my MacDon D60?
    • S
      Sharon GarrisonSep 23, 2025
      If you're getting too much herringbone (heads in the center) with your MacDon Farm Equipment, it could be because the draper speed is too fast or the draper angle is too steep, so reduce the draper speed and/or decrease the draper angle. Also, the ground speed might be too fast, so reduce it. The crop may also be too green, so allow it to mature.
  • D
    David RobertsonSep 14, 2025
    Why does material accumulate inside or under the front edge of the draper on MacDon Farm Equipment?
    • J
      Joel JeffersonSep 14, 2025
      If material is accumulating inside or under the front edge of the draper on your MacDon Farm Equipment, it's likely due to the deck height being improperly adjusted. Adjust the deck height to resolve this issue.
  • M
    Mathew CareyAug 27, 2025
    How to stop the knife from plugging on MacDon D60 Farm Equipment?
    • J
      James LeonAug 28, 2025
      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.

Summary

D50 and D60 Draper Headers for Self-Propelled Windrowers

Introduction

Your Warranty

Explains warranty conditions and what voids it.

Chapter 1: Safety

1.1 Safety Alert Symbols

Explains the meaning and importance of safety alert symbols.

1.2 Signal Words

Defines DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, IMPORTANT, and NOTE signal words.

1.3 General Safety

Discusses general safety risks and personal protective equipment.

1.4 Maintenance Safety

Emphasizes safety procedures during maintenance.

1.5 Hydraulic Safety

Details safety procedures for hydraulic systems and leaks.

1.7 Safety Decal Locations

Shows locations of safety decals on the machine.

Chapter 2: Product Overview

2.3 Component Identification

Identifies main header components and their locations with a diagram.

Chapter 3: Operation

3.1 Owner;Operator Responsibilities

Outlines the responsibilities of the operator for safe and proper machine use.

3.2 Operational Safety

Details safety precautions for operating the machine.

3.3 Header Attachment;Detachment

Provides instructions for connecting header hydraulics and electrical harnesses.

3.5 Preseason Check

Lists procedures for equipment inspection at the start of each operating season.

3.6 Daily Start-Up Check

Details tasks to complete each day before starting the machine.

3.7 Shutting down Header

Provides safety procedures for shutting down the header.

3.9 Header Safety Props

Explains the function of header safety props and safety precautions.

3.10 Reel Safety Props

Explains how to engage reel safety props for working on a raised reel.

3.11 Header Setup

Guides on adjusting reel positions and cam settings for various crops.

3.12 Header Operating Variables

Core adjustments for performance.

3.12.1 Cutting Height

Explains how to adjust cutting height for different conditions.

3.12.4 Reel Speed

Discusses the impact of reel speed on crop feeding and windrow formation.

3.12.5 Ground Speed

Explains the importance of ground speed for cutting and windrow formation.

3.12.9 Reel Fore-Aft Position

Details how reel fore-aft position affects results in adverse conditions.

3.19 Unplugging Cutterbar

Safety procedures and steps for clearing a plugged cutterbar.

3.21 Transporting Header

Important operational procedure.

3.21.1 Precautions for Transporting Header on a Windrower

Safety precautions for transporting the header on a windrower.

Chapter 4: Maintenance and Servicing

4.1 Preparing Machine for Servicing

Safety precautions to observe before starting service on the machine.

4.4.1 Lubricating Header

Guides on greasing points and procedures for the header.

4.7.1 Replacing Knife Section

Procedures for inspecting and replacing knife sections.

4.7.2 Removing Knife

Instructions for safely removing and replacing the cutterbar knife.

4.7.5 Installing Knife

Instructions for installing the cutterbar knife.

Checking and Adjusting Knife Hold-Downs

Procedures to check and adjust knife hold-downs for proper function.

Tensioning Untimed Knife Drive Belts

Steps to tension untimed knife drive belts.

Tensioning Timed Knife Drive Belts

Procedure for tensioning timed knife drive belts.

4.10 Reel

Information about the reel.

4.10.1 Reel Clearance to Cutterbar

How to measure and adjust reel finger to cutterbar clearance.

4.12 Maintenance Requirements

Regular maintenance for early wear and breakdown prevention.

4.12.1 Break-in Inspection

Checks belts, fluids, and hardware for concerns.

Chapter 6: Troubleshooting

6.1 Crop Loss at Cutterbar

Tables to determine cause of crop loss and recommended solutions.

6.2 Cutting Action and Knife Components

Tables to diagnose cutting action and knife component problems.

6.3 Reel Delivery

Tables to determine causes of reel delivery problems and solutions.

6.4 Header and Drapers

Tables to diagnose header and draper problems and solutions.

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

MacDon D60 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMacDon
ModelD60
CategoryFarm Equipment
LanguageEnglish

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