214323 357 Revision A
Figure 5.55: Auger Clearance
6. Loosen two nuts (B).
7. Use adjuster bolt (A) to set clearance (C) to 5– 10 mm
(3/16–3/8 in.). Turn adjuster bolt (A) clockwise to
increase clearance and counterclockwise to decrease
clearance.
NOTE:
The clearance increases 25–40 mm (1–1-1/2 in.) when
center-link is fully retracted.
8. Repeat previous two steps on opposite end of auger.
9. Tighten nuts (B) on both ends of feed auger. Torque
nuts to 106–118 Nm (79–87 lbf·ft).
5.7.2 Checking Auger Drive Chain Tension
The auger is chain-driven by the adapter drive system sprocket attached to the side of the auger.
DANGER
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up of machine, always stop engine and remove key
from ignition before leaving operator’s seat for any reason.
1. Lower the header to the ground.
2. Raise the reel and engage the reel safety props. Refer to Engaging Reel Safety Props, page 29.
3. Shut down the combine, and remove the key from the ignition.
Figure 5.56: Auger Drive Chain Inspection
Location
4. Inspect the auger drive chain through the adjustment
slot (A).
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING