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Figure 5.228: Measurement Locations
A - Clearance Points B - Flex Points
9. Measure clearance at ends (A) of each reel and at flex
locations (B).
NOTE:
The reel is factory-set to provide more clearance at
center of reel than at ends (frown) to compensate for
reel flexing.
Figure 5.229: Reel Clearance
10. Check clearance (X) between (C) and (D). Depending
on reel fore-aft position, minimum clearance can result
at guard tine, hold-down, or cutterbar.
11. Adjust reel if necessary. Refer to Adjusting Reel
Clearance, page 438.
Adjusting Reel Clearance
Perform this procedure with reel at mid-point of fore-aft range and fully lowered.
DANGER
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected start-up or fall of raised machine, always stop engine,
remove key, and engage safety props before going under header for any reason.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING