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5.14.2 Adjusting Reel Drive Chain Tension
Loosening Reel Drive Chain
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.
Figure 5.284: Single-Reel Drive Shown –
Double-Reel Drive Similar
Figure 5.285: Single-Reel Drive – Viewed from
Underside of Reel
1. Shut down the combine, and remove the key from
the ignition.
2. Remove the drive cover. Refer to Removing Reel Drive
Cover, page 461.
3. Loosen six nuts (A). Slide motor (B) and motor
mount (C) down towards the reel shaft.
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