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214325 275 Revision A
Figure 6.5: Draper Speed Control
9. Check that draper speed control (A) is set to 6 as
shown. If required, turn knob until desired setting lines
up with slot in panel.
10. Ensure feeder house variable speed is set
to MINIMUM.
CAUTION
Never start or move the machine until you are sure all
bystanders have cleared the area.
11. Open left endshield. Refer to 3.4.5 Opening Endshield,
page 83
12. Start combine and run header slowly for five minutes
while watching and listening FROM THE OPERATORS
SEAT for binding or interfering parts.
NOTE:
Reel and side drapers will not operate until oil flow
fills lines.
13. Run header for an additional ten minutes at operating
speed while watching and listening FROM THE
OPERATORS SEAT for binding or interfering parts.
Figure 6.6: Knife Drive Box
14. Have someone check rpm of knife drive box pulley (A)
with a handheld tachometer.
15. Compare actual pulley rpm with values in following chart:
Table 6.1 Recommended Knife Drive Speed (rpm)
Header Size
Recommended Knife Drive
Speed Range: Single Knife
Recommended Knife Drive
Speed Range: Double Knife
30 foot
600700 rpm
35 foot
550650 rpm
40 foot
525600 rpm
550700 rpm
45 foot
N/A
RUNNING UP HEADER

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