MacDon FlexDraper FD75 - Chapter 5: Header Attachment;Detachment; Adapter Setup; Using Flighting Extensions; Using Stripper Bars

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Chapter 5: Header Attachment/Detachment
This chapter includes instructions for setting up, attaching, and detaching the header.
Combine Refer to
Case IH 7010, 8010, 7120, 8120, 9120, 5088, 6088, 7088,
5130, 6130, 7130, 7230, 8230, 9230
5.2 Case IH Combines, page 290
Gleaner R and S Series, Challenger 660, 670, 680B, 540C,
560C, Massey Ferguson 9690, 9790, 9895, 9520, 9540,
9560
5.3 Challenger
®
, Gleaner
®
, and Massey Ferguson
®
Combines, page 298
John Deere 60, 70, S, and T Series
5.4 John Deere Combines, page 306
CLAAS 500, 700 (R Series)
5.5 CLAAS Combines, page 313
New Holland CR, CX
5.6 New Holland Combines, page 321
NOTE:
Ensure the applicable functions ( auto header height control [AHHC], draper header option, hydraulic center-link option,
hydraulic reel drive) are enabled on the combine. Failure to do so may result in improper header operation.
5.1 Adapter Setup
The following sections outline the recommended adapter setup guidelines for your specific combine model and crop type;
however, the recommendations cannot cover all conditions.
If feeding problems develop with the adapter, refer to 8 Troubleshooting, page 521.
5.1.1 Using Flighting Extensions
The flighting extension kit may improve feeding in certain crops such as rice or heavy green crop, but it is not
recommended in cereal crops.
For instructions for installing and removing flighting extensions, refer to 6.7.7 Flighting Extensions, page 396.
5.1.2 Using Stripper Bars
Stripper bar kits may have been supplied with your header to improve feeding in certain crops such as rice. They are NOT
recommended in cereal crops.
For servicing information, refer to 6.11 Adapter Stripper Bars and Feed Deflectors, page 442.
5.1.3 Adjusting Auger Speed
The adapter auger is chain driven by a sprocket that is mounted on the input shaft from the combine and is enclosed in the
drive gearbox.
The auger speed is determined by the combine input shaft and is matched to each specific combine model; therefore, no
adjustment is necessary. However, optional 20-, 22-, and 26-tooth drive sprockets are available to change the adapter feed
auger speed and optimize performance. See your MacDon Dealer.