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Figure 6.61: Auger Drive
9. Rotate auger (A) by hand, in forward direction, until it
cannot turn anymore.
10. Measure the distance between two lines (B).
For a new chain:
• If difference (B) is 1–4 mm (0.04–0.16 in.), no
adjustment is required.
• If difference (B) is greater than 4 mm (0.16 in.), the
auger drive chain tension needs adjusting. For
instructions, refer to 6.7.3 Adjusting Auger Drive Chain
Tension, page 382.
For a used chain:
• If difference (B) is 3–8 mm (0.12–0.31 in.), no
adjustment is required.
• If difference (B) is greater than 8 mm (0.31 in.), the
auger drive chain tension needs adjusting. For
instructions, refer to 6.7.3 Adjusting Auger Drive Chain
Tension, page 382.
6.7.3 Adjusting Auger Drive Chain Tension
The auger is chain-driven by the adapter drive system sprocket attached to the side of the auger.
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start-up of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the
key from the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat for any reason.
NOTE:
Check the auger tension before making any adjustments. For instructions, refer to 6.7.2 Checking Auger Drive Chain
Tension, page 380.
1. Detach the header from the combine. For instructions, refer to 5 Header Attachment/Detachment, page 289.
2. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
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