MacDon FlexDraper FD75 - Adjusting Reel Frown; Centering Reel

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Adjusting Reel Frown
Adjust the reel frown by repositioning the reel tine tubes attached to the reel discs.
NOTE:
Measure the frown profile before disassembling the reel for servicing so the profile can be maintained during reassembly.
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Figure 6.238: Fore-Aft Position Decal
1. Position the reel all the way down and over the cutterbar
(between position 4 and 5 on fore-aft decal [A]).
2. Record the measurement at each reel disc location for each
reel tine tube.
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Figure 6.239: Center Reel Arm
3. Start with the reel disc closest to the center of the header
and proceed outward toward the ends, adjusting the
header profile as follows:
a. Remove bolts (A).
b. Loosen bolt (B) and adjust arm (C) until the desired
measurement is obtained between the reel tine tube
and the cutterbar.
NOTE:
Allow the reel tine tubes to curve naturally and
position the hardware accordingly.
c. Reinstall bolts (A) in the aligned holes and
tighten them.
6.13.3 Centering Reel
The reel needs to be centered on the header to avoid any contact with the endsheets.
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, always stop the engine,
remove the key, and engage the safety props before going under the header for any reason.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING