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Figure 4.141: Forming Shield bracket – R85
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Figure 4.142: Forming Shield bracket – R2 Series
30. If switching to an R85 or R2 Series Rotary Disc Header,
retrieve the forming shield support brackets (A) from the
toolbox, and attach the brackets as follows:
a. install support bracket (A).
b. Install hardware (B) to secure the support to the
windrower leg.
c. Repeat on the opposite windrower leg.
4.4.3 R1 Series Rotary Disc Header
The rotary disc header, when attached to a windrower, is designed to cut, condition, and lay a wide variety of grasses and
hay crops in windrows.
Attaching Forming Shield
The forming shield controls the width and placement of the windrow.
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected startup of the machine, always stop the engine and remove the
key from the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat for any reason.
1. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
OPERATION