MacDon M155 - Detaching a D-Series Header: Mechanical Center-Link

OPERATION
13. Disconnect center-link by lifting release ( B) and lift
hook (A) off header.
NOTE:
If optional center-link self-alignm ent kit is
installed, lift release (B) and then operate the
link lift cylinder with REEL UP switch on GSL to
disengage the center-link from the header.
NOTE:
If hay conditioner is installed, watch clearances
on both sides.
Figure 4.159: Hydraulic C enter-Link
14. Reinstall pin (A) into header leg and secure with a
hairpin (B).
Figure 4.160: Header Stand
Detaching a D-Series Header: Mechanical Center-Link
To deta
ch a D-Series header from an M-Series windrower equipped with mechanical center-link, follow these steps:
DANGER
To avoid bodily injury or death from 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. Start engine and press HEADER UP (A) switch to raise
header to maximum height.
2. If one end of the header does NOT raise complet ely,
rephase the cylinders as follows:
a. Press and ho ld the HEADER UP (A) switch on the
ground speed lever (GSL) until both cylinders stop
moving.
b. Continue to hold the switch for 3–4 seconds.
Cylinders are phased.
3. Stop engine and remove key.
Fig
ure 4 .161: GSL
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