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3.12.5 Hold-Downs
Hold-downs help the crop transition smoothly from the drapers to the auger. They can be adjusted to suit various harvest
conditions.
Hold-Down Position
Hold-down position refers to the position of the fiberglass rods on the hold-downs relative to the crop swath and can be
adjusted according to harvest conditions.
Figure 3.153: Hold-Down Positions
Fiberglass rods (A) on the hold-down ensure that contact between the swath and pick-up belts is maintained, which
ensures the smooth feeding of crop into the auger.
Adjust the hold-down position using the combine’s reel height control. Select the appropriate hold-down position for the
harvest conditions:
• Position 1: short crop
• Position 2: average crop
• Position 3: heavy crop
IMPORTANT:
To prevent damage to the hold-down, always fully raise the hold-down before reversing the combine feeder house to
unplug the feeder.
OPERATION
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