MacDon PW8 - Hold-Downs; Replacing Fiberglass Rods

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5.9 Hold-Downs
Hold-downs help the crop transition smoothly from the drapers to the auger. They can be adjusted to suit various harvest
conditions.
5.9.1 Replacing Fiberglass Rods
The fiberglass rods may become frayed over time, necessitating their replacement.
WARNING
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop the engine and remove the key from
the ignition before leaving the operator’s seat for any reason.
1. Lower the hold-down, and lower the header to the ground.
2. Shut down the engine, and remove the key from the ignition.
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Figure 5.175: Hold-Down Assembly
3. Loosen flange nuts (B) securing the hold-down bar to the
hold-down arms on outer rod (A). Loosen nut (C) next to
the rod.
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Figure 5.176: Hold-Down Rod and Plastic Sleeve
4. Slide the rod out from the hold-down assembly, and replace
it with a new rod. Ensure that new rod (A) extends 10 mm
(3/8 in.) (distance indicated by [B]) beyond plastic
sleeve (C).
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