MacDon R2 Series - Settings; Conditioner Roll Gap; Forming Shields

10 R2 Series Clinic Handout
Settings
1. Loosen jam nut (A) on both sides of the conditioner. Turn lower
bolt (B) counterclockwise until the upper roll rests on the lower roll.
Ensure the rolls inter-mesh.
2. Turn lower nut (B) two and a half turns counterclockwise to raise
the upper roll and achieve a 6 mm (1/4 in) roll gap.
3. Hold nut (B) and tighten jam nut (A) on both sides of the conditioner.
4. If further adjustment to roll gap is required:
Turn lower nut (B) clockwise to increase roll gap.
Turn lower nut (B) counterclockwise to decrease roll gap.
Set forming shield side deflectors (A) to the desired width by repositioning
adjuster handle (B). To ensure windrow placement is centered, adjust both
side deflectors to the same position.
Conditioner Roll Gap
Forming Shields
Important:
Make sure the roll gap adjustment nuts are adjusted equally on both sides of the disc header to achieve a consistent gap
across the rolls.