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5.3.7 Nut Shield
If accelerators are not used, nut shields will be required to protect the cutterblade nuts.
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Figure 5.27: Inspecting Nut Shield
Nut shields (A) are mounted on each outboard disc.
Nut shields are replaceable and should be inspected
periodically for damage and loose or missing fasteners.
Inspecting Nut Shield
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. Raise the header fully.
2. Stop the engine and remove the key.
3. Engage header safety props. Refer to 3.3 Engaging and Disengaging Header Safety Props, page 28.
4. Open the cutterbar doors. Refer to 3.5 Cutterbar Doors, page 33.
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Figure 5.28: Inspecting Nut Shield
5. Inspect nut shields (A) and replace if severely damaged
or worn.
6. Check for loose or missing fasteners and tighten or
replace fastener if missing. If replacement is required,
refer to Replacing Nut Shield, page 149.
7. Close the cutterbar doors. Refer to 3.5 Cutterbar Doors,
page 33.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
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