MacDon D1X Series Operator's Manual

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Brand:	MacDon
Category:	Farm Equipment
Model:	D1X Series (Operator's Manual)
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D1X and D1XL Series

Draper Headers for M1 Series Windrowers Operator’s Manual 215651 Revision B Original Instruction The Harvesting Specialists.

D1XL Series Draper Header for M1 Series Windrowers

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Declaration of Conformity

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This instructional manual contains information on D1X and D1XL Series Draper Headers. Teamed with a MacDon M1 Series

Windrower, D1X and D1XL Series Draper Headers will cut and lay crop into fluffy, uniform windrows. The D1X and D1XL Series Draper Headers are designed as straight-cut headers, and are equipped to work well in all straight-cut conditions whether cutting on or above the ground. Use this manual as your first source of information about the machine. If you follow the instructions provided, your header will work well for many years. If you require more detailed service information, contact your MacDon Dealer. When setting up the machine or making adjustments, review and follow the recommended machine settings in all relevant MacDon publications. Failure to do so may compromise machine function and machine life and may result in a hazardous situation. MacDon provides warranty for Customers who operate and maintain their equipment as described in this manual. A copy of the MacDon Industries Limited Warranty Policy, which explains this warranty, should have been provided to you by your Dealer. Damage resulting from any of the following conditions will void the warranty: • Accident • Misuse • Abuse • Improper maintenance or neglect • Abnormal or extraordinary use of the machine • Failure to use the machine, equipment, component, or part in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions This manual is currently available in English, French, German, Latvian, and Lithuanian. Conventions The following conventions are used in this document: • Right and left are determined from the operator’s position. The front of the header faces the crop. • Unless otherwise noted, use the standard torque values provided in this manual. Carefully read the information provided in this manual before attempting to maintain, service, or use the machine. The Table of Contents and Index will guide you to specific areas within this manual. Examine the Table of Contents and familiarize yourself with the organization of the information. NOTE: Keep your MacDon publications up-to-date. The most current version can be downloaded from our website (www.macdon.com) or from our Dealer-only site (https://portal.macdon.com) (login required). 215651 iii Revision B

Figure 1: Left Endshield Manual Storage Location

Keep this manual handy for frequent reference or to pass on to new Operators or Owners. A manual storage case (A) is located inside the left endshield. Call your MacDon Dealer if you need assistance, information, or additional copies of this manual. 215651 iv Revision B

MacDon D1X Series Operator's Manual

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D1X and D1XL Series

D1XL Series Draper Header for M1 Series Windrowers

Declaration of Conformity

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This instructional manual contains information on D1X and D1XL Series Draper Headers. Teamed with a MacDon M1 Series

Figure 1: Left Endshield Manual Storage Location

Summary of Changes

Model and Serial Number

Declaration of Conformity..............................................................................................................................i

3.6.3 Reel Settings ............................................................................................................................... 56

3.15.1 Transporting Header on Windrower .............................................................................................. 87

5.5.8 Knife Hold-Downs ...................................................................................................................... 141

Replacing Reel Endshields .......................................................................................................... 220

6.3.3 Secondary Stabilizer Wheel.......................................................................................................... 250

Understanding and consistently following these safety procedures will help to ensure the safety of those operating the

Three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION, are used to alert you to hazardous situations. Two signal words,

Protect yourself when assembling, operating, and servicing machinery.

Figure 1.5: Safety around Equipment

Protect yourself when maintaining machinery.

Protect yourself when assembling, operating, and servicing hydraulic components.

To prevent damage to sensitive electronics, welding should never be attempted on the header while it is connected to a

Safety signs are decals placed on the machine where there is a risk of personal injury, or where the Operator should take

Safety Decal Locations

Figure 1.17: Slow Speed Transport Tow-Bar (Optional)

Figure 1.19: Endsheets, Reel Arms, and Backsheet

Figure 1.20: Backtube – D115X Draper Header

Figure 1.21: Backtube – D120X Draper Header

Figure 1.22: Backtube – D125X Draper Header

Figure 1.23: Backtube – D135XL Draper Header (D130XL Draper Header Similar)

Figure 1.24: Backtube – D140XL Draper Header (D145XL Draper Header Similar)

Understanding Safety Signs

Figure 1.27: MD #131392

Figure 1.30: MD #174436

Figure 1.33: MD #174684

Figure 1.35: MD #184422

Figure 1.38: MD #220798

Figure 1.41: MD #304865

The product overview provides the dimensions, details, and performance criteria for the various sizes and configurations.

North American header

Operating and maintaining the header requires understanding the names of its parts and their locations.

Here is a list of all the specifications for D1X and D1XL windrower-configured headers.

Header Specifications (continued)

Table 2.2 Header Attachments

Here is a list of dimensions for D1X and D1XL windrower-configured headers.

Safely operating your machine requires familiarizing yourself with its capabilities.

Follow all the safety and operational instructions given in this manual.

Reel Safety Props

Figure 3.4: Reel Safety Prop – Center Arm

Figure 3.6: Reel Safety Prop – Center Arm

Figure 3.8: Left Endshield

Figure 3.11: Left Endshield

Figure 3.13: Left Endshield on D1X Series

Adjusting the endshield

Daily Start-Up Check

A brand-new machine must be operated gently when it is run for the first time.

Shutting down the Windrower

The header is controlled from the windrower cab.

Perform the following procedures before operating the machine for optimal performance.

Table 3.2 Recommended D1X/D1XL Header Settings for Canola, Stubble Height 102–203 mm (4–8 in.)

Table 3.3 Recommended D1X/D1XL Header Settings for Canola, Stubble Height >203 mm (>8 in.)

Table 3.4 Recommended D1X/D1XL Header Settings for Cereals, Stubble Height <102 mm (<4 in.)

Table 3.5 Recommended D1X/D1XL Header Settings for Cereals, Stubble Height 102–203 mm (4–8 in.)

Table 3.6 Recommended D1X/D1XL Header Settings for Cereals, Stubble Height >203 mm (>8 in.)

Table 3.7 Recommended D1X/D1XL Header Settings for Edible Beans, Ground Level Stubble Height (0 mm [0 in.])

Table 3.8 Recommended D1X/D1XL Header Settings for Flax, Stubble Height 51–153 mm (2–6 in.)

Table 3.9 Recommended D1X/D1XL Header Settings for Grass, Ground Level Stubble Height (0 mm [0 in.])

Table 3.10 Recommended D1X/D1XL Header Settings for Alfalfa, Ground Level Stubble Height (0 mm [0 in.])

The reel cam setting and reel position can be adjusted to produce different reel finger patterns.

Recommended Reel Settings (continued)

Header Operating Variables

Raise the header so that the stabilizer wheels are off the ground.

Figure 3.21: Load Indicator

Figure 3.23: Stabilizer Wheel

The header float system floats the header over the surface to compensate for ridges, trenches, and other variations in

Figure 3.27: Outer Skid Shoe

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