MacDon Swath Compressor Owner's manual

Swath Compressor

for M1 Series Windrowers

Setup, Operation, and Parts Manual

215210 Revision A

Original Instruction

The harvesting specialists.

Swath Compressor for M1 Series Windrowers

1021731

Published January 2020.

The information in this publication is based on the information available and in effect at the time of printing. MacDon

Industries, Ltd. makes no representation or warranty of any kind, whether expressed or implied, with respect to the

information in this publication. MacDon Industries, Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Introduction

The MacDon Swath Compressor is a large, formed polyethylene sheet designed to mount to the underside of a MacDon

M1 Series Windrower. The MacDon Swath Compressor is designed for use with D1X and D1XL Draper Headers cutting

canola.

The swath compressor shapes the windrow and anchors it into the stubble behind the header to help prevent shelling in

ripe conditions and wind damage. Excessive compression by a swath compressor or roller can increase losses from crop

shelling, and may increase drying time; inadequate compression can leave a windrow prone to wind damage.

The swath compressor height can be adjusted and monitored with the cab display. Height can be adjusted for crop

ripeness, yield, and the amount of compression required. The swath compressor will automatically lift up if an Operator

stops and reverses the windrower.

NOTE:

A preferred height can be saved under a One-Touch-Return preset.

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 only.

Conventions

• M1 Series Windrowers are Dual Direction®, meaning the windrower can be driven in cab-forward or engine-forward

modes. When referencing specific locations on the machine, this manual always assumes a cab-forward direction when

using the terms right and left.

• Unless otherwise noted, use the standard torque values provided in Chapter 6 Reference, page 65 of this document.

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).

Call your MacDon Dealer if you need assistance, information, or additional copies of this manual.

This instruction is currently available in English only.

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Summary of Changes

At MacDon, we’re continuously making improvements; occasionally these improvements affect product documentation.

The following list provides an account of major changes from the previous version of this document.

Section

Summary of Change

Internal Use

Only

3.3.6 Locking and Unlocking the Swath

Compressor, page 43

Updated topic title. Tech Pubs

2.1 Removing Swath Compressor from

Shipping Crate, page 15

Updated procedure steps and illustrations per SME

request.

Engineering,

Product Audit

5.2 Swath Compressor Hydraulics and

Supports, page 58

Updated parts list replacing washer MD #18798 with

washer MD #184701.

ECN 57945

5.3 Decals, page 62

Updated illustration and parts list to include decal

MD #302204.

ECN 57716

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Serial Number

Record the swath compressor serial number in the space below.

Serial Number: ________________________

1026971

A

Serial Number Plate Location

The serial number plate (A) is located on the left side of the

swath compressor frame.

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Introduction ................................................................................................................................................i

Summary of Changes....................................................................................................................................ii

Serial Number ............................................................................................................................................ iii

Chapter 1: Safety ........................................................................................................................................ 1

1.1 Safety Alert Symbols ............................................................................................................................... 1

1.2 Signal Words ......................................................................................................................................... 2

1.3 General Safety ....................................................................................................................................... 3

1.4 Maintenance Safety ................................................................................................................................ 5

1.5 Hydraulic Safety ..................................................................................................................................... 6

1.6 Welding Precaution ................................................................................................................................ 7

1.7 Safety Signs ......................................................................................................................................... 12

1.7.1 Installing Safety Decals.................................................................................................................. 12

1.8 Safety Sign Decals................................................................................................................................. 13

Chapter 2: Installation Instructions ......................................................................................................... 15

2.1 Removing Swath Compressor from Shipping Crate ..................................................................................... 15

2.2 Installing Swath Compressor. .................................................................................................................. 18

2.2.1 Installing Frame ........................................................................................................................... 18

2.2.2 Installing Electrical Harness............................................................................................................ 23

2.2.3 Connecting Hydraulics .................................................................................................................. 24

2.2.4 Installing Shield Assembly.............................................................................................................. 26

Chapter 3: Operation................................................................................................................................ 31

3.1 Activating the Swath Compressor ............................................................................................................ 31

3.2 Calibrating Position Sensor..................................................................................................................... 34

3.2.1 Calibrating Sensors with Header Attached ........................................................................................ 34

3.3 Using the Swath Compressor .................................................................................................................. 38

3.3.1 Controlling the Swath Compressor .................................................................................................. 38

3.3.2 Setting up the Swath Compressor ................................................................................................... 40

3.3.3 Programming One-Touch-Return .................................................................................................... 41

3.3.4 Adjusting Compression ................................................................................................................. 42

3.3.5 Adjusting Side Deflectors............................................................................................................... 42

3.3.6 Locking and Unlocking the Swath Compressor................................................................................... 43

Chapter 4: Maintenance.............................................................................................................. ............. 45

4.1 Removing Swath Compressor Shield ........................................................................................................ 45

4.2 Electrical System .................................................................................................................................. 47

4.2.1 Rotary Sensor – MD #128994 ......................................................................................................... 47

4.2.2 Swath Compressor Harness – MD #209256....................................................................................... 48

Harness Connections ................................................................................................................... 49

4.2.3 Electrical Schematic...................................................................................................................... 50

4.3 Hydraulic Schematic.............................................................................................................................. 51

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Chapter 5: Illustrated Parts Lists ................................................................................................. ............. 55

5.1 Swath Compressor Frame ...................................................................................................................... 56

5.2 Swath Compressor Hydraulics and Supports .. ... ......................................................................................... 58

5.3 Decals ................................................................................................................................................ 62

Chapter 6: Reference ............................................................................................................ .................... 65

6.1 Torque Specifications ............................................................................................................................ 65

6.1.1 Metric Bolt Specifications .............................................................................................................. 65

6.1.2 Metric Bolt Specifications Bolting into Cast Aluminum ........................................................................ 67

6.1.3 O-Ring Boss Hydraulic Fittings – Adjustable ...................................................................................... 68

6.1.4 O-Ring Boss Hydraulic Fittings – Non-Adjustable................................................................................ 70

6.1.5 O-Ring Face Seal Hydraulic Fittings.................................................................................................. 71

6.1.6 Tapered Pipe Thread Fittings.......................................................................................................... 72

6.2 Conversion Chart.................................................................................................................................. 73

Index.................................................................. ............................................................................... ......... 75

Predelivery Checklist ................................................................................................................................ 79

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Chapter 1: Safety

1.1 Safety Alert Symbols

1000915

Figure 1.1: Safety Symbol

This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages in

this manual and on safety signs on the machine.

This symbol means:

• ATTENTION!

• BECOME ALERT!

• YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Carefully read and follow the safety message accompanying this

symbol.

Why is safety important to you?

• Accidents disable and kill

• Accidents cost

• Accidents can be avoided

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1.2 Signal Words

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

IMPORTANT and NOTE, identify non-safety related information. Signal words are selected using the following guidelines:

DANGER

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. It may also be

used to alert against unsafe practices.

CAUTION

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may be used

to alert against unsafe practices.

IMPORTANT:

Indicates a situation that, if not avoided, could result in a malfunction or damage to the machine.

NOTE:

Provides additional information or advice.

SAFETY

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1.3 General Safety

1000004

Figure 1.2: Safety Equipment

CAUTION

The following general farm safety precautions should be part of

your operating procedure for all types of machinery.

Protect yourself when assembling, operating, and servicing

machinery, wear all protective clothing and personal safety

devices that could be necessary for the job at hand. Do NOT

take chances. You may need the following:

• Hard hat

• Protective footwear with slip-resistant soles

• Protective glasses or goggles

• Heavy gloves

• Wet weather gear

• Respirator or filter mask

1000005

Figure 1.3: Safety Equipment

• Be aware that exposure to loud noises can cause hearing

impairment or loss. Wear suitable hearing protection devices

such as earmuffs or earplugs to help protect against loud

noises.

1010391

Figure 1.4: Safety Equipment

• Provide a first aid kit in case of emergencies.

• Keep a properly maintained fire extinguisher on the machine.

Be familiar with its proper use.

• Keep young children away from machinery at all times.

• Be aware that accidents often happen when the Operator is

tired or in a hurry. Take time to consider safest way. NEVER

ignore warning signs of fatigue.

SAFETY

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1000007

Figure 1.5: Safety around Equipment

• Wear close-fitting clothing and cover long hair. NEVER wear

dangling items such as scarves or bracelets.

• Keep all shields in place. NEVER alter or remove safety

equipment. Make sure driveline guards can rotate

independently of shaft and can telescope freely.

• Use only service and repair parts made or approved by

equipment manufacturer. Substituted parts may not meet

strength, design, or safety requirements.

1000008

Figure 1.6: Safety around Equipment

• Keep hands, feet, clothing, and hair away from moving parts.

NEVER attempt to clear obstructions or objects from a

machine while the engine is running.

• Do NOT modify the machine. Unauthorized modifications

may impair machine function and/or safety. It may also

shorten the machine’s life.

• To avoid 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.

1000009

Figure 1.7: Safety around Equipment

• Keep service area clean and dry. Wet and/or oily floors are

slippery. Wet spots can be dangerous when working with

electrical equipment. Be sure all electrical outlets and tools

are properly grounded.

• Keep work area well lit.

• Keep machinery clean. Straw and chaff on a hot engine are

fire hazards. Do NOT allow oil or grease to accumulate on

service platforms, ladders, or controls. Clean machines before

storage.

• NEVER use gasoline, naphtha, or any volatile material for

cleaning purposes. These materials may be toxic and/or

flammable.

• When storing machinery, cover sharp or extending

components to prevent injury from accidental contact.

SAFETY

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1.4 Maintenance Safety

1000009

Figure 1.8: Safety around Equipment

To ensure your safety while maintaining machine:

• Review the operator’s manual and all safety items before

operation and/or maintenance of the machine.

• Place all controls in Neutral, stop the engine, set the park

brake, remove the ignition key, and wait for all moving parts

to stop before servicing, adjusting, and/or repairing.

• Follow good shop practices:

– Keep service areas clean and dry

– Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded

– Keep work area well lit

1008958

Figure 1.9: Equipment NOT Safe for Children

• Relieve pressure from hydraulic circuits before servicing

and/or disconnecting the machine.

• Make sure all components are tight and that steel lines,

hoses, and couplings are in good condition before applying

pressure to hydraulic systems.

• Keep hands, feet, clothing, and hair away from all moving

and/or rotating parts.

• Clear the area of bystanders, especially children, when

carrying out any maintenance, repairs, or adjustments.

• Install transport lock or place safety stands under the frame

before working under the machine.

• If more than one person is servicing the machine at the

same time, be aware that rotating a driveline or other

mechanically-driven component by hand (for example,

accessing a lubricant fitting) will cause drive components in

other areas (belts, pulleys, and knives) to move. Stay clear of

driven components at all times.

1000004

Figure 1.10: Safety Equipment

• Wear protective gear when working on the machine.

• Wear heavy gloves when working on knife components.

SAFETY

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1.5 Hydraulic Safety

1001205

Figure 1.11: Testing for Hydraulic Leaks

• Always place all hydraulic controls in Neutral before leaving

the operator’s seat.

• Make sure that all components in the hydraulic system are

kept clean and in good condition.

• Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened, or crimped hoses

and steel lines.

• Do NOT attempt any makeshift repairs to hydraulic lines,

fittings, or hoses by using tapes, clamps, cements, or welding.

The hydraulic system operates under extremely high-

pressure. Makeshift repairs will fail suddenly and create

hazardous and unsafe conditions.

1001207

Figure 1.12: Hydraulic Pressure Hazard

• Wear proper hand and eye protection when searching for

high-pressure hydraulic leaks. Use a piece of cardboard as a

backstop instead of hands to isolate and identify a leak.

• If injured by a concentrated high-pressure stream of

hydraulic fluid, seek medical attention immediately. Serious

infection or toxic reaction can develop from hydraulic fluid

piercing the skin.

1000013

Figure 1.13: Safety around Equipment

• Make sure all components are tight and steel lines, hoses,

and couplings are in good condition before applying pressure

to a hydraulic system.

SAFETY

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1.6 Welding Precaution

Welding should never be attempted on the attachment while it is connected to a windrower.

WARNING

Severe damage to sensitive, expensive electronics can result from welding on the attachment while it is connected to

the windrower. It is impossible to know what effect high current could have with regard to future malfunctions or

shorter lifespan. It is very important that welding to the attachment frame is not attempted while connected to the

windrower.

If an Operator needs to weld to the attachment frame, it should be removed from the windrower.

If the attachment can not be removed from the windrower, refer to the following for welding precautions detailing

electrical components that must be disconnected before welding.

The following items need to be disconnected:

10176211017621

A

Figure 1.14: Negative Terminals

• Negative battery terminals (A) (two connections)

IMPORTANT:

Always disconnect the battery terminals first, and reconnect

them last.

1017622

A

Figure 1.15: Master Controller

• Master controller (A)

Four connectors: P231, P232, P233, and P234

Location: Behind cab, near header lift/fan manifold

To disconnect the connectors, press the two outer tabs, and

pull the connector away from master controller.

IMPORTANT:

When reconnecting these connectors, double-check that the

connectors are fully seated into the master controller, and

that the two locking tabs on each end of all four connectors

have popped outward. If the tabs are not popped outward,

the connector is not fully seated.

IMPORTANT:

Do NOT power up or operate the windrower until these

connectors are locked into place.

SAFETY

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1017623

A

Figure 1.16: Firewall Extension Module

• Firewall extension module (A)

Two connectors: P235 and P236

Location: Behind cab, near header lift/fan manifold

To disconnect, use a small 3–6 mm (1/8–1/4 in.) blade

screwdriver to insert into the connector’s locking tab. Gently

pry upward (no more than 6 mm [1/4 in.]) to unlock the

connector tab, and then pull the connector away from the

module.

1017624

A

Figure 1.17: Chassis Extension Module

• Chassis extension module (A)

Two connectors: P247 and P248

Location: Under cab, inside left frame rail

To disconnect, use a small 3–6 mm (1/8–1/4 in.) blade

screwdriver to insert into the connector’s locking tab. Gently

pry upward (no more than 6 mm [1/4 in.]) to unlock the

connector tab, and then pull the connector away from the

module.

1019753

A

B

C

Figure 1.18: Engine Control Module

• Engine Control Module (ECM)

Two connectors for Cummins: P100 (A) and J1 Cummins

Proprietary ECM Connector (B)

Location: On engine

To disconnect, pull the rubber boot off the cover, unlock the

latch, and undo the main over-center latch. Remove strain

relief bolts (C) so the connectors can be pulled away from

the ECM.

IMPORTANT:

Be sure to disconnect both connectors. Note connector

locations.

IMPORTANT:

Be sure to reconnect connectors in the proper locations. Do

NOT cross connect.

SAFETY

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1017626

A

Figure 1.19: Cab Connectors

NOTE:

To disconnect the remaining circular Deutsch connectors, rotate

the outer collar counterclockwise.

• Cab connectors (A)

Two round connectors: C1 and C2

Location: Under cab

1017627

A

Figure 1.20: Roof Connectors

• Roof connectors (A)

Four connectors: C10, C12, C13, and C14

Location: Under cab at base of left cab post

1017628

A

Figure 1.21: Chassis Relay Module

• Chassis relay module (A)

Three connectors: P240, P241, and P242

Location: Outside left frame rail near batteries

SAFETY

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1017657

A

Figure 1.22: Engine Harness

• Engine harness (A)

Two round connectors: C30 and C31

Location: Inside left frame rail, at rear of windrower

1017630

A

Figure 1.23: A/C Box Connectors

• Air conditioning (A/C) box connectors (A)

Two connectors: C15 and C16

Location: Rear of A/C box

1017631

A

Figure 1.24: Wheel Motor Connectors

• Wheel motor connectors (A)

Two round connectors: C25 and C26

Location: Under center of frame, just behind front

cross member

IMPORTANT:

To connect circular Deutsch connectors without bending the

pins, align the plug with the receptacle before attempting to

connect.

SAFETY

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IMPORTANT:

To connect circular Deutsch connectors without bending the pins, align the plug with the receptacle before attempting to

connect.

To align the connectors:

1. Observe the channel cuts and mating channel protrusions on the inner part of the circular walls of the connectors.

2. Face the mating connectors towards each other, and rotate connectors so that channels are aligned.

3. Press connectors together while turning the outer connector clockwise until collar locks.

SAFETY

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1.7 Safety Signs

1000694

Figure 1.25: Operator’s Manual Decal

• Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times.

• Replace safety signs that are missing or illegible.

• If the original part on which a safety sign was installed is

replaced, be sure the repair part displays the current

safety sign.

• Replacement safety signs are available from your MacDon

Dealer Parts Department.

1.7.1 Installing Safety Decals

1. Clean and dry the installation area.

2. Decide exactly where you are going to place the decal.

3. Remove the smaller portion of the split backing paper.

4. Place the decal in position and slowly peel back the remaining paper, smoothing the decal as it is applied.

5. Prick small air pockets with a pin and smooth out.

SAFETY

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