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The harvesting specialists.
R113 and R116
Pull-Type Rotary Disc Mower
Conditioners
Header and Hitch Update Kit (MD #281046)
Installation Instructions
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Original Instruction
Header and Hitc
h
Published in February 2016
Introduction
The Header and Hitch Upgrade K it is intended to upgrade the header and hitch on 2015 model year R113 and
R116 Pull-Type Rotary Disc Mower Conditioners to match those used on 2016 model year machines.
This document explains how to install the kit. A list of parts included in the kit is provided. Refer to 2 Parts List, page
5.
Installation Time
Thekitshouldtakeapproximatelythreehourstoinstall.
Conventions
The following conven tions are followed in t his docume nt :
• Right and left are determined from the operator ’s position, facing the direction of travel.
• Unless otherwise noted, standard torque values provided in the mower conditioner operator’s manual and
technical manual apply.
NOTE:
This docu
ment is currently availa ble in English only.
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List of Revisions
At MacDon, we’
re continuously making improvements, and occasionally these improvements affect product
documentatio
n. The following list provides an account of major changes from the previous version of this document.
Summary of Ch
ange
Location
Revised instruction title. Front cover
Revised estimate d installation time. Introduction, page i
Deleted ser
ial number column.
2PartsList
, page 5
Revised procedure title.
Inserted hazard statement.
Added figure titles.
3.1 Insta lling Header and Hitch Update Parts, page 7
Removed Recommended Torques.
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TABLE OF CONTENT
S
Introduction...................................................................................................................................... i
List of Revisions............................................................................................................................... ii
1 Safety.................................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Signal Words................................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 General Safety ................................................................................................................................2
2 Parts List............................................................................................................................................... 5
3 Installation Instructions ........................................................................................................................ 7
3.1 Installing H e ade r and Hitch Update Parts .......................................................................................... 7
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1Safety
1.1 Signal Words
Three signal words, DANGER, WARNING,andCAUTION, are used to alert you to hazardous situations. The
appropriate signal word for each situation has been selected using the following guidelines:
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicatesapo
tentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. It
mayalsobeuse
d 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.
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SAFETY
1.2 General Safety
CAUTION
The following are general farm safety precautions
that should be part of your operating procedure for
all types of machinery.
Protect yourself.
• When assembling, operating, and servicing m achinery,
wear all the protective clothing and personal safety
devices that could be necessary for the job at hand.
Don’t take chances. You may need the following:
• Hard hat
• Protective footwear with slip resistant soles
• Protective glasses or gog gles
• Heavy glove s
• Wet weather gear
• Respirator or filter mask
Figure 1.1
: Safety Equipment
• Be aware that exposure to loud noises can cause
hearing impairment or loss. Wear suitable hearing
protection devices such as ear muffs or ear plugs to
help protect against objectionable or loud noises.
Figure 1.2: Safety Equipment
•Provideafirst aid kit for use in case of emergencies.
•Keepafire extinguisher on the machine. Be sure the
fire extinguisher is properly maintained. Be familiar with
its proper use.
• Keep young children away from the machinery at
all times.
• Be aware that accidents often happen when the
Operator is tired or in a hurry. Take the time to
consider the safest way. Never ignore the warning
signs of fatigue.
Figure 1.3: Safety Equipment
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•Wearclose-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 the shaft and can telescope freely.
• Use only service and repair parts made or approved by
the equipment manufacturer. Substituted parts may not
meet strength, design, or safety requirements.
Figure 1.4: 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.
•DoNOT modify the machine. Non-authorized
modifications may impair m achine function and/or
safety. It may also shorten the machine’s life.
• To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup
of mac hine, always sh ut down the engine and remov e
the key from ignition before leaving operator ’s seat for
any reason.
Figure 1.5: Safety around Equipment
• Keep the service area clean and dry. Wet or oily floors
areslippery. Wet spotscan be dangerous when working
with electric al equipment. Be s ure all electrical outlets
and tools are properly grounded.
• Keep work area well lit.
• Keep machinery clean. Straw and chaff on a hot
engine is a fire ha zard. 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.
Figure 1.6: Safety around Equipment
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2PartsList
The following parts are included in this kit.
Figure 2.1: Update Parts
Ref
Part
Number Descri
ption
Quanti
ty
1 184303 CLAMP – COVER PLATE 3
2 247750 CLAMP – ASSY 3
3 2323
95
CLAM
P – ASSY
2
4 21763 FASTENER – CABLE TIE BLA CK 2
5 247822 SUPPORT – WELDMENT 1
624
7823
BR
ACKET
1
7 281049 PLATE 1
8 281
050
PL
ATE – CLAMP
1
9 246513 SHOE – WELDMENT 2
10 281062 LOOM – SPLIT, .75 IN. I.D ., BLACK 1
11 281014 GUARD – WELDMENT 1
A 184708 WASHER – F LAT M 8-200HV-A2L 3
B 252421 BOLT – HEX HD M8X1.25X80-8.8-A2L 2
C 135337 NUT – HEX FLG CTR LOC M8X1.25-8-A2L 3
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3 Installation Instructions
3.1 Installing H eader and Hitch Update Parts
To install the header update parts, follow these steps:
CAUTION
To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected startup of machine, always stop engine and remove key
from ignition before leaving operator ’s seat for any reason.
1. Lower the header.
2. Shut down tractor and remove key from ignition.
3. Locate the front of the hitch, where the hoses exit
the frame.
NOTE:
Hoses are not shown for clarity.
4. Remove bolts (A) that secure the hose clamp
assemblies (B) to the h itch.
Figure 3.1: Hose Clamp Assembly
5. Locate the electrical harness (A) that connects to the
tractor.
6. Disconnect harness (A).
Figure 3.2: Electrical Connection
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7. Follow the harness until you find the harness branch
(A). At this locatio n start installing the new split loom
(B) over the e xisting loom. Continue installing the new
loom along the existing loom.
8. Use electrical tape and secure end of the new split
loom to the harness branch. Place tape around the
loom every 10 in. (250 mm ).
Figure 3.3: Loom Installation
9. Install hose clamps (A). The number of sets of hose
clamps required will depend on header configuration
and o ptions insta lled.
10. Install clamp cover (C).
11. Secure with bolt (B) and nut (D).
Figure 3.4: Hose Clamp Installation
12. Install support bracket (A). Secure w ith hardware (B).
Figure 3.5: Support Bracket Installation
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13. Install hose support (A). Install bolt and nut (B) to
secure it to the support bracket.
NOTE:
Route hoses through hose support before mounting
the support.
Figure 3.6: Hose Support Installation
14. Locate the hose support (A) on the hitch. It is close to
the hitch pin.
15. Remove the four cable ties that secure the hoses to
the support.
Figure 3.7: Hose Support Installation
16. Using one of the existing inner holes, install the bolt
(A), hose clamp (B), and clamp cover (C). Secure it
with nut (D).
Figure 3.8: Hose Clamp Installation
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17. Locate the header drive gearbox (A).
18. Un-clip the cone (B) from the header drive gearbox.
19.Slidecone(B)alongthedrivelinetomoveitoutof
the way.
Figure 3.9: Header Drive Upper Gearbox
20. Checkthetapered pin engagement. The end of the pin
must be re ce ssed approxima tely 0-0.08 in. (0-2 mm)
(C). If not reseat pin (A) and torque nut (B) to 110 ft·lbf
(149 N·m).
21. Install the cone onto gearbox. Use the latches to
secure it to the gearbox.
Figure 3.10: Header Drive U pper Gearbox
22. Install the driveline guard (A) to the lower set of holes
on the upper half of the drive gearbox. Secure guard
with bolt (B) and washer (C). Use Loctite
®
271onthe
bolts and torque bolts to 150 ft·lbf (203 N·m).
Figure 3.11: Driveline Guard Installation
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23. Locate the yoke shield (A) attaching to the driveline.
24. Remove the three screws (B) that secure the yoke
shield (A) to the support shield.
Figure 3.12: Driveline Shield
25. Close to the middle of the driveline (B), you will find
three screws (A) that securethedrivelineshieldto
the alignment spacer. Remove the screws and slide
driveline shield (B) approximately 6 in. (152 mm)
towards the header.
NOTE:
Mark a line (C) along the tube before sliding the
driveline shield . This will help in aligning the screw
holes upon reassembly.
Figure 3.13: Sliding Driveline Shield
26. Remove four bolts (A).
Figure 3.14: Driveline
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27. Install clamp (A). Install four bolts (B) to secure clamp
tothe gearbox housing. UseLoctite
®
242. Torquebolts
to 60 in·lbf ( 6.8 N·m).
Figure 3.15: Driveline
28. Slide the yo ke s hie ld (A) into plac e o n the swivel
gearbox on the hitch.
29. Align the marking (C) on the driveline shield. Install the
three screws (A).
30. Install the three screws (D) into the yoke sh i eld.
Figure 3.16: Driveline
31. Locate the skid shoes on the back of the header.
NOTE:
On 16-foot headers, the inner skid shoes are the
ones being replaced.
Figure 3.17: Skid Shoe Location
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32. Removenuts (B, C, D). Remove bolts and remove skid
shoe (A).
33. Install new skid shoe (A). Install bolts and secure with
nuts (B, C, D).
Figure 3.18: Skid Shoe Removal
34. Locate the left-hand s hield (A).
Figure 3.19: LH Shield
35. Remove lynch pin (A) and tool (B) from pin (C).
Figure 3.20: Tool to Unlock Drivesh ield
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36. Insert flat end of tool (A) into latch (B) and turn it
counterclockwise to unlock.
Figure 3.21: Tool to Unlock Driveshield
and Latch
37. Pulltopofdriveshield(A)away from mower conditioner
and lift off the pins at the base of the shield to remove.
Figure 3.22: Driveshield
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