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3.13
Operating Rotary Disc Header
Operating the rotary disc header properly, results in less crop lost and increased productivity during harvest. This includes
making proper adjustments while operating the machine to suit various crops and harvest conditions. Regular maintenance
and operating the machine safely and properly increases the machine
’
s length of service.
The variables listed in Table
and detailed on the following pages will affect the performance of your rotary
disc header. You will quickly become adept at adjusting your machine to produce the desired results. Although most of the
adjustments have been set at the factory, settings can be changed to suit your crop conditions.
Table 3.2 Rotary Disc Header Performance Variables
Variable
Refer to
Float
Cutterbar angle
3.13.4 Cutterbar Angle, page 48
Cutting height
3.13.3 Cutting Height, page 46
Ground speed
Conditioning: roll type
3.14 Roll Conditioner, page 55
3.13.1
Raising and Lowering Rotary Disc Header
The rotary disc header can be raised or lowered to clear obstacles, for maintenance, or for storage and transport.
Header Raise / Lower
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Auxiliary Lift System
The auxiliary lift system uses position sensors, an electronically controlled valve, and hydraulic cylinders to automatically
adjust the header position when the Operator adjusts header raise/lower position with the 3-point hitch.
DANGER
To prevent bodily injury or death from the unexpected start-up or fall of a raised machine, stop the engine, remove the
key from the ignition, and engage the lift cylinder lock-out valves before going under the machine.
DANGER
Ensure that all bystanders have cleared the area.
