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Page 1: 12071 702 preface - Crarymanuals.crary.com/manuals/airreel/12071_r0902.pdf · 12071 9/02 Revision (See ECO Info) LIMITED WARRANTY This warranty applies to Bear Cat, Crary, Load-N-Lift,

GLEANER/MASSEY FERGUSONOWNER'S MANUAL

Manual PN 12071Rev. 0902Companion to 12088

GLEANER300, 500, 800

MASSEY FERGUSON9850

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DisclaimerThis document is based on information available at the time of its publication. While efforts have been made to be accurate, theinformation contained herein does not purport to cover all details or variations, nor to provide for every possible contingency inconnection with installation, operation, or maintenance. Features may be described herein which are not present in all systems.Crary Company assumes no obligation of notice to holders of this document with respect to changes subsequently made.

The Crary Company assumes no responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, sufficiency, or usefulness of the informationcontained herein.

SPECIFICATIONS AND DESIGN ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

The Crary Company is continually making improvements and developing new equipment. In doing so, we reserve the right to makechanges or add improvements to our product without obligation for equipment previously sold.

Because modification to this machine may affect the performance, function, and safety of its operation, no modifications are to bemade without the written permission of the Crary Company. Part replacements should be with original equipment supplied by theCrary Company.

THE CRARY COMPANY STATEMENT OF PRODUCT SAFETY

“As a manufacturer of specialized agricultural equipment, the Crary Company fully recognizes its responsibility of providingits customers products that perform their expected use in a reasonably safe manner. Safety considerations shall be anintegral and high priority part of all engineering/design analysis and judgments involving Crary products. It is our statedpolicy that our products will be manufactured to comply with the safety standards specified by the American Society ofAgricultural Engineers, the National Electrical Code, The Society of Automotive Engineers, and/or any other applicablerecognized standards at the time manufactured. However, this statement should not be construed to mean that our productwill safeguard against a customer’s own carelessness or neglect in violating common safety practices specified in eachproduct’s manual, nor will we be liable for any such act.”

Copyright© 2002, Crary Company. All rights reserved. Produced and printed in the USA.

PrefaceThis manual is intended for use with the “Air Reels” for Gleaner and MF Headers.

Revision HistoryIssue Date Reasons for Change

12071 7/99 Revision (See ECO Info)12071 9/02 Revision (See ECO Info)

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LIMITED WARRANTY

This warranty applies to Bear Cat, Crary, Load-N-Lift, Lockwood and Weed Roller brand products manufactured by Crary Company, a division of TerraMarc Industries, henceforth called Crary Company.

Crary Company warrants to the original owner each new Crary Company product to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and service. The warranty shall extend 1 year from date of delivery for income producing (commercial) applications and 2 years from date of delivery for non-income producing (consumer) use of the product. The product is warranted to the original owner as evidenced by a completed warranty registration on file at Crary Company. Replacement parts are warranted for (90) days from date of installation.

THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION MUST BE COMPLETED AND RETURNED TO CRARY COMPANY WITHIN 10 DAYS OF DELIVERY OF THE PRODUCT TO THE ORIGINAL OWNER OR THE WARRANTY WILL BE VOID.

In the event of a failure, return the product, at your cost, along with proof of purchase to the selling Crary Company dealer. Crary Company will, at its option, repair or replace any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. Warranty on any repairs will not extend beyond the product warranty. Repair or attempted repair by anyone other than a Crary Company dealer as well as subsequent failure or damage that may occur as a result of that work will not be paid under this warranty. Crary Company does not warrant replacement components not manufactured or sold by Crary Company.

This warranty applies only to parts or components that are defective in material or workmanship.

This warranty does not cover normal wear items including but not limited to bearings, belts, pulleys, filters and chipper knives.

This warranty does not cover normal maintenance, service or adjustments.

This warranty does not cover depreciation or damage due to misuse, negligence, accident or improper maintenance.

This warranty does not cover damage due to improper setup, installation or adjustment.

This warranty does not cover damage due to unauthorized modifications of the product.

Engines are warranted by the respective engine manufacturer and are not covered by this warranty.

Crary Company is not liable for any property damage, personal injury or death resulting from the unauthorized modification or alteration of a Crary product or from the owner’s failure to assemble, install, maintain or operate the product in accordance with the provisions of the Owner’s manual.

Crary Company is not liable for indirect, incidental or consequential damages or injuries including but not limited to loss of crops, loss of profits, rental of substitute equipment or other commercial loss.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights that may vary from area to area.

Crary Company makes no warranties, representations or promises, expressed or implied as to the performance of its products other than those set forth in this warranty. Neither the dealer nor any other person has any authority to make any representations, warranties or promises on behalf of Crary Company or to modify the terms or limitations of this warranty in any way. Crary Company, at its discretion, may periodically offer limited, written enhancements to this warranty.

CRARY COMPANY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE DESIGN AND/OR SPECIFICATIONS OF ITS PRODUCTS AT ANY TIME WITHOUT OBLIGATION TO PREVIOUS PURCHASERS OF ITS PRODUCTS.

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Crary Com p any Mon . - Fr i. Fo r Par t s an d Service: Fo r Service: [email protected] m

237 12t h St . NW 8 A.M. t o 5:00 P.M. 1-800-247-7335 For Par t s: [email protected] m

P.O. Bo x 849 Cen t ral Tim e Fax: 1-701-282-9522 Visit us on t h e Web @

West Fargo , ND 58078-0849 w w w .crary.co m

Please Send us your Warranty Card

Please take time to fill in the information requested on the card. When you send in the completedcard to us, we register your Air Reel and start coverage under our limited warranty.

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SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGEContents

1.0 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................. 2

2.0 SAFETY .................................................................................................................................... 32.1 GENERAL SAFETY .................................................................................................................... 42.2 OPERATING SAFETY ................................................................................................................. 52.3 MAINTENANCE SAFETY ............................................................................................................ 52.4 HYDRAULIC SAFETY ................................................................................................................. 62.5 PTO (POWER TAKE-OFF) SAFETY ........................................................................................... 62.6 TRANSPORT SAFETY ................................................................................................................ 72.7 STORAGE SAFETY .................................................................................................................... 72.8 ASSEMBLY SAFETY .................................................................................................................. 72.9 SAFETY DECALS ....................................................................................................................... 72.10 SIGN-OFF FORM ........................................................................................................................ 8

3.0 SAFETY DECALS .................................................................................................................................... 9

4.0 ASSEMBLY .................................................................................................................................. 104.1 UNCRATING .............................................................................................................................. 104.2 ECCENTRIC MOUNT INSTALLATION ........................................................................................ 114.3 IDLER GEAR INSTALLATION (BACK SIDE OF MANIFOLD) ...................................................... 124.4 REEL BAT ARM INSTALLATION ................................................................................................ 124.5 IDLER GEAR INSTALLATION (FRONT SIDE OF MANIFOLD) .................................................... 134.6 AIR TUBE INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 134.7 REEL BAT INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 154.8 HYDRAULIC MOTOR INSTALLATION ........................................................................................ 164.9 ECCENTRIC ARM INSTALLATION ............................................................................................. 174.10 HEADER PREPARATION .......................................................................................................... 174.11 GEARBOX MOUNTING ............................................................................................................. 184.12 INSTALLING THE RH DRIVE (15FT HEADERS) ........................................................................ 194.13 INSTALLING THE RH DRIVE (16-24 FT HEADERS) .................................................................. 204.14 INSTALLING THE RH DRIVE (25 - 30 FT HEADERS) ............................................................... 214.15 REEL SUPPORT INSTALLATION (300 HEADERS) .................................................................... 224.16 REEL SUPPORT INSTALLATION (500, 800 MANUAL) .............................................................. 244.17 REEL SUPPORT INSTALLATION (500, 800 ELECTRIC) ............................................................ 264.18 REEL TO HEADER INSTALLATION ........................................................................................... 274.19 MANIFOLD TILT INSTALLATION ................................................................................................ 284.20 AIR HOSE INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 294.21 ELECTRICAL WIRING INSTALLATION ....................................................................................... 30

5.0 OPERATION .................................................................................................................................. 315.1 TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER ................................................................................... 315.2 MACHINE COMPONENTS ........................................................................................................ 325.3 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST ................................................................................................. 335.4 MACHINE BREAK-IN ................................................................................................................ 33

5.4.1 PRE-START INSPECTION ......................................................................................... 335.4.2 AFTER OPERATING FOR 2 HOURS ......................................................................... 335.4.3 AFTER OPERATING FOR 10 HOURS: ...................................................................... 33

5.5 CONTROLS ............................................................................................................................... 345.6 INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS ............................................................................................................ 36

5.6.1 INITIAL REEL ADJUSTMENT..................................................................................... 365.6.2 TINE PITCH ADJUSTMENT ....................................................................................... 375.6.3 SLIP CLUTCH “RUN IN” ............................................................................................. 385.6.4 ADJUSTING THE TORQUE LIMITER ......................................................................... 39

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5.7 OPERATING HINTS ................................................................................................................... 405.8 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ........................................................................................................... 41

5.8.1 AUXILIARY REEL TINE KIT ....................................................................................... 415.8.2 GEARBOX / FAN EXTENSION .................................................................................. 42

5.9 REEL SUPPORT INSTALLATIONTRANSPORTING .................................................................... 445.10 STORAGE ................................................................................................................................. 44

6.0 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................ 466.1 SERVICE .................................................................................................................................. 46

6.1.1 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ....................................................................................... 466.1.2 GREASING ............................................................................................................... 46

6.2 SERVICE RECORD................................................................................................................... 476.3 MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................................................... 48

6.3.1 CHECKING GEAR BOX OIL LEVEL .......................................................................... 486.3.2 PTO LUBRICATION ................................................................................................... 486.3.3 TENSION OF IDLER GEARS .................................................................................... 496.3.4 PLASTIC ECCENTRIC ROLLERS.............................................................................. 496.3.5 FAN HOUSING AND AIR HOSE ................................................................................ 506.3.6 CHANGING GEAR LUBE .......................................................................................... 516.3.7 RUN-IN OF FRICTION DISC TORQUE LIMITER (SLIP CLUTCH) (DRIVELINE) .......... 516.3.8 FAN MAINTENANCE................................................................................................. 52

7.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING ............................................................................................................................. 53

8.0 SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................................. 548.1 REEL SPECS. .......................................................................................................................... 548.2 FAN PERFORMANCE DATA ..................................................................................................... 548.3 HYDRAULIC MOTOR DATA ....................................................................................................... 558.4 BOLT TORQUE.......................................................................................................................... 568.5 HYDRAULIC FITTING TORQUE ................................................................................................. 57

SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE

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BOX 6: AIR MANIFOLD ASSY & BATSMANIFOLD, F.A.R.REEL BAT ASSEMBLIES (6)

BOX 3: FAR BOX OF PARTS 6 BATMOTOR,HYD.GEARFOAM SEALS - AIR TUBEPIVOT STRAP BUSHINGSSHAFT COUPLERAIR TUBE WELDMENTSIDLER GEAR ASSEMBLIESREEL BAT ARM ASSEMBLIES

BOX 1: FAN KIT (PART # 22667)GEARBOX/FAN ASSY 8.829:1ELECTRIC ACTUATOR MINI W/PLUGSWITCH/MOUNT PLATE ASSYFLEX HOSE CHAIN ASSYELBOW, RUBBER 8” X 90°T-BOLT CLAMPSELBOW, RUBBER-8" X 45°FLEX HOSE / BAND ASSY.TUBE CAPMISC. HARDWARE

BOX 2: REEL ARM MOUNT KIT (PART # 23900)FAR OWNER’S MANUALFAR PARTS MANUALCARD, AG WARRANTY/REGISTRATIONHARNESS,ACTUATOR SWITCH ADAPTERELECTRIC ACTUATORHOSE CONNECTOR WELDMENTS

BOX 4: GEARBOX MOUNT/DRIVE (PART # 22677, OR 22678)BUSHINGS, SD 1-3/8" (2)ADAPTERS, - 10 MORING / -10MJIC (2)MOUNT PLATE SUPPORTGEAR BOX MOUNT PLATES (2)SHIELD WELDMENTS (2)MISC. HARDWARE

INSPECTION AFTER DELIVERY

Inspect your shipping cartons for damage. If you suspect any damage, contact the carrier (trucking company) right away.Unpack the shipping cartons and compare the contents with the parts listing on the packing slips. If any parts are missingor damaged, contact your local authorized dealer or call the factory for assistance. NOTE: Depending on header variations,you may or may not receive all crates and or boxes listed below.

ADJUST BRKT. WELDMENTS (2)HALF CLAMPS (2)REEL SUPT. PAD-RH & LHASSEMBLY, PIVOT CLAMPREEL SUPPORT ASSY LH & RHMISC. HARDWARET-BOLT CLAMPS

ECCENTRIC ARM ASSY’S (2)DOUBLE AIR TUBE ASSEMBLIES (2)BRACE CLAMP ASSEMBLIES (2)WRENCH, ADJUSTMENTRH & LH ECCEN. MT. ASSEMBLIESMISC. HARDWARE

BOX 5: BOX 2 OF 3DRIVELINE / C-FLANGEASSY.

BOX 5: BOX 3 OF 3GEARBOX DRIVE SHAFTDRIVE SHAFT SHIELD

BOX 5: RH DRIVE SHAFT KITBOX 5: BOX 1 OF 3SLIP CLUTCH SHIELDSHIELD MOUNT PLATE ASSY.DRIVE SHAFT SHIELD-JACKSHAFTBEARING INSERTSCLUTCH SHAFT WELDMENT - HEXSLIP CLUTCH SHIELD WELDMENTSHIELD MOUNT BRACKETS (2)CHAIN COUPLERDRIVE SPROCKETSDRIVELINE SUPPORT BRACKETMISC. HARDWARE

BOX 1 OF 3 BOX 2 OF 3 BOX 3 OF 3

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SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONAlways give your dealer the serial number of your Crary Air Reel when ordering parts, requesting service or any otherinformation.

The serial number decal is located on the front, left hand end of the Air Reel manifold. Please record the serial number inthe space provided below (using sticker on manifold) and on the warranty and registration card (using other sticker).

REPLACEMENT PARTSOnly genuine Crary Co. replacement parts should be used to repair the machine. Crary Co. replacement parts are availablefrom your Crary Co. Dealer. To obtain prompt, efficient service, remember to give the dealer the correct part description andserial number of the machine.

Please be sure to provide the following information:

1. The SERIAL NUMBER of your Air Reel.

2. The PART NUMBER of the part.

3. The PART DESCRIPTION.

4. The QUANTITY needed.

Serial Number ________________________

WARNINGPlace all controls in neutral or off, lower header to theground, stop combine engine, set parking brake, chockwheels, remove ignition key, wait for all moving parts tostop, before obtaining serial number, servicing, adjust-ing, repairing or unplugging.

Fig #3, Location of stickers

Also two serial number stickers are included with each AirReel. The decals are located on the packaged Air Reelmanifold. One sticker is to be placed on the warrantyregistration card and mailed back to Crary Company. Thesecond sticker is to be placed above for future reference.

Fig. #2 Serial number decal

YXXXXX

Fig. #1 Serial number decal location

(place sticker here)

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your choice of a new Crary Air Reel to complement your farming operation. This equipment has beendesigned and manufactured to meet the needs of a discerning agricultural industry for the efficient harvesting of crops.

Safe, efficient, and trouble free operation of your Air Reel requires that you and anyone else who will be operating ormaintaining the machine, read and understand the Safety, Operation, Maintenance, and Trouble Shooting informationcontained within the Operator’s Manual. Check each item referred to and acquaint yourself with the adjustments requiredto obtain efficient operation.

This manual covers all Models of the Air Reel manufactured by Crary Company for Gleaner series 300, 500, & 800 and MF9850 headers. Differences are covered and explained where appropriate. Use the table of contents as a guide to locaterequired information.

Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners. Call your Crary dealer ordistributor if you need assistance, information, or additional copies of the manuals.

Many people have worked on the design, production, and delivery of this machine. They have built into it the highest qualityof materials and workmanship. The information in this manual is based on the knowledge, study, and experience of thesepeople through years of manufacturing specialized farming machinery.

The performance of the machine depends on proper maintenance and adjustment. Even if you are an experienced operatorof this or similar equipment, we ask you to read the operator’s manual before running the machine. Keep the manual handyfor future reference. It has been carefully prepared, organized, and illustrated to assist you in finding the information youneed. Your Crary dealer will be happy to answer any further questions you may have about the machine.

OPERATOR ORIENTATION - All references to left, right, front and rear of the machine, as mentioned throughout themanual, are determined by standing behind the machine and facing towards the direction of forward travel.

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This Safety Alert Symbol meansATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

The Safety Alert symbol identifies importantsafety messages on the Crary Air Reel and inthe manual. When you see this symbol, bealert to the possibility of personal injury ordeath. Follow the instructions in the safetymessage.

DANGER - Indicates an imminently hazardoussituation that, if not avoided, will re-sult in death or serious injury. Thissignal word is to be limited to the mostextreme situations, typically for ma-chine components that, for functionalpurposes, cannot be guarded.

WARNING - Indicates a potentially hazardous situ-ation that, if not avoided, could resultin death or serious injury, and includeshazards that are exposed whenguards are removed. It may also beused to alert against unsafe practices.

CAUTION - Indicates a potentially hazardous situ-ation that, if not avoided, may result inminor or moderate injury. It may alsobe used to alert against unsafe prac-tices.

IMPORTANT- Instructions that must be followed toensure proper installation/operation ofequipment.

NOTE - General statements to assist thereader

2.0 SAFETYSAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

Why is SAFETY important to you?

Accidents Disable and Kill3 Big Reasons Accidents Cost

Accidents Can Be Avoided

SIGNAL WORDS:

Note the use of the signal words DANGER, WARN-ING, CAUTION, IMPORTANT and NOTE with thesafety messages. The appropriate signal word foreach message has been selected using the follow-ing guidelines:

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2.0 SAFETY

YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and mainte-nance of your Crary Air Reel. YOU must ensure that youand anyone else who is going to operate, maintain or workaround the Crary Air Reel are familiar with the operating andmaintenance procedures and related SAFETY informationcontained in this manual. This manual will alert you to allgood safety practices that should be adhered to while operat-ing the Crary Air Reel.

Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety prac-tices not only protect you but also the people around you.Make these practices a working part of your safety pro-gram. Be certain that EVERYONE operating this equip-ment is familiar with the recommended operating and main-tenance procedures and follows all the safety precautions.Most accidents can be prevented. Do not risk injury ordeath by ignoring good safety practices.

• Crary Air Reel owners must give operating instructionsto operators or employees before allowing them to op-erate the machine, and at least annually thereafter perOSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)regulation 1928.57.

• The most important safety device on this equipment isa SAFE operator. It is the operator’s responsibility toread and understand ALL Safety and Operating instruc-tions in the manual and to follow them. All accidentscan be avoided.

• A person who has not read and understood all operat-ing and safety instructions is not qualified to operatethe machine. An untrained operator exposes himselfand bystanders to possible serious injury or death.

• Do not modify the equipment in anyway. Unauthorizedmodification may impair the function and/or safety andcould affect the life of the equipment.

• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!

2.1 GENERAL SAFETY

1. Read and understand theOperator’s Manual and allsafety signs before operat-ing, maintaining, adjustingor servicing the Crary AirReel.

2. Only trained persons shalloperate the Crary Air Reel. An untrained operator isnot qualified to operate the machine.

3. Have a first-aid kit available for use should the needarise and know how to use it.

4. Provide a fire extinguisher for usein case of an accident. Store in ahighly visible place.

5. Do not allow children, spectators or by-standers within hazard area of ma-chine.

6. Wear appropriate protective gear. Thislist Includes but is not limited to:

- A hard hat- Protective shoes

with slip resistant soles- Protective goggles- Heavy gloves- Hearing protection- Respirator or filter

mask

7. Wear suitable ear protection for prolonged exposureto excessive noise.

8. Place all controls in neutralor off, lower header to theground, stop combine en-gine, set parking brake,chock wheels, remove igni-tion key, wait for all movingparts to stop, before servic-ing, adjusting, repairing orunplugging.

9. Review safety related items annually with all person-nel who will be operating or maintaining the Crary AirReel.

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2.3 MAINTENANCE SAFETY

1. Follow ALL the operating, maintenance, and safety in-formation in the manual.

2. Support the machine with blocks or safety stands whenworking around it.

3. Follow good shop practices:

•Keep service areaclean and dry.•Be sure electricaloutlets and tools areproperly grounded.•Use adequate lightfor the job at hand.

4. Use only tools, jacks and hoists of sufficient capacityfor the job.

5. Place all controls in neutral or off, lower header to theground, stop combine engine, set parking brake, chockwheels, remove ignition key, wait for all moving parts tostop, before servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplug-ging.

6. Before resuming work, install and secure all guards whenmaintenance work is completed.

7. Relieve pressure from hydraulic circuit before servicingor disconnecting from combine.

8. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from all mov-ing and/or rotating parts.

9. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children,when carrying out any maintenance and repairs or mak-ing any adjustments.

10. Keep safety decals clean. Replace any decal that isdamaged or not clearly visible.

11. First-class maintenance is a prerequisite for the safestoperation of your machine. Maintenance, including lu-brications, should be performed with the machinestopped and locked out.

2.2 OPERATING SAFETY

1. Read and understand the Owner / Operator’s Manualand all safety decals before servicing, adjusting or re-pairing.

2. Install and secure all guards and shields before start-ing or operating.

3. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from all mov-ing and/or rotating parts.

4. Place all controls in neutral or off, lower header to theground, stop combine engine, set parking brake, chockwheels, remove ignition key, wait for all moving parts tostop, before servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplug-ging.

5. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children,before starting.

6. Keep all hydraulic lines, fittings, and couplers tight andfree of leaks before and during use.

7. Clean reflectors and lights before transporting.

8. Review safety related items annually with all personnelwho will be operating or maintaining the Crary Air Reel.

9. Shut the combine off when connecting the machinehydraulics.

10. Do not exceed fan speed of 5300 RPM. Check the fanspeed by multiplying the drive shaft speed (RPM) bythe gear ratio of the gearbox.

11. Do not run the fan without back pressure. Close thebutterfly valve on the fan if the flex hose is disconnected.

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2.4 HYDRAULIC SAFETY

1. Always place all combine hydraulic controls in neu-tral before disconnecting from combine or working onhydraulic system.

2. Make sure that all components in the hydraulic sys-tem are kept in good condition and are clean.

3. Relieve pressure before working on the hydraulic sys-tem.

4. Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened or crimpedhoses.

5. Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the hydraulicfittings or hoses by using tape, clamps or cements.The hydraulic system operates under extremely high-pressure. Such repairs will fail suddenly and create ahazardous and unsafe condition.

6. Wear proper hand and eye pro-tection when searching for ahigh-pressure hydraulic leak.Use a piece of wood or card-board as a backstop instead ofhands to isolate and identify aleak.

7. If injured by a concentratedhigh-pressure stream of hydrau-lic fluid, seek medical attentionimmediately. Serious infectionor toxic reaction can developfrom hydraulic fluid piercing theskin surface.

8. Before applying pressure to the system, make sureall components are tight and that lines, hoses, andcouplings are not damaged.

• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!

2.5 PTO (POWER TAKE-OFF)SAFETY

1. Keep bystanders, especially children, away from driveshafts.

2. Be extremely careful when working around PTOshafts, drivelines, or other rotating shafts.

3. Do not remove or modify protective shields or guards.

4. Do not step across a PTO or driveline or use it as astep.

5. Keep guards and shields in place at all times whileoperating.

6. Replace all damaged or missing parts or shields withthe correct original manufacturer’s parts.

7. Grease, clean, and maintain PTO components ac-cording to original manufacturer’s specifications andinformation in this manual.

8. Clothing worn by operator must be fairly tight. Neverwear loose-fitting jackets, shirts, or pants when work-ing around the drive shafts. Tie long hair back or putunder a cap.

9. Keep hydraulic hoses, electric cords, chains, andother items from contacting the drive shafts.

10. Do not clean, lubricate, or adjust the drive shafts whenthe reel is engaged and the combine is running.

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2.6 TRANSPORT SAFETY

1. Make sure you are in compliance with all local regu-lations regarding transporting equipment on publicroads and highways.

2. It is the responsibility of the owner to know the light-ing and marking requirements of the local highwayauthorities and to install and maintain the equipmentto provide compliance with the regulations. Add ex-tra lights when transporting at night or during periodsof limited visibility.

3. See the Owner Operator’s Manual that came with yourcombine and header for proper transportation.

2.7 STORAGE SAFETY

1. Store the unit in an area away from human activity.

2. Do not permit children to play on or around the storedmachine.

3. See the Owner Operator’s Manual that came with yourcombine and header for proper storage.

2.8 ASSEMBLY SAFETY

1. Assemble in an area with sufficient space to handlethe largest component and access to all sides of themachine

2. Use only lifts, cranes and tools with sufficient capac-ity for the load.

3. When necessary, have someone assist you.

4. Do not allow spectators in the working area.

5. Be sure to read the maintenance safety section.

2.9 SAFETY DECALS

1. Keep safety decals clean and legible at all times.

2. Replace safety decals that are missing or have becomeillegible.

3. Replaced parts that displayed a safety decal shouldalso display the current decal.

4. Decals that need to be replaced, are to be placed backin the original location. (See section 3.0 SAFETY DE-CALS, for correct placement of safety decals).

5. Safety decals are available from your authorized dealeror the factory.

How to Install Safety Decals:

• Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry.

• Be sure temperature is above 50°F (10°C).

• Decide on the exact position before you remove thebacking paper.

• Remove the smallest portion of the split backing paper.

• Align the decal over the specified area and carefullypress the small portion with the exposed sticky back-ing in place.

• Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefullysmooth the remaining portion of the decal in place.

• Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin andsmoothed out using the piece of decal backing paper.

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2.10 SIGN-OFF FORM

The Crary Company follows the general Safety Standards specified by the American Society of Agricultural Engineers(ASAE) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Anyone who will be operating and/or maintainingthe equipment must read and clearly understand ALL Safety, Operating and Maintenance information presented in thismanual.

Do not operate or allow anyone else to operate this equipment until such information has been reviewed. Annually reviewthis information before the season start-up.

Make these periodic reviews of SAFETY and OPERATION a standard practice for all of your equipment. We feel that anuntrained operator is unqualified to operate this machine.

A sign-off sheet is provided for your record keeping to show that all personnel who will be working with the equipment haveread and understand the information in the Operator’s Manual and have been instructed in the operation of the equipment.

SIGN - OFF FORM

DATE EMPLOYEES SIGNATURE EMPLOYERS SIGNATURE

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KEEP HANDSAWAY WHILE UNIT

IS OPERATING

WARNING

3.0 SAFETY DECALS

The types of safety decals and locations on the equipment are shown in the picture below. Good safety requires that youfamiliarize yourself with the various safety decals, the type of warning, and the particular function related to the areas thatrequire your SAFETY AWARENESS.

• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!

REMEMBER - If safety decals have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced without safety decals, newdecals must be applied. New safety decals are available from the manufacturer or an authorized dealer.

Part # 11001

Part # 11002

A B

Fig. # 4 Decal locations

1. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING.2. KEEP ALL SAFETY SHIELDS AND DEVICES IN PLACE.3. MAKE CERTAIN EVERYONE IS CLEAR OF EQUIPMENT BEFORE OPERATING.4. KEEP HANDS, FEET AND CLOTHING AWAY FROM MOVING PARTS.5. SHUT OFF POWER TO ADJUST, SERVICE OR CLEAN.6. FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THESE, AND OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS, MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.

CRARY CO.-FARGO, ND

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4.0 ASSEMBLY

Read all instructions to become familiar with the parts andprocedure used before starting the actual work.You may refer to the Crary Air Reel parts catalog for addi-tional aid in assembling the Air Reel.

4.1 UNCRATING

1. Locate the manifold and bats crate.

2. Cut the metal bands and remove the 2’ X 4’s and saddletops. (See fig. # 5)

3. Remove the bat assemblies from the crate and place tothe side.

ASSEMBLY SAFETY

1. Assemble in an area with sufficient space tohandle the largest component and access to allsides of the machine

2. Use only lifts, cranes and tools with sufficientcapacity for the load.

3. When necessary, have someone assist you.

4. Do not allow spectators in the working area.

5. Be sure to read the maintenance safety section

Fig. # 5 Manifold and bats crate

4. Remove the lag screws from the mounting clamps (asshown in Fig # 6) from all locations.

5. Using an overhead hoist and a nylon strap, sling or chain,connect to the center of the manifold (See Fig. # 7).

6. Remove from crate, and set down on two steel saw-horses (or equivalent) two to four inches from the endsof the manifold.

A. The sawhorses must be capable of supporting 500pounds each.

B. The sawhorses must be at least 3 feet high.

Fig. # 6 Manifold and bats crate

Fig. # 7 Lift center of manifold

IMPORTANT

The sawhorses must be blocked, to keep the manifoldfrom rolling.

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4.2 ECCENTRIC MOUNT INSTALLA-TION

1. Open Box # 3 and sort bolts according to their size andlength.

2. Rotate the manifold on the stands so that the drive shaftis at the 12:00 position.

3. Assemble the R.H. & L.H. Eccentric Mount Plates (withthe nylon rollers facing to the center of the manifold) tothe R.H. & L.H. End Clamps using six (Qty. 6) 3/8” X 1”carriage bolts, twelve (Qty. 12) 3/8” SAE flat washersand six (Qty. 6) 3/8” center locknuts. Do not tightenyet. (See Fig. # 8 & 9).

4. Align the 5th tooth on the R.H. & L.H. eccentric mount-ing plate assemblies with the indicator mark on the R.H.& L.H. end clamps.

5. Tighten the six (Qty. 6) 3/8” center locknuts to theirspecified torque.

NOTEThe default pitch angle is with the 5th tooth on the eccen-tric mounting plate assembly aligned with the indicatormark on the R.H. & L.H. End Clamps.

NOTE

The back side of the manifold is opposite that of the largeReel Decal.

NOTE

Do not tighten the nuts for the nylon rollers yet. (SeeFig. # 10)

Fig. # 8 R.H. Eccentric mounting plate assy.

R.H. ECCENTRICMT. PLATE

DO NOTTIGHTEN YET

Fig. # 10 Do not tighten nuts yet

Fig. # 9 L.H. Eccentric mounting plate assy.

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4.3 IDLER GEAR INSTALLATION(BACK SIDE OF MANIFOLD)

1. Assemble one (Qty. 1) idler gear assembly each to theR.H. & L.H. end clamps, and to all idler mount clamps(back side of manifold only) using one (Qty. 1) 3/8” X 2”bolt, three (Qty. 3) 3/8” flat washers and one (Qty. 1) 3/8” center locknut per each idler gear assembly. (SeeFig. # 11 & 12).

2. Tighten the 3/8” center locknuts to their proper torque.

4.4 REEL BAT ARM INSTALLATION

1. Slide the reel bat arm assemblies over the manifoldassembly. Position each assembly onto the pinion gearsand the idler gears of the manifold assembly. (See Fig.#13)

2. Align the reel bat arm assemblies, so that all of thearms are in-line with one another.

Fig. # 12 Idler gear assembly to idler clamp assembly

IMPORTANTThe outside face of the arms of the reel bat arm assem-blies must face away from the pillowblock.

Fig. # 11 Idler gear assembly to R.H end clamp assembly

Fig. # 13 Reel bat arm assembly to manifold

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4.5 IDLER GEAR INSTALLATION(FRONT SIDE OF MANIFOLD)

1. Assemble one (Qty. 1) idler gear assembly each to theR.H. & L.H. end clamps, and to all idler mount clamps(front side of manifold only) using one (Qty. 1) 3/8” X 2”bolt, three (Qty. 3) 3/8” flat washers and one (Qty. 1) 3/8” center locknut per each idler gear assembly. (SeeFig. # 14).

2. Use a small pry bar between the outside wall of themanifold tubing and the idler gears with approx. 5 lbs. offorce. (See Fig. # 15)

3. Tighten the 3/8” center locknuts to their specified torque.

Fig. # 15 Tightening locknuts of idler gears

4. Check the alignment of the reel bat arm assembly withthe pinion and idler gears by looking from the front andrear of the manifold.

5. Rotate the reel arm assemblies to ensure they turn freely.

4.6 AIR TUBE INSTALLATION

1. Roll the manifold over so that the air tube holes in thebottom of the manifold are at the 12:00 position.

2. Apply the self adhesive foam seals.

A. Remove and discard the slot and two hole cutoutsfrom the self adhesive foam seal.

B. Remove the self adhesive foam seal from the back-ing.

Fig. # 16 Apply self adhesive foam seals

Fig. # 14 Idler gear assembly to R.H end & idler clamp assembly

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4.6 AIR TUBE INSTALLATION(CONTD.)

3. Assemble the single air tubes to the manifold.

A. Locate three (Qty. 3) 11/32 X 7/8 self tapping screwsper each air tube.

B. Place an air tube on the manifold, aligning the threesmall holes of the air tube with the manifold.

C. Drive three (Qty. 3) 11/32 X 7/8 self tapping screwsthrough the air tube into the holes of the manifold.(See Fig. #17).

D. Follow steps A thru. C for the remaining air tubes.

Fig. # 17 Fasten screws

4. Assemble the double air tubes to the manifold.

A. Follow step # 3, A thru. C for installation of the doubleair tubes.

FOAM SEAL(1 PER TUBE)

DOUBLE AIR TUBE ASSEMBLY(1 PER EACH END

OF MANIFOLD)

SELF TAPPINGSCREWS (3 PER

AIR TUBE)

AIR TUBEWELDMENT

BACK OFMANIFOLD

NOTE:OPENINGS OF AIR TUBES FACE TOWARDSREAR OF AIR REEL

Fig. # 18 Installation of air tubes

NOTEYou may want to use an impact wrench for this opera-tion.

NOTEThe double air tube assemblies are only installed on theends of the manifold. (One per end) (See Fig. # 18)

IMPORTANTMake sure that the opening of the single and double airtubes face towards rear of Air Reel. (See Fig. # 18).

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L.H. PIVOTSTRAP

REEL BATASSEMBLY (QTY. 6)

REEL BAT ASSEMBLY(ASSEMBLED INTO POSITION)

5/16 X 2"BOLT

PLASTICBEARING CAP

5/16" CENTERLOCKNUT

1/4" FLATWASHER

BEARINGBASE

R.H. PIVOTSTRAP

Fig. # 20 Install reel bats

4.7 REEL BAT INSTALLATION

1. Bolt a plastic bearing base into the end of each of thereel arms, as already illustrated in Fig. #19. There aresix per reel arm assembly. Use the supplied 1/16 x 1-1/2” bolts and locknuts.

2. Assemble the reel bat assemblies to the reel arms.

A. Determine the correct orientation of the reel bat. Note:The R.H. and L.H. pivot strap points to the rear of theAir Reel. (See Fig. # 20).

B. Cradle the splice shafts of the reel arms with the sup-plied plastic bearing caps, 5/16 x 2” bolts, flat wash-ers, and locknuts. Torque the bolts to 100 inch pounds.

Note: do not exceed the recommended torqueof 100 In. lbs.

3. Repeat for all six reel bat assemblies.

Fig. # 19 Remove plastic bearing caps

5/16" CENTERLOCKNUT

5/16 X 2"BOLT

1/4" FLATWASHER

PLASTICBEARING CAP

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4.8 HYDRAULIC MOTOR INSTALLA-TION

1. Determine the drive side of the manifold (On Gleanerheaders the motor is mounted on the right side of theheader, as shown).

2. Slide the shaft coupler onto the hex manifold drive shaft.

3. Insert the 5/16” bolts through the shaft coupler and in-stall locknuts -- do not tighten yet.

Fig. # 21 Hydraulic motor installation

4. Install the hydraulic motor.

A. Line up the key on the shaft of the hydraulic motorwith the key way of the shaft coupler.

NOTEThe brace clamp assemblies will be used during reel toheader assembly.

NOTEIt may be necessary to rotate the reel to line up the key ofthe hydraulic motor with the keyway of the shaft coupler.

B. Align the mounting holes of the hydraulic motor withthe mounting holes of the motor mount clamp.

C. Fasten with the supplied (Qty. 2) 1/2” X 1-1/2” bolts,two (Qty. 2) 1/2” flat washers and two (Qty. 2) 1/2”center locknuts.

D. Torque the center locknuts to their proper torque.

5. Slide the brace clamp assemblies onto each end of themanifold and leave loose at this time.

6. Place the tube cap over the end of the manifold tubeopposite of the hydraulic motor and secure with the t-bolt clamp.

7. Tighten shaft coupler (2) 5/16” bolts to proper torque.

BOLT,

1/2" X 1-1/2"

WASHER, 1/2"

FLAT

HYDRAULIC MOTOR

MOUNT

BRACE CLAMP

HYDRAULIC

MOTOR

NUT, 1/2"

CENTERLOCK

NUT, 5/16"

NYLOCK

BOLT,

5/16" X 1-1/4"

HEX SHAFT

COUPLER

45° ADAPTER

KEY

KEYWAY

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4.9 ECCENTRIC ARM INSTALLATION

1. Slide an eccentric arm assembly over each end of themanifold, making sure that the end shield faces towardsthe outside.

2. Position the pivot straps of the reel bat assemblies, sothat they point at the 10:00 position when looking fromthe right side of the reel. Use the 2:00 position whenlooking from the left side.

3. Press a pivot strap bushing into each plastic bearing onthe reel arms of the eccentric arm assembly.

4. Bolt the eccentric arm assembly to the reel bat assem-blies by inserting a bolt through the end shield and thepivot strap and tighten to proper torque.

5. Adjust each plastic roller against the eccentric ring andtighten to proper torque.

ECCENTRIC ARM ASSEMBLY

1/2" CENTERLOCKNUT

PIVOTSTRAP

1/2" FLATWASHER

PIVOT STRAP BUSHING(6 REQD. PER ECCEN. ASSY.)

1/2" FLATWASHER

1/2" X 2-1/2" BUTTON HEAD BOLT(6 REQD. PER ECCEN. ASSY.)

ECCENTRICRING

ENDSHIELD

BEARING OF REEL ARM

PLASTICROLLERS

Fig. # 22 Eccentric arm installation

4.10 HEADER PREPARATIONTo avoid clearance problems, make sure there is 42” of spacebetween the outside edge of the RH tire and the inside edgeof the header end. If clearance is not available contact theCrary Company for information on the fan/gearbox exten-sion. Start with reel arms positioned as shown in Fig. #23.

NOTEThe plastic rollers should turn with the reel.

Fig. # 23 Reel Arm

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MOUNT PLATE

SUPPORT

GEARBOX

MOUNT PLATE

BOLT,

1/2" X 1-1/4"NUT, 1/2"

CENTERLOCK

4.11 GEARBOX MOUNTING

The gearbox is shipped dry. Fill the gearbox with lube priorto installation. Use Mobilube HD SAE 80W-90 Gear lube orequivalent. The gearbox takes 47 oz. Fill the gearbox throughthe plastic tube located on its right rear side.

1. Locate position for mount plate support on the back ofthe header as shown in Fig. #25. Refer to the table at theright for the correct measurements.

2. With mount support plate at specified position, both holesat the top and the bottom should line up with existingholes used to hold the back sheet of the header to thetop and bottom beams. Adjust the position of the mountsupport plate slightly as required to line up with thesetwo holes.

3. Remove these four (4) bolts (2 at the top, 2 at the bot-tom). Drill out top holes for 1/2” bolts. Drill and tap bot-tom 2 holes for 1/2” bolts. Secure the mount plate sup-port to the back of the header with the supplied 1/2” hard-ware at tighten to proper torque.

4. Attach the gearbox mount plates to the gearbox mountsupport plate using (4) 1/2” x 1-1/4” bolts, washers, andnuts. The mount plates are slotted for adjustment up anddown as well as forward and rearward. Tighten bolts whilestill allowing plates to move up and down freely.

5. Attach the gearbox to the mount plates with the supplied1/2” hardware. Tighten bolts while still allowing gearboxto move fore and aft between the plates. The position ofthe gearbox may need to be adjusted to ensure properdriveshaft alignment in the next step.

Fig. # 24 Mounting support plate

Fig. # 25 Mounting support plate

Header Width Dim. "A"15' 23.50"16' 23.50"18' 29.50"20' 23.50"22' 29.50"25' 29.50"30' 29.50"

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BOLT,

1/2" X 1-1/4"

KEY, SQUARE

5/16" X 1-3/4"

WASHER, 1/2"

FLAT

BUSHING,

1-3/8"SHIELD,

WELDMENT

SHAFT

WELDMENT

BOLT,

1/2" X 3-1/2"

SET SCREW

5/16" X 5/8"

SPLINE

COUPLER

MAIN

COUPLER

NUT, 1/2"

CENTERLOCK

SHIELD,

DRIVE SHAFT

4.12 INSTALLING THE RH DRIVE (15FTHEADERS)

1. Install a taperlock bushing onto each side of the gearbox(See Fig. #26). There are two (2) sets of holes in thebushing. Make sure the bolts are inserted into the non-threaded holes on the bushings. The threaded set of holesis used to remove the bushing. Do not tighten the bolts atthis time.

2. Slide the driveshaft through the gearbox bushings. Donot install the 5/16” keys at this time, as the driveshaftwill be removed later to install the driveshaft and bushingshields. At this time, position the driveshaft so that itprotrudes beyond the right hand busing approx. 3/4”. Donot tighten the bushings yet as the driveshaft locationcannot be determined until the header is attached to thecombine feederhouse.

3. Slide the main coupler over the LH end of the driveshaftso it is flush with the end of the shaft. Secure it with theset screw. Attach the header to the combine feederhouse.Make sure to place feederlock in position on the headerlift cylinder before working on the header. You will wantthe header off the ground when aligning the driveshaft.

4. Adjust the header driveshaft so that the edge of the blockon the LH end is 3/4” from the RH end of the combinefeederhouse shaft. Adjust the position of the gearbox sothat the driveshaft is parallel to both the top and the backof the header. Move the gearbox as required to align withthe combine feederhouse shaft. Once the shafts are

aligned slide the main coupler off of the driveshaft andover the two blocks. Adjust the gearbox position as re-quired so that the main coupler slides freely over bothblocks. Tighten all bolts to the proper torque, securingthe gearbox.

5. Measure the amount of driveshaft protruding beyond RHgearbox bushing and make a note. Measure the distancebetween the RH side of the block on the driveshaft andthe bushing on the LH side of the gearbox and cut thesupplied driveshaft shield to this length. Release the feederlock and disconnect the header from the combinefeederhouse.

6. Remove the driveshaft from the gearbox. Slide the cutdriveshaft shield and one perforated bushing shield ontothe driveshaft and reinstall the driveshaft into the gearboxalong with the 5/16” keys. Position the driveshaft to pro-trude beyond the RH bushing as earlier noted. Tightentaper lock bushings. Torque the bolts to 15 ft./lbs.

7. Bolt perforated bushing shield to each side of the gear-box with the supplied 1/2” washers and 1/2”x1” bolts.Tighten to the proper torque.

8. Recheck the shaft alignment with the header is reattachedto the combine. Make any adjustments necessary. Propershaft alignment is critical as premature bearing failure orshaft breakage may occur. When coupling driveshaft tofeederhouse shaft secure main coupler with supplied 1/2” x 3-1/2” bolt and nut.

Fig. # 27

Fig. # 26

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4.13 INSTALLING THE RH DRIVE (16-24 FTHEADERS)

1. Install a taperlock bushing into each side of the gearbox.There are two (2) sets of holes in the bushing. Make surethe bolts are inserted into the non-threaded holds on thebushings. The threaded set of holes is used to removethe bushing. Do not tighten the bolts at this time.

2. Slide the driveshaft through the gearbox bushings. Installthe 5/16” keys into the shaft and bushing on each side ofthe gearbox. Position the driveshaft so that it protrudesbeyond the RH bushing approx. 1-1/2” and tightentaperlock bushings. Torque bolts to 15 ft./lbs.

3. Bolt a perforated bushing shield to the RH side of thegearbox as shown in Fig. #28 with the supplied 1/2” wash-ers, and 1/2” x 1” bolts. Tighten to proper torque.

4. Adjust the position of the gearbox so that the driveshaft isparallel to the top of the header and equal distance fromthe back of the header at each end (approx. 10-3/8”).Tighten all bolts to proper torque, securing the gearbox.

WASHER, 3/8"

FLAT

NUT, 3/8"

BOLT,

3/8" X 1"

BRACKET, DRIVELINE

SUPPORT (GLEANER)

SHAFT,

GEARBOX DRIVE

KEY,

5/16" X 1-3/4"

DRIVELINE/C

SHIELD, SLIP

CLUTCH

WASHER, 5/16"

FLAT

BOLT,

5/16" X 3/4"

BOLT,

1/2" X 1-1/4"

WASHER, 1/2"

SAE FLATPLATE, SHIELD

MOUNT

Fig. # 28

5. Bolt the shield mount plate assembly to the LH side ofthe gearbox with the supplied 1/2” washers and 1/2” x 1”bolts. Tighten to the proper torque.

6. Remove the second bolt from the RH side of the feederopening on the header that is securing the back sheet ofthe header to the header bottom beam. Line up the tophole of the driveline support bracket with the hole wherethe bolt was removed and reinsert bolt. Drill and tap for 3/8” bolt through the bottom hole of the driveline supportbracket into the header bottom beam. Secure the sup-port bracket with the supplied 3/8” hardware and tightento proper torque.

7. Install 5/16” key into keyway at LH end of driveshaft andslide clutch end of driveline/c-flange assembly onto theend of the driveshaft. Tighten the clamp on the clutch andsecure with setscrew.

8. Slide the slip clutch shield over the driveline assy. andsecure to the shield mount plate with the supplied 5/16”hardware. Tighten bolts to proper torque. Rest counterflange end of the driveline assy into the cradle of the driv-eline support bracket.

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BEARING, 1-3/8"

ROUND BORE

BEARING, MOUNT

BRACKET, MOUNT BRACKET, DRIVELINE

SUPPORT

KEY, SQUARE

5/16" X 1-3/4"

WASHER, 3/8"

FLAT

NUT, 3/8"

SERRATED FLANGE

FLANGETTE,

72MS 1-3/8"

DRIVELINE/C

FLANGE ASSEMBLY

SHAFT, GEARBOX

DRIVE

BOLT,

5/16" X 3/4"

NUT, 5/16"

FLAT

SHIELD,

SLIP CLUTCHBOLT,

3/8" X 1"

SHIELD MOUNT

PLATE ASSEMBLY

SHIELD,

DRIVESHAFT - 36"

Fig. # 30

4.14 INSTALLING THE RH DRIVE (25 - 30 FTHEADERS)

Fig. # 29, Installed bracket mount

1. Install a taper lock bushing into each side of the gearbox.There are two (2) sets of holes in the bushing. Make surethe bolts are inserted into the non-threaded holes on thebushings. The threaded set of holes is used to removethe bushing. To not tighten the bolts at this time.

2. Slide the driveshaft through the gearbox bushings. Installthe 5/16” keys into the shaft and bushing (one on eachside of the gearbox). Position the driveshaft so that itprotrudes beyond the RH busing approx. 3/4” and tightentaper lock bushings. Torque bolts to 15 ft./lbs.

3. Bolt perforated bushing shield to each side of the gear-box as shown in Fig. #30 with supplied 1/2” washers and1/2”x1” bolts. Tighten to proper torque.

4. Attach the provided bearing, flangettes, and shield mountplate assembly to the bearing mount bracket with 3/8”x1”bolts, washers, and nuts. Slide this assembly onto thedriveshaft and bolt to vertical brace on back of the headernearest to the end of the driveshaft. There should beapprox. 2-1/2” of the driveshaft protruding beyond the LHside of the bearing. Adjust the position of the gearboxand bearing mount bracket so that the driveshaft is paral-lel to the top of the header and equal distance from theback of the header at each end (approx. 10-3/8”). Tightenall bolts to the proper torque, securing the gearbox andbearing bracket.

5. Measure the distance between the bearing lock collarand the bushing on the LH side of the gearbox and cutthe supplied driveshaft shield to this length. Remove the

bearing, flangettes, and shield mount plate from the bear-ing bracket, slide cut driveshaft shield onto the driveshaftand reinstall the back onto the bearing bracket. Tightenbearing bolts to their proper torque and set the lock collaronto driveshaft.

6. Remove the second bolt from the RH side of the feederopening on the header that is securing the back sheet ofthe header to the header bottom beam. Line up the tophole in the driveline support bracket with the hole wherethe bolt was removed and reinstall the bolt. Drill and tapfor 3/8” bolt through the bottom hole of the driveline sup-port bracket into the header bottom beam. Secure thesupport bracket with the supplied 3/8” hardware andtighten to proper torque.

7. Install the 5/16” key into the keyway at the LH end of thedriveshaft and slide the clutch end of the driveline/c-flangeassembly onto the end of the driveshaft. Tighten the clampbolt on clutch and secure the key with the setscrew.

8. Slide the slip clutch shield over the driveline assemblyand secure to the shield mount plate with the supplied 5/16” hardware. Tighten bolts to the proper torque. Restcounter flange end of driveline assy. into cradle of driv-eline support bracket.

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NUT, 3/8"

CENTERLOCK

HALF CLAMP

BOLT, 3/8" X 1"

CARRIAGE

REEL SUPPORT

LEFT HAND

BOLT,

1/2" X 4"

REEL SUPPORT

PAD

PIVOT

BUSHINGBOLT,

3/8" X 3"

ADJUSTMENT

BRACKET

BOLT,

1/2" X 3"

4.15 REEL SUPPORT INSTALLATION(300 HEADERS)

WARNINGAvoid crushing injury or death from fall ofraised reel. Before working on or under araised reel, place all controls in neutral oroff, stop combine engine, set parking brake,remove ignition key, wait for all moving partsto stop and set cylinder stops on both sidesof reel before servicing, adjusting, repair-ing, or unplugging.

1. Mount the adjustment bracket onto the arm of the headeraccording to the picture.

2. Slide the reel arm support pad inside the reel support.The pad is held in place by two metal tabs on the reelsupport.

3. Slide the reel support and pad onto the header arm.

4. Insert the 3/8” X 3” bolt, bushings, and locknut into thehole at the end of the reel arm, and tighten to propertorque.

5. Thread the adjustable bracket into the nut on the reelsupport assembly.

6. Position the adjustment bracket so that the reel supportassembly can extend forward to the end of its slot. Se-cure the adjustment bracket to the reel arm with the pro-vided 1/2” hardware and tighten to proper torque.

7. Repeat procedure for the left side. Make sure to align theleft and right reel support assemblies to the same posi-tion.

Fig. # 31, Reel support installation (LH)

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HALF CLAMP

NUT, 3/8"

CENTERLOCK

BOLT, 3/8" X 1"

CARRIAGE

REEL SUPPORT

RIGHT HAND

BOLT,

3/8" X 3"

ADJUSTMENT

BRACKET

BOLT,

1/2" X 3"

REEL SUPPORT

PAD - RH

NUT, 1/2"

CENTERLOCK

BOLT,

1/2" X 4"

4.15 REEL SUPPORT INSTALLATION(300 HEADERS)

Fig. # 32 Reel support installation (RH)

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4.16 REEL SUPPORT INSTALLATION(500, 800 MANUAL)

WARNINGAvoid crushing injury or death from fall ofraised reel. Before working on or under araised reel, place all controls in neutral oroff, stop combine engine, set parking brake,remove ignition key, wait for all moving partsto stop and set cylinder stops on both sidesof reel before servicing, adjusting, repair-ing, or unplugging.

Fig. # 33 Reel Support Installation

NUT, 3/8"

CENTERLOCK

HALF CLAMP

BOLT,

3/8" X 3"

REEL SUPPORT LH

BOLT, 3/8" X 1"

CARRIAGE

ADJUSTMENT

BRACKET

BOLT,

1/2" X 3"

BOLT,

1/2" X 4"

REEL SUPPORT

PAD

1. Mount the adjustment bracket onto the arm of the headeraccording to the picture.

2. Slide the reel arm support pad inside the reel support.The pad is held in place by two metal tabs on the reelsupport.

3. Slide the reel support and pad onto the header arm.

4. Insert the 3/8” X 3” bolt, bushings, and locknut into thehole at the end of the reel arm, and tighten to propertorque.

5. Thread the adjustable bracket into the nut on the reelsupport assembly. Turn the bolt into the nut just so itprotrudes slightly on the other side.

6. Position the adjustment bracket so that the reels supportassembly can extend forward to the end of its slot. Se-cure the adjustment bracket to the reel arm with the pro-vided 1/2” hardware and tighten to proper torque.

7. Repeat procedure for the left side. Make sure to align theleft and right reel support assemblies to the same posi-tion.

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4.16 REEL SUPPORT INSTALLATION(500, 700, 800 MANUAL)

Fig. # 34 Reel Support Installation

HALF CLAMP

NUT, 3/8"

CENTERLOCK

BOLT, 3/8" X 1"

CARRIAGE

BOLT,

1/2" X 4"

NUT, 1/2"

CENTERLOCK

REEL SUPPORT

PAD - RH

BOLT,

1/2" X 3"

ADJUSTMENT

BRACKET

BOLT,

3/8" X 3"

REEL SUPPORT

RIGHT HAND

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4.17 REEL SUPPORT INSTALLATION(500, 800 ELECTRIC)

1. Slide the reel arm support pad inside the reel supportassembly. The pad is held in place by two metal tabs onthe reel support assembly.

2. Slide the reel support assembly and pad onto the headerarm.

3. Install the electric actuator, as shown, to the reel supportassembly and attach with the OEM 1/2” bolt and nut.

4. Repeat procedure for the left side. Make sure to align theleft and right reel support assemblies to the same posi-tion.

5. Insert the 3/8” X 3” bolt and locknut into hole at the end ofthe reel arm and tighten to proper torque. Repeat for theother side.

WARNINGAvoid crushing injury or death from fall ofraised reel. Before working on or under araised reel, place all controls in neutral oroff, stop combine engine, set parking brake,remove ignition key, wait for all moving partsto stop and set cylinder stops on both sidesof reel before servicing, adjusting, repair-ing, or unplugging.

Fig. # 35 Reel support installation

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4.18 REEL TO HEADER INSTALLATION

1. Set assembled reel into the half clamps on reel supportbrackets so the brace clamps are inside of the reel sup-port brackets.

2. Center the reel between the reel arms.

3. Bolt the half clamps over the manifold and secure with3/8” bolts and locknuts. Tighten hardware to propertorque.

4. Slide the brace clamps next to the half clamps (on theinside) and tighten.

WARNINGAvoid crushing injury or death from fall ofraised reel. Before working on or under araised reel, place all controls in neutral oroff, stop combine engine, set parking brake,remove ignition key, wait for all moving partsto stop and set cylinder stops on both sidesof reel before servicing, adjusting, repair-ing, or unplugging.

NOTEBolt Half-Clamps from the bottom up so the nuts are ontop.

Fig. # 37 Reel to header installation

REEL SUPPORT ASSEMBLY

3/8" X 1" CARRIAGE BOLT(4 PER END)

3/8" CENTERLOCKNUT(4 PER END)

HALF CLAMP

ASSEMBLED REEL

BRACE CLAMP

Fig. # 36 Completed reel to header installation

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WARNINGAvoid crushing injury or death from fall ofraised reel. Before working on or under araised reel, place all controls in neutral oroff, stop combine engine, set parking brake,remove ignition key, wait for all moving partsto stop and set cylinder stops on both sidesof reel before servicing, adjusting, repair-ing, or unplugging.

4.19 MANIFOLD TILT INSTALLATION

1. Slide the pivot clamp assembly over the LH end of themanifold, and position it next to the reel support bracket.Do not tighten the clamp at this time.

2. Rotate the manifold so the line of sight along the airtubes is directed just behind the cutterbar. (See initial

NOTEBe sure the reel can be rotated by hand before attach-ing the actuator.

adjustments section.)

3. Extend the actuator approx. 1/2 the length of the fullextension. (Approx. 2”).

4. Bolt the actuator to the clevis on the pivot clamp as-sembly with the supplied hardware.

5. Tighten the pivot clamp assembly around the manifoldtube. Tighten the 1/2” hardware on the actuator whilestill allowing the ends to pivot between the clevis.

Fig. # 38 Manifold tilt installation

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4.20 AIR HOSE INSTALLATION

WARNINGPlace all controls in neutral or off, stop combine en-gine, set parking brake, remove ignition key, set cylin-der stops, wait for all moving parts to stop, then prop-erly block machine before servicing, adjusting, repair-ing, or unplugging.

1. For easier installation of hose parts, prepare a mixtureof soapy water in a spray bottle.

2. Install one (1) 8-11/16” t-bolt clamp to the 45° elbow, donot tighten yet. (See Fig. # 41)

3. Spray soapy water to the inside of the 45° elbow andslip onto the fan outlet. Position the 45° elbow so itpoints toward the 2:00 position.

4. Install one (1) 8-11/16” t-bolt clamp to the 90° elbow, donot tighten yet.

5. Spray soapy water to the inside of the 90° elbow andslip onto the right end of the air manifold. Position the90° elbow so it points toward the 9:00 position.

6. Install the hose connector weldment to the reel arm ofthe header using the two (2) 5/16” X 2-1/2” bolts and two(2) 5/16” serrated flange nuts. Tighten to specified torque.

7 Install one (1) 8-11/16” t-bolt clamp to the opposite endof the 90° elbow. Spray soapy water on the inside ofthe 90° elbow.

8. The flex hose/band assembly must be divided into 2pieces at this time. Measure and cut, the length re-quired for flex hose piece 1&2.

9. Install the elbow support band end of the flex hose (piece1) into the end of the 90° elbow and tighten the t-boltclamp.

10. Slide a 8-1/4” t-bolt clamp over the end of the oppositeend of flex hose (piece 1) and slide onto the hose con-nector weldment and tighten the t-bolt clamp.

11. Repeat steps 7-9 for flex hose (piece 2).

12. Wrap flex hose chain assembly around flex hose (piece1) and the reel arm of the header. Clasp ends of chaintogether.

Fig. # 39 Air hose installation

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1. Mount the switch plate assembly in a convenient placeinside the cab. (Use either velcro or bolts)

2. Run the red wires with fuse (15 Amp & 6 Amp) to apower source. Use actuator switch harness if providedand combine is equipped with same type of auxiliarypower supply.

3. Run the black wires to a suitable ground or to the ac-tuator switch harness ground wires.

4.21 ELECTRICAL WIRING INSTALLATION

WARNINGPlace all controls in neutral or off, stop combine en-gine, set parking brake, remove ignition key, wait for allmoving parts to stop, then properly block machine be-fore servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging.

4. Route the long harnesses along the combine and headerto the actuators (15 Amp Manifold Tilt; 6 Amp Air Vol-ume) and plug in.

5. Mount the intermediate harness connectors to a conve-nient location on the combine feeder house.

NOTEDisconnect the intermediate harness connector at thefeeder house when the header is disconnected from thecombine.

Fig. # 40 Wiring

SWITCH/MOUNT PLATE ASSEMBLY

(MOUNT INSIDE COMBINE CAB)

FAN BUTTERFLY ACTUATOR

(TO 6 AMP HARNESS)

MANIFOLD TILT ACTUATOR

(TO 15 AMP HARNESS)

ACTUATOR SWITCH HARNESS

(USED ONLY IF COMBINE EQUIPPED

WITH SAME AUXILIARY POWER PLUG)

(RED WIRES TO FUSE WIRES/

BLACK TO GROUND)

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5.0 OPERATION

OPERATING SAFETY

Follow all safety instructions exactly. Safety is everyone’sbusiness. By following recommended procedures, a safeworking environment is provided for the operator, bystand-ers and the area around the work site. Untrained operatorsare not qualified to operate the machine.

Many features incorporated into this machine are the resultof suggestions made by customers like you. Read thismanual carefully to learn how to operate the machine safelyand how to set it to provide maximum efficiency. By follow-ing the operating instructions in conjunction with a goodmaintenance program, your Crary Air Reel will provide manyyears of trouble-free service.

The Crary Air Reel is designed to dramatically improve har-vesting efficiency. Power is provided by the combine feederand hydraulics. Be familiar with the machine before start-ing.

It is the responsibility of the owner or operator to read thismanual and to train all other operators before they startworking with the machine. In addition to the design andconfiguration of equipment, hazard control and accident pre-vention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, andprudence of personnel involved in the operation, transport,maintenance and storage of equipment or in the use andmaintenance of facilities.

1. Read and understand the Owner/Operator’s Manualand all safety decals before servicing, adjusting or re-pairing.

2. Install and secure all guards and shields before start-ing or operating.

3. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from all mov-ing and/or rotating parts.

4. Place all controls in neutral or off, lower header to theground, stop combine engine, set parking brake,chock wheels, remove ignition key, wait for all movingparts to stop, before servicing, adjusting, repairing orunplugging.

5. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small chil-dren, before starting.

5.1 TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER

6. Keep all hydraulic lines, fittings, and couplers tightand free of leaks before and during use.

7. Clean reflectors and lights before transporting.

8. Review safety related items annually with all person-nel who will be operating or maintaining the Crary AirReel.

9. Shut the combine off when connecting the machinehydraulics.

10. Do not exceed fan speed of 5300 RPM. Check thefan speed by multiplying the drive shaft speed (RPM)by the gear ratio of the gearbox.

11. Do not run the fan without back pressure. Close thebutterfly valve on the fan if the flex hose is discon-nected.

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5.2 MACHINE COMPONENTS

The Crary Air Reel is designed to handle all types of beans and small grains such as wheat and oats.

The Air Reel stationary air tubes deliver a constant stream of high velocity air pressure which firmly pushes the crop off thecutterbar, over the platform and into the auger. To generate the high velocity air, power is provided by the combine feedershaft and transmitted by the PTO driveline to the gearbox driveshaft. The gearbox provides rotational power to the highpressure fan.

The hydraulically driven reel, lifts and directs the crop over the cutterbar and delivers it to the combine feeder in a smoothand even flow. Hydraulic power is provided by the combine hydraulics.

Fig # 41 Machine Components

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5.3 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST

Efficient and safe operation of the Crary Air Reel requiresthat each operator reads and understands the operating pro-cedures and all related safety precautions outlined in thissection. A pre-operation checklist is provided for the opera-tor. It is important for both the personal safety and main-taining the good mechanical condition of the Air Reel thatthis checklist is followed.

Before operating the Air Reel and each time thereafter, thefollowing areas should be checked off:

1. Service the machine per the schedule outlined in theService Record.

2. Use only a combine of adequate power and specifica-tions to operate the Air Reel.

3. Check that all guards are installed, secured and func-tioning as intended. Do not operate with missing or dam-aged shields.

4. Ensure that the machine is properly attached to the headerand that mechanical retainers, such as quick pins areinstalled.

5. Check the cutterbar, reel area and drives for entangledmaterial.

6. Check the chains and sprockets for proper tension andalignment. Adjust as required.

7. Visually inspect the hydraulic system for leakage, loosefittings, and damaged hoses. Tighten fittings, replacedamaged components and wipe up leaked or excesshydraulic fluid.

8. Check condition of driveline slip clutch friction discs. Ifinstalling replacement discs, adjust spring height to origi-nal height. Deviation from original setting may be neededdepending upon disc wear. Run-in is recommended atthe start of the season. (See Service and MaintenanceSection).

5.4 MACHINE BREAK-IN

Although there are no operational restrictions on the CraryAir Reel when used for the first time, it is recommended thatthe following mechanical items be checked:

5.4.1 PRE-START INSPECTION

1. Read the Operator’s Manual.

2. Check that the hydraulic lines and electrical harnessesare routed where they will not contact moving parts.

Be sure all components are clipped, taped or tiedsecurely in place.

3. Check that all guards are installed and secured.

4. Check that all required nuts and bolts are installedand tightened to the proper torque.

5.4.2 AFTER OPERATING FOR 2 HOURS

1. Re-torque fasteners and hardware.

2. Check that all safety decals are installed and legible.Apply new decals if required.

3. Check that no hydraulic hoses are being pinched,crimped, or are rubbing. Reroute as required.

4. Check that the wiring harness is not being pinched,crimped, or rubbing. Reroute as required.

5. Check the tension and alignment of all drive chains.Adjust as required.

6. The gearbox will generate heat. The typical operatingtemperature of the gearbox is 200° F.

5.4.3 AFTER OPERATING FOR 10 HOURS:

1. Re-torque fasteners and hardware.

2. Check that all guards are installed, secured and func-tioning as intended. Do not operate with missing ordamaged shields.

3. Check safety decals. Install new ones if required.

4. Check the routing of hydraulic lines and the wiringharness. Reroute as required to prevent pinching,crimping, binding, or rubbing.

5. Check the plastic eccentric rollers for uneven wear.

6. Refer to the normal servicing and maintenance sched-ule as defined in the Service Record.

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5.5 CONTROLS

Before starting to work, all operators should familiarize them-selves with the location and function of the controls andsafety devices. Illustrations may vary due to different mod-els of headers.

5.5.1 Manifold Tilt:

A. Moving the toggle switch to the “Fore” position (SeeFig. # 42 and 43) extends the shaft of the electricactuator forward, which rotates the manifold CW whichdirects the air tubes towards the front of the header.(See initial adjustments section of the manual for thecenter stroke position which points the air tubes di-rectly behind the cutterbar).

B. Moving the toggle switch to the “AFT” position (SeeFig. # 42 and 43) retracts the shaft of the electricactuator backward which rotates the manifold CCW,which directs the air tubes towards the back of theheader.

MANIFOLDTILTTOGGLE SWITCH

FAN AIR VOLUME TOGGLE SWITCH

Fig. # 42 Manifold tilt & fan air volume toggle switch

AIR MOVEMENTMOVING TOGGLE TO "AFT" POSITION, DIRECTS AIR TUBES TOWARDS BACK OF HEADER

MOVING TOGGLE TO "FORE" POSITION, DIRECTS AIR TUBES TOWARDS FRONT OF HEADER

CCW

CW

Fig. # 43 Manifold tilt adjustments

ELECTRICACTUATOR

Fig. # 44 Manifold tilt electric actuator.

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5.5.3 Reel Lift:

A. Consult your owner operator’s manual that came withyour header.

5.5.4 Electric Reel Fore And Aft Adjustment:

A. Consult your owner operator’s manual that came withyour header - the Air Reel moves in the same man-ner.

5.5.5 Manual Reel Fore & Aft Adjustment:

A. Turn the bolt on the adjustable bracket either coun-terclockwise or clockwise. Turning the bolt clockwiseadjusts the reel forward. Turning the bolt clockwiseadjusts the reel to the rear of the machine.

5.5 CONTROLS (CONTD.)

5.5.2 Fan Air Volume Actuator:

A. Move the toggle to the open position (See Fig. # 45and 46) to open the butterfly plate which increases airvolume to the air tubes.

B. Move the toggle to the closed position (See Fig. # 45and 46) to close the butterfly plate which decreasesair volume to the air tubes.

BUTTERFLYACTUATOR

INDICATOR(SHOWN HALFOPEN)

FAN BUTTERFLY ACTUATOR

INDICATOR(FULLY OPEN

POSITION)

INDICATOR(FULLY CLOSEDPOSITION)

Fig. # 45 Butterfly indicator

MANIFOLDTILTTOGGLE SWITCH

Fig. # 46 Fan air volume toggle switch

FAN AIR VOLUMETOGGLE SWITCH

WARNINGThe gearbox runs hot! The normal operating tempera-ture for the gearbox is 200 degrees.

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5.6 INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS

Since all applications of the Air Reel are not the same, basedon header and combine variations, some initial adjustmentsmust be made to achieve peak performance of your Air Reel.

Adjustments are needed for best feeding as crop conditionschange.

WARNINGPlace all controls in neutral or off, stop combine en-gine, set parking brake, remove ignition key, wait for allmoving parts to stop, then properly block machine be-fore servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging.

NOTEUse the electric actuators to adjust air flow direction andair volume.

5.6.1 INITIAL REEL ADJUSTMENT

1. Rest the header on the ground and lower the reel so thereel tines clear the cutterbar by at least one (1) inch.

2. Position the reel so that the reel tines sweep over thecutter bar and begin their lift just behind it.

3. Rotate the manifold so the line of sight along the airtubes is directed just behind the cutterbar.

4. Turn adjustable air tubes at each end approximately450 so they direct air into the corners of the header.

5. Open fan butterfly to fully open position.

Fig # 47 Initial reel adjustment.

AIR TUBE

LINEOF SIGHT

1.00" MIN

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5.6.2 TINE PITCH ADJUSTMENT

1. From the right side of the Air Reel loosen the three(Qty. 3) 3/8” X 1” carriage bolts securing the eccentricmount plate assembly to the R.H. End Clamp. (SeeFig. # 48).

2. Insert the Tine Pitch Adjustment wrench into the

shaped cutout on the side of the eccen-

tric mount plate assembly (as shown in Fig. # 48).

3. From the R.H. side of the Air Reel, move the Tine PitchAdjustment wrench CCW to change the tine pitch for-ward. Move the Tine Pitch Adjustment wrench CW tochange the tine pitch backward. (See Fig. # 48)

4. Tighten the three (Qty. 3) 3/8” X 1” carriage bolts to theirspecified torque.

5. From the L.H. side of the Air Reel, follow steps 1 & 2,then move the Tine Pitch Adjustment wrench CCW tochange the tine pitch backward. Move the Tine PitchAdjustment wrench CW to change the tine pitch for-ward. (See Fig. # 48)

6. Tighten the three (Qty. 3) 3/8” X 1” carriage bolts to theirspecified torque.

TIP OFINDICATOR POINT

TIP OFTEETH

Fig. # 49 Reel tine adjustment teeth

WARNINGPlace all controls in neutral or off, stop combine en-gine, set parking brake, remove ignition key, wait for allmoving parts to stop, then properly block machine be-fore servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging.

Fig. # 48 Tine pitch adjustment

INDICATORMARK

RIGHT SIDE

TINE PITCH

FORWARDBACKWARD

5TH TOOTH (MIDDLE TOOTH)

(DEFAULT POSITION)TINE PITCHADJUSTMENT WRENCH(PART # 24913-12)

FRONT OF MANIFOLD

CW

CCW

LOOSEN THE THREE 3/8" X 1"

CARRIAGE BOLTS

ECCENTRIC MOUNTINGPLATE ASSEMBLY

NOTEThe default pitch angle is with the 5th tooth (middle tooth)on the eccentric mount plate assembly aligned with theindicator mark on the R.H. & L.H. End Clamps.

NOTEAlthough the adjustment can be made anywhere alongthe adjustment slot, aligning the teeth tips with the indi-cator point, allow you to better identify the position of thereel tine adjustment for both sides.

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5.6.3 SLIP CLUTCH “RUN IN”

WARNINGPlace all controls in neutral or off, stop combine en-gine, set parking brake, remove ignition key, set cylin-der stops, wait for all moving parts to stop, then prop-erly block machine before servicing, adjusting, repair-ing, or unplugging.

The Crary Air Reel comes equipped with a Walterscheidtorque limiter (slip clutch) on the main drive of the air reel.The Walterscheid torque limiter is set in the engaged posi-tion. Before use each model must be slipped and adjustedto ensure proper function.

WALTERSCHEID MODELS:Before use the torque limiter must be allowed to slip to en-sure it will slip when needed.

1. Loosen the center lock nuts on the torque limiter so thatthe pressure is relieved from the pressure plates.

2. With the combine engine at idle speed, engage the PTOfor 2-3 seconds to make the torque limiter slip. Do notallow the torque limiter to slip for more than 2-3seconds at a time to prevent damage to the linings.

3. If the torque limiter does not slip repeat the procedure 2or 3 times. If it still doesn’t slip check that all the centerlock nuts are loosened and not placing tension on thepressure plates.

4. After the torque limiter has slipped, refer to the adjust-ment section for instructions on how to reset the torquelimiter.

IMPORTANTTo prevent burn-up of slip disks the torque limiter (slipclutch) must be adjusted prior to use.

Fig. #50, Allowing the Torque Limiter to Slip

WALTERSCHEID DRIVELINES

ADJUST (QTY. 8)CENTER LOCK NUTS

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5.6.4 ADJUSTING THE TORQUE LIMITER

NOTEAt the end of the season, or before any long period ofnon-use, loosen the center locknuts on Walterscheidmodels to relieve the pressure on the linings.

ADJUST (QTY. 8)CENTER LOCK NUTS

Fig. #51, Adjusting the Torque Limiter

After the torque limiter has slipped it must be adjusted tothe tension required to operate the header. The goal of thisprocedure is to have the torque limiter slip momentarily uponinitial start-up and then operate normally.

1. Slowly engage the PTO with the engine running at idlespeed.

2. If the torque limiter continuously slips, shut off machineand tighten the center locknuts in 1/4 turn incrementsuntil it only slips momentarily when the header is en-gaged. On the other hand, if the torque limiter does notslip, loosen the center locknuts in 1/4 turn incrementsuntil it slips momentarily when the header is engaged.

3. The torque limiter is ready for use.

WARNINGPlace all controls in neutral or off, stop combine en-gine, set parking brake, remove ignition key, set cylin-der stops, wait for all moving parts to stop, then prop-erly block machine before servicing, adjusting, repair-ing, or unplugging.

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5.7 OPERATING HINTS

The following are recommended adjustments the operatorcan make based on crop conditions. (Any adjustmentsthat involves the operator leaving the combine cab shouldheed the warning instructions listed below.)

Light Crops:

• Adjust the reel back and down.

• The reel tines must clear the divider points and be ad-justed perpendicular to the cutterbar.

• Use only enough air to move the crop to the auger.

It is recommended that the cutterbar be adjusted to thefully extended position for cutting short, thin crops.

Heavy Crops:

• Adjust the reel forward and higher than in short crops.

• Use the air to bend the crop over the cutterbar, not toforce it into the header.

• Direct the air just below the head of the plant. This willallow the heads to feed into the auger first.

It is recommended that the cutterbar be adjusted to themiddle position when cutting good, heavy standing crops.

Down, Tangled Crops:

• Adjust the reel forward and lower so the reel tines areclose to the cutterbar.

• Tilt the tines back for maximum pitch so the crop islifted as much as possible.

WARNINGPlace all controls in neutral or off, stop combine en-gine, set parking brake, remove ignition key, wait for allmoving parts to stop, then properly block machine be-fore servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging.

• The reel tines should lift the crop high enough to passover the guards for easier cutting.

• Adjust the air direction as low as possible, with thenozzles at a 90° angle to the down crop. It is recom-mended that the cutterbar be adjusted to the retractedposition when cutting down, tangled crops.

• Adjustments are needed for best feeding as crop condi-tions change.

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5.8 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Optional equipment is available for your Crary Air Reel. Callyour nearest dealer for availability information.

5.8.1 AUXILIARY REEL TINE KIT

The Crary Auxiliary Reel Tine Kit is recommended for cropsthat do not move easily from the knife to the auger at theends of the header.

1. Loosen and remove one (Qty. 1) 1/2” X 1-1/2” hex bolt,two (Qty. 2) 1/2” flat washers, one (Qty. 1) pivot strapbushing and one (Qty. 1) 1/2” center locknut. (See Fig.# 52).

2. Simultaneously assemble the auxiliary reel tine assem-bly with the two (Qty. 2) steel machine bushings asshown in (Fig. # 53)

3. Rotate the auxiliary reel tine assembly until the squareend sets into the square hole of the pivot strap.

WARNINGPlace all controls in neutral or off, stop combine en-gine, set parking brake, remove ignition key, wait for allmoving parts to stop, then properly block machine be-fore servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging.

Fig. # 53 Assemble auxiliary reel tine kit

AUXILIARY REEL TINEASSEMBLY (LH SHOWN)

7/8" MACHINERYBUSHING

3/8" X 2-1/2"CARRIAGE BOLT

7/8" MACHINERYBUSHING

3/8" FLATWASHER

3/8" CENTERLOCKNUT

PIVOT STRAP

SQUARE END

1/2" FLATWASHER

1/2" X 2-1/2"HEX SKT BOLT

1/2" CENTERLOCKNUT

PIVOTSTRAPBUSHING

1/2" FLATWASHER

Fig. # 52 Loosen and remove 1/2” hardware and bushing

4. Insert the 3/8” X 2-1/2” carriage bolt through the squarehole of the auxiliary reel tine assembly and fasten the3/8” flat washer and 3/8” center locknut.

5. Tighten the 3/8” center locknut to the specified torque.

6. Repeat steps # 1 - # 5 for each auxiliary reel tine as-sembly being installed.

NOTEMake sure the pitch of the auxiliary reel tine lines up withthe existing reel tines.

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5.8.2 GEARBOX / FAN EXTENSION

The gearbox/fan extension option is designed to extend thefan up to eliminate clearance problems with headers andcombines with dual tires. When installing the gearbox fanextension kit, follow this procedure.

1. Separate gearbox and fan. (Refer to drawing on thefollowing page for identification of parts.)

A. Loosen set screw securing the indicator weldmentand remove from butterfly shaft.

B. Remove 3/8” x 1-1/4” bolts connecting fan housingsand separate.

C. Loosen 3/4” castle nut and remove washer and nutfrom gearbox shaft.

D. Remove fan rotor and spacer washers.

E. Remove bolts connecting lower fan housing to gear-box flange.

2. Attach extension shaft/hub assembly.

A. Bolt extension shaft/hub assembly to gearbox flangewith 1/2” x 1” bolts. Rotate extension shaft so thekey in the coupler at the bottom of the shaft lines upwith the keyway on the gearbox shaft.

B. Place bearing retainer plate and washers onto end ofextension shaft/hub assembly.

C. Bolt lower fan housing to extension flange with 1/2 x1” bolts.

D. Attach spacer washers and fan rotor to extension shaftand secure with washer and 3/4” castle nut.

E. Bolt upper fan housing to lower fan housing with 3/8”x 1-1/4” bolts.

F. Reinstall indicator weldment onto butterfly shaft andtighten set screw.

WARNINGPlace all controls in neutral or off, stop combine en-gine, set parking brake, remove ignition key, wait for allmoving parts to stop, then properly block machine be-fore servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging.

3. Mount gearbox/fan extension to combine.

A. Refer to owners manual for fan/gearbox installationinstructions.

B. Select appropriate support bracket for combine model.Refer to drawing on next page for assistance.

C. Bolt mounting bracket onto header. Refer to diagramson next page.

D. Remove upper bolts on gearbox mount plate. Boltsupport bracket in the location bolts were removedusing provided 1/2 x 1-1/2” bolts.

4. Attach gearbox/fan extension to support bracket withprovided u-bolt.

5. Operate the Air Reel as instructed and cautioned in thismanual.

Fig. # 54 Bolt mounting bracket onto header

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ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY

1 24643 ASSY., EXTENSION SHAFT/HUB 1

2 15014 BOLT 1/2" X 1-1/2" GR5 HEX CAPSW ZP 4

12 15012 BOLT 1/2" X 1" GR5 HEX CPSCREW ZP 2

4 15097 WASHER 1/2" SAE FLAT ZP (56PC/LB) 4

14 15049 NUT 1/2 CENTER LOCKNUT ZP 4

6 24510-12 PLATE, BEARING RETAINER 1

7 24638-12 BRACKET, EXTENSION SUPPORT - CASE IH (SHORT 1995 AND LATER) 1

24639-12 BRACKET, EXTENSION SUPPORT - CASE IH (LONG PRE-1995) 1

8 24640-12 BRACKET, EXTENSION SUPPORT - JOHN DEERE / NEW HOLLAND 1

9 24641-12 BRACKET, EXTENSION SUPPORT - GLEANER 1

10 13014 U-BOLT, FAN MOUNT 3/8 X 3" X 4" ZP 1

11 15006 BOLT 3/8 X 1 GR5 HEX CAPSCREW ZP 2

12 15031 WASHER, 3/8" FLAT ZP (67PCS/LB) 2

13 15042 NUT 3/8 HEX NUT NC ZP 4

KIT, GEARBOX/FAN EXTENSION OPTIONPARTS LIST

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5.9 TRANSPORTING

The Crary Air Reel is designed to be easily and convenientlymoved from location to location. When transporting the ma-chine, review and follow these safety instructions:

TRANSPORT SAFETY

1. Make sure you are in compliance with all localregulations regarding transporting equipment onpublic roads and highways.

2. It is the responsibility of the owner to know thelighting and marking requirements of the localhighway authorities and to install and maintainthe equipment to provide compliance with theregulations. Add extra lights when transportingat night or during periods of limited visibility.

3. See the Owner Operator’s Manual that came withyour combine and header for proper transporta-tion.

1. Store the unit in an area away from human activ-ity.

2. Do not permit children to play on or around thestored machine.

3. See the Owner Operator’s Manual that came withyour combine and header for proper storage.

STORAGE SAFETY

5.10 STORAGE

After the season's use, the machine should be thoroughlyinspected and prepared for storage. Repair or replace anyworn or damaged components to prevent any unnecessarydown time at the start of next season. To insure a long,trouble free life, this procedure should be followed when pre-paring the unit for storage:

1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children.

2. Thoroughly wash the entire machine using a pressurewasher to remove all dirt, mud, debris or residue.

3. Inspect the components listed:

PTO Driveline Components:

A. Check the condition and operation of the friction disctorque limiter (slip clutch). (See the maintenance sec-tion).

B. Store in a dry place.

Electrical system:

A. Check the wiring harness and all wiring componentsfor damaged or worn areas. Check for cracked orworn insulation. Replace any components that havecome in contact with moving parts and re-route toprevent damage in the future.

Hydraulic system:

A. Check all hydraulic lines for damage, replace as re-quired.

Air Reel components:

A. Air tubes bent or damaged: repair or replace as re-quired.

B. Plastic tines bent or damaged: repair or replace asrequired.

C. Manifold driveshaft bearings. Driveshaft bearings aresealed bearings, and do not need lubrication. If wornor damaged replace as required.

D. Bat splice and plastic reel arm bearings. Check forwear and replace as required.

E. Idler gears and bearing components within, piniongears and bearing components within and internal gearsections. Check gears for wear, check for worn ordamaged bearings and replace as required.

F. Plastic eccentric rollers. Check for uneven wear, re-place as required.

Right Hand drive components:

A. Roller chain, sprockets and bearings. Check for wear,replace as required.

B. Visually inspect fan rotor for wear or buildup.

C. Check condition of the rotary screen bearings.

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REMOVING FROM STORAGE / PRE-SEASON MAINTE-NANCE:

When removing from storage and preparing to use, followthis procedure:

1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small chil-dren.

2. Remove the tarpaulin from the machine if it was cov-ered.

3. Clean off accumulated trash and dirt.

4. Check the routing and securing of all hydraulic linesand wiring harness, adjust as required.

5. Rotate all components and systems by hand to seethat none are seized. Loosen any seized compo-nents with penetrating oil before starting.

6. Retighten any loose bolts to their proper torque.

7. Lubricate all grease points and shaft surfaces.

8. Check for excessive wear on all moving parts.

9. Tighten all hydraulic connections and mounts, replaceo-rings, fittings, or connectors subject to leaking.

10. Review machine break-in.

11. Review and follow all items on the Pre-OperationChecklist before starting.

12. Install all safety shields and review precautions withoperators and other personnel involved in the opera-tion.

13. Inspect the PTO friction disc torque limiter. (See themaintenance section).

5.10 STORAGE (CONTD.)

4. Make a list of all parts needed for repairs and orderthem immediately. Repairs can then be done whentime permits and prevent unnecessary down time atthe start of next season.

5. Lubricate all grease points to remove any water resi-due from the washing and prevent rusting during thestorage period. Rotate all moving parts to distributelubricant to all surfaces.

6. Apply a light coat of grease on the shafts.

7. Check the cutterbar, reel area and drives for entangledmaterial.

8. Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to prevent rust-ing.

9. Move the machine to its storage area.

10. Select an area that is dry, level, and free of debris.

11. If the machine cannot be stored inside, cover with awaterproof tarpaulin and tie securely in place.

12. Store out of the way of human activity.

13. Do not allow children to play on or around stored unit.

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1. Follow ALL the operating, maintenance, and safetyinformation in the manual.

2. Support the machine with blocks or safety standswhen working around it.

3. Follow good shop practices:

•Keep service area clean and dry.•Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded.•Use adequate light for the job at hand.

4. Use only tools, jacks and hoists of sufficient ca-pacity for the job.

5. Place all controls in neutral or off, lower header tothe ground, stop combine engine, set parking brake,chock wheels, remove ignition key, wait for all mov-ing parts to stop, before servicing, adjusting, repair-ing or unplugging.

6. Before resuming work, install and secure all guardswhen maintenance work is completed.

7. Relieve pressure from hydraulic circuit before ser-vicing or disconnecting from combine.

8. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from allmoving and/or rotating parts.

9. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small chil-dren, when carrying out any maintenance and re-pairs or making any adjustments.

10. Keep safety decals clean. Replace any decal thatis damaged or not clearly visible.

11. First-class maintenance is a prerequisite for thesafest operation of your machine. Maintenance,including lubrications, should be performed with themachine stopped and locked out.

6.0 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SAFETY

6.1 SERVICE

Along with a servicing interval, a visual inspection shouldalso be performed. Maintenance personnel can often de-tect potential problems from any unusual sounds made bysuch components as shafts, bearings and drives.

6.1.1 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS1. Grease

Use an SAE multi-purpose high temperature greasewith extreme pressure (EP) performance meeting orexceeding the NLGI #2 rating for all requirements.Also acceptable is an SAE multi-purpose lithiumbased grease.

2. Gearbox LubeUse Mobilube HD SAE 80W-90 Gear lube or equiva-lent with the following specifications:API Service GL-5MIL-L-2105D Capacity:MACK GO-H 47 oz.

3. Use a spray chain lubricant or SAE 30 engine oil.* Stamped on chain link side plate.

4. Storing LubricantsYour machine can operate at top efficiency only ifclean lubricants are used. Use clean containers tohandle all lubricants. Store them in an area protectedfrom dust, moisture and other contaminants.

6.1.2 GREASING

Use the Maintenance Checklist provided to keep a record ofall scheduled maintenance.

1. Use a hand-held grease gun for all greasing.

2. Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before greas-ing, to avoid injecting dirt and grit.

3. Replace and repair broken fittings immediately.

4. If fittings will not take grease, remove and clean thor-oughly. Also clean lubricant passageway. Replacefitting if necessary.

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE RANGE

14°F - 32°F 32°F - 104°F 104°F - 122°F

RS-50 - LESS SAE 10 SAE 20 SAE 30

RS-60 / RS-80 SAE 20 SAE 30 SAE 40

RS-100 SAE 20 SAE 30 SAE 40

RS120 / MORE SAE 30 SAE 40 SAE 40

CHAIN TYPE *

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6.2 SERVICE RECORD

See Lubrication and Maintenance sections for details of service. Copy this page to continue record.

Note: These service record recommendations are based on normal operating conditions. Severe or unusual conditionsmay require more frequent attention.

ACTION CODE: √ CHECK OR INSPECT CL CLEANL LUBRICATE C CHANGE

HOURS

MAINTENANCE SERVICED BY

8 HOURS

L PTO CROSS JOURNAL ZERKS

√ GEARBOX OIL LEVEL

16 HOURS

L PTO INNER TUBE

40 HOURS

L PTO SHIELD RETAINING BEARING

L PTO DISCONNECT MECHANISM

√ TENSION OF IDLER GEARS

√ FAN HOUSING AND DUCTWORK

√ PLASTIC ECCENTRIC ROLLERS

YEARLY

C GEARBOX LUBE

√ CONDITION OF FRICTION DISC TORQUE LIMITER (SLIP CLUTCH)

√ AUGER DRIVE CHAIN TENSION AND ALIGNMENT

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6.3 MAINTENANCE

By following a service and maintenance program on yourmachine, you will enjoy many years of trouble-free use.

WARNINGPlace all controls in neutral or off, stop combine en-gine, set parking brake, remove ignition key, wait for allmoving parts to stop, then properly block machine be-fore servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging.

6.3.1 CHECKING GEAR BOX OIL LEVEL

Every 8 operating hours the oil level should be checked.

1. The oil level should be no higher than the bottom of thedriveshaft. (See Fig. # 55)If gearbox oil needs to be added, use the following:

Mobilube HD SAE 80W-90 Gear lube or equivalent withthe following specifications:

API Service GL-5MIL-L-2105DMACK GO-H

6.3.2 PTO LUBRICATION

1. Every 8 hours, lubricate PTO cross journals. Make suregrease purges through all four bearings. (See Fig. # 55)

2. Every 16 hours, lubricate PTO inner tubes. Telescopingmembers must have lubrication to operate successfully.Telescoping members without fittings should be pulledapart and grease should be added manually with a brush.(See Fig. # 56)

3. Every 40 hours, lubricate the PTO shield retaining bear-ing. Molded nipples on the guard near each guard bear-ing are intended as grease fittings and should be lubri-cated every 40 hours of operation! (See Fig. # 56)

4. Every 40 hours, lubricate the PTO disconnect mecha-nism. (See Fig. # 57)

MAXIMUM GEAR LUBE LEVEL

DRAIN AND FILL WITH 47oz. OF 90 WT. GEAR LUBE

SIGHT TUBE

BOTTOM OF DRIVE SHAFT

WORM CLAMP

VENT PLUG

Fig. # 55 Check oil level Fig. # 57 Grease disconnect mechanism

Fig. # 56 Lubricate PTO cross journals.

h 8 8h

h 16

h 40h 40

WARNINGThe gearbox runs hot! The normal operating tempera-ture for the gearbox is 200 degrees.

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6.3.3 TENSION OF IDLER GEARS

Every 40 hours the tension of the idler gears should bechecked. If the tension between the idler gears and internalgear sections of the reel bat arm assembly has any radialmovement it will be necessary to make adjustments. Whenadjusting the tension of the idler to internal gears, follow thisprocedure.

1. Loosen the 3/8” center locknuts which are on the idlergear assembly on the front side of the manifold.

2. Use a small pry bar between the outside wall of themanifold tubing and the idler gears with approx. 5 lbs. offorce. (See Fig. # 58)

3. Tighten the 3/8” center locknuts to their specified torque.

4. Rotate the reel arm assemblies to ensure they turn freely.

WARNINGPlace all controls in neutral or off, stop combine en-gine, set parking brake, remove ignition key, wait for allmoving parts to stop, then properly block machine be-fore servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging.

6.3.4 PLASTIC ECCENTRIC ROLLERS

Every 40 hours the plastic eccentric rollers should bechecked. Flat wear spots may show on the plastic eccen-tric rollers if they do not rotate while the reel rotates. If thisoccurs it may be necessary to make adjustments or re-place the roller and or bearings. When adjusting the eccen-tric rollers or replacing rollers or bearings follow this proce-dure.

1. Inspect the eccentric rollers for uneven wear. If no wearis detected proceed to step # 5. (Contd. on next page).

WARNINGPlace all controls in neutral or off, stop combine en-gine, set parking brake, remove ignition key, wait for allmoving parts to stop, then properly block machine be-fore servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging.

CHECK FORUNEVEN WEAR

Fig. # 59 Inspect plastic rollers for uneven wear.

IMPORTANTDo not grease pinion or idler gears on the reel. Driveshaft bearings on the reel are sealed and do not needlubrication. If worn or damaged, replace as required.

Fig. # 58 Tightening locknuts of idler gears

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3/8" NUT

PLATE, ECCENTRIC ROLLER MOUNT

3/8" BOLT

RADIALBEARING

5/16" FLATWASHER

PLASTIC ROLLER

ROLLERBUSHING

3/8" FLATWASHER

6.3.4 PLASTIC ECCENTRIC ROLLERS(CONTD.)

2. If uneven wear is detected, loosen and remove eachbolt and hardware for each plastic roller that is defec-tive. (See Fig. #61).

3. Inspect the radial bearings that are seated in the plasticrollers, check to see if they turn freely.

4. If replacement parts are needed, consult your local au-thorized Crary dealer.

5. Reassemble the eccentric roller assembly as shown in(Fig. # 60).

6. Readjust the roller firmly against the eccentric ring andtighten bolts to proper torque.

Fig. # 61 Loosen and remove hardware for plastic rollers.

6.3.5 FAN HOUSING AND AIR HOSE

Every 40 hours the fan housing and ductwork should bechecked for wear. Look for cracks, uneven wear, or loosecomponents. Repair or replace as required.

LOOSEN HARDWARE

PLASTICROLLER

PLASTICROLLER

PLASTICROLLER

Fig. # 60 Loosen and remove hardware for plastic rollers..

IMPORTANTThe plastic rollers must rotate with the reel.

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6.3.6 CHANGING GEAR LUBE

Each Air Reel has a high speed fan which is driven by thecombine feeder shaft.

Each gearbox is equipped with a drain, level and fill plug.Every 500 operating hours or annually, whichever comesfirst, the oil should be replaced. Check more frequently ifthere are leaks around any of the plugs or shaft seals. Whenchecking or changing the oil, follow this procedure.

1. Loosen the worm clamp on the top of the sight tube.

2. Place a container under the gearbox.

3. Remove the top portion of the sight tube from fitting andflex downward into the container. Allow 10 minutes todrain.

4. Add Gearbox Lube 47 oz. of Mobilube HD SAE 80W-90Gear lube or equivalent.

5. Fill gear lube through site tube, reconnect sight tube tofitting and tighten worm clamp.

6. Check that the air passage through the vent plug isopen.

7. Dispose of the used oil in an environmentally safe man-ner.

MAXIMUM GEAR LUBE LEVEL

DRAIN AND FILL WITH 47oz. OF 90 WT. GEAR LUBE

SIGHT TUBE

BOTTOM OF DRIVE SHAFT

WORM CLAMP

VENT PLUG

Fig. # 62 Change gear lube yearly

WALTERSCHEID DRIVELINES

ADJUST (QTY. 8)CENTER LOCK NUTS

Fig. # 63 Torque limiter

6.3.7 RUN-IN OF FRICTION DISC TORQUE LIM-ITER (SLIP CLUTCH) (DRIVELINE)

1. It is recommended that the unit be run-in by slipping thehub before initial use (See Fig. #63).

2. Release tension on the Walterscheid models by loos-ening the eight (8) nuts.

3. Slip the hub 2-3 seconds with combine at idle speed.

4. On Walterscheid models tighten the nuts following analternating cross pattern until the clutch slips momen-tarily upon initial startup, and then continues to operatenormally.

IMPORTANTAlways clean the vent plug if any leaks are noticed aroundshaft seals.

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6.3.8 FAN MAINTENANCE

The fan speed should be between 3800 and 5300 RPM.Never operate faster than 5300 RPM. Fan RPM can bechecked by multiplying the drive shaft speed (in RPM) bythe ratio of the gearbox being used.

The fan is not designed to run without back pressure, if theflex hose is disconnected from either the fan or the manifolddo not operate the fan unless the butterfly valve is closed.Have the butterfly open only when the flex hose is connectedto both the fan and manifold, otherwise there may beexcessive draw.

Fan cleaning:If chaff builds up on the screen closing the butterflymomentarily will put back pressure on the fan and allow thechaff to fall off the screen.

Also inside the fan is the fan cleaning weldment. This actsas a cleaning device for the screen. If you are experiencingexcessive buildup on the side of the fan screen, the fancleaning weldment can be adjusted.

To adjust:1 - Remove the self tapping screws and the cotter pin fromthe top of the fan housing.2 - Lift off the cover.3 - Loosen the two (2) set screws and move the fan cleanerout as far as possible without touching the screen.4 - Tighten the set screws and replace the cover, self tappingscrews, and cotter pin.

Fig. #64 Fan service

WARNINGThe gearbox runs hot! The normal operating tempera-ture for the gearbox is 200 degrees.

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In the following section, we have listed many of the problems, causes and solutions to the problems that you may encoun-ter. If you encounter a problem that is difficult to solve, even after having read through this trouble shooting section, pleasecall your local Crary dealer. Before you call, please have this Operator's Manual and the serial number from your machineready.

AIR REEL TROUBLE SHOOTING

BEFORE YOU CALLPlease Have the following information available:

Serial # (see page # 1 for location) ______________________________

7.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Reel speed not coordinated with ground speed, causing excessive agitation before

crop is cut.

Adjust reel speed to coordinate with ground speed so reel will move crop evenly.

Reel is positioned too low. Raise reel.

Ground speed too fast for conditions of crop.Slow down ground speed so reel will not cause

shattering.

Reel not adjusted low enough for proper delivery of cut crop to auger.

Set reel low enough to sweep material from cutter bar.

Insufficient ledge for crop travel. Extend rigid cutter bar.

Auger clearance too high from platform bottom.

Adjust outer ends of auger to 1/2" (13mm) clearance of platform bottom and check finger

clearance.

Adjust manifold so that air flow is directed more at cutter bar to keep it clean.

Clean debris from rotary screen.

Check for and clear obstruction from flex hose or manifold.

Check butterfly position and open to allow more air flow.

Check fan rpm, adjust combine shaft speed and check for proper gear box ratio for

combine.

Reel speed too slow. Increase speed of reel.

Reel is positioned too high. Move reel back and then down.

Build up of grain on cutterbar.Lower height of reel and set fore-and-aft

position as close as possible to cutter bar and auger.

Feeder chain carrying straw back around and disrupting crop flow to the cylinder.

Extend feederhouse stripper down to stop straw from filtering back out.

Crop "tailing in" to the auger (heads not feeding first).

Rotate manifold so that air flow is directed higher on the crop.

Cutter bar not at recommended speed.Check basic speed of combine (see combine

operator's manual).

Incorrect oil type or level. Check level and replace if necessary.

Breather plugged. Remove breather, clean and reinstall.

Seals are leaking. Install new seal kit.

Debris is pinched between the base and the screen stopping the rotor.

Adjust air base closer to the screen.

Screen cleaner not adjusted properly.Adjust the screen cleaner to revolve close to

the screen, but not touching it.

Needs Rotary Screen Wrap.

Contact Crary Dealer for Rotary Screen Wrap (P/N 25592-12). This wrap will prevent debris from becoming lodged between the base and

the rotary screen.

Shattering of grain ahead of cutter bar.

Insufficient airflow or misdirection of airflow from manifold to clean off cutter bar.

Rotary screen plugs.

Gear box leaking or overheating.

Uneven or bunched feeding of crop to cylinder.

Cut crop building up and falling from front of cutter bar or loss of grain heads at cutter bar.

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Efficiency

Pressure

Horsepower

4000300020001000CFM

10

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8.0 SPECIFICATIONS

8.1 REEL SPECS.

SPEED OF HYDRAULIC DRIVE .........0 THROUGH 59 RPMDIAMETER (BAT REEL) .............................................. 48”NUMBER OF BATS ....................................................... 6

8.2 FAN PERFORMANCE DATA

Ø48.00"

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8.3 HYDRAULIC MOTOR DATA

Hydraulic Motor MG Series Performance ChartSeries: MG08 (8.0 Cu. In./Rev.Pressure PSID 500 1000 1500 1800 2000 2400

Flow: GPM Speed (RPM)

Torque (in lbs.)

0.5 12 10 7 5 3

446 955 1479 1797 2011

1.0 27 24 21 19 17 13

465 989 1515 1931 2043 2469

2.0 55 52 49 46 44 40

481 1023 1571 1901 2120 2558

3.0 84 81 77 74 72 67

482 1029 1581 1912 2133 2570

4.0 113 109 105 102 100 95

483 1042 1605 1940 2164 2608

5.0 142 138 133 130 128 122

478 1041 1610 1951 2179 2632

7.0 199 195 190 186 184 177

450 1019 1597 1943 2174 2632

9.0 257 252 246 242 239 233

414 984 1563 1911 2145 2612

12.0 343 338 331 327 323 316

335 907 1489 1842 2076 2550

15.0 430 424 416 411 407 399

253 818 1393 1740 1974 2443

Testing was done at 130° F using 10W40 Oil.

- Intermittent rating all others continuous

Hydraulic Gear Motor

- Roller vane rotor set design.

- Full flow lubrication.

- Shaft seal withstands full system pressure.

- Front ports 7/8 - 14 UNF straight thd. o-ring.

- 1” dia woodruff key shaft.

- Roller stator displacement - 8.0 cu. in. per rev.

Torqmotor Series MG08Displacement (in³/rev) 8.0

(cm³/rev) 130Pressure (PSI) Continuous (Differential)ª 1800

(kg-/cm²) 126.6Torque (in-lbs.) Continuous Pressure 1842(kg-m) Continuous Flow 21.22

Intermittent Pressure 2550Continuous Flow 29.38Minimum Starting at 1482Continuous Pressure 17.07Minimum Starting at 2024Intermittent Pressure 23.32

Flow (GPM) Continuous 12(lpm) 45

Maximum 1557

Speed (RPM) Cont. Flow & Pressure 327Max. Flow, No Load 430

Weight (Lbs.) Standard Mount 13.9(kg) 6.32

a The maximum pressure at the motor inlet or outlet ports without regard to the continuous or intermittent pressure ratings is 2400 PSI (168.7 kg/cm²).

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8.4 BOLT TORQUECHECKING BOLT TORQUE:The tables shown below give correct torque values for various bolts and capscrews. Tighten all bolts to the torques specifiedin chart unless otherwise noted. Replace hardware with the same strength bolt.

Torque figures indicated above are valid for non-greased or non-oiled threads and heads unless otherwise specified. Therefore, do not grease oroil bolts or capscrews unless otherwise specified in this manual. When using locking elements, increase torque values by 5%.

* Torque value for bolts and capscrews are identified by their head markings.

A

METRIC TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

M3 0.5 0.4 - - - - - -M4 3 2.2 - - - - - -M5 5 4 - - - - - -M6 6 4.5 11 8.5 17 12 19 14.5M8 15 11 28 20 40 30 47 35M10 29 21 55 40 80 60 95 70M12 50 37 95 70 140 105 165 120M14 80 60 150 110 225 165 260 190M16 125 92 240 175 350 255 400 300M18 175 125 330 250 475 350 560 410M20 240 180 475 350 675 500 800 580M22 330 250 650 475 925 675 1075 800M24 425 310 825 600 1150 850 1350 1000M27 625 450 1200 875 1700 1250 2000 1500

Bolt Diameter

Bolt Torque*

4.8 8.8 10.9 12.9

SAE - 8SAE - 2

A

SAE - 5

ENGLISH TORQUE

1/4" 7.5 5.5 9.5 9 17 12.55/16" 15 11 25 18 35 263/8" 27 20 44 33 63 467/16" 44 32 70 52 100 751/2" 67 50 110 80 150 1159/16" 95 70 155 115 225 1605/8" 135 100 215 160 300 2253/4" 240 175 375 280 550 4007/8" 240 175 625 450 875 6501" 360 270 925 675 1300 975

1-1/8" 510 375 1150 850 1850 13501-1/4" 725 530 1650 1200 2600 1950

Bolt Diameter

Bolt Torque*

SAE 2 SAE 5 SAE 8

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8.5 HYDRAULIC FITTING TORQUE

TIGHTENING FLARE TYPE TUBE FITTINGS *

1. Check flare and flare seat for defects that mightcause leakage.

2. Align tube with fitting before tightening.

3. Lubricate connection and hand tighten swivel nutuntil snug.

4. To prevent twisting the tube(s), use two wrenches.Place one wrench on the connector body and withthe second tighten the swivel nut to the torqueshown.

* The torque values shown are based on lubricatedconnections as in reassembly.

TIGHTENING O-RING FITTINGS *

1. Inspect O-ring and seat for dirt or obvious defects.

2. On angle fittings, back the lock nut off until washerbottoms out at top of groove.

3. Hand tighten fitting until back-up washer or washerface (if straight fitting) bottoms on face and O-ringis seated.

4. Position angle fittings by unscrewing no more thanone turn.

5. Tighten straight fittings to torque shown.

6. Tighten while holding body of fitting with a wrench.

* The torque values shown are based on lubri-cated connections as in reassembly

Tube Size O.D

Nut Size

AcrossFlats

Torque Value* RecommendedTurns To Tighten

(After Finger Tightening)

(in.) (in.) (N.m) (lb-ft) (Flats) (Turn)3/16 7/16 8 6 1 1/6

1/4 9/16 12 9 1 1/6

5/16 5/8 16 12 1 1/6

3/8 11/16 24 18 1 1/6

1/2 7/8 46 34 1 1/6

5/8 1 62 46 1 1/6

3/4 1-1/4 102 75 3/4 1/8

7/8 1-3/8 122 90 3/4 1/8

Tube Size O.D

Nut Size

AcrossFlats

Torque Value* RecommendedTurns To Tighten

(After Finger Tightening)

(in.) (in.) (N.m) (lb-ft) (Flats) (Turn)3/8 1/2 8 6 2 1/3

7/16 9/16 12 9 2 1/3

1/2 5/8 16 12 2 1/3

9/16 11/16 24 18 2 1/3

3/4 7/8 46 34 2 1/3

7/8 1 62 46 1-1/2 1/4

1-1/16 1-1/4 102 75 1 1/6

1-3/16 1-3/8 122 90 1 1/6

1-5/16 1-1/2 142 105 3/4 1/8

1-5/8 1-7/8 190 140 3/4 1/8

1-7/8 2-1/8 217 160 1/2 1/12

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Manual Improvement Program

If you have a suggestion on how to improve this manual, send it to us. Participants whose ideas areimplemented will receive a free pair of Crary genuine leather gloves.

Send your suggestions to:Crary CompanyC/O Technical Writer237 NW 12th St. Box 849West Fargo, ND 78078

Suggestions:

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Manufactured in theUnited States of America

by Crary Company

Crary CompanyA Division of TerraMarc Industries

237 12th St. NW • P.O. Box 849West Fargo, ND 58078-0849

(701)282-5520 • FAX: (701)282-9522www.crary.com

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