Power Shutdown Procedure

NOTE: This procedure is the correct method for performing a power shutdown of the separator. The purpose of a power shutdown is to determine the machine's performance in the threshing and separating areas by taking a "snap-shot" of the material on the straw walkers. This is valuable in determining where the losses behind the machine are generated and what adjustments can be made to correct the condition.

1. Operate the machine to fill with crop.

2. Pull the multi-function handle to neutral and then quickly complete step 3.

3. Momentarily shut off the key switch (A) to kill the engine while reaching over with left hand and disengage the header (B) and separator (C) engage switches on the armrest console. Quickly restart the engine to allow for turbo charger lubrication.

4. After 30-60 seconds at slow idle shut off the engine.

5. Inspect all five areas outlined in the Adjustment Flow Chart in this section.

6. Inspect for excessive grain damage, kernels left on the cobs, and free grain loss before making any adjustments.

7. Once you have decided what adjustments need to be made, open the concave clearance and engage the separator (this will avoid undue stress to the cylinder drive area during clean out).

8. Adjust the machine to the desired settings and proceed harvesting.

9. Repeat this procedure and verify grain quality and losses behind the combine.

10. Once acceptable loss levels are attained, set the sensitivity on the VISIONTRAK ™ Monitor and continue to harvest.

A-Key Switch
B-Header Engage Switch
C-Separator Engage Switch

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