John Deere 200 & 900 Series Cutting Platforms, Corn & Row Crop Heads Manual (TM1581)

John Deere 200 & 900 Series Cutting Platforms, 40 & 90 Series Corn Heads, 50 & 50A Series Row Crop Heads Technical Manual (TM1581)

This official technical manual provides comprehensive service, repair, and maintenance procedures for the John Deere 200 & 900 Series Cutting Platforms, 40 & 90 Series Corn Heads, and 50 & 50A Series Row Crop Heads. It includes detailed troubleshooting, hydraulic and mechanical adjustments, cutting mechanism maintenance, and safety procedures to ensure optimal harvesting performance.

Model Covers:

200 & 900 SERIES CUTTING PLATFORMS,

40 & 90 SERIES CORN HEADS,

50 & 50A SERIES ROW CROP HEADS

File Format: PDF

Size: 6.60 MB

No. of pages: 231

Delivery Method: Instant Download – Access your file immediately after purchase.

📑 Table of Contents Overview:

General Information & Safety

• Recognizing safety information
• Handling high-pressure fluids
• Proper machine parking and support
• Working in a ventilated area
• Using proper tools and maintaining a clean work environment
• Waste disposal and fire prevention

Header Identification & Specifications

• 200 Series Platforms
• 900 Series Platforms
• 918 Draper Platform
• 40 & 90 Series Corn Heads
• 50 & 50A Series Row Crop Heads
• Bolt and cap screw torque values (inch & metric)

Header Repair – Cutting Platforms

• Auger removal, inspection, and repair
• Knife drive case assembly and adjustments
• Replacing knife sections and non-clog cutterbar guards
• Adjusting hold-down clips and wearing plates
• Pickup reel disassembly and assembly
• Reel drive and auger drive slip clutch servicing

40 & 90 Series Corn Heads

• Auger removal, assembly, and installation
• Adjusting deck plates and trash knives
• Stalk roll servicing and row unit gear case diagnostics
• Replacing bearings, bushings, and drive shaft components
• Row unit slip clutch assembly and repair

50 & 50A Series Row Crop Heads

• Cross auger removal, repair, and reinstallation
• Gathering belt replacement and adjustment
• Rotary knife maintenance and section replacement
• Hydraulic cylinder safety stop adjustments

Lighting & Electrical Components

• Stubble light bulb replacement
• Header warning light bulb servicing

This John Deere 200 & 900 Series Cutting Platforms, 40 & 90 Series Corn Heads, 50 & 50A Series Row Crop Heads Technical Manual is an essential resource for farmers, mechanics, and harvesting professionals, providing comprehensive servicing, repair instructions, and component diagnostics to maintain efficient harvesting operations.