| Both the Model 9895 and 9790 Combines utilize in their Feeding-System a 55.4 in. (1,408 mm) wide feed house and the Model 9690 feed house is 44.1 in. (1,121 mm) wide. To ensure smooth feeding, both incorporate a floating front feed drum equipped with shock absorbers to prevent drum bounce and keep the feed chain in constant contact with the incoming crop. Model 9895 and 9790 feature four rows , while the Model 9690 uses three rows of number 557 drive chain equipped with long life chrome pins . Large coil tension springs keep feed chains adjusted properly in heavy crop conditions. Heavy duty bolt on conveyor feed slats keep the crop moving to the full width helical vane front feeder. |