Check Twine Tension

CC9132-UN-23SEP98

A - Spring Balance

Raise needles until twine guide rivet is level with top of twine disk.

Attach a spring balance (A) to twine as shown. The twine must come out of twine box with a tension of 22—44 N (5—10 lb.). If tension is less, tighten adjusting nut. If a tension of more than 44 N (10 lb.) is measured, loosen the adjusting nut.

NOTE: Sisal twine in springy hay may need a slightly higher tension than 44 N (10 lb.).