447 and 547 Round Balers
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Dealer's Record
Predelivery
Delivery
After-Sale
Section : 05 - Safety
Recognize Safety Information
Understand Signal Words
Follow Safety Instructions
Protect Bystanders
Operate Baler Safely
Operate Safely on Slopes
Handle Round Bales Safely
Keep Riders Off Machine
Prepare For Emergencies
Fire Prevention
In Case of Fire
Wear Protective Clothing
Handle Chemical Products Safely
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Use Safety Lights and Devices
Use a Safety Chain
Tow Loads Safely
Observe Maximum Transport Speed
Practice Safe Maintenance
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
Dispose of Waste Properly
John Deere Round Baler Safety Features
Section : 10 - Safety Signs
Safety Signs
Section : 15 - Preparing the Tractor
Selecting Tractor PTO Speed
Adjusting Tractor Drawbar
Using Heavy-Duty Tractor Drawbar
Using Drawbar Shield
Making Drawbar Shield
Three-Point Hitch Position
Adjusting Tractor Wheels
Checking Ballast, Wheel Spacing, and Tire Inflation
Setting Tractor Hydraulic Outlets
Tractor Convenience Outlet
Installing Electric Actuated Twine Wrap Controller (If Equipped) on Open-Station Tractor
Installing Electric Actuated Twine Wrap Controller (If Equipped) in Cab
Using Right-Hand Rear View Mirror
Using Extended Rear-View Mirror
Section : 20 - Preparing the Baler
Look For Supplemental Information
Checking Bale Size Switch
Selecting Twine
Loading Twine Boxes
Routing Twine-Right-Hand Side (Rear Arm)
Routing Twine-Left-Hand Side (Front Arm-If Equipped)
Adjusting Twine Spacing-Hydraulic Double Twine Wrap (If Equipped)
Adjusting Twine Spacing-Electric Double Twine Wrap (If Equipped)
Wheel Spindle Positions 9.5L-14 Tires-Regular or MEGATOOTH™ Pickup
Wheel Spindle Position 9.5L-14 Tires-MegaWide Pickup
Wheel Spindle Positions 31 X 13.5-15 Tires-Regular or MEGATOOTH™ Pickup
Wheel Spindle Positions 31 X 13.5-15 Tires-MegaWide Pickup
Adjusting Wheel Spindles
Tire Inflation Pressures
Checking Wheel Nut Torque
Section : 25 - Attaching and Detaching
Assembling Main PTO Driveline Splined Telescoping Members (If Necessary)
Attaching Baler to Tractor Drawbar
Connecting PTO Driveline
Attaching to Tractor Hydraulic System
Using Tractor Convenience Outlet
Installing Bale Size Alarm
Connecting Baler Wiring Harness to Tractor
Connecting Tail/Warning Light Plug to Tractor
Detaching Baler From Tractor
Section : 30 - Transporting
Preparing Baler for Transport
Follow Safe Transport Procedures
Lighting Enhancement Module Operation
Keep Riders Off Machine
Using Extended Rear-View Mirror
Section : 35 - Handling Round Bales
Handling Round Bales With Bale Fork
Handling Round Bales With Grapple
Feeding Round Bales
Section : 40 - Operating the Baler
How the Baler Forms a Bale
Crop Preparation
Breaking-In Baler
Keep Riders Off Machine
Indicators For Baler Operation
Normal Baling Operation
Recommended Baling Guidelines
Interpreting Bale Shape Indicators
Weaving in the Windrow
Operating Wrap Control-Hydraulic Actuated Twine Arm(s)
Operating Wrap Control-Electric Actuated Twine Arm(s)
Checking Baler Performance in the Field
Adjusting Audible Bale Size Alarm Volume
Adjusting Twine Tension
Adjusting Pickup Height
Adjusting Twine Guide(s) (If Equipped)
Adjusting Gauge Wheels
Adjusting Gathering Wheel Height (If Equipped)
Locking the Gate
Unplugging Baler With Hydraulic Pickup Lift (If Equipped)
Adjusting Bale Size Audible Indicator
Removing Compressor Rack Assembly
Installing Compressor Rack Assembly
Adjusting Compressor Rack Assembly
Adjusting Compressor Rod Channel (MEGATOOTH™and MegaWide Pickup)
Starting a Bale in Difficult Conditions
Baling Short, Dry, Slick Crops
Baling Cornstalks
Baling Long, Stiff, Cane-Type Crops
Baling Wet Hay
Fire Prevention
Extinguishing a Fire
Operating Baler With Bale Ramp (If Equipped)
Adjusting Bale Ramp (If Equipped)
Section : 45 - Attachments
Hitch Conversion Kit
Pickup Gauge Wheels (Regular Pickup)
Gathering Wheels
Hi-Flotation Tires
High-Moisture Kit
Hydraulic Pickup Lift
Electric Single Twine Wrap
Electric Double Twine Wrap
Mounting Brackets For Electric Twine Wrap Controller (If Equipped)
Hydraulic Double Arm Twine Wrap
Bale Ramp
Adjustable Twine Guide(s)
Belt Lacing Tool (Lacer Vise)
Skiving Tool
Electrical Outlet Socket
Rear-View Mirror Extension
Right-Hand Rear View Mirror
Drawbar Shield
Fire Extinguisher and Mounting Bracket
Bale Counter
Allied Equipment
Section : 50 - Lubrication And Maintenance
Grease
Gear Case Oil
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
Observe Lubrication Symbols
Perform Lubrication and Maintenance
Fire Prevention
Belt Pins
Every 10 Hours
Every 30 Hours
Every 100 Hours
Annually
Section : 55 - Troubleshooting
PTO Driveline Difficulties
Main Drive Slip Clutch (If Equipped) Difficulties
Drive Chain Difficulties
Gear Case Difficulties
Diagnosing Hydraulic Functions
Twine Wrap Difficulties
Feeding Difficulties
Pickup Difficulties
Bale Quality
General Baler Difficulties
High-Moisture Kit Difficulties
Section : 60 - Service
Detailed Service Information
Practice Safe Service Procedures
Fire Prevention
Keep Service Area Clean
Service Tires Safely
Rotating Output Shaft By Hand
Baler Wiring Harness Diagram
Electric Twine Actuator Wiring Diagram (If Equipped)
Hydraulic System Diagram
Adjusting Lower Belt Drive Roll Chain
Adjusting Upper Roll Drive Chain
Reversible Heat-Treated Chain Guide
Replacing Main Drive Shear Bolt
Adjusting Main PTO Driveline Slip Clutch (If Equipped)
Slipping Main PTO Driveline Slip Clutch (If Equipped)
Adjusting Initial Length of Pickup Drive Belt Idler Spring (Regular Pickup)
Adjusting Pickup Belt Idler (Regular Pickup)
Adjusting Pickup Drive Chains-MEGATOOTH™ Pickup
Adjusting Pickup Drive Chains-MegaWide Pickup
Checking Pickup Slip Clutch Torque (MEGATOOTH™ or MegaWide)
Adjusting Pickup Float Springs-Regular Pickup
Adjusting Pickup Float Springs-MEGATOOTH™ Pickup
Adjust Pickup Float Springs-MegaWide Pickup
Adjusting Initial Length of Hydraulic Lift Cylinder (If Equipped)
Checking Pickup Tooth End Play
Adjusting Twine Cutter Tension-Hydraulic
Adjusting Twine Cutter Tension-Electric
Adjusting Clearance Between Cutter Link Support and Twine Arm
Adjusting Twine Arm Distance From Right Sidesheet-Hydraulic System (447)
Adjusting Twine Arm Distance From Right Sidesheet-Hydraulic System (547)
Adjusting Twine Arm Distance From Right Sidesheet-Electric System (447)
Adjusting Front Twine Arm (If Equipped)
Adjusting Twine Cutter-to-Twine Arm
Twine Arm Timing (547)
Checking Knife Adjustment
Twine Electric Actuator Installation Adjustment
Adjusting Twine Arm-to-Starter Roll, Cutter Link Support, and Twine Arm Stop
Adjusting Hydraulic Twine Arm Cylinder Initial Length
Installing Hydraulic Twine Arm Cylinder-447
Installing Hydraulic Twine Arm Cylinder-547
Adjusting Lower Feed Roll Scraper
Adjusting Starter Roll Scraper (If Equipped)
Adjusting Idler Roll Scrapers (High-Moisture Kit)
Adjusting Auger Scrapers (MegaWide Pickup)
Adjusting Bale Size Switch
Adjusting Bale Size Link for Maximum Bale Size
Adjusting Bale Shape Indicators
Adjusting Twine Indicator Retaining Strap(s)
Adjusting Bale Size Indicator
Removing and Installing Take-Up Arm Compression Spring
Adjusting Take-Up Arm Compression Spring
Checking Microswitches
Raising Gate With Hoist
Removing and Installing Bale Ramp (If Equipped)
Checking Belt Pins
Checking Belt Tracking
Adjusting Belt Tracking
Installing Belts
Repairing Belts
Belts Eligible for Warranty Replacement
Belts Not Eligible for Warranty Replacement
Section : 65 - Storage
Storing Baler (End of Season)
Removing Baler from Storage (Beginning of Season)
Section : 70 - Assembly
Perform Predelivery Service Safely
Install Wheels (547)
Check Wheel Nut Torque
Route Hydraulic Hoses and Wiring Harness
Install Gauge Wheels (MEGATOOTH™ Pickup)
Install Electric Actuated Twine Wrap Controller (If Equipped)
Install PTO Driveline
Install Safety Chain
Install SMV Sign in Operating Position
Check Tire Inflation Pressures
Install Bale Counter (Optional)
Install Fire Extinguisher (Optional)
Section : 75 - Specifications
447 and 547 Round Baler Specifications1
Record Product Identification Numbers
Record Baler Serial Number
Metric Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values
Unified Inch Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values
Section : 80 - Crime Prevention Tips
Help Prevent Crime
Record Ag Identification Numbers
Keep Proof of Ownership
Park Indoors Out of Sight
When Parking Outdoors
Reduce Vandalism
Report Thefts Immediately
Technical Information
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