457, 457 Silage Special, and 557 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
Using Right-Hand Rear-View Mirror
Using Extended Rear-View Mirror
Section : 16 - Preparing the Tractor for BALEWATCH™
Installing BALEWATCH™ Monitor on 6000 Series Open-Station Tractor
Installing BALEWATCH™ Monitor on 7000/7010 Series Open-Station Tractor
Installing BALEWATCH™ Monitor in SOUND-GARD® Cab
Installing BALEWATCH™ Monitor in COMFORTGARD™ Cab
Section : 17 - Preparing the Tractor for BALETRAK PLUS®
Installing BALETRAK PLUS® Monitor-Controller on Open-Station Tractor
Installing BALETRAK PLUS® Monitor-Controller in ComfortGard™ Cab
Installing BALETRAK PLUS® Monitor-Controller In SOUND-GARD® Cab
Section : 20 - Preparing the Baler
Look For Supplemental Information
Checking Bale Size Switch (BALEWATCH™ System)
Checking Oversize Bale Switch (BALETRAK PLUS® System)
Selecting Twine
Loading Twine Boxes
Routing Twine-Right-Hand Side (Rear Arm)
Routing Twine-Left-Hand Side (Front Arm)
Adjusting Twine Spacing-Hydraulic Double Twine Wrap (BALEWATCH™ System)
Wheel Spindle Positions 11L-14 Tires-Regular or MEGATOOTH™ Pickup (457 and 557)
Wheel Spindle Position 11L-14 Tires-MegaWide Pickup (457 and 557)
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
Checking Gate Lock Valve Interlock Lever Adjustment
Section : 25 - Preparing Baler for Net Wrap
Selecting Net Wrap Material
Care of Net Wrap Material
Opening and Closing Net Wrap Cover
Using Net Wrap After Extended Storage
Manually Releasing Net Wrap Brake
Threading Net Wrap and Routing Through Rolls
Section : 30 - 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
Connecting Baler Wiring Harnesses to Tractor-BALEWATCH™ System
Connecting Baler Wiring Harness to Tractor-BALETRAK PLUS® System
Connecting Tail/Warning Light Plug to Tractor
Detaching Baler From Tractor
Section : 35 - Transporting
Preparing Baler for Transport
Follow Safe Transport Procedures
Lighting Enhancement Module Operation
Keep Riders Off Machine
Using Extended Rear-View Mirror
Section : 40 - Handling Round Bales
Handling Round Bales With Bale Fork
Handling Round Bales With Grapple
Handling Round Bales With Net Wrap
Feeding Round Bales
Section : 45 - Operating the Baler
Manually Releasing Net Wrap Brake
How the Baler Forms a Bale
Crop Preparation
Breaking-In Baler
Keep Riders Off Machine
Weaving in the Windrow
Adjusting Twine Tension
Adjusting Pickup Height
Adjusting Gauge Wheels
Adjusting Gathering Wheel Height (If Equipped)
Locking the Gate
Unplugging Baler With Hydraulic Pickup Lift (If Equipped)
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)
Understanding Bale Ramp Regulator (Relief) Valve
Adjusting Bale Ramp (If Equipped)
Section : 46 - Operating Baler with BALEWATCH™ System
Indicators for Baler Operation
Normal BALEWATCH™ Operations
Recommended Baling Guidelines
Interpreting Bale Shape Indicators
Operating Wrap Control (Hydraulic Actuated Twine Arms)
Checking Baler Performance in the Field
Adjusting Audible Bale Size Alarm Volume
Adjusting Twine Guide(s) (If Equipped)
Adjusting Bale Size Audible Indicator
Understanding Variable Core Feature (If Equipped)
Operating Variable Core (If Equipped)
Section : 47 - Operating Baler with
BALETRAK PLUS® System
BALETRAK PLUS® Monitor-Controller System Introduction
BALETRAK PLUS® Monitor-Controller Description
BALETRAK PLUS® Monitor-Controller Keys and Switches
BALETRAK PLUS® Monitor-Controller Displays and Indicators
BALETRAK PLUS® Monitor-Controller Setup Values and Initial Settings
BALETRAK PLUS® Monitor-Controller Diagnostic and Setup Modes
BALETRAK PLUS® Monitor-Controller Diagnostic and Setup Channels
Operating BALETRAK PLUS® Monitor-Controller
Resetting BALETRAK PLUS® Monitor-Controller To Initial Settings (Channel 01)
Activating BALETRAK PLUS® Monitor-Controller Alarms
Adjusting Audible Alarm Volume
Setting Bale Diameter
Adjusting Bale Diameter Display
Understanding Optional Variable Core Feature
Adjusting Variable Core Diameter (If Equipped)
Understanding Twine Wrap Terms and Settings
Setting Twine Spacing
Setting Number of Twine End Wraps
Setting Twine End Wrap Distance
Setting Number of Net Wraps (If Equipped)
Recommended Baling Guidelines
Interpreting Bale Shape Indicators
Viewing and Resetting Bale Counters
Using Manual Actuator, Wrap, and Bypass Switches
Using Bypass Switch (Twine Wrap Only)
Using Dry Straw Twine Wrap Program (Advanced Operational Information) (Channel 17)
Setting Twine Re-Extension or Cinch Wrap Distance (Advanced Operational Information) (Channel 18)
Setting Bale Shape Sensitivity (Advanced Operational Information) (Channel 24)
Setting Near-Full Indicator Set Point (Advanced Operational Information) (Channel 25)
Adjusting Net Wrap Delay (Advanced Operation Information) (Channel 26)
Changing Monitor-Controller Display to Metric or English Units
Changing Baler Model Program
Section : 50 - Attachments
Hitch Conversion Kit
Pickup Gauge Wheels (Regular Pickup)
Gathering Wheels
Hi-Flotation Tires
High-Moisture Kit (457 and 557)
Hydraulic Pickup Lift
Hydraulic Bale Ramp
Adjustable Twine Guide(s)
Belt Lacing Tool
Skiving Tool
Electrical Outlet Socket
Rear-View Mirror Extension
Right-Hand Rear-View Mirror
Drawbar Shield
Variable Core Valve-BALEWATCH™ System
Variable Core Valve-BALETRAK PLUS® System
CoverEdge™ Surface Wrap Unit
BALETRAK PLUS® Monitor-Controller (If Equipped)
BALEWATCH™ OR BALETRAK PLUS® Monitor-Controller Mounting Brackets
Mounting Kit for Open Station 6000 and 7000 Series Tractors
Bale Counter (BALEWATCH™ System)
Fire Extinguisher
Allied Equipment
Section : 55 - 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 50 Hours
Every 100 Hours
Annually
Section : 60 - Troubleshooting
PTO Driveline Difficulties
Main Drive Slip Clutch (If Equipped) Difficulties
Drive Chain Difficulties
Gear Case Difficulties
Diagnosing Hydraulic Functions
Twine Wrap Difficulties-BALEWATCH™ System
Twine Wrap Difficulties-BALETRAK PLUS® System
BALETRAK PLUS® Monitor-Controller Difficulties
Feeding Difficulties
Pickup Difficulties
Bale Quality-BALEWATCH™ System
Bale Quality-BALETRAK PLUS® System
General Baler Difficulties-BALEWATCH™ System
General Baler Difficulties-BALETRAK PLUS® System
Bale Ramp Difficulties
High-Moisture Kit (Silage Baling) Difficulties
Net Wrap Difficulties
Section : 65 - Service-Baler
Detailed Service Information
Practice Safe Service Procedures
Fire Prevention
Keep Service Area Clean
Service Tires Safely
Hydraulic System Diagram
Rotating Output Shaft By Hand
Adjusting Lower Belt Drive Roll Chain
Adjusting Upper Roll Drive Chain
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 (457 and 557)
Adjusting Pickup Drive Belt Idler-Regular Pickup (457 and 557)
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 (457 and 557)
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 Clearance Between Cutter Link Support and Twine Arm
Adjusting Front Twine Arm
Adjusting Twine Cutter-to-Twine Arm
Twine Arm Timing (557)
Checking and Adjusting Twine Cutter Knife
Adjusting Twine Arm-to-Starter Roll, Cutter Link Support, and Twine Arm Stop
Adjusting Lower Feed Roll Scraper
Adjusting Starter Roll Scraper (If Equipped)
Adjusting Auger Scrapers (MegaWide Pickup)
Checking and Adjusting Clearance Between Cleaning Auger and Staggered Belt Roll (457S)
Adjusting Twine Indicator Retaining Strap
Adjusting Bale Size Indicator
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
Correct Belt Lacing and Pin Installation
Incorrect Belt Lacing and Pin Installation
Installing Belts
Repairing Belts
Belts Eligible for Warranty Replacement
Belts Not Eligible for Warranty Replacement
Section : 66 - Service-BALEWATCH™System
BALEWATCH™ System Wiring Diagram
Variable (Soft) Core Wiring Diagram (If Equipped)
Baler Wiring Harness Diagram (BALEWATCH™ System)
Adjusting Twine Arm Distance From Right Sidesheet-457 and 457S (Hydraulic)
Adjusting Twine Arm Distance From Right Sidesheet-557 (Hydraulic)
Adjusting Twine Cutter Tension (Hydraulic)
Adjusting Hydraulic Twine Arm Cylinder Initial Length
Installing Hydraulic Twine Arm Cylinder-457 and 457S
Installing Hydraulic Twine Arm Cylinder-557
Adjusting Bale Shape Sender
Adjusting Bale Size Switch
Adjusting Bale Size Link for Maximum Bale Size
Adjusting Variable (Soft) Core Switch (If Equipped)
Section : 67 - Service-BALETRAK PLUS® System
BALETRAK PLUS® System Component Locations
BALETRAKPLUS® Control System Wiring Diagram
Wiring Harness Diagram-BALETRAK PLUS® Monitor-Controller
Wiring Harness Diagram-Baler
Replacing Monitor-Controller Fuse and Relay
Adjusting Twine Arm Distance From Right Sidesheet (Electric) (457 and 457S)
Twine Electric Actuator Installation Adjustment
Adjusting Twine Cutter Tension (Electric)
Replacing Twine Wrap Sensor
Replacing Bale Diameter Sensor
Replacing Bale Shape Sensor
Replacing Gate Close Switch
Replacing Oversize Bale Switch
Adjusting Twine Wrap Sensor (Channel 03-With Sound)
Adjusting Bale Diameter Sensor (Channel 05-With Sound)
Adjusting Bale Shape Bar Display-Field Procedure (Channels 07 and 09)
Adjusting Bale Shape Sensor (Channels 07 and 09-With Sound)
Testing Gate Close and Oversize Bale Switches-Monitor-Controller Assisted Test (Channels 11 and 12)
Testing Twine Wrap Actuator Current (Channel 14)
Testing Tractor Convenience Outlet Voltage (Channel 15)
Testing Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Panel (Channel 16)
Adjusting Oversize Bale Switch
Adjusting Bale Size Link For Maximum Bale Size (Oversize Warning)
Adjusting Gate Close Switch
Section : 70 - Service-Net Wrap
Detailed Service Information
Practice Safe Service Procedures
Releasing Net Wrap Feed Roll Brake
Correcting Net Wrap Feeding Problems
Repairing Cuts on Rubber Feed Roll
Adjusting Net Wrap Counterknife
Checking and Adjusting Net Wrap Feed Roll Brake
Adjusting Net Wrap Feed Roll Pressure
Testing Net Wrap Switch-Monitor-Controller Assisted Test (Channel 10)
Checking and Adjusting Net Wrap Switch
Final Adjustment of Net Wrap Switch-In Field
Removing and Installing Net Wrap Cutoff Knife
Sharpening Net Wrap Cutoff Knife
Testing Net Wrap Actuator Current (Channel 14)
Removing Net Wrap Actuator
Installing Net Wrap Actuator
Removing and Installing Net Wrap V-Belt
Checking and Adjusting Lower Net Wrap Guide
Adjusting Net Wrap Stretch
Checking and Adjusting Net Wrap V-Belt Idler Tension
Section : 75 - Storage
Storing Baler (End of Season)
Removing Baler from Storage (Beginning of Season)
Section : 80 - Assembly
Perform Predelivery Service Safely
Remove Shipping Skids and Install Wheels (557)
Check Wheel Nut Torque
Check Tire Inflation Pressures
Route Hydraulic Hoses and Wiring Harness
Install Gauge Wheels (Regular or MEGATOOTH™ Pickup)
Install Gauge Wheel Arm Assembly (MegaWide Pickup)
Install Electric Actuated Controller
Install PTO Driveline
Install Safety Chain
Install Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) Sign in Operating Position
Install Bale Counter (Optional) (BALEWATCH™ System)
Install Fire Extinguisher-457 and 557
Install Fire Extinguisher-457S
Section : 85 - Specifications
BALETRAK PLUS® Monitor-Controller Specifications
Machine Specifications-457, 457 Silage Special and 5571
Record Product Identification Numbers
Record Baler Serial Number
Record Net Wrap Serial Number (If Equipped)
Metric Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values
Unified Inch Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values
Section : 90 - 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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