Checking Cutoff Indicator Channel Travel

causym CAUTION: Be careful when working around the knife. It is sharp. Wear gloves when handling knife.

NOTE: Cutoff indicator channel must have minimum of 6 mm (1/4 in.) of travel for correct switch operation.

1. Turn tractor key to ON position. Do not start tractor engine.

2. Momentarily press WRAP switch to move knife to the home (forward) position.

3. Turn tractor key to OFF position. Remove key. Disconnect net wrap controller power plug from tractor convenience outlet.

4. Open net wrap cover.

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5. Measure distance (C) with ruler (channel in forward position).

6. Connect controller power plug to tractor convenience outlet. Turn tractor key to ON position.

7. Move manual override switch to RETRACT position to move actuator to the rear position.

8. Turn tractor key to OFF position. Remove key. Disconnect net wrap controller power plug from tractor convenience outlet.

9. Measure distance (B) with ruler (channel in rear position).

The difference between (B and C) should be according to specifications.

Specification

Forward-to-Rear Position of Cutoff Channel -Distance (Minimum) 6 mm (0.25 in.)

If travel is less then specification, channel may be bent (bowed toward front of baler). Straighten or replace channel. (See STRAIGHTEN CUTOFF INDICATOR CHANNEL in this section.)

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A-Cutoff Indicator Channel
B-Channel Distance (Rear Position)
C-Channel Distance (Forward Position)

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