OME97080: 456,112001 456 Silage Special, 112701 and 556113001Round Balers table of contents

456,112001 456 Silage Special, 112701 and 556113001Round Balers

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Forward
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
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

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 BALE WATCH™ Monitor on 6000 Series Open-Station Tractor
Installing BALE WATCH™ Monitor on 7000/7010 Series Open-Station Tractor
Installing BALE WATCH™ Monitor in SOUND-GARD® Cab
Installing BALE WATCH™ Monitor in COMFORTGARD™ Cab
Installing Electric Actuated Twine or Net Wrap Controller (If Equipped) on Open-Station Tractor
Installing Electric Actuated Twine or Net Wrap Controller (If Equipped) in Cab
Using Right-Hand Rear-View Mirror
Using Extended Rear-View Mirror

Section : 20 - Preparing the Baler

Checking Bale Size Switch
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 (If Equipped)
Adjusting Twine Spacing-Electric Double Twine Wrap (If Equipped)
Wheel Spindle Positions 11L-14 Tires-Regular or MEGATOOTH™ Pickup (456/556)
Wheel Spindle Position 11L-14 Tires-Wide Pickup (456)
Wheel Spindle Positions 31 x 13.5-15 Tires-Regular or MEGATOOTH™ Pickup
Wheel Spindle Positions 31 x 13.5-15 Tires-Wide Pickup (456/456S)
Adjusting Wheel Spindles
Tire Inflation Pressures
Checking Wheel Nut Torque

Section : 25 - Preparing Baler for Net Wrap

Selecting Net Wrap Material
Care of Net Wrap Material
Additional Net Wrap Storage
Opening and Closing Net Wrap Cover
Using Net Wrap After Extended Storage¹
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
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 Round Bale Hugger
Handling Round Bales With Net Wrap
Feeding Round Bales

Section : 45 - Operating the Baler

How the Baler Forms a Bale
Crop Preparation
Breaking-In Baler
Keep Riders Off Machine
Indicators for Baler Operation
Normal BALE WATCH™ Operations
Recommended Baling Guidelines
Interpreting Bale Shape Indicators
Weaving in the Windrow
Operating Wrap Control-Hydraulic Actuated Twine Arms
Operating Wrap Control-Electric Actuated Twine Arms
Operating Net Wrap Control
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-Regular or MEGATOOTH™ Pickup
Adjusting Gauge Wheels-Wide Pickup (456/456S)
Adjusting Gathering Wheel Height (If Equipped)
Checking Gate Lock Valve Interlock Lever Adjustment
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 (Regular or MEGATOOTH™ Pickup)
Adjusting Compressor Rod Channel (MEGATOOTH™ Pickup)
Setting Pickup Feeder Forks (Wide Pickup-456/456S)
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
Understanding Variable Core Feature (If Equipped)
Operating Variable Core (If Equipped)
Operating Baler With Bale Ramp (If Equipped)
Understanding Bale Ramp Regulator (Relief) Valve
Adjusting Bale Ramp (If Equipped)

Section : 50 - Attachments

Hitch Conversion Kit
Pickup Gauge Wheels
Gathering Wheels
Hi-Flotation Tires
High-Moisture Kit (456 and 556)
Gate Deflectors (456 and 556)
Hydraulic Pickup Lift
Electric Double Twine Wrap
Hydraulic Bale Ramp
Adjustable Twine Guide(s)
Belt Lacing Tool (Lacer Vise)-456 and 556
Belt Lacing Tool-456S
Skiving Tool
Electrical Outlet Socket
Rear-View Mirror Extension
Right-Hand Rear-View Mirror
Drawbar Shield
Variable Core Valve
Surface Wrap Unit
Buildup Reduction Scraper Kit
Mounting Brackets for Electric Twine or Net Wrap Controller (If Equipped)
BALE WATCH™ Monitor Mounting Brackets
Mounting Kit for Open Station 6000 and 7000 Series Tractors
Bale Counter
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-456 and 556
Belt Pins-456S
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
Feeding Difficulties
Pickup Difficulties
Bale Quality
General Baler Difficulties
Bale Ramp Difficulties
High-Moisture Kit (Silage Baling) Difficulties
Net Wrap Difficulties

Section : 65 - Service-Baler

Detailed Service Information-Use TM1767
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)
Net Wrap Actuator Wiring Diagram (If Equipped)
Variable (Soft) Core Wiring Diagram (If Equipped)
Hydraulic System Diagram
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)
Pickup Idler Spring Dimension-Regular Pickup (456 and 556)
Adjusting Pickup Belt Idler-Regular Pickup (456 and 556)
Adjusting Pickup Drive Chains- MEGATOOTH™ Pickup
Adjusting Pickup Drive Chains-Wide Pickup (456/456S)
Checking Pickup Slip Clutch Torque ( MEGATOOTH™ or Wide-456/456S)
Adjusting Pickup Float Springs-Regular Pickup (456 and 556)
Adjusting Pickup Float Springs- MEGATOOTH™ Pickup
Adjusting Pickup Float Springs-Wide Pickup (456/456S)
Adjusting Pickup Lift Crank Stop Nuts (Wide Pickup-456/456S)
Hydraulic Pickup Lift Cylinder Dimension (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 (456/456S)
Adjusting Twine Arm Distance From Right Sidesheet-Hydraulic System (556)
Adjusting Twine Arm Distance From Right Sidesheet-Electric System (456/456S)
Adjusting Front Twine Arm
Adjusting Twine Cutter to Twine Arm
Twine Arm Timing (556)
Checking Knife Adjustment
Twine Electric Actuator Installation Adjustment
Adjusting Twine Arm to Starter Roll, Cutter Link Support, and Twine Arm Stop
Hydraulic Twine Arm Cylinder Initial Length
Installing Hydraulic Twine Arm Cylinder-456/456S
Installing Hydraulic Twine Arm Cylinder-556
Adjusting Lower Feed Roll Scraper
Adjusting Starter Roll Scraper (If Equipped)
Adjusting Idler Roll Scrapers (If Equipped)
Adjusting Auger Scrapers (Wide Pickup-456/456S)
Checking and Adjusting Clearance Between Cleaning Auger and Staggered Belt Roll (456S)
Adjusting Bale Size Switch
Adjusting Bale Size Link for Maximum Bale Size
Adjusting Bale Shape Senders
Adjusting Twine Indicator Retaining Strap
Adjusting Bale Size Indicator
Adjusting Take-Up Arm Compression Spring
Adjusting Variable (Soft) Core Switch (If Equipped)
Checking Microswitches
Raising Gate With Hoist
Removing and Installing Bale Ramp (If Equipped)
Checking Belt Pins-456 and 556
Checking Belt Pins-456S
Checking Belt Tracking
Adjusting Belt Tracking
Correct Belt Lacing and Pin Installation (456S)
Incorrect Belt Lacing and Pin Installation (456S)
Installing Belts-456 and 556
Installing Belts-456S
Repairing Belts-456 and 556
Repairing Belts-456S
Belts Eligible for Warranty Replacement
Belts Not Eligible for Warranty Replacement

Section : 70 - Service-Net Wrap

Detailed Service Information-Use TM1767
Practice Safe Service Procedures
Releasing Net Wrap Feed Roll Brake
Correcting Net Wrap Feeding Problems
Repairing Cuts on Feed Roll
Decreasing Net Wrap Brake Bar Tension
Increasing Net Wrap Brake Bar Tension
Adjusting Net Wrap Knife Arm Stop
Checking and Adjusting Net Wrap Feed Roll Brake
Adjusting Net Wrap Feed Roll Pressure
Checking and Adjusting Net Wrap Switch
Checking Cutoff Indicator Channel Travel
Straighten Cutoff Indicator Channel
Removing and Installing Net Wrap Knife
Sharpening Net Wrap Cutoff Knife
Removing Net Wrap Actuator
Installing Net Wrap Actuator
Removing and Installing Net Wrap V-Belt
Removing and Installing Net Wrap V-Belt Idler Arm
Checking Net Wrap V-Belt Idler Arm Adjustment
Adjusting Net Wrap Roll Support Brackets
Checking and Adjusting Lower Net Wrap Guide

Section : 75 - Storage

Storing Baler (End of Season)
Removing Baler from Storage (Beginning of Season)

Section : 80 - Assembly

Perform Predelivery Service Safely
Remove and Install Spindles and Wheels (456/456S-Wide Pickup)
Install Wheels (556)
Check Wheel Nut Torque
Route Hydraulic Hoses and Wiring Harness
Install Gauge Wheels (MEGATOOTH™ Pickup)
Install Electric Actuated Controller(s)
Install PTO Driveline
Install Safety Chain
Install SMV Sign in Operating Position
Check Tire Inflation Pressures
Install Bale Counter (Optional)
Install Fire Extinguisher-456 and 556
Install Fire Extinguisher-456S

Section : 85 - Specifications

Machine Specifications-456, 456 Silage Special and 556¹
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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