Beginning of Season
1.
Check and fill gear case to dipstick level. (See Lubrication and Maintenance section.)
2.
Lubricate complete machine. (See Lubrication and Maintenance section.) This will force any collected moisture out of the bearings.
3.
Check tires for correct air pressure.
4.
Make sure main drive slip clutch is free to slip. If clutch does not slip, damage to drive train may occur. (See SLIPPING THE MAIN DRIVE SLIP CLUTCH in Service-Baler section.)
5.
Tighten all hardware.
6.
Check all belt splice pins for breakage and wear. Replace as necessary.
7.
If equipped with fire extinguisher, follow manufacturers recommendation for inspection and maintenance. Refill, pressurize and test the fire extinguisher.
8.
Review Operator's manual and check adjustments.
9.
If equipped with gathering wheel, lubricate fittings and trip wheel. If wheel does not pivot freely by hand, remove wheel bracket from tube. Apply grease to pivoting surfaces and reassemble.
10.
Check function of oversize bale alarm. (See TESTING GATE LATCH AND OVERSIZE BALE SWITCHES in Service-Baler section.)
11.
Check bale diameter display. Actual bale diameter should match monitor bale diameter display. (See ADJUST BALE DIAMETER DISPLAY in Operating the Baler section.)
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