Install Wheel Spindles on 459 Baler with Regular Pickup and 11L-14 Tires

NOTE: Wheel spindles and tires are factory installed in the shipping position on baler with regular pickup. Change spindles from shipping position to normal position.

IMPORTANT: Do not operate baler with wheel spindle in shipping position.

NOTE: Wheel spindle position controls baler height and feeding capacity.

NOTE: Normal position illustrated is used for most baling conditions. For other crop conditions, see WHEEL SPINDLE POSITIONS in Preparing the Baler section.

1. IMPORTANT: When raising baler with a jack or hoist, place a jackstand or equivalent support under baler frame (A) before installing spindles and tires.

   
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   Normal Position—Optional Bale Ramp Shown

   
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   Raised Position—Optional Bale Ramp Shown

   A - Location (Baler Frame)

   B - Cap Screw, M16 x 160-10.9 (4 used)

   C - Flange Nut, M16 (4 used)

   D - Spindle

   Park baler on level surface.

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2. Using a jack or hoist, raise one side of baler. Place a jackstand, or equivalent support, under baler frame (A)

3. Remove cap screws (B), flange nuts (C), and spindle (D).

4. Install spindle (D) with hub offset up. Fasten with cap screws (B) and flange nuts (C) using the top and third notches in spindle (D). Tighten flange nuts to specification.

   Item	Measurement	Specification
   Flange Nuts	Torque	237 N·m (175 lb.-ft.)

5. Repeat procedure on opposite side.