Baler Performance in the Field

A performance check for the baler can be done after baler break-in period of 50 bales.

1. Set tractor tires at least as wide as the baler pickup (inside tire-to-tire dimension). (See ADJUST TRACTOR WHEELS in Preparing the Tractor section.)

2. Form a uniform windrow full width of baler pickup long enough to make one complete bale. Windrow width must be:

   • 469 and 469S; 1.22 m (4 ft.)
   • 569 and 569S; 1.52 m (5 ft.)
   
   

3. Adjust bale density valve for maximum density (turn valve knob clockwise until it stops).

4. Run tractor at 1800—2000 rpm. Certain crop conditions can require reduced engine speed and shifting transmission to higher gear to increase ground speed. Select a gear that will be approximately 6—8 km/h (4—5 mph).

5. Bale windrow. Observe bale density gauge on the baler and the bale shape bar on the monitor display.

   • After bale size reaches 0.91 m (3 ft.) or larger, the bale density gauge needle must almost reach the red zone.
   • As the bale is being formed, the bale shape bars must be able to reach 24 bars when the respective side of the chamber is full.
   
   

6. Bale must be tight with uniform density and even on both corners. If not, see Troubleshooting section.