Prepare Baler for Field Operation

Before field operation, make sure that the following steps have been performed:

1. Twine loading and routing (see Preparing the Baler section)

2. Bale length adjustment (see Adjust Bale Length in this section)

3. Roller baffle adjustment (see Adjust Roller Baffle in this section)

4. Pickup working height (see Adjust Pickup Working Height in this section)

5. Bale density adjustment (see Pressure Control Mode in this section)

6. Bale chute in lower position (see Operate Bale Chute in this section)

7. Check weighing platform, making sure that it is empty and then zeroing out bale weight (see Zero the Weighing Platform in this section)

8. Last bale ejector in rest position (see Operate Last Bale Ejector in this section)

9. Precutter knife engagement, if equipped (see Operate Precutter Knives in this section)

10. Baler hydraulic and electrical circuits connected (see Attaching and Detaching section)

11. Release flywheel brake (see Attaching and Detaching section)

12. Tractor PTO running at 1000 rpm (see Tractor Operator’s Manual)