Start of Season

1. Check and fill gear case to the dipstick level. (See Lubrication and Maintenance section.)

2. Lubricate complete machine. (See Lubrication and Maintenance section.) This procedure removes moisture out of the bearings.

3. Check tires for correct air pressure.

4. Make sure that the main drive slip clutch is free to slip. If the clutch does not slip, damage to the drivetrain can occur. (See Adjust Main PTO Driveline Slip Clutch in Service—Baler section.)

5. Baler is equipped with the pickup slip clutch. Ensure that slip clutch is free to slip. (See Check Pickup Slip Clutch in Service—Baler section.)

6. Tighten all hardware.

7. Check all belt splice pins for breakage and wear. Replace as necessary.

8. If equipped with the fire extinguisher, follow manufacturers recommendation for inspection and maintenance. Refill, pressurize, and test the fire extinguisher.

9. Review operator's manual and check adjustments.

10. Check function of oversize bale alarm. (See Adjust Gate Latch Proximity Switches and Adjust Oversize Bale Switch in Service—Baler section.)

11. Check bale diameter display. Actual bale diameter must match monitor bale diameter display.

12. Baler has the net wrap unit installed. Check areas that can contact the net wrap. These areas must be clean and smooth to help prevent mesh wrappage on rubber roll. Polish all of sheet metal area until smooth using Scotch-Brite® or ultra-fine sandpaper. When using sandpaper, polish marks must be parallel to movement of mesh.

13. Baler has the net wrap unit installed, remove, and clean brush behind cut-off knife. (See Remove And Install Knife in Service—Net Wrap section.)

14. To confirm grease flow, check all grease lines.