Test Twine or Net Wrap Actuator Current (Channel 018)

Current overload protection to the twine actuator is bypassed when using channel 018. Extended use of channel 018 can cause actuator damage.

Channel 018 allows the operator to use the EXTEND key (B) and the RETRACT key (C) to position the actuator for service.

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BaleTrak™ Pro Monitor

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BaleTrak™ Plus Monitor

A - COUNTER Key

B - EXTEND Key

C - RETRACT Key

To Test Actuator (Motor and Linkage):

1. Remove the roll of net wrap material from the baler if testing the net actuator voltage. Otherwise, if the PTO is engaged with the net actuator extended, net feeds into the empty baler and can cause damage to the pickup or rotary feed system.

   If testing net and wrap actuator current, remove the roll of net wrap material from the baler.

2. Turn the tractor ignition key to the ON position. Do not start the tractor engine.

3. Press and hold the COUNTER key (A) while turning the monitor-controller ON.

4. Continue to hold the COUNTER key and press the PLUS key until CH018 appears in the digital display.

5. Release the COUNTER key; the digital display changes to show the actuator static current flow reading of 0 to 1.

6. Use the EXTEND key (B) and the RETRACT key (C) to operate the actuator in both directions. The display must show a current flow reading between 1 and 8 while the actuator motor is operating during mid stroke (no load).

   • Below normal readings indicate low tractor voltage, or poor or corroded harness connections
   • Above normal readings indicate binding linkage or partially shorted motor windings
   • A spike in the current reading indicates a mechanical obstruction to the linkage
   
   

7. Continue to operate the actuator to the fully retracted position. The display must show a stall (load) current reading between 22 and 30.

   • Below normal reading indicates bad or corroded harness connections
   • Above normal reading indicates partially shorted motor windings or actuator binding
   
   

8. Press the RETRACT key to move the actuator to the home position.

9. Turn the monitor-controller OFF. Turn the tractor ignition key to the OFF position and remove the key.