Activate Optional Variable Core Operation (Channel 208)

The optional variable core operation can be turned OFF and ON by accessing channel 208.

The model number displayed on the monitor-controller must match the baler model number. The twine or net wrap application, slip clutch alert, and optional variable core features only operate correctly if the numbers match.


Turning Feature On and Off:

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BaleTrak™ Pro Monitor-Controller Shown

A - COUNTER Key

B - NUMBER OF WRAPS Key

C - PLUS Key

  1. Turn tractor key to ON position. Do not start the tractor.

  2. Press and hold both COUNTER key (A) and NUMBER OF WRAPS key (B) for the BaleTrak™ Pro or COUNTER key and BALE SIZE for the BaleTrak™ Plus while turning the monitor-controller to ON. CH201 must be displayed.

  3. Release both keys. Baler model is displayed.

  4. Press and hold COUNTER key (A) and press the PLUS key (C) until CH208 is displayed.

  5. Release COUNTER key (A).

  6. To change the displayed value to the 0 (variable core OFF) or 1 (variable core ON), press the PLUS or MINUS key.

  7. To enter the setting into memory, turn the monitor-controller OFF.

  8. To verify the baler model number, turn the monitor-controller ON. Model number is displayed for approximately 2 seconds. If displayed model number is incorrect, see Baler Model Program (Channel 201) in this section.

  9. Turn tractor key to OFF position and remove key.


BaleTrak is a trademark of Deere & Company

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