Test Net Wrap Actuator Current (Channel 018)

Channel 018 allows operator use of EXTEND and RETRACT keys to position net actuator for service.

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BaleTrak™ Pro Monitor-Controller

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BaleTrak Plus Monitor-Controller

A - COUNTER Key

B - EXTEND Key

C - RETRACT Key

To test actuator (motor and linkage):

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

2. With monitor-controller in NET mode, press and hold COUNTER key (A) while turning monitor-controller ON.

3. Continue to hold COUNTER key and press PLUS key until CH 018 appears in digital display.

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

5. To operate the actuator in both directions, use the EXTEND and RETRACT (B and C) keys. Display must show a current flow reading between 1—8 while 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
   • Current spike reading indicates mechanical obstruction to linkage
   
   

6. Net wrap actuator is at full stroke position when actuator is fully extended.

   Continue to operate the actuator to full stroke position. Display must show stall (load) current reading between 20—30.

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

7. To move the counterknife to the home position, press the EXTEND or RETRACT (B and C) keys.

8. Turn monitor-controller OFF. Turn tractor key to OFF position. Remove key.