Locking the Gate

While working inside or around the baler with an open gate, the gate lock lever and channel must be moved to locked position. Use this safety feature anytime the gate is open. Close the gate anytime the baler must be left unattended.

If gate is not locked while performing this procedure, the gate could close suddenly causing injury or death.

If the gate cannot be fully raised to engage the gate lock channel (A) during service, use a hoist or appropriate lifting device to support gate.

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A - Channel

B - Lever, Gate Lock Position

C - Unlocked Position

D - Locked Position

E - Inside Surface

F - Inside of Channel

G - Cap Screw

If the hydraulic lift system fails, channel (A) locks the left-hand gate lift cylinder to prevent the grate from falling.

To lock gate in open position:

1. Raise gate fully.

2. Move lever (B) to locked position (D). The inside surface (E) of channel (A) must contact the top of the cylinder rod. If channel (A) does not contact top of cylinder (as shown), adjust gate lock channel (A) side-to-side to engage cylinder rod and/or loosen cap screw (G), see your John Deere dealer or qualified service provider.

3. Lower gate cylinder slowly, approximately 20 mm (3/4 in). Ensure gate lock channel (A) is against top of cylinder rod and end of cylinder barrel. If inside of channel (F) of gate lock channel (A) is not against top of cylinder rod and end of cylinder, see your John Deere dealer or qualified service provider.

To unlock gate:

1. Move lever (B) to unlocked position (C).

2. Lower the gate.