Test Gate Closed and Oversize Bale Switches—Monitor-Controller Assisted Test (Channels 013 and 014)

1. The microswitch position and operation can be checked by using the monitor-controller diagnostic channels.

   Start tractor engine.

2. 
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   BaleTrak™ Pro Monitor-Controller

   
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   BaleTrak™ Plus Monitor-Controller

   A - COUNTER Key

   B - PLUS Key

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

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3. Continue to hold the COUNTER key and press the PLUS key (B) until the digital display shows the desired channel.

4. Release the key and view the reading (gate closed).

5. Tension arm must be fully raised for the oversize bale switch to be closed.

   Open gate and view reading or listen for tone.

6. If readings are not as shown, adjust the switch position and test again. (See Adjust Gate Closed Switch and Adjust Oversize Bale Switch in this section.)

   Diagnostic Channel	Function	Gate Closed Reading	Gate Open Reading
   013	Oversize Bale Switch	012 (Switch Released)	00 (Switch Depressed) (Tone)
   014	Gate Switch	00 (Switch Depressed)	012 (Switch Released) (Tone)

   Channel 013 is also used to verify the B-Wrap sensor. If metal is waved in front of the sensor then the Channel 013 reading goes to 00.

7. If switch adjustment does not produce normal readings:

   1. Turn the monitor-controller OFF. Turn tractor key to the OFF position. Remove the key.

   2. Check for correct wire connections. (See Wire Harness Diagram—Baler in this section.)

   3. Check the wire harness for cuts and breaks.

   4. Check harness connectors for damaged (pushed back) terminals.

   5. Replace the switch if necessary. (See a John Deere dealer or qualified service provider.)