280 - 380 self-propelled baler

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

280 - 380 SELF-PROPELLED BALER

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CALIFORNIA

Proposition 65 WarningDiesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth de-

fects, and other reproductive harm.

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CONTENTSCONTENTS ............................................................................................................... II GENERAL OVERVIEW ............................................................................................IVGENERAL INFORMATION .......................................................................................VSAFETY ..................................................................................................................VIFIRE SAFETY ...........................................................................................................XSPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................................XIIINSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS ........................................................................1-1 Overhead Instruments and Controls ......................................................................................... 1-2 Control Switch Colors ............................................................................................................... 1-2 Armrest Control Panel .............................................................................................................. 1-3 Hydrostatic Drive Control Handle Function Controls ................................................................ 1-3 Baler Engage Switch ................................................................................................................ 1-4 Engine Speed Adjustment Switch ............................................................................................. 1-5

Field/Road Switch ..................................................................................................................... 1-6 In Cab Monitor (ICM) ................................................................................................................ 1-7 Corner Post Monitor ............................................................................................................... 1-21 Heater and Air Conditioning .................................................................................................... 1-25 Windshield Wiper Switch ........................................................................................................ 1-26 Light Control Switches ............................................................................................................ 1-27 Start Switches ......................................................................................................................... 1-27 Horn and Turn Signals ............................................................................................................ 1-28 Steering Adjustments .............................................................................................................. 1-29 Storage and Door Lock ........................................................................................................... 1-30 Emergency Exit ...................................................................................................................... 1-31 Seat .................................................................................................................................... 1-31MACHINE BREAK-IN ............................................................................................2-1PRE STARTING CHECKS .....................................................................................3-1OPERATING ENGINE (check with engine Manufactures Operators Manual) ......................4-1 OPERATING BALER .............................................................................................5-1 Preparing For Field ................................................................................................................... 5-1 Operating Speed ...................................................................................................................... 5-1 Starting Baler ............................................................................................................................ 5-1 Engaging Baler ......................................................................................................................... 5-3 Towing ...................................................................................................................................... 5-3SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS .........................................................................6-1 Tire and Wheels ........................................................................................................................ 6-1 Steering .................................................................................................................................... 6-2 Internal Park Brakes ................................................................................................................. 6-3 Final Drives ............................................................................................................................... 6-4 Air Conditioning ........................................................................................................................ 7-1 Needle ...................................................................................................................................... 8-1 Meter Trip Bar ........................................................................................................................... 8-2 Knotter Clutch ........................................................................................................................... 8-2 Knotter Brake ............................................................................................................................ 8-3 Twine Needle Adjustment ......................................................................................................... 8-4 Twine Finger Adjustment .......................................................................................................... 8-5

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Knotter Adjustment ................................................................................................................... 8-6 Feed Fork ................................................................................................................................ 8-7 Feed Arm .................................................................................................................................. 8-7 Feed Arm Safety Latch ............................................................................................................ 8-8 Plunger ..................................................................................................................................... 8-9 Plunger Safety Latch .............................................................................................................. 8-10 Plunger Knife .......................................................................................................................... 8-10 Pinion and Bullgear ................................................................................................................8-11 Bullgear Luber .........................................................................................................................8-11 Bale Length ............................................................................................................................ 8-12 Pick Up ................................................................................................................................... 8-12 Hay Saver Wheel .................................................................................................................... 8-13 Twine Routing ........................................................................................................................... 9-1FUEL,COOLANT AND LUBRICATIONS .............................................................10-1LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE ................................................................ 11-1 Fuses .....................................................................................................................................11-9TROUBLE SHOOTING ........................................................................................12-1 Knotter .................................................................................................................................... 12-1 ICM (In Cab Monitor) .............................................................................................................. 13-1 Air Conditioning ...................................................................................................................... 14-1 Heater .................................................................................................................................... 14-5 Drive System .......................................................................................................................... 14-6 Hydraulics ............................................................................................................................... 14-8 Electric .................................................................................................................................... 14-9 Power Screen ........................................................................................................................14-11 Steering ................................................................................................................................ 14-12 Throttle ................................................................................................................................. 14-13 Tires .................................................................................................................................. 14-13 Park Brake ............................................................................................................................ 14-14 Seat .................................................................................................................................. 14-14 Display .................................................................................................................................. 14-14 Radio .................................................................................................................................. 14-15

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Your decision to buy a Freeman Baler was a wise deci-sion. When it comes to Harvesting hay, Freeman is a solid investment. You will fi nd your new baler comes from a long history of top quality haying equipment. At Allied Systems Company, our goal is to provide you with the most rugged, highest capacity, longest lasting equipment available on the market.

Freeman Self Propelled Balers, manufactured by Allied Systems Co., combine the best of Freeman and John Deere technologies. Combining Freeman and John Deere components has saved thousands of dollars in research and development costs, yet we have produced the best Self Propelled baler on the market today. The baler frame and all baling components are Freeman designed and built. The operators cab, engine, planetary drives, hy-draulic pump and hydrostatic system are from John Deere (see Replacement Parts on next page).

At Allied Systems Company, safety is not just a word, it is the Rule. Allied Systems Company prides itself on an outstanding safety record. This concern for safety is dis-played in the equipment that we build. Special care has been taken while designing your Freeman baler to make it as safe as possible.

We recommend that you carefully read the entire manual before operating your new baler. Becoming fully ac-quainted with its performance features, adjustments, controls and maintenance schedules will be repaid in a long, satisfactory life of the product.

GENERAL OVERVIEW

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GENERAL INFORMATION

SERIAL NO. ASC-SP38-701 TO CURRENT AND 280S14-003 TO CURRENT

The purpose of this manual is to assist the operator in maintaining and operating a Freeman Self Pro-pelled Baler. Please read it carefully, as it provides important information and instructions that will help you achieve years of dependable equipment performance.

NOTE: Reference to left-hand and right-hand usage throughout this manual refers to the position when seated in the operator’s seat, facing forward.

Replacement Parts:

Only genuine Freeman and John Deere replacement parts should be used to service the baler. These parts are available from your authorized Freeman and John Deere dealer. To ensure prompt and effi cient service when ordering parts or requesting service repairs, remember to provide the dealer with the fol-lowing information: 1. The correct part description or part number. 2. The model number of the baler. 3. The serial number of the baler.

Use the Freeman and John Deere parts books you received with your baler for ordering parts.

Serial number location:

The serial number is very important in effectively transacting a parts order or service repair with the dealer. Use the serial number in all correspondence to ensure proper identifi cation of your Freeman baler. The serial number is located on the baling chamber as shown.

Serial Number Plate

Allied Systems Co. reserves the right to make changes to new equipment without incurring the obligation to make such changes to equipment previously manufactured.

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SAFETYGeneralThe following pages contain general safety warnings which supplement specifi c warnings and cautions appearing elsewhere in this manual. All electrical and hydraulic equipment is potentially hazardous. You must thoroughly review and understand this Safety Section before attempting to operate, trouble-shoot, maintain or service this baler.

Time, money and effort have been invested in mak-ing your Baler a safe product. The dividend from this investment is YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY.

However, it must be realized that no power-driven equipment can be any safer than the person behind the controls. If you don’t operate and maintain your Freeman Baler safely, our efforts will have been in vain.

The safety instructions and warnings, as docu-mented in this manual and shipped with the machine, provide the most reliable procedures for the safe operation and maintenance of your Baler. It’s your responsibility to see that they are carried out.

Allied Systems Company cannot anticipate all worksite conditions, local regulations, etc. It is the responsibility of the end user to be aware of and obey any specifi c worksite, local, state, or national regulations or procedures that are applicable to operating this baler.

NOTE: All possible safety hazards cannot be anticipated so as to be included in this manual. Therefore, you must always be alert to potential hazards that could endanger personnel and/or damage the equipment.

Safety SymbolsThe following symbols/terms are used to empha-size safety precautions and notices in this manual:

DANGERThe “DANGER” symbol indicates a hazard-ous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Carefully read the message that follows to prevent serious injury or death.

WARNINGThe “WARNING” symbol indicates a hazard-ous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Carefully read the message that follows to prevent serious injury or death.

CAUTIONThe “CAUTION” symbol indicates a hazard-ous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury, or equip-ment damage. Carefully read the message that follows to prevent minor or moderate injury.

NOTICEThe “NOTICE” symbol alerts to a situation that is not related to personal injury but may cause equipment damage.

NOTE: …

The term “NOTE” highlights operating procedures or practices that may improve equipment reliability and/or personnel performance, or to emphasize a concept.

Intended Use Statement:This baler is intended to gather and compress loose, fi brous material (i.e., hay) and form it into rectangular bales. Use in any other way is considered to be contrary to the intended use. If you are unsure of the material you intend to bale, consult the factory.

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Operation Warnings

WARNINGWarning: Failure to observe the following safety rules may result in extreme per-sonal injury, dismemberment or death. It is the operator’s responsibility to under-stand the proper and safe use of this baler.

• Make sure that you read, understand, and obey all of the safety precautions and operating in-structions in this Operator’s Manual.

• Keep this Operator’s Manual and the Safety Card (Allied form #89-028) with the baler at all times.

• Do not operate the baler unless you are au-thorized and trained to do so. If it has been some time since you last operated the baler, re-familiarize yourself with the baler before starting, then proceed slowly.

• Do not operate the baler if you are aware of any malfunctions, needed maintenance or repairs.

• Stop the baler immediately if any problems arise.

• Never allow others to ride on the baler.

• Never allow anyone within 10 ft of the baler while the baler is in operation.

• Never operate the baler without all safety shield-ing in place.

• Keep hands, feet, hair, jewelry and clothing away from moving parts, including but not limited to the pickup, knotter, and PTO shaft.

• Avoid wearing loose clothing which can easily be caught in moving parts.

• Use appropriate signs (i.e., Slow Moving Ve-hicle sign), signals or warning lights when transporting on highways.

• Always use lights when working at night or in low light conditions.

• Know your job-site rules. Some have site spe-cifi c directions and procedures. The methods outlined in this manual provide a basis for safe operation of the baler. Because of special con-ditions, your company’s baling procedures may be somewhat different from those shown in this manual.

• Do not start the tractor if the key had been marked with a “DO NOT START” or “RED” tag.

• Never operate any of the baler controls from anywhere other than the operator’s seat.

• Alert personnel in the area before starting the engine, and make sure everyone is clear. Be sure that all controls are in neutral and the baler is disengaged before starting the engine.

• Each country has its own safety legislation. It is in the operator’s own interest to be conversant with these regulations and to comply with them in full. This also applies to local bylaws and regulations in force on a particular worksite.

• Should the recommendations in this manual de-viate from those in the user’ country, the national regulations should be followed.

• Never attempt to disconnect any of the safety devices built into the baler or tractor.

• Maintain proper clearance from energized equip-ment, energized power lines or other power sources. High voltage electricity can discharge to ground without direct contact with the baler’s or tractor’s structure. If the baler or tractor contacts energized equipment, or if electrical energy does discharge through the machine—stay clear, and prevent anyone else from coming in contact with the baler or tractor. If you are on the tractor, stand fast, avoid contact with metal surfaces, and do not permit anyone to come into contact with the tractor or baler. Finally, Do not jump off.

Hydraulic Hazards Be aware of the hazards of pressurized hydraulics:

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• Wear personal protective equipment, such as gloves and safety glasses, whenever servicing or checking a hydraulic system.

• Assume that all hydraulic hoses and components are pressurized. Relieve all hydraulic pressure before disconnecting any hydraulic line.

• Never try to stop or check for a hydraulic leak with any part of your body; use a piece of cardboard to check for hydraulic leaks.

• Small hydraulic hose leaks are extremely danger-ous, and can inject hy-draulic oil under the skin, even through gloves.

• Infection and gangrene are possible when hy-draulic oil penetrates the skin. See a doctor immediately to prevent loss of limb or death.

Maintenance Safety• Perform all routine maintenance outlined in this

Operator’s Manual in the time intervals indicated.

• Maintenance, lubrication and repair of this machine can be dangerous unless performed properly. In order to ensure safety, each person working on this baler must have the necessary skills, information, tools and equipment, and sat-isfy himself that his work method is safe, correct, and meets his own company’s requirements.

• Do not attempt to make adjustments, or perform repairs unless you are authorized and qualifi ed to do so.

• Never attempt to service energized equipment alone. Someone capable of rendering aid in the event of accidental shock must be present.

• Do not rely on the hydraulic system to support any part of the baler during maintenance or lu-brication. Never stand under a baler component that is supported only by the hydraulic system. Ensure components are resting on their me-chanical stops or supported with appropriate safety stands during maintenance or lubrication.

• Never attempt servicing while the baler is mov-ing. Shut off the tractor and secure power.

• Shut off tractor and baler engine, engage the parking brake, disengage the baler, and wait for all movement to stop before adjusting, lubricat-ing, cleaning, or servicing the baler.

• Tag the key switch with a ”DO NOT START” sign and/or remove the key.

• Always perform all maintenance and lubrica-tion procedures with the baler on level ground, parked in a safe area.

• Block the tires to keep the machine from rolling.

• Any unauthorized modifi cations made to the baler by the customer or parties other than Allied Systems will relieve Allied Systems Company and your Freeman dealer of any liability for dam-age or injury.

• Replace any worn parts only with genuine Free-man parts. Call your dealer for assistance.

• Unless specifi ed in service procedures, never attempt maintenance or lubrication procedures while the baler is moving or the engine is running.

• Engine exhaust fumes can cause death. If it is necessary to run the engine in an enclosed space, remove the exhaust fumes from the area with an exhaust pipe exten-sion. Use ventilation fans and open shop doors to provide ad-equate ventilation.

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• DO NOT remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. The coolant will be under pressure and can fl ash to steam with explosive force, causing severe burns. To prevent burns, remove the ra-diator cap only when the engine is cool.

• Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can cause severe burns. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.

• Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep sparks, fl ame and cigarettes away. Ventilate when charg-ing or servicing in an en-closed space. Always shield your eyes when working near batteries. When removing bat-tery cables, discon-nect the negative (-) cable fi rst. When installing a battery, always connect the positive (+) cable fi rst. This pro-cedure will help to prevent a spark which could cause an explosion.

• Before making adjustments to the engine or chassis electrical system, disconnect the battery. An electrical spark could cause a fi re, explosion or severe burns.

Safety Equipment• Ensure test equipment is in good condition.

• If an instrument must be held while taking mea-surements, ground the case of the instrument before energizing equipment.

• Do not touch live equipment or personnel work-ing on live equipment while holding a multimeter. Some types of measuring devices should not be grounded—do not hold such devices while taking measurements.

• Prevent personal injury or equipment damage by using a lifting device with a lifting capacity greater than twice the weight of any equipment to be lifted.

• Always use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate to the situation. This may include the use of hearing protection, eye protection, a respirator, a hard hat, leather gloves, steel toed boots, etc.

Electrical Hazards• An electric shock could be fatal. Ensure power

to the baler is “OFF” before opening electrical panels.

• All electrical cables and connec-tors must be in good condition (free of corrosion, damage, etc). Use caution in wet weather to avoid danger from electrical shock. Never attempt electri-cal testing or repair while standing in wa-ter.

• Do not wear electrically conductive jewelry, cloth-ing, or other items while working on the electri-cal system.

Hot Oil Hazards• Burns from hot oil can be severe—Always allow

lubricating and hydraulic oil to cool before drain-ing.

Compressed Air Hazards• When using compressed air to dry parts, pres-

sure should not exceed 30 psi (200 kPa).

• Air pressure penetrating your skin can be fatal. Never direct compressed air at anyone.

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FIRE SAFETY

WARNINGWARNING: Diesel fuel and hydraulic oil are fl ammable. Never smoke while handling fuel or working on the fuel system. The fumes in an empty fuel container are explosive. Never cut or weld on or near fuel lines, tanks, or containers. Keep open fl ames and sparks away from the machine.

Reduce the Risk of Fire• Keep the baler free of oil, grease,

hay, and trash accumulations. Regular cleaning is recom-mended for fi re prevention and general safety. Use an approved solvent to clean machine parts. Never use gasoline or diesel fuel.

• Shut off the engine and electrical equipment while fi lling the fuel tank. Use extra caution when fueling a hot engine. Always ground the fuel nozzle against the fi ller neck to avoid sparks.

• Never overfi ll the fuel or hydraulic tanks. Any overfl ow could cause a fi re. Immediately repair any hydraulic or fuel leaks and clean up any spills.

• Handle all solvents and dry chemicals accord-ing to procedures identifi ed on manufacturer’s containers. Work in a well-ventilated area. Make sure you know where fi re extinguishers are kept and how to use them.

• Avoid spilling fuel or other hazardous liquids. If a spill occurs, follow local or state regulations for clean-up. Contact your state’s OSHA offi ce for details.

• Always ensure that excess grease and oil ac-cumulation, including spillage, is cleaned up immediately.

• Inspect the baler daily for potential fi re hazards and make any necessary repairs immediately.

• Check all the electrical wiring and connections for defects, and repair or replace as necessary. Keep battery terminals clean and tight.

• Never perform welding operations until the entire machine has undergone a thorough cleaning. In addition, cover rubber hoses, disconnect the battery, XA2 (located to the rear of the Feeder House about centered under the cab) and MD3 (located inside the cab, 1/2 way up the right A pillar) modules. Failure to disconnect these items could result in permanent damage. Have at least a fi re extinguisher at hand.

• Hydraulic fl uid is fl ammable. Do not weld on or near pipes, tubes, or hoses that are fi lled with fl uid. Do not smoke when checking or fi lling the tank. Keep open fl ames and sparks away from the baler.

• Hay dust is combustible. Do not have an open fl ame or weld in dusty environments.

• Maintain the engine cooling system to avoid overheating.

• Remember, there is always a risk of fi re.

Fire Fighting Equipment• It is recommended to carry an “ABC” fi re extin-

guisher on the baler or in the pull vehicle at all times. Install it within easy reach of the operator in a position that protects it from damage. Use only a “quick release” type of mount. It is also recommended to carry a four gallon water con-tainer with a pump, or as required by local and state law.

• Keep your fi re extinguisher(s) fully charged and in good working order. Know how to use them.

• Read and understand the instructions printed on the canisters and learn how to operate them. Learn how to remove the canisters from their mounting brackets in the shortest amount of time.

• Service the extinguisher according to the manu-facturer’s specifi cations. Service after every use, no matter how short a time.

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Fire Suppression• Do not panic. At the fi rst sign of trouble (burning

smell, smoke, visible fl ame, etc), stop the trac-tor and turn off the engine in the clearest area available.

• If the fi re cannot be extinguished safely, im-mediately evacuate the area. DO NOT attempt to extinguish it. DO NOT risk personal injury. Contact your local fi re department.

• If you have determined that the fi re may be safely extinguished, use the fi re extinguisher according to the manufacturer’s instructions, or use the water pump, aiming water at the base of the fi re.

• When the baler has fully cooled, thoroughly in-spect, and make all necessary repairs to return the baler to normal operation.

• Recharge or replace the extinguishers before returning to work.

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SPECIFICATIONS

General: For SN ASC-SP38-701 & ASC-SP38-702

For SN 280S14-003

Engine See: Engine Manufacturer's Opera-tor's Manual

PowerTech E 4.5L 4045

Overall Length 20 ft. 18 ft.

Overall Width 12.9 ft. 12.2 ft.

Overall Height 11 ft. 11 ft.

Weight 14,800 lbs. 14,000 lbs.

Pickup Width 73 inch.

Fuel Tank 30 Gal.

Feed System Adjustable Feed Arm, Swings on Tapered Bearings In Sealed Tube

Bullgears On Tapered Roller Bearings

Tires:

Front 18.4-26 / 30 psi

Rear 21.5-16 / 28 psi.

Max Road Speed 15 mph

Plunger:

Plunger Speed 84 Strokes Per Minute

Stroke Length 30 in.

Drive Heavy Duty Bullgears

Bale Chamber:

Height 14,15,16 or 17 in. 14 in.

Width 3 tie: 22 in. / 2 tie: 18 in. 18 in.

Bale Length 30 to 46 in. 30 to 46 in.

Bale Width 3 tie: 22 in. / 2 tie: 18 in. 18 in.

Bale Weight 3 tie: 60 to 120 lbs. 2 tie: 50 to 100 lbs.

Knotter System:

Knotters Conventional Knotters

Twine Storage Capacity 9 or 12 rolls 6 rolls

Twine Type 200 to 280 knot strength

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Freeman Components

John Deere Components

Parts diagram below is for SP balers ASC-SP38-701 & ASC-SP38-702

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Parts diagram below is for SP baler 280S14-003

Freeman Components

John Deere Components

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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

A. Seat ControlsB. Corner Post MonitorsC. Armrest Control PanelD. Steering Column Tilt PedalE. Telescoping Steering Wheel Lock KnobF. Turn Signal LeverG. Turn Signal IndicatorsH. Start SwitchI. Horn ButtonJ. Hydrostatic GuideK. Engine Diagnostic Gauge (see your manufacturer's engine manual)L. Low Moisture Range Hay Tester (see your Baler mounted Low Moisture Range Operators Manual) (Optional)M. ICM (In Cab Monitor)

Figure 1-1 Cab

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A. Light Switch ControlsB. Temperature ControlC. Blower Motor SpeedD. Windshield Wiper ControlE. AM-FM/Weather band RadioF. Optional 7" Flat Panel Color Observation Monitor ( see your monitor owner's manual)

Overhead Instrument and Controls

Control Switch Colors

Before operating the self-propelled baler for the fi rst time, become familiar with the controls and switches. These controls and switches are color ”coded” to help you quickly locate them when operating the self-propelled baler.

• ORANGE Ground Drive and Engine Speed.• YELLOW Baler Drive Engagement.• BLACK Operating Adjustment and Controls.

Figure 1-2 Overhead Controls

Figure 1-3 Armrest Control Panel (2-Tie Shown)

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Armrest Control Panel

A. Pickup Switch ControlB. Plunger Slow Down SwitchC. Hydrostatic Drive Control LeverD. Baler Drive Engage SwitchE. Engine Speed AdjustmentF. Accessory Switch (Not Used)G. Field/Road Speed SwitchH. Beverage HolderI. Power Port

Figure 1-4 Armrest Control Panel

Hydrostatic Drive Control Handle Function Controls

The engine must be running to perform any of these functions.

Rocker switch (A) allows the adjustment of the Pickup (see Figure 1-4).

Handle (C) controls the Hydrostatic Drive (see Figure 1-4).

Not Used

Figure 1-5 Hydrostatic Drive

A. Pickup Switch ControlB. Plunger Slow Down SwitchC. Hydrostatic Drive Control Lever

IMPORTANT! If the hydrostatic charge pres-sure light (see Figure 1-24 on page 1-21) comes on in the warning display panel when the lever is moved, check hydrostatic/hydraulic oil level or replace fi lter. If this doesn’t correct the problem, see your John Deere dealer.

Move lever to the right and forward to go forward.

Move lever to the right and rearward to go back-ward.

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To adjust handle angle (see Figure 1-6), turn handle (A) counterclockwise to loosen collar (B). Position handle, tighten collar with fi ngers, then turn handle clockwise to tighten collar fi rmly.

If additional tightening of the handle is required, po-sition hydrostatic handle approximately 20 degrees counterclockwise from the desired position. Tighten collar with fi ngers. Hold collar with fi ngers and turn handle clockwise to desired position. Do not use pliers on collar, tighten with fi ngers only.

A. HandleB. Collar

Figure 1-6 Adjusting Hydrostatic Drive

Baler Engage Switch

NOTE: Operator must be in the seat to engage baler. Baler will disengage if operator leaves the seat after 5 seconds. Baler will disengage if engine is started with Baler switch engaged.

To operate the Baler engage switch (see Figure 1-7), push down on the switch and push forward to engage baler. Pull switch back to the OFF position to disengage baler.

See ENGAGING BALER in Operating Baler section on page 5-3.

Figure 1-7 Baler Drive Switch

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+/- Accessory Switch (Not Used)

+

Figure 1-8 Accessory Switch

Engine Speed Adjustment Switch

The engine speed adjust switch (see Figure 1-9) allows the increasing or decreasing of the unit’s engine speed. This adjustment will affect the unit’s ground speed and operating speed of the Baler.

The high and slow engine speeds are preset. De-pressing the TURTLE for slow (IDLE) engine speed, depressing the RABBIT for high (ROAD) engine speed and depressing the ADJ for baling speed (BALE) will cause engine to automatically go to selected speed.

When the baler is started, it will go to previously selected engine speed.

Figure 1-9 Engine Speed Switch

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Field/Road Switch

CAUTIONCAUTION: Always stop and shift to the slower (TURTLE) fi eld operations speed when going down a steep slope.

The ground speed adjust switch (see Figure 1-10) selects a higher (RABBIT) speed for transporting the baler, or the lower (TURTLE) speed for fi eld opera-tions, without affecting engine speed.

The unit can be shifted from the lower fi eld operation speed to the higher transport speed while on the go. The baler fl ywheel will be disengaged and it will not rotate in Road position. However, when Ground Speed Switch is put back into the Field position, the baler fl ywheel will return to its previous state. If the Plunger Slow Down Switch was adjusted while in the Road position, it will remember the new position and adjust the speed accordingly.

The unit must be stopped, and the hydrostatic con-trol handle returned to the neutral park position, to shift from the higher transport speed to lower fi eld operations speed.

Figure 1-10 Ground Speed Switch

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IN CAB MONITOR

Figure 1-11 ICM (In Cab Monitor) / Bale Screen

Bale Screen

The ICM (In Cab Monitor) Bale screen will display after the initial Freeman startup screen. The Bale Screen is the main display used by the operator for all baling and basic diagnostics.

NOTE: When starting the machine, if the key is held in the "ON" position for more than 1 to 2 seconds before advancing to the "START" posi-tion, the ICM (In Cab Monitor) may have time to completely boot up. If this happens, then when the key is held in the "START" position, the ICM may measure voltage below 9 volts resulting in an informational message that must be cleared before further operating the baler.

This message is considered normal when it ap-pears immediately at start up. However, if this message appears after the machine has been started, with the engine running or while baling, it might indicate a possible problem with the battery or charging system. It is suggested that these systems be inspected for proper function.

1. F1 Button Press to prompt DEALER screen. The dealer screen consists of: Dealer Name, Baling Hours, Life Hours, Life Bales, Date and Time, Pro-gram, Screen Saver, Flake Goal, (See Page 1-12).

2. F2 Button Press to prompt MAINTENANCE screen. Here you can adjust or reset maintenance timers (See Page 1-13). Once a timer is triggered by hours or number of bales, it will keep appearing at start up until it is re set.

3. F3 Button Press to prompt FIELD screen. The fi eld screen displays fi elds 1-10 and bale counts that can be adjusted or reset (See Page 1-17).

4. F4 Button Press to prompt TENSION SYSTEM screen. The tension system screen displays Electri-cal Current supplied to Tension Solenoid, Accumula-tor Charge Status, Tension Pressure, Accumulator Pressure, Tension Rails Open or Closed (See Page 1-14).

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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS5. ARROW LEFT Button Press to access the previ-ous screen.

6. MENU Button Press to prompt MAIN screen. The main screen displays: Adjust, Measure, Preferences and Info (See Page 1-10).

7. UP/DOWN Buttons Press to raise and lower the Command Pressure or Tension pressure when Ten-sion Control is set to "Auto" or "Manual" ( see Page 1-14). If Tension Control is set to "Manual", Press OK button fi rst to prompt the Manual Tension screen, then press UP/DOWN button to adjust manual ten-sion. Press OK again to save the setting and exit the Manual Tension screen.

8. OK Button Press to execute choices or,If Tension Control is set to "Manual," access manual tension pressure (see page 1-15).If Tension Control is in "Automatic," access Com-mand Pressure (see page 1-9).

9. BALE COUNT The bale count can be reset in the Field screen (See Page 1-17).

10. STROKES PER BALE of last bale.

11. VARIANCE FROM FLAKE GOAL The upper part of the indicator will display green when there are too many fl akes per bale and ground speed should be increased. The lower part of the indicator will display red when there are not enough fl akes and ground speed should be decreased.

12. CLOCK The time can be adjusted by accessing MAIN screen/Preferences/Time (See Page 1-10). Also will fl ash “Tension rails open” if open.

13. STROKES (FLAKES) PER BALE The bar graph will fi ll as Flake Goal (See Page 1-18) is achieved. For optimum bale weight and shape, the baler should make a bale with 14 to 16 strokes per bale.

14. TENSION PRESSURE Adjust by pressing OK button to prompt the Manual Tension screen when Tension Control is set to "Manual" (see Page 1-15). Press UP/DOWN arrows to adjust and OK to save settings. When the cylinder pressure is increased, it increases the amount of force the tension rails apply to the bales. This increase in force raises the friction between the bale material and the ten-sion rails, which requires more compacting force to move the bale through the chamber. The increase in compacting force increases the density of the bale by putting more material into the same volume. The maximum tension system pressure varies by model and is preset at the factory.

Note: The type of material, moisture content and other factors will often change how the density setting affects the amount of compact-ing force required to push the bale through the chamber. Drier materials like Straw and some types of grasses may require more pressure than is possible at the highest density setting. If this is the case, chamber restrictor wedges can be installed. These wedges are designed to further compact the material without requiring an increase in the density setting. However, the installation of wedges may require the Operator to reduce the density setting to maintain the ap-propriate weight. Please contact your Freeman representative for more information on these and other products.

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15. ACCUMULATOR PRESSURE The accumulator is a pressurized hydraulic reservoir which is used to maintain the pressure in the hydraulic circuit while the baler is operating.

The accumulator is partially fi lled with hydraulic oil from the hydraulic system pump, and partially with a high pressure gas (nitrogen). Its primary purpose is to minimize the variances in the operating pressure of the bale tension system during operation.

If the pressure of the hydraulic system is reduced when an assembly is operated (tension, pickup, or drawbar), the accumulator will make up the differ-ence in pressure. As the pressure in the accumulator is reduced, the hydraulic pump will re-charge the accumulator. If only the tension system is being used, the accumulator should re-charge every 7 to 10 minutes, but this may occur more frequently if other optional assemblies are activated ie. pickup.

CAUTIONIf the pump is cycled too frequently when re-charging the accumulator, the hydraulic oil may overheat. If this happens, contact your dealer.

The nitrogen used for the pre-charge of the accumu-lator is highly affected by the ambient temperature. Refer to the Temperature/Pressure decal above the accumulator for proper charging.

16. FIELD Displays current fi eld (See Page 1-17 for adjusting fi eld settings). Also will fl ash “Low RPM” if below adjustable baling parameter of 70 RPM (See Page 1-19 for adjusting baling parameter).

17. ACCUMULATOR PRESSURE NEEDLE (red) The needle turns clockwise when there is an in-crease in pressure.

18. TENSION PRESSURE NEEDLE (green) The needle turns counterclockwise when there is an increase in pressure.

19. COMMAND PRESSURE The Command Pressure setting allows the operator to select the target tension pressure up to the factor set maximum. Adjust Command Pressure by pressing the UP/DOWN arrows when TensionControl is set to "AUTO" (see Page 1-14). Press OK button to save and exit out of Command Tension adjustment pop up screen.

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Figure 1-12 Main Menu

Main Screen

To reach the Main screen: press the Menu button from any of the four user screens (Dealer, Mainte-nance, Field, Tension System).

The ICM Main screen is used to display module information and logs, set preferences, measure system I/O or adjust parameters.

1. F1 Button Press to access the Adjust screen (See Page 1-11).

2. F2 Button Press to access the Measure screen. Machine Sensors and Module Diagnostics can be viewed in Raw Value or Scaled Value.

3. F3 Button Press to access the Preferences screen where Display, Date/Time and Language is displayed.

When in the Preferences screen: Use UP/ DOWN/OK for navigating and adjusting. Press F1 To adjust Display. Backlight and Screen saver can be adjusted here. Press F2 to access the Date/Time screen. Press F3 to access the Language screen. Not adjustable at this time.

4. F4 Button Press to access the INFO screen. Here the Modules and Log File can be accessed and may help with troubleshooting the ICM.

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Figure 1-13 Adjust Screen

Adjust Screen

To reach the Adjust screen: press F1 button from the Main screen (see page 1-10).

The Adjust screen has a collection of adjustable values on the machine that can be changed from the ICM. These values are grouped into “Adjust Groups” based on their function.

Use the UP/DOWN arrows to scroll through the op-tions in the ADJUST screen and press OK to access.

FIELD NAMES Change the name of the current fi eld.

SERVICE TIMERS Set up custom timer and text, and change the other service counts. A WARNING will pop up in the screen when a pre-set timer has timed out. Follow recommended baler maintenance, then reset the timer(s) (see page 1-13 for reseting).

DEALER Choose dealer, set idle time before screen saver turns on, and activate screen saver.

CUSTOM DEALER INFO Set up a custom dealer.

TENSION All adjustments should be made in the Bale (see page 1-7) or Tension System (see page 1-14) screens.

Note: If "Tension Current mA" is accessed, the power to the ICM must be cycled off, then on, in order to reset the tension system and enable it to build pressure.

BALE FLAKES Flake Goal, Turn on Rabbit, Turn on Turtle, Flake Window + or -, Rabbit & Turtle and Low Baling RPM Warning can be adjusted here (see page 1-18 for Flake Goal and Rabbit Turtle adjustments).

MANUAL TENSION Charge Interval, Charge Time, Accumulator Pressure settings. These settings are only adjustable by a Freeman Service Representa-tive.

TENSION PID These are parameters for how the tension solenoid current responds to the tension pressure. These settings are only adjustable by a Freeman Service Representative.

LIFETIME COUNTERS These settings are only adjustable by a Freeman Service Representative.

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Figure 1-14 Dealer Screen

Dealer Screen

To reach the Dealer screen: press F1 button from the Bale screen (see page 1-7).

The Dealer screen displays dealer contact informa-tion, program version number along with screen saver and fl ake goal adjustments.

1. F1 Button Press to adjust SCREEN SAVER set-tings. Use the UP/DOWN arrows to select ON or OFF then press OK when done.

2. F2 Button Press to adjust DESIRED FLAKES PER BALE settings in the fl akes goal screen. Use the UP/DOWN arrows to select to raise or lower fl ake count then press OK when done. Press F2 while in the fl ake goal screen to reset fl ake count to default of 14.

3. PROGRAM VERSION Contact Freeman Service Department for the latest ICM program version.

4. TIME, DATE and DAY Can be adjusted from the MAIN screen (See Page 1-10).

5. DEALER INFORMATION Press OK to change dealer.

6. BALING HOURS displays total hours over 20RPM.

7. LIFE HOURS Total hours with key ON.

8. LIFE BALES Total bales on machine.

9. FLAKE GOAL displays desired fl ake goal. Press F2 to adjust.

10. SCREEN SAVER displays ON or OFF. Press F1 to access, use UP/DOWN buttons to adjust and press OK to save.

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Figure 1-15 Maintenance Screen

Maintenance Screen

To reach the Maintenance screen: press F2 button from the Bale screen (see page 1-7).

The Maintenance screen displays important main-tenance procedures. Each maintenance procedure has a timer with a message that will display when time has elapsed. The message will continue to display until the timer has been reset.

To reset a timer, you must be in this maintenance screen. Press the DOWN ARROW (2) to display the astrisk. Scroll the astrisk to the desired timer using the arrow buttons. Press and hold F4 (1) untill the timer resets. Press the MENU button to return to the Bale screen.

NOTE: See SETTINGS and ADJUSTMENTS starting on page 8-1 for settings and adjustment instructions.

NOTE: see LUBRICATION AND MAINTE-NANCE starting on page 11-1 for complete maintenance schedule.

1. F4 Button Press and hold to RESET a timer.

2. UP/DOWN ARROW Buttons Press to scroll up and down through the different timer groups. An asterisk will display to mark the selected group.

3. 10,000 BALE TIMER Maintenance needs to be performed every 10,000 bales (see page 11-6).

4. 15,000 BALE TIMER Maintenance needs to be performed every 15,000 bales (see page 11-7).

5. EVERY 4 HOUR’S TIMER Maintenance needs to be performed every 4 hour’s (see page 11-5).

6. CUSTOM TIMER Setup your own custom timer.

Note: Service Timers are adjustable from the Service Timer screen: Press menu button from the Maintenance screen, press F1 button (Ad-just), scroll to Service Timers using the UP and DOWN arrow buttons and then press OK button. Here you can adjust all the timers. You can also push F2 (Reset) to have the Timer selected reset to the factory default setting.

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Figure 1-16 Tension System Screen

Tension System Screen

To reach the Tension System screen: press F4 but-ton from the Bale screen (see page 1-7).

The Tension System screen is used to control and monitor the Tension System. The screen incorpo-rates displays for the condition of the Accumulator charge and the operating pressure and settings for the Tension System.

1. F1 Button Press to change Accumulator to: “Drained” drains accumulator and prevents charg-ing. Its always good to drain the accumulator before performing any maintenance on the baler. The Ac-cumulator drains automatically when the ignition is turned off.

“Pressurized” normal automatic operation.

2. F2 Button Press to access Manual Tension Con-trol screen (See Page 1-15).

3. F3 Button Press to access Transducer Calibration screen (See Page 1-16).

4. F4 Button Press to change Tension Rails to “Opened” (opens tension rails) or “Closed” (normal operation).

5. ADJUST COMMAND PRESSURE buttons Press to raise and lower the Command Pressure, press OK to save.

6. ADJUST MANUAL TENSION Only adjustable by a Freeman Service Representative. 7. COMMAND PRESSURE The Command Pres-sure setting allows the operator to select the target tension pressure. Adjust Command Pressure by pressing the UP/DOWN arrows. Press OK button to save and exit out of Command Tension adjustment pop up screen. The maximum pressure is set at the factory and varies by baler.

8. ELECTRICAL CURRENT supplied to tension solenoid.

9. ACCUMULATOR CHARGE STATUSTrue: Charging, red needle on gauge should be moving when accumulator is charging.False: No Charging, red needle shouldn’t move.

10. CHARGE ON PRESSURE Pressure at which accumulator starts charging. Only adjustable by a Freeman Service Representative.

11. CHARGE OFF PRESSURE Pressure at which the accumulator stops charging. Only adjustable by a Freeman Service Representative.

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Figure 1-17 Manual Tension Control Screen

Manual Tension Control Screen

To reach the Manual Tension Control screen: press F4 button from the Bale screen (see page 1-7), then press F2 from the Tension System screen.

The Manual Tension Control screen allows adjust-ment to Tension Control and Charge Accumulator.

1. F1 Button Press to change Tension Control to “Auto” or “Manual”.

“Manual” Tension Control overrides Command Ten-sion and allows direct control of the tension solenoid current.

“Auto”: Command pressure is the operators desired tension pressure. When Tension Control is in “Auto”, the tension pressure is adjusted automatically and attempts to maintain the “command pressure”.

The ICM constantly monitors the tension pressure transducer. If the tension pressure rises above the “command pressure”, it will decrease the current to the tension valve and if the tension pressure drops below the “command pressure”, it will increase the tension valve current.

2. F2 Button Press to change Charge Accumulator to “As Needed” or “By Timer”.

“By Timer”: Disables the accumulator from turning on and off automatically and will charge the Accu-mulator for adjustable “Charge Time” over adjustable intervals of “Charge Interval”. Press F3 to adjust the charge time. Press F4 to adjust the charge interval (these are only adjustable by a Freeman Service Representative). This is designed as a backup if the accumulator pressure transducer fails.

“As Needed”: Turns on and off accumulator pres-sure automatically. The pressure may be adjusted in the Transducer Calibration screen (see page 1-16).

3. F3 Button Only adjustable by a Freeman Service Representative. With the Manual Charge Accumula-tor set to “True”, this is used to set the charge time of the accumulator.

4. F4 Button Only adjustable by a Freeman Service Representative. With the Manual Charge Accumula-tor set to “True”, this is used to set the time interval between cycling charge to the accumulator.

Note: the Charge Interval must be longer than the Charge Time.

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Figure 1-18 Transducer Calibration Screen

Transducer Calibration Screen

To reach the Transducer Calibration screen: press F4 button from the Bale screen (see page 1-7), then press F3 from the Tension System screen.

The Transducer Calibration Screen allows adjust-ment to Accumulator and Tension Transducers.

NOTE: To calibrate a pressure transducer, fi rst connect a manual gauge with tee fi tting to a pressure transducer port.

1. F1 Button Press to calibrate the accumulator transducer. If the calibrated value dips to zero, it will display a low voltage warning. These warnings may be avoided by leaving a slight buffer, so that true 0 psi will register as a positive value (e.g. 1-5 psi). The same method may be used for the tension transducer. Use UP/DOWN/OK for adjusting.

2. F2 Button Press to calibrate the tension trans-ducer. Use UP/DOWN/OK for adjusting.

3. F3 Button Press to set the low accumulator pres-sure that signals the system to begin charging the accumulator. To hold tension pressure, this must be greater than the tension command pressure. Use UP/DOWN/OK for adjusting.

4. F4 Button Press to set the high accumulator pressure that signals shutting off the charge. This must be set below hydraulic pump system pressure or it will attempt to charge continuously. Use UP/DOWN/OK for adjusting.

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Figure 1-19 Field Screen

Field Screen

To reach the Field screen: press F3 button from the Bale screen (see page 1-7).

The Field Counts screen is used to record and dis-play the number of bales made per fi eld (up to 10).

Controls are provided that allow the operator to reset the count, and adjust the current fi eld count.

NOTE: Field names may be changed from the Adjust screen (see Page 1-11).

1. F3 Button Press and hold down while pressing the UP or DOWN arrows to move bale count up or down in each fi eld.

2. F4 Button Press and hold down to reset the fi eld to 0.

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3. UP/DOWN ARROW Press to scroll through the fi elds and adjust bale counts.

4. CURRENT FIELD Displays the unique identifi ca-tion created for a fi eld.

5. LIST OF FIELDS Displays the Life Bales count when the Field Count for the selected fi eld was last reset. This value can be used to estimate a bale count if a Field Count for a fi eld was not reset when baling was started.

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Figure 1-20 Bale Flake Screen

Bale Flakes Screen

To reach the Bale Flake screen: press Menu button from the Bale screen, scroll to Bale Flakes and press OK button (see page 1-7).

The Bale Flake screen has a collection of adjustable values on the machine that can be changed from the ICM. These values are grouped into “Adjust Groups” based on their function.

Use the UP/DOWN arrows to scroll through the op-tions in the ADJUST screen and press OK to access.

FLAKE GOAL Sets the desired number of fl akes per bale (max = 40). Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to select the desired mode, and OK to accept the value. Press F2 to reset to factory default, and F1 to return to the Main Screen.

TURN ON RABBIT Sets the value for when the RABBIT symbol will be illuminated (see Figure 1-21). If the fl ake count is more than the value of the FLAKE GOAL + RABBIT VALUE, RABBIT will be illuminated to indicate ground speed is too slow and should be increased. For this feature to work the RABBIT AND TURTLE mode needs to be activated (see Rabbit and Turtle on page 1-18).

TURN ON TURTLE Sets the value for when the TURTLE symbol will be illuminated. If the fl ake count is less than the value FLAKE GOAL + TURTLE VALUE, the TURTLE will be illuminated to indicate ground speed is too fast and should be reduced. For this feature to work the RABBIT AND TURTLE mode needs to be activated (see Rabbit and Turtle on page 1-18).

FLAKE WINDOW + or - Sets the number of fl akes that the upper and lower bars represent in the Flake Variance Bar on the Bale Screen (max = 30) (see Figure 1-21). The lowest setting window is a vari-ance of 1 fl ake. Setting the Flake Window to 1 is the strictest monitoring setting providing most accurate results (see Flake Window chart example on page 1-20). Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the value, and OK to accept the value. Press F2 to reset to factory default, and F1 to return to the Main Screen.

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RABBIT AND TURTLE Sets the RABBIT/TURTLE feature mode to ON or OFF. When ON the Rabbit will illuminate when there are too many fl akes per bale and ground speed should be increased. When the TURTLE is illuminated there are not enough fl akes per bale and ground speed should be decreased (see Figure 1-21). Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to select the desired mode, and OK to accept the value. Press F2 to reset to factory default, and F1 to return to the Main Screen.

LOW BALING RPM WARNING Adjusts the value for when the Baling RPM Alarm will be activated (max = 100). When the Baling RPM is below the set value, the alarm will be activated to indicate the RPM of the baler should be increased. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the value, and OK to accept the value. Press F2 to reset to factory default, and F1 to return to the Main Screen.

Flakes Per Bale And Flake Variance Bar

Rabbit

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Figure 1-21 Bale Screen With Rabbit Displayed

To set up the fl akes per bale and fl ake variance bar in the Bale screen (see Figure 1-21), fi rst choose a fl ake goal in the Dealer screen (see Page 1-11). The fl akes/bale bar in the Bale screen adjusts its scale so that the fl ake goal is the mid-point. After a bale is tied, the fl akes/bale bar resets and the variance bar represents the number of fl akes from the goal. If the bar is above center (and green), there are


too many fl akes, suggesting the need to increase ground speed. If the bar is below center (and red), there are fewer fl akes than the goal, suggesting the need to slow down.

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F L A K E W I N D O W CHART The chart below illustrates what the Flake Variance Bar will dis-play at different ground speeds. Flake Goal: 14 and Flake Window: 3 are used for example only (see page 1-18 for set-ting Flake Goal and Flake Window).

Bale Shape Settings:

Flake Goal: 14Flake Window: 3

Not enough fl akes per bale. Ground speed should be decreased.

Bale should have tied here

Last Bale tied off here

+14 (28 Strokes)+13 (27 Strokes)+12 (26 Strokes)+11 (25 Strokes)+10 (24 Strokes)+9 (23 Strokes)+8 (22 Strokes)+7 (21 Strokes)+6 (20 Strokes)+5 (19 Strokes)+4 (18 Strokes)

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-4 (10 Strokes)-5 (9 Strokes)-6 (8 Strokes)-7 (7 Strokes)-8 (6 Strokes)-9 (5 Strokes)-10 (4 Strokes)-11 (3 Strokes)-12 (2 Strokes)-13 (1 Strokes)



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FLAKE WINDOW CHARTFlakeVariance Bar

Figure 1-22 Bale Flake Screen

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Corner Post Monitors (see Figure 1-23)

A. Warning Lamp Display

12 displays with colors indicating existing condition and an audible alarm for when a serious condition exists. (See WARNING DISPLAY PANEL in this section.)

B. Fuel Gauge

Indicates fuel level. (See FUEL GAUGE in this sec-tion.)

C. Engine Temperature Gauge

Indicates engine coolant temperature. (See ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE in this section.)

D. Digital Display

Indicates rpm, mph, psi or hours depending on func-tion selected. Display is a dual display showing any combination of two functions at the same time. (See DUAL DIGITAL DISPLAY in this section.)

Note: On balers with Teir III Engines, only the Ground Speed function is capabile of be dis-played. RPM can be found on the Engine Diag-nostic Gauge (see Figure 1-1 (K) on Page 1-1).

E. Function Select

Selects the desired function to be displayed.Operator can select which function to display in the upper digital display or the lower digital display. (See OPERATING THE DUAL DIGITAL DISPLAY in this section.)

Figure 1-23 Corner Post Monitors

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Warning Display Panel (see Figure 1-24)

NOTE: To perform a bulb check, see CHECKING WARNING LIGHTS in Operating Engine section.

The display shows a red, yellow or blue light and may sound an audible alarm for the specifi c condition

• RED LIGHT Stop engine at once and correct problem

• YELLOW LIGHT Service or correct problem. Stop engine as required.

• BLUE LIGHT Be aware of condition. Listed below is the keyed designation of the warning lamp color displayed and if an audible alarm is present.

NOTE: Decal on the inside storage lid of the right-hand armrest identifi es symbols used on the panel (see Figure 1-42 page 1-30).


Figure 1-24 Warning Display Panel

KEY FUNCTION COLOR ALARM(A) Engine Temperature Red Yes

(B) Engine Oil Pressure Red Yes

(C) Engine Air Filter Yellow No

(D) Hydrostatic Charge Pressure Red Yes

(E) Hydrostatic Oil Filter Yellow No

(F) Operator Presence Yellow No

(G) Low Fuel Yellow No

(H) Road Shift Engage Blue No

(I) Park Brake Applied Blue No

(J)* Tension Red Yes

(K) Alternator Red Yes

(L) Hydrostatic Oil Temperature Red Yes

* Not applicable to S/N 280S14-003

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Fuel Gauge

With key on, fuel gauge needle (see Figure 1-25) will move to the right showing amount of fuel in tank. Red/orange color shows low fuel. Green color shows fuel tank 1/4 full or more.

The needle may be in any position with the key off.

Fuel tank capacity is 113 L (30 U.S. gal).

Figure 1-25 Fuel Gauge

Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

Needle should be in the black zone during operation.

If the engine temperature red light on the WARN-ING DISPLAY PANEL turns on and the audible alarm sounds, turn off engine and check problem immediately.

Figure 1-26 Temperature Gauge

Dual Digital Display

The dual digital display (see Figure 1-27) will display one function in the upper display (H) and another function in the lower display (K) simultaneously.

Note: On balers with Teir III Engines, only the Ground Speed function is capabile of be dis-played.

The dual digital display tachometer displays four different functions on the digital displays (H) and (K). Engine hours (B) and Baler hours (G) are also available for display.

The tachometer is accurate within ± 10 rpm in dis-playing both rpm functions. If ground speed drops below 3/4 km/h (1/2 mph) digital display shows 0.0.

The engine and Baler hour meters are accurate to ± one hour. Only full hours are shown, but the com-puter memory is updated in quarter hours.

The dual digital displays (H) and (K) will dim by 50% when the headlights are on.

See OPERATING THE DUAL DIGITAL DISPLAY on page 1-24.

Figure 1-27 Dual Digital Display Panel

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Operating Dual Digital Display

When the key is turned on, the dual digital display (see Figure 1-28) will show the functions selected the last time the baler was operated.

NOTE: Any combination of functions may be displayed in the upper (H) and lower (K) displays. Tension (F) could be shown in the upper display and Baler hours shown in the lower display. The digital indicator (J) arrows shows on which dis-play the function selected will be shown.

Press and hold display selector (I) until display indi-cator (J) arrow is pointing at either the upper display (H) or lower display (K).

Select function to be displayed and press symbol. Square (A) will move to show the function displayed.

Press and hold display selector (I) until display indi-cator (J) arrow is pointing at the other display.

Select function to be displayed and press symbol. Square will move to show the function displayed.Pressing ground speed (C) and engine speed (D) at the same time will display the engine hours.

Note: On balers with Teir III Engines, only the Ground Speed function is capabile of be dis-played. RPM can be found on the Engine Diag-nostic Gauge (see Figure 1-1 (K) on Page 1-1).

Figure 1-28 Dual Digital Display Panel

A. Function SelectedB. Engine HoursC. Ground SpeedD. Engine SpeedE. N/AF. TensionG. Platform HoursH. Upper Digital DisplayI. Display SelectorJ. Display IndicatorK. Lower Digital Display

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Heater and Air Conditioning Controls

The recirculating fan controls air fl ow through the louvers (see Figure 1-30). Knob B (see Figure 1-29) selects one of three recirculating fan speeds or the off position. Knob (B) also turns on the A/C compres-sor in all positions except for off position.

Temperature Control

Rotate the temperature control knob (A) to control the air temperature.

Heater

To increase air temperature move knob 3 mm (1/8 in.) into the red. Wait 3 to 4 minutes, allowing the air temperature to stabilize, before repeating the procedure if needed.

Air Conditioning

If maximum cooling is needed, turn temperature control knob (A) to the maximum position in the blue area and turn fan control knob (B) to the fast-est fan position. Lower the fan speed to medium as the cab cools, then lower the fan speed to low if necessary. Wait 3 to 4 minutes between adjustments, allowing the air temperature to stabilize. Move fan control knob (B) to the off position to turn off the air conditioning.

Defogging

To defog the windshield, turn fan control knob (B) on and adjust temperature with temperature control knob (A).

If the cab is still too cool, turn temperature control knob 3 mm (1/8 in.) toward the red. Wait 3 to 4 min-utes, allowing the air temperature to stabilize, before repeating the procedure if needed.

If the A/C compressor stays off 3 to 4 minutes and the air smells musty, move temperature control knob (A) slightly toward the red and increase fan speed one position.

A. Temperature Control KnobB. Fan Speed Knob

Figure 1-29 Heater and Air Conditioning Controls

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Heater and Air Conditioning Controls

Adjust air louvers (see Figure 1-30) with tabs (A) to prevent damage to louvers.

A. Tabs

Figure 1-30 Air Louvers

Windshield Wiper Switch

To operate the wiper, depress the switch (see Figure 1-32) to the ON position (A).

The windshield wiper will stop on the left-hand side of the machine, when the switch is returned to the OFF position (B).

A. ON PositionB. OFF Position

Figure 1-31 Wiper

Figure 1-32 Windshield Wiper Control Switch

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Light Control Switches (see Figure 1-33)

A. HAZARD Flashing Ambers in Front and Flash-ing Amber/Red in Rear of Machine.

B. ROAD Four Headlights and Tail Lights/Red and Amber Rear Flashing.

C. FIELD Six Headlights and Tail Lights/Red andAmber Rear.

D. WORK First Position—Left back Work Light.Second Position—Right/Left Rear Field Lights.

Figure 1-33 Light Control Switches

Cab Interior Lights (see Figure 1-34)

A. Front Console and Armrest Console LightB. Dome LightC. Dome Light Switch

Figure 1-34 Interior Lights

Start Switch

CAUTIONCAUTION: Sound horn before starting engine to clear people away from the baler.

Start switch (E) is located on right side of steering column (see Figure 1-35).

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Turn key (F) from off position (A) to position (D) to start.

When released, it will return to run position (C).

If engine will not crank, check for:

• Hydrostatic Lever in Neutral Park• Steering Wheel Centered and Locked

If accessories are to be operated, turn key to acces-sories position (B).

A. OffB. AccessoriesC. Accessories and RunD. StartE. SwitchF. Key

Figure 1-35 Key Switch

Horn

Press button (A) to sound horn (see Figure 1-36).

Figure 1-36 Horn

Turn Signals

NOTE: The turn signals are not self cancel-ling. Right and left turn indicator lights (A) glow steadily in direction of indicated turn.

Turn signals (see Figure 1-37) are operable when-ever ignition key is in ACCESSORIES or ACCES-SORIES AND RUN position.

When operating the baler on the road or highway, use the turn signals when turning the baler.

Amber lights in front, and amber and red lights at rear of machine, will fl ash at 90 fl ashes a minute in direction of indicated turn.

Corresponding lights on the opposite side of the machine will burn steady.

A. Turn Indicator Lights

Figure 1-37 Tying Holder Bolt

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Steering Wheel Height Adjust

CAUTIONCAUTION: To prevent loss of control, adjust steering wheel only when baler is stopped.

NOTE: Only a slight tightening of the hub (A) is needed to hold steering wheel in position.

Loosen hub (A). Push or pull wheel to position. Tighten hub to lock (see Figure 1-38).

A. Hub

Figure 1-38 Steering Wheel

Steering Column Tilt Adjust

CAUTIONCAUTION: To prevent loss of control, adjust steering wheel only when baler is stopped. Column is spring loaded to the upward po-sition. Do not step on pedal without holding the steering wheel in both hands.

Press pedal (A) to release lock on steering column. Put column in desired position. Column locks when pedal is released (see Figure 1-39).

A. Pedal

Figure 1-39 Steering Wheel Tilt Adjust Pedal

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Storage Tray/Cab Air Filter

A tray is located in left rear corner of cab. Remove tray for access to the cab recirculating air fi lter (see Figure 1-40).

Figure 1-40 Storage/Cab Air Filter

Manual Storage

Keep your manuals in the holder (A) at rear of cab (see Figure 1-41).

A. Holder

Figure 1-41 Manual Storage

Cab Storage Box

The decal (A) shows the following information (see Figure 1-42):

• Identifi es function of lights in warning display panel.

• Tachometer service interval reset procedure.

A. Decal

Figure 1-42 Storage

Cab Door Lock

This lock uses the ignition key (see Figure 1-43).

Figure 1-43 - Door Lock

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Emergency Exit (Right-Hand Cab Window)

Pull tab (A) to begin removal of rubber rope (B).

Continue to pull until rope (see Figure 1-44) is re-moved from around right-hand cab window. The win-dow can now be pushed out and allowed to fall free.

See your John Deere dealer for window replace-ment.

A. TabB. Rope

Figure 1-44 - Emergency Exit

COMFORTCOMMAND Operator's Seat

The COMFORTCOMMAND operator’s seat (see Figure 1-45) has an air suspension system for added operator comfort. The seat has a self-contained electric compressor to adjust the seat suspension to match the operator’s height and weight.

Seat adjustments are as follows:

• Vertical Shock Dampener• Height Adjustment• Fore/Aft Adjustment• Fore/Aft Attenuator Lock-Out• Seat Bottom Tilt• Seat Bottom Fore/Aft Adjustment• Seat Back Tilt• Seat Back Lumbar Support• Left Hand Armrest Height• Left Hand Armrest Tension

Figure 1-45 - Operator's Seat


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Checking Operator Presence System

IMPORTANT! If the operator presence fails to function properly, see your John Deere dealer.

To check the function of the operator presence (see Figure 1-46), start baler and engage baler switch. With baler operating, proceed as follows:

• Raise up out of the seat for 3 seconds, then sit down again. The baler should continue to operate normally.

• Raise up out of the seat for 5—6 seconds. The baler should stop operating. If baler stops, operator presence is functioning properly. If the baler does not stop, see your John Deere dealer.

Figure 1-46 Operator's Seat

Seat Suspension and Forward and Rear-ward Adjustment

Vertical shock dampener handle (A) allows the operator to limit the amount of ”upward motion” the seat suspension provides (see Figure 1-47).

Push the control forward for the softest ride. Move the handle back for the fi rmest ride. Between these two positions is the medium fi rmness position.

Height adjustment is made with handle (B). To raise the seat, pull up on the handle. To lower the seat, push down on the handle.

NOTE: The suspension can be adjusted to reach limits in the minimum and maximum heights which, in effect, locks out the suspension sys-tem, making it rigid. The suspension height control will also hit the limits if adjusted too close to the extremes.

The forward/rearward adjustment handle (C) allows the seat to slide forward or rearward for best work-ing position.

Seat bottom tilt control handle (D), allows the front of the seat cushion to be raised or lowered for the best working position.

Attenuator lockout lever (E) locks out or releases the forward or rearward movement. Pull up on the handle to lock; push down on the handle to release.

The forward/rearward adjustment handle (F) allows the seat bottom to slide forward or rearward for the best working position.

NOTE: If the seat does not fl oat or ”pump” up, see your John Deere dealer.

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The air seat also has the operator’s presence sys-tem.

Figure 1-47 Operator's Seat

A. Vertical Shock Dampener ControlB. Height Adjustment KnobC. Forward/Rearward Adjustment HandleD. Seat Bottom Tilt Control HandleE. Forward/Rearward Attenuator Lock-Out LeverF. Seat Bottom Forward/Rearward Adjustment Handle

To adjust the left-hand armrest (see Figure 1-48) up or down, use knob (A). Rotate the knob clockwise to lower and counterclockwise to raise.

Pull up on handle (B) to adjust seat back angle. Re-lease handle when seat back is in desired position.

Turn knob (C) clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust lumbar back support.

Turn knob (D) clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust left-hand armrest tension.

A. Left-Hand Armrest Height Adjustment KnobB. Seat Back Angle Adjustment HandleC. Lumbar Back Support Adjustment KnobD. Left-Hand Armrest Tension Adjust Knob

Figure 1-48 Armrest

Seat Belts

Seat belts are standard equipment on both the op-erator and instructional seats. The lap type seat belts have push button quick release and automatic belt retraction to allow unrestricted exiting and entering of the seats (see Figure 1-49).

CAUTIONCAUTION: Inspect the seat belt and mount-ing hardware on your machine at least once a year. If the seat belt system, including the mounting hardware, buckle, belt or retractor, shows any sign of damage such as cuts, fraying, extreme or unusual wear, discolor-ation or abrasion, the entire seat belt system should be replaced immediately. For your safety, replace the belt system only with re-placement parts approved for your machine. See your John Deere Dealer.

Figure 1-49 Seat Belt

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The engine is ready for normal operation. However, you should use extra care during the fi rst 100 hours of operation.

IMPORTANT! Do not let fuel tank run dry. Check fuel gauge frequently.

During the fi rst 20 hours, avoid sustained maximum load operation.

1. Promote good ring seating and prevent cylinder wall glazing, put the engine to work as soon as pos-sible. Avoid unnecessary idling. Turn off engine if baler must be idled longer than 5 minutes.

2. Watch coolant temperature gauge (see Figure 2-1) closely. If gauge goes into the RED zone, slow ground speed to reduce load.

Figure 2-1 Fuel and Temperature Gauge

A. Dipstick

Figure 2-2 Engine Oil Dip Stick

IMPORTANT! Check engine oil and coolant levels frequently. After starting the engine, do not accelerate or apply load until the engine oil pressure warning light is out. Turn off engine by idling at least 1—3 minutes before stopping engine. Refer to Fuel, Coolant and Lubricants section in your Engine Manufac-turer's Operator's Manual for types of fl uids and oils to use.

3. This engine is factory-fi lled with John Deere en-gine break-in oil. Operate the engine at heavy loads with minimal idling during the break-in period.

IMPORTANT! DO NOT add additional oil until the oil level is BELOW the ADD mark on the dipstick. John Deere Engine Break-In Oil (TY22041) should be used to make up any oil consumed during the break-in period. DO NOT use PLUS-50™ engine oil during the break-in period of a new engine or engine that has had a major overhaul. PLUS-50 oil will not allow a new or overhauled engine to properly wear during the break-in period. DO NOT fi ll above the cross hatch pattern on the dipstick. Oil levels anywhere within the cross hatch are considered in the acceptable operating range.

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B. Coolant Overfl ow Tank

Figure 2-3 Coolant Overfl ow Tank (tank may vary between models)

NOTE: Some increase in oil consumption may be expected when low viscosity oils are used. Check oil levels more frequently.

4. Check engine oil level (see Figure 2-2 page 2-1) with dipstick (A) more frequently during engine break-in period. If oil must be added during this pe-riod, John Deere Engine Break-In Oil is preferred. (See ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL in Fuel, Coolant, and Lubricants section of Engine Manufacturer's Opera-tor's Manual.)

5. After the fi rst 100 hours (maximum), change en-gine oil and replace the oil fi lter. (See CHANGING OIL FILTER in Engine Manufactures Operators Man-ual.) Fill crankcase with seasonal viscosity grade oil. (See DIESEL ENGINE OIL in Fuel, Coolant, and Lubricants section of your Engine Manufacturer's Operator's Manual.)

6. Check coolant level (see Figure 2-3) in reservoir (B). Level must be between the HOT and COLD marks.

7. Follow fl uid recommendations in Fuel, Coolant, and Lubricants section very closely.

8. Check hydraulic oil level (see Figure 2-4) in sight tube (A). Investigate cause for any loss of hydraulic fl uid.

9. Follow fl uid recommendations in Fuel, Coolant, and Lubricants section very closely in your Engine Manufacturer's Operator's Manual.

A. Sight Tube

Figure 2-4 Hydraulic Oil Site Gauge (tank may vary between models)

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After One Hour of Operation

IMPORTANT! Check torque on front wheel nuts (see Figure 2-5) and rear wheel cap screws.

Tighten after fi rst hour of operation. Check and tighten every 4 hours of operation thereafter until the specifi ed torque level is maintained.

Check torque after every 50 hours of opera-tion.

Specifi cation

Front Wheel Nuts Torque 163 N•m (120 lb-ft)

Rear Wheel Cap Screws Torque 150 N•m(110 lb-ft)

Figure 2-5 Wheel Nuts

After 50 Hours of Operation

IMPORTANT! See the EVERY 50 HOURS service requirements in the Lubrication and Maintenance section on page 11-1. Perform all maintenance required at this service in-terval.

1. Drain gear oil from the fi nal drives (see Figure 2-6) and refi ll. (See CHECKING, DRAINING AND FILLING FINAL DRIVES in Wheels, Steering, Brakes, and Rear Axle section.)

A. Screws

Figure 2-6 Tighten Screws

2. Tighten screws (A) to specification. Tighten screws starting at twelve o’clock then six o’clock, one o’clock then seven o’clock, etc.

Specifi cation

Final Drive Screws Torque 75 N•m (55 lb-ft)

After 100 Hours of Operation

Change engine oil and fi lter.

IMPORTANT! See the EVERY 100 HOURS service requirements in the Lubrication and Maintenance section for required service intervals. Perform all maintenance required at each of the specifi ed service intervals when due.

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A. Dipstick

Figure 3-1 Engine Oil Dip Stick

1. Before starting the engine check the engine oillevel (see Figure 3-1). Do not operate the engine when oil level is below the low mark on dipstick (A).

IMPORTANT! Do not operate the engine when coolant level is below the COLD mark on the overfl ow tank.

A. Coolant Reservoir

Figure 3-2 Coolant Overfl ow Tank (tank may vary between models)

2. Check coolant level (B). It must be visible on the overfl ow tank between the HOT and COLD marks (see Figure 3-2).

3. Be sure baler has plenty of fuel. Do not allow a diesel engine to run out of fuel.

Figure 3-3 - Fuel Gauge

4. Check air pre cleaner fl apper valve (A) for debris. Clean if necessary (see Figure 3-4).

PRE STARTING CHECKS

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A. Pre cleaner Flapper Valve

Figure 3-4 Clean Flapper Valve

5. Check pre cleaner bowl (A)

A. Pre cleaner Bowl

Figure 3-5 Pre cleaner Bowl

NOTE: Check hydraulic oil level with baler on level ground and the pickup on the ground.

6. Check the hydraulic oil level at location (A). Oil level should be between the low and high mark (see Figure 3-6).

A. Sight Tube

Figure 3-6 Hydraulic Oil Site Gauge (tank may vary between models)

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PRE STARTING CHECKS

7. Perform bulb check to insure all warning lights and audible alarm are functioning. (See CHECKING WARNING LIGHTS in the Operating Engine section on page 4-1.)


8. Move fi eld/road switch (see Figure 3-8) out of road position.

Figure 3-8 Road / Field Switch

9. Move engine speed switch to low speed position (see Figure 3-9).

Figure 3-9 Engine Speed

10. Disengage baler engage switch (see Figure 3-10).

11. Place hydrostatic lever in neutral park position (see Figure 4-1 on page 4-1).

12. Make sure steering wheel is locked in centered position.

Figure 3-10 Plunger Drive Engage Switch

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Checking Warning Lights (see Figure 4-2)

Figure 4-1 Arm Rest Control Panel

A. Hydrostatic Control Lever B. Neutral Start Switch C. Engine Air Filter D. Hydrostatic Charge E. Hydrostatic Oil FilterF. Operator PresenceG. Low FuelH. Engine Oil PressureI. Engine Coolant TemperatureJ. Hydrostatic Oil TemperatureK. Alternator L. Tension Pressure LowM. Park Brake AppliedN. Road Shift Engaged


OPERATING ENGINE

NOTICEFailure to replace a failed light bulb could lead to serious machine failure. Replace any failed light bulbs before starting the engine.

NOTE: The warning light check is only checking the operation of the light bulbs in the warning display panel.

• Road Shift Engaged (N) will only light if the Field/Road switch is in the road position.

• Park Brake Applied (M) will only light when the neutral start switch (B) is activated.

• The Road Shift Engaged and Park Brake Applied lights (blue) are informational only, not indicating a hazard when on.

Check Warning Lights:

1. With hydrostatic control lever (A) in neutral park position (see Figure 4-1), move lever to the right to release neutral start switch (B).

2. Turn ignition switch to the START position.

3. Warning lights (C—L) should light. Return ignition switch to OFF position and allow hydrostatic control lever to move into park position.

Engine Warm-Up Period

Do not run engine at top rpm or place baler under full load until engine is properly warmed up.

To warm up the engine, set engine speed at mid range until operating temperature has been reached.

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OPERATING ENGINE

Starting Engine

WARNINGAvoid possible injury or death from machin-ery runaway. Do not start engine by shorting across starter or starter solenoid terminals. Machine will start and move with hydrostatic drive control lever in forward or reverse drive position, or with the steering wheel not cen-tered, if normal starting circuitry is bypassed.

ONLY start the from the operator’s seat, with thehydrostatic drive control lever (see Figure 4-3) in neutral park position and baler drive switch disen-gaged. Before starting engine, be sure area is well ventilated.

NOTE: The hydrostatic ground drive lever must be at rest to the left in the neutral park position. This will trip the neutral switch (E), allowing the unit to start.



1. Read Entire Manual Before Operating.

2. Move hydrostatic drive control lever (A) to neutral park.

3. Move engine speed switch (B) to low speed.

4. Move fi eld/road switch (C) to fi eld position.

5. Disengage baler drive (D).

6. Make sure steering wheel is locked in center position.

IMPORTANT! Do not operate starter more than 30 seconds at a time. If engine does not start, wait at least two minutes before trying again. If engine does not start in four attempts, refer to engine manufactures en-gine Troubleshooting section.

7. Turn ignition switch to the start position until en-gine starts. Release switch.


A. Hydrostatic Drive Control LeverB. Engine Speed SwitchC. Field/Road SwitchD. Baler DriveE. Neutral Switch

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OPERATING ENGINE

After Engine Starts

1. Check engine oil pressure lamp (A) as soon as engine starts. If warning lamp is on, stop the engine and determine the cause.

IMPORTANT! Avoid prolonged idling. Pro-longed operation at low rpm may cause the engine coolant temperature to fall below the normal operating temperature. This will cause an accumulation of engine sludge and unburned fuel in the exhaust system.

2. Increase engine speed to BALE (see Figure 3-9 page 3-3).

3. Check hydrostatic pressure lamp (B) and alterna-tor lamp (C). If warning lamps are on, stop the engine and determine the cause.

4. Leave engine speed at mid-range, allowing the engine to warm up.

5. Check all warning lamps with engine running. If any lamp is on or if the audible alarm is on, turn off the engine and determine the cause.


A. Oil Pressure LampB. Hydrostatic Pressure LampC. Alternator Lamp

Stopping engine

NOTE: The hydrostatic ground drive lever must be at rest to the left in the neutral park position. This will engage the neutral switch (E).

The steering is locked and the park brake ishydraulically applied while the neutral switch isengaged.

1. Move hydrostatic drive control lever (A) to neutral park.

2. Move fi eld/road switch (C) to fi eld position.

3. Disengage baler drive (D).

4. Move engine speed switch (B) to IDLE. Allow the engine to operate at low rpm for 1—3 minutes.

5. Lower pickup to the ground.

IMPORTANT! After engine has stopped, remove the key to prevent unauthorized op-eration or tampering. Key cannot be removed unless switch is in OFF position, preventing accidental battery discharge.

6. Turn OFF engine and remove the key.


A. Hydrostatic Drive Control LeverB. Engine Speed SwitchC. Field/Road SwitchD. Baler DriveE. Neutral Switch

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Starting Fluid

CAUTIONCAUTION: Ether starting fluid is highly fl ammable. Do not use near fi re, sparks, or fl ames. Read cautionary information on the container.

Either starting fl uid may be used in the engine airpre cleaner above the hood. Inject ether only while engine is cranking, since a large concentration into the engine can cause engine damage.

OPERATING ENGINE

Hot Weather Operation

IMPORTANT! Liquid Coolant Conditioner is NOT an antifreeze or a cooling system sealer.

Protect the engine cooling system against corrosive action by using 50% antifreeze (ethylene-glycol type without a stop-leak additive) and 50% clean, soft water. DO NOT use a high silicate automotive grade antifreeze.

Refer to Fuel, Coolant, and Lubricants section on page 10-1 for additional information.

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OPERATING BALERStarting Baler

1. Read Entire Manual Before Operating.

IMPORTANT! When the hydrostatic drive control lever and steering are locked out, to prevent damage to the linkage and mecha-nism, do not try to move them or apply any force against them.

NOTE: The hydrostatic ground drive lever (A) must be at rest to the left in the neutral park po-sition, engaging the neutral switch (B), allowing the unit to start.

2. Start the engine. (See page 4-2).

• When the unit is running, the steering wheel islocked and the parking brake is applied whenthe hydrostatic drive lever is at rest in the neutral park position.

• When the unit is running, moving the hydrostatic drive control lever to the right, still in neutral posi-tion, will release the steering and brakes. Turning the steering wheel at this time will cause the baler to pivot (spin turn) between the drive wheels. Moving the drive lever forward while turning, will increase the turning radius.


A. Hydrostatic Drive Control LeverB. Neutral Switch3. Raise pick-up. (See page 5-2).

Preparing For The Field

1. Load and route twine (see Loading and Routing Twine in section 9-1).

2. Lube bullgears (See page 8-11).

3. Adjust pickup height (See page 8-12).

4. Set bale length (See page 8-12).

5. Set Tension to 300 lbs initially, then raise as needed. Pressing the UP/DOWN button in the bale screen to lower or raise tension pressure (see page 1-5).

6. Seat is adjusted and comfortable. (See page 1-31).

7. Steering column tilt and height are adjusted and in a comfortable position (See page 1-29).

Operating Speed

The baler is designed for operation at or near maxi-mum ca pacity. This requires the feeder house to be full at all times. To achieve this, advance ground speed and reduce baler speed when the hay volume is low. Reduce ground speed and advance baler speed when hay volume is high.

The baler should be operated so that the plunger speed is 84 strokes per minute. Adjust speed with engine speed switch (see Figure 1-9 page 1-5).

The ground travel speed should be regulated ac-cording to the volume and condition of the hay. To check this, count the number of plunger strokes in each bale. There should be 12 to 16 plunger strokes in each bale under normal con ditions. The plunger strokes are counted between each time the knotter ties a bale. The baler should not be run at high speeds when it is empty.

A quality bale can be produced by adhering to the above in structions. Consistent bale length is of great importance when using any automatic stack-ing system. Consistent bale length will occur as a result of following the above in structions. For easy, effi cient stacking and hauling, set and maintain the bale length at 46 inches (see Figure 8-32 page 8-12).

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Note: Steps 4 - 7 are for Balers equiped with Tier I and II Engines only. Balers with Tier III Engines can only display Ground Speed (C).

4. Press display selector (H) positioning display indicator arrow on upper (B) or lower display (see Figure 5-2).

5. Press symbol of function (C), (D), (E) or (F) to be displayed, function display (A) will move to indicate the function being shown in the upper (B) or lowerdisplay (see Figure 5-2).

6. Press display selector (H) positioning display indicator arrow on other display.

7. Press another symbol of function (C), (D), (E) or (F) to be displayed. (See OPERATING DUAL DIGI-TAL DISPLAY on page 1-24).

NOTE: Steering is accomplished by turning the wheel right or left, except when backing. Steering is reversed when backing the machine. Place hand on bottom half of steering wheel and rotate in direction of desired turn.

8. Move hydrostatic drive lever forward for forward travel and rearward for reverse travel.

Figure 5-2 Dual Digital Display

A. Function DisplayB. Digital DisplayC. Ground Speed—mphD. Engine Speed—rpmE. N/AF. Tension —psiH. Display Select

Raising And Lowering Pick-up

A. Hydrostatic Drive Control Lever B. Plunger Slow Down SwitchC. Pickup Switch Control

Figure 5-3 Pickup Switch

Pressing up and down on (A) Pickup switch raises and lowers the Pickup.

OPERATING BALER

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Engaging Baler

The baler will not engage if BALER engage switch is on when engine is started. Cycle switch to OFF/ON position to engage baler.

Figure 5-4 Baler Engage Switch

NOTE: Operator presence and resetting Baler information is on the decal (A) under the lid of the right-hand armrest (see Figure 5-5).

If the operator is not present in the seat, the Baler will engage but will disengage after 5 seconds. If the operator leaves the seat for more than 5 seconds, the Baler will disengage. Cycle the BALER engage switch to the off position to reset.

To engage the Baler, push down and forward on the yellow switch.

Pull back to disengage the Baler.

Figure 5-5 Storage

Towing Baler

CAUTIONCAUTION: Baler is free to move when the fi nal drive hubs are disengaged. The parking brakes are inoperative.

Do not exceed a maximum speed of 25 km/h (16mph) while towing the baler.

IMPORTANT! If it is necessary to tow the baler, the front fi nal drive wheel hubs MUST be disengaged.

1. Park the baler on fl at, level ground.

2. Block drive wheels (block in the front and in the rear of wheels).

IMPORTANT! Do not allow any debris to enter the fi nal drive.

3. Thoroughly clean the face of the fi nal drive (see Figure 5-6).

4. Remove two cap screws (A) and cover (B).

A. Cap ScrewsB. Cover

Figure 5-6 Final Drive

IMPORTANT! The pin is spring loaded, and the lobe on the cover will push the pin in. Pin spring is very stiff, so tighten cap screws (B) evenly (see Figure 5-8), until cover is installed. Binding can cause severe damage.

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NOTE: Pin (A) disengages the input shaft from the sungear in the fi nal drive. If pin is in a bind and hard to move, it may be necessary to push (rock) the drive wheel to free pin (A) (see Figure 5-7).

5. Install cover (C) with lobe facing inward.

6. Repeat Steps 3—5 on opposite side.

CAUTIONCAUTION: The drive wheels are now disen-gaged and parking brakes are inoperative.

Pin (A) is spring loaded and may be ejected unexpectedly when cover (C) is removed.

7. After towing, block the front and rear of drive wheels. Remove the cover and install with the lobe facing outward on both wheels.

NOTE: The slight movement of the hydrostatic drive motor will cause the spring loaded pin to move in position.

8. Start baler, set engine speed at low rpm, barely move hydrostatic control lever forward and then rearward.

9. Turn off engine and remove blocks.

A. PinB. Cap ScrewsC. Cover



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SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS

Service Tires Safely

WARNINGWARNING: Explosive separation of a tire and rim parts can cause serious injury or death.

Only attempt to mount a tire if you have the proper equipment and experience to perform the job. Otherwise, have it done by your John Deere dealer or a qualifi ed repair service.

Always maintain the correct tire pressure. Do not infl ate the tires above the recommended pressure.

When infl ating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side and NOT in front of or over the tire assembly. Use a safety cage if available.

Inspect tires and wheels daily. Do not operate with low pressure, cuts, bubbles, damaged rims or missing lug bolts and nuts.

Tire Infl ation Pressures

IMPORTANT! Never operate baler with tires at shipping pressure. Keep valve caps screwed down fi nger tight on valve stems to prevent foreign material from accumulating in the valve core.

Check tire pressure with cold tires before operat-ing baler.

Check tire pressure frequently and infl ate or defl ate, both front and rear tires, to obtain proper pressure.

Item Infl ation Pressure

Front: 18.4 - 26 207 kPa (2.07 bar) (30 psi)

Rear: 21.5-16 193 kPa (1.93 bar) (28 psi)

IMPORTANT! The baler is calibrated with the size tire that came with the baler. The baler will not function correctly if wrong size tires are used. Only use Front: 18.4 - 26, Rear: 21.5-16. See infl ation pressure above.

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Checking Wheels

IMPORTANT! Maintain proper torque on wheel hardware according to specifi cations.

Whenever a wheel is removed, check torque after one hour of operation. Check cap screws or nuts every 4 hours until the torque is maintained. There-after, check torque every 50 hours.

Specifi cation

Front Wheel Nuts - Torque 163 N•m (120 lb-ft)

Rear Wheel Cap Screws - Torque 150 N•m (110 lb-ft)

Figure 6-1 Tire

Steering, Hydrostatic Controls andLinkage

Steering and hydrostatic controls are located behind cowling (A) below front of cab (see Figure 6-2).

A. Cowling

Figure 6-2 Cab

Steering controls are combined with forward and reverse hydrostatic ground drive controls and use a common linkage (D) (see Figure 6-3 on page 6-3).

IMPORTANT! Any attempt to move the steer-ing wheel or ground drive lever while locked will result in damage to the controls and linkage.

Ground drive cable (A) is connected to the ground drive control lever in the cab .

Index link (B) keeps the steering and ground drive synchronized. This allows decreasing or increasing ground speed without turning the machine. It also prevents the unit from speeding up or slowing down when making a turn.

Hydraulic cylinder (C) releases the locking device when the engine is started and the ground drive lever is moved out of the neutral park position. The locking device locks out the steering wheel and the ground drive control lever.


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Steering/hydrostatic linkages (D) are used to move the control levers on the hydraulic pumps supplying oil to the left-hand and right-hand hydraulic motors on the ground drive. The index link (B) controls the movement of the common linkage.

Centering cables (E) will return steering wheel and steering controls to center position when steering wheel is released (see Figure 6-3).

A. Ground Drive CableB. Index LinkC. Hydraulic CylinderD. Steering/Hydrostatic LinkagesE. Centering CablesF. Dampener

Figure 6-3 Steering/Hydrostatic Linkages

CAUTIONCAUTION: To prevent bodily injury and ma-chine damage, do not remove dampener (F) or fail to replace the dampener if not func-tioning properly.

NOTE: Dampener (F) will allow the unit to be safely stopped in a very short distance. There is no need to try and over-power the dampener (see Figure 6-3).

Dampener (F) prevents accidental quick movement of ground drive control lever causing ’jack rabbit’ starts or loss of control from stopping too quickly.For steering or ground drive neutral adjustments, see your John Deere dealer.

Internal Park Brakes

The internal park brakes (A) are located inside the fi nal drives and are applied when there is a drop in hydraulic pressure when one of the following occurs (see Figure 6-4):

• The engine is turned off.• Loss of hydraulic pressure.• Ground drive control lever is in neutral park.

When baler is started and ground drive control lever is moved out of neutral park, hydraulic pressure releases the internal park brakes.

A. Internal Park Brake

Figure 6-4 Internal Park Brakes

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Checking, Draining and Filling Final Drives

NOTE: Replace oil after fi rst 50 hours of use.

Check oil level every 100 hours. Replace oil every

800 hours or each season.

Check and Fill (Every 100 Hours)

1. Park machine on a fl at level surface with wheelpositioned such that fi ll/drain plug (A) is on top and second fi ll/drain plug (B) is on horizontal line (C) (see Figure 6-5).

2. Turn off engine and remove key.

3. Remove and inspect magnetic plug (B) for me-tallic particles. Oil level should be at same level as bottom of hole.

4. If necessary, remove fi ll/drain plug (A) and add oil. (See FINAL DRIVE OIL in Fuel, Coolant, andLubricants section for recommended oil.)

IMPORTANT! Inspect plug O-rings and re-place if damaged.

5. Clean and install plugs. Tighten to specifi cation.

Specifi cation

Final Drive Plugs—Torque 25 N•m (18 lb-ft)

6. Repeat Steps 1—5 on opposite fi nal drive.

A. Fill/Drain PlugB. Fill/Drain PlugC. Horizontal Line


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Replace Oil (After fi rst 50 hours of use and then every 800 hours or each season)

1. Park machine on a fl at level surface with wheelpositioned such that fi ll/drain plug (A) is on bottom and hole (B) is on horizontal line (C) (see Figure 6-6).


NOTE: Final drive oil capacity is approximately 1.8 L (3.8 U.S. pt).

3. Remove plugs (A and B) and drain oil. Inspectmagnetic plugs for metallic particles.


4. Clean and install plug (A). Tighten to specifi cation.

Specifi cation

Final Drive Plug—Torque 25 N•m (18 lb-ft)

5. Fill fi nal drive with clean oil until oil level is at same level as bottom of fi ll plug hole (B). (See FINAL DRIVE OIL in Fuel, Coolant, and Lubricants section for recommended oil.)


6. Clean and install plug (B). Tighten to specifi cation.

Specifi cation

Final Drive Plug—Torque 25 N•m (18 lb-ft)

7. Repeat Steps 1—6 on opposite fi nal drive.

A. Fill/Drain PlugB. Fill/Drain PlugC. Horizontal Line



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Air Conditioning and Heating System

Air is drawn into the cab through air intake vents (A). This air fl ows down air duct (B) and into the pressur-izer fan (C). The air is then pushed through the pre cleaner (D) where the majority of dirt and a small amount of air is discharged out through the cab fl oor. Be certain this opening is clear (see Figure 7-1).

This cleaned air then passes through fresh air fi lter (E) into the evaporator compartment. The air is now mixed with air from inside the cab, being drawn into the evaporator compartment through the recirculat-ing fi lter (F) and the evaporator fi lter. The air is then drawn through the evaporator / heater core (I).

Treated air (heated or cooled) is now drawn into the recirculator blower (G) and discharged into the cab through air vents (H). Air conditioning system low pressure switch (J) is located left of the evaporator compartment.

Figure 7-1 - Air Conditioning


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Observe Air Conditioning/Heating Precautions

Figure 7-2 See Your John Deere Dealer

CAUTION: Refrigerant (R134a) is un-der pressure. Improper servicing may cause refrigerant to penetrate eyes and skin or cause burns.

Special equipment and procedures are required to service air conditioning system. (See your John Deere dealer.)

Removing Fresh Air Filter and Tray (see Figure 7-3)

IMPORTANT! In dusty conditions, check ev-ery day. Normal service is 50 hours.

1. Loosen knob (A) and remove cover.

2. Lift out and dump dirt tray (B) attached to cover.

3. Remove wing nut (C) and fresh air fi lter (D).

4. Clean fresh air fi lter. (See CLEANING FRESH AIR AND RECIRCULATING FILTERS in this section.)

5. Remove and clean pre cleaner. (See REMOVING PRE CLEANER in this section.)

IMPORTANT! Do not over tighten knob (A).

6. Install fi lter and tray in reverse order as removed.

A. KnobB. Dirt TrayC. Wing NutD. Fresh Air Filter

Figure 7-3 Fresh Air Filter


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Removing Pre Cleaner

Whenever the fresh air fi lter is serviced, clean the pre cleaner as follows:

1. Remove fresh air fi lter and tray. (See REMOVING FRESH AIR FILTER AND TRAY in this section.)

2. Push down on pre cleaner (A) and pull it out from the top. Hole in fl oor under pre cleaner must be kept open (see Figure 7-4).

3. Wash and dry pre cleaner.

4. Install pre cleaner in reverse order as removed.

A. Pre cleaner

Figure 7-4 Pre cleaner

Removing Recirculating Filter

IMPORTANT! In dusty conditions, check this fi lter often and service as required. Normal recommended service is 200 hours.

1. Remove storage tray in left rear corner of cab (see Figure 7-5).

2. Reach in opening and pull out fi lter.

3. Clean recirculating air fi lter. (See CLEANING FRESH AIR AND RECIRCULATING FILTERS in this section.)

4. Install fi lter in reverse order as removed. When replacing fi lter, it should drop easily into place. Do not force it. Be certain fi lter is installed as shown on the fi lter.

Figure 7-5 Storage Tray

Cleaning Fresh Air and Recirculating Fil-ters

Clean fi lter by one of the following methods:

• Tap gently on fl at surface, dirty side down. Do not tap on a tire.

• Blow compressed air through fi lter in oppositedirection of arrows on fi lter.


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Removing Evaporator Filter

Clean this fi lter only if other service does not provide enough cooling. The evaporator fi lter (A) can be inspected from outside the cab after removing the fresh air fi lter (see Figure 7-6).

(See REMOVING FRESH AIR FILTER AND TRAY in this section.) If it looks clean, do not remove and clean it.

A. Filter

Figure 7-6 Evaporator Filter

If fi lter is dirty:

1. Remove fi ve screws (A) in seat console.2. Remove six screws (B) and evaporator cover.3. Remove evaporator fi lter (C).4. Clean as you would the other fi lters. (See CLEAN-ING FRESH AIR AND RECIRCULATING FILTERS in this section.)

5. Install fi lter in reverse order as removed.

A. Screw (5 used)B. Screw (6 used)C. Filter

Figure 7-7 Evaporator Cover


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Cleaning Air Intake Panel

Clean this panel only when it looks plugged (see Figure 7-8). Air is brought in through the left-hand side panel only. The right-hand side panel does not provide cab air.

1. Remove six screws (A) and remove panel (B).

2. Clean with compressed air or water.

3. Install panel and screws.

A. Screw (6 used)B. Panel

Figure 7-8 Air Intake Panel

Cleaning Condenser

See CLEANING SCREEN, CONDENSER/OIL COOLER AND RADIATOR in Engine Manufactures Operators Manual.

Checking Compressor and Drive Belt

WARNINGWARNING: To prevent injury, never service baler while it is running. Engine must be off and key removed.


2. Inspect serpentine drive belt. If worn, see RE-MOVING AND INSTALLING SERPENTINE BELT in Engine Manufactures Operators Manual.

CAUTIONCAUTION: Do not start engine.

3. Turn ignition switch to RUN, turn cab fan switch on and place temperature knob to coldest setting.

4. Check compressor pulley (A) for magnetism by placing a metallic object next to it. If area is not magnetic see your John Deere Dealer .

5. Turn ignition switch to OFF position and remove key .

A. Pulley


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Figure 7-9 Compressor

High Pressure Switch

A high pressure condition can result from insuffi cient air fl ow across the condenser. When this happens, switch (A) shuts off the compressor (see Figure 7-10).


2. Clean condenser and cab air fi lters.

3. Check recirculating blower.

4. Check for a worn or broken serpentine engine belt.

5. Check compressor clutch and magnetism at compressor pulley with air conditioning switch on.

6. Start engine and turn on air conditioning. If switch shuts off compressor again, see your John Deere dealer.

A. Switch

Figure 7-10 High Pressure Switch

Low Pressure Switch

Switch (A) (located under passenger seat) protects the compressor if refrigerant is lost. The switch can also activate if there is insuffi cient air fl ow across the evaporator. It can also cause the compressor to cycle on cool days or if there is a slow leak in the system (see Figure 7-11).

1. Clean condenser and cab air fi lters.

2. Check recirculating blower.

3. Check for a worn or broken serpentine engine belt.

4. If the compressor cycles excessively, or if there is no cooling, see your John Deere dealer.

A. Switch

Figure 7-11 Low Pressure Switch


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KNOTTER SETTINGS

Knotter Settings

The following instructions will help you understand the Twine Knotter and the adjustments necessary to maintain and keep the system tying at the opti-mum level of performance. Periodic checks of these adjustments will help alleviate tying problems and reduce the risk of equipment damage.

NOTE: Adjustments may vary for different crops.

Needle

NOTE: Before timing the needles, be sure the needles are in adjustment. For adjusting the needles see page 8-4.

To Check Needle Timing:

Trip the knotter clutch (see Figure 8-2) by raising the trip bar (see Figure 8-4 page 8-2) until the notch is positioned over the knurl, and turn the fl ywheel coun-terclockwise until the tips of the needles are even with he bottom of the bale chamber (see Figure 8-1).

Plunger Face

Gussets

Needle

Figure 8-1 Needle and Plunger

The leading edge of the gussets on the plunger must be 1/4" to 4" past the tips of the needles when the plunger is on the compression stroke. The needles are late if the leading edge of the plunger gussets are more than 3" past the tips of the needles and the needles are early if they are less than 1/4" past the leading edge of the plunger gussets. Con sult the decal on the left-hand side of the baler.

Needle Timing Adjustment

If the needles are late, retard the knotter drive chain on the knotter sprocket one link. If the needles are early ad vance the chain one link.

Replace the chain on the sprocket and connect it. Be sure that the clutch pawl (see Figure 8-2) roller is seated in the notch in the clutch and that the chain is connected on the idle side and on top of the idler sprockets (see Figure 8-3).

Figure 8-2 Knotter Clutch

Figure 8-3 Knotter Drive Chain

Trip the knotter clutch and turn the fl ywheel coun-terclockwise and recheck the timing. Repeat the above procedures until adjustment is correct.

NOTE: Always shut off baler and tractor when inspecting, adjusting, lubricating, or servicing baler.

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Meter Trip Bar

NOTE: Before timing the needles, be sure the needles are in adjustment. For adjusting the needles see pages 8-4.

Trip the knotter clutch by raising the trip bar (see Figure 8-4) until the notch is positioned over the knurl, then turn the fl ywheel counterclockwise until the needles are near top dead center (see Figure 9-13 page 9-4). The meter trip bar should have 1/8" clearance from the knurl, (A) (see Figure 8-4), when it is in the resting position. Adjustment is made by loosening the bolts on the bearing support, (B) and moving fore or aft as needed. The trip bar should not bind on guide washers when in the tripped position.

Figure 8-4 Meter Trip Bar

Knotter Clutch

NOTE: Before timing the needles, be sure the needles are in adjustment. For adjusting the needles see page 8-4. Also be sure the meter trip bar is properly adjusted (see page 8-2).

1. With needles in the home position, set the needle yoke drive bolt (A) 1/4" to 1/2" past center between (B) and (C) (see Figure 8-5). To obtain this setting, adjust saddle roller (A) on the opposite side of the knotter (see Figure 8-6).

BA

1/4” to 1/2”

C

Figure 8-5 Needles In Home Position

2. Loosen clamp bolt “A,” (see Figure 8-8) to posi-tion stop bolt “B,” (see Figure 8-7) square to the face of clutch pawl “A,” (see Figure 8-7).

Figure 8-6 Saddle Roller

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3. The clutch pawl (A) must have approximately 1/2" clearance at (C ) when depressed. The clutch pawl roller should have 1/8" clearance at (D) when the notch in the clutch disc is not near the clutch pawl roller. Adjust with bolt (B) (see Figure 8-7).

Figure 8-7 Clutch Pawl

4. Trip the knotter clutch and rotate the clutch. The clutch pawl must have 1/8" clearance from the stop lever at (B) . Adjust with stop bolt (G) (see Figure 8-8).

Knotter Brake

Adjust the brake shoe tension springs so that the springs are fully depressed, (A) (see Figure 8-9).

Figure 8-8 Tying Holder Bolt

Figure 8-9 Saddle Lever Spring

The saddle spring is adjusted properly when roller (B) is in the notch and there is 1/2" of adjusted ten-sion on the sad dle lever spring (see Figure 8-9).

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Freeman Self Propelled balers have a needle yoke drive rod on each side. Be sure both are adjusted for equal load on each rod at top dead center.

4½

Figure 8-12 Needle Eye To The Twine Disc

TDC (top dead center). TDC is when the needles are at the highest point of travel. At this time the Needle Yoke Drive Rod is in the 11 o’clock position (see Figure 8-13).

Needle

Needle Yoke Drive Rod

Clutch

11 o’clockPosition

Figure 8-13 Needles at TDC, left-hand view

Twine Needle Adjustment

1. Trip the knotter clutch and swing the needles up through the bale chamber by turning the fl ywheel coun terclockwise by hand. The needles should be adjusted left or right so that there is 0 to 1/32" clear-ance between the nee dle and the knotter bill hook pinion, (see Figure 8-10). Adjust by sliding the needle left or right on the needle yoke.

Figure 8-10 Knotter

2. The needles should clear the twine disc cleaner 1/8". To increase the distance between the needle and the twine disc cleaner, loosen the front and tighten the rear needle anchor bolts (A), Figure 8-11. To decrease the clearance re verse the procedure.

AFigure 8-11 Needle Anchor Bolts

3. Trip the knotter and turn the fl ywheel counter-clockwise, by hand, until the needles are in the up-permost position. The distance from the bottom of the needle eye to the twine disc should be 4 -1/2" (see Figure 8-12).

4. Adjust needle height by loosening the lock nuts on the needle yoke drive rod (see Figure 8-13). Turn the rod to the right or left for desired setting. All of the

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Twine Finger Adjustment

1. Trip the knotter and turn the fl ywheel counter-clockwise until the point of the twine fi nger is just passing the inside edge of the needle. The point of the twine fi nger should clear the needle by 1/8", (see Figure 8-14).

Needle

Twine Finger

Minumum 1/8" Max 3/16"A

B

Figure 8-14 Needles In Home Position

This adjustment is made by loosening the twine fi nger an chor bolts and sliding them to the front or back in the slotted holes in the bale chamber top (A) (see Figure 8-14).

2. Continue to turn the fl ywheel counterclockwise until the twine fi ngers reach the far point of their travel. Measure the distance from the tip of the twine fi ngers back to the knotter support angle (see Figure 8-15). This measurement should be 6 -1/2" on the model 2 tie and 5 -1/2" on 3 tie balers. This ad justment is made by lengthening or shortening the twine fi nger drive rods (B) (see Figure 8-14).

After adjusting the twine fi ngers, turn the fl ywheel coun terclockwise until the twine fi ngers are in the returned posi tion. Check to see that there is 1/8" from the tips of the twine fi ngers to the edge of the needle slots (see Figure 8-16).

Needle Twine Finger

5 1/2"

Figure 8-15 Adjusting Twine Fingers

Twine Finger

NeedleSlot

1/8"

Figure 8-16 Twine Guide and Twine Finger Extended

Adjust the position of the twine fi ngers at the needle slots with the stop bolt (see Figure 8-17).

WARNINGWARNING: Always shut off baler and tractor when in specting, adjusting, lubricating, or servicing baler.

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2. Twine Disc:

Be certain the twine disc cleaner is free. Adjust the twine disc notch so the left-hand side of the notch is even with the cleaner (D) (see Figure 8-18). Do this by loosening nut (A) several turns. Tap the nut end of the shaft to loosen the worm. After the disc is set turn the worm against the spacer washers (B) see Figure 8-18, and tighten the nut. After the knotter has com pleted one cycle check the notch setting again.

3. Knife Arm:

The knife arm cuts the twine and strips it off of the bill hook during the tying process of the knotter.

The stripper fl ange on the knife arm should just touch the bill hook with fi rm pressure as the strip-per fl ange advances the knot past the end of the bill hook (see Figure 8-19).

Bill Hook

Stripper Flange

Figure 8-19 Knotter

The knife arm should be 1/4" to 3/4" past the end of the bill hook when the knife arm is in the most extreme position (see Figure 8-20). Correct the adjustment of the knife arm by replac ing it.

1/4"- 3/8"

Figure 8-20 Knotter

Knotter Adjustment:

1. Twine Holder:

The twine holder holds the twine in the twine disc while the bale is being made and tied. The pressure is regulated by bolt (C) (see Figure 8-18).

Adjust the twine holder only as tight as necessary to pre vent the twine from pulling from the disc and/or producing bow knots.

Stop Bolt

Figure 8-17 Stop Bolt

C

A

D

B

Figure 8-18 Knotter

Make adjustments on bolt (C) in 1/6 of one turn increments. Proper adjustment is achieved when the knot ter is producing a clean and smooth knot.

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4. Cam Gear Adjustment:

Both fl at surfaces of the knotter hook and worm gear pinions must be held fl at with 0 to .005 interference on the smooth face of the cam gears (see Figure 8-21).

This adjustment is made with shims between the cam gears and knotter frames. Shimming must be done be tween the cam gears and the knotter frames any time a knotter is assembled. Excess space be-tween the cam gears and the knotter frames is taken out by adjusting nut “A) (see Figure 8-22). Tighten nut until knotters will just hold their own weight when rotated up to horizontal.

0.005

Figure 8-21 Knotter

A

Figure 8-22 Adjusting Nut

Feed Fork

The two forward tines on the feed fork are adjustable. The tines can be fastened to the feed fork in position (A,B or C) (Figure 8-23). The normal position is (B).

Figure 8-23 Feed Fork

If the bales are not uniform and more hay is needed on the left-hand side of the bale chamber, move both tines to posi tion (B). If more hay is needed on the right-hand side of the bale chamber, move both tines to position (A). Some ex perimenting may be required to properly adjust the tines.

After adjusting the feed fork tines, run the feed arm through one complete cycle by turning the fl ywheel counterclock wise to insure it does not interfere with any other parts.

Additional adjustment can be done with the feed arm.

Feed Arm

The normal position of the arm is parallel to the bale chamber when fully extended. The travel of the feed fork into the bale chamber can be adjusted so that the distance is retarded or advanced. The adjustment of the feed arm can affect the shape of the bales. By retarding the feed arm, you put more hay to the right-hand side of the bale chamber. By advancing the feed arm, you put more hay to the left-hand side of the bale chamber.

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WARNINGWARNING: Always shut off baler when in-specting, adjusting, lubricating, or servicing baler.

Figure 8-25 Feed Fork Catch

Loosen bolt (A) , and rotate rod (B) to give desired position of the feed fork (see Figure 8-24). There should be no end play in rod at (C).

The feed arm connecting rod swivel adjustment is done by loosening jam nut (C). Rotate the swivel nut clockwise until tight. Then loosen the swivel nut in a counterclockwise rotation 1/12" of a turn. To secure, hold the swivel nut in position and retighten the 2" jam nut (see Figure 8-24).

Figure 8-24 Feed Arm

Feed Arm Safety Latch

Your Freeman Baler is designed so that under ex-treme conditions of overfeeding the pickup, the feed fork will automatically release from the feed arm. When this hap pens the feed fork locks into the feed fork catch (A) (see Figure 8-25).

After removing any excess hay or foreign material from the feeder house, unlatch the feed fork from the feed fork catch, and attach it back to the latch on the feed arm (B).

The feed arm latch should be adjusted to break away at 120 lbs.-ft. torque. This adjustment should be measured with a torque wrench applied to the end of the latch, (B). The torque is raised by increasing the amount of washers on the trip spring rod (C) and is lowered by de creasing the amount of washers.

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Plunger

The plunger can be adjusted to remove both side and up/down play. It is important to keep the plunger in adjustment to avoid unnecessary wear.

To adjust the up/down play, be sure the top plunger roller is up to the top rail angle. Adjust the roller by loosening nut (A). Move the roller and shaft up or down as needed (see Figure 8-26). Lock it with nut (A).

Figure 8-26 Top Plunger Roller Nut

Plunger side play may be removed by adjusting the top and bottom hard slide mounting angles on the left-hand side of the plunger. Complete the following steps ( see Figure 8-27):

1. Loosen the eight hold-down bolts (A).

2. Slide the plunger over to the right-hand side of the bale chamber. Use a leverage bar to do this.

3. Adjust the four set screws, (B) (two top and two bottom), until there is 1/32" (the width of a thin knife shim) between the hard slides and slide rails, (C)

4. Tighten the eight hold-down bolts.

5. Remember the plunger must travel free. Run the plunger back and forth by hand to insure it is not binding.


Figure 8-27 Plunger

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Plunger Safety Latch

CAUTIONCAUTION: Always check the needle timing with the plunger before adjusting the safety latch.

If the needles are obstructed by foreign material in the nee dle slots, foreign material in the chamber, or if the needles prematurely enter the chamber because of early timing, needle breakage can occur.

The plunger safety latch (A), helps protect the nee-dles against breakage (see Figure 8-28). If for any reason the needles re main in the bale chamber while baling, the plunger is stopped by the plunger stop dog and the fl ywheel shear bolt is sheared.

Before replacing the fl ywheel shear bolt, always pull the stop dog out of the bale chamber. Do this by pulling the needle yoke back to the home posi-tion. The safety latch is adjusted by lengthening or shortening the latch rod at (B). As the needles are leaving the bale chamber and the tips of the needles are even with the bottom of the bale chamber, adjust the length of the latch rod so that the plunger stop dog (A) is just leaving the chamber and is fl ush with the inside of the dog plate.

Figure 8-28 Plunger Safety Latch

Plunger Knife

WARNINGWARNING: Always shut off baler and tractor when in specting, adjusting, lubricating, or servicing baler.

The baler should have sharp knives at all times. When re placing the knives with new or re-sharpened knives, be cer tain the adjustments of the knives are as described below to avoid serious equipment damage.

Before adjusting the knife, adjust the plunger as described in the Plunger Adjustment section on page 8-9.

After adjusting the plunger, shim the stationary knife (see Figure 8-29), (D), so that the two knives clear by 1/16" at the top, (E). Do not attempt to shim the plunger knife.

Rotate the fl ywheel until the knives are even. Then with the use of a leverage bar slide the plunger over to the right side. Adjust the bottom of the knives so that they have 1/32" clearance at (A). Do this by loosening bolt (B), and adjusting set screw (C) which is under the stationary knife bolts, and set screw (F) which is about six inches forward under the feeder house.

If adjustment cannot be achieved with bolts (C) and (F) re move or install shims behind the stationary knife. It is im portant to feather shim.

After adjusting the bottom of the knives, adjust the top until there is 1/16" clearance between the two knives. The top of the knives can only be adjusted with shims.

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Figure 8-29 Plunger Knife

Check these adjustments closely and run the plunger back and forth by hand to insure the knives are properly ad justed. Using a bar force the plunger to the right side of the chamber with great pressure to insure the knives do not lock up.

Pinion And Bullgear

The fl ywheel (see Figure 8-30) should be parallel to the frame plus or minus 1/8", with pinions meshing evenly with the bullgear teeth (A).

The lash of the pinion gears should have between 1/8" and 3/8" of free play on the rim of the fl ywheel at (B). Measure this when the connecting rod is fully extended and blocked to prevent bullgear movement.

To correct excessive free play adjust set screws (C). Be certain both sides are adjusted evenly to avoid serious equipment damage.


Figure 8-30 Pinion Gears

Bullgear Luber

The bullgear luber (see Figure 8-31), distributes bull-gear grease onto the bullgears through a manifold under the bullgear hood.

Prior to initial baler operation, the bullgears require a complete coating of lubricant (Freeman bullgear grease, F000007626, only). Allow 4 hours before fi rst using the baler, after completely covering the bullgears with grease. During the next 48 hours of bailing, grease bullgears every 30 minutes, and again at the end of the shift. Greasing at the end of the shift gives the bullgear grease an opportunity to set up and adhere to the bullgears. Once you have established a good coverage of grease on the bull-gears, greasing every four hours thereafter is usually adequate; and always grease at the end of the shift.

While turning the fl ywheel, operate the lube pump handle to apply a coating of bullgear grease to the gears. This typically will require about 5 revolutions of the bullgears to get a full fi lm of lube covering the working surfaces of the gear teeth. This process should only be done by turning the fl ywheel by hand and not by running the baler with the engine or tractor.

Subsequent lubrication should be done at the end of the baling shift to allow the lube time to set up and minimize the “fl inging” off of the product.

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Pickup

When the pickup is in the baling position, be sure the pick up fi ngers clear the ground by at least 1”. Do not rotivate the ground with the pickup fi ngers. The pickup height may be adjusted by the pickup lift link (see Figure 8-33). Turn adjusting nuts until pickup teeth are 1" off the ground. Tighten adjusting nuts.

FRONT

Pickup Lift LinkAdjusting Nuts

Figure 8-33 Pickup Lift Link

Adjust the balance springs (see Figure 8-34) located behind the pickup under the baler so that the pickup may be lifted with one hand or approximately a 35 lb. with the hay saver wheel in the baling position (see Figure 8-36).

FR

ON

T

Adjusting Nuts

Figure 8-34 Balance Springs

WARNINGWARNING: Always stop the baler engine and wait for all motion to cease before servicing or adjusting the machine.

Figure 8-31 Bullgear Luber Tank

Bale Length

The operating speed of the baler has a direct effect on the bale length. To help maintain a consistent bale length adhere to baler OPERATING SPEEDS, on page 5-1.

Bale length is adjusted by changing the height of the trip bar stop bolt (see Figure 8-32). Raising the bolt decreases bale length and lowering the bolt increases bale length.

If no more adjustment is available with the trip bar stop bolt, change the height of the meter trip bar stop. Use the holes provided to adjust the meter trip bar stop. If the meter trip bar stop is moved, the meter trip bar bolt will need adjustment.

Figure 8-32 Bale Length

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Hay Saver Wheel The Hay Saver Wheel should be in the raised position when transporting the baler (see Figure 8-35). Once the baler is in the hay fi eld change the Hay Savor Wheel to the baling position (see Figure 8-36).

FRONT

Hay Saver Wheel

Figure 8-35 Road Position

FRONT

Hay Saver Wheel

Figure 8-36 Baling Position

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Twine Routing (3 tie baler displayed)

1. Load twine into twine box.

Figure 9-1 Twine

2. Feed twine through twine guides.

Twine Guide

Figure 9-2 Twine Guide

Twine Tensioners

Figure 9-3 Twine Tensioner

3. Feed twine through twine tension assemblies.

Figure 9-4 Twine Tensioner

TWINE ROUTING

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4. Feed twine through guides on lower chamber.

Lower Twine Guide

Figure 9-5 Lower Chamber Twine Guide

5. Route twine through the lower twine box guides to lower chamber guides (see Figure 9-6).

Lower Twine Box Guides

Lower Cham-ber Guides

Figure 9-6 Slack Puller

6. Feed twine through the twine guides on the back of the needles.

Figure 9-7 Needle Twine Guides

7. Route twine so it glides on top of the roll pins that are in the twine needles. Each Needle has 3 roll pins.

Roll Pins

Figure 9-8 Needles

8. Route Twine through eye of needle.

Figure 9-9 Twine Needle Eye

9. Tie twine to needle yoke.

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Figure 9-10 Tie Off Twine

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Please refer to your Engine Manufacturer's Opera-tor's Manual for all engine information.

For Diesel Fuel, Lubricity of Diesel Fuel, Diesel En-gine Coolant, Diesel Engine Oil, Oil Filters, Diesel Engine Break-In Oil, Engine Filters, see your Engine Manufacturer's Operator's Manual.

IMPORTANT! Do not mix used diesel engine oil or any other type of lubricating oil with diesel fuel.

IMPORTANT! Improper fuel additive usage may cause damage on fuel injection equip-ment of diesel engines.

Filling Fuel Tank

CAUTIONCAUTION: Handle fuel with care: It is highly fl ammable. Do not refuel the machine while smoking or when near open fl ame or sparks.

Always stop engine before refueling ma-chine. Fill fuel tank outdoors.

Prevent fi res by keeping machine clean of ac-cumulated trash, grease, and debris. Always clean up spilled fuel.

Do not overfi ll fuel tank. Fuel level should not be closer than 25 mm (1 in.) to the top of the fuel tank. Bodily injury can result from fuel splash back. Leakage can result from expansion of fuel. If the tank is fi lled too full, then left in direct sunlight or if temperature gets too hot, the tank will overfl ow.

The fuel tank is vented at the cap. Fill fuel tank at the end of each day. This prevents condensation in the tank as moist air cools.

Hydraulic Pump Drive Gear Case, Hydro-static Drive and Main Hydraulic Systems Oil

IMPORTANT! Do not mix hydraulic oils. Using only specifi ed oil is recommended.

DO NOT use low viscosity oil.

The baler comes from the factory with J20CHY-GARD™ oil.

Use only J20C HY-GARD™ oil.

NOTE: Baler 28014S-003 Does not have Hy-draulic Pump Drive Gear Case.

FUEL, COOLANT AND LUBRICATION

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Final Drive Oil

John Deere SAE 85W-140 API-GL5 Gear Lubricant is recommended. If other oils are used, they must meet requirements of:

• API Service Classifi cation GL-5• Military Specifi cation MIL-L-2105B• Military Specifi cation MIL-L-2105C

Depending on the expected prevailing temperature for the fi ll period, use oil of viscosity as shown in the chart.

ProductNumber Description Quantity

TY6256 85W/140 GL5 Gear Lube 18.9 L(5 gal)

TY6385 85W/140 GL5 Gear Lube 3.8 L (1 gal)

In Canada use:

ProductNumber Description Quantity

TY6276 85W/140 GL5 Gear Lube 20 L pail

Figure 10-1 Gear Lubricant

Grease

Use grease based on NLGI consistency numbers and the expected air temperature range during the service interval.

The following grease is preferred:

• John Deere SD POLYUREA GREASE

The following greases are also recommended:

• John Deere HD MOLY GREASE• John Deere HD LITHIUM COMPLEX GREASE

Other greases may be used if they meet the fol-lowing:

• NLGI Performance Classifi cation GC-LB

IMPORTANT! Some types of grease thickener are not compatible with others. Consult your grease supplier before mixing different types of grease.

Figure 10-2 Perform Grease Lubrication and Maintenance


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CAUTIONCAUTION: To prevent injury, never lubricate or service baler or engine while it is running. Engine must be off and key removed.

IMPORTANT! The service times are for aver-age conditions. Service more often if baler is used in extreme conditions.

Perform each lubrication and service illustrated in this section both at the beginning of the season, and at the end of the season.

Clean grease fittings before using grease gun. Replace any lost or broken fi ttings immediately. If a new fi tting fails to take grease, remove and check for failure of adjoining parts.

Observe Lubrication Symbols

Follow hourly (C) intervals on lubrication symbols (A) and (B)

LUBRICATION SYMBOL (A) Lubricate with John Deere High Temp EP grease or equivalent SAE multipurpose grease (unless otherwise specifi ed).

OIL SYMBOL (B) Lubricate with SAE 30 or heavier oil.

Figure 11-1 Lubricant Symbols

STC Fitting Tools Supplied With Baler

NOTE: Not all SP balers use STC Fittings.

The STC release tools (see Figure 11-2) are located on the backside of the baler between the cab and engine.

1. There are two tools, sizes 6/8 and 10/12. Tools (A) .

2. Remove tools by loosening wing nut and sliding upward, pull bolt head through hole.

Figure 11-2 STC Fitting Tools

IMPORTANT! DO NOT pry against release sleeve (C) or damage to fi tting may result. DO NOT force release sleeve beyond normal range of travel, otherwise, release sleeve may fall off when hose is disconnected. If this hap-pens and fi tting is connected without release sleeve installed, fi tting will not be able to be disconnected again.


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3. Disconnect STC type hoses:

a. Clean area around connection, especially around release sleeve (C).

b. While keeping special tool perpendicular toconnection, insert tool between release sleeve (C) and shoulder (I).

c. Gently push, DO NOT PRY, release sleeve (C)away from shoulder (I) to disconnect hose.

d. Slightly twist hose connection (H) while pullingoutward to disconnect.

4. Inspect STC connectors:

a. Check seal mating surfaces for nicks, scratches, or fl at spots.


A. STC Tool (2 each)B. STC ToolC. Release SleeveD. Retaining RingE. Backup RingF. O-RingG. STC PortH. STC Hose ConnectionI. Shoulder


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Service Interval Display

For Balers equiped with Tier I & II Engines:

Use operating hours display as a guide when per-forming the required service interval on the baler.

Every 50 hours of engine operation, the characters “SEV 1” will appear on the lower tachometer display (B) indicating service is needed (see Figure 12-5).

Both engine and baler hours can be displayed at the same time.

With the display indicator on the upper display (A), pressing both the GROUND SPEED and ENGINE RPM buttons (C) simultaneously will display the engine hours.

Move the display indicator to the lower display (B), pressing both the TENSION and lower right button (D) simultaneously will display the baler hours.

NOTE: For resetting the tachometer after servicecompletion, see the decal on the inside of thearmrest compartment cover (see Figure 1-42 page 1-30).

After completing the service, reset the tachometer by pressing the ENGINE RPM and TENSION PRES-SURE switches simultaneously and turning the key to “ON” (third position).

The service interval timer can also be reset if service is performed between 45 and 50 hours but not prior to 45 hours. If service “SEV 1” appears, pressing any of the four switches will suppress the message until the next time the ignition switch is turned on.

For Balers Equiped with Tier III Engines:

Maintenance messages will be displayed on the ICM (In Cab Monitor). See Maintenance Screen, page 1-13 for more information on viewing and reseting these messages.

A. Upper DisplayB. Lower DisplayC. Ground Speed and Engine rpm ButtonsD. Tension and lower right button

Figure 11-5 Service Interval Display

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Maintenance diagram below is for SP balers ASC-SP38-701 & ASC-SP38-702

Maintenance diagram below is for SP baler 280S14-003

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ITEMITEMDESCRIPTION POINTS DESCRIPTION APPROVED MATERIAL

Break-In *Engine, See Engine Manufacturer's Operator's Manual3 Final Drives 2 Replace Oil (Only after fi rst 50 hours) SAE 85W-140

API-GL5

3 Final Drive Cover Cap Screws

24 Tighten to 75 N•m (55 lb-ft) (Only after fi rst 50 hours)

3 Front Wheel Nuts 24 Tighten after fi rst hour and then every 4 hours until tight

8 Rear Wheel Cap Screws

12 Tighten after fi rst hour and then every 4 hours until tight

14 Engine* Oil and Filters 2 Replace oil and fi lter (Only after fi rst 100 hours)

As Required *Engine, See Engine Manufacturer's Operator's Manual1 Fuel Tank 1 Drain water and sediment

9 Oil Cooler—A/C Con-denser

1 Clean debris from fi ns

11 Radiator 1 Clean debris from fi ns

16, 17 Engine* Air Screen or Primary Air Filter

2 Clean screen or primary fi lter when warning light comes on

17 Engine* Air Filters 2 Replace

20 Cab Fresh Air Filter 1 Replace

20 Cab Pre-Cleaner 1 Replace

23 Cab Recirculating Filter 1 Replace

Every 3 To 4 Hours2 Pickup Clutch 1 Grease / 1 pump Multi-purpose grease

5 Needle Yoke Drive Rod Ends

4 Grease

6 Plunger Rollers 4 Grease

10 Plunger Stop Dog 1 Grease / Make sure Stop Dog moves freely when greasing.

13 Con Rod / Plunger Side 1 Grease

22 Hay Saver Wheel 1 Grease

25 Torque Shaft Bearing Housing

1 Grease

35 Bullgears 2 see Bullgear Luber in Settings and Adjustments Freeman bullgear grease, F000007626 only.


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Every 10 Hours *Engine, See Engine Manufacturer's Operator's ManualCheck for loose bolts all

Check Needle Timing Look in Knotter Section

Check Knife Adjust-ments

2 Plunger Knife / Stationary Knife

Check Knife Sharpness 2 Plunger Knife / Stationary Knife

11 Engine* Coolant 1 Check level at overfl ow tank

12 Alternator 1 Clean debris off screen

14 Engine* Oil 1 Check oil level on dipstick

16 Engine* Air Pre-Clean-ers

3 Check dust bowl, screen and dust valve (Clean if needed)

18 Hydrostatic Oil 1 Check level at tank sight tube

36 Knotter Shaft 1 Grease

37 Knotter Luber Tank 1 Check level at tank sight tube SAE 30 SE, SF, or CD motor oil

Every 40 Hours or 10,000 bales

*Engine, See Engine Manufacturer's Operator's Manual

3 Front Wheel Nuts 24 Tighten to 163 N•m (120 lb-ft)

7 Caster Fork Pivot 2 Grease

13 Plunger 1 Check Plunger Knife for sharpness and Plung-er Adjustment

15 Engine* Fuel Filter 1 Check for water and sediment

20 Cab Fresh Air Filter/Pre cleaner

2 Clean

27 Con Rod, Bullgear Side 1 Grease/Bullgear & Pinion Gear Adjustment

28 Knotter Trip Lever 1 Grease

29 Feed Arm Latch 1 Grease

30 Feed Arm Bear ing Housing

Grease

31 Side Plate Bearing 2 Grease

33 Feed Arm Yoke's 6 Grease

34 Saddle Lever 1 Grease

39 Stationary Knife 1 Check for sharpness and adjustment

40 Bullgear and Pinion Gears

3 Check for adjustment

Sealed Bearings ALL Grease

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Every 50 Hours or 15,000 bales


3 Front Wheel Nuts 24 Tighten to 163 N•m (120 lb-ft)

7 Caster Fork Pivot 2 Grease

15 Engine* Fuel Filter 1 Check for water and sediment.

20 Cab Fresh Air Filter/Pre cleaner

2 Clean

27 Con Rod, Bullgear Side 1 Grease

28 Knotter Trip Lever 1 Grease

29 Feed Arm Latch 1 Grease

30 Feed Arm Bear ing Housing

Grease

31 Side Plate Bearing 2 Grease

32 Pinion Shaft Bearings 1 Grease

33 Feed Arm Yoke's 6 Grease

34 Saddle Lever 1 Grease

Every 100 Hours3 Final Drives 2 Check oil level SAE 85W-140

API-GL5

8 Rear Wheel Hub 2 Check bearings, grease hub

21 Tires 3 Check pressureFront (18.4 - 26) 2.07 Bars - 30 PSIRear (21.5 - 16.1) - 2.07 Bars- 28 PSI

Every 200 Hours4 Battery 1 Check Water Level

23 Cab Recirculating Filter 1 Clean

Every 300 Hours Or Each Season


14 Engine* Oil and Filtera 2 Replace oil and fi lteraIf John Deere PLUS-50 oil is used along with a John Deere oil fi lter, the oil change interval may be extended by 100 hours.


19 Hydrostatic Filters 2 Replace Filter AH128449

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11 Engine* Coolant 1 Check system and do coolant solution analy-sis. Add supplemental coolant additives as required.

15 Engine* Fuel Filter 1 Replace

15 Engine* Crank Case Vent Tube

1 Clean

16,17 Air Intake System 1 Check hoses and connections

38 Engine* Fan Belt 1 Check tensioner and belt wear


3 Final Drives 2 Replace oil SAE 85W-140API-GL5

Each Season *Engine, See Engine Manufacturer's Operator's ManualOperator Presence Switch

Check Operator Presence Switch

9 Oil Cooler—A/C Con-denser

1 Clean debris from fi ns

11 Radiator 1 Clean debris from fi ns

17 Engine* Air Filters 1 Replace

24 Seat Belts 2 Inspect seat belt components for excessive wear

25 Torque Shaft Bearing Housing

1 Grease

26 Steering Components 6 Grease

31 Side Plate Bearings 2 Grease

Every 2000 Hours *Engine, See Engine Manufacturer's Operator's Manual14 Engine* Valve Clear-

ance1 Check and adjust. (See your John Deere

dealer.)

Every 2000 Hours or Every Other Season


11 Engine* Coolant 1 Pressure test, fl ush cooling system and replace coolant.

18 Hydrostatic 1 Replace oil. Clean fi ll cap and strainer. J20C HY-GARD®

aIf John Deere COOL-GARD Pre diluted Coolant is used, the fl ushing interval may be extended to 3000 hours or 36 months, whichever comes fi rst.

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FUSE CHART (ASC-SP38-701 & ASC-SP38-702)

Figure 11-6 Fuse Chart

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ROTATINGWAND

ROADLIGHTS

REELSPEED (-)

REELSPEED (+)

BLANK

HEADERFLOATLATCH

LOWERFLOODS

(UPPERFLOODS)

TACHOUTPUT

()

HEATERRUNNINGPOWER

NEUTRALSTART

15 AMP

F2220 AMP

F2110 AMP

F2010 AMP

F1910 AMP

F8 30 A

MP

F6 10 A

MP

F1810 AMP

F11

15 A

MP

FUSE CHART (280S14-003)

Figure 11-6 Fuse Chart

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TROUBLE SHOOTING

If you are experiencing problems with the twine knotter, or missing a knot on one twine or another, it is important to determine which twine is not tying prop er ly. The TOP twine is the twine that is being held in the knotter while the bale is being formed. The BOTTOM twine is the twine that the needle de liv ers to the knotter to tie the bale.

When a miss tie occurs you must locate the problem twine and determine:

1. Is the knot missing in the TOP or BOTTOM twine?2. Is the end of the untied twine frayed, or squared cut?3. Is there any damage to the twine? Frayed along the length, frayed beyond the knot? 4. Is the twine long enough to wrap around the bale?5. Are there any scraps longer than one inch in or around the knotter?6. Is twine tangled in the knotter?

In the majority of cases, the miss tie is caused external of the knotter frame. Some things to always check before condemning the knotter are:

1. Check twine delivery from the twine box. Twine boxes are correctly tied together and not obstructing free feeding.

2. Twine is properly routed to the needle.3. Twine guides and/or needles have no sharp worn edges.4. Twine tensioners are properly adjusted so that twine has approximately 4 pounds of pull, while the

knotter is tying.5. Check hay dogs for proper operation, and/or broken or missing springs. Hay dogs will wear and are

very important. If unable to correct a twine fi nger miss tie, it is possible that the hay dogs have worn and are not properly holding the end of the bale.

6. Check bale weight/density. Too light of a bale may cause the knot to hang on the bill hook, and to heavy of bale can cause several different miss ties (see chart).

7. Are all the necessary components in proper adjustments? Remember, any time you replace or adjust a needle, the twine fi nger must be checked and prob a bly adjusted at the same time.

8. Next to the hay dogs, the twine fi ngers are important to keep in good operating condition. They can-not have excessive play in the pivot, and they must be free of any nicks or burrs that may damage the twine.

Following are a few examples of failed knots with possible causes for, and possible rem e dies.

Problem Possible Cause Possible Remedy

Figure 12-1 Knot In Top Twine Only

Twine fi ngers did not pickup needletwine. Alternatively, did not fully load the bill Hook.

Hay dogs not properly holding end of bale

Adjust twine fi ngers closer to the needle, adjust full travel, adjust needle to twine disc clearance. Check twine tension.

Check hay dog springs and free operation. Hay dogs worn replace.

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Figure 12-3 Twine Ends Frayed

Dull twine knife. Replace twine knife or sharpen cutting edge.

Figure 12-4 Knot Too Loose

Worn or damaged bill hook tongue. Replace bill hook.

Bale density to low. Increase bale density tension.

Excessive twine holder pressure. Loosen twine holder spring.

Improper adjustment of twine disc. Adjust, time twine disc.

Figure 12-5 Twine Ends Uneven

Insuffi cient tension on twine holder. Tighten twine holder spring.

Dull or chipped knife. Replace twine knife, or sharpen cutting edge.

Figure 12-6 No Knot In Either Twine

Twine sheared in twine disc.Bill Hook not rotating.Bill Hook tongue fails to open.

Loosen twine holder or remove all sharp edges and burrs on twine holder and twine disc. Check for sheared roll pin in bill Hook pinion.Check for lost trigger roller, or cam face worn.

can also be a result of a bow knot that has come apart.

Check twine fi nger travel.


Figure 12-2 Twine Broken In Knot

Extreme tension on twine around bill Hook during tying cycle causes twine to shear or pull apart.

Loosen twine disc holder spring. Smooth off all rough edges on bill Hook.

TROUBLE SHOOTING KNOTTER

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Figure 12-7 Knot In Bottom (Needle) Twine

Top twine over bale pulled out or sheared out of the twine holder. This twine will be too short to wrap around the bale. If the top twine is squared cut, it pulled out of twine holder. If it is ragged and drastically frayed, it sheared out of the twine disc or over bill Hook.

Tighten twine holder spring pressure. Decrease bale density tension.

Decrease twine holder spring pressure. Decrease bale density tension.

Figure 12-8 Strands On One Twine Doubled Back Through Knot

Bill Hook is closing on top of twine. Move knife arm so grove in knife arm will hold twine over bill Hook tongue farther to the right.

Adjust twine disc timing.

Figure 12-9 - Double Bow Knot

Insuffi cient travel of knife arm past Bill Hook.

Move knife arm to obtain more travel past bill Hook.

Bill Hook roller cam pressure too loose.

Check for wear on cam lobe.

Twine fi nger full travel not going far enough, knot is being formed to far to the left on the bill Hook.

Tighten bill Hook roller cam springs. Check twine fi nger full travel adjustment.

Figure 12-10 Single Bow Knot

Insuffi cient travel of knife arm past bill Hook.

Move knife arm to obtain more travel past bill Hook. Check for wear on cam lobe.

Bill Hook roller cam pressure too loose.

Tighten bill Hook roller cam springs

Figure 12-11 Twine Cut Or Frayed Behind Knot

As bill Hook rotates, twine is pinched between bill Hook and knife arm and twine is damaged below knot.

Bend knife arm so bill Hook turns freely. Make certain wiper ledge on knife arm contacts back side of bill Hook.

Rough knife arm cuts twine. Smooth rough edge in twine notch on knife arm, or replace knife arm.

Extreme high top twine tension. Reduce bale density tension, or check twine tensioners.

TROUBLE SHOOTING KNOTTER

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TROUBLE SHOOTING ICM SYSTEM

MESSAGE MEANING

• Requires attention as soon as possible.

• ICM may inhibit further machine operation to prevent damage.

• For information on machine setup.

ICM - MESSAGES

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WARNING / SYMPTOM CAUSE REMEDY

Low Voltage

Battery is below 9.0 V

The low battery voltage warn-ing will display if any of the ICM modules are supplied with less than 9.0 V. The message screen will appear when the battery voltage to the MD3 module is less than 9.0 volts.

Individual module voltages may be viewed in the Main menu / Info / Mod-ules. Low voltage could be caused by a poor charging system, weak battery, or faulty connection (If this Warning appears imediately upon start up see Note under Start Switch on page 1-27).

10,000 Bale Service

See Manual for complete maintenance schedule.

The 10,000 Bale Service mes-sage will display when 10,000 bales have exited the baler.

See Every 40 Hours or 10,000 bales in the Lubrication and Maintenance section on page 11-6.

15,000 Bale Service


The 15,000 Bale Service mes-sage will display when 15,000 bales have exited the baler.

See Every 50 Hours or 15,000 bales in the Lubrication and Maintenance section on page 11-7.

4 Hour Service


The 4 Hour Service message will display every 4 hours bal-ing operation.

See Every 3 To 4 Hours in the Lubri-cation and Maintenance section on page 11-5.

Custom Timer

Custom Timer Text.

The custom timer will display when your custom time has elapsed.

A Custom Timer can be made from Custom Timer Text and Custom Time screens. Access the Service Timers screen by pressing the Menu button, Press F1 "Adjust", select Service Timers and press OK

Making a custom timer:

1. Select custom timer text and press OK. Use UP/DOWN and OK buttons to make your custom text.

2. Select custom time in the Service Timers Screen and press OK. Use UP/DOWN and OK buttons to make your custom text.

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This baler is initially set to factory settings, referred to as “default settings” throughout this manual.

Below is a list of all the settings in order that they appear in the Adjust Group on the ICM. Those settings which are not accessible through the Adjust Group have been marked with an “x” in the fi rst column, column A. In addition, some of the settings that are made during operation will automatically reset to the default setting when the ICM is powered off. Default settings with this feature are marked with an “*” in the second column, column B.

The third column is the Adjust Group. The fourth column is the Parameter Name as it is shown in the Adjust Group, which may be written differently on the user screens because of space constraint reasons. The fi fth column is the default value followed by the unit of the value. The sixth column is the factory set-ting with the date the settings were made and the serial number of the machine the settings were made on. Because of small variations in manufacturing and parts, each machine may have slightly different settings for a properly tuned function. For this reason, this column shows which settings were adjusted for that particular serial number.

SP.A.0 ICM Program Default Settings S/N:DATE:

A B Adjust Group Parameter Name DescriptionDefault Value

UnitFactory Setting:

Field Names Fields Current Field N/AField Names Change Field Name Individual Field Name. Sets Current Field N/AService Timers Custom Timer Text Name of Custom TimerService Timers Bullgear Lube Time Time Between Lubing Bullgear 4 hr 4Service Timers Custom Time May Set-up as Engine Service Timer 8 hr 1000Service Timers 10000 Count 10000 bales 10000Service Timers 15000 Count 15000 bales 15000Dealer Screen NameDealer Screen Saver Time Idle Time Before Screen Saver Turns On 60 secDealer Screen Save 0=on, 1=off 0Custom Dealer Info Custom Dealer NameCustom Dealer Info Custom Dealer AddressCustom Dealer Info Custom Dealer City, StateCustom Dealer Info Custom Dealer PhoneTension Command Tension Pressure Desired Tension Pressure 0 psi n/aTension Tension Current mATension Accumulator Pressure SenderTension Tension Pressure SenderTension Manual Tension Tension Pressure: 0% = min, 100% = max 0% % n/aBale Flakes Flake Goal Desired Flakes Per Bale 14 fl akes-

baleBale Flakes Turn On Rabbit Flakes Above Goal For Warning 2Bale Flakes Turn On Turtle Flakes Below Goal For Warning -2Bale Flakes Flake Window + or - Size Of Quick Reference WindowBale Flakes Rabbit & Turtle 0= Off, 1= On 0 1Bale Flakes Low Baling RPM Warning Below This RPM Turns On Warning 70 70

(280S14-003) Manual Tension Max Command Pressure Highest Target Tension Pressure Allowed 1550 psi 1500

Manual Tension Charge Interval Time Between Charging 60 secManual Tension Charge Time Time To Charge Accumulator 6 secManual Tension Accumulator Low Pressure Begin Charging Accumulator 1600 psi 1600Manual Tension Accumulator High Pressure Stop Charging Accumulator 2000 psi 2000Tension PID I Regulator I Regulator 1 1Tension PID P Regulator P Regulator 0 0Tension PID D Regulator P Regulator 0 0Lifetime counters Lifetime Bale Count Reset Value Set To Last Know Value 0Lifetime counters Baling Hour Meter Reset Value Set To Last Know Value 0Lifetime counters Lifetime Hour Meter Reset Value Set To Last Know Value 0Lifetime counters Counts Reset Turn On To Reset Values Then Turn Off To

Allow Counting0 0

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Inputs:

Accumulator Pressure:500mv = 0 psi

4500mv = 3000 psi

Tension Pressure:500mv = 0 psi

4500mv = 3000 psi

Knotter cycle: True = sensor tripped

Bullgear rpm:0 hz = 0 rpm

145 hz = 99 rpm (88 teeth per revolution)

Bullgear teeth count: counts bullgear teeth and di-vides by 88 to display fl akes per bale.

Outputs:

Tension:

0 mA = no tension pressure

1250 mA (1100 mA on S/N 280S14-003) = full tension pressure

Float increase valve, ac-cumulator drain, open rails, open center valve:

0v = off

12v = on

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Symptom Problem Solution

System Will Not ProduceSuffi cient Cooling

Fan speed switch off Turn fan speed switch to one of three fan speeds.

See your John Deere dealer.

Compressor not functioning (both the large and small air-conditioning hoses, exiting right-hand rear corner of cab, are at the same temperature)


High-pressure switch open.Insuffi cient air fl ow across con-denser

Low-pressure switch open. Insuf-fi cient air fl ow across evaporator

Clean cab fi lters. Check cab fan operation.

Clean condenser. Check rotary wand duct for obstruction. Clean air screen.


Low-pressure switch open. Low outside air temperature

Move temperature control to warmer setting.


Low-pressure switch open.Insuffi cient refrigerant level (bub-bles in sight glass)


Heater valve partially open. With temperature knob set for maxi-mum cooling, feel both heater hoses exiting right-hand rear corner of cab. If both are warm, valve is open


Insuffi cient blower speed Increase blower speed.

Debris on radiator screen Clean screen.

AIR CONDITIONING

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Symptom Problem SolutionSystem Will Not ProduceSuffi cient Cooling

continued.....

Compressor clutch not engaging


Condenser is overheating Clean screens, cores and fi ns of condenser, oil cooler, and radiator.

Burned out clutch fi eld or faulty fi eld


Faulty high pressure or low pres-sure switches

Replace switches.

Faulty A/C evaporator thermostat sensor

Replace A/C evaporator thermo-stat sensor.

Recirculating fan disconnected Check connectors at fan switch.

Compressor partially or com-pletely seized

Remove compressor for service or replacement.

Dirty fi lters Clean fi lters.

Broken or disconnected electrical Check all terminals for loose con-nections; check wiring for hidden breaks.

Broken or disconnected cab ground wire

Reconnect or replace the ground wire.

Expansion valve stuck in open position

Replace expansion valve.

Expansion valve stuck shut Replace expansion valve.

Broken refrigerant line Examine all lines for evidence of breakage by external stress ofrubbing wear.

Leak in system Evacuate system, apply staticcharge, leak test system, and repair leak as necessary.

Restriction in refrigerant system Check for kinked hoses.

Restriction in expansion valve See your John Deere dealer.

AIR CONDITIONING

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Symptom Problem SolutionSystem Will Not ProduceSuffi cient Cooling

continued.....

Restriction in receiver/dryer See your John Deere dealer.

Compressor shaft seal leaking Replace the compressor shaft seal.

Excessive moisture in system, causing expansion valve freeze up

Drain and recharge. Replace receiver-dryer.

Clogged cab roof inlet panel Remove and clean.

Evaporator fi ns clogged Blow out evaporator fi ns withcompressed air.

Too little refrigerant in system Recharge system.

Clogged screen in receiver-dryer Discharge system, replacereceiver-dryer. Then evacuate and charge system.

Excessive moisture in system Discharge system; replacereceiver-dryer. Then evacuate and charge system.

Air in system Discharge, evacuate, and charge system.

Hissing Noise At ExpansionValve

Loss of refrigerant Check sight glass for bubbles and system for leaks. See your John Deere dealer.

Restriction in refrigerant system Check for kinks in hoses.

Check receiver-dryer for unifor-mity of temperature. If tempera-ture is not uniform, see your John Deere dealer.

AIR CONDITIONING

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Symptom Problem SolutionPartial Frosting and Sweating of Lines Combined With Poor Cooling

Loss of refrigerant Check sight glass for bubbles and system for leaks. See your John Deere dealer.

Restricted or clogged liquid line See your John Deere dealer.

Expansion valve malfunctioning See your John Deere dealer.

Air Conditioning System Too Noisy

Loose or excessively worn drive belt

Tighten or replace as necessary.

Noisy clutch Remove clutch for service orreplacement as necessary.

Compressor noisy Check mountings and repair; re-move compressor for service orreplacement.

Excessive charge in system Discharge excess refrigerant until high-pressure gauge drops within specifi cations.

Low charge in system Check system for leaks; chargesystem.

Excessive moisture in system Replace receiver-dryer; evacuate and charge system.

Air Conditioning System Cools Intermittently

Compressor clutch slipping Slippage over a prolonged pe-riod will require that clutch be removed for service; may require adjustment for proper spacing.

Unit icing up may be caused by excessive moisture in system, inoperative expansion valve, or faulty thermostat

Replace expansion valve; re-place receiver-dryer if excess moisture is present; replace thermostat.

Thermostat defective Replace thermostat.

Defective blower switch or blower motor

Remove defective part for service or replacement.

Partially open, improper ground, or loose connection in compres-sor clutch coil or solenoid

Check connections or remove clutch coil or solenoid for service or replacement.

AIR CONDITIONING

PB380SPOPS

14-5

Rev 5/11

Symptom Problem SolutionCompressor clutch cycles ex-cessively or compressor stays off up to 15 minutes

Evaporator icing Adjust controls correctly. (See Operator’s Station section.) Open louvers. Clean fi lters. Move knob to warmer setting.

Bad smell (foul odor) in cab Plugged drain tube. Dirty fi lters. Dirty cab

Blow out condensate tube. Clean fi lters. Vacuum out cab.

Be certain weep valve in conden-sate drain tube is installed.

Heater

Heater Not Heating

Dirty recirculating fi lter Clean fi lter.

No thermostat in engine water outlet manifold

Install thermostat.

Defective thermostat in engine water outlet manifold

Replace thermostat.

Temperature control not func-tioning

Locate heater valve under train-ing seat assembly. Turn key toaccessories position, if water valve arm does not move with temperature control adjustment, see your John Deere dealer.

Kinked heater hose. Defective heater valve

Straighten or replace. Replace valve.

AIR CONDITIONING / HEATER

PB380SPOPS

14-6

Rev 5/11

Symptom Problem SolutionDrive System

Both Wheels Lack Pulling Abil-ity On Grade or Pulling Out Of Ditch

Loose or worn controls Check controls.

FIELD-ROAD switch in transport position

Set switch to FIELD position.

Internal park brakes dragging See your John Deere dealer.

Faulty relief valves Replace.

Failed motors/pumps Replace.

Low charge pressure See “Low Charge Pressure” in this section.

The baler is not designed to spin the wheels under all conditions

See your John Deere dealer if problem becomes excessive.

Hydraulic oil overheated See ”Hydraulic Oil Overheats” in this section.

Both Wheels Will Not Pull In Forward or Reverse

Low on oil Check hydrostatic oil level and fi nal drives.

Tow disconnects still out Engage fi nal drives.

Steering controls worn or loose Check control lever and steering for loose, worn, or broken ball joints and ball joint rods.

Internal park brakes dragging See your John Deere dealer.

Faulty relief valves Replace.

Clogged charge pump suction screen in reservoir

Clean screen.


Failed pump Replace.

DRIVE SYSTEM

PB380SPOPS

14-7

Rev 5/11

DRIVE SYSTEM

Symptom Problem SolutionOne Wheel Does Not Pull in Forward or Reverse

Tow disconnect still out Engage fi nal drive.

Steering controls worn or loose Check control lever and steering for loose, worn, or broken ball joints and ball joint rods.

Internal parking brakes dragging See your John Deere dealer.

Failed pump, motor, or fi nal drive See your John Deere dealer.

Faulty relief valve See your John Deere dealer.

Excessive Noise From Drive System

FIELD/ROAD switch in transport range

Set switch to fi eld range.

Brakes noisy See ”Dragging Or Overheating” in INTERNAL PARK BRAKES, in this section.

Faulty pump or motor See your John Deere dealer.

Cab mounts defective See your John Deere dealer.

Baler Will Not Run Full Speed in Field or Transport


PB380SPOPS

14-8

Rev 5/11

Symptom Problem SolutionLeaking Seals or Covers On Pumps or Motors

Case pressure too high Check for kinked hose or other restrictions in drain lines.

Low Charge Pressure Plugged charge pump suction screen in reservoir

Clean screen.

Low on oil Check for leaks and correct. Fillreservoir.

Malfunctioning priority valve See your John Deere dealer.

Worn charge pump Replace.

Plugged fi lter Replace fi lter.

Malfunctioning shuttle valve in baler drive motor

Check motor for sticking valve spools or broken springs.

Hydraulic Oil Overheats Low oil supply Fill system with correct oil.

Oil cooler air passages clogged Clean oil cooler.

Clogged hydrostatic fi lter Replace fi lter.

Platform drive motor shuttle spool


Faulty check valve on baler motor Replace. See your John Deeredealer.

Operating in transport mode on hilly terrain

Set ground drive speed switch to FIELD position

Hydraulic Oil Leak Loose fi tting Tighten fi tting.

Damaged O-ring on fitting or hose

Replace O-ring. Tighten right-angle fi ttings by hand, then back out to required orientation.

Fitting seal surface scratched or nicked

Replace fi tting.

HYDRAULICS

PB380SPOPS

14-9

Rev 5/11

Symptom Problem SolutionElectrical

Low Voltage and/or Battery Will Not Charge

Defective battery (possibly due to low water level.)

Replace battery. Maintain waterlevel.

Low engine speed Increase speed.

Wet or dirty battery Keep clean and dry.

Loose or corroded connections Clean and tighten batteryconnections.

Dirty or defective alternator, de-fective voltage regulator, or high resistance in circuit


Loose or defective fan belt Check automatic belt tensioner.Replace worn belt.

Alternator or voltage regulator not functioning properly


Starter Cranks Slowly or Will Not Operate

Relay not functioning Check relay and wire connec-tions.

Starter solenoid not functioning Check solenoid and wireconnections.

Loose or corroded batteryconnections

Clean and tighten loose connec-tions.

Steering wheel or hydrostatic ground drive lever not in neutral

Put hydrostatic ground drive lever in neutral and center steering wheel.

Key switch worn or terminals loose

Check switch and terminals.

Too high viscosity crankcase oil Drain and fi ll crankcase with oil of proper viscosity and quality.

Faulty starter Replace starter.

Neutral interlocks not set or Check switches at hydrostatic lever neutral park position and at steering assembly under the cab.

Defective neutral start relay Replace relay.

ELECTRICAL

PB380SPOPS

14-10

Rev 5/11

Symptom Problem SolutionLights Dim High resistance in circuit or poor

ground on lightsCheck the wiring circuit for a break in a wire or a poor ground.

Defective light switch Replace switch.

Poor ground Check ground cable under cab, and between engine and main frame, for loose connection or corrosion.

Lights Will Not Light Defective light switch Replace switch.

Open wiring, circuit breaker, or fuse

Check wiring for broken wire orshorts. Check circuit breaker or fuse.

Defective light Replace.


Turn Signals Do Not Operate Controller faulty Replace warning light display.

Defective light Replace light.

Open wiring or fuse Check wiring and replace fuse.

Defective relay Replace relay.


Warning Lights Do Not Operate Controller faulty Replace warning light display.

Defective relay Replace relay.

Open wiring or fuse Check wiring and replace fuse.

Defective light Replace light.

ELECTRICAL

PB380SPOPS

14-11

Rev 5/11

Symptom Problem SolutionWarning Lights Do Not Operate

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Faulty light switch Replace switch.


No Current To Cab Solenoid stuck or defective Replace solenoid.

Wiring or circuit breaker open Check wiring for a broken or shorted wire.


Power Screen Cleaner (Rear Door Air Screen)

Power Screen Cleaner Wand Will Not Rotate

Open wiring Check wiring.

Engine not running Start engine.

Wand motor shaft nut loose Tighten nut.

Motor overloaded Wait for thermal switch to reset.Check fuse.

Air screen wand pushing debris Trash duct plugged. Clean out duct.

Motor sluggish or will not operate Replace motor.

ELECTRICAL/POWER SCREEN

PB380SPOPS

14-12

Rev 5/11

Symptom Problem SolutionWand Fails To Clean Screen Clogged trash duct Clean duct.

Power Screen Cleaner Door Will Not Latch

Latch out of adjustment Adjust latch.

Compartment Is Dirty Door seal damaged Replace seal.

Leaks in screen compartment Seal all holes with silicone gas-ket material. Replace damaged seals.

Steering and Ground Speed Controls

Machine Will Not Steer Straight, Tends to Wander When Steer-ing is Held Still

Centering spring incorrectly adjusted

Readjust centering spring.

Centering cable broken Replace.

Centering cable caught on some-thing

Inspect cable for catching.

Centering spring broken Replace.

Binding linkages) Check linkage(s) for interference or bent parts.

Steering binding in steering col-umn when tilted


Baler Moves on Flat Ground With Ground Speed Lever in Neutral and Steering Wheel Centered

Ground Drive Controls out of adjustment


Ground Speed Surges While Steering

Loose or worn hydro cable Tighten cable joints or replace cable.

Ground Speed Handle Hard to Move and/or baler Pulls Ran-domly to Both Sides

Hydro pump jackshaft control levers not pivoting freely on jackshaft

Clean shaft and pivots. Greasejackshaft control lever pivots.

POWER SCREEN/STEERING

PB380SPOPS

14-13

Rev 5/11

Symptom Problem SolutionGround Speed Control Lever Hard To Move

Control cable worn Replace.

Damaged dampener Replace.

Ground Speed Control Handle Has Excessive Free Movement

Control cable worn Replace cable.

Internal park brakes dragging or overheating

Low charge pressure See DRIVE SYSTEM, ”Low Charge Pressure” in this section.

Electro-Hydraulic valve malfunc-tioning


Throttle

Throttle Does Not Work or En-gine High Idle Speed Too Low

(see your engine Manufactures Operators Manual)

Injection pump spring loaded throttle lever not hitting high and low stops

Adjust throttle rod for slight overtravel at high and low stops.

Throttle motor defective Replace.

Faulty switch Replace.

Tires

baler Raising and Lowering Repetitively Near Maximum Transport Speed

Tire pressure too low or too high Check tire air pressure in front and rear tires.

STEERING/THROTTLE/TIRES

PB380SPOPS

14-14

Rev 5/11

Symptom Problem SolutionInternal Park Brakes

Loss of Brake Capacity Worn brake disks See your John Deere dealer.

Brakes dragging or overheat-ing

Low charge pressure See DRIVE SYSTEM, ”Low Charge Pressure” in this section.

Electro-Hydraulic valve malfunc-tioning


Seat

Excessively Rough Ride Seat suspension not adjusted Adjust to operator’s weight.

High air pressure in tires Infl ate to proper pressure.

Digital Display and Speed Monitoring System

Number Not Displayed For any One Function

Sensor not properly adjusted Adjust sensor.

Defective wiring or loose or cor-roded connections

Repair wiring. Clean and tighten connections.

Defective sensor Replace sensor.

Defective display unit See your John Deere dealer.

PARK BRAKE/SEAT/DISPLAY

PB380SPOPS

14-15

Rev 5/11

Symptom Problem SolutionDisplay Shows Erratic or Incor-rect Ground Speed

Incorrectly infl ated tires Correctly infl ate tires.

Display unit not correctly cali-brated


Radio

Radio Not Operating Start switch in “OFF” position Turn key to ”ACCESSORIES AND RUN” or ”ACCESSORIES”.

Open fuse Replace fuse.

Poor connection to radio Check wiring harness.

Poor connection to speakers Check wiring harness.

Poor Reception Station improperly tuned in Tune station with tuning control.

Push-button improperly set Set push-button to correct fre-quency.

Antenna in improper position Place antenna in upright position.

Poor antenna connection Check antenna cable connection.

Uneven speaker balance Set balance control.

Faulty suppression capacitor in alternator

Replace capacitor.

Faulty antenna Replace antenna.

Faulty speaker Replace speaker.

Interference from Business Band/CB Radio

Business band/CB radio antenna improperly installed

Change antenna location. Left-hand side is ideal location.

Ground antenna base and shield in antenna cable. Minimize cable length.

DISPLAY/RADIO

PB380SPOPS

14-16

Rev 5/11

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