Krone Big Pack 1270 XC, Original Operating Instructions

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Settings 16
Setting the knotter needles 16.4
BiG Pack 1270 XC
Original Operating Instructions 150000748_01_en 213
16.4.2 Setting the height of the knotter needles on the knotter
For “single knotter” version
BP000-170
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The machine is shut down and safeguarded, refer to page 26 .
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A big bale is simulated, refer to page 222 .
„ Trigger the tying process manually with machine at standstill, refer to page 123 .
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Turn the flywheel manually in working direction ( refer to page 54 ) until the needle roll (1) is
above the twine disc cleaner (2) of the twine driver (3).
„ In order to block the knotter needles (5) in this position, apply the flywheel brake, refer to
page 100 .
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Check dimension X between the lower edge of the needle roll (1) and the upper edge of the
twine disc cleaner (3).
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If the dimension is X=1-3 mm , the setting is correct.
Æ If the dimension is X=1-3 mm :
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Loosen screws (4) and set the knotter needle (5).
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Tighten screws (4).
„ Repeat this process for all knotter needles (5).
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After setting the knotter needles, initiate the tying process manually, refer to page 54 .
„ Make sure the knotter needles (5) and the needle yoke do not come in contact with the
frame, plunger or other parts during the upward or downward motion.
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Make sure that the knotter needles (5) touch the knotter on the right in direction of travel
when they enter the knotter.