McHale
F5400
Baler
39
6.5 Net length adjustment setting
In an automatic cycle, the netter starts feeding net once the set bale density has been
reached and the net knife has been re-set. The bale is then wrapped with the
predetermined net length. The net length can be adjusted at the net cutter drive on the
left-hand side of the machine. It is recommended that a minimum of two (2) layers of
net are applied to the bale. Dry conditions and very high densities require up to four (4)
or more layers to ensure a good bale shape.
If the knife hasn’t tripped, trip the knife by following the procedure below:
1.
Ensure the PTO is disengaged, the tractor is shut down with the ignition key
removed and the machine is safely parked with wheels chocked, i.e. cannot
roll.
2.
Climb onto the baler platform. Insert the handle into the hole provided on the
net knife frame bar and pull upwards while applying upwards pressure on the
bar, release the bill hook, by pushing it off the adjuster. (Refer to the following
images)
3.
Allow the knife to return to its tripped position, by lowering the handle
gently. (
B
)
6.
Thread the net as shown. The net
should be routed underneath the first
steel roller and over the black rubber
drive roller.
When the net is threaded, pull
upwards to release the roller tension
lever (
A
) which will compress the
three net rollers together.
The roll of net is now threaded and
ready for baling.
NOTE: Hay or straw with a high dry matter needs more net
When hay or straw is being baled with high dry matter, more net must be
applied.
WARNING: Adjusting the net adjustment lever
Never adjust the net adjustment lever while the baler PTO shaft is
engaged and the tractor is running. Never climb onto the baler platform
while the pick-up reel is still spinning! Beware of sharp knife edges!
CAUTION: Adjusting the net cutter
Never attempt to adjust the net cutter setting until the knife has tripped
(
B
), see the following images.
A