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Baler Preparation
Install Baler Hardware
● Follow instructions to install baler steam hardware.
□ Some balers may require installation of an auxiliary tongue jack included in the
hardware package.
□ After installation, CHECK for interference between baler components and baler
steam hardware by cycling the baler through all functions by hand and observing the movement of
baler components in relation to the baler steam hardware. Make corrections as needed.
Install Cameras on Baler
□ CHOOSE mounting locations for each camera.
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Mount one camera to provide a good view of the knotter area or knotter flags.
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Mount one camera to provide a good view of the bale chute or bale
accumulator.
□ INSTALL camera extension cables in the baler so they can connect to the 2 camera
cables that are mounted in the rear panel of the DewPoint machine and extend to each of the baler
mounted cameras.
□ ROUTE and SECURE the camera cables with cable zip ties to prevent damage from mechanical
components on the baler.
□ CONNECT the end of each camera cable to each camera extension cable.
● Test camera installation to be sure it is suited to machine operation.
Install Bale Moisture Monitor on Baler
We highly recommend the GAZEEKA moisture gauge which is a non-contact, microwave-
moisture-measuring instrument.
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INSTALL
GAZEEKA moisture gauge as instructed in the Gazeeka instruction manual.
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CALIBRATE prior to putting hay in the baler the first time. Follow all directions
with the
GAZEEKA instrument to calibrate and establish proper settings for safe
and reliable operation.
