CHAPTER 13 TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE: NOTE: This Troubleshooting guide presents problems, causes and suggested remedies beyond the extent of loose, worn or missing parts and it was developed with the understanding that the machine is in otherwise good operating condition. Refer to the index at the back of this manual for Chapter and Topic page references. For additional assistance, BE SURE to contact your local GEHL dealer. BLOWER PROBLEM
CAUSE
REMEDY
Forage is NOT being blown adequately or Deflector is plugging.
Operating too far below rated PTO speed.
Check that Speed Monitor is plugged-in. Check that all electrical Plugs are connected or, if the Speed Monitor is NOT functioning, have the unit checked per the electrical troubleshooting information provided to the dealer.
Blower Rimsheet and/or Deflector is gummed up.
Remove gum and dirt by either scraping it out or by running very wet forage or freshly cut crop through it; consult with your dealer for information on a Water Tank system.
Blower Paddles are NOT set out to the Rimsheet.
Adjust Paddles; refer to Adjustments chapter.
Blower Belt slipping.
Check Belt for wear and/or oil contamination and check for proper Idler alignment.
Deflector Liner is worn through.
Replace Liner.
Deflector Horizontal Extension is interfering.
Correct the Extension mounting, as required; refer to the Set-up & Assembly chapter.
Cap is being tipped down too far.
Operate the Cap in a higher position.
PTO is being engaged at too high an RPM.
Always engage the PTO at tractor idle.
Blower Fan is obstructed.
Check the Fan to see if it turns freely.
Belt Idler is tipped and/or NOT in line.
Position Idler perpendicular and in-line with Belt.
Locking Collars on Blower Bearings are loose.
Center the Fan and tighten the Bearing Lock Collars.
Blower Arms are bent.
Replace Arms.
Rimsheet is loose.
Tighten Rimsheet Take-up after cleaning and greasing the Rimsheet grooves.
Bolts in Sidesheets are loose.
Tighten Bolts.
Blower Belt is coming off.
Blower Fan Blades are striking Blower Sidesheets.
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