CHAPTER 12 STORAGE 7.
The following items are recommended for off-season storage of the Baler: 1.
Remove all crop material and debris from behind the Sprockets, Sheaves, ends of the Rollers, Pickup . . . etc.
2.
Grease all Fittings and make sure the Telescoping PTO Drive is completely greased. Repack the Wheel Bearings. Also, apply a light coat of grease to the Twine Knife.
8.
9. 10.
Store the unit inside a shed, if possible, or cover the top half of the unit to protect the Belts, if stored outside. Reorder and replace any required parts so that the Baler will be ready to operate at the start of the next baling season. Cover and protect all exposed electrical connectors from dirt and corrosion. Store Control Boxes in a protected dry area out of the weather.
3.
Release tension on the Belts by locking out the Belt Shuttle.
NOTE: Before starting up next season, go over the Checklists, chapter 3 in the front of this manual.
4.
Release tension from the V-belt which drives the Pickup.
PROTECTION OF UNPAINTED SURFACES
5.
Hydraulic Cylinder should be fully retracted and exposed Cylinder Rods should be coated with grease.
6.
Apply motor oil to all Roller Chains, Telescoping Drive Shields and Guard Door Hinges.
Apply a rust preventative oil or grease to the following unpainted surfaces: — All Roller Chains and Sprockets — The Front PTO Drive Yoke and PTO Shaft — Inside Side Sheets where paint is worn off
Printed in U.S.A.
103
907520/CP0600
