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Details the terms and conditions of the limited warranty for the Bale Baron®.
Instructions on how to register the Bale Baron® for warranty validation.
Emphasizes operator's responsibility for safety and understanding the manual.
Essential safety precautions for operating and maintaining the Bale Baron Stacker.
Guidelines for safe operation, maintenance, and hazard prevention.
Importance of proper training and understanding of safety instructions for all personnel.
Instructions on keeping, replacing, and understanding safety signs for proper machine awareness.
Step-by-step guide for correctly applying safety signs to the equipment.
Essential steps and precautions before operating the Bale Baron Stacker, including manual review and PPE.
Safety procedures and best practices to follow during machine maintenance and servicing.
Critical safety measures for safe operation, including moving parts and rider prohibition.
Guidelines for safely storing and transporting the Bale Baron Stacker.
Precautions for hydraulic systems and safety considerations for tires.
Safety advice for handling large bales, emphasizing tractor stability and securing loads.
Safe practices for transporting large bales, including load securing and vehicle requirements.
Instructions for installing the hose kit for New Holland 4250T models.
Details on installing baler hardware and connecting to a 4250T model.
Specifies the drawbar length requirement for connecting the baler.
Instructions for setting up the rear baler drawbar, including specific procedures for different baler makes.
Steps for assembling and installing the Hesston hose kit for 4250T models.
Ensures the telescoping hitch is set to the shortest operating position.
Details on mounting and functioning of the non-Isobus cab control panel for the Bale Baron.
Instructions for connecting the Bale Baron to a tractor via Isobus for operation.
Guidance on mounting and connecting an optional Marcrest Isobus monitor.
Details on hydraulic system setup, load sensing, and coupler specifications for the Bale Baron.
Specifies minimum hydraulic flow and required tractor remote valves for different Bale Baron models.
Procedures for setting up and adjusting the load sensing hydraulic system for optimal performance.
Steps for configuring the Bale Baron to operate with a closed center hydraulic system.
Guidance on selecting the correct program to match bale size and baler type for optimal performance.
Instructions on setting the baler for maximum bale length and chamber width.
Adjusting the spacer bar height and spring tension to match bale characteristics.
Adjusting end gate panels for desired stack length and material type.
Configuration steps for setting up the Bale Baron for 14" x 18" bale size.
Configuration steps for setting up the Bale Baron for 16" x 18" bale size.
Details on the floating chamber top feature for easy bundle removal and securing pins.
Guidelines for selecting twine and step-by-step instructions for installing twine balls.
Instructions for setting speed controls for the knotter and the bale table.
Adjusting load sense valve and procedure for testing hydraulic pressure.
Details on optional endgate options for producing different sized bundles.
Information on the expeller roller kit for 9-pack bundles and its top roller adjustment.
Instructions for adjusting the pickup height to achieve the correct ground clearance.
Steps for adjusting belt alignment and tension on the pickup for proper operation.
Overview of the Bale Baron control panel, identifying key components like display and switches.
Explanation of the Bale Baron's home screen options for mode selection and batch counting.
Description of the menu screen options for accessing settings and system information.
How the inputs screen displays limit and safety switches in real-time, indicating active inputs.
How the outputs screen displays solenoid status in real-time, indicating active outputs.
Functionality of the counters screen for tracking jobs and total bundles, with options to pause or reset.
Displays the last hundred actions performed by the Bale Baron, including auto, manual, and other operations.
Options for adjusting bundle size, hydraulic flow, injector down settings, and baler type.
Explains the operation of function switches like Auto, Manual, Injector Down/Up, Plunger Out/In, and Endgates.
Functionality of the Local/Off/Remote switch for controlling the Bale Baron.
Operation of beacon switch and explanation of indication light colors.
Procedure for using the override feature when needles are not in home position or plunger is not in.
How the Vertical Stack Count indicates bales behind the plunger and how to modify it.
How the Horizontal Stack Count indicates complete stacks of 3 bales and how to modify it.
Explanation of tie cycle timing, alerts, and overload indicator system monitoring.
Messages displayed when conditions aren't met for selecting features or operating functions.
Describes alarm sounds and lists messages for system malfunctions and troubleshooting.
Details common causes and solutions for alarm messages displayed on the Bale Baron.
How to adjust stack counts using the encoder knob and save changes on the Isobus display.
Engaging manual mode on the Isobus display to operate all functions from this screen.
Accessing menu pages and adjusting display settings, including volume, on the Isobus display.
General safety warnings and procedures for testing limit switches in troubleshooting.
Troubleshooting for alarm messages related to hydraulic pressure and table shield safety switches.
Troubleshooting for Remote/Local switch and Remote & Local Selector Switch alarms, including fuse information.
Troubleshooting for injector and plunger limit switch alarms, including causes and corrective actions.
Troubleshooting for plunger, gate, and vertical stack limit switch alarms, with possible causes and corrections.
Troubleshooting for needle home limit, knotter mistied, and twine feed alarms, including common causes.
Troubleshooting for table full, knotter trip limit, and low oil level alarms, with recommended actions.
Procedure for testing hydraulic pressure using a gauge, including standby and ramp pressures.
Instructions for adjusting the sequence valve to control injector cylinder extension timing.
How to determine and adjust endgate linkage alignment for proper function and to prevent locking.
Procedure for setting up and adjusting limit switches, including checks for activation and proper functioning.
Identifies injector limit switches (Up/Down) and potential error messages related to their malfunction.
Location and adjustment of plunger limit switches (Out/In) and associated error messages.
Explanation of endgate limit switches (Open/Closed) and how to identify malfunctioning switches.
How to access and adjust the needle yoke home limit switch for proper positioning.
Function of the knotter upper limit switch in indicating knot completion and opening endgates.
Function of the third bale count switch to prevent inserting a fourth bale and its error alerts.
Role of the trip arm limit switch in indicating the trip arm's position and troubleshooting issues.
How sensors monitor slacker arm movements to detect miss-tied knots and trigger alarms.
Yearly maintenance task of oiling knotter drive chain and rotary table drive chain.
Yearly lubrication points on the knotter for all moving parts, which are sealed.
Weekly check of the brake fluid level.
Procedure for checking and adjusting the tension of the pickup chains.
Yearly inspection of brake drums and shoes, and replacement of worn parts.
Detailed steps for adjusting the brakes using a specialized tool.
Cleaning and repacking wheel bearings every 30,000 bundles.
Adjusting rotary table and knotter drive chain tensions as needed.
Recommended tire pressures for rear and front tires of the Bale Baron.
Reference to the Kubota diesel engine manual for service details.
Daily cleaning of the hydraulic radiator with compressed air.
Daily cleaning of engine radiator and rotary screen for optimal performance.
Replacement interval and part number for the hydraulic filter.
Guidance on changing hydraulic oil, type, and fill level.
Instructions for filling the diesel fuel tank with low sulfur diesel.
Daily cleaning of the hydraulic radiator with compressed air for PTO kit.
Replacement interval and part number for the hydraulic filter for PTO kit.
Changing hydraulic oil, type, and fill level for the PTO pump kit.
Changing gear box oil, type, and fill procedure.
Greasing continuous velocity joints on the PTO shaft and drawbar length requirement.
Troubleshooting common hydraulic issues like pressure loss, slow functions, and cylinder drift.
Procedure for testing cylinders for blow-by to diagnose hydraulic issues.
Critical safety precautions before performing any maintenance or service on the knotter.
Overview of the Bale Baron's low maintenance Rasppe knotter with a double knot system.
Detailed explanation of how the double knotter system functions to tie bales.
Description of one complete cycle of the double knotter system.
Requirements for plastic twine, including knot strength and flexibility for large square bales.
Location and capacity of twine storage boxes, and twine requirement per bundle.
Proper procedure for installing twine balls in storage boxes, including feed end orientation.
Diagram and instructions for threading twine on the left side of the Bale Baron.
Diagram and instructions for threading twine on the right side of the Bale Baron.
General advice on knotter and needle adjustments, troubleshooting, and operation at slow speed.
Critical safety precautions before performing any maintenance or service on the knotter.
Common causes of tying failures, including incorrect adjustments and worn parts.
How twine tension settings affect operation and the importance of checking them.
Adjusting twine tensioners in the twine box for proper tension and to prevent malfunction.
Figure reference for the lower twine tensioner.
Adjusting twine guides for correct twine path through tensioner rolls.
Adjustment procedures for the billhook and its cam for proper knot formation.
Steps for removing and installing the billhook assembly.
Procedures for sharpening, replacing, or removing the twine knife.
Exploded view of the stripper arm assembly, detailing parts and installation.
Adjusting the stripper arm for correct twine loop removal and travel.
Adjusting the twine disc for correct twine pickup and timing.
Adjusting the twine disc position relative to the disc cleaner for proper timing.
Information on shims and end play for the worm gear shaft in the knotter head.
Adjusting the twine holder for correct knot tail length and twine drop.
How tie indicators visually show knotter status and potential issues.
Procedures for installing and adjusting needle actuating rods and needles.
Measuring needle penetration distance to the lower roller for correct timing.
Adjusting the needle carriage position via bottom clevis for correct needle alignment.
Checking needle alignment and adjusting for proper contact with the knotter frame and disc cleaner.
Adjusting needle guides to prevent needle tips from catching on the knotter frame.
Adjusting twine fingers for clearance with needles and proper stroke end position.
Checking and adjusting clearance between twine finger and needle, and twine finger position.
Adjusting tucker arms for proper twine pickup by needles and to prevent twine wrapping.
Aligning tucker arm rollers with needle tip rollers for correct twine feeding.
Adjusting the knotter brake springs for proper tension and to prevent damage.
Inspection of cam lobe wear on the knotter drive sprocket and replacement criteria.
Exploded view of the main assembly of the knotter, showing components and their arrangement.
Exploded view of the clutch assembly for the knotter, detailing individual parts and their numbers.
Exploded view of the knotter brake assembly, illustrating all component parts and their item numbers.
Exploded view of the main shaft assembly for the knotter, showing all parts and their quantities.
Exploded diagram of the knotter head assembly, detailing all components and their part numbers.
Exploded view of the twine finger and tucker arm assembly, listing all parts and their quantities.
Exploded view of the twine tensioner assembly, showing all parts and their quantities.
Exploded view of the twine tensioner assembly, showing all parts and their quantities.
Setting the twine disc timing relative to the disc cleaner.
Adjusting the tension on the bill hook spring.
Setting the correct spring length for the knotter brake.
Specifying the center-to-center hole measurement for connecting rods.
Adjusting needle side tension, disc cleaner clearance, and penetration.
Positioning needles relative to tucker arms and setting tucker arm flush with needle.
Adjusting needle guides to prevent needle tips from catching on the knotter frame.
Adjusting twine fingers for proper clearance and position relative to needles.
Setting tension for top and bottom twine tensioners and twine box tensioners.
Circumstances under which the knotter mis-tie alarm can be disabled.
Troubleshooting needle issues like breaking, bending, or crop deposits in slots.
Diagnosing why the knotter will not engage, focusing on clutch arm and valve issues.
Troubleshooting issues causing the second knot to remain on the billhook.
Common tying problems and their solutions, such as knots staying on billhook or twine wrapping.
Troubleshooting steps when no knot is formed in any knotter, related to twine finger and billhook issues.
General| Brand | MARCREST |
|---|---|
| Model | Bale Baron 4250 |
| Category | Farm Equipment |
| Language | English |
