Bed Knife Clicker Controls; Bed Knife Adjustment - Twister T6 Operation Manual

BED KNIFE CLICKER CONTROLS

TOOLS NEEDED
Light contact between the bed knife and reel blade is normal on a properly adjusted unit. Light contact is
indicated by a consistent light to medium ticking sound across the length of the blades. The design allows both
blades to receive a continual self-sharpening action. Blade contact is necessary to maintain a sharp cutting
edge and prolong the life of this machine. Having no contact will cause the blades to become dull.
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BED KNIFE CLICKERS
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BED KNIFE ADJUSTMENT

The bed knife position has been adjusted and tested by the manufacturer, but it will need adjustments over time.
The amount of blade contact is adjusted by rotating the clickers which raise and lower the bed knife. Rotate the
clickers towards the "+" for a closer cut and away from the "+" for more clearance. Each clicker will adjust the bed
knife position at the point of that clicker. For example, clicking "+" at the hopper end will allow for a closer cut at
the hopper end. Care should be taken to ensure both clickers are adjusted evenly to make consistent contact
along the length of the bed knife.
To properly align the blades, rotate the clickers away from the "+" until you feel a resistance. This is maximum
clearance. Make sure both blades are clean then turn the T6 on (refer to the maintenance section for cleaning
instructions). It then takes about two full turns toward the "+" to start making blade contact. Make sure to rotate
both clickers simultaneously with each hand.
If contact is made at only one end, indicated by a ticking sound being louder at that end, back the corresponding
clicker out by rotating away from the "+". Then rotate the opposite clicker in towards the "+" to even out the bed
knife and begin engagement with the reel blade. When one click on each side evenly brings the bed knife into
contact with the reel blade, simultaneously rotate both clickers another few clicks closer.
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BED KNIFE
REEL BLADE
TIGHTER CUT