Contents ® Massey Ferguson 1844 Three String Baler SERVICE MANUAL 4283475M2 01 - General Information Contents GENERAL INFORMATION Introduction ..............................01-1 Units of Measurement ..........................01-1 Replacement Parts ..........................01-1 Baler Identification ........................... 01-1 Operator's Manual Container ........................01-2 Description .............................. 01-2 Machine Components ............................
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General Information GENERAL INFORMATION INTRODUCTION For additional operation and maintenance information, see the operator manual included with the baler. The operation and maintenance instructions in this manual come from much field testing and other data. Some information will be general because of varying conditions.
General Information Serial Number FIG. 1: Each baler has a model and serial number on the serial number plate (1). The baler serial number plate is located on the left-hand side of the baler. 3SB-96009-17 FIG. 1 Operator's Manual Container FIG.
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General Information Pickup Clutch FIG. 3: The pickup clutch (1) protects the pickup assembly. The clutch is both an overrunning clutch and a slip clutch that can not be adjusted. 3SB-96019-03 FIG. 3 Pickup and Feeding The crop is picked up and fed into the baler continuously by a four bar pickup assembly.
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General Information Electrical System The baler's 12 volt electrical system supplies power for the baler control console, the working lamps, the flasher warning lamps, tail lamps, and turn signal lamps are controlled by, and receive power from, the towing vehicle’s controls.
General Information MACHINE COMPONENTS Left-hand Front View S1213770 FIG. 5 FIG. 5: Front view Hitch Jack Tongue Pickup assembly Right-hand auger and pickup drive chain cover Charge chamber Auger (one on each side) Left-hand auger drive chain cover Gauge wheel (one on each side) (10) Bale chute (11) Bale density gauge 4283475M2...
General Information Main Drive View FIG. 6: Left-hand side view Drive shaft Baler clutch Flywheel Gearbox Hydraulic reservoir Flywheel shearbolt T0214131a FIG. 6 Left-hand Rear View FIG. 7: Left-hand rear view Knotter lubrication reservoir Needles Needle carriage Jack storage location Hydraulic cylinder for top bale density door Hydraulic cylinder for side bale density doors Left-hand work lamp (right-hand work lamp not...
General Information Right-hand Rear View FIG. 8: Right-hand rear view Knotter blower fan Knotter trip linkage Knotter brake T0214140 FIG. 8 Right-hand Auxiliary Drive View FIG. 9: Right-hand auxiliary drive Stuffer and pickup shearbolt Knotter shearbolt (not shown) Knotter clutch assembly Knotter drive chain Stuffer and pickup drive chain T0214129...
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General Information Bolt Size Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 Bolt Size Class 5.8 Class 8.8 Class 10.9 Lbf ft Lbf ft Lbf ft Lbf ft Lbf ft Lbf ft 5/16-18 M 5 x 0.8 3/8-16 M 6 x 1 7/16-14 M 8 x 1.25 1/2-13...
General Information Service Chart The following service chart lists all components and grease fittings that can be serviced, in order of frequency in hours, according to normal operating conditions. Each of the service points in this list are shown in the photos in this division.
General Information Wheel Assembly Wheel Bearings The wheel bearings for the baler must be cleaned and lubricated at the beginning of each season. See the Specifications division for the correct lubricant. Sealed Bearings Sealed bearings are lubricated for life. Because of the type of seal, lubricant cannot be added.
General Information Shearbolts The shearbolts are used in three different locations for the protection of the components. When a shearbolt shears, the towing vehicle and the baler must be stopped immediately and the problem corrected before baling. FIG. 11: The flywheel shearbolt (1) connects the flywheel to the drive train.
General Information For a stiff roller chain, soak and wash in solvent to loosen and remove dirt and corrosion from the joints. Soak at least eight hours in oil so the lubricant can go between the rollers and bushings. FIG. 13: Spring clip connectors (1) must always be installed with the open end of the clip trailing the direction of travel (A).
General Information • Install the bolts for the bearing flanges. Make sure the bearing is straight within the bearing flanges. Tighten the bolts evenly. • Put the locking collar on the shaft. Push the locking collar against the bearing inner race. Rotate the locking collar in the direction of normal shaft rotation until tightly engaged.
General Information FIG. 17: Insert the chisel between the gib key head and the hub. Drive against the chisel with a hammer. Use the narrow side of the chisel for smaller gib keys and the wide side of the chisel for large gib keys. After the hub and gib key loosens, remove the gib key with the pry bar.
General Information Gearbox FIG. 19: Check the oil level with the baler setting on level ground and hitch set to correct operating height. The oil must be level with the bottom of the hole when the oil level plug (1) is removed. Add oil through the fill plug (2) hole on top of the gearbox.
General Information New Season Preparation • Review the Safety section in the manual. • Inspect all bearings and bearing flanges. Make sure the bearings and bearing flanges are tight and not • Clean baler, removing trash dirt badly worn. accumulation. Make sure all worn or damaged parts were replaced.
General Information SAFETY Safety Alert Symbol FIG. 28: The safety alert symbol indicates information that need understand! GIVE SPECIAL ATTENTION! BE ALERT! THIS IS ABOUT YOUR SAFETY! Read the information. Use good maintenance and operating procedures. Prevent personal injury or death. FIG.
General Information A Word to the Operator FIG. 30: READ and UNDERSTAND this Safety section of the Service Manual BEFORE servicing this baler. This Safety section shows you some typical safety problems which can occur during normal baler operation and maintenance.
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General Information WARNING: An operator should not use alcohol or drugs which can affect their alertness or coordination. An operator taking prescription or over the counter drugs needs medical advice on whether or not they can properly operate machines. FIG. 32: Securely fasten your seat belt before operating the baler Where possible do not operate the baler on or near ground that is not level.
General Information Towing The maximum towing speed is 32 km/hr (20 mi/hr). Do not tow the baler with a towing vehicle that weighs less than 2588 kg (5700 lb). Always install the transport safety chain between the baler and tractor drawbar. •...
General Information Maintenance FIG. 35: Before unplugging the baler or doing any lubrication, cleaning, or adjusting the baler: • Park the baler on a solid level surface. • Put the towing vehicle transmission in PARK and apply the tractor parking brake. •...
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