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Summary of Contents for Case IH RBX Series
- Page 1 FEATURING • Safety • Service Inspections • Baler Monitor Functions • Baler Operation • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Updates and Kits...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Operator’s Manual. At Case IH, we want to see you achieve a level of performance and reliability that exceeds your expectations, and confirms the belief that you have purchased the best large square baler available. -
Page 3: Safety
The Operator’s Manual contains a ➤ Do not enter the area between the tractor wheels and comprehensive list of safety rules for your RBX Series the baler when the tractor engine is running. baler. Please take a few moments to review the entire ➤... - Page 4 Disengage the PTO, stop the tractor engine. BASIC CONFIGURATION SPECIFICATIONS The RBX series of Round Balers is offered in two basic formation. A stuffer pickup is available on all models bale widths of 3.9' (nominal 4') and 5.1' (nominal 5').
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Page 5: Service Inspections
Maintenance Choices, Being Prepared for Conditions Ask your Case IH dealer about Customized Maintenance Inspections. It is a proactive way to be sure your baler will operate at its best possible performance when you need it. Customized Maintenance Inspections include a visual and functional inspection of your baler. - Page 6 SERVICE INSPECTIONS Checklist For Your “Walk Around” Inspection Replace/ Replace/ SAFETY EQUIPMENT BALE CHAMBER AND GEAR BOX OK Adjust OK Adjust ❍ ❍ ❍ ❍ 1. Gearbox mounting hardware 1. Safety decals ❍ ❍ 2. Gearbox oil level (change if after ❍...
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Page 7: Baler Monitor Functions
Electronic Auto-Controlled Twine/Mesh Wrap System is required to control net wrapping on the RBX series balers. The operation of the monitor divides controls into 5 basic areas of function. These functions are illustrated in terms of touchpad control grouping, identification and control action explanation (see figure 7.1). - Page 8 BALER MONITOR FUNCTIONS The Electronic Auto-Controlled Twine/Mesh Wrap System Monitor display window provides the operator with indicators for modes of operation (Twine or Net, Automatic, Manual), bale status (Full Bale, Wrap Bale, Eject Bale), and system status or position (Tailgate latch, Actuator (Twine, Net insertion). Indicator triangles may flash or be displayed steady depending on the current status of the specific system (see figure 8.1).
- Page 9 BALER MONITOR FUNCTIONS Number of Twine Wraps In twine wrap mode, three pre-programmed wrap selections are available standard with the Electronic Auto-Controlled Twine/Mesh Wrap System. The number of end wraps can be temporarily changed within these selections, and returns to the pre-programmed number when the wrap selection is changed.
- Page 10 BALER MONITOR FUNCTIONS Bale Counts Error Message • To read Daily Bale count–press and release “Bales” • Audible alarm will sound if malfunction occurs and button. Daily count will be displayed for “Error” message is displayed 2 seconds after releasing button •...
- Page 11 BALER MONITOR FUNCTIONS Baler Monitor (cont.) Bale shape indicator is displayed in the normal baler operation mode. • Indicators show the right side of bale slightly larger than left, operator must move to fill the left side of the bale (see figure 11.1) The bale shape indicator bars are used to display additional operational information for the operator.
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Page 12: Baler Operation
BALER OPERATION Connecting the Baler to the Tractor BALER MODEL OPTION MIN PTO HP Baler performance can be directly affected by certain RBX443 tractor adjustments. Prior to connecting the baler to the RBX453 tractor, take some time to assure tractor conditions meet RBX453 Silage the following standards. -
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BALER OPERATION • Refer to the Operator's Manual for correct wiring connections for the monitor, depending on the type of tractor electrical system. • Newer tractors have a mating lighting connector, with wiring compatible with the baler circuits. Older tractors may require addition of wiring connections for proper lighting operation. -
Page 14: Table 14.1
(see figure 14.1) Loading Net Several types of wrapping material can be used with the RBX series baler wrapping system. Standard width and Figure 14.1 wide width net wrap can be used to provide a neat bale that has a high degree of weather resistance,... - Page 15 BALER OPERATION Loading Net (cont.) To route net from the roll to the net insertion duckbill: • Free the end of the net on the roll, and pull out 4'-5' of net. • The net passes over spiral-wrapped spreader rolls (see figure 14.3).
- Page 16 BALER OPERATION Pickup Several factors affect the overall bale shape and integrity, all related primarily to the manner in which crop is fed into the baler and processed prior to being moved into the bale chamber (see figure 16.1). Key factors are: •...
- Page 17 BALER OPERATION Windrows and Driving Patterns The operator has the ability to monitor the bale shape as the bale is formed using the Electric-Controlled Twine Wrap System or Electronic Auto-Controlled Twine/Mesh Wrap System baler monitors (see figure 17.1). The bale shape indicators use bars that move up progressively relative to the side-to-side fill rate of the bale chamber.
- Page 18 BALER OPERATION Rotor-cutter Crop is moved from the pickup to the starter roll by the rotor lobes. Incorporated into the bottom of the feeder of rotor-cutter-equipped units are crop cutter knives that extend into the rotor area (see figure 18.1). Crop material is cut as it moves across the knives.
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Page 19: Adjusted To Obtain The Desired Bale Size (See Figure 19.4)
BALER OPERATION Density Control (cont.) The hydraulic density control system consists of a self- contained hydraulic cylinder with an adjustable relief valve between the two ends of the cylinder. The cylinder is connected to the belt tension arm, which carries the front and rear take-up rolls. -
Page 20: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Daily Lubrication The RBX baler is provided with grease fittings to lubricate bearings in the various drives. Some are lubricated by tubes leading from grease banks to remote grease points. Until the operator is familiar with the location of all grease and lubrication points, it is advisable to use the Operator's Manual as a guide to assure complete lubrication service. - Page 21 MAINTENANCE Lubricate Daily with Grease Lubricate Daily with SAE 10W-30 Engine Oil RH Rotor Shaft* Wide Pickup RH Chain Case RH Duckbill Pivot RH Sledge Roll Drive Chain Equal Angle Ball and Plate (16-20 pumps) Rotor Drive Chain RH Sledge Pivot * Grease Bank...
- Page 22 Operators must still make some time to assure all necessary maintenance is performed in a timely and conscientious manner. In addition to prioritizing the time necessary to perform normal maintenance operations, using top quality Case IH replacement parts and lubricants will go far in assuring your efforts to will be rewarded with trouble-free and productive baling.
- Page 23 MAINTENANCE Under normal operating conditions, follow this maintenance schedule. Under extreme conditions, perform service more frequently. SERVICE ITEM MAXIMUM HOURLY INTERVAL 8/DAY 50/WEEK 1000/YEAR 8 Hour lubrication Inspect and tighten hardware Check drive chains for proper adjustment 50 hour lubrication Check for failing bearings (heat) Inspect pickup tines Inspect the belts and lacing...
- Page 24 MAINTENANCE CHAIN LOCATION TYPE OF SPEC. SPEC. SPRING ADJUSTMENT DEFLECTION ADJUSTMENT Starter Roll Drive Chain Spring-loaded idler " Stationary dimpled roll drive chain Spring-loaded idler " Floor roll drive chain Spring-loaded idler " Sledge roll drive chain Spring-loaded idler " Belt drive roll drive chain Spring-loaded idler "...
- Page 25 MAINTENANCE Belt Operation • Observe belt tracking during operation. Belts will normally shift as the bale is formed • Contact with belt guides is normal, but belts should not curl against guides or flip over • Rollers can be shifted to change belt tension across the baler, altering tracking characteristics of the belts •...
- Page 26 MAINTENANCE Clutch Burnishing • Slip clutch discs may stick when the baler has been in storage. The clutch may not slip as designed, hindering the protective effect of the clutch. • Burnishing is a way of polishing the clutch components to relieve sticking, assuring proper clutch function •...
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Page 27: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING BALE QUALITY OR BALING CONDITION SYMPTOM SUGGESTED ACTION Core Formation Uneven or unstable core, • Reduce PTO speed or feed rate difficulty forming core • Stop PTO if crop is not being fed into baler • Revise windrow size and shape •... - Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING BALE QUALITY OR BALING CONDITION SYMPTOM SUGGESTED ACTION Twine wrapping Difficulty starting twine feed • Excessive twine tension • Twine tangled, incorrectly routed or very tight in the center of a new ball • In some slick grasses, adjust twine arms to come together no closer than 4"...
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Page 29: Parts Kits/Accessories/Assemblies
PARTS KITS/ACCESSORIES/ASSEMBLIES Natural Sisal Twine • 100% biodegradable • Consistent knot and tensile strength • Mildew resistant • Uniform thickness • Only the best sisal fibers are used • Every ball contains exact footage shown on the label RED WINDER UNTREATED TWINE ROUND BALER TWINE Gross Ft. - Page 30 • Produces tight, smooth bales Length Width Length End Use Application that are water-resistant (Feet) (Meters) (Inches) • Covers bale edge-to-edge, Case IH Balers thereby reducing spoilage 5,000 8450/8455/RBX452/RBX462/RBX453/RBX463 1,524 6,200 1,890 8450/8455/RBX452/RBX462/RBX453/RBX463 • Proven to reduce leaf loss, thus 9,840...
- Page 31 PARTS KITS/ACCESSORIES/ASSEMBLIES An improved buffered acid for baling at a higher moisture. Case IH continues a tradition of leadership with a powerful advancement which will ensure increased hay quality. Thirty Plus is a chemically buffered form of propionic acid formulated to inhibit spoilage of your valuable hay crop. Pound-for- pound, it does what straight propionic acid does, yet it’s gentle on your baler, with...
- Page 32 (under load), and faster retention • 3-Ply Low Profile Continuous Chevron Endless belts are also available for most RBX models. Case IH belts are truly endless with the highest tension rating in the industry. Standards a Cut Above the Competition...
- Page 33 PARTS KITS/ACCESSORIES/ASSEMBLIES Automated Lubrication System for RBX2/3 Series Balers The Quicklub Advantage ® Through Lincoln’s unique Quicklub system, small, measured amounts of grease are delivered to each bearing at specific time intervals (every 10 minutes) while the equipment is operating. This method produces a grease seal around each bearing….this acts as a barrier to keep contamination out.
- Page 34 Model 1442 - Part No. 87298560 - one battery Model 1444 - Part No. 87298561 - two batteries Powerluber is a registered trademark of Lincoln Industrial Corp. Case IH LubeMinder Automatic Chain Lubrication System ® Keep all your baler chains running cool and lubricated automatically every time you activate the tailgate.
- Page 35 PARTS KITS/ACCESSORIES/ASSEMBLIES Moisture Testers – Hay DHT-1 Portable Hay Tester HMT-3 Portable Hay Tester Features Features • Direct readout for % moisture • Direct readout of and temperature (°F std.–°C opt.) temperature in °F/°C • Separate electronics module • Multi-language from probe •...
- Page 36 Case IH dealers are the standard for expert sales, service and support of the most technologically advanced equipment in the world. They ’re committed to understanding your business and providing unique solutions to maximize your productivity. From tractors to implements that meet the specific needs of your operation, Case IH dealers offer a complete agricultural system aimed at increasing your productivity and profitability.