Felins Tying Machine 2000-22

Warning: Wear safety glasses while performing this procedure.

Motor is manufactured by Bodine?

Brush caps removed from each side of the motor?

Springs removed from the brushes?

Brushes removed for inspection?

Measure the length of the brush from the point where the wire merges with the brush to the end of the brush that contacts the commutator inside the motor.

Brush length is more than 0.375 inch (9.5 mm)?

If new brushes are required, record the motor type and serial number from the motor nameplate.

Brush wire terminal removed from under the holding screw head?

Inspect for loose fasteners, drive collars, and clamps. (See Adjustments/Repairs section)

Inspect for loose electrical connections.(See Adjustments/Repairs section)

Inspect for electrical connections in close proximity to moving parts. (See Adjustments/Repairs section)

Inspect for metal filings at or near wear points. (See Adjustments/Repairs section)

Inspect knotter and knotter jaw for excessive wear. (See Adjustments/Repairs section)

Inspect the delivery arm break-away mechanism to ensure it will break away properly. (See Adjustments/Repairs section);

WARNING: Do not perform maintenance on machinery unless electrical power and air are disconnected, locked out or cannot be turned on by any person other than the individual performing the maintenance.

Power switch turned off and power cord removed

Table screws removed and table detached from the machine

Fuse holder removed from the control module

Enter the size and rating of the replaced fuse

Electrical power cord reconnected and power restored to the machine

Sign off on the fuse replacement

WARNING: Do not perform maintenance on machinery unless electrical power and air are disconnected, or cannot be turned on by any person other than the individual performing the maintenance.

Power to the machine turned off

Screws securing the table to the machine removed

CAUTION: Before cycling the machine, know which parts of the machine move.

It is the operator's responsibility to fully read and understand this manual before attempting to operate or service the machine. If something is still unclear, please re-read the manual or contact your local Felins Distributor or the Felins Service Department for additional information.

Machine cycled and stop switch cam verified

NOTE: The stop switch cam assembly consists of the roll pin (Figure 69, Item 4) and the locking collar (Figure 69, Item 2).

Inspect for loose fasteners, drive collars, and clamps. (See Adjustments/Repairs section)

Inspect for loose electrical connections.(See Adjustments/Repairs section)

Inspect for electrical connections in close proximity to moving parts. (See Adjustments/Repairs section)

Inspect for metal filings at or near wear points. (See Adjustments/Repairs section)

Inspect knotter and knotter jaw for excessive wear. (See Adjustments/Repairs section)

Inspect the delivery arm break-away mechanism to ensure it will break away properly. (See Adjustments/Repairs section);