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Note: This code occurs after the Reset Bundle button has been pressed. After the machine has retracted the Right/Left Fetcher cylinder, the Right Fetcher In reed switch should be lined up with the Right Fetcher magnet, which turns the switch on. This is what the machine is waiting for.

If the Right Fetcher cylinder is fully retracted,

– Check the air gap distance between the Right Fetcher In reed switch and the magnet. The distance should be a maximum of 1/8 inch (3 mm). If it is within the suggested range then the reed switch needs to be replaced.

If the Right Fetcher cylinder is partially retracted,

– Check that a foreign object is not preventing the Right Fetcher cylinder from retracting.

– Electric power or hydraulic power or hydraulic return has been disconnected or shut off from machine.

– Remove and observe the Fetcher check valve. If the snap ring in the bottom of the check valve is missing then the check valve needs to be replaced. If you are unable to push the plunger from the end of the check valve in and it spring back, then the check valve needs to be replaced.

If the Right Fetcher cylinder is still extended,

– Check that hydraulic power is still on to the machine and that return line is still connected.

– Check that a foreign object is not preventing the Right Fetcher cylinder from retracting.

– Remove and observe the Fetcher check valve. If the snap ring in the bottom of the check valve is missing then the check valve needs to be replaced. If you are unable to push the plunger from the end of the check valve in and it spring back, then the check valve needs to be replaced.

– Check that the directional valve is not stuck.

If the iPad or monitor says there has been a communication delay:

1. Disengage the hydraulic power and unplug the power cord. Wait approximately 10 seconds and then plug it back in and reengage the hydraulic power
2. If that does not change the operation code, then turn the hydraulic power off and check the voltage going to the two electrical boards. Make sure they are receiving at least 12 volts.
3. Check the R1 and T1 wire connections on the front and band electrical boards.
4. If you are using a B or C monitor instead the iPad app, check to make sure the Bluetooth modules are still linked. For B monitors, the LED labeled “D3” will blink occasionally if the modules are connected. For C monitors, the orange LED labeled “Comm” will be on continuously if the modules are connected. If the modules are not connected, see our separate video on linking the Bluetooth monitor.

 

If the issue is still unresolved, contact GFC at 217-285-6487 or gfc@balebandit.com.

 

Note: This code occurs when the Reset Bundle button was pressed while the Fetcher cylinders were extended or partially extended. In order to properly reset, the machine will fully extend the Fetcher cylinders (unless they are already extended). The machine will then wait until the Left Fetcher magnet is in front of the Left Fetcher Out reed switch.

If the Left Fetcher cylinder is fully extended,

– Check the air gap distance between the Left Fetcher Out reed switch and the magnet. The distance should be a maximum of 1/8 inch (3 mm). If it is within the suggested range then the reed switch needs to be replaced.

If the Left Fetcher cylinder is partially extended,

– Check that a foreign object is not preventing the Left Fetcher cylinder from extending.

– Electric power or hydraulic power or hydraulic return has been disconnected or shut off from machine.

– Remove and observe the Fetcher check valve. If the snap ring in the bottom of the check valve is missing then the check valve needs to be replaced. If you are unable to push the plunger from the end of the check valve in and it spring back, then the check valve needs to be replaced.

If the Left Fetcher cylinder is still retracted,

– Check that hydraulic power is still on to the machine and that return line is still connected.

– Check that a foreign object is not preventing the Left Fetcher cylinder from extending.

– Remove and observe the Fetcher check valve. If the snap ring in the bottom of the check valve is missing then the check valve needs to be replaced. If you are unable to push the plunger from the end of the check valve in and it spring back, then the check valve needs to be replaced.

– Check that the directional valve is not stuck.

If the iPad or monitor says there has been a communication delay:

1. Disengage the hydraulic power and unplug the power cord. Wait approximately 10 seconds and then plug it back in and reengage the hydraulic power
2. If that does not change the operation code, then turn the hydraulic power off and check the voltage going to the two electrical boards. Make sure they are receiving at least 12 volts.
3. Check the R1 and T1 wire connections on the front and band electrical boards.
4. If you are using a B or C monitor instead the iPad app, check to make sure the Bluetooth modules are still linked. For B monitors, the LED labeled “D3” will blink occasionally if the modules are connected. For C monitors, the orange LED labeled “Comm” will be on continuously if the modules are connected. If the modules are not connected, see our separate video on linking the Bluetooth monitor.

 

If the issue is still unresolved, contact GFC at 217-285-6487 or gfc@balebandit.com.

 

If the iPad or monitor says there has been a communication delay:

1. Disengage the hydraulic power and unplug the power cord. Wait approximately 10 seconds and then plug it back in and reengage the hydraulic power
2. If that does not change the operation code, then turn the hydraulic power off and check the voltage going to the two electrical boards. Make sure they are receiving at least 12 volts.
3. Check the R1 and T1 wire connections on the front and band electrical boards.
4. If you are using a B or C monitor instead the iPad app, check to make sure the Bluetooth modules are still linked. For B monitors, the LED labeled “D3” will blink occasionally if the modules are connected. For C monitors, the orange LED labeled “Comm” will be on continuously if the modules are connected. If the modules are not connected, see our separate video on linking the Bluetooth monitor.

 

If the issue is still unresolved, contact GFC at 217-285-6487 or gfc@balebandit.com.