All 346 pages of this Case IH Square Baler Operator Manual focus on one machine family: the LBX322, LBX332, LBX422, and LBX432. This is your factory reference for running and maintaining these balers correctly, covering everything from initial tractor hookup and PTO shaft phasing to field operation, knotter adjustment, and end-of-season storage. Inside, you get a full fault-finding section addressing tying failures, misties, needle problems, and bale shape issues, plus a detailed lubrication and maintenance quick reference with interval schedules, centralized greasing procedures, and a complete lubricants table covering every gearbox and hydraulic circuit. Set pick-up tine ground clearance to a minimum of 25 mm on normal ground, and keep upper twine tension between 100 and 120 N. Your machine is down and the crop isn't waiting. Search any spec by keyword, jump straight to the fault-finding section, and get back in the field.
What's Inside This Case IH LBX322, LBX332, LBX422, LBX432 Operator Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| General | 3 | Intended Use, Product Identification, Airborne Noise Emission, Electromagnetic Compatibility, Vibration Level Information |
| Owner Assistance | 4 | Improvements and Changes, Accessories, Service Parts and Accessories, Warranty |
| Lubricants | 5 | - |
| Helpful Hints | 6-18 | - |
| General Information and Safety | 19-44 | Intended Use, Airborne Noise Emission, Vibration Level Information, Safety Precautions, Operating the Baler, Field Operation, Machine Maintenance, Crop Cutting |
| Controls, Instruments and Operation | 45-130 | Controls, Indicators and Gauges, Tractor Requirements, Tractor Wheel Setting, Attaching the Baler to the Tractor, PTO Shaft Phasing |
| Field and Site Operation | 131-196 | Description of Operation, Product Feeding, Crop Cutting Controls, Packer−Cutter Units, Rotor−Cutter Units, Unplugging the Rotor−Cutter System, Pre-Compression Chamber |
| Lubrication and Maintenance | 197-284 | Lubrication, Lubrication and Maintenance Quick Reference, Centralized Greasing System, Automatic Greasing System (If Installed), Remaining Conventional Grease Points |
| Fault Finding | 285-306 | Tying, Misties, Needles, Product Feeding, Drives, Bale Shape, Integrated Automatic Oiler, Bale Density Regulation |
| Vehicle Storage | 307-310 | End-Of-Season Service, Ordering Parts and/or Accessories, Pre−Season Service |
| Accessories | 311-316 | Tractor Drawbar Swivel Ball Kit, X3 Standard Work Light Kit (Dia or Configured), Revolving Flashlight, Bale Ejecting System, Printer, Vt Cable Kit |
| Specifications | 317-334 | Overall Measurements, Technical Data |
| 1st 50 Hour Service Sheets | 335-338 | Check and Adjust, As Required (Dealer Copy), As Required (Customer Copy) |
| Lubricants to Be Used | 345-346 | Centralised Greasing System, Automatic Greasing System, Main Drive Gearbox, Stuffer Drive Gearbox, Knotter Drive Gearbox, Bale Density Hydraulic Circuit |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| Pick-up tines to ground clearance (minimum) | 25 mm (1.0 in) | p. 196 |
| Pick-up teeth clearance (minimum) | 30 mm (1 3/16'') | p. 136 |
| Minimum theoretical cutting length | 39 mm (1 17/32'') | p. 153 |
| Distance between knives (23 knives installed) | 39 mm (1 17/32'') | p. 153 |
| Upper twine tension | 100 to 120 N (23 to 27 lbf) | p. 254 |
| Lower twine tension | 120 to 140 N (27 to 32 lbf) | p. 254 |
| PTO shaft coupling bolt torque (M12) | 75 Nm (53 lbf ft) | p. 50 |
| PTO shaft coupling bolt torque (M14) | 120 Nm (85 lbf ft) | p. 50 |
| PTO standard speed | 1000 rpm | p. 325 |
| Maximum hydraulic pressure | 190 bar (2755 psi) | p. 325 |
| Main drive gearbox capacity | 20 litres (5.3 US gal) | p. 222 |
| Stuffer drive gearbox capacity | 3.75 litres (1 US gal) | p. 223 |
Case IH LBX322, LBX332, LBX422, LBX432 Common Problems This Manual Covers
Case IH LBX332 knotters not tying twine, completed bales falling apart immediately after ejection p. 285
Check twine tension on both sides before starting: upper tension should measure 100 to 120 N (23 to 27 lbf) and lower tension 120 to 140 N (27 to 32 lbf) per page 254. Clean hay and chaff from knotter discs and bill hooks at the start of each shift. Minimum knot pigtail length is 15 mm (19/32'') per page 259.
Manual Section: Fault FindingGearbox running hot or making unusual noise after storage or at season startup p. 222
Verify all three gearbox oil levels before running. Main drive gearbox holds 20 litres (5.3 US gal) on page 222; stuffer drive gearbox holds 3.75 litres (1 US gal) on page 223; knotter drive gearbox holds 2.75 litres (0.7 US gal) on page 224. Check the lubricants reference on page 345 for correct oil type before topping up.
Manual Section: Lubrication and MaintenancePickup not gathering windrow cleanly, tines dragging ground and breaking on hard soil p. 136
Adjust pickup height so tines clear the ground by at least 30 mm (1 3/16'') on normal fields, per page 136. On stony or uneven ground, raise clearance to 50 to 80 mm (2'' to 3 1/8''). Set pickup downforce between 20 and 30 kg (44 to 66 lbs); page 196 shows the adjustment procedure.
Manual Section: Field and Site OperationBale density pressure gauge showing no reading or pressure varying irregularly during baling p. 285
Check bale density hydraulic circuit oil level; capacity is approximately 4 litres (1 US gal) per page 225. Inspect hydraulic hoses for cracks or leaks before each day's work. Maximum system pressure is 190 bar (2755 psi) per page 325; if pressure reads zero or runs high, work through the fault-finding procedures on page 285.
Manual Section: Fault FindingPTO shaft vibrating severely or making clunking sounds when baler engages in the field p. 47
Verify tractor PTO runs at exactly 1000 rpm before engaging, per page 47. Check that the telescoping shaft overlaps by at least one third of its total length on page 62. During operation, keep the PTO angle under 35°. Inspect M12 coupling bolts and torque to 75 Nm (53 lbf ft) if loose, per page 50.
Manual Section: Controls, Instruments and OperationFrequently Asked Questions
What are the recommended service intervals?
The manual provides a quick reference for lubrication and maintenance operations with various service intervals. These include daily (10 hours or 400 bales), weekly (50 hours or 2000 bales), monthly (100 hours or 4000 bales), and yearly (250 hours or 10000 bales) checks and adjustments. Additionally, hydraulic hose replacement is recommended every 6 years.
What fluids and capacities does this machine require?
The machine requires AKCELA MULTI PURPOSE GREASE 251 H EP (Lithium NLGI 2-) for centralized greasing, with the automatic greasing system reservoir holding 4 litres (1 US gal). The integrated automatic oiler uses 5 litres (1.2 US gal) of AKCELA HYDRAULIC FLUID 32 MS1216 or 46 MS1216. Gearboxes (main drive, stuffer drive, knotter drive) use AKCELA GEAR 135H EP (SAE 85W-140 or API-GL5, MIL-L-2105 D) with capacities of 20 litres (5.3 US gal), 3.75 litres (1 US gal), and 2.75 litres (0.7 US gal) respectively. The bale density hydraulic circuit requires approximately 4 litres (1 US gal) of AKCELA HYDRAULIC FLUID BIO MS1230 (DIN 51524 Part 2 HV46 or ISO VG46).
What are the hydraulic system specifications?
The tractor hydraulic connections require a maximum pressure of 190 bar (2760 psi). The bale density hydraulic circuit has an oil capacity of approximately 4 litres (1 US gal) and uses AKCELA HYDRAULIC FLUID BIO or a biodegradable oil meeting DIN 51524 Part 2 HV46 or ISO VG46 with a viscosity grade of 46. The maximum brakes hydraulic pressure is 150 bar (2175 psi).
What torque specifications are listed?
Various torque specifications are listed for different components. PTO shaft phasing bolts require 75 Nm (53 lbf ft) for M12 and 120 Nm (85 lbf ft) for M14. Hitch bolts for levelling the baler should be tightened to 304-335 Nm (224-247 ft lbs). PTO drive slip clutch settings range from 1200 Nm (885 lbf.ft) to 1600 Nm (1180 lbf.ft) depending on the model. Packer slip clutch is set at 800 Nm (571 lbf.ft) for standard/packer-cutter units and 1450 Nm (1070 lbf.ft) for rotor-cutter units. Rotor cut-out clutch is set at 6500 Nm (4800 lbf.ft). Needle carriage support nuts require 200 Nm (148 lbf.ft), and wheel nuts should be tightened to 300 Nm (220 ft.lbs).
How to reset error codes or warning lights?
To stop an audible alarm for warning messages like 'Knotter shield open !' or 'Grease warning !', press the escape key. For 'Mistie Timeout' or 'Mistie function disabled' messages, press 'escape' to clear them. For STOP (alarm) messages such as 'Stuffer trip lock' or 'Flywheel brake', press the escape key to stop the audible alarm and then address the underlying issue. To clear an error message from the overview, simultaneously press the plus (+) and minus (−) keys, then press "Enter" to confirm.
What format is this manual in?
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