| 1998 State Competition - 50 points | Name |
| FFA Agricultural Mechanics Contest | Contestant Number |
| University of Missouri | Chapter |
MACHINERY
1. What is the baler's maximum towing speed?
A. 10 mph
B. 30 mph
C. 20 mph
D. 35 mph
2. What Hp is required to operate these balers on level ground? Hp
A. 60 hp
B. 50 hp
C. 35 hp
D. 45 hp
3. What is the recommended tire pressure for the tire tagged #3?
A. 35 psi
B. 40 psi
C. 20 psi
D. 30 psi
4. Give the bore of the gate hydraulic cylinder?
A. 1 ½"
B. 2"
C. 8"
D. 3"
5. Recommended lubrication interval for item tagged #5 is ?
A. 6 hrs
B. 8 hrs
C. 2 hrs
D. After each use
6 Give the capacity (in oz.) of the item tagged #6?
A. 60
B. 40
C. 34
D. 10
7. How far from the end of the PTO shaft should the center of the hitch pin hole be?
A. 12"
B. 20"
C. 16"
D. 14"
8. This baler can only be operated at _____ PTO rpm.
A. 1000
B. 500
C. 900
D. 540
9. What is the maximum hydraulic pressure allowed for baler operation?
A. 2500 psi
B. 1000 psi
C. 3000 psi
D. 1500 psi
10. According to the operating manual, you should (increase/decrease) PTO speeds for light and scattered material.
A. Increase
B. Decrease
11. Is the device tagged number 11 adjusted:
A. Correctly for baler A.
B. In-correctly for baler A.
12. The correct spring length for the device tagged #12 is ?
A. 1 5/16"
B. 2 ½"
C. 1 ½"
D. 2"
13. Overheating of item #13 is caused by?
A. Chain oiler empty
B. Chain oiler plugged
C. Chain too tight
D. Both A and B
14. How often should you oil the device labeled #14 on the 5800 Rounder?
A. Every 2 hrs
B. Every 3 hrs
C. Every 4 hrs.
15. What is the condition of the sprockets on baler B?
A. Not worn
B. Worn badly
C. Worn to the point that they should be replaced
16. What is the condition of the hydraulic lines for baler B?
A. Not worn
B. Worn badly
C. Worn to the point that they should be replaced
17. How many balls of twine will the twine box hold?
A. 1
B. 3
C. 5
D. 7
18. What is the condition of the cutter knife on baler A:
A. Not worn.
B. Worn badly.
C. Worn to the point that they should be replaced.
19. What is the condition of the belt hooks tagged #9 ?
A. Not worn - Ok
B. Worn, but only minor work is needed.
C. Worn to the point that hooks must be replaced
20. Spring compression length for item tagged #0 on the 5800 Rounder should be ?
A. 5 inch
B. 10 inch
C. 15 inch
D. None of the above
21. If belt tagged #1 were loose, how should it be tightened?
A. Adjust tension spring
B. Replace with a new belt
C. Tighten the idler
D. None of the above
22. How many pickup teeth must be replaced on baler B?
A. 1 - 3
B. 4 - 6
C. 7 - 9
D. 10 or more
23. How often should the item tagged #23 be greased?
A. 2 hrs
B. 4 hrs
C. 5 hrs
D. 8 hrs
24. Examine the SMV sign on baler B.
A. The SMV sign must be replaced
B. The SMV sign is OK.
25. According to the operators manual, the pulled end of the belt should have:
A. 20 hooks.
B. 23 hooks.
C. 25 hooks.
D. 28 hooks.