It would help to know why it fails to tie. Is it pulling the string from the twine holder? Breaking the string next to the knot? Not wiping the knot from the billhook? If it's only breaking the sting when you get into heavy plugs of damp hay then I'd wager that the problem is probably related to twine tension. I've never seen sisal of a quality consistent enough that it doesn't snag somewhat when the baler is being pushed a bit... Generally the adjustment on the billhook finger is made such that it allows a tight knot to form... but if the adjustment is too tight then it will not wipe the knot off the hook... so you find that happy medium. However, if it's not wiping the knots consistently and won't tie a knot if you loosen the finger adjustment.... you might have too much twine tension... or worn billhooks. Your op's manual should have an explanation of failed knots in it... if it doesn't you can get an old Ford or NH manual and it will...
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