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I've bought 3 used balers in the 5 years I've been on my little farm, and I've learned a lot about them...still don't know much, though. Expect up front that it won't work when you buy it. Buy the operator's manual and read it thoroughly before you even think of trying the baler out (I broke $500 worth of needles cuz I didn't do that). NH sells manual reprints for around $15; call them at 800-635-4913 to order the manual. Either pay somebody good (mechanic, that is, either the dealer or else somebody a local with NH uses) to check it all out and prep it for use, or else spend the time to do it yourself very very carefully. This is the better way, as you'll really learn your baler, but it takes a long time. Plan on getting frustrated, especially with knotters. All-in-all it is a very steep learning curve, but is worth the time investment if/when you get it running smoothly. We put up several acres of loose hay by hand every year, and while I enjoy doing the work it is definately faster with the baler. *although* my animals prefer to eat the loose hay over the baled every time! good luck,
Tom
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