Duncan Electrofeed 3PT User manual

Brand: Duncan

Model: Electrofeed 3PT

Type: User manual

Owners Manual

Electrofeed

Universal Bale Feeder

3PT Linkage

Pt. No. 67359

Issue 0305

From Serial Number TLCD 05584

Head Office:

P.O. Box 2018

Hilton Highway, Washdyke

Timaru, New Zealand

Telephone (03) 688 2029

Facsimile (03) 688 2821

Australian Branch:

4B SIlverton Close

Laverton North 3026

Melbourne, Australia

Telephone (03) 9314-9666

Facsimile (03) 9314-6810

Electrofeed Contents

Page

Introduction

Acquisition & Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

The Owner’s Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Description of Machine Working Principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

SAFETY - General Safety Symbols on Machine . . . . . . . . 4

Operator Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Be Prepared for Emergencies . . . . . . 5

Appropriate Dress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Transport This Machine Safely . . . . . . 6

Handle Agricultural Chemicals Safely . 7

Avoid High Pressure Fluids . . . . . . 7

Safe Working Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Practise Safe Maintenance . . . . . . . . . 8

SAFETY- Machine Specific

Hazard Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Safety Decals & Safety Guards . . . . . 11

Operation Attaching & Detaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Loading Round Bales . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Feeding Out Round Bales . . . . . . . . . 13

Loading & Feeding Out Square Bales 14

Warnings Specific to this Machine . . . 15

Maintenance Lubrication Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Mechanical Adjustments Floor Chain Tension Settings . . . . . . . 17

Elevator Chain Tension Settings . . . . . 17

Fork Point Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Sprockets, Drive Dogs & Bearings . . . 18

Motor Mounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Operator Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Introduction

Acquisition & Warranty

On delivery of your new Duncan Ag Electrofeed, Universal

Bale Feeder (3Pt Linkage), please check that the machine is

not damaged. In cases of shipping damage, please ask your

dealer to arrange for the appropriate claim to be lodged

immediately. Assemble any parts supplied loose and inspect

your machine with the aid of this manual to familiarise yourself

with its features. If you have any queries ask your dealer

straight away. The machine is covered by our 12 month

warranty on faulty parts, subject to normal use.

Record below the serial number of your machine and keep

it in a secure place to help trace the machine and assist

us when you order parts.

The Owner’s Manual

Your new Duncan Ag Electrofeed, Universal Bale Feeder, will

give long and efficient service if given normal care and

operated properly.

This owner’s manual is provided so that you can become

thoroughly familiar with the design of the machine and to

furnish information on correct operation, adjustment and

maintenance. Only persons well acquainted with these

guidelines should be allowed to use the equipment.

A separate illustrated parts section has been provided so that if

any parts are required your dealer will be able to supply them

by reference to part numbers. The manual is considered as

part of your machine and must remain with the machine when

it is sold.

Right and left hand references in this manual are

determined by standing behind the machine and facing in

the direction of travel.

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Delivery Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dealer: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to

ensure that the information in this

manual was accurate and up to

date at the time of going to press.

Clough Agriculture Ltd reserves the

right to make subsequent changes

to the machine, where necessary,

without notification.

The Company will not be

responsible for any damage or

consequential loss arising out of

misinterpretation or failure to follow

recommended procedures. Nor will

it be liable for any damage caused

by or arising out of modification or

misuse of its product.

The owner has a responsibility to

protect himself and others by

observing all safety information

and by ensuring all operators are

well acquainted with the safety

information, trained in the correct

use of the machine and applying

safe work practices.

Description of Machine

The Duncan Ag Electrofeed, Universal Bale Feeder

(3Pt Linkage), will feed both round and square bales of various

sizes and composition. The elevator feeds out square bales of

various sizes, teasing the biscuits through the adjustable

spring tine frame at the top; the knife roller feeds round

bales without blocking due to the unique anti-wrap

deflector. The floor and elevator chains are heavy

duty zinc plated, the floor and elevator beds are of

metal and welded construction with hardwearing

plastic chain support strips bolted on. All drive

chains have spring tensioners to eliminate chain

adjustment. The forks are connected to the tractor, and

the hydraulic drive is coupled automatically to the feed bed

when inserted into the chassis prior to transport or feeding out.

Working Principle

The bale is loaded by reversing under it and then depositing it

onto the feedbed using the forks attached to the tractor. The

forks are reconnected to the feeder, automatically coupling the

hydraulic drive. The feedline for square bales is on the elevator

side and for round bales on the knife roller side. Choice of

feeding action is by direction of tractor hydraulics.

Features

z Handles many sizes and types of both round and

square bales.

z Fingertip electro/hydraulic controls

z Feeds out either side using unique teaser roller or

elevator

z Sheetmetal floor ensures that all leaf and loose

grain drops into windrow

z Handles all types of round bales and silage

z Self connecting hydraulic drive

z Built in loading forks with easy locking device

Heavy duty zinc floor chains

Baked on powder coat finish

z Self adjusting drive chains

z Sliding top link adjustment

Specification

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Dimensions & Capacities

Bale Sizes (Max) Round 1800 Dia x 1350 (6’ x 4’ 6”)

Square 1200 x 1200 x 2750 (4’ x 4’ x 9’)

Weight (Unladen) 640kg

Height (Over Elevator) 1520

(Over Tine Frame in Released Position) 1904

Length 1740

Width 2930

Do not ride or allow passengers on the machine.

Under no circumstances are passengers to be permitted on

the machine while it is in operation or being transported. Any

footboards and/or footsteps are provided solely for the

purpose of preparing the machine for use.

Keep clothing and body extremities well clear of pinch

points while the machine is operating (seeding or

calibrating). Keep well clear of moving parts at all times.

These signs typically occur wherever trapping points exist.

These include drive chains, sprockets, shafts, wheels, discs,

pivot points, etc. Guards are provided with the machine for

safety reasons (where practical without compromising

machine performance). Ensure these are always fitted during

operation.

Always exercise extreme caution in the vicinity of sharp

edges and points.

Where possible guards are provided with the machine for

safety reasons (where practical without compromising

machine performance). Ensure these are always fitted during

operation.

Footboards, footsteps, drawbars and other machine

surfaces may be slippery when wet.

Apply extra caution in wet conditions and in the early morning

when surfaces are wet.

Keep Clear. (It is dangerous to be in this area when the

machine is operating.)

ATTENTION

On the machine important safety information is indicated by these symbols.

These highlight general safety aspects in regard to the machine rather than specific hazards.

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SAFETY - General

This section of the manual offers general guidelines

for the safe operation of machinery. It does not replace

local safety regulations. These guidelines were current at

the time of publication, but may be superseded by later

regulations.

Duncan Ag has made every effort to highlight all risks to

personnel or property. Owners and operators have a

responsibility to exercise care and safe work practices at

all times in the vicinity of the machine.

Owners are advised to keep up to date on safety issues

and to communicate these to all users of the machine.

Contact the Occupational Safety and Health Service

(OSH) for further information about general safety aspects.

If you have safety concerns specifically related to this

machine, contact your dealer immediately.

Operator Safety

Read this manual carefully before operating new

equipment. Learn how to use this machine safely.

Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use

of the equipment before using it.

Take careful note of all safety instructions both in this

manual and on the machine itself. Failure to comply with

instructions could result in personal injury and/or damage

to the machine.

Replace missing or damaged safety signs on the machine

and ensure that these remain clearly visible.

It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure that anyone

who operates, adjusts, lubricates, maintains, cleans or

uses the machine in any way has had suitable

instruction and is familiar with the information in this

manual (particularly with regard to safety aspects).

Operators and other users of the machine should be

aware of potential hazards and operating limitations.

Be Prepared for Emergencies

Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.

Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance,

hospital and fire department near your telephone.

N.B. Throughout this

manual important safety

information is indicated

by these symbols in the

margin:

A prohibition should

be observed under all

circumstances.

A warning indicates a

hazard that could

cause death or injury if

the warning is ignored.

A caution indicates a

hazard that may cause

damage to property if

the caution is ignored.

SAFETY - General (Continued)

Appropriate Dress

Wear close fitting clothing and avoid rings or other forms of

jewellery which could become caught in the machinery.

People with long hair must have it securely fixed and confined

close to the head.

Refer to local safety standards for protective clothing and

recommended safety equipment.

Transport This Machine Safely

Ensure that all linkage pins and security clips are fitted correctly.

With trailing machines tow with the drawbar only, as this is the

only safe towing point on the machine.

Always check that bystanders (especially children) are well clear

(front and rear) before starting and moving the tractor and the

machine.

Plan safe routes of travel, and be aware of power lines and

other roadside hazards. Take particular care when towing

implements on hillsides.

Do not ride or allow passengers on the machine.

This machine is not designed to carry passengers, and no riders

are permitted.

Road transport

On public roads,

• A speed of 30km/h must not be exceeded.

• Do not operate during the hours of darkness unless standard

lights are fitted and clearly visible. (This also applies when

visibility is limited, e.g., in foggy conditions.)

See the guidelines in the booklet on Overdimension Agricultural

Vehicles, issued by the Land & Transport Safety Authority.

Avoid tip-overs

Avoid holes, ditches and obstructions which may cause the

machine to tip over, especially on hillsides. Never drive near the

edge of a gully or steep embankment - it might cave in. Slow

down for hillsides, rough ground and sharp turns.

SAFETY - General (Continued)

Handle Agricultural Chemicals Safely

All farm chemicals should be stored, used, handled and

disposed of safely and in accordance with the

supplier’s/manufacturer’s recommendations.

Read the product label before using, noting any warnings

or special cautions, including any protective clothing or

equipment that may be required, ie. respirtor.

Do not eat or smoke while handling sprays, fertilisers, coated

seeds, etc. Afterwards, always wash your hands and face

before you eat, drink, smoke, or use the toilet.

Store sprays, fertilisers, coated seeds, etc. out of reach of

children and pets, and away from food and animal feeds.

Any symptoms of illness during or after using chemicals

should be treated according to the supplier’s/manufacturer’s

recommendations. If severe, call a physician or get the

patient to hospital immediately. Keep the container and/or

label for reference.

Avoid High Pressure Fluids

Avoid any contact with fluids leaking under pressure, because

the fluids can penetrate the skin surface.

Any fluid which penetrates the skin, will need to be removed

immediately by a medical expert. Seek specialist advice on

this type of injury.

Relieve the pressure before disconnecting any hydraulic or

other lines. Make all repairs and tighten all fittings before

re-connection to pressurised fluid.

Keep your hands and body away from any pinholes or high

pressure jets. Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard

instead of using your hand directly.

Safe Work Practices

All farm machinery is potentially dangerous and should be

treated with caution and respect.

Before starting the machine, ensure that all controls are placed

in neutral and that bystanders are well clear. Check that the

guards have been securely fitted and that any adjustments

have been made correctly.

Where possible, disconnect or isolate the drive mechanism to

the implement. Lower the machine onto the ground when not

in use.

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SAFETY - General (Continued)

Practise Safe Maintenance

Keep the machine in safe working condition. Routine

maintenance and regular servicing will help reduce risks and

prolong the life of the machine.

General Maintenance

Accidents occur most frequently during servicing and repair.

The following general rules must be followed when maintaining

or working with machinery:

• All operating and maintenance manuals must be read

before and referred to while using or servicing any piece of

equipment.

• Turn off all machinery power sources and isolate the

machine before making adjustments, doing lubrication,

repairs or any other maintenance on the machine.

• Ensure that the machine hydraulics are disconnected from

the power source.

• Wear gloves when handling components with cutting

edges, such as any ground cutting components.

• Beware of hazards created by springs under tension or

compression when dismantling or maintaining the

machine.

• It is recommended that you clean the machine with a water

blaster or similar apparatus before commencing

maintenance.

Make Sure the Machine is Well Supported

When machinery is fitted with hydraulics, do not rely on the

hydraulics to support the machine. During maintenance or while

making adjustments under the machine, always lock the

hydraulics and support the machine securely. Place blocks or

other stable supports under elevated parts before working on

these.

Electrical Maintenance

Disconnect the electrical supply from the tractor before doing

any electrical maintenance.

Welding

With electronic equipment in modern tractors it is advisable to

disconnect the machine from the tractor, or at least disconnect

the alternator and battery before attempting any welding.

Use Only Genuine Spare Parts

Unauthorised modifications or non-genuine spare parts may be

hazardous and impair the safe operation and working life of the

machine.

Excess lubricants must be disposed of safely so as not to

become a hazard.

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SAFETY - Machine Specific

This section of the manual gives specific guidelines for

the safe operation of the Vineyard Seeder.

These guidelines were current at the time of publication, but

may be superseded by later circumstances. They do not

necessarily cover every possible hazard and must be read in

conjunction with the SAFETY - General section (Page 4 - 8).

Hazard Points on the Vineyard Seeder

The lists below are not all-inclusive and serve only to highlight

the more obvious areas of risk.

The decals attached to the machine are a general reminder

that there are hazardous areas on the machine, rather than

specifically highlighting all possible hazards.

For decal locations on machine, refer Page 11.

No Ride

Passengers are not permitted anywhere on the machine.

Pinch Points/Moving Parts

Hazardous areas include:

• Knife roller blades.

• Floor chains and sprockets.

• Elevator chains and sprockets.

• Floor drive motor sprockets and chains.

• Elevator drive motor sprockets and chains.

• Knife roller drive chains.

Sharp Points

Hazardous areas include:

• Floor chains spikes

• Elevator blades

• Knife roller blades.

Keep Clear

Hazardous areas include:

• Between headstock and mainframe.

• Immediately adjacent to the underneath of the elevator

frame.

• Immediately adjacent to the knife roller.

SAFETY - Machine Specific

(Continued)

Hazard Points on the Bale Feeder

(Continued)

Drive Chain Guard, Floor Chains & Elevator

To prevent hands, etc getting caught in drive chains, these

guards are attached with set screws. These guards must be

fitted while the machine is in use.

Warning: Access to pinch points is still possible from

underneath or behind the guards.

Elevator Front Guard

To prevent hands, etc getting caught in floor drive chains and

tine frame spring mechanism, this area is provided with a

cover attached with wing nuts. This guard and fastener must

be fitted while the machine is in use.

Warning: Access to pinch points is still possible from

underneath or behind the guards.

Knife Roller Chain Guard

To prevent hands, etc getting caught in the knife roller chain

and chain tensioner. This plastic guard is retained with a wing

nut. This guard and fastener must be fitted while the machine

is in use.

For guard locations on machine, refer Page 11.

Transport

Ensure fork lock hook is engaged prior to transport.

Maintenance

Refer Page 16-18 for reference to the Care & Maintenance

section of the manual.

Lubrication

Refer Page 16 for reference to the Lubrication section of the

manual.

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SAFETY - Machine Specific (Continued)

Safety Decals & Safety Guards

Item Decal/Guard Cross Reference Qty.

1 ‘No Ride’ Refer Page 9 Pt N

43906 2

2 ‘Pinch Point/Moving Parts’ Refer Page 9 Pt N

43901 2

3 ‘Pinch Point/Moving Parts’ Refer Page 9 Pt N

43907 4

4 ‘Sharp Points’ Refer Page 9 Pt N

43908 4

5 “Keep Clear” Refer Page 9 Pt N

43909 1

6 Guard RH Refer Page 10 & 16/17 Pt N

31554 1

7 Front Elevator Guard Refer Page 10 & 16/17 Pt N

32128 1

8 Rear Elevator Guard Refer Page 10 & 16/17 Pt N

32126 1

9 Rear Elevator Guard Cap Refer Page 10 & 16/17 Pt N

32127 1

10 RH Drive Guard Refer Page 10 & 16/17 Pt N

32145 1

11 LH Guard Refer Page 10 & 16/17 Pt N

32147 1

Operation

Attaching & Detaching

Attaching Machine to Tractor

1 Reverse up to the fork frame, align the lower hitches with

the pins and secure in place with a lynch pin in each hitch

pin hole.

Refer Fig 1.

2 Attach the the top link using either the hole or the slot

provided. The upper hitch pin should be 25.4 diameter (1”)

and should also be secured with a lynch pin. Refer Fig 2.

3 Using the slot allows the forks to follow the contours of the

ground making it easier to retrieve the bale.

4 Plug the hydraulic hoses into the correct tractor outlets and

if safe to do so check the function of all related hydraulic

equipment. Refer Fig 3.

5 Caution: Before moving off check that the safety catch

connecting the forks to the feedout chassis is fully engaged.

Refer Fig 4.

Detaching Machine from Tractor

1 Reverse the machine into your storage area. Release the

hydraulic pressure, disconnect hoses, close tractor outlet

covers and install dust covers over hose ends.

2 Take the load off the hitch and remove the hitch pins.

Withdrawing the Forks from the Chassis

1 Pull the cord to release the safety catch.

2 Drive forward until the forks are fully out of the chassis

members. This also automatically disengages the hydraulic

drive coupling.

fig 1

fig 2

fig 3

fig 4

Operation (Continued)

Loading Round Bales

1 Release the tine frame arm. This will swing upright under

spring tension, allowing clear access for loading the bale.

2 Lower the forks until tips are flat on the ground and reverse

gently under the bale to be picked up.

Refer Fig 5.

3 Take the weight of the bale and drive forward a short

distance with it before lifting the forks so as to clear any

obstructions the forks may have run under.

4 Raise the bale to clear the batten and non-return spikes

and reverse over the feedout bed until the bale is

approximately in the middle of the floor.

Caution: Lower the bale gently onto the floor to avoid

damaging the battens.

5 Drive forward withdrawing the forks. Lower the forks to

align them with the chassis member guides and reverse,

inserting the forks until the catch engages. This also

automatically re-engages the hydraulic drive coupling.

Refer Fig 6.

Important: Cut and remove string and plastic wrapping

before attempting to feed out.

Feeding Out Round Bales

1 Bales should be fed out over the knife roller. If the bale is

badly deformed, i.e. egg shaped, it may initially refuse to

turn. Rock it from side to side using the hydraulics and it

will eventually rotate. Once the first few layers are gone the

bale should turn freely.

2 Experiment with the machine and note the different effects

depending on which way round the bale is loaded and the

various types and ages of the feed.

Note: The electronic controls are not required for feeding

out over knife edge roller; control is by tractor hydraulics

and the bed is mechanically linked to the knife roller. It is

normal practice to feed round bales out over the knife roller

and square bales out over the elevator.

fig 5

fig 6

fig 7

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Operation (Continued)

Loading & Feeding Out Square Bales

1 Release the tine frame arm. This will swing upright under

spring tension, allowing clear access for loading the bale.

Refer Fig 9.

2 Lower the forks until the tips are flat on the ground and

reverse gently under the bale to be picked up. Refer Fig 8.

3 Take the weight of the bale and drive forward a short

distance with it before lifting the forks so as to clear any

obstructions the forks may have run under.

4 Raise the bale to clear the battens and non-return spikes,

reverse over the feedout bed until the bale is approximately

in the middle of the floor.

Caution: Lower the bale gently onto the floor to avoid

damaging the battens.

5 Drive forward, withdrawing the forks. Lower the forks to

align them with the chassis member guides and reverse,

inserting the forks until the catch engages. This also

automatically re-engages the hydraulic drive coupling.

Refer Fig 9.

6 Lower the tine frame until the tines rest on top of the bale.

Adjust the catch height to suit; this should only need changing

if the bale size is changed.

Important: Cut and remove string and plastic wrapping

before attemting to feed out.

7 The elevator speed is set by the tractor hydraulics and the

bed speed is controlled by the dial knob on the electronic

control. This ranges from stop (which may vary in position

on the scale for different tractors), through a very slow

creep up to a fast run-up speed if the last of the bale has

fallen away from the elevator

Experiment with various speed combinations to suit the

type and condition of the bale being fed out.

Notes: Some early machines had a switch on the

electronic control box for deactivating the elevator when

feeding out over the knife rollers; on later machines this

happens automatically.

It is normal practice to feed square bales out over the

elevator and round bales out over the knife roller.

fig 8

fig 9

fig 10

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Operation (Continued)

Cautions Specific to this Machine

Dangerous:

Keep well clear of knife roller, elevator and floor moving

parts when feeding out.

Never try to clear any blockage, build-up, tangled string or

netting while the machine is operating.

Never climb into the bed of the machine without isolating

the hydraulics.

Maintenance

Your new Duncan Ag Electrofeed machine will give long and

efficient service if given normal care and maintained properly.

Lubrication Chart

Precautions with Grease

Greases should not be mixed as the structure may be

weakened by the mixing of different types of thickener which

may cause softening and loss of grease from bearings by

running out.

Servicing

Lubricate as recommended in the Lubrication Chart below.

Knife Roller Drive Chains

These are self-adjusting. The chain tensioner shoes Fig 11/8

should be checked at the 6 monthly service period.

Item Components Lubricant Frequency

1 Floor Chain Bearings Castrol MP Grease (Pre-packed & Sealed) 12 Monthly

2 Floor Chains Suitable Roller Chain Lubricant 6 Monthly

3 Drive Chains Suitable Roller Chain Lubricant 6 Monthly

4 Knife Roller Bearings Castrol MP Grease (Pre-packed & Sealed) Not Required

5 Elevator Chains Suitable Roller Chain Lubricant 6 Monthly

6 Elevator Chain Bearings Castrol MP Grease (Pre-packed & Sealed) 12 Monthly

7 Drive Shaft Bearings Castrol MP Grease (Pre-packed & Sealed) 12 Monthly

fig 11

Mechanical Adjustments

Floor Chain Tension Settings

Check floorchains tension initially after 1 month and thereafter 6

monthly, depending on use.

1 To check the tension on the floorchains measure from

under the floor to the chains as in Fig 12. The gap should

be 170mm at the centre of the floor.

2 To adjust the floor chains loosen the bearing bolts and

tension both chains evenly using the adjusting bolts.

Refer Fig 13.

3 When the required dimension as in Fig 12 is obtained

adjust the wear block Fig 14 to remove any whip from the

floorshaft.

Elevator Chain Tension Settings

Check elevator chain tension initially after 1 month and

thereafter 6 monthly, depending on use. The gap should be

135mm from the back of the bed to the centreline of the chain.

Refer fig. 16.

Fork Point Assemblies

The forks can loosen under constant use and the retaining

bolts complete with spring washer will require tightening. This

should be done after an initial period of 2 weeks and thereafter

every 2 months. Points of forks should be at the bottom.

fig 12

fig 13

fig 14

170mm

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fig 16

135mm

Mechanical Adjustments (Continued)

Sprockets, Drive Dogs & Bearings

All sprockets and drive dogs have 2 grub screws. (Fig 17/1 18/1

& 19/1) One is located over the key (Fig 17/2 & 18/2), the other

at 90

to it. These should be checked for tightness after an initial

period of 2 weeks and thereafter every 2 months. The support

bearings also have 2 grubscrews (Fig 17/1) on their locating

collars positioned at 90

to each other these should also be

checked for tightness after an initial period of 2 weeks and

thereafter every 2 months.

Motor Mounts

It is advisable to check the hydraulic motor mounting bolts

(Fig 19/2) after an initial 2 week period. These should not then

require further attention.

Storage

Before storage water blast the machine and remove mud and

excess feed which may have accumulated during the season.

Floorchains should have an excess of oil applied to them. Run

the machine slowly and repeat this operation until the chains are

well lubricated. Remove excess oil from the bed. Lubricant can

be clean, used hydraulic or transmission oil as its purpose is to

flush out any contaminants from the chains and preserve them

over the off season.

Warning: Keep well clear of the knife rollers and battens while

running the machine.

Note: The chains still need lubricating with a suitable chain

lubricant prior to the start of the season. All other chains should

also be lubricated at this time in accordance with the Lubrication

Chart, page 16.

fig 17

fig 19

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