Hurricane LX104
Straw Spreader & bedder
Original Instruction
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HUSTLER EQUIPMENT INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
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CONTENTS
Introduction ................................................................................ 3
Important .................................................................................... 3
Specifications ............................................................................ 4
Warranty ..................................................................................... 5
Warnings ................................................................................. 6-8
Maintenance ............................................................................... 9
Machine Storage ......................................................................10
Lifting Points ............................................................................11
Operational Instructions ................................................. 12-17
Adjustments ...................................................................... 18-22
Trouble Shooting .............................................................. 23-24
Machine Dimensions........................................................ 25-26
Register Your Warranty .........................................................27
Maintenance log ..................................................................... 28
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a HUSTLER HURRICANE LX104 series
STRAWSPREADER. Please read through this manual as it contains
important information which you need to know.
Please take special note of the safety warnings, routine servicing, and
troubleshooting.
Correctly maintained and operated this machine will give many years
of service. Should you have any questions please contact the dealer
who supplied you this machine. They have trained technicians who
will be able to help you.
In this document the product named on the front cover is referred as
a ‘machine’.
A vehicle is used for transporting and providing power to operate
the machine. This could be, but not limited to, one of the following:
Tractor, Telehandler, Skid Loader, Pivot Loader, Pick up.
In this document ‘Drive Unit’ is referring to the power source to
operate the machine.
Please note details of the machine referred to in this Original
Instruction Manual are subject to change by the manufacture without
notification. Continuous improvements and additions are carried out
with products. For up-to-date information regarding your machine (if
different to what is provided in this manual), please contact Hustler
Equipment International.
IMPORTANT
• Please ensure this booklet is read and understood by every
operator of this machine.
• Also ensure that this booklet goes with the machine if it is resold
and is read and understood by owner.
• If user training is required or any questions relating to the machine,
please reach out to your recognised Hustler Equipment dealership.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Pressure:
155-206 BAR [2250 – 3000 psi].
Flow:
60 – 70 Litres/minute [15.8-18.5 US gpm] (DO NOT EXCEED 80
Litres/minute [21.1 US gpm])
Hydraulic Requirements:
1x set of double acting hydraulics.
Tractor size:
• 80hp tractor minimum for rear linkage attachment
• 200hp tractor minimum for front loader attachment
• Most Telehandlers, Skid Loaders and other loaders
• Operators’ duty to ensure the vehicle is working within its rated
capacity
Machine Weight
Hurricane LX104 = 1290 kg [2943 lb]
Machine size loading (L x W x H):
2192 x 2890 x 1744 mm (3228 mm wide with optional 6’ long square
bale platform, 4088 mm wide with optional 8’ long square bale
platform) | 86.2 x 113.7 x 68.6 in (127 in wide with optional 6’ long
square bale platform, 160.9 in wide with optional 8’ long square bale
platform).
Machine size feeding/spreading (L x W x H):
2192 x 2890 x 1744 mm (3228 mm wide with optional 6’ long square
bale platform, 4088 mm wide with optional 8’ long square bale
platform) | 86.2 x 113.7 x 68.6 in (127 in wide with optional 6’ long
square bale platform, 160.9 in wide with optional 8’ long square bale
platform).
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WARRANTY
(LX104 Hurricane Strawspreader & Bedder)
The goods specified in the Instruction Manual as designed
and supplied by the Manufacturer are warranted against faulty
workmanship and defective materials for a period of 24 months from
the date of purchase.
Such warranty is subject to the following conditions:
1. This warranty covers the repair or replacement of parts or
machinery sold by the manufacturer and damaged as a result of
the faulty workmanship or materials in such parts or machinery.
It does not extend to any other loss or damage including
consequential loss or damage or loss to other property or persons.
2. Without limiting the senerality of paragraph 1 above, this warranty
does not cover the following:
a. Travel expenses.
b. Damage caused by accident, misuse or abuse.
c. Damage to any goods which have been altered or modified by
someone other than the manufacturer or its authorised agent
d. Damage or loss to the goods due to their unsuitability for any
particular use or for using with any particular tractor except
where such use or tractor had been specifically approved by
the manufacturer.
e. Damage or loss where the fitting and installation of the goods
were not carried out By the manufacturer or its authorised
dealer.
f. Paint damage or wear.
g. Wear and tear where Hustler deem the product to be in a high
wear environment
3. Procedure for recovery under warranty. No loss or damage will
be covered by this warranty unless the following procedure is
followed by the purchaser
a. The loss or damage should be reported immediately to the
dealer (who will contact the manufacturer who will advise
whether it is covered by the warranty and undertake the
necessary action).
“This warranty shall be interpreted according to the laws of New Zealand and
the parties agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the Courts of New Zealand.”
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WARNINGS
• Take EXTREME CARE when connecting the machine to the three-
point linkage of a tractor or carrier frame of a telehandler. Ensure
the tractor/telehandler handbrake is applied before leaving the
cab. Be sure to refer to the vehicles’ manual for correct fitment.
• If the machine is stationary mounted or on a pickup/truck/ute
deck, ensure it is SECURELY FASTENED.
• ENSURE the latch hook is correctly latched when transporting the
machine, whether it is connected to a tractor/telehandler or being
transported on a trailer.
• ALL persons must be well clear of the machine when in operation.
Only the operator should be within three metres of the machine
whilst feeding. Persons should be 20 metres from the machine
when bedding. Foreign matter in bale may cause INJURY or DEATH.
• Disconnect the hydraulic hoses from the drive unit BEFORE trying
to clear feed material or cut strings / net anywhere from around or
on the machine.
• Oil supply must be shut off BEFORE the operator leaves the vehicle
controls.
• ENSURE the electric controller is securely fastened in the vehicle.
If the controller falls it may operate the machine without warning
causing INJURY or DEATH.
• Watch CAREFULLY when driving for over-width and tail-swing when
travelling through gateways or near objects or people.
• BEFORE attempting maintenance or any work on the machine,
ensure the drive unit is shut off and no one is near the hydraulic
controls. The hydraulic hoses and electric connection must also be
disconnected from the drive unit. Before attempting work on the
hydraulic system, the hydraulic pressure must be fully released
from the system. This is carried out by floating the hydraulic
remote in the vehicle with the hoses attached whilst activating all
the functions of the joystick ensuring it is connected to a power
supply. The platform must be completely lowered.
• Take EXTREME CARE when lifting the machine on a front loader,
telehandler or skid steer loader as this changes the balance point
of the vehicle and may cause it to tip over.
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WARNINGS CONT
• ALWAYS lift the platform to recommended initial rounds/square
feeding position when travelling regardless of with or without a
bale. Failing to do so can result in the mainframe separating from
the three-point linkage frame.
• KEEP CLEAR of moving feed platform and pivot mechanism. DO NOT
use the machine for transporting anything other than a bale.
• REGULARLY check the machine for signs of wear, stress or damage.
ENSURE any parts are repaired/replaced if needed.
• DO NOT allow any person(s) to ride on the machine at ANY time.
• Missing or damaged covers can cause the machine to function
incorrectly and expose moving parts which may result in INJURY
or DEATH. All protective covers MUST be correctly fitted before
machine operation.
• NO alteration or modification is to be done to this machine unless
undertaken or authorised
by Hustler. Failing to do so will void warranty and potentially make
the machine unsafe to operate.
• Vehicle MUST be operated at low speed over even ground when the
machine is attached. The machine must be kept as low as practical
to the ground when traveling on a loader or telehandler.
• Take EXTREME CAUTION when driving the vehicle on unlevel
ground with the machine attached. Do not exceed 15 degrees’ side
slope when attached to the 3-point linkage of a tractor. Refer to
the vehicles’ manual for permitted travel on uneven ground.
• KEEP CLEAR of feed rotors. These have sharp points which are
needed for teasing the bale.
• KEEP CLEAR of bale tines when the linkage frame is not engaged
with the mainframe.
• ENSURE the platform lift arm is completely lowered before
engaging the linkage frame with the feed unit.
• The machine requires 60 – 70 Litres of oil per minute to spread
straw and 20 - 40 litres to feed bales. DO NOT EXCEED 80 LPM.
This will cause the hydraulic system to overheat.
• When the machine is in operation the hydraulic components
(hoses, block, valves and motor) can heat up. DO NOT TOUCH
Components can reach over 60˚C / 140˚F which will
burn if touched.
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• Use ONLY straw or short chop hay when spreading. Balage may
cause the bedding rotor to jam. In the event the drum stalls, stop
the oil flow to the machine IMMEDIATELY.
• DO NOT attempt to manually lift the latch hook without the
platform completely lowered. As the platform may drop causing
SERIOUS INJURY.
• ENSURE appropriate protective equipment is worn whilst operating
this machine. Hearing protection must be worn when using the
spreader. Some bales give off a lot of dust when they’re spread.
A dust mask must be worn when spreading straw/hay. A cab-less
vehicle is not recommended, however if used, the operator must
wear safety glasses to be protected from projected foreign objects
in the bale when spreading.
• Not all bales unravel evenly. In the possible event that material
gets attached to the machine and causes vibration, STOP
OPERATION IMMEDIATELY. Follow the correct procedure to remove
any material from the machine. ENSURE the hydraulic and electric
supply are disconnected from the machine BEFORE attempting to
clear any material.
WARNING!
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE, ENSURE ENGINE IS SHUT
OFF AND NO ONE IS NEAR THE HYDRAULIC CONTROLS
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MAINTENANCE
(also do this before initial operation)
• Grease all points regularly.
• These are:
o 6x main drum bearings (remove covers, do not over-grease).
o 6x platform bearings (do not over-grease).
o Grease point on linkage frame pivot.
o Ram spear pivot.
o Moving parts on the latching mechanism. (these need to slide
freely for the latch to work).
o All points of contact between the linkage frame and main frame.
i.e., hooks, latches, platform lift pin.
• Keep the 2 drive chains oiled. Use non-tacky black or brown chain
lube monthly.
• Regularly check the drive belt for wear. Replace if needed.
• After the first 10 hours of operation check all bolts and grub
screws are tight.
• During routine servicing check that the grub screws and bolts are
tight.
• In a salty atmosphere keep grease on parts that are likely to rust.
i.e., pins and cylinder shaft.
• Regularly check the machine for signs of wear, stress or damage.
Ensure any parts
are repaired/replaced if needed.
• If the short chain is replaced or removed, ensure feed drums are
timed correctly as shown.
Note:
Top drum tooth should be flush with the centre
of the bottom drum star radius. This is very
critical, one tooth out on the sprocket will cause
the feed to jam in the wiper panel.
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MACHINE STORAGE
When the machine is not in use ensure the platform is completely
lowered and the bedder unit is in the ‘Bedding’ position (lowered). This
ensures the hydraulic cylinder spears are protected from corrosion.
Do not store the machine with a bale or part of still on the machine.
If the machine has not been used for a period of 4 months or more,
ensure correct maintenance is carried out before operation. See the
Maintenance section of this manual.
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LIFTING POINTS
Lifting the machine must only take place with the Platform and Bedder
unit in the lowered positions. (Ensure the latch hook is connected
correctly)
For safe lifting of the machine with a fork-lifting vehicle ensure the forks
are placed directly under the bale tynes (blue arrows). Lift from the front
or rear of the machine only.
To sling lift the machine ensure four correctly certified lifting strops
are used. Connect to the four recommended points (red arrows). Strop
1. must be 300mm shorter than the others. Strop 4. must be secured
outside the latch hook mount to ensure it does not slide. Once all four
strops are connected lift the machine slowly to ensure it is balanced and
lifting level. All persons including the hoist operator must be at least 4
meters away from the machine when lifting.
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2.
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OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
CONNECTING SPREADER ONTO TRACTOR/TELEHANDLER etc.
• When connecting the Hurricane LX104 spreader to a vehicle take
extreme care to ensure of immediate personal safety and for the
duration that the machine is connected to the vehicle. Read and
understand the vehicles operation manual to ensure of correct
fitment and secure latching.
• When connected to a tractor ensure the vehicle and the Hurricane
LX104 are sitting on level ground then adjust the top link so the pin
is in the centre of the slot.
• Connect the hydraulic hoses and electric controller to the vehicle.
Ensure the controller is mounted securely in the vehicles cab.
• Before starting the hydraulic oil flow ensure the Spreader Control is
switched to the ‘Spreader Stop’ position.
• The speed of the feed drums, bedder rotor and platform can be
adjusted individually, please see the ‘Adjustments’ section of this
manual.
• Some bales are just plain difficult for any machine, however the
Hurricane LX104 will generally spread or feed these out. They will
take a little patience and may need the rotors to be reversed 1-2
turns then forward again.
• The hydraulic flow should actuate the platform at
a smooth, controlled rate, not too jerky or sudden.
• Familiarise yourself with the hydraulic controls on
the machine.
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OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS CONT
CONNECTING/DISCONNECTING THE LINKAGE FRAME FROM
THE FEED UNIT
With the patented snaplox auto connect/disconnect hands-free
loading system, you don’t have the frustration with tugging on a rope
to disconnect.
• Factory setting as shown below. This is great for round bales and
most square bales. (Please note these pictures are shown without
the plastic platform for better understanding for the reader, it is
not necessary to remove the plastic when altering the platform
position).
Disconnecting
• To disconnect, ensure the vehicle is stationary.
• Lower the feed platform fully down.
• Lower the complete machine onto the ground (feet farthest from
the vehicle should touch the ground first).
• Watch the latch hook lift, then drive away leaving the mainframe
on the ground (if the hooks don’t release see the ‘Troubleshooting’
section for help).
Connecting
• When reconnecting the linkage frame to the feed unit ensure
the platform lift arm is completely lowered. (Highlighted blue for
illustration.)
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• Then simply align the bale tines on the linkage frame with the guide
cones on the feed unit.
• Once the tines have started to engage, adjust the linkage height so
the linkage frame remains level.
• Insert the tines until you hear the hook click and see it latch.
• Lift the machine off the ground and raise the platform to the initial
feeding position. It is very important to lift the platform when
traveling with or without a bale, as the machine may un-hook when
the platform is lowered.
• Go feeding or spreading.
Loading bales
Ensure the ‘Square Bale Frame’ is fitted before loading a square bale
into the machine.
Wrapped Bales
• For loading wrapped bales - first remove the plastic wrap only.
DO NOT remove string or net-wrap at this stage.
• With the platform fully down, using Hustler SOFTHANDS or bale
spikes lift the bale so it just above the platform.
• Remove the net from the bale.
• With the net removed finish lowering the bale onto the platform.
• Connect the machine following the ‘Connecting’ section above.
• It is very important to lift the platform when traveling with or
without a bale, as the machine may un-hook when the platform is
lowered.
Hay/Straw Bales
• Using Hustler SOFTHANDS or bale spikes lift the bale over the
platform.
• For hay/straw bales with strings, lower the bale right down onto
the platform then remove the strings.
• Knots may be hard to pull out - using a small stick as a grip makes
it easier. If they are net wrapped, the bale will need unwrapping
before lowering right onto the platform.
• Ensure all string, wrap and net is removed before operating the
machine. This may come jammed in the machine causing damage.
• Connect the machine following the ‘Connecting’ section above.
• It is very important to lift the platform when traveling with or
without a bale, as the machine may un-hook when the platform is
lowered.
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OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS CONT
Transporting
• Lift the platform up to the recommended initial feeding position to
cradle the bale securely against the rotors while travelling.
• Ensure the platform is lifted to the Round/Squares bale position
even when travelling without a bale. (Machine may un-hook when
platform is down.)
Feeding Out
Ensure the bedder unit is lifted fully up
Round Bales:
• Keep the platform at the recommended ‘ROUNDS’ position - then
operate the feed drums to start feeding out.
• As the bale feeds out and the diameter reduces, raise the platform
to keep the bale against the feed drums.
• Getting the bale turning is the secret to successful feeding out.
• The higher the platform, the better the chance of turning - even the
most odd shaped bales.
• Connect the machine following the ‘Connecting’ section above.
• It is very important to lift the platform when traveling with or
without a bale, as the machine may un-hook when the platform is
lowered.
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Square Bales
• Lift platform to recommended position.
• It is recommended an ‘Even Feed Roller’ and ‘Square Bale Frame’
are fitted for square bales. (see Adjustments section of this manual
for fitment)
• When ready to feed, operate the activate the feed drums to start
feeding either one
‘biscuit’ at a time or intermittently.
• Most silage bales will tease out nicely. However, some hay or straw
bales won’t, especially if they were wet when baled. If several
‘biscuits’ are coming off together, lower the platform slightly and/
or reverse the rotors 1 turn then forward 4 turns, reverse, forward,
continue.
• Near the end of the bale, lift the platform to help the last few
biscuits feed out.
• Connect the machine following the ‘Connecting’ section above.
• It is very important to lift the platform when traveling with or
without a bale, as the machine may un-hook when the platform is
lowered.
Spreading
Ensure the bedder unit is securely latched down in position.
Round Bales
• Ensure the platform at the recommended ‘ROUNDS’ position.
• Switch the Spreader control to ‘Spreader Start’ which will start the
bedder rotor.
• Operate the feed drums to start feeding straw into the bedder unit.
• As the bale feeds out and the diameter reduces, raise the platform
to keep the bale against the feed drums.
• Getting the bale turning is the secret to successful feeding out.
• The higher the platform, the better the chance of turning - even the
most odd shaped bales.
• Connect the machine following the ‘Connecting’ section above.
• It is very important to lift the platform when traveling with or
without a bale, as the machine may un-hook when the platform is
lowered.
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OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS CONT
Square Bales
• Lift platform to recommended position.
• It is recommended an ‘Even Feed Roller’ and ‘Square Bale Frame’
are fitted for square bales. (see Adjustments section of this manual
for fitment)
• When ready to feed, operate the activate the feed drums to start
feeding either one
‘biscuit’ at a time or intermittently.
• If several ‘biscuits’ are coming off together, position the platform
so only one biscuit peels off on the feed drums side of the ‘Even
Feed Roller’.
• Near the end of the bale, lift the platform to help the last bit feed.
• Connect the machine following the ‘Connecting’ section above.
• It is very important to lift the platform when traveling with or
without a bale, as the machine may un-hook when the platform is
lowered.
Platform Rounds
Position.
Platform Square
Position.
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ADJUSTMENTS
Easy Clean Wiper
• Recommended to be cleaned before use, daily or any time of build-
up.
• Turn off tractor/telehandler.
• Release both silver end latches of the wiper, let wiper panel slide
open.
• Remove excess material.
• Close wiper by pulling bottom of wiper with one hand and pushing
the top of wiper panel with other hand. (Keep fingers clear of pinch
points).
• Press both latches down into lock position.
Adjusting wiper panel
• Wiper Panel must be set up as close to the top drum as possible.
(this reduces any build-up in the wiper with sticky bales)
• Remove front and rear plastic covers.
• Loosen M16 bolts at both ends.
• Slide wiper towards the top drum, to reduce the gap to a minimum.
(keep fingers away from pinch points)
• Retighten M16 bolts at both ends, (recommended torque 140Nm).
• Latch must be down (locked) when resetting wiper position.
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ADJUSTMENTS CONT
Adjusting Hydraulic Valve
Function Valve
Number
Adjustment
Direction
Notes
Bedder Ro-
tor Speed
V4 Anti-clockwise
= Faster
Operator adjust-
able for bedding
distance
Feed Drums
Speed
V5 Anti-clockwise
= Faster
Factory Set
Platform
Raise Speed
V6 Anti-clockwise
= Faster
Factory Set (Must
be set before low-
er speed)
Platform
Lower Speed
V14 Anti-clockwise
= Faster
Factory Set
Main Pres-
sure
V8 Clockwise =
More Pressure
Factory Set
2500psi (DO NOT
ADJUST)
Closing (clockwise) the Bedder Rotor Speed lever the Bedder Rotor
will not rotate. Ensure this lever is closed before attempting to
clear or remove material from the machine. The hydraulic hoses and
electric connection must also be disconnected from the drive unit for
attempting to clear material from the machine. Cover will have to be
removed to allow adjustment.
V4
V14
V5
V8
14
V6
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