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Bale King 6100 Bale processor OPERATOR & PARTS MANUAL WWW.BRIDGEVIEWMANUFACTURING.COM (NORTH-AMERICA)
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BRIDGEVIEW MANUFACTURING INC P.O BOX 4, HWY 22 GERALD, SASK. S0A 1B0 CANADA Ph: 306-745-2711 Fax: 306-745-3364 Email: bmi@sasktel.net www.bridgeviewmanufacturing.com 02 April 2013 Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 2 / 65...
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Your Authorized Dealer Your Serial Number The Serial Number is located near the front of the left hand wall of the tub. Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 3 / 65...
Power and take off Use Length Shielding Working Angle Attachment Storage Hook up the machine Loading the processor Processing bale Unhook the machine Twine Removal Maintenance and trouble shooting Power take-off PTO Shield Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual iv / 65...
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Gearbox Assembly Twine cutter Complete PTO Assembly, Weasler Cat. 6 PTO holder and manual Hitch Deflector Axles Hoist Main deck Idler Wheel Assembly Light assembly Chain Motor Assembly Loading fork Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual v / 65...
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Fine chop Decal Hydraulics & Wiring Diagram Tilt/Fork/Deflector Tilt/Fork/Deflector Light Diagram Diverter Diagram Machine side Tractor Side (Control Box #23988 Tractor Side (Control Box #23988 Notes Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual vi / 65...
• Warranty will be VOID and Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc. is not liable in any way if the Bale King 6100 is used for any purpose other than the use specified in this manual. • Tire warranty is covered by the Tire Manufacturer.
Warranty will be VOID if any component is altered or modified in any way from it’s original manufactured state, unless written permission is given by Bridgeview Manufacturing. Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc. reserves the right to make changes or improvements at any time without notice or obligation. Safety Precautions The following safety precautions MUST be followed to ensure safe operation of the Bale King Bale processor.
The operator must obey all safety labels and must ensure the original shielding remains in place. A high percentage of drive-line injuries occur when safety shielding is missing or not functioning properly. Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 9 / 65...
Do not stand on the discharge side of the machine while it is in operation. Stand clear of lift area. Do not stand under the forks unless safety locks are installed. Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 10 / 65...
Always ensure that the tractor drawbar is adjusted to 16” from the end of the tractor PTO shaft to the center of the hole in the drawbar. Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 11 / 65...
Relieve all pressure before removing a hose or fitting. • Never work under components supported by hydraulic cylinders (forks, side discharge chute, deck) without hydraulic cylinder safety locks in place. Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 12 / 65...
Adjust the hitch height to equal the height of the drawbar. When the hitch height is properly adjusted the machine should sit level with the tractor. If the machine is not level while attached to the tractor, hitch adjustment is required. Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 13 / 65...
Loading fork The loading fork on the Bale King 6100 can handle up to 6.5ft bale. The loading fork is designed to load bales into the tub while the deck is inclined or flat. The fork design allows an operator to load all six bales without repositioning the bed tilt.
More Aggressive Processing Tips • 1.5 to 2.5 minutes is considered normal processing time for the Bale King 6100. • Light brittle material like wheat straw may process faster. Tough bale material like slough hay, green feed, or flax requires slower processing. Hoop grate adjustment should be checked regularly.
Place the deflector lock over the pins on the deflector and processor then affixing the clips to secure the lock to the processor. The Bale King 6100 deflector length is adjustable. To adjust deflector length: • Move the deflector the lowest position. •...
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Replace the bolts on the front and back in the available holes as shown. The deflector should now fit inside the width of the processor. Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 17 / 65...
These settings achieved pulling on the handle (towards the back of the machine), then selecting the desired hole. Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 18 / 65...
16" from the end of the PTO shaft. Adjust your tractor accordingly. Shielding Be sure that the shielding is not damaged and rotates freely on the drive shaft. Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 19 / 65...
5. Attach the safety chain to a secure and safe location on the tractor. 6. Visually inspect and verify that the tractor and processor are safe to operate. Perform any required performance checks to ensure the equipment will operate as expected. Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 20 / 65...
7. Lower the deck when the final bale is loaded. Allow tractor to roll forward as you lower the deck. TIP: Once first bale is on the deck, lower deck slightly to minimize twine build-up on the rear pulley. Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 21 / 65...
• Twine or net wrap should be removed after approximately 25 bales. • Excessive twine build-up may hinder flail operation, can cause rotor imbalance and will make removal more difficult. Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 22 / 65...
Reinstall shields in the reverse order that they were removed. Verification on the shield The entire shield must turn freely on the shaft. Operating without shields can cause serious injury to the operator. Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 23 / 65...
300 hours or annually (which ever comes first) Hydraulics Hydraulic hose Check hoses fittings periodically for leaks. Tighten or replace any dripping components or any worn out hoses. Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 24 / 65...
The inner bearing cone will be retained by the seal. Clean all the part and make sure the bearing and the spindle will not get contaminated. Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 25 / 65...
Check and fasten wheel bolts on a regular basis: 125 ft-lb NOTE: Warranty does not cover damaged rims and hubs due to loose wheel bolts or flat tires. Tire warranty is covered by the tire manufacturer. Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 26 / 65...
• Twine can be removed with the use of the supplied knife, or any other knife. DO NOT burn the twine from the rotor as this has several adverse effects: Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 27 / 65...
• Inspect bolt, bushings, and flail for wear. Replace if necessary. Do not re-use lock nuts. • Tighten bolt so brass bushing will not turn • ALWAYS us Bridgeview PN 10433 ¾ X 4 ¾ shoulder bolt. Regular bolts will cause premature bushing wear. Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual...
Transportation The Bale King 6100 can be safely towed on public roads if the following precautions are taken: • Tow vehicle must be rated for at least 9000 lb gross weight, and 3000lb tongue weight. • NEVER exceed 25 mph (40 km/h).
Put the chain back on and tight the chain wheel Deflector or Tilt doesn't The control box is not plugged Plug in the control box move. The fuse in the control box is Replace the fuse failed. Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 31 / 65...
Description Item # Description Upper Tub Deflector Agitator Axles Hoop and handle Scissor Hoist Rotor and twine cutter Main deck PTO holder and manual Loading fork Hitch Fine chop Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 33 / 65...
***Seal Kit for Hydraulic Motor*** 10048 1/2" x 2-1/2" Allen Head Bolt 16863 1/4" Serrated Flange Nut 11812 Flow Divider for Motors 23368 1/4" x 2-3/4" Bolt 11811 Beater Shaft Cap 17381 Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 35 / 65...
3/4" Nylon lock Nut 10007 Dog Bone Bushing 22415 Dog Bone 22416 3/4" x 2-1/2" Bolt 14470 3/8" Serrated Flange Nut 10271 Hoop Handle 22023 3/8" x 1" Bolt 13806 Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 36 / 65...
Hoop Handle Item # Description ID number QTY. S Handle 22187 Hoop Handle Spring 19471 3/16" x 1-1/4" Roll Pin 10302 Hoop Adjustment Handle 22023 Rubber Handle 10297 Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 37 / 65...
Description ID number QTY. 10" 28 Flail X Rotor 22449 3/4" x 4.75" Bolt 10443 Flail 22412 Flail Bushing 10005 3/4" Stover Lock Nut 11823 Rotor Shaft Cap 17380 Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 39 / 65...
Fine Chop Handle 22446 Rubber Handle 10297 Fine Chop Blade 10404 1/4" Serrated Flange Nut 11812 Fine Chop Handle Mount 22445 Fine Chop Mount (Front) 22443 Fine Chop Slot Cover 22438 Bale King 6100 – Operator and Parts Manual 55 / 65...
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