Operator’s Manual Thank you for choosing the Tubeline Boss 1 - 20 Series Bale Processor. Our hope is that it will give you many years of productive service. Please read and understand this manual and the machine before operation. This manual covers both 3720 and 3820 models.
Provide this manual to any new owners and/or operators. Bale Sizes Tubeline Boss 20 series machines can load and shred all types of forage in large square bales. Model 3720 specifications: Maximum bale weight is 1500lbs (680 kg).
Section 2 - Safety NOTICE: This safety alert symbol is found throughout this manual to call attention to instructions involving yourself and others working around the machine. Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or death. This symbol means: •...
Personal Protective Equipment WARNING: Wear work boots, gloves, and safety glasses when maintaining or repairing machine. WARNING: Wear work boots and ear protection when operating machine. DANGER: Secure loose clothing, hair, accessories, etc before operating or maintaining the TL50SLV. Maintenance Safety Know and follow good work practices when assembling, mounting, maintaining, repairing, removing and storing this product: •...
station. Never leave the equipment unattended with the engine running or with this product raised on the loader. Transport Safety • Be aware of the added weight and width of this product. • Reduce travel speeds accordingly, especially when traveling over rough ground. •...
DESCRIPTION DE23960 Boss 1 Decal 32.5 x 5.5 DE28146 Tubeline Decal 4” x 16” DE28705 Tubeline Decal 2.0” x 8.3 “ DE28724 Bale Processor BossI - 2.0 x 12 Decal DE37511 Boss I-3820 Model Decal DE37512 Boss I-3720 Model Decal...
Safety Decals DE41712 - Hand Pinch Hazard DE41713 - Hydrulic Fluid Puncture Hazard Keep clear of machine while operating. Do not attempt to find hydraulic leaks with Do not attempt to free material by hand. pg.7-1 hand. Consult operators manual ( May result in serious injury and/or death.
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DE41902V - Chain Entanglement Hazard. DE41912 - Cutting Hazard. Keep hands clear of rotating parts while Sharp knives can cause dismemberment. Wait for machine running. Do not operate without moving parts to stop before attempting to repair. shielding in place. Do not wear loose clothing while operating.
Section 4 - Power Unit Specifications IMPORTANT Exceeding any of the recommended power unit specifications CAN result in damage to your power unit and/or this product and WILL void all Tubeline warranties. Minimum Maximum 20 GPM at 2500 PSI 40 GPM at 3000 PSI...
Section 5 - Functions & Adjustments Control Switch Functions NOTICE: The Boss I 20 series machine can be operated without electrical controls.However this removes the ability to stop the ram and top beater independantly from the flail drum. With the handheld electrical control positioned as shown in Fig.1, the three toggle switch functions are: •...
Flail Drum Guards Adjustment Flail drum guards are a great way to restrict the amount of material that is feed through the flail drum. However longer materials may be restricted too much and become entangled in the guards. Follow these instructions to remove or change the spacing of the flail drum guards. 1.
Removing Cutting Knives Removing the knives offers less resistance and faster processing when shorter material is being fed through the Boss I. DANGER: Only remove knives when machine is disconnected from power unit. Wear work gloves to avoid cutting hands on serrated edges. To remove knives follow these instructions: WARNING: You may want to clamp the knife blade(s) to the frame...
Section 6 - Processor Operation DANGER Failure to obey the following procedure will result in death or serious injury. Avoid contacting overhead wires. WARNING Failure to obey the following procedures could result in death or serious injury. Never lift this product: above the operator’s eye level OR to a height where visibility is obstructed, whichever is lower.
NOTICE Refer to your power unit’s operator’s manual for safe operating limit and use of counterweights. Processor Hydraulic Connection SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Section 2) BEFORE BEGINNING ANY HYDRAULIC CONNECTION. Disconnect the hydraulic hose quick couplers from one another and attach the quick couplers to your power unit as per the instructions in your power unit’s operator’s manual.
Inspect and tighten Allen screws on bearing. Repairs When making repairs, use only genuine Tubeline parts or, for fasteners, hydraulic hoses or hydraulic fittings, use only properly rated parts. Order safety decals for replacement parts that have a safety decal on the original part.
Section 8 - Processor Service SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Section 2) BEFORE BEGINNING ANY PROCESSOR SERVICE. WARNING Hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate skin, resulting in serious injury or death. Always relieve hydraulic pressure before disconnecting lines. Shut off engine, set parking brake and relieve hydraulic pressure before connecting or disconnecting hydraulic lines.
Flail Drum Assembly 10-10 Section 10 - Part Breakdowns & Lists - Bale Processor Boss I - 20 Series...
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Flail Drum Assembly ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION NOTE 39678 Flail Drum Brkdwn Pg.10-14 36395 Motor Mount VAL 1002 Hydraulic Motor SK 61258 Seal Kit for Eaton Hydraulic Motor 104-1002-006 36376 Flail Spacer BEA P208-108DI 1.5” Pillow Block Bearing CB 1/2-13 X1.5 Z5 Carriage Bolt - 1/2-13 x 1 1/2”...
Flail Drum (Taper Lock Hub) Breakdown *Taper lock drum will replace welded style flail drum. 10-12 Section 10 - Part Breakdowns & Lists - Bale Processor Boss I - 20 Series...
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Flail Drum (Taper Lock Hub) Breakdown *Taper lock drum will replace welded style flail drum. ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION NOTE 39678 Boss I 20 Series Complete Taper Lock Drum Assembly Inc. All Items 39677 Flail Drum Inc. Items 3-6 30070 Flail Mount Lug 39921...
High Flow Kit - CTI ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 28036 Manifold Block 36392 Valve Mount 36399 Hydraulic Motor Mount 42272 High Flow Hydraulic Motor CB 1/2-13 X1.5 Z5 Carriage Bolt - 1/2-13 x 1 1/2” Grade 5 Zinc CB 3/8-16 X1 Z5 Carriage Bolt - 3/8-16 x 1”...
High Flow Kit - Canimex ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 36392 Valve Mount 36399 Hydraulic Motor Mount 42179 Boss I Canimex Manifold 42272 High Flow Hydraulic Motor 43066 Canimex Manifold Bracket CB 1/2-13 X1.5 Z5 Carriage Bolt - 1/2-13 x 1 1/2" Grade 5 Zinc CB 3/8-16 X1 Z5 Carriage Bolt - 3/8-16 x 1"...
High Flow Electrical Harness - CTI ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION NOTE 45960 Boss I CTI Electrical Harness - Complete Incl. Items 2,3 28276 Boss I CTI Valve Wiring Harness BS B1 107 Boss I Toggle Switch Wiring Harness 11-10 Section 11 - Options - Bale Processor Boss I - 20 Series...
High Flow Electrical Harness - Canimex ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION NOTE 45958 Boss I HF Canimex Harness - Complete Incl. Items 2,3 45959 Boss I HF Canimex Harness BS B1 107 Boss I Toggle Switch Wiring Harness Bale Processor Boss I - 20 Series - Section 11 - Options 11-11...
Metric Torque Values Bale Processor Boss I - 20 Series - Section 12 - Torque Value Charts 12-2...
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Index Adjusting CTI Manifold Dials . . 5-1 After Every 10 Hours of Operation . 7-1 Bale Sizes . . 1-1 Before Each Use . . 7-1 Before First Use . . 7-1 Control Manifold Functions - CTI . . 5-1 Control Switch Functions .
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