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It is vital to replace defective parts of the machine immediately and to use only genuine McHale spare parts, as these are designed and manufactured to the same standard as the original machine. Spare parts can be obtained from your McHale dealer.
Tractor requirements Baler requirements Electronic control box installation Attaching wrapper to tractor Attaching the wrapper to baler Lighting system HS2000 set-up & tractor hydraulic system Which hydraulic system is used? Wrapper hydraulic set-ups 5.10 Hydraulic spool valve setup 5.11 Attaching hydraulic hosing to tractor Bale &...
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Care of the film roll Electronic Control System Electronic control box Electronic control box functions Available wrapping programmes Electronic control box set-up Electronic control box features Wrapper Operation Preparing the machine for wrapping Loading plastic film...
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 14.5 Dispenser operation 14.6 Cut and hold operation, upper ram 14.7 Cut and hold operation, lower ram 14.8 Drawbar operation 14.9 ‘Auto’ control box operation 14.10 Control box display 14.11 Hydraulic operation 14.12 Remote operation Certification &...
In order to prevent misuse, damage and accidents, it is very important that everybody who will operate the McHale HS2000 is a fully trained operator. They must read and fully understand all of the contents of this manual, before operating the machine, paying particular attention to the following: ...
The HS2000 is designed to be used in conjunction with a round baler or as a trailed machine after a tractor.The manufacturer will not be held responsible for any loss or damage resulting from machine applications other than those specified above.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 2.2 Front view No. Machine Function Dispenser motor and brake unit Satellite dispenser arms Cut and hold Tail lights Wrapping table Lift arm Drawbar stand Drawbar Spare film roll holder...
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 2.3 General dimensions & specifications Units are given in both metric and UK imperial values, with the latter shown in brackets. Transport length 4.5 m (14’ 9”) Transport width 2.49 m (8’ 2”) Transport height 2.97 m (9’...
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 2.5 Machine specifications Bale dimensions Minimum Maximum 1,200 mm wide x 1,270 mm wide 1200 mm x 1350 mm Bale weight 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) Film width 750 mm (29 5”) Film stretch 70% (64% and 55% are optional)
If safety decals are damaged or missing due to wear and tear or component replacement, ensure that they are replaced by genuine McHale decals. Refer to section 4.7 in this manual (or spare parts book provided) to see the spare part codes for the relevant decals, which are available from your McHale dealer.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper As with all machinery, learn all operations and use controls by reading this manual thoroughly. Do not attempt to let anyone operate this machine without being fully instructed. 3.3 Store all items carefully Store all attachments, such as films rolls and any other stored items, in a secure and safe manner so as to prevent items from falling.
3.8 General safety warnings Read and understand this operator manual before using the machine. If any of the instructions appear unclear do not hesitate to contact your McHale dealer. Only competent persons who have read and fully understood this manual are qualified to operate this machine.
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Before operation WARNING: Rotating dispenser arm When the electronic control box is switched on, the rotating dispenser arm is activated. The operator must ensure that the manufacturer’s instructions for attaching and detaching the machine are followed. This includes the drawbar linkage attachment, the electric and hydraulic lines, in particular the lighting system.
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This machine is not suitable for towing at speeds above 40 km/h. Performing maintenance Maintenance and repair work on the HS2000 should always be carried out in accordance with this manual. Always maintain the machine according to manufacturer's recommendations.
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper work on the machine. If it is not possible to lower the machine or attachment to the ground, always securely support the machine or attachment. Do not work under a machine that is solely supported by a jack. Never support the machine with props that may break or crumble under continuous load.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Specific Safety Warnings 4.1 Electronic safety warnings This machine is equipped with electronic parts and components which comply to the EMC directive 2004/108/CE but still may be influenced by electromagnetic transmissions of other apparatus, such as welding machines, etc.
In normal conditions, whilst driving the McHale HS2000, the noise level to the driver’s ear does not exceed 70 dB (A) with the rear screen of the tractor cabin open. The common noise level of the machine and the tractor is primarily influenced by the tractor noise (radio is an additional noise source).
If any of the decals are damaged or missing, they are available from your McHale dealer. The relevant part numbers are shown in brackets. The decals featured on the McHale HS2000 are displayed with their meanings below: Free flow return to tank...
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Keep hands clear of rotating rollers (CTS00017) Keep hands out of crush area (CST00019) Check wheel nuts daily (CST00020) Check tyre pressure (CST00021) Diagram of plastic film path through dispenser. (CST00022)
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Keep hands out of the trap area (CST00026) Lifting hook location (CST00032) Do not dismantle High pressure always (CST00056) Read instruction manual before use (CST00057) Grease daily (CST00060)
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Do not use continuous cycle when operating machine with remote (CST00073) Keep clear of rotating dispenser arms (CST00083) Always turn level valve to the off position when travelling on a road, or at any time that the machine is...
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper HS2000 chassis plate 4.8 Machine lifting guidelines WARNING: Machine lifting Only use chains or strapping that are rated for a minimum load of one tonne (1,000 kg) per chain or strap when using the three lift eye locations on the chassis, shown below.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 4.9 Machine re-assembly When the machine leaves the McHale factory it will normally be “knocked down” to a greater or lesser extent according to how it is shipped. This section is a description of how to re-build the machine to working order.Re-assembly takes place as follows: ...
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 4.9.4 Fitting spare film roll holder Remove wrapping material from film roll holder. Set locking spring bolts in unlocked position. Apply carrying sling. Slide holder onto arch brackets through the pivot holes. Secure with the two M10 x 20 bolts, washers and spring washers as supplied.
” female quick releases (feed and return) for hydraulic power supply The return line must be freeflow to tank (check with a McHale dealer for details) One 12 V/ 20 A euro socket or battery power cable One 12 V/ 7 pin lighting socket...
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 5.2 Baler requirements The following items are also required on the baler for attachment of the bale wrapper behind a baler: Hitch on baler for wrapper Two hydraulic hoses (feed and return) to bring hydraulic supply from tractor to wrapper, see section 5.8...
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Screw the 37 pin socket on the electronic box onto the 1.5 m extension cable and in turn onto the 37 pin plug on machine. Ensure that the cable to the machine is not under tension and clear of sharp edged etc.
(i.e. continuous oil flow, where the control valve is set to open centre setup and flow is set to 60 l/min. from the tractor), McHale do not recommend operating in this setup as controlling the oil flow is too variable from one tractor to...
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2, 3 or even 4 auxiliary valves can be used at the same time. Once the correct tractor system is identified, see “Which hydraulic system is used?” on page 33 to select the best set-up for the HS2000.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 5.8 Which hydraulic system is used? 3. Load sensing 1. Open centre 2. Closed centre Set as open centre Set as closed/load sensing Default factory setting (section 5.10) Does tractor have a Power Beyond &...
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 5.9 Wrapper hydraulic set-ups 5.9.1 Setup (D) Fit wrapper hitch to baler as appropriate. This will depend on the model of baler to which it is being fitted. Fit combined flow control/diverter valve in an appropriate position on the baler.
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 5.9.2 Setup (E) Fit wrapper hitch to baler as appropriate. This will depend on the model of baler to which it is being fitted. Fit combined flow control/diverter valve in an appropriate position on the baler.
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 5.9.3 Setup (F) Fit wrapper hitch to baler as appropriate. This will depend on the model of baler to which it is being fitted. Fit combined flow control/diverter valve in an appropriate position on the baler.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 5.10 Hydraulic spool valve setup Procedure to select open/closed centre valve configuration: Using a 17 mm spanner, loosen locknut. With a 4 mm Allen Key, tighten or unscrew the bolt according to the following guidelines: Open centre (factory default): Screw in fully (do not overtighten).
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 5.11 Attaching Load‐Sensing hose WARNING: Rotating dispenser arm When the electronic control box is switched on, the rotating dispenser arm is activated. Remove 1/4” blanking cap. Fit hose supplied including 3/8” quick release coupling. Plug this end into load-sensing line of tractor.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Bale & Film Requirements 6.1 Bale requirements The bales to be wrapped should be well shaped, dense and of suitable quality for making silage. Substandard material will not produce good quality silage regardless of how well the bale is wrapped.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Multiply this resultant figure by 2 (for 4 film layers) or 3 (for 6 film layers), 4 (for 8 layers), 5 (for 10 layers), etc. Round up to the next full number if the result contains a fraction of a full number.
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Electronic Control System 7.1 Electronic control box The electronic control box is the main interface between the operator and the machine. While the machine is fully automatic, setting up is required before wrapping commences. It is also possible to work the machine manually through the buttons on...
Close bale clamp arm if diverter on (d) Drawbar left Drawbar right 7.3 Available wrapping programmes Programme Description TRAILED HS2000 operating in trailed mode behind tractor COMBI HS2000 operating in ‘in-line’ mode behind trailer See “Wrapping sequence” on page 47.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 7.5 Electronic control box features 7.5.1 Working display When the electronic control box is first switched on it displays Expert Series, followed by the program version number, followed by the selected language. The working language can be changed at this point if necessary. The language is changed by pressing Display Up (button 1) or Down arrow (button 4) to scroll to the desired language when the default language “English”...
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Select and set a bale counter (A-J) From the working display, press Display Down (button 4) once to see the To Change Total display. Press Enter (button 3) to move to the To Select Total display.
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 7.5.5 Operator setup To enter the Operator Setup menu: Press Display Down (button 4) twice from the main working screen. Press Enter (button 3) once to move to the Operator Setup screen: Wrapping sequence Slow down time Film break sensor...
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Press Display Down (button 4) three times. Press Enter (button 3) once to access the Operator Setup menu. Press Display Down (button 4) twice to select the Slow Down Time screen. Use Display Up and Display Down (buttons 1 and 4) to select the appropriate setting and press Enter (button 3) to save the new setting.
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Press Display Down (button 4) four times to select the Contrast menu. Use Display Up and Display Down (buttons 1 and 4) to select the appropriate setting and press Enter (button 3) to save the new setting.
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Rollback time This feature rotates the bale on its own after wrapping and is useful for expelling any air from between the layers of film. It can be set from 0-15 seconds and this is the length of time that the bale is rotated for.
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Radio remote Whenever a radio remote is being used for the first time, the remote frequency code must be “learned” by the electronic control box. Select “RF LEARN” in the Remote Type menu and connect the receiver to the serial port on the electronic control box and select auto mode (button 13).
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7.5.6 Technician menu The Technician menu is reserved for McHale engineers only. A pin code needs to be entered to access this menu. 7.5.7 Auto park Auto park is used to make it easier to move the wrapping machine between fields. The operator must first ensure that both the drawbar and spare film roll holder are in the working position prior to selecting auto park.
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 7.5.8 Auto unpark This option is available on the start menu if the machine has previously been auto parked. WARNING: The drawbar and spare film roll holder must not be in the way of the loading arm The operator must first ensure that the drawbar and spare film roll holder are in the working position prior to selecting auto unpark.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Wrapper Operation WARNING: Keep out of the “Danger Zone” Keep all persons, especially children, outside of the “Danger Zone” during all machine operations! See “Danger zone” on page 14. WARNING: Do not carry people or animals on the machine...
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 8.2 Loading plastic film WARNING: Turn off power source before loading plastic film rolls Always turn off the oil supply to the wrapper, apply the parking brake, and put the dispenser trip arms in the tripped position before changing the film rolls or at any time the operator needs to go near the dispensers.
Ensure that all bystanders remain outside of the Danger Zone. The following is the recommended method for working the HS2000 wrapper after a tractor. It assumes the bales are well shaped for wrapping. However since it is impossible to allow for differing conditions and terrain it may be necessary for the operator to vary this.
The wrapper is now ready to receive another bale. 8.4 Wrapping behind baler The following is the recommended method for working the HS2000 after a baler. It assumes the bales are well shaped for wrapping. However since it is impossible to allow for all differing conditions and terrain it may be necessary for the operator to vary this.
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper WARNING: Stop machine to unload wrapped bale The machine should not be moving when the bale is tipped off to avoid damage to plastic film. The table now tips forward to the fully forward position.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Road Traffic Safety & Operation 9.1 Before travelling on any public roadway NOTE: Check lighting system before travelling on the road Before travelling on a public road, the operator must ensure that the complete (tractor and machine) lighting system is in a fully functioning condition.
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Bring the wrapper into park position by pressing Auto Park (button 14) on the control box, ensuring that the film holder is in the transport position. Affix the safety bar into the appropriate position as shown.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Field Operation & Wrapper Adjustments From time to time it may become necessary to carry out adjustments to the machine, whether to improve machine performance or allow for general wear and tear. Such adjustments are part of the machine design. The following chapter gives details of how to go through the various adjustments.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 10.3 Dispenser height The plastic film needs to be applied around the centre of the bale to ensure optimum coverage. To achieve this, the dispenser may need to be adjusted up or down as necessary. Do not adjust too low as the dispenser may touch the cut and hold.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 10.5 Dispenser arm sensor In the unlikely event of the dispenser not finishing in the correct position such that the cut and hold cannot get a firm grip on the plastic, then it may be necessary to adjust the sensor (bale dimensions can also be a factor, see section 2.5).
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 10.7 Table rollers/belts adjustment If the table rollers need to be adjusted for any reason they may be adjusted as follows: Loosen the 4x M16 nyloc nuts and bolts holding bearings on idle roller at both ends as shown.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 10.9 Trip arm switch The trip arm switch needs to be properly adjusted if it is replaced or moved for any reason. This can be adjusted as follows: Loosen the 2x M5 nyloc nuts just enough to be able to move the switch.
In manual mode, run the wrapper at full speed (i.e. press the rotation button twice) with two new film rolls fitted on the dispenser. Upon releasing the rotation switch, the arm rotation should stop immediately. If there is run-on, do not operate the machine. Contact your McHale dealer for assistance. 10.11 Chain adjustments...
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 10.12 Operation of film roll holder WARNING: Be aware of the location of film roll holder Operator must always be aware of the location of the film holder as in any position, other than the transport position, it protrudes out past the general width of the machine.
The following key symbols help to explain what is sold as standard and what is optional equipment, or may not be available on the McHale HS2000. They are only correct at the time of print and may vary.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Machine Maintenance To maintain the McHale HS2000 in good working order it is necessary to carry out preventative maintenance regularly. The following section gives details of how this may be carried out and how often it will be required.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 12.1 Maintenance intervals The following intervals should be adhered to, in order to ensure a long and efficient life for the machine and maximum safety of personnel. They assume constant working during the wrapping season.
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Every year Clean and lubricate dispenser gears Change oil and grease on the brake unit Change dispenser drive gearbox oil level Every Year Every 2 years Change hydraulic oil CAUTION: Hydraulic hoses to be replaced every 5 years All hydraulic hoses must be replaced every 5 years.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 12.2 Tightening torque values It is important that the correct torques for fasteners are adhered to. Below are tables of recommended torques for these. These are to be used unless torques are otherwise specified. These values are for general use only. Check tightness of all fasteners periodically.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 12.3 Dispenser trip arms Check that trip arm is free to rotate. Otherwise, disassemble and grease pivot points Trip arm must be straightened or replaced if it is found to be bent out of shape (Order part no.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 12.4 Adjusting dispenser arm rotation speed WARNING: Before working on this machine Always ensure that the tractor is stopped, the hand brake is applied and the ignition key is removed. WARNING: Maximum speed The dispenser must never be operated above a maximum of 30 rpm.
In the case of using a high pressure washer, do not point pressurized water at or near electrical components, pivots points, valves or bearings. McHale recommend that the machine be blown down with an air line, as opposed to a pressure washer, in order to protect the overall paint work on the machine.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Trouble Shooting 14.1 Trouble shooting overview This section has been compiled by McHale service personnel in conjunction with McHale importers and dealers. It outlines some common problems which can occur and acts as a quick reference section or check list to resolve the problem.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Symptom Reason Solution Side lift arm fails to No oil feed Turn on oil and check the quick go out at end of ‘con- release coupling (ensure oil tinuous cycle’ feed is set at 35l/min) No oil return Ensure that the “tank return”...
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Symptom Reason Solution No bounce on main High pressure on return line Ensure that the “tank return” lift arm line is connected “to tank” and check quick release coupling. Check tractor manual for hydraulic connections on trac-...
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 14.5 Dispenser operation Symptom Reason Solution Dispensers do not No oil feed Turn on oil and check the quick rotate release coupling (ensure oil feed is set at 35l/min) No oil return Ensure that the “tank return”...
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 14.6 Cut and hold operation, upper ram Symptom Reason Solution Ram fails to open No oil feed Turn on oil and check the quick release coupling (ensure oil feed is set at 35l/min) Electrical power supply Ensure that a 13V supply is fault, e.g.
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 14.7 Cut and hold operation, lower ram Symptom Reason Solution Cut and hold assem- No oil feed Turn on oil and check the quick bly does not rise release coupling (ensure oil feed is set at 35l/min.) No oil return Ensure that the “tank return”...
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 14.8 Drawbar operation Symptom Reason Solution Drawbar will not No oil feed Turn on oil and check the quick move with valve release coupling (ensure oil chest lever feed is set at 35l/min) No oil return Ensure that the “tank return”...
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Symptom Reason Solution Resume button will This resets the control box Use “MAN” control to index the not work after the memory dispensers to over the wheel, stop button is switch to “Auto” mode and then pressed press “Auto-start”...
McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper 14.12 Remote operation Symptom Reason Solution Remote control Supply voltage too low/ Check connections, battery and receiver not accept- poor connection charging system ing signal Sunlight shining directly Turn away/shade from sunlight into receiver Batteries exhausted on...
The PDI (pre-delivery inspection) form that is filled out on the commissioning of every new machine, should also be used during the transfer of ownership of a McHale machine. The same check list must be completed and any areas requiring attention addressed before the re-sale of the machine should occur.
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McHale HS2000 Round Bale Wrapper Declaration of Conformity EC MACHINERY DIRECTIVE: 2006/42/EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We hereby certify that the machinery stipulated below complies with all the relevant provisions of the EC Machinery Directive and the National Laws and Regulations adopting this Directive.
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I am satisfied that the above checks have been carried out, and that the machine is complete with all accessories and manuals. Signed:................(Dealer) Date:......Signed:................(Owner) Date:......This machine must be registered on www.mchale.net by the Dealer in order to quality for Warranty! A signed copy of this form is to be retained by both the Dealer and the Customer.
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These conditions are subject to the following exceptions: Parts of the machine which are not of McHale manufacture, such as tyres, PTO shafts, slip clutches, hydraulic cylinders, etc. are not covered by this Limited Warranty, but are subject to the warranty of the original manufacturer. Warranty claims applying to these types of parts must be submitted in the same way as if they were parts manufactured by McHale.
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A printed version of the PDI form has been signed and dated by the original retail purchaser. This copy is to be stored by the dealer and made available to McHale when requested. The warranty claim is submitted using the McHale online claims system.
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