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- Page 1 Twiner Twiner (option for the V6740/V6750 baler) Operator Instruction Manual Issue 4 (valid from serial number 808000) McHale Ballinrobe Co. Mayo F31 K138 Ireland ISO 9001:2015 Tel: +353 94 9520300 Email: sales@mchale.net Website: www.mchale.net CLT01169_0...
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- Page 3 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.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Tractor requirements & preparation Electronic control box installation Twine requirements Twine requirements Care of the twine roll Care of the twine binding system Loading the twiner Field operation & adjustments Electronic control system Control box functions Choose net or twine Control box features... - Page 5 McHale Twiner This page is intentionally left blank.
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Page 6: Introduction
This manual is for twine only and should be read in conjunction with the variable chamber baler operator manual (CLT01141). The McHale Twiner is designed to fit a variable chamber baler, to bind round bales with twine, as an alternative to net. The design has been developed based on years of extensive research and development in the field of round balers. -
Page 7: Product Information
The relevant health and safety requirements, that may be in force in the country of use, will be strictly followed No other equipment or accessories, other than released by McHale, are installed in the machine. The use of any other equipment or accessory is entirely at the owner/operator’s risk. -
Page 8: Front View
McHale Twiner 2.2 Front view Machine function Storage row for twine rolls Bottom row for twine rolls (to feed unit) Middle row for twine rolls (to feed unit) Twine feed tensioners Starting eyelets (twine feeder unit) Eyelets (feed rolls 1 and 2) -
Page 9: Specific Safety Warnings
Do not work on hydraulic systems unless you are qualified to do so. This work should only be carried out by qualified persons or your McHale dealer. 3.3 Noise level The European Regulation 2003/10/EU directs employers and employees to ... -
Page 10: Fire Precautions
McHale Twiner 3.4 Fire precautions Be aware that crops are easily inflammable. Do not smoke or make use of any open fire next to the machine. A functioning fire extinguisher should always be available on the tractor. ... -
Page 11: Safety Warnings & Instructions Explained
Therefore it has to be ensured that all safety warnings and instructions are understood and followed. 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 machine are displayed with their meanings below:... -
Page 12: Tractor Requirements & Preparation
McHale Twiner Tractor requirements & preparation 4.1 Electronic control box installation A good power supply is critical for proper machine operation as the electronic control box is the main interface between the operator and the machine. The electric power supply is obtained from the 12 V socket of the tractor. Connect the power leads as shown below. -
Page 13: Twine Requirements
Clean off the metal feed rollers and remove any fragments or debris. Ensure all eyelets, guides and tensioners are aligned and adjusted correctly. CAUTION: Ensure safety first! Ensure the tractor engine is turned off and the control box power is disconnected, before attempting to thread or adjust the twiner. -
Page 14: Loading The Twiner
CAUTION: Ensure safety first! Ensure the tractor engine is turned off and the control box power is disconnected, before attempting to thread or adjust the twiner. 1. Open the right hand door panel to gain access to the twine storage unit, located inside. - Page 15 McHale Twiner 3. The start end of each roll (from the core) should be threaded through the pigtail guide, directly above it, going from left to right. The 3 rolls in each row must be joined together so that the twine is continuous. This applies...
- Page 16 McHale Twiner 7. If the 1st or 2nd roll positions are empty, when replacing spare rolls, the remaining roll(s) in use can be repositioned to the 1st and 2nd roll positions, ensuring the twine is moved to the corresponding pigtail guide(s).
- Page 17 McHale Twiner 11. Then, pass the twine through the large rear eyelet, behind feed roll 1. Ensure the twine sits on top of the roller and is not tangled in the sensor target bolts. 12. Reach through the opening to grab the twine and pull it through.
- Page 18 McHale Twiner 15. Repeat steps 10 to 14 for feed roll 2. 16. Do not overtighten the feed roller compression springs as the rollers will crush the twine making it very weak. NOTE: If the twine feeds correctly to the bale and then breaks, as soon as it accelerates to bale speed, it is likely that these springs are over tightened.
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Page 19: Field Operation & Adjustments
McHale Twiner 5.5 Field operation & 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. - Page 20 McHale Twiner To adjust the chain, the use of 10 mm and 13 mm spanners are required. First remove the bottom cover, using the first 2 thumbscrews to gain access. Loosen the 2 x M6 bolts (A) a little, using 2 x 10 mm spanners.
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Page 22: Electronic Control System
McHale Twiner Electronic control system (Software version EPS660-126 onwards) Displays manual (MAN) or Current bale profile automatic (AUTO) mode Displays the current bale profile setting, A - E Bale diameter display Arrow shows the target diameter Clock Displays bale total or... -
Page 23: Control Box Functions
McHale Twiner 6.1 Control box functions Function Manual (MAN) Automatic (AUTO) Press and hold to engage the roller Press once to start the twine early or and feed in twine to re-twine. Hold to delay twine feeding. Press and hold to move the twine... -
Page 24: Choose Net Or Twine
Twine selected Net selected NOTE: If the twiner is not fitted to the machine, then by default the twine setting will be crossed out with an X and will not be selectable. In this case, only net can be selected. -
Page 25: Control Box Features
McHale Twiner 6.3 Control box features When the control box is first switched on it displays ‘McHale V6’ along with the machine model and software version number. After a short delay, the working display appears. The working display features an image of the machine, which is surrounded by general working information. - Page 26 McHale Twiner 6.3.1 Twine feed icons If the twine option is turned on in the machine setup menu, then there are 2 twine feed icons shown on the screen. There are separate sensors on both twine feed rollers. They detect when twine is feeding and relay information back to the operator.
- Page 27 McHale Twiner The icons show as a white circle if the track is in the home position and no twine is feeding. The icons show as a black circle if the twine has run out or has failed to feed.
- Page 28 McHale Twiner When the correct number of revolutions are put on the edge of the bale the track reverses towards the centre. The track makes the set number of stops, for the set time, as it reverses. When the correct number of revolutions are put on the centre of the bale the track moves forward to the home position and the twines are cut.
- Page 29 McHale Twiner 6.3.4 Menu structure...
- Page 30 McHale Twiner Bale setup This menu allows the user to adjust settings in relation to bale formation. The toggle key (button 3) can be used to scroll between each setting, for the current profile. When the arrow is beside the required setting then the + and - softkeys (buttons 1 & 2) can be used to increase/decrease the value.
- Page 31 McHale Twiner Core density The core density can be set from 0 - 10. This sets the density for the core diameter setting, then the bale density setting is used for the remainder of the bale formation. Bale density The density can be set from 0 - 10. Normally a maximum of 8 is adequate to produce good dense bales.
- Page 32 McHale Twiner Machine setup This menu allows the user to adjust settings in relation to the machine setup. The toggle key (button 3) can be used to scroll between each setting. When the arrow is beside the required setting then the + and - keys or the left and right arrows (buttons 1 & 2) can be used to increase/decrease/change the value.
- Page 33 McHale Twiner Bale shape indicator zero This is used to set the centre position of the bale shape indicator sensor. Normally, this is only required with a new machine or when the sensor is replaced. To set the zero position, make sure the chamber is fully closed with no crop in the chamber, then select the bale shape indicator zero setting and press ‘RESET’...
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Page 34: Electronic Functions
McHale Twiner 6.4 Electronic functions 6.4.1 Unblock floor operation When a blockage occurs, the PTO should be stopped immediately. The unblock floor can then be lowered by holding the floor diverter (button 7) and operating the pick-up spool lever in the down direction. - Page 35 McHale Twiner Knife pressure Knife pressure is too high warning Knives in up position Selectable knives operation Selectable knives are an optional extra where the chopper unit has two sets of knives, which can be independently controlled. The operator can easily activate either set or both sets of knives.
- Page 36 McHale Twiner Right of chamber needs Right of chamber needs Bale formation is even more crop (drive left) more crop (drive left) A series of beeps accompany the direction arrows so that the operator doesn’t need to watch the screen. A low tone is emitted when the operator needs to steer left and a higher tone for the right.
- Page 37 McHale Twiner 6.4.7 Counters This menu allows the user to manage bale and lube counters. The toggle key (button 3) can be used to scroll between each counter. Press enter (button 2) to select a new subtotal. Press ‘ESC’ (button 4) to return to the main menu.
- Page 38 Press button 3 to select the beeper/key tone volume. Use the left and right arrows (buttons 1 & 2) to adjust the setting. Technician menu Reserved for McHale technicians. This menu is password protected as settings in it are critical to correct machine operation.
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Page 39: Warning Messages
McHale Twiner 6.5 Warning messages Chamber open This screen is displayed when either the left or right door latch sensor is detected open. AUTO mode cannot be selected when the chamber is open. If the chamber opens inadvertently during an automatic cycle, a warning beeper will sound to alert the operator. - Page 40 (2104) CAN bus warning This is shown if CAN bus communication is lost with the twiner module. No twine functions will operate when this warning is shown. (2105)
- Page 42 V Series Menu structure (twine)
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