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Safety of machinery - Safety distances to prevent hazard zones being reached by upper and lower limbs. BS EN ISO 14121-1: 2007 Safety of machinery - Risk assessment - Part 1: Principles Signed:- Robert Ritchie Al agr E Agricultural Sales Director at:- David Ritchie Implements Ltd. Forfar, UK on:- 20th December 2010...
In addition operator’s David Ritchie Implements shall not be liable should also read any relevant legislation for damage resulting from misappropriate regarding health and safety and accident use of the machine.
2 rows of 4 bales have been formed. They and workmanship. are then released automatically behind the machine ready for handling with the ‘Ritchie The following conditions apply:- Flat Eight Grab’. • The machine should only be used for the The machine is designed to be used by a single purpose indicated in this manual.
Before and During Operation Safety Information Never leave the tractor cab while the Please read these instructions carefully. engine is running. Always switch off and Ignoring these instructions could result remove the ignition key and apply the in personal injury or damage to the tractor handbrake.
Features Proven reliability over many years of service. Uncomplicated design and robust construction resulting in trouble free operation. Suitable for use with most modern balers including Welgar. Automatic release of bales on completion of the pack. Easy Adjustment and Maintenance. Specifications Length - 4800 mm Width...
Preparation When despatched from the factory the Bale Accumulator is partly dismantled to save space on vehicles, After unpacking assemble as follows:- Drawbar and Chute Remove the chute from the transport position, Fig 2, by releasing the R-pins at both ends of the swivel (arrowed) and lifting the chute out.
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Attach the drawbar to the lugs on the wheel castor, arrowed, Fig 4 - 1. Refit the Chute swivel to the lugs provided and secure with R-pins, Fig 4 -2. Fitting of Towing Bracket Use only the special towing bracket supplied with the Bale Accumulator.
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Position centre line of Hitch Pin 3” - 4” (75 - 100mm) behind Bale Chamber Drill four 11mm holes in sides of Bale Chamber to suit holes in arms of correctly positioned Towing Bracket. Attach with M10 button head screws and lock nuts provided.
Setting Up and Adjustment Upper Hole On arrival in the field transfer the drawbar for 16” bales from the side position to the (centre) working position, Fig 7. Set the baler to produce bales of the required length, preferably 36”, and not more than 42”.
Operation When baling, the Accumulator operates as The third bale is guided to the left hand side follows:- of the machine, being rotated by and rotating, the left hand turning arm. As bales pass over the chute they are gripped and held to the ground by the inward The fourth bale is guided into the remaining protruding points at the Accumulator end of...
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Front Gate Trips when Bale 5 4rth Bale is in Position Fig 15 Fig 16 Bale 6 Bale 7 Fig 17 Fig 18 Rear Gate Trips when Bale 8 8th Bale is in Position Fig 19 Fig 20...
Further Adjustments Spring Tension All springs should be adjusted so that there is just sufficient tension to hold the parts they control at the ‘at rest’ position. Adjust springs by releasing the chain from the end of the hook bolt and relocating in an alternative link, Fig 21.
Lubrication The machine operates mainly by pressure of the bales in contact with the ground and the forward movement of the Bale Accumulator. All parts should move freely therefore regular oiling of all swivels and gate hinges is recommended to ensure trouble free operation.
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