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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual MechFiber380 KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Effective from model MF38L122 KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020 Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 2 KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Body inner parts 11.14 Weighing system 11.15 Bale handler parts 11.16 Axle options 11.17 Ancillary parts Troubleshooting 12.1 General troubleshooting 12.2 Weighing troubleshooting Warranty E.C. Declaration of Conformity/CE Certification Contact details KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 4: Part I (Service And Maintenance)

    Telephone numbers are listed on the back cover of this manual. The KEENAN MechFiber diet feeder is the cornerstone of the KEENAN MechFiber System, delivering improved efficiency and profitability on the farm. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 5: Warning Notes

    Europe: E0, 833,558 USA: 5,967,433 Japan: Pending Canada: Pending Australia: 691418 New Zealand: 305943 South Africa: 96/3148 WARNING: Read the safety section (Section 5) before attempting to operate the machine. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 6: Warning Signs

    Danger of lines. or repair work on the entrapment. machine. Apply the Do not stand between the handbrake when tractor and diet feeder while in parked. operation. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 7: Operating Principles

    If in doubt, consult your local KEENAN representative for the recommended safe operation of the machine to suit your particular application. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 8: Feeding Out

    Chassis VFC-door Load cell Figure 1: KEENAN MechFiber380 A properly operated and maintained KEENAN diet feeder promises to operate trouble-free for years. Regular maintenance of the machine is essential both for long machine life and also to meet the warranty requirements. Refer to instructions in the maintenance section of this manual.

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    Paddles knife Side panel Auger chamber (Bellyband) Feed-out door Auger Rotor VFC-door (variable feed control door) Feed-out tray Body blades Figure 2: KEENAN MechFiber380 rear profile view KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 10 When disconnecting, always ensure that a stand or jack is used to secure the diet feeder in the park position and that the handbrake is properly applied. Before driving KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 11 Begin by fitting the first 500 mm of the guard from the rear of the machine. Then, as you enter, continue to fit the guard along the full length of the top knife. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 12 Note: When mixing soda grain, the maximum gross load that can be mixed in the KEENAN MechFiber380 is 7,500 kg. The soda grain process can be completed using a KEENAN mixer, but before treatment on your farm, make sure you are adhering to local animal feed legislation and health and safety guidelines involving the treatment of grain.

  • Page 13: Weighing System

    A separate manual is supplied for your weigh box unit, which you should refer to for specific operating instructions. INSTRUCTIONS FOR ELECTRONIC READOUT BOX ARE CONTAINED IN A SEPARATE MANUAL. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 14: Operation

    If the power is supplied through a 7-pin lights connection, the tractor lights will need to be switched on to provide power to the weigh box. If you KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 15 [other than open-centre], contact the tractor agent. To alter closed-centre hydraulics, there is a plug available on request from KEENAN Service that can be fitted to the spool valve block.) Figure 4: Valve chest KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 16: Hitch Height Adjustment

    7.2 Hitch height adjustment The KEENAN MechFiber380 hitch was designed to allow for various hitch height options with the same components used. Hitch height is normally selected for the application and set at the factory. However, if required, the hitch can be adjusted on-farm to level the machine.

  • Page 17: Diet Feeder Capacity

    • Tractor H.P. rating. Figure 6: Photograph illustrates a well-mixed ration, showing consistent fibre length and the integration of forages and grains. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 18: Loading And Mixing

    • The total amount of material to be chopped. • The density of the bale. Load this side only Load long fibres slowly onto paddles Figure 7: Loading the KEENAN MechFiber diet feeder KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 19: Operating The Keenan Mechfiber Diet Feeder

    Tractor engine speed Straw, hay Water, liquid feeds All at 6–8 RPM 1,400–1,600 RPM Minerals, concentrates, protein meals, pulps, cereal grains Grass silage Maize silage Table 2: Loading the KEENAN MechFiber diet feeder KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 20: Operating The Keenan Bale Handler

    Tractor engine speed Straw, hay Water, liquid feeds All at 6–8 RPM 1,400–1,600 RPM Minerals, concentrates, protein meals, pulps, cereal grains Grass silage Maize silage Table 3: Loading the KEENAN MechFiber bale handler KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 21: Specific Instructions For Bale Handler Models

    KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 22: Washing And Chopping Root Crops

    PTO before turning out of the shed. CAUTION: Never open the VFC-door before engaging the PTO. Serious damage can occur when a sudden load is put on the auger. Disengage the PTO before turning corners. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    CAUTION: Failure to maintain oil on the chains may reduce the working life by up to 90%. Chain damage is not covered by factory warranty. See warranty section for more details. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 24 879 kg/m3 at 15° C and a viscosity rating of 150 mm2/s at 40° C. Do not use grease on the chains, as it is unsuitable for the application and will not allow for the lubrication of the vital internal parts of the chain. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 25: Chain Tensioning (540 Rpm)

    165 mm, as shown below. Locknut Adjustable spring seat Figure 10: KEENAN MechFiber380 primary chain tensioner — 540 RPM Rotor and auger chain: This preload tension can be set by loosening the locknut and adjusting the spring seat. The correct tension will be applied to the chain when the compression springs are compressed to 250 mm, as shown below.

  • Page 26: Chain Tensioning (1000 Rpm)

    Adjustable spring seat Locknut Adjustable spring seat Figure 11: KEENAN MechFiber380 primary chain tensioner — 1000 RPM Rotor and auger chain: This preload tension can be set by loosening the locknut and adjusting the spring seat. The correct tension will be applied to the chain when the compression springs are compressed to 250 mm, as shown below.

  • Page 27: Greasing

    Grease point Pivot pins Pivot point Pivot point Pivot point Pivot point VFC-door: Check that the VFC-door is able to move freely each day and grease external slides as appropriate. Pivot point KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 28 Figure 12: Front greasing points 1000 RPM Grease point Grease point 19 24 (left and right side) Grease point 20 Grease point 21 Grease point 22 (left and right side) Grease point 23 Figure 13: MechFiber380 chassis KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 29: Blade Maintenance

    The optimum tine-to-top-knife gap is 235 mm 10 mm, but this may ± vary depending on application and the design of the tine fitted. Please consult your local service centre for settings. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 30: Shear Bolts

    M10 x 60 x 4.6 700235 Table 5: Shear bolt specification CAUTION: Failure to use the correct grade of shear bolt can result in overload failure of the machine and will invalidate your warranty. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 31: Nuts And Bolts

    Stud/bolt type FT/LB Table 6.1: General torque for wheel studs U-bolt diameter (mm) Tightening torque (Nm) Table 6.2: Recommended torque for U-bolts for tandem axles U-bolts Figure 16: U-bolt position on tandem KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 32: Tyres

    ▪ Lower the machine and tighten the nuts to the recommended torque using suitable equipment. ▪ Check the wheel nuts for tightness after 1 hour of use, and repeat on a weekly basis. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 33: Rear Feed-Out Elevator (Where Fitted)

    Replace belts and side rubbers when they become worn; otherwise, elevator will not function properly. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 34 Grease Grease point point Grease point Figure 18: Side elevator greasing points Grease point Grease point Grease point Grease point Grease point Grease point Figure 18a: Stub elevator greasing points KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 35: Maintenance Checklist

    Refill bath with new oil to required level (see Section 8.1) and run machine for 5-10 minutes to ensure all chains have been lubricated. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 36: Specifications

    * The pre-mix or caustic soda capacity is 7,500 kgs/17,600 lbs., due to its nature in weight and density. Further advisements can be found in Sections 7.3 (on diet feeder capacity) and 7.4 (on loading and mixing). KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09...
  • Page 37 PART II (Spare Parts) KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 38: Parts List

    6" stroke feed-out tray ram assembly 702869 M12 x 70 (4.6 grade) shear bolt FP160-001-0094 Hydraulic hose arm VFC-door – 4,930 mm – front ram to rear ram 701513 Table 9: Hydraulic system KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 39: Chassis Parts

    Brake arm, part of axle 700832 Brake ram FP380-001-0024 Hitch assembly 700290 Bolt M20 x 100 mm (grade 8.8) 700733 M20 flat washer 700305 M20 nylock nut Table 10: Chassis assembly KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 40: Front Covers

    MF380 front cover outer seal - rhs 701277 3" spring 702111 M10 x 30 setscrew 700241 M10 locknut 700729 Washers m10 flat 700251 M10 x 40 cup head bolt, bzp, gr: 8.8 Table 11: Fiberglass front covers KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 41 M10 x 40 cup head bolt, bzp, gr: 8.8 700729 Washers m10 flat 700241 M10 locknut 702111 M10 x 30 setscrew 701277 3" spring 702256 M8 x 25mm cuphead bolt Table 11a: Fiberglass front covers KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 42: Rotor Parts

    Paddle rubbers and retainer (not shown in diagram) 702289 Paddle rubber 20 mm, 2,500 X 200 (front) 702290 Paddle rubber 20 mm, 2,500 X 200 (rear) FP200-008-0006 Paddle rubber retainer Table 12: Rotor assembly KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 43: Standard Feed-Out Parts

    11.5 Standard feed-out parts KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 44 700736 M8 flat washer 700223 M8 nylock nut Table 13: Standard feed-out parts Note: Complete standard feed-out kit P/N: FP160-006-0428 Feed-out tray can be supplied with the magnet assembly P/N: FP160-006-0071 KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 45: Fold-Down Tray Parts

    11.6 Fold-down tray parts (optional extra option) KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 46 KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 47 Table 14: Fold-down tray parts Note: Complete fold-down tray kit (standard) P/N: FP160-006-0416 Complete fold-down tray kit (OE-100) P/N: FP160-006-0423 Fold-down tray can be supplied with the magnet assembly P/N: FP170-006-0177 KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 48: Rear Panel Parts

    UCF X14, 70 mm bearing, cast housing Machine body FP280-007-0085 Rotor bearing assembly FP280-003-0276 Moveable rear light assembly, left-hand side FP280-003-0277 Moveable rear light assembly, right-hand side Table 15: Rear panel KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 49 M8 x 25 mm cuphead bolt 700736 M8 flat washer 700223 M8 locknut Table 16: Adjustable light assembly Note: All parts are interchangeable between left and right sides, except for the light unit KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 50: Front Panel Parts

    96-Tooth ASA200 sprocket (rotor driven) Sapphire ASA200 HS series chain, 107 pitches + joiner (not 705038 shown) 704773 Sapphire ASA120, 62 pitches (61 + slip fit joiner) (not shown) Table 17: Front panel KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 51: 1000 Rpm Driveline

    Drive chain right side oil tray mounting plate assembly FP280-048-0723 90 mm taper lock bearing assembly FP380-048-0102 Bearing cover plate FP380-048-0102 Rear spline shaft bearing cover plate FP380-048-0121 Oil level window Table 18: Driveline 1000 RPM KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 52: 540 Rpm Driveline

    Gasket, rubber, for drive line 700265 M12 locknut FP380-048-0100 Cover plate FP380-048-0107 Bracket, for oil channel FP380-048-0103 Splash plate, for chain drive FP380-048-0121 Oil level window Table 19: Driveline 540 RPM KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 53: Vfc-Door

    Rear VFC-door hydraulic ram, 60 mm bore, 32 mm rod 704955 Front VFC-door hydraulic ram, 50.8 mm bore, 20 mm rod 701905 VFC-door ram top pivot pin 700730 M12 flat washer 700266 M12 locknut Table 20: VFC-door KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 54: Auger

    Auger drive sprocket thrust shim (2 mm) *Use as required (uar) FP380-009-0001 Auger weld assembly, MF380 FP380-002-0043 90 mm bearing assembly, flange mount, UCF X 18 FP280-009-0070 Auger seal Table 21: Auger shaft KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 55: Body Inner Parts

    VFC-door inner seal retainer (rear) 703246 Drain bung rubber seal FP280-004-0041 Drain bung cover plate assembly 1 FP280-004-021 Drain bung lever assembly 2 FP280-004-029 Drain bung lever toggle link Table 22: Inner body parts KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 56: Weighing System

    Dimanica Generale weigh bar 2.875" diameter 9350 mm cable 703671 (DG 969-0127) EF102-117 Weigh box holder front turning bracket 703353 Weigh box, Dinamica Generale, Stad 04, complete with bracket Table 23: Weighing system KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 57: Bale Handler Parts

    M10 locknut FP280-045-010 Bale handler nylon guide wheel 704040 End creel ram assembly FP160-045-0002 Bale handler end creel assembly (front) 700283 M16 locknut 700732 M16 washer Table 24: Series 1 bale handler KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 58 Retainer strip, 5 mm, for rubber apron, 1,725 mm long FP200-006-0144 (front) Load bumper rubber seat plate FP200-006-0145 (rear) FP160-006-0139 Load bumper brace plate Bale handler kicker assembly – complete kit FP160-045-0118 KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 59 700266 M12 locknut 700730 M12 washer 700732 M16 washer 700283 M16 locknut 700732 M16 washer 700283 M16 locknut FP200-045-0003 Rubber apron FP200-050-0008 Load bumper rubber Table 25: Series III bale handler KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 60 T-piece to creel ram hydraulic hose (yellow tag) 704146 T-piece to creel ram hydraulic hose (red tag) 704925 Hydraulic hose kit 704127 Bale handler creel steel pipe assembly 704236 10-L pipe clamp Table 26: Hydraulic fittings KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 61 M12 x 75 bolt 700730 M12 washer 700266 M12 locknut FP280-045-010 Nylon guide wheel 700283 M16 locknut 700732 M16 washer 700268 M16 x 100 mm bolt Table 27: Kicker arm assembly (exploded view) KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 62 Spacer plate 3 mm 700247 M12 x 30 mm bolt Table 28: Bale handler tine and bracket assembly * Longer M12 bolt may be required, if additional spacers (item no. 9) are used. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 63: Axle Options

    Table 29: Axle types Axle spare parts Item No: Description: Hub cap Outer bearing Nut (with washer) Inner bearing Brake drum Stud Brake shoe Table 30: Axle spare parts (MechFiber380 axle) KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 64 2. Turn it at a high speed to check for unusual noises, such as grating or knocking. If there are signs of damage, or if the bearings are worn, the bearings and the seals should all be replaced. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 65: Ancillary Parts

    Top knife blade, 990 mm long, deep serrations Mechanical adjuster FP280-006- 0180 Mechanical adjuster complete assembly Table 31: Ancillary parts *4 bank can be reduced to 3 bank, if required, using the same part number. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 66: Troubleshooting

    8. Feed-out is too slow Check condition of paddle rubbers. Decrease tractor ground speed. Reduce engine revs to give paddle more time to push material into auger. Ensure material is fully chopped before unloading. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 67 Please refer to Section 5, Point U, on safety. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...
  • Page 68 Please refer to Section 5, Point U, on safety. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 69: Weighing Troubleshooting

    10- to 13-volt supply across the internal pins of the cable. If the negative (-) and positive (+) are wired the wrong way, the weigh box will not switch on [Dinamica Generale weigh boxes power cable: white (+) and black (-)]. KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

  • Page 70: Warranty

    13 Warranty 13.1 KEENAN warranty policy Alltech Farming Solutions Limited, trading as “KEENAN” (the “Company”), shall undertake to correct by repair or replacement, only at the Company’s option, any defect of material or workmanship occurring in any of its products as listed herein within the following warranty period.

  • Page 71: Declaration Of Conformity/Ce Certification

    Irish Courts. 13.2 Product changes and improvements Due to our policy of continuous improvement, Alltech Farming Solutions Ltd reserves the right to make changes in design, add improvements to or otherwise modify any of its products without incurring any obligation on products previously supplied.

  • Page 72: Contact Details

    3031 Catnip Hill Road, Nicholasville, KY 40356, United States of America Tel: 859-885-9613 Website: keenansystem.com Email: keenaninfo@alltech.com Alltech Farming Solutions (UK) Limited KEENAN Ryhall Road, Stamford, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom, PE9 1TZ Tel. Administration: 0800 587 3296 24-Hour Service: 0800 587 3296 Fax:...
  • Page 73 KEENAN MechFiber380 Operator’s Manual Revision D02 09 Sept 2020...

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