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ENGINEERING LTD.
F550 Baler
Operator Instruction Manual
Issue 4
(Valid From Serial Number 702494 Onwards)
McHale Engineering Ltd
Castlebar Road, Ballinrobe
Co. Mayo, Ireland.
Tel: +353 94 9520300
Fax: +353 94 9520356
Email: sales@mchale.net
Web: www.mchale.net

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  • Page 1 ENGINEERING LTD. F550 Baler Operator Instruction Manual Issue 4 (Valid From Serial Number 702494 Onwards) McHale Engineering Ltd Castlebar Road, Ballinrobe Co. Mayo, Ireland. Tel: +353 94 9520300 Fax: +353 94 9520356 Email: sales@mchale.net Web: www.mchale.net...
  • Page 3 If any of the instructions appear unclear do not hesitate to contact your McHale dealer. 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 specification as the original machine.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 2. Table of Contents Section Page Introduction 01-1 Table of Contents 02-1 Getting Familiar with the McHale F550 03-1 Designated Use of the Machine 03-1 General Safety Be aware of all Safety Information...

  • Page 5: Section Page

    Tractor Requirements and Preparations Tractor Requirements 06-1 Control Box Installation 06-1 Attaching to Drawbar 06-2 Attaching the F550 to the PTO (540 rpm) 06-2 Lighting System 06-2 Attaching the Hydraulic Hosing to the Tractor 06-3 Connecting the Control Box 06-3...
  • Page 6 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual Section Page Baler Field Operations and Baler Adjustment 10.1 Break in Period 10-1 10.2 Swath Preparation 10-1 10.3 Pick up Reel Height Adjustment 10-2 10.4 Crop Guard Adjustment 10-2 10.5 Unblocking System 10-3 10.6...
  • Page 7 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual Section Page Technical Specifications 14.1 General Dimensions/ Specifications 14-1 14.2 Tractor Attachments 14-1 14.3 Machine Specifications 14-1 14.4 Tyre Specifications 14-1 14.5 Declaration of Conformity 14-2 14.6 Change of Ownership Pre-Checks 14-3 Trouble Shooting 15.1...

  • Page 8: Getting Familiar With The Mchale F550

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual Getting familiar with the McHale F550 The McHale F550 is protected against many dangers to itself while being operated from the control box in both manual and automatic cycles. However, it is of utmost importance for the safety of the operator and for others, that the operator pay attention to all warnings and instructions given in this manual.
  • Page 9 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual Netter Netter Tension bars Pressure clock Knife Pressure Hose Holder clock Stand Pick up Ground Wheels Chopper Unit Pick up Tailgate Drive Side Rotor Clutch Bale Kicker Knife Floor McHale F550 main component reference section...

  • Page 10: General Safety

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 4. General Safety 4.1 Be aware of all safety information The symbol opposite is the symbol used to alert you to safety issues. It appears both in this manual and on some of the safety decals.

  • Page 11: In Case Of Emergencies

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 4.5 In case of emergencies In the event of any accident, emergency equipment should be kept close at hand. A first fire extinguisher along with emergency phone numbers should always be available to machine operators.

  • Page 12: General Safety Warnings

    All safety decals on the machine must be kept in good legible condition. If they are not they must be replaced by genuine McHale decals from your McHale dealer (part numbers are available in this manual).
  • Page 13 Maintenance and repair work exceeding the content of this manual should only be carried out by qualified persons or your McHale dealer. Before travelling on public roads the owner of this machine is obliged by law to ensure that every operator has got a valid driving licence and is familiar with the road traffic regulations relating to the country of use (see section 9).

  • Page 14: Specific Safety Warnings

    5 years. Only use exact specification, McHale genuine replacement parts. 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. McHale F550 specific section 05-1...

  • Page 15: Noise Level

    In normal conditions the noise level next to the drivers ear of the McHale F550 round baler 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).

  • Page 16: Safety Instruction Decal Locations

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 5.6 Safety Instruction Decal Locations: Tel: 353 (0) 94-9520300 Fax: 353 (0) 94-9520356 E-mail: sales@mchale.net Web:www.mchale.net Castlebar Rd. Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo, Ireland. MAX. GROSS WEIGHT SERIAL NUM BER 4,800 kg @10 km/h YEAR OF M ANUFACTURE...
  • Page 17 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual McHale F550 specific section 05-4...

  • Page 18: Description Of Safety Warnings And Instructions

    Therefore one must ensure that all safety warnings and instructions are understood and followed. If any of the decals are damaged or are missing they are available from your McHale dealer. The relevant part numbers are shown in brackets. Note: The most important instructions are shown as pictographs.The...
  • Page 19 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual Always lock the tailgate in place before working on the open bale chamber. (CST00150) Do not stand on the platform or elsewhere on the machine when the machine is moving or working. (CST00107) Keep hands out of crush area.
  • Page 20 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual Keep hands clear of rotating rollers. (CST00017) Check wheel nuts daily. (CST00020) Maximum hydraulic pressure and maximum PTO speed. This machine must not be connected to hydraulic systems with pressure higher than 210 bar. (CST00121) Danger of rotating parts, foreign objects.
  • Page 21 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual Do not stand in the articulation area while the tractor engine is running. (CST00141) Do not stand in the swashing area of the tailgate while the tractor is running. (CST00140) Do not step under the raised tailgate or attempt to do any adjustments on the machine while the tailgate is raised before the safety lock is applied to the tailgate.
  • Page 22 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual Knife release lever, horizontal position-locked, vertical position-unlocked. (CST00118) Diagram of net path through feeding rollers. (CST00156) Grease daily. (CST00060) Ensure tyre pressure is at 1.38 BAR (20 P.S.I) pressure. (CST00119) 1. Keep all guards in place.

  • Page 23: Descriptions Of The Serial Number Plate

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual Float decal. Indicating that during operation of the baler, the control lever of the spool operating the pick-up reel should be in the float position. (CST00609) CST00609 Free flow return to tank. (CST00006) 5.8 Description of the serial number plate...

  • Page 24: Machine Lifting Guidelines

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 5.9 Machine lifting guidelines Warning! Only use chains or strapping that are rated for a minimum load of two tonnes (2,000 kg’s) per chain or strap when using the two lift eye locations on the chassis, shown below.
  • Page 25 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual McHale F550 specific section 05-12...

  • Page 26: Tractor Requirements And Preparations

    Avoid dirt getting in to the hydraulic couplings. The following items on the tractor are required for attachment of the McHale F550 behind the tractor: Low/High drawbar hitch* that is suitable for an imposed load of minimum 3600 kg’s.

  • Page 27: Attaching To Drawbar

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 6.3 Attaching to drawbar F550 The drawbar is to be attached so that the McHale is horizontal to the ground as in section 7.11, “Drawbar adjustment”. Machines are set up for hitching to the tractor drawbar as shown in fig.

  • Page 28: Attaching The Hydraulic Hosing To The Tractor

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 6.6 Attaching the hydraulic hosing to the tractor Warning! When connecting hydraulic hosing to the tractor ensure that the tractor engine is turned off and that the ignition key is removed. Ensure that all hydraulic connections are correctly tightened.
  • Page 29 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual McHale F550 tractor requirements section 06-4...

  • Page 30: Baler Requirements And Preparation

    The maximum bale size recommended is a 1.3 m diameter bale. In order to achieve the best possible performance, McHale recommend the use of a net roll which meets the following specifications: Material: High quality, high density polyethylene.

  • Page 31: Loading And Operating The Netter System

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 7.4 Loading and operating the netter system Warning! Pay attention to the heavy weight of the net roll! It is recommended that full net rolls should be handled by two persons. The following is the procedure for changing a roll or fitting the first roll: [Fig. 7.4.1] Ensure PTO is disengaged, tractor shut-down and ignition key removed.
  • Page 32 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 7.5 Net length adjustment setting In an automatic cycle the netter starts feeding net once the set bale density has been reached and the cutter is tripped; the bale is then wrapped with the predetermined net length.
  • Page 33 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual Notch Layers of Length of Net * Net * (#) Less Net 7.25 2.25 8.37 9.35 10.18 More Net 11.00 12.00 13.11 3.75 14.23 Fig. 7.5.4 Net cutter setting. 15.21 16.18 17.30 Table 7.5.5 Exact net settings. * Adjustment is achieved by pushing the adjustment lever “A”...
  • Page 34 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 7.6 Chopper unit knife removal and installation Warning! Incorrectly installed knives can cause irreparable damage to both the knives and the rotor, leading to serious destruction within the machine!! Caution! Use protective gloves for any manual work in this area! The number of knives installed determines the cut length of the material.
  • Page 35 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual Rotating lever ‘B’ exposes ‘flats’ on the lock-shaft which allows either knives or knife-blanks to be added or removed. Remove old knives with a pair of pliers. Rotate knife down whilst pulling Knife engages with Actuator-arm...
  • Page 36 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual Knife correctly positioned within lock-shaft & actuator-arm 12. After installing, push the top of each knife forward as shown, in direction of arrow (M) to ensure proper engagement within both lock-shaft and actuator-arm. If knife moves, then it is not positioned correctly.
  • Page 37 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 17. Rotating lever B back up 90° onto lock-pin, locks all knives/blanks securely. 18. The knife blanks are stored in the knife/ knife blank holster. See 7.6.1 below. Warning! Do not forget to turn the levers back into their working positions, but only after having finished all work on the baler.

  • Page 38: Automatic Lubrication System - Greasing

    12 working hours, it should be kept between the min. and max. markings at all times. McHale recommend the use of only top quality chain oil and grease, this will prolong the life of the machine components. A grease cartridge is required after every 300 bales approximately.
  • Page 39 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual Replacing refill grease cartridge and releasing airlock. McHale recommend using a Multipurpose, extra high performance grease such as, Mobil grease XHP222 or equivalent NLGI number 2 grade grease. Caution: Avoid contact with skin.
  • Page 40 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual Rock the cartridge holder from side to side to ensure it does not fall off. Release the plunger and push the plunger rod all the way into the cartridge holder. Slow and gently rock the cartridge holder from side to side.

  • Page 41: Gear Box Oil

    Replace breather plug (A) and tighten securely. Note: Do not overfill as this will result in overheating and oil leakage. 7.9 Tyre inflation pressures Caution! The tyres used on the McHale F550 machine are to be inspected weekly for the following pressures: Tyre type Pressure 500/50 - 17 or 500/50 - 22.5...

  • Page 42: Drawbar And Pto Shaft Stand Functions

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 7.10 Drawbar and PTO shaft stand functions F550 There are three types of drawbar stands available on the , a swing down fixed length stand (Low Hitch) type A, a swing down screw type stand (Low Hitch) type B or a fixed screw down type (high hitch) type C, depending on the country of use one will come as standard.
  • Page 43 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual The following applies to the screw down stand-fixed, Type C (high hitch): [See Fig. 7.10.3] Note that stand type C is the only type supplied with the high drawbar hitch option and is available as an option on the low drawbar hitch machines.

  • Page 44: Drawbar Adjustment

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 7.11 Drawbar adjustment Warning! This work should only be carried out by qualified persons or your McHale dealer! This adjustment should be carried out on a level concrete surface, with the tractor drawbar aligned such that the exact adjustment can be monitored. Ensure that the tractor engine has been shut down, the ignition key removed and the brakes applied.

  • Page 45: Pto Shaft Adjustment & Maintenance

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 7.12 PTO Shaft adjustment and maintenance The length of the PTO shaft is suitable for all known tractor conditions. However, before the machine is operated for the first time with a new tractor combination, it must be ensured that there is a minimum sliding clearance of 200 mm left during all angles between the tractor and the machine.

  • Page 46: Control Box Overview And Features

    WZ313001rev10.hex 8.2 Control box operation F550 Normally two hydraulic levers on the tractor operate the McHale Baler. One raises or lowers the pick-up reel and the other opens and closes the baler tailgate. Pushing diverter buttons on the control box will allow control of the drop floor and the chopping knives.
  • Page 47 F550 McHale round baler wrapper operators instruction manual 8.2.2 Auto cycle Filling of the chamber warns the operator to stop driving by a series of warning beeps. The net is automatically fed into the chamber and cut when the predeter- mined amount is applied to the bale.
  • Page 48 F550 McHale round baler operators instruction manual 8.2.6 Lube count reset To reset the lube count and its alarm press and hold both buttons ' Totals A-B' and 'Man/Auto' for five seconds. 8.2.7 Bale counts Two bale counts are provided (A and B), the indicator on the display shows the current counter.
  • Page 49 F550 McHale round baler wrapper operators instruction manual F550 08-4 McHale electronic control system section...

  • Page 50: Road Traffic Safety And Operation

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 9. Road traffic safety and operation 9.1 Before travelling on any public roadway: Warning! Ensure that all of the following are inspected each time before attempting to go on to a public roadway, always think and practice safety.

  • Page 51: Road Transportation

    Lift the pickup reel completely. Take the pick up guide wheels off the machine and securely attach them to the machine for transportation. (See Figure 9.2.1 below) Fig. 9.2.1 Pick up guide wheel transport position McHale F550 road transportation section...

  • Page 52: Baler Field Operations And Baler Adjustment

    10. Baler field operation and baler adjustments 10.1 Break in period McHale recommend a break in period of approximately the first 50 bales or until the paint within the baler chamber has lost its shine. After the initial break in period the tension of all the chains on the baler should be checked and adjusted as required, see section 10.14.

  • Page 53: Pick Up Reel Height Adjustment

    10.3.1. Note: Working with the pickup tines set too low will leave them susceptible to breakage and rapid wear. Note: When baling with the McHale F550 ensure that the control lever for the spool operating the pick-up reel height adjustment is in the float position. If the lever is not in the float position then the reel will be fixed in a set position and will be unable to follow the ground contour.

  • Page 54: Unblocking System

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 10.5 Unblocking system The McHale F550 is equipped with an unblock system. In case of a blockage in the feeding channel, the PTO overload clutch will disengage and a loud clicking noise will be heard. Once this sound is heard, immediately turn off the tractor PTO, then push and hold the right diverter button on the control box, while using the pick up spool to lower the channel floor, see figure 10.5.1.

  • Page 55: Knife Pressure Gauge

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 10.6 Chopping system The McHale F550 is equipped with a 15 knife chopping system for fine cutting. If a coarser chop is required, a reduced number of knives can be used by removing knives from the knife floor, (see section 7.6 on knife removal and installation).

  • Page 56: Net Wrap System

    10.9 Net tensioning system The McHale F550 is fitted with pivoting net tension bars, shown in figure 10.9.1, that automatically pivot, as required, during the netting cycle. When the bale in the chamber is full, after a pre-determined pause the clutch unit is engaged causing the net tension bars to move forward toward the tractor.

  • Page 57: Bale Density Gauge

    When baling drier materials such as straw or hay McHale recommend adjusting the silage-hay-straw sensor position plate (see next page for instructions). When baling wetter materials such as grass for silage a pressure of between 110 and 160 bar is recommended.
  • Page 58 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual Grass-Silage or Hay-Straw adjustment (located behind the hydraulic-section, on the non-drive side of chamber close to door hinge). The bale chamber features a quick adjustment sensor position plate. This allows for a quick change to lower density bales as required for hay and straw without any need to adjust the chamber pre- charge pressure.

  • Page 59: Tail Gate Safety Lock

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 10.12 Tail gate safety lock The tail gate lock should be used at all times when the operator wishes to enter the chamber for example in order to change the cutter knives. The lock is located in the front right hand side panel of the machine.

  • Page 60: Adjusting Pick-Up Float Springs

    (R). Fig. 10.13.1 Adjustment of pickup float springs. Warning! When baling with the McHale F550 ensure that the control lever for the spool operating the pick-up reel height adjustment is in the float position. If the lever is not in the float position then the reel will be fixed in a set position and unable to follow the ground contour.

  • Page 61: Chain Adjustments

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 10.14 Chain adjustments It is important for the efficient operation of the machine that all drive chains are kept correctly tensioned. The following is a general guide to chain adjustment. The sag is measured at the midpoint of the chain between the sprockets.
  • Page 62 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 10.14.2 Pickup reel tine chain adjustment To adjust the reel tine chain, use a 17 mm spanner and socket. Loosen (A) and turn tine sprocket (D) anticlockwise as shown below. Apply upward pressure (along slot B) to nylon chain slide (C), while continuing to hold sprocket (D) in position.
  • Page 63 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 10.14.4 Chopper unit duplex chain adjustment To adjust the duplex chain Use two 24mm spanners. Hold the lower nut and loosen the upper nut. To tighten—screw down the lower nut in the direct T.

  • Page 64: Accessories And Optional Equipment

    Certain accessories and optional equipment may or may not be available in all countries, depending on varying circumstances. The following key symbols, are to aid in what equipment is sold as standard, optional and not available on the McHale F550. They are only correct at time of print and may vary.

  • Page 65: Stand Options

    F550 McHale round baler operators instruction manual 11.5 Stand options Stand type A Stand type A is a static swing-down stand [fixed] and is suitable for use on the low drawbar hitch only! Fig. 11.5.1 Swing-stand type A (Part No: ADB00068)

  • Page 66: Brake Options

    F550 McHale round baler operators instruction manual 11.6 Brake options Hydraulic brakes This system utilises one hose for connection to the tractors hydraulic brake coupling. This is the most common brake system option. Air brakes This system utilises two air brake couplings and the use of which, may be mandatory in certain countries.
  • Page 67 F550 McHale round baler operators instruction manual F550 11-4 McHale accessories section...

  • Page 68: Machine Maintenance

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 12. Machine maintenance To maintain the McHale F550 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.
  • Page 69 McHale recommend that nobody ever be in the danger zone at any time during machine operation. In the event of carrying out inspections (contrary to our...

  • Page 70: Tightening Torque Values

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 12.2 Tightening torque values It is important that the correct torques for fasteners and fittings 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.
  • Page 71 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual McHale F550 maintenance section 12-4...

  • Page 72: Storage

    See section 7.3 for care of net wrapping device, follow instructions and carry out procedure as per instructions. Remove the grease from the net cutting knife. McHale F550 storage section 13-1...
  • Page 73 McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual Fusion 13-2 McHale storage section...

  • Page 74: Technical Specifications

    170/60 - 8 (Pick-up tyre) 1.38 bar (20 P.S.I). (**) May not be available in all countries, check with your McHale dealer for availability in your country. Units are given in both metric and UK imperial values, with the latter shown in brackets.

  • Page 75: Declaration Of Conformity

    McHale F550 round baler operator instruction manual 14.5 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 provi- sions of the EC Machinery Directive and the National Laws and Regulations adopting this Directive.

  • Page 76: Change Of Ownership Pre-Checks

    McHale F550 round baler operators instruction manual 14.6 Change of ownership pre-checks Shown below is a copy of the PDI (pre-delivery inspection) form that is filled out on the commissioning of every new machine. The same check list must be completed and any areas requiring attention addressed before the re-sale as a used machine can occur.
  • Page 77 McHale F550 round baler operator instruction manual McHale F550 technical specification section 14-4...

  • Page 78: Trouble Shooting

    15. Trouble Shooting 15.1 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 get to the bottom of the problem.

  • Page 79: Slip Cutch Going Off Easily

    F550 McHale round baler operators instructions manual 15.4 P.T.O slip clutch going off easily Symptom Reason Solution P.T.O slip clutch going Rotor chain loose Tighten the rotor chain off easily and check as specified P.T.O slip clutch going Poor swath...

  • Page 80: Knife Pressure Too High

    F550 McHale round baler operators instructions manual 15.7 Knife pressure too high Symptom Reason Solution Knife pressure too high Free flow return not Plug in free flow return plugged into the tractor hose Knife pressure too high Restriction in valve Contact dealer 15.8 Chamber losing pressure...

  • Page 81: Issues With Bale Quality/ Density

    F550 McHale round baler operators instructions manual 15.10 Issue with bale quality/ density Symptom Reason Solution Issues with bale quality/ When closing the door Attach the door density the spool is moving into functions to the tractor the float position, as a...

  • Page 82: Net Slipping On The Rubber Roller

    F550 McHale round baler operators instructions manual 15.12 Net slipping on the rubber roller Symptom Reason Solution Reason Solution Reference Section Net slipping on rubber Net brake too tight Decrease the tension Oil Leak Find Leak and resolve roller by increasing the num- ber of links on the chain on the drive side.

  • Page 83: Net Not Cut Correctly

    F550 McHale round baler operators instructions manual 15.14 Net not cut correctly Symptom Reason Solution Net not cut correctly Net tension is too loose Adjust net tension as it passes into the system netter Net not cut correctly Not enough tension on...

  • Page 84: Drop Floor Wont Move (Up Or Down) - Pick Up Moves

    F550 McHale round baler operators instructions manual 15.16 Drop Floor wont move (up or down) - Pick up moves Symptom Reason Solution Drop Floor wont move Restriction in Diverter Clean out diverter (up and or down) Drop Floor wont move...
  • Page 85 F550 McHale round baler operators instructions manual F550 15-8 McHale troubleshooting section...

  • Page 86: Limited Warranty

    1.1 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.
  • Page 87 The online pre-delivery inspection (PDI) form has been correctly completed by the dealer. 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 re- quested.

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