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HD 7+4 FRONT UNLOAD FORAGE BOX OPERATOR'S MANUAL & PARTS BOOK READ UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. WARNING UNSAFE OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS EQUIPMENT CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. HSMFG0416 Manufactured By H&S MANUFACTURING CO., INC.
DEALER PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST After the Forage Box has been completely set-up, check to be certain it is in correct running order before delivering to the customer. The following is a list of points to inspect. Check off each item as you have made the proper adjustments and found the item operating satisfactorily .
SAFETY INFORMATION ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. THIS SYMBOL IS USED THROUGHOUT THIS BOOK WHENEVER YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY IS INVOLVED. TAKE TIME TO BE CAREFUL. REMEMBER: THE CAREFUL OPERATOR IS THE BEST OPERATOR. MOST ACCIDENTS ARE CAUSED BY HUMAN ERROR. CERTAIN PRECAUTIONS MUST BE OBSERVED TO PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF INJURY OR DAMAGE.
SAFETY INFORMATION Keep signs in good condition. Immediately replace any missing or damaged signs. RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION This is the safety-alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury. Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices.
SAFETY INFORMATION HELP A A A VOID INJURY • READ & UNDERST T T AND THE T T ORS MANUAL H & S MANUF F WITH MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER. • UNDERST T T AND ALL SAFETY W W W ARNINGS AND FUNCTION OF CONTROLS.
TRACTOR: This Operators Manual uses the term "Tractor" when identifying the power source. W A R N I N G TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT, READ AND STUDY THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION. IN ADDITION, MAKE SURE THAT EVERY INDIVIDUAL WHO OPERATES OR WORKS WITH THIS EQUIPMENT, WHETHER FAMILY MEMBER OR EMPLOYEE, IS FAMILIAR WITH THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
SAFETY INFORMATION W A R N I N G TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY OF DEATH NEVER OPERATE THIS UNIT UNLESS EMERGENCY STOP FUNCTIONS PROPERLY EMERGENCY STOP In case of an emergency, pushing either the stop panel rearward (A), or pulling the trip cables (B) will stop cross conveyor, beaters, and main apron.
SET-UP & ASSEMBLY WARNING: Some photographs used in the following pages show guards or shields removed for clarification. Never operate machine until these guards or shields are in proper operating position. NOTE: Determine right or left side of the forage box by viewing it from the rear. If instructions or parts lists call for hardened bolts, refer to the Cap Screw Torque Value page to identify.
TRANSPORTING TRANSPORT LIGHTING & REFLECTORS WHEN TRANSPORTING ON THE HIGHWAY OR ROADS, PLACE SMV SIGN IN SOCKET PROVIDED AND REGULARLY CLEAN THE REFLECTIVE TAPE AT THE REAR OF THE FORAGE BOX. NOTE: Obey all state and local laws, concerning towed equipment, on public roads. TOWING ON HIGHWAY To view beyond the back of the Forage Box when transporting the unit on a public highway, consider obtaining and installing a rear view mirror on your tractor with a wide load mounting bracket.
PREPARING FOR OPERATION Check over entire unit carefully before first operation. Tighten bolts, set screws, and chains which may have come loose in handing. Lubricate as explained in the Lubrication Guide. Successful operation will be achieved by periodic adjustments and experience of the operator. Make sure to read and understand all adjustments.
OPERATION GENERAL INFORMATION Check entire Forage Box carefully before first operation. Tighten bolts and set screws that might have come loose in transporting. Lubricate if needed as explained in the Lubrication Chapter in this manual. EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN In case of an emergency, pushing the emergency stop panel, emergency stop bar, or pulling the safety cable will stop cross conveyor, beaters, and main aprons.
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OPERATION OPERATION OF FRONT UNLOAD FORAGE BOX 1. Park the Forage Box on level ground whenever possible during unloading. Lock tractor parking brake 2. Connect the PTO to a tractor with a 540 PTO ONLY, locking securely in place as stated in the PREPARING FOR OPERATION SECTION.
ADJUSTMENTS MAIN APRON Main feeder apron adjustment bolts are located behind the convenient access door located in the bottom portion of rear tailgate .Remove handle nuts (A) to open access door and swing door downward . All apron chains must be taken up evenly before you use the forage box . Check again after the first few loads .The Main Feeder Aprons should be at proper tension at all times .Tighten the full threaded bolts (B) to adjust aprons .Aprons are properly adjusted when two Cross Slats, or about three feet of chain lift off the Chain Return Slides from the rear of the box .Maintain this tension when operating the...
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ADJUSTMENTS CROSS CONVEYOR Proper tension should be maintained on cross con- veyor chain when operating box . To adjust cross conveyor, loosen the jam nuts (A) on tightener bolts (B) . Move adjusting nuts (C) on tightener bolts until proper tension on chain is reached .The chain is properly adjusted when the center slats clear the bottom return pan by about 1/16 of an inch .Adjust both sides equally .Lock in place with...
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ADJUSTMENTS BEATER ENGAGE/APRON SPEED CONTROL LEVER This single lever (A) controls both beater engage/ disengage and the speed of the main feeder aprons . CAUTION: DO NOT ENGAGE BEATERS OR MAIN APRONS WHEN CROSS CONVEYOR IS FULL OF MATERIAL OR DAMAGE TO FORAGE BOX WILL RESULT .Prior to engaging beaters and main aprons, intermittently rotate emergency stop lever (B) to the engage position to clear cross conveyor of...
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ADJUSTMENTS VARIABLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT You should rarely have to adjust the variable speed drive belt. If, however, it becomes necessary to adjust the belt, follow the steps listed below: 1. Remove belt as previously instructed. 2. Move control lever to the highest apron speed position.
SERVICE ENTERING FORAGE BOX Front Unload If you plan to manually unload the Forage Box utilizing cross conveyor, the following two-man procedure must be followed. NEVER ATTEMPT THIS PROCEDURE ALONE. THE PERSON OUTSIDE OF FORAGE BOX OPERATING CONTROLS MUST NOT LEAVE CONTROLS. 1.
OPTIONS 12’’ & 24" FOLD DOWN EXTENSION Extension folds down for easy access to blower and folds up for road and field travel FOLDED DOWN FOLDED UP HYDRAULIC DRIVE Hydraulic drive unit easily mounts and dismounts from unit -22-...
LUBRICATION GENERAL INFORMATION IMPORTANT: Catch and dispose of fluid per local waste disposal regulations whenever service is performed on hydraulic components, valves, cylinders, hoses, etc. GREASING There are numerous grease fittings on the Forage Box. Become familiar with all lubrication points and establish a routine to ensure complete lubrication of the Forage Box.
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LUBRICATION A . (2) one at each end of PTO at U-joint B . One on variable drive outer upper sheave C . One on variable drive inner lower sheave D . One on beater drive clutch E . One on sprocket type chain tightener - beater drive chain F .
Listed below are the decals on your Forage Box . These decals may be ordered individually by part number or by ordering a complete set . ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1494A Warning - Do Not Operate H&S HD 7+4 (2) Warning - Do Not Remove Shields 1494K Engage 5696E Warning - Help Avoid Injury 56713...
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DECAL LOCATION CC E BB B X F G W Y H -26-...
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WIRING CODE White - Ground Yellow - LH Flashing & Turn Signal Green - RH Flashing & Turn Signal Brown - Tail Lamp Red - Tail Lamp (Flash LH/RH) FIGURE A H D 7+4 FORAGE BOX LIGHTING ASSEMBLY ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION S308 Rubber Light Mount...
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FIGURE 8 BOX COMPONENTS ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION S142 14’ Roof Sill Front Section S428 20’ Apron Chain Side Spacer S143 16’ Roof Sill Front Section S489 21’ Apron Chain Side Spacer S470 17’ Roof Sill Front Section S507 22’...
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FIGURE 9 TIE DOWN KIT ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION 12V45 1/2’’ x 1-1/2’’ GR .5 Bolt 1/2’’ Flat Washer 1/2’’ Top Lock Nut GR .5 S322 1/4’’ Chain 30-1/4’’ Long S323 Tie Down Bracket Tie Down Kit (Complete) NOTE: * (Means Not Shown) -44-...
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FIGURE 10 PTO PARTS HD NEEDLE BEARING PTO ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION S372 PTO Assembly Complete S373 Machine Half PTO W/Shield S374 End Yoke - Machine Half S375 “W’’ Repair Kit S376 Yoke and Tube 24N26 Bearing Retainer S206 Nylon Bearing S397 Inner Guard Includes Cent .
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ALL PARTS ALL PARTS #1 THRU #8 FIGURE 12 OPTIONAL HYDRAULIC DRIVE ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION S382 Top Motor Hanger S383 Bottom Motor Hanger 17G141 3/8’’ x 1’’ Bolt 3/8’’ Nut 12V66 5/16’’ x 1-1/4’’ GR .5 Bolt T116 5/16’’ Nut 3G22 5/16’’...
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FIGURE 13 OPTIONAL FRONT HYDRAULIC DRIVE (2000 SERIES) ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION S382 Top Motor Hanger S383 Bottom Motor Hanger 17G141 3/8’’ x 1-1/4’’ GR . 5 Bolt 3/8’’ Nut T116 5/16’’ Nut 12V66 5/16’’ x 3/4” Bolt 3G22 5/16’’ x 1-3/4’’ Expansion Pin S411 Secondary Drive S460...
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ORDERING PARTS All service parts should be ordered through your authorized H&S dealer. They will be able to give you faster service if you will provide them with the following Model & Serial number is located in the front center of the box. All reference to left or right apply to the Super Duty as viewed from the rear.