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Miller AG-BAG G6060 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODELS: G6060, G6070
DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT UNTIL THIS
MANUAL HAS BEEN READ AND UNDERSTOOD.
Part Number: 42.0900893F
February 2013
MILLER-ST.NAZIANZ,INC.
P.O. BOX 127
ST. NAZIANZ, WI 54232
920/773-2121
FAX:920/773-1200

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODELS: G6060, G6070 DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT UNTIL THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN READ AND UNDERSTOOD. Part Number: 42.0900893F February 2013 MILLER-ST.NAZIANZ,INC. P.O. BOX 127 ST. NAZIANZ, WI 54232 920/773-2121 FAX:920/773-1200...
  • Page 2 INTRODUCTION This Operator's Manual is provided to acquaint the operator with the safety and operation of the Miller Ag- Bag G6060 and G6070 bagger. Complete Assembly, Operation, Lubrication and Maintenance procedures are provided. Following the recommended procedures will help you achieve many years of dependable service.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents AG-BAGGER CHECK LISTS ......................4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................5 Power Source Shutdown Procedure ..................... 5 SAFETY DECALS ..........................8 Reflective Decals ........................12 AG-BAGGER COMPONENT LOCATIONS ..................13 SET-UP AND ASSEMBLY ........................ 14 Assemble Bag Boom ........................14 Assemble Tunnel Extension ......................
  • Page 4 Table of Contents - continued LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE ....................58 Tire Air Pressure ......................... 58 Wheel Lug Nut Torque ........................ 58 Rotor Bearings ..........................58 Cable Drum Shaft Bearings ......................59 Upper Conveyor Apron Shaft Bearings (Split Conveyor) ............59 Upper Conveyor Apron Shaft Bearings (Single Conveyor) ............
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  • Page 6 Ag-Bagger Check Lists Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists (customer and dealer copies) follow this page. Customer copies can remain with this manual. Dealer copies can be removed along perforation and remain with dealer.
  • Page 7 G6060 / G6070 Ag-Baggers Dealer Pre-Delivery Check List After the Bagger has been completely set-up, the following inspections Must be made before delivery to the customer. Check off each item after prescribed action is taken.   No parts of the unit have been damaged in Wheels are properly attached and tires are shipment.
  • Page 8 G6060 / G6070 Ag-Baggers Delivery Check List The following check list is an important reminder of valuable information that MUST be passed on to the customer at the time the unit is delivered. Check off each item as you explain it to the customer.
  • Page 9 G6060 / G6070 Ag-Baggers Dealer Pre-Delivery Check List After the Bagger has been completely set-up, the following inspections Must be made before delivery to the customer. Check off each item after prescribed action is taken.   No parts of the unit have been damaged in Wheels are properly attached and tires are shipment.

  • Page 10: Ag-Bagger Check Lists

    G6060 / G6070 Ag-Baggers Delivery Check List The following check list is an important reminder of valuable information that MUST be passed on to the customer at the time the unit is delivered. Check off each item as you explain it to the customer.

  • Page 11: Safety Precautions

    In addition, MAKE SURE that every individual who operates or works with this equip- ment, whether family member or employee, is familiar with these safety precautions. Miller- St. Nazianz provides guards for exposed moving parts for the operator’s protection; however, some areas cannot be guarded or shielded in order to assure proper operation.
  • Page 12 Safety Precautions - continued Know how to stop bagger operation BEFORE starting it. BE ALERT for people and/or animals in front of or around machine, before you start operat- ing the machine. DO NOT enter the conveyor or hopper when machine is operating. KEEP hands, feet and clothing away from conveyor when operating.
  • Page 13 Safety Precautions - continued ALWAYS follow state and local regulations regarding use of a safety chain, slow moving vehicle signs and transport lighting, when towing farm equipment on public highways. ONLY operate the bagger on level ground. BE SURE the tractor is in NEUTRAL and the parking brake released before beginning any bagging operation.

  • Page 14: Safety Decals

    Safety Decals The decals are for your protection. If your safety decals are not readable or are missing, con- tact your dealer for replacements. 16.20181 Warning (Located on side of upper conveyor deflector) 16.20179 Warning (Located on side of conveyor under drive chain guard) 340248B1 Caution (Located on top side of hitch...
  • Page 15 Safety Decals - continued 16.20178 Warning (Located on control side of hopper) 21.09024 Warning (Located on frame above 01.77800 Warning hand pump) (Located on top of PTO shield) WARNING NO STEP 16.20177 Danger (Located on each side of PTO shield)
  • Page 16 Safety Decals - continued DANGER MOVING CONVEYOR KEEP AWAY DURING OPERATION DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE SERVICING FAILURE TO HEED WILL RESULT IN DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY 42-0900821 42.0900821 Danger (Located on each side of conveyor) 42.0900822 Warning 42.0900820 Danger (Lo- (Located on frame tube below cated on front and side each cable drum) of hopper)
  • Page 17 Safety Decals - continued Underside of PTO Shield 333532B2 Warning (Located on hitch tube between gearbox and hydraulic oil reservoir) 16.20179 Warning Under Rotor Drive Chain Shield 42.0900837 Important (Located next to each rotor bearing grease fitting) 42.0900823 Important (Located on frame next to wheel mount closest to hopper)

  • Page 18: Reflective Decals

    Safety Decals - continued 42.0901739 Important (Located on frame tube below each cable drum) Reflective Decals Yellow Reflectors 907220 Yellow Reflector 907220 Yellow Reflector Red Reflectors and SMV Sign 907225 SMV 907219 Red 907219 Red Sign Reflector Reflector...

  • Page 19: Ag-Bagger Component Locations

    Ag-Bagger Component Locations Bag Boom Bag Cradle Tunnel Back Stop Right Side Tail Lights Cable Drum Left Side Tow Hitch Conveyor Rotor Drive Lift Jack Hopper Cover Jack Stand PTO Driveline PTO Shield Bagger Shown In Transport Configuration...

  • Page 20: Set-Up And Assembly

    Set-Up And Assembly Assemble Bag Boom Lift the bag boom up into position above the pivot tube. Place the brass spacer onto the pivot end of the bag boom and lower the pivot shaft into the pivot tube on the bagger. Grease both grease fittings after assembly and rotate bag boom back and forth to distribute the grease evenly.

  • Page 21: Assemble Bag Pan

    Assemble Bag Pan Place the bag pan under the tunnel. Line up the holes in the bag pan mounts with the mount- ing holes in the bag pan tabs under and to the backside of the tunnel. Be sure the bag pan mounts are to the outside of each mounting tab under and to the backside of the tunnel.

  • Page 22: Prepare The Backstop

    Prepare the Backstop For ease of lacing the backstop, stand the backstop up and support with the backstop feet supplied with the bagger. Lace the backstop Use the rope supplied with the bagger. Start in the upper corner of the frame. Make sure you find the middle of the rope, Do Not cut the rope.
  • Page 23 Fasten the backstop slings. Fasten the backstop slings to the sides of the backstop. Make sure you connect both sides of each sling. Attach the sling to the backstop bracket using the 5/8 x 5” hardware (nuts and bolts) for steel backstop or 3/4 x 7-1/2”...

  • Page 24: Operation

    Operation Pre-Operation Checklist The pre-operation check list is provided for both personal safety and maintaining the mechanical condition of the bagger. Make sure each item on the list is checked prior to operating the bagger each time.  The tractor is properly sized to operate the bagger. Refer to the “Machine Specifications” section.

  • Page 25: Set The Backstop In Position

    Set The Backstop In Position WARNING Backstop is heavy. Use care when moving backstop. Place the bagger where the bag will begin. Release the cable drum brake pressure by opening the needle valve and the hand pump valve. Needle Valve Hand Pump Pump Valve Unhook the backstop slings from the cables.
  • Page 26 Reassemble the bolt and nut into the support feet tabs. Remove the support feet from the pockets in the tunnel. Insert the support feet into the pockets on the backstop with the tabs to the rear of the backstop. The feet will help hold the backstop in the upright position. NOTE: After two loads are placed in the bag, remove the feet from the backstop and continue bag- ging.

  • Page 27: Changing Wheels And Hitch To Bagging Position

    Changing Wheels and Hitch To Bagging Position NOTE: Backstop must be placed at the starting location of the bag, but bagger must be on a level site to move wheels and hitch. Remove the backstop from the transport position. Remove the support feet from the lower part of the tunnel.
  • Page 28 Lower the jack stand next to the hydraulic reservoir down to the ground. Pin the jack stand in this position using the upper most hole. Be sure to insert the pin completely and secure in place. Crank the lift jack up until the wheel at the front of the bagger lifts off the ground. Pull the retaining pin and remove the wheel assembly from the mounting socket.
  • Page 29 Moving Tow Hitch To Bagging Position Crank the lift jack up and remove lift jack from the tow hitch. Remove the hair pin and retaining pin holding the tow hitch in the transport position. Using the grab handles, slide the tow hitch out of the transport socket location. Relocate the tow hitch to the hitch socket located directly below the gearbox.

  • Page 30: Hook Tractor To Tow Hitch

    Hook Tractor To Tow Hitch Crank the lift jack up or down to make the tow hitch match up with the tractor drawbar. Back the tractor up to the tow hitch, be sure the tractor is in a straight line with the bagger. Line up the hitch pin holes in the tractor drawbar and bagger hitch and insert the hitch pin and hair pin.
  • Page 31 Attach the PTO shaft to the splined shaft of the gearbox. Be sure the PTO shaft is completely locked into place. Push the locking ring toward the gearbox to release the locks and push all the way on. Release the locking ring to lock in place. Pull back on the PTO shaft to be sure it is locked in place.

  • Page 32: Connect Hydraulic Lines (Units Without Hydraulic Package)

    Connect Hydraulic Lines (Units without hydraulic package) WARNING AVOID high pressure fluids. Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure can pen- etrate the skin causing serious injury. Refer to your tractor operators manual for hydraulic port locations and operation. Clean the hose couplers and tractor ports. Connect the hose couplers to the correct tractor ports.

  • Page 33: Bag Identification

    Bag Identification Remember to use only Genuine Ag-Bag ® bags. They are designed to fit and function properly. Locate the bag size indicated on the box. Make sure you are using the correct size for your bagger. Locate the arrow on the side of the box. It should be pointing toward the bagger. IMPORTANT: Be sure to select the best surface for bag placement.

  • Page 34: Bag Installation

    Bag Installation NOTE: Remember to use only bags that are the proper size for your model. Retaining Pin Retaining Pin To gain room at the right side of the tunnel when working with the bag and bag pan, the light mounting arm on the tunnel side can be unpinned and raised up out of the way.
  • Page 35 CAUTION Caution should be used when moving bags. Weight of bags can be over 400 pounds depending on size of bag. Unfold the bag, lift the top half of the bag and place it on the bag cradle. Using the winch on the bag boom, raise the bag up.
  • Page 36 Install the bungee cords. Bungee cords are supplied with bagger. a. Lay the tunnel bungee cord over the tunnel. b. Connect the ends of the tunnel bungee cord to the bag pan hooks on each side of the tun- nel. c.

  • Page 37: Seal The Beginning End Of The Bag

    Seal The Beginning End Of The Bag Pull enough bag to apply the seal. Pull from the inside folds, not the outside folds (white on the outside, black on the inside). Make sure you pull the bag under the bag bungee cord. Seal the end of the bag using one of the two following methods: ®...

  • Page 38: Attaching The Backstop

    Attaching The Backstop Make sure the backstop is where you intend to start your bag. Back the bagger up next to the backstop. The backstop should be aligned with the tunnel opening and 1 to 2 feet behind the tunnel. NOTE: The backstop support feet can remain in the backstop pockets for the first two loads.

  • Page 39: Lower Conveyor To Operating Position

    Lower Conveyor to Operating Position. Conveyor Lowering/Raising (Manual) Using the hand winch on the side of the conveyor, slightly raise the conveyor to remove pres- sure on the transport lock. Pull and rotate the transport lock to release the conveyor. Lower the conveyor down to the operating position with the hand winch.
  • Page 40 Conveyor Lowering/Raising (Hydraulic) The tractor PTO must be engaged before operating the hydraulic conveyor raising/lowering control. Lower the conveyor down to the operating position by pushing the hydraulic control lever away from you. The control lever will return to the center (neutral) position when released. Pulling the control lever toward you will raise the conveyor.

  • Page 41: Bagging Operation

    Bagging Operation Begin Bagging DANGER To avoid serious injury, DO NOT climb on or in bagger or conveyor while in operation. Falling into machine will result in serious injury or death. Instruct all unloading personnel how to communicate with the bagger operator. Using the hydraulic hand pump, set the cable drum brake pressure between 400 - 450 psi (pump valve must be closed and needle valve must be open to pump up brake pressure).
  • Page 42 Start unloading product onto the conveyor. The person operating the unloading equipment should watch that the conveyor or hopper does not get over loaded. Unloading equipment should be run accordingly. IMPORTANT: Remove the support feet from the backstop after the first two loads. If support feet are left in the backstop pockets, damage to the support feet and/or pockets may result.

  • Page 43: Remove Bagger From Bag

    Remove Bagger From Bag Tunnel Clean Out Using the release valve or valves on the hydraulic hand pump, slightly release the cable brake pressure and move the bagger forward about five feet. Set the tractor brakes. Send more product through the hopper to help loosen the packed product inside the tun- nel.

  • Page 44: Venting The Bag

    Venting The Bag Immediately after the bag is sealed a vent must be installed to remove the gases produced by the product. A reusable vent valve and vent tool are available from your Ag-Bag dealer. Reusable Vent Valve Part Number 42.1500893 Vent Installation Tool Part Number 42.1500568 Insert the vent valve as follows: Remove the cover from the vent cutter tool.

  • Page 45: Changing Bagger To Transport Position

    Changing Bagger To Transport Position Raise Conveyor Up For Transport (Manual) Using the hand winch on the side of the conveyor, raise the conveyor all the way up. Rotate the transport lock and allow it to seat itself in the locking hole of the conveyor. IMPORTANT: When raising the conveyor, rotate the transport lock to the lock position.
  • Page 46 Clean Out The Tunnel WARNING DO NOT lubricate, adjust and/or service this machine unless the POWER SOURCE SHUT DOWN PROCEDURE (page 5) has been exercised. Disengage the tractor PTO. Remove excess product from the tunnel. If this has been your last bag, prepare the bagger for storage.
  • Page 47 Rotate the lift jack down into the lifting position and pin into place. Use the lift jack to lift the hitch of the bagger off the tractor drawbar. Remove the hitch pin from the bagger hitch once the hitch plates are clear of the drawbar. When all disconnections have been made, drive the tractor away from the bagger.
  • Page 48 Use he lift jack to raise this end of the bagger up until wheel assembly is off the ground. Remove the retaining pin and remove the wheel assembly from this location. Crank the lift jack down until the wheel assembly can be inserted into the wheel socket inside the tunnel. Insert the retaining pin and secure in place with the hair pin.
  • Page 49 Move The Second Wheel Leave the lift jack off the tow hitch before removing the tow hitch from the hitch socket. Remove the hair pin and retaining pin holding the tow hitch in the hitch socket. Using the grab handles, slide the tow hitch out of the hitch socket. Relocate the tow hitch to the hitch tube.
  • Page 50 Remove the retaining pin and remove the wheel assembly from the wheel socket next to the tow hitch. Tow Hitch Wheel Socket Lower the tow hitch down with the lift jack until the wheel assembly can be inserted into the wheel socket at the front of the bagger.
  • Page 51 Secure Backstop To Tunnel Place the backstop support feet into the sockets inside the tunnel. Secure the support feet in place. Connect the slings to the backstop and the cables. Using the bag boom, lift the backstop up and place in the ears of the support feet. Secure the backstop to the support feet with the existing hardware.

  • Page 52: Ag-Bagging Instructions

    Ag-Bagging Instructions Read and follow these procedures for proper bagging of product as well as feed out rates and bag placement. The Crop a. Maturity (pre-bloom) b. Moisture Level (60 to 65 percent target) c. Crop Length (legumes and grasses 3/4” corn silage 1/2” unless using a kernal processor, then see manufacturer’s recommendations).
  • Page 53 Bagging Pressure (Cable Drum Brakes) When filling the bag, it should not be stretched more than 2” above the tunnel nor should the bag push against the cables. Less brake pressure is required when: a. Bagging uphill b. Bagging with a large tractor c.
  • Page 54 Sealing and Venting - Very Important As soon as the bag is filled seal the finished end of the bag as outlined with the Master Seal instruc- tions. The sooner oxygen is sealed out, the sooner the fermentation process can begin. It is very important to vent the bag after sealing.

  • Page 55: Bag Information

    Bag Information Approx Tons/Bag Tons/Bag Tons/Bag Bushels Per 28-30% Bag (Based Bag Size Alfalfa Earlage Shelled Corn On 56# Bushel) 8’ x 100’ 80-90 — 8’ x 150’ 120-140 3,825 8’ x 200’ 170-190 5,294 9’ x 135’ 140-160 4,411 9’...
  • Page 56 Bagging Surface WARNING Do not bag on a hillside. Tip-over or bag roll could result. Bag up hill rather than down hill. Avoid bagging on a hillside. The bagger can drift and the bag may roll. Surface conditions may affect bagging quality and ability. Soft ground conditions will act as a brake and may cause the bagger to sink.
  • Page 57 Product Moisture Refer to the “3M’s of Silage” supplement available from your Ag-Bag dealer for more detailed infor- mation on product moisture levels. Moisture levels play an important part of product quality. Dry Product Dry product makes a lumpy bag. Long dry chop is hard on the bagger. Remember when trying to make good haylage, dry feeds have more resistance.

  • Page 58: Adjustments

    Adjustments Conveyor Chain - Single Chain Conveyor Tension Check WARNING DO NOT lubricate, adjust and/or service this machine unless the POWER SOURCE SHUT DOWN PROCEDURE (page 5) has been exercised. At the midway point of the conveyor lift the chain up. Chain should be able to be lifted 2 inches. If chain is too tight or too loose adjust as follows: a.

  • Page 59: Conveyor Chain - Split Conveyor

    Conveyor Chain - Split Conveyor Tension Check WARNING DO NOT lubricate, adjust and/or service this machine unless the POWER SOURCE SHUT DOWN PROCEDURE (page 5) has been exercised. At the midway point of the conveyor lift the two middle strands of the chains up. Chains should be able to be lifted 2 inches.
  • Page 60 WARNING DO NOT operate the bagger unless all guards are secured in place. Moving parts inside could cause serious injury or death. If the long conveyor chain is still loose, adjust the upper drive shaft as follows: Open the conveyor drive chain guard at the top of the conveyor. Loosen the idler on the conveyor drive chain.

  • Page 61: Conveyor Drive Chain (Split Conveyor Only)

    Conveyor Drive Chain (Split Conveyor Only) Tension Check and Adjustment WARNING DO NOT lubricate, adjust and/or service this machine unless the POWER SOURCE SHUT DOWN PROCEDURE (page 5) has been exercised. Open the conveyor drive chain guard at the top of the conveyor. Measure the chain deflec- tion at a mid point between the sprockets on the lower part of the chain.

  • Page 62: Hydraulic Pump Drive Chain (Self Contained Hydraulics Only)

    Hydraulic Pump Drive Chain (Self Contained Hydraulics Only) Tension Check and Adjustment WARNING DO NOT lubricate, adjust and/or service this machine unless the POWER SOURCE SHUT DOWN PROCEDURE (page 5) has been exercised. The hydraulic pump drive chain is located between the hydraulic oil reservoir and the gearbox. The gearbox shaft guard must be tipped up to gain access to the chain.

  • Page 63: Rotor Drive Chain

    Rotor Drive Chain Tension Check and Adjustment WARNING DO NOT lubricate, adjust and/or service this machine unless the POWER SOURCE SHUT DOWN PROCEDURE (page 5) has been exercised. The tensioner for the rotor chain is spring loaded. Check to be sure the tensioner is maintaining proper tension on the chain.

  • Page 64: Lubrication And Maintenance

    Lubrication And Maintenance Tire Air Pressure Interval: Daily Check and maintain the proper air pressure. Check the air pressure daily. Maintain the following pressures: LT 235/85R x 16 ........... Pressure Cold 80 psi LT 265/75R x 16 ........... Pressure Cold 80 psi Wheel Lug Nut Torque Torque each wheel lug nut per the specifications below.

  • Page 65: Cable Drum Shaft Bearings

    Cable Drum Shaft Bearings Interval: Daily WARNING DO NOT lubricate, adjust and/or service this machine unless the POWER SOURCE SHUT DOWN PROCEDURE (page 5) has been exercised. Wipe off each fitting before attaching the grease gun. Grease each bearing. Wipe off excess grease when finished.

  • Page 66: Upper Conveyor Apron Shaft Bearings (Single Conveyor)

    Upper Conveyor Apron Shaft Bearings (Single Conveyor) Interval: Daily WARNING DO NOT lubricate, adjust and/or service this machine unless the POWER SOURCE SHUT DOWN PROCEDURE (page 5) has been exercised. Wipe off the fitting before attaching the grease gun. Grease each bearing. Wipe off excess grease when finished.

  • Page 67: Lower Conveyor Apron Shaft Bearings

    Lower Conveyor Apron Shaft Bearings Interval: Daily WARNING DO NOT lubricate, adjust and/or service this machine unless the POWER SOURCE SHUT DOWN PROCEDURE (page 5) has been exercised. Wipe off the fitting before attaching the grease gun. Grease each bearing. Wipe off excess grease when finished.

  • Page 68: Pto Shaft

    PTO Shaft Interval: Daily Wipe off the fittings before attaching the grease gun. Grease each u-joint and the sheer plates. Wipe off excess grease when finished. Apply a coating of grease to the slide tube inside the PTO shaft at a monthly interval. U-Joint &...

  • Page 69: Wheel Bearings

    Wheel Bearings Interval: Annually For Non Highway Use For Highway Use Check Wheel Bearings Monthly Type of Grease: Use a good grade of Lithium Base Wheel Bearing Grease. Carefully raise and support each wheel as repacking is performed. Remove the hub from the spindle and wipe old grease from all components. Inspect the inner and outer cups in the hub for signs of wear.

  • Page 70: Rotor Drive Chain

    Rotor Drive Chain Interval: Once Per Bag With the bagger idling, oil the rotor drive chain through the two round holes located in the top of the rotor drive chain guard. Oil both drive chains completely. Oil Rotor Drive Chains Here Hydraulic Pump Drive Chain (Self Contained Hydraulics Only) Interval: Once Per Bag With the bagger idling, oil the hydraulic pump drive chain through the round hole located in the top...

  • Page 71: Conveyor Drive Chain (Split Conveyor Only)

    Conveyor Drive Chain (Split Conveyor Only) Interval: Once Per Bag WARNING DO NOT lubricate, adjust and/or service this machine unless the POWER SOURCE SHUT DOWN PROCEDURE (page 5) has been exercised. With the conveyor shut off, open the guard at the top of the split conveyor. Oil as much chain as possible.

  • Page 72: Hydraulic Oil (Self Contained Hydraulics Only)

    Hydraulic Oil (Self Contained Hydraulics Only) Level Check Interval: Daily Maintain the oil level in the main hydraulic oil reservoir at a point approximately 2 - 3 inches below the top of the reservoir. Clean area around the breather cap, remove the cap and check the level. If oil is low, add ISO Grade 68 hydraulic oil as needed.
  • Page 73 Drain the hydraulic oil from the main reservoir. Place a suitable container below the sprocket on the main reservoir. Remove one of the lower pump flange mounting bolts. Drain the reser- voir completely. Pump Flange Remove One Of These Bolts Apply teflon tape thread sealant to the threads of the bolt.
  • Page 74 Fill reservoirs with oil Refill with ISO Grade 68 Hydraulic Oil. The total hydraulic oil reservoir capacity is 19 gallons with an auxiliary reservoir. Remove the breather/fill cap from the main hydraulic oil reservoir. Fill the main reservoir with 10 gallons of ISO Grade 68 hydraulic oil. The oil level should be 2-3 inches below the top of the tank.

  • Page 75: Hydraulic Oil Filter (Self Contained Hydraulics Only)

    Hydraulic Oil Filter (Self Contained Hydraulics Only) Interval: Annually or Whenever Hydraulic Oil Is Changed Thoroughly clean the area around the hydraulic oil filter head. Remove the oil filter from the filter head. Clean the sealing surface of the filter head. Lightly oil the gasket on the new filter.
  • Page 76 Change Gearbox Oil Remove the rotor drive chain guard from the front of the hopper. Place a suitable container under the drain plug located on the underside of the gearbox. Re- move the plug and allow all oil to drain from the gearbox. After all oil is drained, replace the drain plug and tighten securely.

  • Page 77: Cable Drum Brake Pads

    Cable Drum Brake Pads Replace as needed If the cable drum brakes begin to lose the ability to hold the cable drums at the pressure required, the brake pads need to be replaced. Replace both pads on the cable drum. Relieve the pressure in the brake system by opening the needle valve and the pump valve at the hand pump.

  • Page 78: Rotor Tooth Tine Caps

    Rotor Tooth Tine Caps Replace as needed WARNING DO NOT lubricate, adjust and/or service this machine unless the POWER SOURCE SHUT DOWN PROCEDURE (page 5) has been exercised. Shut off the tractor, remove the ignition key and remove the PTO shaft from the tractor. Periodically check the wear of the rotor tooth tine caps.

  • Page 79: Cables

    Cables Interval: Once Per Bag IMPORTANT: Always wear gloves when handling or working with cables. Check the cables at the end of each bag before the tension is released. Check each cable for frayed spots, kinks, broken strands or thin spots. Check the cable ends making sure the cable is not pulled from the sleeve.

  • Page 80: Hydraulic Hand Pump

    Hydraulic Hand Pump Interval: As Required If the hand pump is low on oil and does not maintain the ability to pump correct pressure, the reser- voir on the pump needs to be refilled. IMPORTANT: Use only hydraulic oil in the hand pump. DO NOT use brake fluid in this sys- tem.

  • Page 81: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Rotor stops rotating, PTO Shear bolt on PTO shaft bro- Replace shear bolt. shaft continues to turn. ken. Check for and remove ob- struction from hopper. Check for further damage. Conveyor apron slows Build up of product around Open clean out door and down or stops.

  • Page 82: Troubleshooting (Continued)

    Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Cause Solution Multiple folds of bag are Bag pan does not have proper Tie knots in the bungee sliding off tunnel. tension. cords until proper spacing is obtained (about 3/4 inch) between bag pan and tunnel floor. Tunnel bungee cord not prop- Check bungee installation.

  • Page 83: Storage

    Storage Before placing the bagger into storage. Remove any product or acidic juices which will cause corrosion. Open the clean out door at the lower end of the conveyor and thoroughly clean out any prod- uct. Close the clean out door when complete. Clean out the inoculant applicator (if so equipped).

  • Page 84: Torque Specifications

    Torque Specifications NOTE: Use these torque values when tightening hardware (excluding: locknuts and self tapping, thread forming and sheet metal screws) unless specified otherwise. All torque values are in lb-ft except those marked with an (*) which are lb-in (for metric torque value Nm, multiply lb-ft value by 1.355 or for lb-in multiply by 0.113).

  • Page 85: Tightening Hydraulic Fittings

    Tightening Hydraulic Fittings WARNING Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Relieve pressure before disconnecting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten all connections before applying pressure. Keep hands and body away from pin holes and nozzles which eject fluids under high pressure. Use a piece of card- board or paper to search for leaks.

  • Page 86: Machine Specifications

    Machine Specifications Width - Towing Model G6060 ......................8 ft. - 6 in Model G6070 ......................8 ft. - 6 in Width - Bagging Model G6060 ........................18 ft. Model G6070 ........................21 ft. Length - Towing Model G6060 ........................18 ft. Model G6070 ......................20 ft. - 10 in Maximum Height Model G6060 ..................

  • Page 87: Lubrication Specifications

    Lubrication Specifications Gearbox Type of Oil ....................75w90 Synthetic Oil Capacity ........................125 Oz. Hydraulic System Type Of Oil ..................ISO Grade 68 Hydraulic Oil Capacity ..................... 10 Gal (Model G6060) Capacity ..................... 19 Gal (Model G6070) Hand Pump Type Of Oil ....................Hydraulic Jack Oil Grease Type Of Grease .............
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  • Page 89: Machine Warranty

    Warranty Miller will replace, F.O.B. St. Nazianz, Wisconsin, or repair, as Miller elects, any part of a new 6000 Series Ag-Bagger which is defective in material or workmanship: Without charge for either parts or labor during the first year following delivery to the original retail customer.
  • Page 90 © 2013 by Miller-St. Nazianz, Inc.

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