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Owner’s Manual Tie Grabber Series Read and understand the manual. This manual provides information and MADE IN THE USA procedures to safely operate and maintain the Tie-Grabber.
1.3 Warranty Norden Mfg LLC provides a warranty for 2 years from time of purchase against all Mfg defects and any normal wear. All accidental breakage will be the responsibility of the customer to repair.
1.9 Disposal of Equipment at End of Useful Life The Norden Mfg LLC Tie Grabber has been designed the left side of the twine box. for the specific purpose of arranging bales into 1.6 Specifications groups.
CAUTION Norden Mfg LLC cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a potential hazard. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, The warnings in this manual and on the product are, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate therefore, not all-inclusive.
Pinch point hazard Maintain safety signs Pinch point hazard Place in park Overturn hazard Remove key Tip over hazard Stop engine STOP Hose damage hazard Visibility Explosive separation hazard Check/Maintain fluid levels High pressure fluid hazard Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
Always review the “controls” section of the machine’s operator’s manual to be familiar with the location, settings, and function of the controls. Be familiar with all controls before using this unit. 2.9 Machine’s Safety Device Requirements Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
Approved Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) or ROPS cab and seat belt. If you do not understand any information in this manual, see your dealer or contact Norden Mfg LLC Machine Safety Devices; Slow Moving Vehicle before proceeding. (SMV) emblem, lighting, PTO master shield.
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Hydraulic Safety Refer to “Hydraulic Safety” on page 16 for safety recommandations related to general hydraulics. All applicable safety recommendations in other sections should also be followed. Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
This sign-off sheet is provided for your records to show that all personnel who will be working with the equipment have read and understand the information in this operation and parts manual and have been instructed in the operation of the equipment. Sign-Off Form Date User’s Signature Owner’s Signature Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
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Item Type Description WARNING Read the manual WARNING No riders DANGER Pinch point CAUTION Twine threading instructions INFORMATIONAL Serial number INFORMATIONAL Made in the USA INFORMATIONAL Fork lift lifting point Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
3. If the unit is missing a label or one is 5. Labels are available from your authorized dealer or unreadable, replace the label before using the unit. from Norden Mfg LLC at no charge. For replacement decals, contact: 3.2 Safety Signs and Labels...
2. Check the tire pressures on the tractor or loader and correct if necessary. 4.3 Highway and Transport Operations 3. Make sure the unit is securly attached to the tractor SAFETY or loader. Always inspect the unit and the bracket for INSTRUCTIONS Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
This can High-Pressure Fluid Hazard be done by cycling the unit a few times before starting to use the unit. Explosive Separation Hazard Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
1. Connect the lines from Port F and Port E into one liftarms of the machine raise or lower the unit. circuit on the machine. Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
If at any point the user wishes to change from one The operating direction of the machine’s controls system to the other, Norden Mfg LLC should be should be set to the end user’s preference. contacted to supply the OEM part. Once you have NOTICE Check the machine’s hydraulic reservoir, after...
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6ft lead. 9.b. Or for many skid steers you can use an adapter kit from Skid Steer Genius (skidsteergenius.com). 10. Reconnect the unit to the machine following the steps in the two hose method. NOTICE Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from rotating parts. 3’ Do not place hands, fingers, or arms between moving parts. Stay away from overhead power lines. Electrocution can occur without direct contact. KN408-84 Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
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Stop the machine on flat ground before leaving 6. Thread the twine through the needle assembly (6). the machine and/or continuing the twine 7. Tie the end of the twine to one of the frame threading operation, always make sure the Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
Check the twine box for twine to prevent down time in the field and the need to rethread the twine arm and the needle. 8.3 Tie Grabber Operation NOTE: In a two circuit system any reference to the Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
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9. Press and hold the button on the splitter handle while operating the lever/control for the hydraulic circuit, until the twine arm returns to its retracted Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
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Used as feed line for one circuit 1009680 squeeze in two circuit system system Used as feed-line for hook/ 1009680 Used as feed line for one circuit 1009680 squeeze in two circuit system system Plug 1016480 Plug 1016480 Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
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SV1 Adjusts when squeeze moves after 1009010 hook release SV2 Adjusts when hooks start to grab 1009010 bales, after the squeeze arm is in CV1 Check valve, non-adjustable 1009670 CV2 Check valve, non-adjustable 1009670 Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
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To twine arm motor left 1009680 To squeeze retract 1009680 To squeeze retract 1009680 To hooks extend 1009680 To hooks extend 1009680 To squeeze extend 1009680 To squeeze extend 1009680 To hooks retract 1009680 To hooks retract 1009680 Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
For example, when the squeeze arm clamps onto the bales, the pressure builds and then the sequence valve directs the flow to the bale hooks which low- Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
Grabber back in service. Keep hands and fingers away from rotating and/or mating parts to prevent injury. The NV port on the manifold has one of the flow Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
3. Cycle the knotter and recheck the knife arm 10.2 Knife Arm position. The knife arm should be adjusted to allow bill hook Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
4. If the tucker finger (2) does not push the twine far enough into the knotter, the bill hook finger (5) will not Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
High-Pressure Fluid Hazard death. DO NOT use your bare hand to check for potential leaks. Always use a board or cardboard when checking for a leak. Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
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American Welding Society (AWS) Standards death. If fluid is injected into your skin, it and all guidance given by Norden Mfg LLC should be must be treated immediately by a doctor familiar followed.
If the mechanic cannot see potential problems, or is unaware of the signs of potential problems, the service may be a costly waste of time. Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
Remove any excess grease with a rag so that it will clean it not collect chaff or twine, causing the knotter to jam. 11.7 Chain Lubrication Lubricate the chains with a light chain oil. Cycle the chains. Reapply oil as needed. Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
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Lubricate the chains. Grease all points. Lubricate the plunger on the flow control valve. Refer to Page 35. Remove the twine from the twine arm and the knotter. Follow the storage proses found on Page Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
Most of the hoses have a Female JIC Flare Swivel End (6G-6FJX) and can be made locally, 1" 1320 order from a dealer, or from Norden Mfg. LLC. Once a replacement hose has been obtained it can be Valve Torque Requirements reconnected to the port noted before.
Therefore, do not grease or oil bolts or cap screws unless otherwise specified in this manual when using locking elements, increase torque values by 5%. 13. Storage Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
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Only adjust the valve 1/4 turn at a time. Test the speed between each adjustment. NOTE: Adjusting the valve in the counter clockwise direction more than a quarter turn at a time can result in the arm moving very quickly. Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
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Twine ends of knot Knife blade is Replace the knife Remove the damaged or broken knife frayed or uneven damaged or missing blade blade. Attach the new knife blade. Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
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Remove the twine Twine disks are from the twine disks jammed Twine is breaking Twine Tension is to Adjust the twine Follow the instructions in the “Twine high tensioner springs Tensioner” section 9.10 on page 30. Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
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1008800 3/8" Hose Clamp Body 1008810 3/8" Hose Clamp Cover Plate 1008790 5/16" x 1 3/8" Hex Bolt Grade 5 1007620 1/4" x 1" Bolt Grade 5 1003560 Rubber Bumper 1006070 1/4" Nylock Nut Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
U-bolt, 5/16"-18 1-3/8" ID 1013800 2.75x2x0.060 Shim 1006080 5/16 Nylock Nut 1010940 Knotter Stop Spring 1012750 Twine Catcher, 38'' * Parts not shown in diagram 1008780 Twine Arm Shaft 1007430 7/16" x 3.5" bolt Grade 5 Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
15.9 Knotter Main Assembly Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
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1- Threaded rod 1/4" 1- 1/4"-28 Nut) 1010770 Tucker Finger Spring 1006300 3/8" x 3/4" Carriage Bolt Grade 5 1010880 5/16" x 0.75" Carriage Bolt Grade 5 * Parts not shown in diagram Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
Large Sprocket For HYD Motor * Parts not shown in diagram 1016290 6MJ-10MB90 Adapter 1007270 7/16"-14 x 1.25" Hex Bolt Grade 5 1010310 7/16" x 1.5" Grade 5 Bolt 1006330 3/8 16 x 0.75 Serrated Flange Bolt Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...
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NOTES Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 Tie Grabber...