Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: MX1012 Commercial Bagger DO NOT OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT UNTIL THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN READ AND UNDERSTOOD. Part Number: 42.0701919B March 2015 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 MX1012 Commercial 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 IMPORTANT REFERENCE NUMBERS ..................... 5 BAGGER CHECK LISTS ........................6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................7 General Safety Precautions ......................8 Maintenance Safety Precautions ....................10 Engine Safety Precautions ......................11 Electrical Safety Precautions ...................... 12 Wheels and Tires Safety Precautions ..................13 SAFETY SIGN AND DECAL LOCATIONS ..................
Page 4 Contents - continued Light Locations On Vehicle ......................44 Engine Data Link Connector ....................... 46 System Monitor Programming Port ..................... 46 Seat Adjustments ........................47 Bag Pan Up & Down Switches (#25 & 26) .................. 48 Bag Boom Winch Cable Up & Down Switches (#29 & 30) ............48 Wireless Bag Boom Winch Cable Controller (Early Production) ..........
Page 5 Contents - continued BAGGING PROCEDURE ......................... 74 Before Starting The Bagger ......................74 Bagger Start-Up Procedure ......................74 Filling The Bag ..........................76 Anchor Settings and Float ......................76 Removing The Bag ........................77 Venting The Bag ......................... 78 PREPARE THE BAGGER FOR TRANSPORT ................. 79 Feed Table ..........................
Page 6 Contents - continued ADJUSTMENTS ..........................118 Feed Table Drive Chain ......................118 Feed Table Belt ......................... 118 Lower Beater Bar Drive Chain ....................119 Brake Slack Adjusters ....................... 119 Setting Rotor Speed ......................... 120 Resetting Steering Sensors ...................... 121 MAINTENANCE ..........................122 Maintenance Schedule ......................
Page 7: Important Reference Numbers
Important Reference Numbers Fill in the important serial numbers and model numbers in the spaces below. These will be helpful when service or maintenance is required. Also listed below are the part numbers and quantities of the ﬁlters and belts for this unit. Model and Serial Numbers Bagger Model Number: __MX1012 Commercial_...
Page 8 Bagger Check Lists Delivery and Pre-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 9 Delivery Check List - Customer Copy The following list is an important reminder of valuable information, which 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 10 Pre-Delivery Check List - Customer Copy After the Miller Ag-Bag has been completely set up, check that it is in correct working order before delivery to the customer. The following is a list of points to inspect. Check off each item to verify the proper adjustments have been made and the item(s) is (are) operating satisfactorily.
Page 11 Delivery Check List - Dealer Copy The following list is an important reminder of valuable information, which 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 12: Bagger Check Lists
Pre-Delivery Check List - Dealer Copy After the Miller Ag-Bag has been completely set up, check that it is in correct working order before delivery to the customer. The following is a list of points to inspect. Check off each item to verify the proper adjustments have been made and the item(s) is (are) operating satisfactorily.
Page 13: 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; how- ever, some areas cannot be guarded or shielded in order to assure proper operation.
Page 14: General Safety Precautions
General Safety Precautions Read and understand all of the safety precautions and warnings before performing any repair. This list contains the general safety precautions that must be followed to provide personal safety. Special safety precautions are included in the procedures when they apply. Warning To avoid the potential of ﬁre, at least once during each day and at the end of the day, inspect and remove any trash and debris from the vehicle, especially...
Page 15 • To avoid personal injury, use a hoist or get assistance when lifting components that weigh 50 lbs (23 kg) or more. Make sure all lifting devices such as chains, hooks or slings are in good condition and are of the correct capacity. Make sure hooks are positioned correctly. Always use a spreader bar when necessary.
Page 16: Maintenance Safety Precautions
Maintenance Safety Precautions • Be sure there is plenty of ventilation. Do not operate the engine in an enclosed area. Exhaust fumes are dangerous and can cause death. • Before working on this machine, stop the vehicle, set the brakes, disengage all power driv- ers, shut off the engine and remove the ignition key.
Page 17: Engine Safety Precautions
Engine Safety Precautions • Read engine operation & maintenance manual before operating or servicing the engine. • Improper practices or carelessness can cause burns, cuts, mutilation, asphyxiation or other bodily injury or death. • Disconnect the battery (negative [-] cable ﬁrst, then the positive [+] cable) and discharge any capacitors before beginning any repair work.
Page 18: Electrical Safety Precautions
Electrical Safety Precautions • This machine and its systems are designed to operate off of a 12 volt DC power supply only. • Never operate this machine with a damaged electrical system. Disconnect from electrical supply if machine is not working properly. •...
Page 19: Wheels And Tires Safety Precautions
Wheels and Tires Safety Precautions • If a rim is leaking air, Do not weld on the rim! Do not put a tube in the tire! Do not use tire sealant in the tire! These types of repairs can allow the defect to propagate to the point that the rim could fail resulting in personal injury or severe damage to the bagger.
Page 20: Safety Sign And Decal Locations
Safety Sign and Decal Locations 42.0900821 (Ref #6) Moving Conveyor Danger 42.0900820 (Ref #7) Revolving Rotor Danger Inside Feed Table Wing Outside Feed Table Wing 42.0900821 (Ref #6) Moving Conveyor Danger 42.0900820 (Ref #7) Revolving Rotor Danger Inside Feed Table Wing Outside Feed Table Wing 21.09026 (Ref #5) Danger No Riders...
Page 21 Safety Sign and Decal Locations - continued 16.20181 (Ref #3) Warning Rotating Parts Inside Engine Cover Tunnel Side Lower Beater Guard 40.00472 (Ref #2) Warning Pinch Point 42.0900820 (Ref #7) Revolving Rotor Danger Hopper Side Plate Opera- Hopper Side Plate Engine tor Platform Side Side 40.00472 (Ref #2)
Page 22 Safety Sign and Decal Locations - continued 21.09026 (Ref #5) Danger No Riders Engine Platform Tunnel Side 21.09024 (Ref #1) High Pressure Warning Engine Cover Tunnel Side 16.20179 (Ref #8) Warning Shield Is Off Or Open On Engine Feed Table Side...
Page 23 Safety Sign and Decal Locations - continued 40.00472 (Ref #2) Warning Pinch Point On sides Of Tunnel Extension On sides Of Tunnel Extension (Lower) (Upper) 40.00472 (Ref #2) Warning Pinch Point 42.0900822 (Ref #9) Warning Moving Cable En- tanglement On Edge Of Tunnel (Engine On Edge Of Tunnel (Engine End) Platform End)
Page 24: Safety Signs
Safety Signs 40.00472 (Ref #2) Warning Pinch Point 21.09024 (Ref #1) 16.20181 (Ref #3) High Pressure Warning Warning Rotating Parts Inside 21.09026 21.09026 (Ref #5) Danger No Riders 21.09025 (Ref #4) Danger Pinch Point DANGER MOVING CONVEYOR KEEP AWAY DURING OPERATION DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE SERVICING FAILURE TO HEED WILL RESULT IN DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY...
Page 25 16.20179 (Ref #8) Warning Shield Is Off Or Open 42.0900822 (Ref #9) Warning Moving Cable En- tanglement DANGER 16.20178 (Ref #10) Warning Before Operating START ENGINE ONLY FROM OPERATOR'S SEAT IN PARK OR NEUTRAL. Failure to comply will result in death or serious injury.
Page 26: Yellow Reflective Decals
Yellow Reﬂective Decals Yellow Reﬂective Decal Yellow Reﬂective Decal Wheel Pivot Engine End Wheel Pivot Engine End (Feed Table Side) (Tunnel Side) Yellow Reﬂective Decal Wheel Yellow Reﬂective Decal Pivot Operator Platform End Operator Platform (Tunnel (Feed Table Side) Side) SMV Emblem &...
Page 27: Specifications
Speciﬁcations ENGINE .............. Cummins QSC 8.3 liter , 305 HP - Power bulge to 333 HP ENGINE OIL Oil Type (see Cummins operation & maintenance manual) ............SAE 10W-40 Oil Capacity ....16 Qts (15.1 L) to Low Mark On Dipstick or 20 Qts (18.9 L) to High Mark On Dipstick FUEL CAPACITY ........................
Page 28: Features And Controls
Features and Controls Right Side Dash Operators Platform Controls All the controls in the operators platform are con- (#9) Feed Table & Canopy Light Switch: On/Off. veniently located on the front dash panel or the (#10) Bag Boom, Bag & End Light Switch: On/ right side console.
Page 29: Remote Controls (Switch Banks Next To Bag Boom)
Right Side Console Remote Controls (Switch Banks Next To Bag Boom) Refer to the following overview of the side con- sole for all control locations. Remote Controls Refer to the following overview of the remote Travel/Direction/Upper Beater& Feed Table Con- controls for all control locations.
Page 30: Remote Emergency Stop Buttons
Remote Emergency Stop Buttons Battery Disconnect Switch There are two additional emergency stop but- The battery disconnect switch is located on the tons on the bagger. One is located at the engine panel at the rear of the engine frame below the end of the bagger and the other on the tunnel cooling package.
Page 31: Display - Home Screen Overview
Display - Home Screen Overview The main screen has four function keys: F1) Swaps between two pages on the display. They are “Home” and “Power management” pages. F2) Allows the operator to enter the Auxiliary Hydraulic Circuit Screen. F3) Selects the machine travel directions, Trans- port &...
Page 32: Joystick Function Overview
Joystick Function Overview The joystick is a multi-input control. the joystick X-Axis To The Right has “ﬁve” ways the operator can control the bag- ger. They are: 1) X-axis: movement which is moving the grip in a line deﬁned as toward the fuel tank (right) and X-Axis To The Left away from the fuel tank (left).
Page 33: Signal Light Switch Red (#1)
Signal Light Switch Red (#1) Signal Light Switch Green (#3) The signal light switch for the red signal light is The signal light switch for the green signal light a on/off push button switch which turns the red is a on/off push button switch which turns the signal light on and off and is located in the bank green signal light on and off and is located in of switches on the left side of the front dash...
Page 34: Anchor In Switch (Cab End) (#12 & 23)
Anchor In Switch (Cab End) (#12 & Anchor Out Switch (Cab End) (#16 & 24) The cab end anchor in switch is momentary The cab end anchor out switch is momentary switch which powers the anchor in. It is located switch which powers the anchor out.
Page 35: Anchor In Switch (Engine End) (#11 & 27)
Anchor In Switch (Engine End) (#11 Anchor Out Switch (Engine End) & 27) (#15 & 28) The engine end anchor in switch is momentary The engine end anchor out switch is momentary switch which powers the anchor in. It is located switch which powers the anchor out.
Page 36: Anchor Settings And Float
Anchor Settings and Float A settable minimum cable length is provided to prevent the operator from over tightening the cables on the drum after the anchor is retracted all the way. The operator can override the fea- ture if desired. Anchor winch will stop when min/ max are reached, and a dialog box will appear, if “continue”...
Page 37: Feed Table Lift/Lower
Feed Table Lift/Lower Be sure to release the feed table transport lock located on the cab side of feed table before low- ering the feed table. The feed table lock pin can Feed Table Lift remain in the unlocked position while bagging, but resetting will allow an automatic latch upon fold.
Page 38: Power Port For 12 Volt Accessories
Brake Pedal Power Port For 12 Volt Accessories The brake pedal is located on the operators The power port is located on the right side of platform ﬂoor in front of the operators seat. The the front dash panel. The power port is used for brake pedal is used to apply the wheel brakes electrical accessories such as cell phone char- when moving the vehicle and also to assist in...
Page 39: Direction, Steering, Upper Beater & Feed Table Drive (Direction) Control Joystick
Direction, Steering, Upper Beater & Driving in Transport Mode: Feed Table Drive (direction) Control Be sure to raise the lift jacks, bag pan & Joystick fedd table before traveling. The joystick is located to the right of the opera- Release the parking brake. tors seat.
Page 40: Switching Driving/Bagging Modes
Driving in Crab Mode: Switching Driving/Bagging Modes The modes can be switched depending on type Be sure to raise the lift jacks, bag pan & of driving you are doing. This has to be done feed table before transporting. before operating joystick. Release the parking brake.
Page 41 Switch From Trailer or Transport Mode to Crab Mode: Press F3 long enough to get the dialog box to appear. Press and hold the alignment button (#8) until wheels are in the new direction. Press F4 to switch from bagging to crab. Machine will default to bagging mode when switching to bag direction.
Page 42: Feed Table Belt Control (Joystick)
Feed Table Belt Control (Joystick) Feed table speed is displayed as a percentage, numerically on the home page and as the 3rd bar graph on the alternate home page. The feed table belt is controlled by the joystick on the right side console. The joystick must be in the “Bagging”...
Page 43: Upper Beater Control (Joystick)
Upper Beater Control (Joystick) The joystick is located to the right of the opera- tors seat. When in bag/bagging mode, the right side button controls the upper beater in a clockwise rotation as seen from the seat. Either button will stop the upper beater.
Page 44: Emergency Stop Button (Operators Platform)
Ignition Switch Emergency Stop Button (Operators Platform) The ignition switch is located on the left side of the front dash. Turn the key from the OFF posi- The emergency stop button is located on the tion, past the ON position to the START posi- left side of the front dash panel in the operators tion to crank the engine.
Page 45: Parking Brake
Parking Brake System Air Pressure Gauge The parking brake control is a pull to apply, push The system air pressure gauge is located on to release control. It is located on the right side the right side of the front dash in the operators of the front dash just below the system pressure platform and monitors the pressure in the bag- gauge.
Page 46: Brake Pressure Adjustment Controls (Cab & Engine End)
Brake Pressure Adjustment Con- trols (Cab & Engine End) Pressure Gauge The brake pressure adjustment controls are lo- cated on the right and left sides of the front dash in the operators platform The controls are used in combination with the anchors to modify the silage density proﬁle inside the ﬁnished bag.
Page 47: Engine Rpm Increase & Decrease Buttons (Operators Platform) (#13 & 14)
Engine RPM Increase & Decrease Auto Sequence Start/Stop Switch Buttons (Operators Platform) (#13 (Operators Platform) & 14) This switch when activated will start the following functions in the order listed: The engine rpm can be increased manually with the engine rpm increase button. This button is 1- Bring the engine off idle.
Page 48: Rotor Control Buttons On-Off-Reverse (Operators Platform)
Rotor Control Buttons Momentary Rotor Control Buttons ON-OFF-RE- ON-REVERSE (Next To Bag Boom) VERSE (Operators Platform) With both of the remote rotor control buttons The rotor can be turned on by pressing the rotor (#17 or 18), an audible alarm sounds immedi- latch on button in the bank of switches on the ately upon pressing the button, but you have to left side of the front dash.
Page 49: Operators Platform Work Light
Operators Platform Work Light Manual Storage The operators platform work light is located up in Keep the operators manual and any other manu- the corner of the roof and the windshield frame. als supplied with your vehicle in the storage bag The switch is located on the top of the right side that has been provided.
Page 50: Lighting Operation (#9 & 10)
Lighting Operation (#9 & 10) Light Locations On Vehicle Feed Table Lights & Canopy Light Lights (10) Bagger Light Switches Feed Table Lights The lights on the bagger are controlled by two push button switches on the dash in the opera- tors platform.
Page 51 Bag Boom, Bag & End Lights Light Bag Boom Light Light End Light (Engine End Feed Table Side) Light End Light (Operator Platform End Feed Table Side)
Page 52: Engine Data Link Connector
Engine Data Link Connector System Monitor Programming Port This connector is provided to allow a Cummins The System Monitor programming port is lo- Service Technician to connect to the engine cated on the dash in the operators platform. computer. It allows the technician to diagnose This programming port should only be used by a engine related problems from the operators qualiﬁed service technician.
Page 53: Seat Adjustments
Seat Adjustments The following is a list of adjustments for the seat: Firmness Adjustment: Use this control to change the ﬁmness of the seat from soft to ﬁrm. Fore/Aft Adjustment: Pull this control to the side to allow the seat to be moved fore or aft to a comfortable position.
Page 54: Bag Pan Up & Down Switches (#25 & 26)
Bag Pan Up & Down Switches (#25 Bag Boom Winch Cable Up & Down & 26) Switches (#29 & 30) The bag pan can be lowered down to the ground The bag boom winch cable can be lowered for installing the bag onto the tunnel. The mo- (extended) down to the ground.
Page 55: Wireless Bag Boom Winch Cable Controller (Early Production)
Wireless Bag Boom Winch Cable Controller (Early Production) Wireless Controller The bag boom winch cable can be operated with the wireless controller from areas around the bagger. The wireless control is located in a Storage Clip holder clip next to the switch bank on the tunnel side of the machine next to the bag boom.
Page 56: Wireless Bag Boom Winch Cable Controller (Current Production)
Wireless Bag Boom Winch Cable Controller (Current Production) The bag boom winch cable can be operated with the wireless controller from areas around the bagger. The wireless control is located in the tool box behind the operqators seat Remove the wireless controller from the tool box IMPORTANT: The bag boom is designed to be used for positioning the tunnel extension “1”...
Page 57: Engine End Lift Jack Switch (Extend) (#32)
Engine End Lift Jack Switch (Ex- Engine End Lift Jack Switch (Re- tend) (#32) tract) (#31) The engine end lift jack switch is a momentary The engine end lift jack switch is a momentary switch which must be held in position. This switch which must be held in position.
Page 58: Cab End Lift Jack Switch (Extend) (#20)
Cab End Lift Jack Switch (Extend) Cab End Lift Jack Switch (Retract) (#20) (#19) The cab end lift jack switch is a momentary The cab end lift jack switch is a momentary switch which must be held in position. This switch which must be held in position.
Page 59: Tunnel Clean Out Floor Retract Switch (Cleaning Tunnel) (#21)
Tunnel Clean Out Floor Retract Tunnel Clean Out Floor Extend Switch (cleaning tunnel) (#21) Switch (bagging position) (#22) The tunnel clean out ﬂoor retract switch is a mo- The tunnel clean out ﬂoor extend switch is a mo- mentary switch which must be held in position. mentary switch which must be held in position.
Page 60: Battery Disconnect Switch
Battery Disconnect Switch Remote Battery Terminals The battery disconnect switch is located on The remote battery terminals are located on the the panel at the rear of the engine frame below panel at the rear of the engine frame below the the cooling package.
Page 61: Tunnel Side Emergency Stop Button
Tunnel Side Emergency Stop But- Rear Emergency Stop Button The rear emergency stop button is located on the panel at the rear of the engine frame below The tunnel side emergency stop button is lo- the cooling package. Use this button to imme- cated on the panel at the tunnel side of the fuel diately stop the feed table and rotor.
Page 62: Operation
• Operation The other toggle is Trailer(Transport/Trailer) a Two Wheel Steering mode where each axle Home Screen is steered independently. No steering hap- Home screen key F3 toggles the machine pens in this mode unless the thumb toggle between two machine directions, transport long pressed one way or the other.
Page 63: Upper Beater Operation
Upper Beater Operation right of F4) to complete the change and return to The upper beater will run in conjunction with the Auto Sequence Start switch, or can run indepen- the list. The times for each direction are settable from 30 seconds to 2 minutes using the UP/DN dently in the bag/bagging mode with the thumb arrows.
Page 64: Feed Table Drive Operation
Feed Table Drive Operation The feed table will run in conjunction with the X-Axis To The Right Auto Sequence Start switch, or can run inde- pendently in the bagging/bag mode with the X-axis (left to right) of the joystick. See section on the Auto Sequence Start switch for more info on feed table auto start.
Page 65: Rotor Anti-Stall Operation
Rotor Anti-Stall Operation Engine Anti-Stall Operation The rotor anti-stall feature slows the feed table The engine anti-stall feature slows the rotor in in response to pressure in the rotor drive. If response to a decrease in engine rpm from the excessive hydrostatic pressure is observed, the throttle setting (engine drop).
Page 66: Re-Fueling
Drain Water From Fuel Filter/Water Re-Fueling Separator Drain Water From Water Separator Daily Caution: Locate the primary fuel ﬁlter water separator in- Follow these simple rules when handling fuel side the engine compartment on the tunnel side. Unlatch and remove the engine compartment •...
Page 67: Changing Tunnels
Changing Tunnels The tunnel on this bagger can be changed to ac- Install 12 foot or 10 foot Tunnel commodate either a 10 foot bag or a 12 foot bag. 1. Use the bag boom to lift the tunnel up in Remove 12 foot or 10 foot Tunnel place.
Page 68: Bagger Operation
1. If the engine has been idle for a long period Bagger Operation of time, it may be necessary to bleed the fuel General lines and use the hand primer pump (on the Read and understand the “Features and Con- fuel ﬁlter) to charge the lines with fuel.
Page 69: Engine Cold Starting
Engine Cold Starting Setup Bagger For Bagging Two batteries provide 1800 cold cranking amps. Operation To Start Engine Ladder & Platform In bag- Turn the key to RUN ging Location For 12 Foot Tunnel Check for error codes on the System Moni- tor display.
Page 70: Operators Canopy
Operators Canopy Once the bagger is at the site where the bagging operation is to take place, the operators canopy must be raised up to the operating position. Remove both pins from the canopy pivot points at the front dash. Raise the canopy up and insert the pins into the forward holes.
Page 71: Pintle Hitch
Pintle Hitch The pintle hitch on this bagger is used for towing Use This Hole For the bagger on the road from job site to job site. Use This Hole For Towing Position The hitch must be raised with the winch located Stored Position under the operator platform and pinned in the stored position before any bagging operation is...
Page 72: Position Bagger At Bagging Site
Position Bagger At Bagging Site Drive the bagger to the spot where the bag is to begin. Position the bagger with the tunnel to- ward the bag starting point. Position the bagger perpendicular to the path of the bag. Switch From Trailer or Travel Mode to Crab Mode: Switch to the crab/ bagging modes, press the F3 key on the display to get to the “Crab or Bag-...
Page 73: Install Tunnel Extension On To Tunnel
Install Tunnel Extension On To Tun- The tunnel extension is stored on the top of the tunnel. Two people are required for this proce- Hook Onto Tunnel dure. Attach the bag boom hook to the lift eye lo- cated at the center of the tunnel extension. Tunnel Extension Mounting Bolt Using the bag boom, swing the tunnel ex-...
Page 74: Lower And Setup Feed Table
Lower and Setup Feed Table The feed table must be lowered to the ground Panel Lock before the side panels can be setup. Check to be sure the area in front of the feed table is clear before lowering. Unlock the feed table transport lock. Using the feed table raise/lower arrows on the display panel, lower the feed table to Side Panel Lock...
Page 75: Bag Identification
Bag Identiﬁcation Remove Anchors From Storage Hooks ® Remember to use only Ag-Bag bags. They are designed to ﬁt and function properly. Before placing the bag onto the tunnel, the two anchors have to be removed from the storage Locate the bag size indicated on the box. Make hooks.
Page 76: Install The Bag On To The Tunnel
Return to the operators station, start the Install The Bag On To The Tunnel engine and use the anchor In switches to Use the bag boom to lower the bag cradle to the retract both anchors. Retract both of them ground.
Page 77 CAUTION IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to the bag during operation and setup, be sure the lift- Caution should be used when moving bags. ing eye on the top of the tunnel extension is Bags are heavy. laying ﬂat against the tunnel extension. Unfold the bag and lift the top half of the bag and place it on the bag cradle.
Page 78 Attach the four ropes of the tunnel bungee cord to the four loops evenly spaced on the tunnel. Be sure the ropes are straight and over the top of the bag. These four ropes hold the long tunnel bungee cord from fol- lowing along with the bag as it is fed off the tunnel.
Page 79: Seal Beginning End Of Bag
. Follow the instructions that are included with the Master Seal. Master seal and tool (Zip Tool Part Number 42.1500273) are available from your Miller Ag-Bag dealer. 42.1500272 - 250 Ft. Roll Master Seal Tool Knot At Beginning Of Bag (Photo is for knot placement only - stretch bars must be between 1 &...
Page 80: Bagging Procedure
Bagging Procedure Before Starting The Bagger Bagger Start-Up Procedure It is important that you set up a communication Using the warning procedure established, system between the operator of the bagger and warn all people to move away from the all other persons involved with the bagging pro- bagger.
Page 81 IMPORTANT: If the operator leaves the op- erators seat during bagging operations the following will happen: A message will appear on the System Moni- tor display and a timer will start a count down. To clear the timer, sit in the operator seat and move the feed table control joystick to the stop position.
Page 82: Filling The Bag
Filling The Bag Anchor Settings and Float When ﬁlling the bag, watch the System Monitor A settable minimum cable length is provided to display for all important settings and pressures prevent the operator from over tightening the as the bag is being ﬁlled. cables on the drum after the anchor is retracted all the way.
Page 83: Removing The Bag
Use the cab end and engine end anchor in Removing The Bag switches to fully retract the anchors. IMPORTANT: Monitor the length of the bag and the number of folds remaining on the Press and hold the clean out ﬂoor retract tunnel.
Page 84: Venting The Bag
Turn the lid to the left and tighten the product. A reusable vent valve and vent tool securely. are available from your Miller 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 85: Prepare The Bagger For Transport
Prepare The Bagger For Latch Transport Feed Table Before raising the feed table up, the feed table sides have to be folded down onto the feed table belt. Side Panels Latched Together Unhook the bungee cords from each side Once the side panels are both down and panel holding the front rubber ﬂap in place.
Page 86: Tunnel Extension
Tunnel Extension Line up the tunnel extension with the tun- nel and hook the tunnel extension trans- The tunnel extension is stored on top of the tun- port hooks over the edge of the tunnel nel during transport. Be sure the bag cradle is in extension mount assemblies.
Page 87: Anchors In Storage Position
Anchors In Storage Position Place Wheels Into Travel Position The anchors must be hung on the storage hooks Switch to the transport/trailer modes, press the for transport. F3 key on the display to get to the “transport or trailer” modes. Press the F4 key to display the Hang the anchors on the storage hooks transport mode.
Page 88: Transport Lock
Transport Lock The transport lock is only required when towing the bagger with a tow vehicle. If transporting with a tow vehicle, the en- gine end wheels have to be locked in the straight front to back position. Wheel Lock The lock is located next to the engine end wheel on the feed table side.
Page 89: Pintle Hitch
Pintle Hitch Use This Hole For Use This Hole For Towing Position For transporting with a tow vehicle the tow hitch Stored Position and hitch brace have to be secured to the opera- tor platform end of the bagger. This hitch is only required when transporting the bagger with a tow vehicle.
Page 90: Operators Canopy
Operators Canopy Once the bagger is ready for transport, the canopy must be lowered down to the transport position and pinned in place. Remove both pins from the canopy pivot points at the front dash. Lower the canopy down and insert the pins into the transport holes.
Page 91: Transporting
Transporting IMPORTANT: You must obey all applicable highway safety laws and rules when trans- porting this vehicle on public roads. Transporting Bagger On A Equip- Ladder Lock ment Trailer IMPORTANT: This vehicle is NOT designed to be driven on a public road, It MUST be trans- ported on an equipment trailer or towed with the towing hitch.
Page 92: Transporting With A Tow Vehicle
The outer sliding doors of the radiator Transporting With A Tow Vehicle should be closed and secured in place with IMPORTANT: This vehicle is NOT designed to the rubber latches before transporting. be driven on a public road, It MUST be trans- ported on an equipment trailer or towed with the towing hitch.
Page 93 Raise the ladder for the operators platform and slide under the platform. Slide the lad- der all the way in and lock into place. Be sure the ladder lock is engaged completely. Be sure the ladder at the engine platform Ladder Lock on the tunnel side is removed from the platform, slid in place under the cooling...
Page 94 Lower the cab end lift jack to raise the cab The operators canopy must be lowered end of the bagger high enough to hook down to the transport position and pinned the pintle hitch of the bagger on to the in place.
Page 95: Bagging Instructions
Summer Feed Out Rate - May to September Refer to the “3M’s of Silage” supplement avail- Feet per day (2.5 feet) able from your Miller Ag-Bag dealer for more detailed information on product moisture levels. Tons per day (4 tons) Moisture levels play an important part of product quality.
Page 96 Bag Location - pick an area using the follow- Correcting Bag Stretch ing recommendations Ground To Ground Method Of Checking a. Remove rocks and sticks from the site Tie weights (hex nuts) approximately 1/4 lb to one end of a string and one weight (hex nut) b.
Page 97 Master seal and reusable vents from your local and ability. Soft ground conditions will act as Miller Ag-Bag dealer. Refer to the list that fol- a brake and may cause the bagger to sink. A hard clean and level surface is best to bag on.
Page 98: Storage
Storage It is important that the bagger be thoroughly cleaned before storing. Thoroughly wash the entire bagger to remove any residue left from the bagging season. Thoroughly clean all forage residue from the tunnel, feed table and rotor area. Crop juices are very corrosive if left to stand in the hopper, tunnel and feed table area.
Page 99: Trouble Shooting
Trouble Shooting WARNING: Turn off engine and remove ignition key before attempting to inspect, clean, lubricate, adjust or perform other service on this machine. Hydraulic System WARNING: Avoid high pressure ﬂuids. Avoid the hazard by relieving all pressure before disconnecting hydraulic or other lines.
Page 100: Engine Trouble Shooting
Engine Trouble Shooting Engine Fault Codes The Cummins QSC engine has onboard diagnostic capabilities built into it to troubleshoot the en- gine fault codes. FAULT DETECTION: Engine fault codes can be detected while the engine is running. If a fault oc- curs, the engine computer takes a snapshot of engine operating parameters and logs the fault code into memory.
Page 101 Engine Fault Codes Refer to the System monitor screen represented below as an example of how the engine codes will be displayed. The SPN/FMI code displayed below is represented in the Engine Fault Code Tables that follow. Display Showing Engine Fault (Actual Display may vary In Appearance)
Page 102: Engine Fault Codes - Qsc Engines
Engine Fault Codes - QSC Engines Lamp Reason For Fault Effect (Only When Fault Course Of Action Color Code Is Active) 2216 Amber Fuel pump delivery pres- None or possible engine Check for air in fuel supply line. sure - data valid but above noise associated with Check fuel return line restriction.
Page 103 Lamp Reason For Fault Effect (Only When Fault Course Of Action Color Code Is Active) Amber Oil pressure switch sensor None on performance. Call Cummins service. circuit - data erratic, inter- No engine protection for mittent or incorrect. oil pressure. Amber Oil pressure switch sensor None on performance.
Page 104 Lamp Reason For Fault Effect (Only When Fault Course Of Action Color Code Is Active) Amber Turbocharger number 1 Engine power derate. The Call Cummins service. speed high - warning level. ECM uses an estimated turbocharger speed. 2345 Amber Turbocharger speed - Possible low power.
Page 105 Lamp Reason For Fault Effect (Only When Fault Course Of Action Color Code Is Active) 2964 None Intake manifold tempera- Progressive power derate. Make sure airﬂow through ture high - data valid but charge air cooler is not obstruct- above normal operating ed.
Page 106 Lamp Reason For Fault Effect (Only When Fault Course Of Action Color Code Is Active) Amber Engine coolant tem- Possible white smoke. No Check for multiple fault codes. perature 1 sensor circuit engine protection for en- Call Cummins service. - voltage below normal or gine coolant temperature.
Page 107 Lamp Reason For Fault Effect (Only When Fault Course Of Action Color Code Is Active) Amber Injector metering rail 1 None or possible engine Call Cummins service pressure - data valid but noise associated with above normal operating higher injection pressures range - moderately severe especially at idle or light level.
Page 108 Lamp Reason For Fault Effect (Only When Fault Course Of Action Color Code Is Active) Amber Engine crankshaft speed/ Engine can run rough. Call Cummins service. position - data erratic, Possible poor starting. intermittent or incorrect. Engine runs using backup speed sensor.
Page 109 Lamp Reason For Fault Effect (Only When Fault Course Of Action Color Code Is Active) Amber Engine control module Possible no noticeable Call Cummins service. data lost - condition exists. performance effects. Engine dying or hard starting. Engine speed/position Fueling to the injectors is Call Cummins service.
Page 110 Lamp Reason For Fault Effect (Only When Fault Course Of Action Color Code Is Active) None SAE J1939 data link None on performance. Check J1939 data link connec- cannot transmit - com- J1939 devices possibly do tions. Call Cummins service. munication between the not operate.
Page 111 Lamp Reason For Fault Effect (Only When Fault Course Of Action Color Code Is Active) 1143 Amber Injector solenoid driver Engine will shut down. Call Cummins service. cylinder 4 - mechanical system not responding properly or out of adjust- ment. Amber Injector solenoid driver Engine can misﬁre or pos-...
Page 112 Lamp Reason For Fault Effect (Only When Fault Course Of Action Color Code Is Active) 2555 Amber Intake air heater #1 circuit The intake air heaters Check intake air heater wiring - voltage above normal or may be on or off all the circuit and relays.
Page 113 Lamp Reason For Fault Effect (Only When Fault Course Of Action Color Code Is Active) 1172 Amber Turbocharger number 1 Engine power derate. Call Cummins service. compressor inlet tem- perature sensor circuit - volyage below normal or shorted to low source. 1188 Amber Turbocharger 1 waste-...
Page 114 Lamp Reason For Fault Effect (Only When Fault Course Of Action Color Code Is Active) 1326 1657 Amber Engine misﬁre cylinder 4 - Possible low power, rough Call Cummins service. condition exists. idle or misﬁre. 1327 1658 Amber Engine misﬁre cylinder 5 - Possible low power, rough Call Cummins service.
Page 115 Lamp Reason For Fault Effect (Only When Fault Course Of Action Color Code Is Active) 1378 Amber Change lubricating oil and None on performance. Change oil and oil ﬁlter. ﬁlter - condition exists. Maintenance reminder only. 2789 2346 Amber Exhaust gas temperature - Engine power derate.
Page 116: Trouble Shooting
Possible Solution Wheels will not steer. Transport pin locked. Remove pin from locked position. Steering sensors out of See Miller Ag-Bag Dealer. adjustment. Feed table will not pull feed Feed too wet and heavy. Remove some feed from to rotor.
Page 117: Fuse Block Location
Fuse Block Location The fuse block is located above the engine frame between the engine and the tunnel/feed table. Remove the cover to access the fuses. Be sure to reassemble the cover before operating. Fuse Block Fuse Block Fuse Location Decal (On Fuse Block Cover)
Page 118: Lubrication
Lubrication Use a good grade of Lithium Based grease on all ﬁttings. Cab End Rotor Motor Feed Table Drive and Idler Rollers Grease daily Grease twice per bag There is a grease ﬁtting in the ﬂange of the Locate the grease ﬁttings on each side of the housing of the cab end rotor motor.
Page 119: Lower Beater Bar Bearings
Lower Beater Bar Bearings Upper Beater Bar Bearings Grease twice per bag Grease twice per bag On the engine side of the hopper, locate the On the cab side of the hopper, locate the drive shield covering the lower beater bar drive. for the upper beater bar.
Page 120: Anchor Cable Guide Rollers
Anchor Cable Guide Rollers Bag Boom Grease daily Grease weekly There is a grease ﬁtting in the head of the bolt Locate the two grease ﬁttings on the bag boom. that each of the cable guides pivot on. This One ﬁtting is on the pivot pin where the arm ﬁtting is for greasing the roller inside the guide.
Page 121: Brake Pivot Arms
Brake Pivot Arms Hydraulic Lift Jack Slide Tubes Grease weekly Grease weekly There are two grease ﬁttings on each brake Locate the grease ﬁtting on each lift jack slide assembly. There are two arms on each brake, tube (engine & cab end). Wipe off the ﬁtting each one has a grease ﬁtting.
Page 122: Wheel Column Posts
Steering Tie Rod Wheel Column Posts Grease weekly Grease weekly Locate the grease ﬁttings (one on each end of tie Locate the grease ﬁttings on each of the wheel rod). Clean off grease ﬁttings before attaching column posts. Clean off grease ﬁttings before the grease gun.
Page 123: Beater Bar Drive Chain
Feed Table Drive Chain Beater Bar Drive Chain Oil twice per bag Oil twice per bag Oil the feed table drive chain twice per bag. Oil the beater bar drive chain twice per bag. Once at the beginning of the bag and again half Once at the beginning of the bag and again half way through the bag.
Page 124: Adjustments
Adjustments Feed Table Drive Chain Feed Table Belt The feed table drive chain will require periodic If the feed table belt is too loose and begins to inspection and adjustment. Adjust as follows: slip or does not track straight the belt needs to be adjusted.
Page 125: Lower Beater Bar Drive Chain
Lower Beater Bar Drive Chain Brake Slack Adjusters The chain for the lower beater bar is tensioned WARNING by a spring loaded tensioner. Periodically check To prevent machine from rolling, securely to make sure the tensioner is pivoting freely and block both sides of the wheels before releas- providing tension on the chain.
Page 126: Setting Rotor Speed
Setting Rotor Speed By virtue of the hydrostatic rotor drive, the op- erator can select rotor speed from the display. Not only can he pick a speciﬁc speed, he can choose how the bagger controls that speed, ﬁxed ratio, or constant speed. •...
Page 127: Resetting Steering Sensors
Resetting Steering Sensors Press the “F1” key at the bottom of the display to “Home” the steering sensors. If the steering angles on the System Monitor display do not match the actual steering angles Once the “F1” key is pressed the “Con- on the bagger, the steering sensors need to be ﬁrmation”...
Page 128: Maintenance
Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Review the following maintenance schedule regularly to determine when maintenance is required. Record the maintenance on the following pages whenever it is performed. Consult the other main- tenance sections of this manual for proper maintenance procedures. + Perform at initial break in Interval X Required service interval Service To Be Performed...
Page 129 Maintenance Schedule continued Review the following maintenance schedule regularly to determine when maintenance is required. Record the maintenance on the following pages whenever it is performed. Consult the other main- tenance sections of this manual for proper maintenance procedures. Interval Service To Be Performed Check air intake system Check engine speeds...
Page 130: Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record Date Service Performed...
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Page 133: Engine Maintenance
Engine Maintenance Refer to the Cummins Engine Operation and The crankcase ﬁll cap is located on the top Maintenance Manual for all engine maintenance of the engine valve cover. Access the ﬁll cap procedures and maintenance schedules not through the top of the engine compartment. The covered in this manual.
Page 134: Primary Fuel Filter (Water Separator)
Secondary Fuel Filter Primary Fuel Filter (Water Separa- tor) Change the secondary ﬁlter as required. The secondary fuel ﬁlter is located next to the water Drain Water From Water Separator Daily separator remote mounted inside the engine Locate the primary fuel ﬁlter water separator in- compartment on the tunnel side.
Page 135: Radiator, Oil Cooler And Charge Air Cooler Heat Exchangers
Cooling Package Cleaning Radiator, Oil Cooler and Charge Air Cooler Heat Exchangers Cleaning should be directed from the inside of the cooling package toward the outside. Use a pressure washer or compressed air to clean the WARNING ﬁns. The outside screens can be slid open for access to the cooling package ﬁns.
Page 136: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant Check Coolant PH Level (Conventional Coolant Only) The radiator/top tank cap is located on the top of the engine compartment. WARNING Open radiator cap slowly to relieve pressure Radiator/Top before opening. Hot liquids under pressure Tank Cap can cause serious burns. Using a ph test strip kit test the ph level of the coolant at every oil change.
Page 137: Organic Acid Technology (Oat) Coolant
Organic Acid Technology (OAT) Changing Coolant Types Coolant To change from conventional (extended life) coolant to OAT coolant: Serial Number 4210004 & After are ﬁlled with an Organic Acid Technology (OAT) coolant solution 1. Empty the engine cooling system by draining such as NEW HOLLAND AMBRA ACTIFULL the coolant into a suitable container.
Page 138: Engine Air Cleaner Filters
Engine Air Cleaner Filters Perform the following procedures at 250 Hour or 3 Month Intervals Inspect the ﬁlters twice weekly if operating in dusty conditions. Inspect daily if operating conditions are severe. The air cleaner is mounted on the top side of the engine compartment.
Page 139: Air Storage Tank
Air Storage Tank NOTE: Never operate the engine without an air cleaner. Intake air must be ﬁltered to prevent Remove moisture daily. dirt and debris from entering the engine and IMPORTANT: Be sure to remove all moisture causing premature wear. from the air storage tank daily.
Page 140: Hydraulic Systems
Hydraulic Systems Hydraulic System Cleanliness IMPORTANT: There are two different systems on the bagger. Each system uses a different Important: The greatest contributor to hy- type of oil. Never mix oils in the systems. draulic component failure is contamination Refer to the proper system for recommenda- of the oil with dirt and other debris.
Page 141: Access To Hydraulic Fill & Filters
Access To Hydraulic Fill & Filters Main Hydraulic System Oil Important: The portable ladder from under The main hydraulic system reservoir is located the cooling package can be used to gain next to the engine on the feed table side. The access to the platform on the tunnel side of hydraulic oil ﬁll cap is located on the top of the the engine.
Page 142 Main System Hydraulic Oil Some US mineral oil brands that meet these speciﬁcations are: It is important that a quality oil be used to insure proper longevity of hydraulic components. Fol- • Benz Flowmite 68 SS (shear stable) lowing is the minimum speciﬁcations for hydrau- •...
Page 143 Changing Main Hydraulic Reservoir Oil Remove the ﬁll cap from the hydraulic oil reservoir and reﬁll with clean hydraulic (Every 1000 Hours of Operation) oil. Fill reservoir until the oil reaches the “FULL” mark in the sight gauge. Do not The most important element in maintaining over ﬁll.
Page 144 Main Hydraulic Oil Filters & Case Drain To change Filters Filter Remove the nuts from the studs around (Every 400 Hours of Operation, When the ﬁlter cap and remove the ﬁlter assem- Gauge Indicates or When Oil is Changed) bly from the ﬁlter housing Replacing Main Hydraulic Filters (one on Remove the ﬁlter element.
Page 145 Filter Filter Element Filter Housing Case Drain Filter Gasket Hydraulic Oil Return Filter...
Page 146: Hydrostat Filter
Hydrostat Filter Feed Table Planetary Oil (Change ﬁlter every 500 hours of opera- (Change oil every 500 hours of operation tion) or annually) Change hydrostat ﬁlter as follows: Level Check: Open the engine compartment cover on Check the oil level daily. To check the oil level in the feed table side of the engine compart- the feed table planetary, the feed table must be ment.
Page 147 Change feed table planetary oil as follows: The feed table must be lowered down to the op- erating position to drain the oil or to check level. Level Port Locate the drain plug on the bottom of the planetary. Clean around the drain plug and remove.
Page 148: Gearbox Oil
Gearbox Oil Check Hydraulic Hose and Fitting Condi- tion (Change oil after the ﬁrst 500 Hours or 3 months which ever occurs ﬁrst, then ev- CAUTION: ery 1000 hours of operation or 6 months Use of equipment with damaged hoses and/ of service) or ﬁttings may result in personal injury or Level Check:...
Page 149: Rotor Tooth Tine Caps
Rotor Tooth Tine Caps Replace as needed Rotor Tooth with Tooth Cap Installed WARNING DO NOT lubricate, adjust and/ or service this machine unless the engine is shut off and igni- tion key is removed. Periodically check the wear of the rotor tooth tine Stripper Bar Plate caps.
Page 150: Feed Table Wheel Bearings
Feed Table Wheel Bearings Install grease seal. Support the seal so as not to bend the case during installation. Repack Annually Type of Grease: Use a good grade of lithium Use grease to lubricate the seal lip. base wheel bearing grease. Place the hub on to the spindle.
Page 151: Anchor Cables
Anchor Cables Anchor Cable Replacement Roller WARNING Serious injury could occur. Always wear protective gloves when handling wire rope cables. 1. The cleanout ﬂoor must be retracted all the way. 2. Insert the cable from the tunnel side. 3. Insert the cable through the cable guide and over the roller.
Page 152: 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 153 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.
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Page 155: Warranty
Manual, as follows: Warranty Miller will replace, F.O.B. St. Nazianz, Wisconsin, or repair, as Miller elects, any part of a new MX1012 commercial series 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.

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