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AG-BAGGER
OWNER'S MANUAL
®
MODEL G6000
®
INTERNATIONAL LTD
2320 SE AG-BAG LANE
WARRENTON, OR. 97146
INT'L (503) 861-1644
US 1-800-334-7432
FAX (503) 861-2527
email: silage@ag-bag.com
www.ag-bag.com

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  • Page 1 AG-BAGGER OWNER’S MANUAL ® MODEL G6000 ® INTERNATIONAL LTD 2320 SE AG-BAG LANE WARRENTON, OR. 97146 INT’L (503) 861-1644 US 1-800-334-7432 FAX (503) 861-2527 email: silage@ag-bag.com www.ag-bag.com...
  • Page 2 Please complete the Service/Warranty Record at the front of this book and mail the original to Ag-Bag® International, Ltd. within 14 days. Failure to do so may affect your warranty. The Owner’s Manual contains safety instructions and general operating procedures.
  • Page 3 BE A SAFE OPERATOR BY THINKING - BEFORE ACTING BY READING YOUR OPERATORS MANUAL ________________________________________ AVOID ACCIDENTS Most accidents, whether they occur in industry, on the farm, at home or on the highway, are caused by the failure of some individual to follow simple and fundamental safety rules or precautions.

  • Page 4: How To Use This Manual

    How to use this Manual All Ag-Bagger® operators should read this manual from beginning to end. This will help you learn how to bag correctly, safely and profitably. You’ll find that the pictures and words work together to explain things quickly. Safety Warnings and Symbols These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.

  • Page 5: General Information

    General Information Contact your Ag-Bag® representative regarding any of the items below or additional information. Products Available: n Tri-Dura Bags n Inoculant n Bag Spray Adhesive n Bag Tape n Vent Valves & Tools n Masterseal n Bird Netting n Moisture Tester...

  • Page 6: Warning Decals

    SAFETY WARNINGS AND FEATURES Warning Decals 1. DO NOT reach The following list of warning and caution 2. DO NOT attempt decals may be posted on your Ag- 3. DO NOT climb Bagger®. Always remember to think 4. Make sure everyone is clear 5.
  • Page 7 SAFETY WARNINGS AND FEATURES PTO Shaft Keep away from the PTO shaft. Rotating parts may cause severe bodily injury or death. Never operate the PTO shaft without shields and guards in place. Replace any damaged shields or guards. Backstop While bagging, stay clear of the backstop at all times.
  • Page 8 SAFETY WARNINGS AND FEATURES Towing Maximum towing speed is 25 m.p.h. Be sure the wheels and hitch are in the transport position (see the Procedures section of this manual). Always check lug nuts prior to towing. T r a n s p o r t S a f e t y 1.
  • Page 9 SAFETY WARNINGS AND FEATURES Silage Gases The ensiling process inside the bag may produce gases. Do not breath gases expelled from the bag. These gases may contain various forms of nitric fumes that can be harmful to your lungs. If enough fumes are inhaled they can be fatal.

  • Page 10: Model Specifications

    MODEL CHARACTERISTICS Model Specifications Gross weight ..5,200 lbs. Transport width ..8-feet 6-inches Bagging width ..14-feet Height ....7-feet 8-inches (height without the bag boom) These figures may vary model to model. Tractor Requirements n 65 HP Minimum n 540 rpm PTO (Power Takeoff) Models A-E n 1000 rpm PTO...
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  • Page 12: Features And Controls

    The safety chain on the side of the conveyor needs to be latched when the conveyor is in transport position. Conveyor Lock Winch, Conveyor The winch slides the conveyor up and down into bagging or transport position. Conveyor Winch Ag-Bag® International, Ltd. April 2000 G6000...
  • Page 13 Two rubber latches keep the door shut. Never operate the conveyor when the clean-out door is open. Chain Adjuster, Conveyor The conveyor chain can be adjusted. (See the Service and Maintenance section for proper chain adjustment.) Chain Adjuster Clean-out Door Ag-Bag® International, Ltd. April 2000 G6000...
  • Page 14 Cable Rewind & neutral to stop the conveyor. The valve Conveyor Speed handle also controls the conveyor speed. Cable Rewind & Conveyor Speed Backstop The bag pushes against the backstop creating compaction inside the bag. Ag-Bag® International, Ltd. April 2000 G6000...
  • Page 15 Use the cable rewind hand crank to manually wind cables onto the cable drums. The hand crank slides over the end of the cable drum shaft and is secured with a bolt and nut. Hand Crank Ag-Bag® International, Ltd. April 2000 G6000...

  • Page 16: Hydraulic Tank

    The frame is the hydraulic tank. Bag Cradle Bag Boom Bag Boom & Cradle Use the bag boom and cradle for easy bag installation. The maximum lift capacity of the bag boom is 500 pounds. Ag-Bag® International, Ltd. April 2000 G6000...

  • Page 17: Tow Hitch

    Jack Stand The jack stand is an important part of the wheel positioning procedures. It is required to stabilize the Ag-Bagger®. The jack stand is made up of a foot, sleeve and pin. Sleeve Foot Ag-Bag® International, Ltd. April 2000 G6000...
  • Page 18 Inoculant Applicator Your Ag-Bagger® may be equipped with an inoculant applicator. n Gandy Applicator - requires granular inoculant. Gandy Applicator n Sprayer - requires water dispersable inoculant. Sprayer Ag-Bag® International, Ltd. April 2000 G6000...
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  • Page 20 PROCEDURES Prepare The Backstop 1. The backstop may need to be laced. See the service and maintenance section. 2. Fasten the backstop slings to the backstop. 3. Connect the slings to the cable. 4. Place the backstop in the transport supports.
  • Page 21 PROCEDURES 7. Insert the wheel into the socket to the right side of the tow hitch. Move the Tow Hitch 1. Crank the lift jack down and remove it from the tow hitch. 2. Move the tow hitch to the socket below the gearbox.
  • Page 22 PROCEDURES a. Hook the backstop sling to the cable. b. Tighten the cable (use the manual hand crank). c. Apply cable pressure with the hand pump. 8. Insert the lift jack into the socket on the tow hitch. 9. Jack the Ag-Bagger® up until the support foot is off the ground.

  • Page 23: Connect The Hydraulic Lines

    3. Connect the hose couplers to the correct tractor ports. Connect the Inoculant Applicator Models B, C, D, E, & F 1. Connect the inoculant applicator electronics to the tractor connectors. n Consult your Ag-Bag® dealer for specific instructions.
  • Page 24 PROCEDURES Set the Backstop and Prepare for Bag Installation 1. Place the Ag-Bagger® where the bag will begin. Possibility of serious injury. Use caution and equipment capable 2. Release the cable brake pressure. to move backstop. 3. Unhook the backstop slings from the cables.
  • Page 25 Lift the inner shell, the box will flatten. 5. Lift the top half of the bag and place it on the bag cradle. Rotate the bag so the Ag-Bag® stretch measure mark is between 1 and 3 o’clock. 6. Place the bag on the tunnel. NOTICE:...
  • Page 26 PROCEDURES Seal the Beginning End of the Bag 1. Pull off enough bag to apply the seal. n Pull from the inside folds, not the outside folds (white on the outside, black on the inside). n Pull the bag under the bag bungee cord.
  • Page 27 PROCEDURES Hook up the Backstop NOTICE: NOTICE: NOTICE: 1. Back the Ag-Bagger® up next to the Possibility of bag damage. Avoid backstop. leaning the backstop against the tunnel or place cardboard between 2. Remove the backstop cables from the bag and backstop. the guides and attach the slings to the cables.

  • Page 28: Pre-Operation Check List

    PROCEDURES b. Rotate the u-joint yoke collar located on the tractor end of the PTO shaft. c. Slide the u-joint yoke on the tractor PTO. Release the collar to lock the yoke. d. Pull on the PTO shaft, it should not come loose.
  • Page 29 PROCEDURES 4.10 q Tractor is properly attached to the Ag-Bagger®. q The PTO shaft is secure to the Ag- Bagger® and the tractor shaft guards are in place. q Safety shields and guards are closed and secured in place. q Check the rotor and hopper to make sure no foreign object(s) are present.
  • Page 30 PROCEDURES 4.11 from you) to lower the conveyor. You will not be able to set the conveyor until the PTO is engaged. Begin Bagging 1. Instruct all unloading personnel how to communicate with the Ag- Bagger® operator. Bodily injury may occur. All bystanders stay clear or the 2.
  • Page 31 PROCEDURES 4.12 the bag must not exceed 5-1/2 Bagging Tip: Bagging Tip: Bagging Tip: Measuring for Correct Bag Bagging Tip: Bagging Tip: inches. Stretch Tie heavy hex nuts to one end of a string n Never let the bag touch the and one hex nut to the opposite end of the cables.
  • Page 32 PROCEDURES 4.13 Remove the Backstop 1. Release the cable brake pressure. → The Ag-Bagger® may move forward after the pressure is released. 2. Unhook the cables from the backstop and move the backstop away from the bag. 3. Put the cables in the cable rewind guides.
  • Page 33 PROCEDURES 4.14 the following methods: n MasterSeal n Double Knot Tie. Return the Conveyor to Transport Position 1. Raise the conveyor. n Crank the winch clockwise. Winch should lock when → the handle is released. n Pull the valve handle towards you to raise the conveyor.
  • Page 34 PROCEDURES 4.15 Proceed When Finished Proceed When Finished Proceed When Finished Proceed When Finished Proceed When Finished Unhook the Tractor Bagging. Bagging. Bagging. Bagging. Bagging. Turn the tractor off and wait for all moving parts to stop before proceeding. 1. Disconnect the hydraulic hoses from the tractor (Model A &...
  • Page 35 PROCEDURES 4.16 been made, drive the tractor away from the Ag-Bagger®. THE AG-BAGGER® SHOULD NOT THE AG-BAGGER® SHOULD NOT THE AG-BAGGER® SHOULD NOT THE AG-BAGGER® SHOULD NOT THE AG-BAGGER® SHOULD NOT BE MOVED FROM THE BAGGING BE MOVED FROM THE BAGGING BE MOVED FROM THE BAGGING BE MOVED FROM THE BAGGING BE MOVED FROM THE BAGGING...
  • Page 36 PROCEDURES 4.17 2. Remove the wheel assembly from the socket located to the right of the hitch. 3. Use the jack and lower the Ag- Bagger®. 4. Insert the wheel into the socket under the conveyor and secure it with the pin and hairpin. 5.
  • Page 37 Inspect the Full Bags NOTICE: NOTICE: NOTICE: Check your bags regularly. Adverse conditions or foreign objects may cause Possibility of product loss. Proper bag maintenance is required. damage. Patch bag damage immediately with Ag-Bag® repair tape.
  • Page 38 BAGGING AND THE TERRAIN Bagging Surface Bag on a flat surface. Tip-over hazard. Bag uphill rather than downhill. Avoid bagging on a side hill. The Ag-Bagger® can drift and bags may roll. Surface conditions may affect bagging quality and ability. Soft ground conditions will act as a brake and may cause the Ag-Bagger®...
  • Page 39 Keep the bag away from the cables. NOTICE: NOTICE: NOTICE: Follow the instructions included in your Over stretching the bag does void the Ag-Bag® bag box for bag stretch bag warranty. Follow the guidelines guidelines. for bag stretch included inside your box of bags. Product Moisture Refer to the 3M’s of bagging for...

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION ROTOR STOPS ROTATING. 1. Shear bolt on the PTO 1. Shut off the tractor. THE PTO SHAFT CONTINUES shaft broke. Replace the shear TO OPERATE. bolt. If an object obstructed the rotor causing the shear bolt to break.
  • Page 41 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION PRODUCT BUILDS UP IN THE 1. The hopper was filled 1. Slow down the amount HOPPER. to fast. of product to the hopper. 2. Poor product 2. See 3M’s of Bagging. condition. MULTIPLE FOLDS OF THE 1.

  • Page 42: Service And Maintenance

    SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE The Backstop Net Lace the Backstop Bodily injury or death may occur. Prior to servicing the Ag-Bagger turn off the tractor and wait for all 1. Use the rope supplied with the Ag- moving parts to stop. Bagger®.

  • Page 43: Lubricant Types

    SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE n Remove any contaminants from the brake disc contact surface. 2. Replace all shields prior to operating the Ag-Bagger®. Lubricant Types Parts Lubricants Gearbox EP 80/90 gear oil Bearings, Shafts, Grade #2 lithium Slides complex EP grease Hydraulic System Grade 46 ISO &...

  • Page 44: Rotor Bearings

    SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Rotor Bearings n Grease rotor bearings 4 pumps per bag. → One grease zerk is located on each bearing on either end of the rotor. The bearing on the drive side of the Ag-Bagger® may have a grease hose for easy lubrication. n Check the Auto Luber(s) frequently to make sure they are operating properly and contain grease.
  • Page 45 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Cable Drum Shaft Bearings n Grease bearings every 3 bags. n Four bearings are located on the cable drum shaft. One bearing is located on each side of each cable drum. Bag Boom n Grease 2 or 3 times per season. →...

  • Page 46: Conveyor Chain Tension

    SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE located directly on the bearings. → The 2 drive shaft bearings are located on the upper end of the conveyor. One grease zerk is located directly on the bearing and the other grease zerk is on the bottom side of the conveyor near the motor.

  • Page 47: Wheel Bearings

    SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Cables Check cables for: → jaggers → cable has not begun to pull out of sleeve → no kinks in the cable . Replace damaged and weak cables prior to bagging. Apply a thin coat of grease or oil to cables prior to storage. Wheel Bearings Repack wheel bearings annually or more often depending upon amount of travel.

  • Page 48: Hydraulic System

    SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Gearbox Model A-E n Check the oil level in the sight gauge or on the dip stick before using the Ag-Bagger®. If neither is available fill the gearbox approximately half full. n Change the gearbox oil at least once every twelve months or 1000 hours.
  • Page 49 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Planetary Model F n Check the oil level every bag. The oil level should be halfway up in the sight gauge. → The sight gauge is located on the side of the planetary. n Change the oil between the first 50- 100 hours.
  • Page 50 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Prepare the Ag-Bagger® for Storage n Remove any product or acidic juices which will cause corrosion. Clean out the inoculant applicator. n Grease and lubricate all moving parts on the Ag-Bagger® immediately after washing and prior to storage. n Remove the rotor chain guard and take the rotor chain off the sprocket.
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  • Page 52 The samples properties will remain closer to that of the original product if frozen immediately. 7. Contact your testing center for analysis or your Ag-Bag® Dealer for lab locations. 8. Do not forget to tape over the sampling holes in the Ag-Bag® bag.
  • Page 53 Several options are available for cutting the plastic bag open. Cut the plastic to expose the daily feed out quantity only. Refer to the 3M’s of Ag-Bag® Baglage. Option 1 1. Cut the plastic near the ground on both sides.
  • Page 54 REMOVING PRODUCT FROM THE BAG Once the bag is cut open, remove the product using one of several methods. Mighty Mighty Mighty Mighty Mighty-Bite® Buck -Bite® Buck -Bite® Buck -Bite® Buck -Bite® Bucket L et L et L et L et Loader oader oader...
  • Page 55 Do not allow livestock near unopened full bags. Fence off the bags not being used. Immediately repair damaged bags with Ag-Bag® repair tape to help eliminate product spoilage. Large Quantity Removal 1. Remove all weeds and obstacles from the bag edge (out 15 feet).
  • Page 56 Plastic Disposal Options Dispose of the bag (plastic) when empty. Several methods are available to handle disposal of Ag-Bag® plastic. n Ag-Bag® plastic is LDPE 4 recyclable. Contact your local recycling center that accepts LDPE 4 plastic for recycling information.
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  • Page 58: Customer Service Information

    For additional information on your Ag-Bagger®, bagging products, parts or service, contact your local Ag-Bag® dealer. Dealer Information For further assistance, call, fax or e-mail Ag-Bag® offices. Office hours are: Monday through Friday 8:00 am until 5:00 pm Pacific Standard time.
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  • Page 60 INDEX 10.1 Conveyor Width 2.1 Cradle 3.5 Backstop 1.2, 3.3, 4.5, 4.13 Customer Service Information 9.1 Hook Up 4.8 Preparation 4.1 Removal 4.13 Double Knot Tie 4.7 Backstop Net 7.1 Inspection 7.1 Lace the Backstop 7.1 Bad Weather Bags 5.1 Front-End Loader Bucket 8.3 Bag 4.5, 4.18, 5.2 Inspect 4.18...
  • Page 61 INDEX 10.2 Tunnel Extension 4.3 Personnel 2.1 Planetary 7.8 Unhook the Tractor 4.15 Plastic Disposal Options 8.5 Pre-Operation Checklist 4.9 Prepare for Bag Installation 4.5 Prepare the Ag-Bagger® for Storage 7.9 Viscosity of Chain Oil 7.2 Prepare The Backstop 4.1 Pressure Gauge 3.3, 3.4 Product Moisture 5.2 Warning Decals 1.1...

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