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OPERATOR’S MANUAL UF6136 ULTRA-FLEX MERGER Part #91794 Rev. #00 HSMFG031424 Starting Serial #421UF36001 WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. UNSAFE OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS EQUIPMENT CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
WARRANTY H&S Manufacturing Co., Inc. (“H&S”) warrants this product to be free from defect in material and work- manship. Except as noted below, this warranty term is twelve (12) months on parts and labor from the date of delivery of the product to the original purchaser by an authorized H&S dealer. Under this war- ranty, H&S will repair or replace, at its option, any covered part which is found to be defective in mate- rial or workmanship during the applicable warranty term.
H&S reserves the right to make changes or add improvements to its products at any time without incurring any obligation to make such changes to products previously manufactured. Specifications, statements and descriptions of Products contained in this publication are subject to change without prior notification.
DEALER PRE-DELIVERY CHECKLIST AFTER COMPLETION, DEALER SHOULD REMOVE AND RETAIN FOR RECORDS After the Merger has been completely set up, check to be certain it is in correct operating order before delivering to the customer. The following is a list of points to inspect. Check off each item as you have made the proper adjustments and found the item operating satisfactorily.
DEALER DELIVERY CHECKLIST AFTER COMPLETION, DEALER SHOULD REMOVE AND RETAIN FOR RECORDS This check list that follows is an important reminder of valuable information that should be passed on to the customer at the time this Merger is delivered. Check off each item as you explain it to the customer. This delivery checklist, when properly filled out and signed assures the customer that the pre-delivery service was satisfactorily performed.
SAFETY INFORMATION YOUR SAFETY ALERT! IS INVOLVED. THIS SYMBOL IS USED THROUGHOUT THIS BOOK WHENEVER YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY IS INVOLVED. TAKE TIME TO BE CAREFUL. REMEMBER: THE CAREFUL OPERATOR IS THE BEST OPERATOR. MOST ACCIDENTS ARE CAUSED BY HUMAN ERROR. CERTAIN PRECAUTIONS MUST BE OBSERVED TO PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF INJURY OR DAMAGE.
SAFETY INFORMATION RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury. Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices. UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS A signal word - DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION - is used with the safety alert symbol.
WARNING SAFETY INFORMATION TRACTOR: This Operator’s Manual uses the term ″Tractor″ when identifying the power source. W A R N I N G TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT, READ AND STUDY THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION.
SET-UP & ASSEMBLY NOTE: Determine right or left side of the Merger by viewing it from the rear. If instructions or parts lists call for hardened bolts, refer to Cap Screw Torque Values chart. • Check the Merger for proper assembly and adjustment. Make sure that all bolts are tightened. •...
TRANSPORTING TOWING ON THE HIGHWAY Follow state and local regulations when towing farm equipment on public highways. Never tow the Windrow Merger on a public highway at a speed greater than 20 m.p.h. (32 kph). LIGHTS Left Light Right Light REFLECTORS See the decal locations pages for reflective safety decals placements.
MACHINE PREP & OPERATION TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS MAIN TRACTOR PLUG There are several requirements the tractor must have to ensure efficient operation of the Merger. Black (Ground) 1. The tractor must be equipped with a 7-pin Red (Work Lights) connector for proper transport and warning light Yellow (Left Turn) function.
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MACHINE PREP & OPERATION • The PTO is a direct drive system to the pump. • Configure the proper PTO length and spline needed for the tractor. Using the two set screws supplied with PTO, connect the PTO shaft to the pump input shaft. The top PTO shield swings back with removal of driver side pin for easy access to PTO set screws.
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MACHINE PREP & OPERATION Electrical Fuse Block 1 (Top) Position #1 - 15 amp Position #3 - 15 amp Position #5 - 5 amp Position #6 - 5 amp Fuse Black 2 (Top) Position #1 - 15 amp Position #3 - 15 amp Position #5 - 15 amp Soft Shoe™...
ISO-BUS DISPLAY Belts ON and OFF Right Direction Left Direction Spilt Belts Right head up Right head down Left head up Left head down -20-...
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ISO-BUS DISPLAY The Black Lines on the Float Is the Target Pressure. The Black Line On The Height Does Not Move, The Green Bar Should Be Above The Black Line. Full Pressure Right head Right Pickup Reel Right Belt Pressure -21-...
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ISO-BUS DISPLAY Full Pressure Left head Left Pickup Reel Left Belt Pressure The X Means The Pivot Assist Is On P r e s s A n d H o l d To Change The Speed Of The Pickup Reels One Touch Of The Head Button Will Raise Right Or Left Head To Get Over The Windrow -22-...
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CAN-BUS DISPLAY Display when start-up of CAN-BUS Belts ON and OFF -23-...
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CAN-BUS DISPLAY Belts RIGHT Belts LEFT -24-...
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CAN-BUS DISPLAY Belts discharge to left and right. Head Height UP and DOWN -25-...
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CAN-BUS DISPLAY Right Head folding UP Right Head folding DOWN -26-...
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CAN-BUS DISPLAY Left Head folding UP Need to hold bottom button for 4 seconds when folding up Left Head folding DOWN -27-...
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CAN-BUS DISPLAY Both HEADS folding UP at the same time NOTE: When folding the heads up hold both buttons, release the bottom button after 4 seconds, keep holding the top button till the heads are up. Float Pressure Pick up Speed Home Screen NOTE: If you run too much float pressure the head may not drop to the ground when unfolding.
ADJUSTMENTS ACCUMULATOR Releasing Accumulator Pressure WARNING! When making adjustments, the machine will see the new parameter and adjust the machine appropriately. This may cause the machine to move in the direction of the new parameter. Ensure that everyone is clear of the machine when making adjustments. •...
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ADJUSTMENTS To recharge ACCUMULATOR(S) By A Qualified Professional Or Dealer, remove VALVE GUARD and VALVE CAP. Attach Gauge to VALVE STEM (make sure the Valve Thumb Screw is turned out all the way (closed) before attaching). Connect Nitrogen Tank to Gauge inlet.
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ADJUSTMENTS PICKUP SPEED The pick up speed is adjustable using the manifold on the back of each head. In light crops an operator can slow the pick up speed down while maintaining belt speed. (note lowering PTO rpm will slow both the belt and the pick up reel).
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ADJUSTMENTS he center adjustments are set at 2 7/8” to square up the center roller. The outer adjustment starts at 2 7/8”, then it is moved to adjust belt tracking. If the belt is tracking rearward, the roller needs to be adjusted out. If the belt is tracking forward, the roller needs to be moved in.
SERVICE DAILY SERVICE Cleaning It is a good practice to clean the entire merger at the end of each day. Getting the chaff and crop off the merger when dry will save the appearance and finish of the merger. It also gives the operator a chance to check the machine up close to keep it operating properly.
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SERVICE ANNUAL SERVICE Wear Bearing New Bearing Cam Bearings Depending on the acres per year, and field conditions, the cam bearing should be inspected annually for wear and replaced when the outer bearing surface no longer has a taper and has become flat. Cam bearing can be replaced with out removing the the tine bar by using the access port designed into the center drive gearbox.
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SERVICE ANNUAL SERVICE Oil Filter The hydraulic oil filter should be changed at least once a year or prior if filter becomes clogged during the season. To change the filter; remove fill cap and then: 1. Unscrew the filter cover. Located on the of the tank 2.
OPERATING WITHOUT ELECTRONICS Your twin-flex merger is designed to operate without any electronics. In the event that an electrical issue occurs simply unplug the main battery harness between the merger and the tractor. Both belts will default to the right. The merger will still have flotation but it will not be active floatation with the Soft shoe.
LUBRICATION GENERAL INFORMATION IMPORTANT: Catch and dispose of fluid per local waste disposal regulations whenever service is performed on hydraulic components (valves, cylinders, hoses, etc.) or transmission. There are numerous grease fittings on your merger. If these are lubricated properly and often enough, it will prolong the life of the merger.
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LUBRICATION One on each wheel hub (80/90 Gear Oil) (80/90 Gear Oil) Level by site gauge One on each end of each pickup head. 093020 -40-...
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LUBRICATION One on each head pivot. Grease every 40 hours. Right Head Left Head 093020 Grease Annually 093020 -41-...
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