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OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
UF6136
ULTRA-FLEX
MERGER
WARNING
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE
OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. UNSAFE OPERATION
OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS EQUIPMENT CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Part #91794
Rev. #06
HSMFG121224
Starting Serial #521UF36001

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL UF6136 ULTRA-FLEX MERGER Part #91794 Rev. #06 HSMFG121224 Starting Serial #521UF36001 WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT. UNSAFE OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THIS EQUIPMENT CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Warranty ................1 Manufacturer’s Statement and Introduction.

  • Page 3: Warranty

    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.

  • Page 4: Manufacturer's Statement And Introduction

    INTRODUCTION The UF6136 Ultra-Flex Mergers are designed exclusively for agricultural use and are suitable for lifting and merging forage crops that have been cut and are lying on the ground. Use of the machine for any other purpose is not recommended as it falls outside the specifications and is carried out at the owner's own risk.

  • Page 5: Warranty Registration Form

    WARRANTY REGISTRATION • Date of Purchase: __________________________ • Purchaser Name: ________________________________________________ • Street Address: _________________________________________________ • City: __________________________________________________________ • State: __________________________________ Zip: ____________________ • Phone Number: _________________________________________________ • E-mail Address: _________________________________________________ • Product: _______________________________________________________ • Model Number: _________________________________________________ • Serial Number: __________________________________________________ •...

  • Page 6: Limits Of The Machine

    Limits of the Machine INTENDED USAGE It is important that this manual be read and understood by the operator and maintenance personnel before attempting to operate or perform any maintenance on this machine. This manual contains information that will contribute to the safe, reliable and most productive operation of the Model UF6136 Ultra-Flex Merger.

  • Page 7: Dealer Pre-Delivery Checklist

    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.

  • Page 8: Machine Specifications

    Machine Specifications Weight ......................21243.26 Pounds Overall length .......................24 Feet Width ........................36.08 Feet Transport Height .....................11.5 Feet Transport Width ....................12 Feet...

  • Page 9: Dealer Delivery Checklist

    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.

  • Page 10: Safe Practices

    Safe Practices Safe practices developed from experience in the use of mergers are described in this manual. Safe installation, operation, and servicing practices have evolved through research, develop- ment, and field experience. Accidents occur when equipment is improperly used or maintained. The reason for the safe practices may not always be given.

  • Page 11: Safety Information

    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.

  • Page 12: Explanation Of Safety Signs

    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.

  • Page 13: Warning Safety Information

    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. IN ADDITION, MAKE SURE THAT EVERY INDIVIDUAL WHO OPERATES OR WORKS WITH THIS EQUIPMENT, WHETHER FAMILY MEMBER OR EMPLOYEE, IS FAMILIAR WITH THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.

  • Page 14: Safety Signs

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  • Page 16: Practice Safe Maintenance

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  • Page 17: Protect Against Noise

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  • Page 18: Avoid High-Pressure Fluids

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  • Page 19: Dispose Of Waste Properly

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  • Page 20: Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines

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  • Page 22: Stay Clear Of Rotating Drivelines

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  • Page 23 12 Feet -21-...

  • Page 24: Observe Maximum Transport Speed

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  • Page 25 PLEASE NOTE: In order to take the photographs required for this manual some of the shields and guards were removed. H&S Manufacturing does not recommend operating this equipment with any shields and guards removed. Make sure all shields and guards are securely fastened in place before operating this equipment.

  • Page 26: Cap Screw Torque Values

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  • Page 27: Hydraulic Fitting Torque Specifications

    HYDRAULIC FITTING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS -25-...
  • Page 28 HYDRAULIC FITTING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS -26-...

  • Page 29: Quick Start Guide

    QUICK START GUIDE Hooking up the Merger When connecting to the tractor raise the hitch just far enough to get jack stand swung up into transport position. This puts the tractors two point at the proper operating height. Once you are hooked to the two point then hook up PTO. There are two different length PTOs for both 1-3/8 and 1-3/4 shaft size.

  • Page 30: Set-Up And Assembly

    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. •...

  • Page 31: Machine Prep & Operation

    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.
  • Page 32 MACHINE PREP & OPERATION 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). Before folding, clean excess mud and field debris from the merger.
  • Page 33 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.
  • Page 34 MACHINE PREP & OPERATION FUSE BOX for ST Slots 1&2 – 15 amp Slots 3&4 – 5 amp Fuse #1 (15A) output power to: Fuse #2 (15A) output power to: -Oil pressure sensors x2 -RH lifting cylinder -Oil temp sensor -RH fold/unfold functions -Rotory sensor -RH manifold functions...

  • Page 35: Operator Display

    ISOBUS & CANBUS ICONS Belts Off Belts Left Belts Right Belts Split Belts On All Heads Up All Heads Down Left Head Down Left Head Up Right Head Down Right Head Up Skid shoes Up Skid shoes Down -33-...
  • Page 36 ISO-BUS DISPLAY Belts on Belts Left Left Head up Left Head Down Fold the merger Completely Skid Shoes up Split Belts Belts Right Right Head up Right Head Down Unfold the merger Completely Skid Shoes Down Page Left Page Right -34-...
  • Page 37 ISO-BUS DISPLAY Raise and lower float Pressure Raise and lower Reel Speed NOTE: IF the Float pressure is too high the merger head can raise off the ground when Merging. If the Float Pressure is too low it can cause more field scuffing or merger damage Main Pressure needs to spike at 2000 PSI for 2 seconds to...
  • Page 38 ISO-BUS DISPLAY ISO-BUS DISPLAY Page right to find color settings. Do changes and press the lock buttton to lock in color changes. To lock color scheme Page left or right to find Aux Information -36-...
  • Page 39 ISO-BUS DISPLAY Press the UF6136 To pull up Page Press to Enter Press to enter Day time Night-time display mode display mode -37-...
  • Page 40 CAN-BUS DISPLAY Belts ON and OFF Belts Right Belts Left Split Belts Right Head Up Right Head Down Left Head Up Left Head Down Next Page -38-...
  • Page 41 CAN-BUS DISPLAY Skid Shoes Fold Merger Unfold Merger Completely Completely Skid Shoes Down NOTE: IF the Float pressure is too high the merger head can raise off the ground when Merging. If the Float Pressure is too low it can cause more field scuffing or merger damage Raise Float Pressure...
  • Page 42 CAN-BUS DISPLAY Page to the right to view the diagnostics page Home Page Previous Page -40-...

  • Page 43: Adjustments

    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. •...

  • Page 44: Jack Points

    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. Turn in the Valve Thumb Screw on the Gauge to open the Valve. Open the Valve on the Nitrogen tank to fill the ACCUMULATOR(S) to the pressure to 350PSI.
  • Page 45 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).
  • Page 46 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.

  • Page 47: Daily Service

    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.

  • Page 48: Annual Service

    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 or the diameter is 1.95”...
  • Page 49 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.

  • Page 50: Hoses

    HOSES HYDRAULIC HOSES All hydraulic hoses should be inspected for damage and wear once a year or every 350 hours. All worn and damaged hoses should be replaced. WARNING: HYDRAULIC FLUID ESCAPING UNDER PRESSURE CAN PENETRATE THE SKIN, CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY. IF ANY FLUID IS ACCIDENTALLY INJECTED UNDER THE SKIN, IT MUST BE SURGICALLY REMOVED BY A DOCTOR WITHIN A FEW HOURS OR GANGRENE CAN RESULT.

  • Page 51: Blockages

    BLOCKAGES Product flow blockage can occur in any of the conveyors. The blockage will need to be cleared before harvesting can continue. WARNING: NEVER CLEAR BLOCKAGES WHILE MACHINE IS RUNNING. TRACTOR ENGINE MUST BE OFF. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

  • Page 52: Optional Equipment

    OPTIONS TFOICC IN CAB DISPLAY Mount In Cab -50-...
  • Page 53 OPTIONS 1-3/8” 1000 RPM Standard Length PTO 1-3/8” 1000 RPM Long Length PTO -51-...
  • Page 54 OPTIONS 1-3/4” 1000 RPM Standard Length PTO 1-3/4” 1000 RPM Long Length PTO -52-...

  • Page 55: General Information

    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.
  • Page 56 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 -54-...
  • Page 57 LUBRICATION One on each head pivot. Grease every 40 hours. Right Head Left Head 093020 Grease Annually 093020 -55-...
  • Page 58 LUBRICATION 093020 093020 -56-...
  • Page 59 LUBRICATION 093020 093020 -57-...
  • Page 60 LUBRICATION 093020 093020 -58-...
  • Page 61 LUBRICATION 093020 HS103195 093020 093020 -59-...
  • Page 62 LUBRICATION 093020 093020 -60-...

  • Page 63: Decal Location & Identification

    DECAL LOCATION 82602 82602 9194A 5896B 5896B -61-...
  • Page 64 DECAL LOCATION 11599 72203A DC32211A 1906C DCAMB 1494P -62-...
  • Page 65 DECAL LOCATION 1906C DCAMB DC32211A 82907L 1494P -63-...
  • Page 66 DECAL LOCATION 11599 73101 82907L DC32211B -64-...
  • Page 67 DECAL LOCATION DC32211B 73101 1906C 72203A -65-...
  • Page 68 DECAL LOCATION 11599 1906C 1906C Bottom of Right Head DCAMB -66-...
  • Page 69 DECAL LOCATION 12502A 3398A Bottom of Right Head 1906C 1906C Bottom of Left Head DCAMB -67-...
  • Page 70 DECAL LOCATION Bottom of Left Head 3398A 12502A 5896B -68-...
  • Page 71 DECAL LOCATION 1906C 31401 Under left lift arm 73101 11599 Under left lift arm 12502A -69-...
  • Page 72 DECAL LOCATION 73101 Under right lift arm 31401 1906C 11599 Under right lift arm 12502A -70-...
  • Page 73 DECAL LOCATION Under right lift arm 11599 12502A Top right lift arm 11599 DC32311B 1906C -71-...
  • Page 74 DECAL LOCATION 11599 DC32311B Top left lift arm 1906C 11599 31401 -72-...
  • Page 75 DECAL LOCATION 11599 31401 DCAMB DCAMB 98065 11599 -73-...
  • Page 76 DECAL LOCATION DCRED DCRED DCSERIAL 3398A 82907L DC32311B 1906C 1906C 1906C -74-...
  • Page 77 DECAL LOCATION DC32311B DCSERIAL DCAMB DCAMB -75-...
  • Page 78 DECAL LOCATION DCSERIAL 92726XB 92726XB -76-...

  • Page 79: Branding Location

    BRANDING LOCATION HS103289 HS103298 HS103291 HS103291 HS103289 HS103298 -77-...

  • Page 80: Noise Emmisions

    NOISE LEVEL SAFETY Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing. Wear PPE such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises. The following information provides noise levels produced by this machine: A-weighted emission sound pressure level at the operations station can vary based on the sound proofing contained within the tractor's cab towing the merger..

  • Page 81: Service Notes

    SERVICE NOTES -79-...
  • Page 82 Manufactured By: H&S MANUFACTURING CO., INC. 2608 S. HUME AVE. MARSHFIELD, WI 54449 (715) 387-3414 | hsmfgco.com...

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