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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual AF12 Hay Accumulator Read and understand the manual. This manual provides information and MADE IN THE USA procedures to safely operate and maintain the Hay Accumulator.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
6.5.4 Inline Balers ....26 Lighting Socket Holder ....26 AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851... -
Page 4: Introduction
Record the serial number in the space provided for easy reference Please read the manual carefully to become when contacting Norden Mfg LLC with questions. familiar with your new Norden Hay Accumulator. This manual has been developed through our experience with the equipment and feedback from our customers. -
Page 5: Owner/Operator Manual Storage
1.7 Disposal of Equipment at End of Useful Life The Norden Mfg LLC Hay Accumulator has been designed for the specific purpose of arranging bales into groups. When this unit is no longer capable of performing its intended use, it should be dismantled and scrapped. -
Page 6: Safety
NOTICE to other persons. Norden Mfg LLC cannot anticipate every Indicates that equipment or property damage can possible circumstance that might involve result if instructions are not followed. -
Page 7: Safety Icons Nomenclature
Defective or broken part Maintain safety signs Chock wheels Place in park Maintain safe distance Remove key Pinch point hazard Stop engine STOP Overturn hazard Visibility Negative tongue weight hazard Set parking brake Rollover hazard AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851... -
Page 8: General Operating Safety
Do not allow riders on the tractor, If you do not understand any information in this or Hay Accumulator at any time. manual, see your dealer or contact Norden Mfg LLC Falling can result in severe injuries or death. before proceeding. -
Page 9: Sign-Off Form
2.8 Sign-Off Form Make periodic reviews of SAFETY and OPERATION of the Hay Accumulator a standard practice. An Norden Mfg LLC follows the general Safety untrained operator is not qualified to use this Hay Standards specified by the Farm Equipment Accumulator. -
Page 10: Operation Safety
2.12 Maintenance Safety Refer to “11. Maintenance” on page 35 for safety recommendations related to maintaining the Hay Accumulator. All applicable safety recommendations in other sections should also be followed. Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 AF12 Hay Accumulator... -
Page 11: Safety Signs And Labels
4. Replacement parts must have replacement labels attached before the Hay Accumulator is used. 5. Labels are available from your authorized dealer or from Norden Mfg LLC at no charge. 3.2 Contact Information AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851... -
Page 12: Safety Sign Locations
Item Type Description Qty. WARNING Read the Manual WARNING No Riders INFORMATIONAL Serial Number CAUTION Pinch Point WARNING Do Not Transport at Speeds Over 20 MPH WARNING Falling Hazard INFORMATIONAL Made in USA Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 AF12 Hay Accumulator... -
Page 13: Hay Accumulator Safety Signs
FALLING HAZARD NO RIDERS Do not climb or stand on the unit at any time. Do not use the unit as a platform. KN-00047 Falling can result in serious injury or death. KN-00053 AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851... -
Page 14: Names Of Major Parts
Slow Moving Vehicle Sign Belt Tensioner Gate #1 Hitch Gate #2 Chute Platform Gate #3 Back Gate Trip Flipper Gate Switch Reach Pole Side Panels Rear Tires, 9.5L-15SL Dividers Accumulator Bed Tail Lights Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 AF12 Hay Accumulator... -
Page 15: Undercarriage
KN-00525 4.5 Lights KN-00583 The Hay Accumulator is equipped with agricultural lights and an enhanced flasher lighting module to meet ASABE S279 standard. KN-00526 AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851... -
Page 16: Linkage System Operation
3. Bale #4 and Bale #5 enter the Hay Accumulator actuating spring and shifting gate #3 to open row and slide downward and into position. KN-00586 KN-00589 Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 AF12 Hay Accumulator... - Page 17 KN-00591 9. Bale #12 enters the Hay Accumulator and slides downward, depressing the back gate trip flipper to open the back gate. KN-00592 AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851...
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Page 18: Assembly
2. Bolt the chute platform sides to the chute platform and the accumulator bed using three 3/8 x 3/4” serrated flange bolts and nuts on each side. Do not fully tighten the bolts. KN-00528 Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 AF12 Hay Accumulator... - Page 19 3/8 x 3/4” serrated flange bolts and nuts. KN-00529 6. Bolt the front crosses in place using four 1/2 x 2-3/4” bolts and serrated flange nuts provided. Do not fully tighten the bolts. KN-00532 KN-00530 AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851...
- Page 20 10. Bolt the chute extensions to the main chute using two 3/8 x 3/4” carriage bolts with serrated flange nuts on each side. Tighten the bolts to the proper torque value. KN-00597 KN-00533 Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 AF12 Hay Accumulator...
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Page 21: Set-Up
Only operate the tractor with the ROPS in the raised position and seat belt fastened. AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851... -
Page 22: Tractor Requirements
• To reduce the risk of fire, do not use a tractor with an underframe exhaust. KN-00536 • A loader with at least 1800 lb. lift capacity is required to handle the grouped bales. Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 AF12 Hay Accumulator... - Page 23 6. Tighten the four carriage bolts on the sides of the chamber extension first, then the six flange bolts on the bottom. 2 - 4” KN-00538 KN-00540 AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851...
- Page 24 Hold the belt on the outside of the large end tensioner assembly at its mounting point on the plate, pull the belt snug and mark a line on the belt base chute. even with the back end of the plate. KN-00546 Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 AF12 Hay Accumulator...
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Page 25: Baler Chamber Settings
Use a 3/8” leather punch or a 7/16” drill to make 1987 and older NH balers have the hitch on the three holes through the belt at the marked locations. right hand side of the chamber. Norden Mfg offers a center hitch adaptor to center the hitch. 1008091 KN-00548 6.5.2 Newer New Holland... -
Page 26: Baler Hitch Special Requirements
(JD) Balers (1988 and newer) ® The hitch on the JD baler may need to be extended to meet the dimensions given in “6.3 Baler Hitch Setup” on page 22. Norden Mfg offers a special hitch extension for John Deere balers. ®... -
Page 27: Operation
3. Insert a high strength drawbar pin through the clevis and drawbar holes and install the retaining pin. Do not use a homemade or shop made pin. AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851... -
Page 28: Break In
Operate up and down (not side of the chute extension using the hairpin across) intermediate slopes. Avoid sudden starts retainers. and stops. If problems persist, call Norden Mfg for service. 7.3.1 Break In 7.4.3 High Moisture Hay To quickly and effectively “break in” the Hay... -
Page 29: Troubleshooting
10-3/8”. KN-00555 KN-00558 2. Lengthen the cable to maintain the same position for the switch arm. 2. Shorten the cable to maintain the same position for the switch arm. KN-00559 KN-00556 AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851... -
Page 30: Back Gate Trip Adjustments
(3), it must not contact the bolt heads (4) on the bearing mount. Make sure there is clearance to the bolt heads when the trip reach is in contact with the trip slider. KN-00564 KN-00561 KN-00562 Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 AF12 Hay Accumulator... -
Page 31: Transporting
Substandard safety chains could allow the unit vehicles on the highway during daylight and nighttime transport. Various safety lights and to separate from the tow vehicle, resulting in devices are available from your dealer. equipment damage and personal injury. AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851... -
Page 32: Setting The Hitch For Transport
A jack mount is provided on the left front of the frame for this purpose. KN-00565 Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 AF12 Hay Accumulator... -
Page 33: Pre-Towing Checklist
6. Prior to towing, have an observer confirm all running lights, brake lights, turn signals, and hazard lights are working on the tow vehicle. 7. Verify the brakes on the tow vehicle are operating correctly. AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851... -
Page 34: Storage
4. Lubricate all grease points. Make sure all grease cavities have been filled with grease to displace any trapped water from washing. 5. Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to prevent rusting. Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 AF12 Hay Accumulator... -
Page 35: Maintenance Safety
Unapproved parts could create a safety hazard. The manufacturer will not accept responsibility for damages as a result of the use of unapproved parts. AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851... -
Page 36: Lubrication
3. Grease the fittings on the back shaft bearings annually with an SAE multipurpose lithium base If equipment has been altered in any way from the grease. original design, the manufacturer does not accept any liability for injury or warranty. KN-00600 Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 AF12 Hay Accumulator... -
Page 37: Wheel Bearing Adjustment
2. Lift the tire and slowly rotate it while tightening the spindle nut. 3. Tighten the spindle nut until a slight drag is felt on the rotating wheel. 4. Re-install the dust cap and cotter pin. AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851... -
Page 38: Swivel Dolly Bushings
Before performing any type of welding repair to the fastener. to the Hay Accumulator, contact Norden Mfg Start all bolts or nuts by hand to prevent cross for approval. Repair welding must be done threading. -
Page 39: Service Record
Inspect the belted base chute and tensioner for wear and damage. Make sure the hitch, hitch bolts, and hitch pin are in good condition. Do not use homemade or shop made pins. Wash the accumulator. AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851... -
Page 40: Parts Section
Remember, it is the users responsibility to maintain these decals. All decals must be in place and legible or all warranties are void. Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 AF12 Hay Accumulator... -
Page 41: Hay Accumulator Undercarriage
Fitting, Grease (Not Shown) 1007980 Tape, Reflective, 2” H x 9”, Amber 1005200 Hub Assembly 888 Ag Hub 1000450 Stop, Tongue Insert 1007710 Bolt, Hex, 1 x 1-1/2” Grade 5 1001010 Small Wheel Assembly AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851... -
Page 42: Hub Assembly
Large Bearing Race JL-69310 1003720 Pin, Cotter, 1/8 x 1-1/2” Service Kit, Includes items 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 1003690 Wheel Hub Cap — 1009450 — 6, 7, 12, 13 1003710 Wheel Hub Rear Seal AG-GS-2566162 Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 AF12 Hay Accumulator... -
Page 43: Accumulator Bed And Chute
Bolt, Carriage, 3/8 x 3/4” 1006290 Bolt, Hex, 5/16 x 1” Grade 5 1007980 Tape, Reflective, 2” H x 9”, Amber 1000810 Side, Chute Platform, Left 1000820 Side, Chute Platform, Right 1006310 Bolt, Carriage, 3/8 x 1” AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851... -
Page 44: Linkage System
12.7 Linkage System Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 AF12 Hay Accumulator... - Page 45 Nut, Serrated Flange, 3/8-16 1003110 Bearing, Flange, 3/4” 1007270 Bolt, Hex, 7/16 x 1-1/4” Grade 5 1007650 Bolt, Hex, 1/2 x 1-3/4” Grade 5 1006200 Nut, Serrated Flange, 7/16-14 1006110 Nut, Lock, Nylon, 1/2-13 AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851...
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Page 46: Belt And Tensioner
3/8” serrated flange nut Zinc 1006310 Round head square neck bolt Zinc 3/8-16 x 1 1006310 3/8”x1” carriage bolt (Grade 5) Zinc 1006110 1/2" Nylock Nut Zinc 1006170 Type A flat washer 1/2 Zinc Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 AF12 Hay Accumulator... -
Page 47: Bale Chamber Extension
1004440 Side, Chamber Extension, Right 1006320 Bolt, Carrriage, 3/8 x 1-1/4”, Grade 5 1006330 Bolt, Serrated Flange, 3/8 x 3/4”, Grade 5 1006190 Nut, Serrated Flange, 3/8-16, Grade 5 1006910 Pin, Cotter, Reuseable AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851... -
Page 48: Lighting
Light, Rear, Right 1008021 Harness, Baler Extension, 23’ (Not 1007620 Bolt, Hex, 1/4 x 1”, Grade 5 Shown) 1006070 Nut, Lock, Nylon, 1/4-20, Grade 5 1007990 Tape, Reflective, 2” H x 9”, Red Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 AF12 Hay Accumulator... -
Page 49: Bale Roller
1007270 7/16”-14 x 1.25” Hex Bolt (Grade 5) 1006200 7/16”-14 Serrated Flange Nut (Grade 5) 1006330 3/8” 16 x 0.75 Serrated Flange Bolt 1006190 3/8” Serrated Flange Nut 1017020 Bale Roller Assembly Kit AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851... - Page 50 NOTES Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851 AF12 Hay Accumulator...
- Page 51 NOTES AF12 Hay Accumulator Norden Mfg (877) 296-5851...
- Page 52 Norden Mfg LLC 4210 Kinsman Road NW North Bloomfield, OH 44450 www.nordenmfg.com (877) 296-5851 support@nordenmfg.com Norden Mfg is the successor to Kuhns Mfg 1008361 Rev. B and all liability and warranty claims are transferable. Revised 09-12-2023...
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