Alltech KEENAN MechFiber380+ User manual

Operators Manual
KEENAN MechFiber380+
Effective from models MF38N107
Revision E01 November 2022 EN

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CONTENTS

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SECTION CONTENTS PAGE
Part I (Service and maintenance, MechFiber380+ model)
1 Introduction 3
1.1 Purpose of this manual 3
1.2 Maintenance checklist 3
1.3 Chains 5
1.4 Oil level 7
1.5 Chain tensioning (540 RPM driveline) 8
1.6 Chain tensioning (1000 RPM driveline) 10
1.7 Greasing 11
1.8 Blade maintenance 14
1.9 Shear bolts 14
1.10 Nuts and bolts 14
1.11 Tyres 15
1.12 Hitch height adjustment 16
1.13 Specifications 17
1.14 Soda grain 17
Part II (Parts list)
2 Parts list 18
2.1 Chassis parts 19
2.2 Front cover parts 20
2.3 Standard feed-out tray parts 22
2.4 Fold-down tray parts (OE option) 24
2.5 Rear parts 27
2.6 VFC door parts 28
2.7 VFC door indicator parts 29
2.8 Driveline parts 30
2.9 Rotor and paddle parts 34
2.10 Auger parts 36
2.11 Body sealing parts 37
2.12 Body blade parts 38
2.13 Weighing system 39
2.14 Hydraulic system parts 40
2.15 Axle parts 41
2.16 Ancillary parts 42
Part III (Annexes)
3 Annexes 43
3.1 EC Declaration of Conformity 43
3.2 UK Declaration of Conformity 44
3.2 International Patents 44
Part IV (Contact details)
4 KEENAN contact details 45
4.1 Contact details 45
Contents: MechFiber380+ service and maintenance section
The MechFiber380+ operator’s manual presents information on model-specific maintenance, specifications and
spare parts.

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Part 1: Service and maintenance, MechFiber380+
model
1 Introduction
1.1 Purpose of this manual
This manual has been designed to present the specific information you need to operate and
maintain the KEENAN MechFiber380+ model. Further information on general service and
maintenance is included in the general KEENAN MechFiber operator’s manual.
WARNING:
Prior to carrying out any maintenance on the machine, always ensure that the
tractor engine is stopped, and disconnect the P.T.O. and hydraulic hoses from
the tractor. Observe safety precautions at all times when working on the
machine. Read Section 4 in the general machine information manual on safety
before attempting to work on the machine.
1.2 Maintenance checklist
Daily
Cleaning:
Clean all old feed from around the body to prevent corrosion
and damage to the paint.
VFC door:
Before using the machine, check that the door opens and shuts
fully and operates smoothly.
Wheel nuts:
Check the torque settings.
Oil sump:
Check the oil level, and replenish with Total/Finol Chainac MP oil
as required.
Weekly (40 hours)
PTO input shaft:
Grease the universal joints (two fittings) and the sliding half shafts
(smear grease on surfaces). For further information, please refer
to the PTO Maintenance Booklet supplied with the PTO.
Drive (gear) box:
Grease the drive input-shaft bearings (two fittings).
Rotor bearings:
Grease the front and rear rotor bearings (two fittings).
Feed discharge auger:
Grease the front and rear auger bearings (two fittings).
Idler shaft:
Grease the front and rear idler shaft bearings (two fittings).
Drive chains:
Check the condition of the primary and secondary chains.
Chain tensioners:
Grease the pivot points on the primary and secondary chain
tensioner mechanisms.

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VFC door:
Grease the door’s hydraulic cylinders (four fittings) and the slide
plates (smear food-grade grease on surfaces). The recommended
grease is Ceran FG, supplied by TOTAL Lubricants, or similar food
and feed industry-grade grease.
Chassis:
Grease the hitch pivot tube (where the swivel hitch is fitted).
Single axle:
Grease all six pivot points listed below:
-Two on each brake rod (four in total)
-One on each brake arm (two in total)
Tandem axle (if fitted):
Grease all 14 pivot points listed below:
-Two on each brake rod (eight in total)
-One on each brake arm (four in total)
-One on each spring bogie pivot pin (two in total)
Axle U-bolts:
Check axle U-bolt torque settings (tandem only).
Tyres:
Check that tyres are inflated to the recommended pressures, and
make sure the wheel nuts are tight.
Monthly
Bale handler:
Grease each tine pivot and check the tines for looseness.
Check tine buffers for cracks, splits or degradation.
Yearly (end of season or 450 hours)
Drive system:
Open oil bath drain bung and drain off existing oil. Wash off all dirt
and old oil using paraffin, then dry. Refill bath with new oil to
required level (see Section 1.5) and run machine for 5 to 10 minutes
to ensure that all chains have been lubricated.
Overall machine:
Before storage, wash the complete machine, then grease or oil all
weekly lubrication points as outlined above. Open the drain bung
in the mixing hopper. Check tyre pressures. Store the machine
under a cover or tarpaulin, if possible.
Electronic weigh-box:
If the machine is to be stored, remove the weigh box unit from the
machine and keep it in a dry place. Lightly grease the load cell
cable connector end and place it into a plastic bag.
Wheels:
Remove and inspect wheel hub. Replace worn parts, redress and
re-fit.
Blades:
Blades need to be kept sharpened. This will have to be done
without taking the temper from (i.e., overheating) the blades. If
the machine is operated with blunt blades, it will place major
stress on the drive system. Blades may have to be replaced when
it is not practical to sharpen them.
Table 1: Maintenance checklist
WARNING:
Due to hazards involved in entering the mixing chamber, it is recommended that all
blade replacement is carried out by a KEENAN-authorized service agent who is
specially trained to do so. Contact your local agent (see back cover for details).