Anderson RB-400 User manual

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Round Bale Wrapper
RB-400
Operator’s Manual
2013

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For safe and proper functioning please:
1. Read the manual.
2. Follow the safety instructions.
3. Follow the start-up steps given on the last page
of your manual.
4. In case of sale or transfer, give this manual to
the new owner.
The illustrations in this manual are presented for your reference according to the latest
information available at the moment of printing. ANDERSON GROUP reserves the right to
modify its machines without advance notice.

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Table of Contents
1 Anderson limited warranty .................................................................................................4
2 Safety...............................................................................................................................7
Safe Operators...........................................................................................................7
Danger Zone..............................................................................................................7
Secure Attachment to the Tractor ...............................................................................7
Dangerous Situations .................................................................................................7
Prevention .................................................................................................................7
Safe Maintenance and Repair......................................................................................7
Hydraulic Oil ..............................................................................................................7
Travelling Safely on Public Roads ................................................................................8
End of Operation........................................................................................................8
3 General Characteristics and Specifications...........................................................................9
Size and Weight ....................................................................................................... 10
4 Adjustment Procedures....................................................................................................11
Verifications Before Each Use....................................................................................11
Installing the Plastic Film Roll....................................................................................11
Testing the Plastic Film Stretcher ..............................................................................12
Adjusting the Two Support Rollers ............................................................................ 12
5 Operating Procedures ......................................................................................................13
5.1 Moving the Bale Wrapper.........................................................................................13
Short and Medium Distances.....................................................................................13
Safety Measures.......................................................................................................13
5.2 Using the IG-C3 Bale Counter...................................................................................13
Characteristics ......................................................................................................... 13
Operation Menu of the IG-C3 Bale Counter ................................................................14
Advanced Menu of the IG-C3 Bale Counter ................................................................14
5.3 Start and End Wrapping...........................................................................................14
Levers .....................................................................................................................14
Start-Up ..................................................................................................................15
First Bale ................................................................................................................. 15
End Bale Wrapping...................................................................................................15
5.4 Adjusting the Sensors ..............................................................................................15
6 Maintenance Procedures .................................................................................................. 17
Maintenance ............................................................................................................ 17
Grease Gun Lubrication ............................................................................................ 17
Other Lubrication Points ........................................................................................... 19
Cleaning and Other Maintenance............................................................................... 20
Storage ...................................................................................................................20
7 Troubleshooting: Problems and Solutions..........................................................................21

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How to Reach Us
When you contact us, always provide us with the following information:
-Your name, address, and telephone number;
-Product model and serial number;
-Purchase date and invoice number;
-Dealer name, address, and telephone number and salesperson name;
-Precise and detailed description of your problem.
Address: ANDERSON GROUP
5125 de la Plaisance
Chesterville (Québec)
CANADA G0P 1J0
Email Service: [e-mail]
Fax Service: 819-382-2218
Website: www.grpanderson.com

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1Anderson limited warranty
The one-year warranty period begins on the date that the new equipment is sold to
the customer. If your equipment is used for commercial or rental purposes, this
warranty will only be valid for a period of 1 year or a maximum of 5000 bales for
trailers, individual bale wrappers, and inline wrappers.
If during the year following the purchase of a new machine, your Anderson
equipment fails to function properly due to defective design, materials,
manufacturing, or assembly, our company will repair your equipment free of charge.
Keep your original invoice or a photocopy. Please refer to your invoice whenever you
order parts, have questions about the operating procedures of your machine, or for
any questions you may have concerning your warranty.
Replacement or repair of equipment parts must be performed by an authorized
Anderson dealer. This includes parts and labour only. All work must be
preauthorized by the Anderson customer service department.
The customer will be responsible for transporting the equipment to / from the
authorized dealer.
The dealer will describe the terms of this warranty to the customer before the retail
sale and will record the date of purchase, the serial number, and the equipment
description.
To have equipment repaired under the warranty; the customer must advise his dealer
as soon as possible of the problem and request that the repairs be made according to
the terms of the applicable warranty.
Understanding that it is our desire to always improve on our products, our company
reserves the right to modify its machines, their characteristics, and their parts at any
time without advance notice or obligation.
In no event will Anderson be liable for any incidental or consequential damages or
injuries, including but not limited to loss of profits, rental of substitute equipment, or
other commercial or personal loss or damages arising as a result of a fundamental
breach or breach of a fundamental term.
Notwithstanding the foregoing

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Group Anderson Inc.
Warranty Policies, Procedures, & Provisions Summary
Purpose of Warranty:
The fundamental responsibility of warranty is to correct defects in material and workmanship of
the products sold by Group Anderson Inc. (hereafter called ‘’Anderson’’). This outline is
intended to assist you in awareness of Anderson’s Warranty Policies and to assure that you
obtain the best service possible for your Anderson machine.
Warranty is limited to 1-year (12months). This specified period begins on the date
the new equipment is sold to the customer.
Warranty is non-transferable in the event of resale unless the resale is through an
authorized Anderson dealer.
Warranty Exemptions:
Your warranty may be voided if Anderson determines that the equipment has been
subjected to bad treatment or negligence, has been used inappropriately, has not
received necessary maintenance, not been appropriately protected during storage,
damaged by vandalism, bad weather, natural elements, collision, or an accident.
The warranty is void if your equipment has been modified in any way without
Anderson express authorization.
The warranty does not cover towing expenses or service calls.
No warranty is extended to regular service items such as fluids, paint, tires.
Certain parts, such as the Honda engine and battery are covered under warranties
from their respective manufacturers. Details on these warranties can be obtained
from your dealer.
Warranty does not cover damage caused by harsh weather conditions or unstable
ground conditions. Such as frozen parts on the equipment or performance issues on
inadequate terrain.
No warranty is issued for performance issues. Including downtime and capacity
issues.
No Dealer Warranty:
Except for conditions or warranties which may not be excluded by law, the selling
dealer makes no warranty of its own on any item warranted by Anderson Group
unless it delivers to the purchaser a separate written warranty document specifically
warranting the item. The selling dealer has no authority to make any representation
or promise on behalf of Anderson or to modify the terms or limitations of this
warranty in any way.

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Anderson’s Responsibilities:
In the event that parts must be shipped from Anderson, freight will be paid by
Anderson and will be shipped by the most economical means to arrive in the shortest
possible time. Air, Next Day Air, Priority and other special shipment methods
requested by the Dealer will be at the Customer’s expense.
ANDERSON GROUP
5125 de la Plaisance
Chesterville (Québec)
CANADA G0P 1J0
PH: [phone]
EMAIL: [email protected]om

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2Safety
Your ANDERSON bale wrapper was designed to reduce to a minimum the risks to the operator.
However, it must be used only for the work it was designed for. Additionally, since it includes a
powerful hydraulic system, moving metal parts, and a gasoline engine (optional) and all these
elements can cause serious injury to humans or animals, it is strongly recommended to read
and to closely adhere to the following guidelines.
Safe Operators
Be familiar with operating procedures before using your ANDERSON bale wrapper. Also insist
that these directions be followed by all who use your bale wrapper. Make sure that your
operators know the emergency telephone numbers and the location of your first aid kit. Only
allow the bale wrapper to be used by responsible people who have been fully trained in its safe
operation.
Danger Zone
Do not allow yourself to be disturbed during the installation or the operation of the machine. As
an operator, you must be the only person to move about the machine within a security zone of
5 metres (16 feet) diameter. Keep all other people, especially children, away from the site, as
well as domestic animals.
Secure Attachment to the Tractor
The machine must be properly attached as high as possible to the fixed drawbar of the tractor,
never to the to mobile hydraulic bars. To increase the stability of the bale wrapper, choose a
flat and level ground and use the stabilizers (2 left-most levers), if you have that option.
Dangerous Situations
Pay attention to the stickers and the warning labels that appear on your machine. Know how to
make an emergency stop. Before starting the engine, make sure that all controls are in neutral
position. It is always dangerous to stand on the machine. During bale wrapping and
transportation, never climb on the machine or let anyone else climb on it. Keep fingers, hands,
and feet away from moving parts: chains, gears, etc. Recall that all parts are potentially
dangerous because certain parts can be activated suddenly. Be especially cautious around the
plastic film cutter, which contains sharp parts under tension.
Prevention
The clothes that you wear as an operator must be safe. Avoid wide sleeves and pants, scarves,
and shirt or coat sleeves that could become stuck in the moving parts of the machine.
Additionally, wear adequate hearing protection to reduce the danger of hearing loss due to
continued exposure to the noise of the bale wrapper. Also use an approved mask in dusty
conditions. If you work in the evening or at night, make sure that you have sufficient lighting to
work safely. Have a working fire extinguisher within arm’s reach. Keep the protective shields
and other security devices in place and never use your bale wrapper if they have been removed
or damaged.
Safe Maintenance and Repair
Stop the engine and remove the switch key from the tractor before performing maintenance,
adjustments, or repairs. Release the oil pressure before moving beneath certain hydraulically
lifted parts and be aware of the blade of the plastic film cutter. Replace all defective or worn
out parts. We recommend you use original or approved parts in order to protect your warranty
and to obtain optimal performance from your machine.
Hydraulic Oil

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Any leak of pressurized oil can cause serious injuries. Do not use your hands to locate a leak,
but rather an object such as a piece of cardboard. Stop the engine and release the pressure
before disconnecting or reconnecting the lines. Firmly tighten all connections before restarting
the engine or reapplying hydraulic pressure.
WARNING !
Any hydraulic fluid that makes contact on or underneath the skin must be
removed within hours by a doctor familiar with this type of injury.
Without intervention, very serious problems may result.
Travelling Safely on Public Roads
Be informed. If you travel on public roads, you are responsible for respecting the identification
and lighting regulations of your region. We recommend that you always attach a security chain
to the hitch point between the machine and your tractor and that you lock the coupling link
with a pin.
End of Operation
At the end of each day’s work and especially if you will not use the bale wrapper again for a
long period of time, do not forget to close the engine fuel valve (1), located beneath the choke
on the right side of the engine (Figure 2.1).
Figure 2.1 Closing the fuel valve
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3General Characteristics and Specifications
Congratulations! You are now the owner of an ANDERSON bale wrapper, a high-quality
machine designed for the separate storage of round bales of any diameters. This agricultural
machine is carefully manufactured by our company to give you many years of reliable
performance.
Figure 3.1 Components of the wrapper
Standard Components #
Jack with side crank 1
Manual controls 2
Bale and revolution counter 3
18.5 x 8.5 x 8 Tires 4
Support roller 5
Tongue 6
Turntable 7
Tilting table 8
Plastic film stretcher 9
Optional Components #
Hydraulic unit with 13HP Honda motor and electric starter 10
1
10 3
4
6
7
8
2
5
5
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Size and Weight
Figure 3.2 Exterior dimensions
Dimensions and Weight
Width (A) 83 in. (2.1 m)
Height (B) 82 in. (2.1 m)
Length (C) 130 in. (3.3 m)
Total Weight 1550 lbs (703 kg)

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4Adjustment Procedures
Verifications Before Each Use
Check the hydraulic oil level of your tractor. If necessary, lubricate the machine. Every day,
check the cleanliness of the plastic film stretcher rollers. Clean them as necessary with
penetrating oil, rubbing alcohol, or paint thinner.
Installing the Plastic Film Roll
When the film roll is empty, remove the spool by pushing it upward to compress the retaining
spring of the upper support (Figure 4.1). Install the new roll in the same manner.
Figure 4.1 Installing the film roll
Follow the diagram (Figure 4.2) to unroll the start of the film between the rubber roller and an
aluminium roller, then around the other aluminium roller. The edge of the plastic must be
attached onto the ties or the net of the first bale.

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Figure 4.2 Direction of film unwinding
WARNING !
Avoid leaving the plastic film rolls in the sun for a long period of time before
using them. Prolonged sun exposure can cause the film to break or
deteriorate during wrapping.
Testing the Plastic Film Stretcher
To check the effectiveness of your system, draw a 10-inch (25 cm) horizontal line on your
plastic film roll with a felt-tip pen. Turn the table about one revolution and stop. Once the line
has passed the aluminium rollers, measure it on the bale. If it has stretched up to a length of
approximately 16.5 inches (41 cm), this means that your film stretcher is working properly. If
the film does not stretch properly, check the gears of the film stretcher, and if the plastic film
roll and the free roller turn freely, clean the aluminium rollers.
Adjusting the Two Support Rollers
These two conically shaped support rollers are made of rigid plastic and are placed on each end
of the table between the feed rollers to hold your bale in place. In the factory, they are placed
48 inches (1.2 m) apart to hold bales of 48 inches (1.2 m) in width. Move them together or
apart as necessary according to the average width of your bales by removing the pins beneath
the table and changing their position. The support rollers can hold bales up to 60 inches (1.5
m) in width (Figure 4.3).
Figure 4.3 Adjusting the support rollers

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5Operating Procedures
5.1 Moving the Bale Wrapper
Short and Medium Distances
Your machine can be moved short and medium distances behind a tractor. Attach the machine
and attach security chains to the ring provided for this purpose on the draw bar. On public
roads, follow the traffic regulations of your region for agricultural machines, including those
concerning the use of agricultural machines by minors.
Safety Measures
WARNING !
Regardless of method, during transportation, do not stand on and do not let
anyone else stand on the machine.
WARNING !
Close the fuel valve if it is necessary, because the gasoline could leak into
the engine base.
5.2 Using the IG-C3 Bale Counter
Characteristics
The IG-C3 bale counter is powered by a rechargeable battery. Use the provided AC/DC charger
as needed. The module consists of a 2-line screen with 4 buttons beneath it. Start up the
counter by touching the ON/OFF button on the left. This opens the first Anderson window.
Five seconds later, the screen will look as follows:
-In the upper left corner of this window, rev: 00 will count each wrapping as you operate
the bale wrapper.
-On the second line of the window, Bales (D): 000 shows the total bales wrapped in the
day.
-In the upper right corner, MAX: 18 shows the maximum number of revolutions
programmed for each bale. When your number of revolutions approaches this number, the
screen will begin to blink. You will hear three warning beeps, but the machine will not stop
automatically. Bales/total will increase by 1, and after 15 seconds, the number of revolutions
will return to 0.
Figure 5.1 Bale counter screen

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Operation Menu of the IG-C3 Bale Counter
-If you press the ER. COUNT. DAY. button, the screen will ask you to confirm NO -.or YES
+ whether you really want to erase the daily counter.
-Similarly, the .ER. COUNT. REV. button allows you to reset the revolution counter to zero
during a test or during a missed cycle. You must confirm the operation.
-The ON / OFF.button on the right allows you to turn on or off the illumination of the screen
during operation. The internal battery consumes 10 times less energy when the screen is
turned off. The illumination of the screen automatically turns off after 20 seconds if the
counter is not being used.
-To shut down the module and close the operation MENU, press the .ON/OFF button on the
left. The data will be saved. When not being used, the bale counter will go into energy saver
mode after 5 minutes.
Advanced Menu of the IG-C3 Bale Counter
To reach this menu, hold down the .ADJUST.SELECT.button for 3 seconds.
-Program 1: The 1st program allows you to: Enter the number of revolutions, MAX: 00 per
bale by pushing the .- / +.buttons. The minimum number is 2 and the maximum is 80.
Holding down one of the .- / +.buttons for 3 seconds will cause the number to change
faster. We recommend 18 revolutions with 30-inch plastic rolls so as to obtain 4 layers on all
surfaces of the bale. Certain users will want more layers or fewer layers.
-Program 2: Pushing the ADJUST. SELECT button again will take you to program 2, which
allows you to modify # bales Day: 000 (in the same manner as for program 1). If you
press the .- / + buttons simultaneously, the number will be reset to zero.
-Program 3: Pushing the ADJUST.SELECT button a third time will take you to program 3,
which allows you to: modify # bales Year: 0000 .
-Program 4: Choose your language with the .- / + buttons: French or English.
You have finished programming the bale counter and the ADJUST.SELECT menu will bring
you back to the operation menu.
5.3 Start and End Wrapping
Levers
#FONCTION
1 Wrapping lever
2 Tilt the table
Figure 5.2 Levers
1 2

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Start-Up
We assume that you have started up your tractor and connected the hydraulic system (the
recommended flow rate is 8 GPM at 2000 PSI), or that you have started the gasoline engine of
the optional hydraulic unit. We also assume that your bale counter has been properly
programmed.
First Bale
Take a round bale and place it in the center of the feed rollers, preferably on the side opposite
the plastic film stretcher. The bale will turn counterclockwise. Attach the edge of the plastic film
to the ties or net of the bale. Pull the wrapping lever (1) (Figure 5.2). Wrapping will begin.
When you approach the maximum number of rotations, the screen of the counter will blink and
you will hear 3 beeps. Stop wrapping when the table is properly aligned (the axis of the bale
must be parallel to the axis of the axle).
Unloading and Second Bale
Take the time to properly align your table relative to the unloading platform (optional) and pull
its lever (2) (Figure 5.2) to tilt the table. During this operation, the plastic film cutter will be
engaged and will cut the plastic film and hold onto one of the cut ends. Next, lower the table
again and place a new bale on the feed rollers. The first bale can be retrieved from the ground.
WARNING !
Tilt the table when it is badly aligned may cause damage to your machine.
End Bale Wrapping
If you have the hydraulic unit, shut off the fuel valve to prevent the gasoline from seeping into
the engine oil. Once your batch of bales has been stored, take the time to check the air
tightness of the plastic film on your bales. As necessary, seal the air leaks with tape so that
fermentation will begin rapidly. Use the tape recommended by your plastic film supplier.
5.4 Adjusting the Sensors
Place the 2 parts of the sensor at position 1 so that they face each other, turning the table by
pulling the control valve lever, and adjust the distance between them to 1/8 inch (2.5 mm)
(Figure 5.3).

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Figure 5.3 Adjusting the sensor

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6Maintenance Procedures
Maintenance
Before performing any maintenance operations on your machine, ensure that you are following
the security precautions laid out in the safe maintenance and repair section: stop the engine (of
the tractor or the unit), turn off the receiver, release hydraulic pressure, etc.
Grease Gun Lubrication
Your ANDERSON bale wrapper must be lubricated with a grease gun in the places indicated by
the sticker (Figure 6.1).
Figure 6.1 Grease gun lubrication
Note: The use of synthetic grease is highly recommended
Greasing Frequency
Frequency Greasing (number of grease cups)
Every 200 bales
Pivot of plastic film roll support (1)
Central axle of turntable (1 on the top)
Axles of the tilting cylinder (2)
Axles of the tilting table (2)
Every 1000 bales Bearings of the two feed rollers of the belts (1 on each end,
total of 4)
Pivot of plastic film roll
support (1)

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Central axle of turntable (1 on
the top)
Axles of the tilting cylinder (2)
Axles of unloading table
cylinder (2)
Bearings of the two feed
rollers of the belts (1 on each
end, total of 4)