Anderson RB580 User manual

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Round Bale Wrapper
RB 580
Operator’s Manual
2010

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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.............................................................................................8
One-Year Limited Warranty.........................................................................................8
Documents ................................................................................................................8
Problem Resolution ....................................................................................................8
Modifications..............................................................................................................8
Warranty Exemptions ............................................................................................... 10
Exclusive Remedy .................................................................................................... 10
2 Safety.............................................................................................................................11
Safe Operators.........................................................................................................11
Danger Zone............................................................................................................11
Secure Attachment to the Tractor .............................................................................11
Dangerous Situations ...............................................................................................11
Prevention ...............................................................................................................11
Safe Maintenance and Repair.................................................................................... 11
Fuel......................................................................................................................... 12
Hydraulic Oil ............................................................................................................ 12
Travelling Safely on Public Roads ..............................................................................12
End of Operation......................................................................................................13
3 General Characteristics and Specifications......................................................................... 14
Design.....................................................................................................................14
General Specifications .............................................................................................. 14
Standard Components .............................................................................................. 15
Optional Components ...............................................................................................15
4 Adjustment Procedures....................................................................................................16
4.1 580 Preparation and Adjustment ..............................................................................16
Verifications Before Each Use....................................................................................16
Installing the Plastic Film Roll....................................................................................16
Testing the Plastic Film Stretcher ..............................................................................17
Adjusting the Two Support Rollers ............................................................................17
5 Operating Procedures ...................................................................................................... 18
5.1 Moving the Bale Wrapper.........................................................................................18
Short and Medium Distances.....................................................................................18
Safety Measures....................................................................................................... 18
5.2 580 Bale Wrapping: Using the IG-C3 Bale Counter.....................................................18
Characteristics ......................................................................................................... 18
Advanced Menu of the IG-C3 Bale Counter ................................................................19
5.3 580 Bale Wrapping: Start and End Wrapping.............................................................19
Start-Up ..................................................................................................................19
Levers .....................................................................................................................20
First Bale ................................................................................................................. 20
Unloading and Second Bale.......................................................................................20
End 580 Bale Wrapping ............................................................................................20
5.4 580 Bale Wrapping: Adjusting the Sensors ................................................................ 21
Adjusting the Rotation Counter Sensor ......................................................................21
6 Maintenance Procedures .................................................................................................. 22
Maintenance ............................................................................................................ 22
Grease Gun Lubrication ............................................................................................ 22
Other Lubrication Points ...........................................................................................26
Cleaning and Other Maintenance............................................................................... 27
Storage ...................................................................................................................28
7 Troubleshooting: Problems and Solutions.......................................................................... 29
Adjusting the Mechanical Plastic Film Cutter...............................................................30

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8 Optional Equipment.........................................................................................................32
Hydraulic Unit .......................................................................................................... 32
Notes: .....................................................................................................................32
Hydraulic Unit Electric Starter (1) With 18 Amp Alternator and Work Light................... 32
Front (1) and Rear (2) Stabilizers ..............................................................................33
Modifying Gears to Reduce Stretch Ratio ...................................................................33
Bale Loading Arm and Film Roll Support .................................................................... 33
Double Roll Unit .......................................................................................................35
Start-Up Procedures .................................................................................................36
List of Illustrations
Figure 2.1 Attaching the turntable.....................................................................................12
Figure 2.2 Closing the fuel valve ....................................................................................... 13
Figure 3.1 Exterior dimensions .......................................................................................... 14
Figure 4.1 Installing the film roll........................................................................................ 16
Figure 4.2 Direction of film unwinding ...............................................................................17
Figure 4.3 Adjusting the support rollers .............................................................................17
Figure 5.1 Bale counter screen..........................................................................................18
Figure 5.2 580 Levers.......................................................................................................20
Figure 5.3 Rotation counter sensor....................................................................................21
Figure 6.1 Grease gun lubrication...................................................................................... 22
Figure 6.2 Lubricating the plastic film stretcher ..................................................................26
Figure 6.3 Lubricating the chain (through the hole in the guard) .........................................26
Figure 6.4 Lubricating the plastic film cutter 1....................................................................27
Figure 6.5 Lubricating the plastic film cutter 2....................................................................27
Figure 7.1 Starter fuse......................................................................................................30
Figure 7.2 Plastic film cutter blade.....................................................................................30
Figure 7.3 Stopper spring and adjustment bolt...................................................................31
Figure 7.4 Adjusting the plastic film cutter blade (at rest) ................................................... 31
Figure 8.1 Hydraulic unit and work light ............................................................................32
Figure 8.2 Stabilizers ........................................................................................................33
Figure 8.3 Bale loading arm ..............................................................................................33
Figure 8.4 Bale unloading platform D ................................................................................ 34
Figure 8.5 Bale unloading platform D3...............................................................................34
Figure 8.6 Double roll unit ................................................................................................35

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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: 1-819-382-2218
Website: www.grpanderson.com

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ANDERSON LIMITED WARRANTY
Warranty form must be completed and returned.
Please fill in this form with information about your new machine. Please return this form to
us in the 15 days following the date of delivery to validate your warranty. Details of the
warranty provided can be found in the operator’s manual.
Warranty Validation
(to be mailed or faxed within 15 days)
Type of Machine:
Model:
Options:
Serial Number:
Date of Sale to
Customer:
Customer Name:
Customer Address:
Customer
Telephone
Number:
Dealer Name:
Salesperson Name:
Dealer Address:
Salesperson
signature:
Customer
signature:
FAX: [phone]

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For your personal records, we recommend that you fill in this form with information about your
machine.
Type of Machine:
Model:
Options:
Serial Number:
Date of Sale to
Customer:
Customer Name:
Customer Address:
Customer
Telephone
Number:
Dealer Name:
Salesperson Name:
Dealer Address:
Salesperson
Signature:
Customer
Signature:

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1ANDERSON Limited Warranty
One-Year Limited Warranty
In the year following the purchase of a new machine, if your ANDERSON equipment fails to
operate properly due to defective materials, manufacturing, or assembly, our company will
furnish replacement parts and repair your machine free of charge.
Documents
Keep your original invoice or a photocopy. Please refer to your invoice or to the information on
the preceding page whenever you order parts, for any questions about the operating
procedures of your machine or for any questions you might have concerning your warranty.
Problem Resolution
Your satisfaction is a priority for your dealer and for us. Normally, all problems concerning our
products are taken care of by the dealer’s service department. Please follow the following steps
if you are not satisfied after consulting your dealer:
-First, let it be understood that our warranty is void if your equipment has been modified
without our express authorization. Let it also be understood that we alone will determine the
cause of the problem or how the machine was broken. Please note that all repairs must be
authorized before any work is performed to ensure that your machine remains covered by
the warranty.
-If your problem has already been dealt with by your dealer’s service department but you are
not completely satisfied, please contact one of the managers of the dealership that sold you
the Anderson machine. In most cases, your problem can be solved at this level.
-If your problem still has not been resolved to your satisfaction after this step, please contact
us directly.
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.
-1.3.4 After reviewing all aspects of the problem, we will rapidly communicate our decision
to you and, if applicable, the steps taken to resolve the situation. It is nonetheless likely that
your problem will be solved by your dealer using his team and specialized equipment. We
therefore strongly suggest that if you need any kind of help, your first contact should be
made directly with your dealer.
Modifications
Given that our desire is to always improve our products, our company reserves the right to
modify its machines, their characteristics, and their parts at any time without advance notice or
obligation.
Thank you for placing your confidence in us Dany Poisson, President
Anderson Group

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ANDERSON GROUP
LIMITED WARRANTY
The one-year warranty period will begin on the date the new equipment is sold to
the customer. However, if your equipment is used for commercial or rental
purposes, this warranty will only be valid for a period of 90 days or a maximum of
3500 bales for in-line bale wrappers and 2500 bales for individual bale
wrappers beginning on the date of purchase.
1. During the year following the purchase of a new machine, if your ANDERSON equipment
fails to function properly due to defective design, materials, manufacturing, or assembly,
our company will repair your equipment free of charge.
2. Replacement or repair of equipment parts will be performed by the dealer or by our
technician. This includes parts and labour only if preauthorized by our customer
service department.
3. However, the customer will be responsible for transporting the equipment to/from the
authorized dealer’s head office.
4. 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.
The dealer will fax the duly completed warranty form in the 15 days following the
transaction to the following number: 1-819-382-2218 to validate the warranty.
5. 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.
6. For all repair requests made to an Anderson dealer, you must furnish the date of
sale, the serial number, the type of equipment and options, and the owner’s
contact information.
7. Anderson Group reserves the rights to modify the warranty policy at any time
without advance notice.
8. Notwithstanding the foregoing.

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Warranty Exemptions
1. Certain parts, such as the tires, the battery, and the Honda engine, are covered under
warranties from their respective manufacturers. Please contact the appropriate
manufacturer.
2. If the equipment has been subjected to bad treatment or negligence, has been used
inappropriately, has not received necessary maintenance, has not been appropriately
protected during storage, has been damaged by vandalism, bad weather, natural
elements, collision, or accident.
3. Let it be understood that our warranty is void if your equipment has been modified
without our express authorization.
4. This warranty does not cover normal maintenance services (such as adjustments, oil
changes, normal wear and tear, etc.)
5. The customer will be responsible for service calls and/or transporting the equipment
to/from the authorized dealer’s head office. The warranty does not cover towing
expenses.
6. If parts or accessories other than those manufactured or sold by Anderson Group
have been used the authorization of the customer service department, and if we decide
that their use negatively impacts the performance, stability, or reliability of the equipment.
Exclusive Remedy
To the extent permitted by law, the purchaser’s exclusive remedy in connection with the breach
or performance of any warranty on the equipment are those set forth in this warranty.
In no event will Anderson Group 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.
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 Group or to modify the terms or limitations of this warranty in any way.
Right of Modification
Given that our desire is to always improve our products, our company reserves the right to
modify its machines, their characteristics, and their parts at any time without advance
notice or obligation.
ANDERSON GOUP
5125 de la Plaisance
Chesterville (Québec)
CANADA G0P 1J0
Email Service: [email protected]
Fax Service: [phone]

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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 to the fixed drawbar of the tractor so that the bale
wrapper is positioned as high as possible. To increase the stability of the bale wrapper, choose
a flat and level ground and use the stabilizers, 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. 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 and/or from the hydraulic unit)
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.

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Fuel
Gasoline is a very flammable substance which must be handled with care in an approved
container when you fill the engine tank of your hydraulic unit. Put back in place and firmly
tighten the tank cap and wipe away any spilled fuel. Never add gasoline when the engine is hot
or operating. Have a working fire extinguisher within arm’s reach near the baling site.
Hydraulic Oil
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, serious problems, including gangrene, may result.
Travelling Safely on Public Roads
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.
Also attach the turntable’s (Figure 2.1) L-shaped latch (1). Rotate the table as needed so that
the latch faces the notch (2) at the front of the frame. Remove the latch pin. Slide the latch
toward the notch and insert the latch shaft. Place the pin in the hole of the notch.
Figure 2.1 Attaching the turntable
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End of Operation
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 2.2).
Figure 2.2 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 outdoor storage of round bales of up to 5 feet (1.5m) in
diameter. This agricultural machine is carefully manufactured by our company to give you many
years of reliable performance.
Design
All our parts have been designed with the aid of digital software and have been cut by our
Laser cutters according to the highest industry standards. With a 13 hp gasoline engine, our
machines have an excellent wrapping capacity. All our machines are equipped with a high-
performance geared plastic film stretcher and 2 aluminium rollers. This unit can stretch a 30-
inch-wide (76 cm) plastic film up to 65%.
General Specifications
Figure 3.1 Exterior dimensions
Dimensions and Weight
Width (A) 100.75 in. (2.56 m)
Height (B) 118.50 in. (3.01 m)
Tires 26 – 12 – 12
Length (C) 187.50 in. (4.77 m)
Weight of
Hydraulic Unit 386 lbs (175 kg)
Total Weight* 1896 lbs (860 kg)
* Without hydraulic unit or optional components.

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Standard Components
Your individual 580 bale wrapper is a stationary type, though it can also be towed because it is
equipped with a sturdy axle system. The table is rotated by a hydraulic engine and gears. The
table’s rollers are driven by two toothed wheels and chains. The plastic film stretcher with two
30-inch-long aluminium rollers stretches the film to obtain a hermetic wrapping, in addition to
reducing wrapping costs and operating time. Standard equipment also includes a mechanical
film cutter that holds the film between each wrapping process.
Standard Components
580
Jack with side crank X
Mechanical film cutter X
Manual controls X
Bale and revolution counter X
26 x 12 x 12 Tires (8 plies) X
Optional Components
The following table presents the options available for your 580 bale wrapper. Section 8 of this
manual describes all these optional components and their working characteristics.
Optional Components
580
Front and rear stabilizers X
Gears to reduce stretch ratio X
Hydraulic unit with 13HP Honda motor and electric starter, alternator,
and work lights X
Loading arm and plastic film roll support X
Unloading platform (D) (regular) X
Unloading platform (D3) (3 positions) X
Double film roll unit X
* It is not possible to combine the loading arm and stabilizer options

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4Adjustment Procedures
4.1 580 Preparation and Adjustment
Verifications Before Each Use
Check the hydraulic oil level in the tank of your unit if your bale wrapper is equipped with this
option. Check the oil level in the Honda engine, if applicable, as well as the need for fuel. Open
the fuel valve and check the engine air filter. If necessary, lubricate the machine well after each
day of use. Every day, check the cleanliness of the plastic film stretcher rollers. Clean them as
necessary with penetrating oil, rubbing alcohol, or paint thinner.
At start-up, your bale wrapper must be placed in the most horizontal position possible. Detach
the turntable’s L-shaped latch (Figure 2.1). If you have the stabilizer option, start the machine
and pull the 2 levers of the control to put them in place (Figure 5.2). If the film roll is in place,
check if the edge of the plastic is properly held by the clamp of the film cutter. If not, you can
attach the plastic directly onto the bale ties.
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

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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.
Figure 4.2 Direction of film unwinding
Precaution: 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 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
approximately 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