Bridgeview BALE KING 8300 User manual

BALE KING 8300
Round and Square Bale Processor
Operator's & Parts Manual
Last Updated: August 2023
Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
P.O. Box 4
Gerald, Saskatchewan, Canada
S0A 1B0
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
www.bridgeviewmanufacturing.com

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
ii
The Serial Number is located on the front tub panel, next to the operator's manual box.
Your Authorized Dealer
Your Serial Number

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
iii
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................... 1
Safety Precautions................................................................................................................ 1
Safety Decals ....................................................................................................................... 2
Transportation...................................................................................................................... 4
FEATURES & OPERATION .................................................................................................. 6
Power Take-off .................................................................................................................... 6
Hydraulics.......................................................................................................................... 10
Hose Holder....................................................................................................................... 11
Implement Tongue............................................................................................................. 12
Rear Forks.......................................................................................................................... 12
Loading Bales .................................................................................................................... 13
Wing.................................................................................................................................. 14
Hoop Grate Adjustment...................................................................................................... 16
Deflector............................................................................................................................ 17
Agitators ............................................................................................................................ 19
Optional Fine Chop Kit...................................................................................................... 20
Optional Back-up Camera .................................................................................................. 21
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE........................................................................................ 22
Greasing Locations............................................................................................................. 22
Tires................................................................................................................................... 25
Twine Removal.................................................................................................................. 26
Gearbox and Flail Replacement Procedure ......................................................................... 28
Troubleshooting Guide....................................................................................................... 29
Features and Specifications ................................................................................................ 30
PARTS MANUAL................................................................................................................. 32

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
1
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Bale King bale processor. With the proper operation and service as
outlined in this manual, the Bale King will provide you with years of trouble free operation.
This is a complete safety, operation and parts manual for the Bale King 8300. The
manual covers in detail how to safely and effectively use your new processor. The procedures
outlined in this manual should be followed to ensure safe operation and longevity of your
machine. The parts manual covers all parts you may need to order in case of accident or
breakdown. Please read completely through this manual before beginning operation of your new
machine.
Safety Precautions
The following safety precautions MUST be followed to ensure safe operation of the Bale
King Bale processor.
•ALWAYS turn OFF the tractor when leaving the operating platform.
•DO NOT stand in front of the discharge chute while the machine is running.
•DO NOT walk or move under the bale forks or wing when in the upward position,
unless the cylinder safety locks are in place.
•DO NOT enter the machine while in operation.
•DO NOT clean machine while in operation.
•DO NOT stick any device into the machine to clear debris while the machine is in
operation.
•ALWAYS turn off the machine when cleaning the machine, removing twine, or
hooking/unhooking the machine
•ALWAYS use safety chain when towing the machine on the highway.
•DO NOT operate if any part of the PTO safety shielding is missing or is not secured.

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
2
Safety Decals
Power Take-off:
The operator must obey all safety labels and must maintain the proper shielding. A high
percentage of drive-line injuries occur when safety shielding is missing or not functioning
properly.
DANGER: Contact with a rotating drive-line can cause serious injury or death.
Discharge:
DANGER: Do not stand on the discharge side of the machine while it is in operation.

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
3
Rear Fork Lift Area:
DANGER: Stand clear of lift area. Do not stand under the forks if tractor is running or if
bale is resting on forks. Automatic hydraulic safety locks are installed.
Deflector Safety Lock:
Unlock for operation. Lock for transport and storage

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
4
Transportation
The Bale King 8300 can be safely towed on public roads, provided the following precautions are
met:
Weights and Dimensions
•The towing vehicle must be suitable for the weight being towed.
•Check with local authorities regarding transport on public roads. Follow all applicable
laws and regulations.
•Be aware of your size and weight. Adjust your driving accordingly
8300
Empty
Loaded
Total Weight
4850 lb
8500 lb
Hitch Weight
1400 lb
2000 lb
Length
15’-8”
19’-4”
Width *
10’-4”
10’-4”
Height
10’
12’-3”
* NOTE. Width can be reduced to 9’ by folding the deflector
Speed
•The processor features implement tires and hubs and is not suitable for high speed travel
•The processor does not have brakes.
•Slow down for rough conditions, turns, and steep declines.
•If towing long distances, ensure the machine is empty (no bales in tub or on fork)
•If hauling one bale only, place it in the tub instead of on the fork.
•If hauling two or more bales, speed should be further reduced. Note that there will be a
significant amount of weight behind the processor axle, causing more “tail whip”. This
also raises the center of weight of the machine.
•Failure to heed these warning may result in loss of control or death.
Tow Vehicle Weight
Empty Processor
Loaded Processor
10000 lb and Under
32 km/h (20 mph)
Not recommended
Over 10000 lb
40 km/h (25 mph)
32 km/h (20 mph)

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
5
Safety Chain, Jack, PTO, and Hydraulics
•ALWAYS ensure that the safety chain is properly installed. There should be enough
slack to allow for turning, but not so much that the chain drags on the ground.
•Ensure that the jack is installed in its storage position on the front tub wall.
•Ensure that the PTO and hydraulic hoses are properly secured
•PTO and hydraulic lines must be connected to the tractor during transport.
•If towing with a pickup, the outer PTO shaft must be removed, and the inner shaft and
hydraulic hoses properly secured. The exposed end of the inner PTO shaft should be
covered to protect the splines from dust/rocks, etc.
Wheels and Tires
•Check tire pressure and wheel torque. Wheels must be retorqued after 1 hr if being
transported for the first time.
Tire Pressure
24 psi
Wheel Torque
125 ft-lb
•If transporting long distances, periodically check the tires and hubs for high temperatures.
If heating up, you must slow down.
Lights and Marking
•Tow vehicle must have a 7-pin round trailer plug
•Plug in lights and check for proper function and visibility (flashing amber lights, red tail
lights and brake lights).
•If towing with a pickup, an adapter will be required to plug into the trailer plug. When
braking, both amber lights should activate. Tail lights should always be on.
•Ensure that the supplied SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) sign is clearly visible from the rear
•Ensure that the reflective markers are cleaned, and visible from all sides
Safety Locks
•Lift the forks all the way up. If carrying a bale,
only lift enough for appropriate ground clearance.
•If possible, the deflector should be in the folded
position.
•Ensure that the deflector safety lock is installed

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
6
FEATURES & OPERATION
Power Take-off
The Bale King bale processor has a PTO shaft which is splined on both ends. The implement
end uses a 1-3/4"-20 spline with wedge lock bolts. Install onto the gearbox and tighten the
wedge bolts. The bolts should be torqued to 160 ft-lb and re-torqued after 8 hrs of use.
The tractor end comes standard with a 1-3/8"-21 spline quick detach constant velocity
joint. An optional 1-3/4"-20 spline yoke is available through your Bale King dealer.
The Bale King processor is designed to use a minimum of 100 HP. The drive shaft is
shear-bolt protected. The machine must be operated at 1000 PTO RPM.
NOTE: Spread yokes and twisted drive shafts are signs of OVERLOAD, not a manufacturer’s
defect and therefore not covered by warranty.
•DO NOT operate the machine using a spline adaptor. Use of adaptors will void
warranty due damage caused to to the tractor PTO, PTO driveshaft, or implement.
•DO NOT operate at 540 rpm, or use any kind of adaptor to connect to a 540 rpm spline.
•Always ensure that the PTO shaft is attached securely to the tractor. When the processor
is not hooked to the tractor, store the shaft on the PTO holder.
•DO NOT transport the processor without securing the PTO shaft. It may bounce off the
holder and be damaged.
•ALWAYS ensure that the drawbar is adjusted to 16” from the end of the tractor PTO
shaft to the center of the hole in the drawbar.
Operation
To engage the rotor for processing a bale, be sure the PTO shaft is properly connected to the
tractor. Engage the PTO at idle. After the PTO is fully engaged, increase PTO speed until it
reaches 1000 RPM.
The processor must not run at any speed less than 1000 PTO RPM as it may result in the
flails springing back against the rotor after they come in contact with the bale. This “backslap”
may cause flails to fatigue and excessive vibration which may cause the bearings to fail. Bales
may be dumped into the tub while the rotor is stopped or while it is running.

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
7
Shear Bolt
All new Bale King processors are equipped with a shear bolt clutch located at the implement
end of the PTO shaft. The correct size shear bolt is 3/8 x 2” Fine Thread Gr.5 with Stover
Lock Nut. Any other size or grade will damage the shear assembly. Spare shear bolts are
shipped with each new machine and are stored along the front top lip of the tub.
If your shear-bolt is shearing excessively you may be over-loading the machine. If this
occurs raise the grate assembly to make the machine less aggressive, or roll the bale more
slowly. Always ensure that your machine is running at 1000 PTO RPM.
NOTE: Please consult your local dealer to help pinpoint any problems.
PTO Holder
A PTO shaft holder is standard with your new Bale
King, for safe storage of the PTO shaft when the
processor is not in use.
When unhooking the PTO shaft from the
tractor, retract and then swing the PTO to the right
to rest the PTO on the holder.
DO NOT transport the machine with the
PTO in the holder. Slide the outer PTO shaft out
and secure elsewhere. When transporting, fasten
the inner PTO shaft to the machine and cover the
open splined end.

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
8
PTO Use and Maintenance
Shut OFF the tractor engine and remove the key before doing any maintenance on the machine.
Use ONLY genuine Weasler parts when replacing any worn or damaged PTO components.
Length:
Confirm the minimum and maximum working lengths of the drive-
line. The telescoping tubes must overlap at least 1/3 of their length
when in use. The PTO is designed to be used with a drawbar length
of 16" from the end of the PTO shaft. Adjust your tractor
accordingly.
Shielding:
Be sure that the shielding is not damaged and rotates
freely on the drive shaft.
Working Angles:
Constant Velocity joints can operate up to 80 degrees for short
periods of time. Do not operate for long periods on sharp angles.
Attachment:
Be sure the drive-line is properly attached and all bolts and screws
are tight on the implement input shaft and on the tractor PTO shaft.
Storage:
When not in use, cover or protect the drive shaft from the weather. When removed from the
machine store both halves together to prevent damage. Check all components for proper
function and lubrication before use.

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
9
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY REPAIR PROCEDURES,
ALWAYS USE APPROPRIATE EQUIPMENT SUCH AS
SAFETY GLASSES, SAFETY SHOES, AND GLOVES
Shield Removal:
•To remove the shield, pop out the red snap, then rotate
the guard on the bearing to line up the three tabs with
the openings and pull it off away from the knuckle
joint.
•Remove the nylon bearing from the shaft by spreading
it open.
Shield Assembly:
•Be sure to lubricate the groove in the inner yokes where the shield
bearing rides. Reinstall shields in the reverse order that they were
removed.

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
10
Hydraulics
WARNING: Pressurized hydraulic fluid can cause serious injury.
•When working with hydraulic equipment, eye
and hand protection should be worn.
•Do not test for leaks with bare hands.
•Relieve any pressure before removing a hose or
fitting.
•Never work under components raised by
hydraulic equipment unless supported externally.
Two diverter valves are installed on the Bale King 8300 to allow the
machine to operate using only two sets of hydraulic hoses. The
function of the remote is then determined by the control box switch.
Each hose that connects to the tractor has a colored marker to
identify its function. They should be connected at best convenience
for the tractor's controls.
Hose Function
Control Box
“AUXILIARY”
“FORK”
“DEFLECTOR”
Long Blue
Lift wing
Lifts rear fork
Lift deflector
Long Red
Turns agitators clockwise
Always set the tractor's hydraulic flow at a lower rate and adjust it upward until the desired speed
is reached. Excessive oil flow may damage the flow divider cartridge

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
11
Hose Holder
The hydraulic hoses may need to be adjusted to avoid damage from rubbing on the PTO shaft.
This can be done by lifting or lowering the hose holder. Loosen the pin handle, then lift the end
of the hose holder to drop the pin into the slot. Then adjust the height as desired and catch the
pin into the desired notch. Finally, retighten the pin handle to prevent if from switching
positions if the machine bounces.

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
12
Implement Tongue
The adjustable hitch on the Bale King features a
cast single tongue with optional clevis insert
(BMI #29786). This allows for use with tractors
equipped with a hammer strap or with a single
drawbar. It also allows the machine to move
independently over rough terrain without
bending the draw pin.
•Make sure that the drawbar is set to 16 inches
behind the PTO shaft for proper PTO length.
•Adjust the hitch height to match the drawbar
height and allow the machine to sit level.
•DO NOT install the clevis insert if using a tractor with a hammer strap as this will bend
the hitch pin
•ALWAYS connect the safety chain during road transport
Rear Forks
The rear fork bale tines can be adjusted side to side by
removing the pin connecting the tine to the machine
and replacing the tine in the other available gap. The
widest position is recommended for all situations,
except for the smallest bales. Always use tines in the
same position on either side to keep the load on the
forks and cylinders balanced.
For transport, and safety when working under the forks, the Bale King 8300 is equipped with
hydraulic safety valves that do not allow the forks to come down without hydraulic pressure.
Lowering the forks using the tractor controls overrides this valve and allows the forks to
lower. Never stand under the forks when loaded with a bale.
Drawbar Height
Holes
17.5”
1 & 3
16”
2 & 4
14.5”
3 & 5
13”
4 & 6

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
13
Loading Bales
The Bale King 8300 is designed to process both round and square bales. The same
procedure is to be followed for loading either type of bale.
•Position the tractor and the Bale King
lined up to back straight into the row
of bales. To avoid having large square
bales hit the tub wall, load the bale
slightly towards the wing side.
•When close to the bale, lower the
forks and wing completely (you will
feel a light vibration as the forks
bottom out against the frame.)
•Back completely under the first bale.
•Allow the tractor to move forward
while lifting the bale, because the bale fork moves away from the machine while loading.
•If you are loading from the same row you can dump the bale into the machine and back
straight into the second bale. If you are going to a different stack for the second bale only
raise the first bale enough to clear the ground. Move to the next row and align the
machine to the bale before dumping the bale into the tub. This gives you good visibility
to line up to the second bale.
•Once you have the first bale in the tub and the second bale on the forks, raise the wing
completely, and the bale fork about 1/4 of the way up. You can now transport to your
feeding or bedding area to begin processing.
Note: Carry the bale as low as possible to lessen the stress on the cylinder shafts. Carrying
the bale too high may bend hydraulic cylinder shafts.
•When the first bale has been processed, it is common practice to leave the rotor running
at full speed when loading the second bale into the bale chamber from the rear forks.

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
14
Wing
The Bale King 8300 features a pivoting wing on the left side of the machine to allow loading and
processing of square bales. The wing is opened completely to load the bale, and can then be
operated to manipulate the bale as required to cut the twines and process the bale. The wing also
needs to be opened slightly to load a round bale into the tub. The wing should be closed
completely, with the cylinder safety lock installed, for transport or any service work.
An adjustable wing extension is installed on the discharge side to help contain longer
square bales when stood upright. If height is an issue for storage or clearing shed doors, this
extension can be brought down to the same height as the top of the folding wing. This gains 8”
of clearance. This is done by removing the bolts and sliding the extension down the wing until
the second set of holes line up.
RAISED LOWERED

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
15
An optional wing extension kit (BMI #35127) is available to add to the top of the folding
wing. This helps when handling longer square bales (over 8.5 ft). It also can be set at different
angles, depending on preference.
Adjustment can be done by opening the wing so that the extension is reachable from the
ground. Then loosen all 4 bolts, and push the extension to the desired position. Lastly tighten all
4 bolts.
OPENED CLOSED

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
16
Hoop Grate Adjustment
There are eight adjustment settings for the hoop grate on
the bale processor. These settings determine the rate of
feed of the bale you are processing and the how fine the cut
will be. To adjust, pull the spring handle outward, then
swing the handle “UP” for a more aggressive cut, or
“DOWN” for less aggression. Then release the spring
handle to engage the pin in the desired hole.
When there is a bale in the tub, the bale’s weight will be placed on the hoop grates,
making adjustment more difficult. Adjust the machine when it is empty when possible.
•Position #1 (Bottom): Highest grate setting for finest cut and slowest rate of feed. Used
for tough processing feeds such as silage bales, or other wet materials.
•Position #2 - #5: Normal operating range. Machine gets more aggressive as grate is
lowered (handle moves “up”).
•Position #6-8 (Top): Lowest grate positions, most aggressive, fastest rate of feed.
The Bale King should be adjusted according to bale conditions to achieve a rate of feed of
approximately 1.5 to 2 minutes. Light brittle material such as wheat straw may allow faster
processing while tough stringy material such as slough hay, green feed, or flax will require
slower processing. Hoop grate adjustment should be checked periodically.
NOTE: Processing a bale too rapidly may cause unnecessary machine deterioration.
NOTE: Upper grate position should be approximately 1/8” flail protrusion. Lower grate
position should allow 2-1/2” flail protrusion. Contact your Bale King dealer if this can’t be
achieved.

Bridgeview Manufacturing Inc.
l
17
Deflector
The Bale King 8300 is equipped with a hydraulic side deflector to change the discharge distance
and distribution. It also comes with a flipping rubber flap for superior control of the spread
pattern.
Moving the deflector to the down position and flipping the rubber down (above left) will
allow the hay to be laid in a windrow, or bunk feeder. Swinging the deflector up will allow you
to spread straw out over a large area. If you also flip the rubber up (above right), you will be
able to "fine tune" the discharge, to control the height and distance.
To flip the rubber, simply pull on the handle and swing into position. Then push the
handle so that the tabs catch in the notches and lock into place.
The Bale King 8300 deflector will bunk feed to a distance of 35” from the tire when in
the lowest position.
When the deflector is not folded, the transport width of the machine is 10’-4”.