Dion-Ag S-55 User manual

Forage Blower
Operator’s manual
S-55
Manual no. S5516E970E V1.1

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DION-AG INC. LIMITED WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Covered by Warranty – Under the warranty, Dion-Ag guarantees its new machinery and/or equipment to be free
of defects, both in workmanship and material, for a period of one (1) year from the time of delivery by the dealer.
Dion-Ag Inc. will repair or replace, at its discretion and without charge for service parts or labour, any defective part
of the equipment on condition that the machinery and/or equipment has been operated in accordance with the in-
structions contained in the Dion-Ag Inc. Operator’s Manual.
Not covered by Warranty – This warranty does not cover: (1) service parts and labour needed to maintain the
unit; and (2) the replacement of parts due to normal wear and tear. The owner is responsible for these items. Some
examples of maintenance and normal wear parts are: oil, lubricants & other uids, belts, knives, clutch and clutch
discs, roller chain, paddles, etc. Dion-Ag Inc. is not responsible for depreciation or damage caused by normal wear,
lack of reasonable and proper maintenance, failure to follow operating instructions, misuse, lack of proper protec-
tion during storage, vandalism, the elements, collision or accident.
Securing Warranty Service – To secure warranty service, the purchaser must report the machinery and/or equip-
ment defect to an authorized dealer and request warranty service within the applicable warranty terms.
Owner’s Obligation – It is the responsibility of the Owner to transport the equipment to the service shop of an au-
thorized Dion-Ag Dealer or to reimburse the dealer for any travel or transportation expense involved in fullling this
warranty. This warranty does NOT cover rental of replacement equipment during the repair period, loss of prots, or
other commercial loss, and any or all incidental or consequential damages, overtime labour charges and/or freight
charges for replacement parts.
Limitations of This Warranty – No agent, employee or representative of Dion-Ag Inc. has the authority to amend,
or modify, in any manner whatsoever, the terms of the present warranty. The express warranties herein contained
exclude all other express, implied or statutory warranties. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WAR-
RANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
Right to Inspect – Dion-Ag and its authorized agents reserve the right to inspect the purchaser’s Dion-Ag prod-
uct to determine if a defect in material or workmanship exists prior the commencement of any covered repairs. It
is the purchaser’s responsibility to ensure availability and/or delivery of the product to Dion-Ag for the purpose of
inspection.
Right to Make Design Changes – Dion-ag reserves the right to make changes in the design and other changes in
its products at any time and from time to time without notice and without incurring any obligation of its part to modify,
improve or add to products previously ordered from Dion-Ag and sold or shipped by Dion-Ag.
Liability – Dion-Ag Inc. shall not be liable, if, during the use of the machinery and/or attachment, the security guards
have been removed, modied, or have not been properly maintained.
The Warranty shall not apply if the instructions mentioned in this manual have not been followed completely and
correctly. Nor will the warranty apply if the owner or any third party modies the machine without Dion-AG’s know-
ledge and/or authorization. Every purchaser, when buying a Dion-Ag machine, agrees and undertakes to use and
operate the machinery and its component parts safely, and in accordance with all applicable laws, and in accord-
ance with the Operator’s Manual. Furthermore, the purchaser agrees and accepts to indemnify and hold harmless
Dion-Ag for all losses and damages to any person or property resulting from the purchaser’s non-compliance with
the terms and conditions of this warranty. Each purchaser further agrees to bring the warranty to the attention of any
subsequent purchaser, and to obtain agreement therein as a condition of resale or transfer.
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FORAGE BLOWER
S55
TO OUR CUSTOMER
We appreciate your condence in Dion Farm Equipment and thank you for your trust. In preparing this manual, we
hope we have furnished you with a valuable tool for operating and maintaining this ne machine. Use this manual
as your guide. Practicing the instructions given here will result in many years of dependable service from your ma-
chine.
Your Dealer can give you assistance with parts and specially trained personnel to assist you in repair and mainte-
nance.
Call your Dealer if you need any assistance or information.
Manual no. S5516E970E V1.1

TABLE OF CONTENTS
4
SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................5
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION ..............................................................6
CHECK LIST............................................................................7
FOREWORD ............................................................................8
SAFETY RULES .........................................................................9
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL.........................................................................9
FOLLOW AS AFETY PROGRAM ...................................................................9
A WORD TO THE OPERATOR .....................................................................9
PTO OPERATION ...............................................................................10
RECOMMENDED WORKING AREA.................................................................11
PROCEDURES FOR STOPPING THE FORAGE BLOWER...............................................12
GUARDS AND SHIELDS..........................................................................12
SAFETY SIGNS.................................................................................13
SAFETY SIGN APPLICATION PROCEDURE ..........................................................14
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS...............................................................15
DRIVELINE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................15
1000 RPM GEARBOX ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................17
HYDRAULIC WHEELS LIFT SYSTEM ...............................................................21
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..............................................................24
DRIVELINE SHAFT ALIGNMENT ..................................................................24
RUNNING SPEED ..............................................................................24
WHEEL LIFT SYSTEM...........................................................................25
TRANSPORTING INSTRUCTIONS (WITHOUT GEARBOX) .............................................25
TRANSPORTING INSTRUCTIONS (WITH 1000 RPM GEARBOX) ........................................26
FORAGE BLOWER LIFTING HOOKS...............................................................27
MAINTENANCE DOOR ..........................................................................27
WATER SYSTEM...............................................................................27
SPEED REDUCER .............................................................................28
HYDRAULIC WHEEL SYSTEM (OPTION)...........................................................29
LUBRICATION ..........................................................................30
DRIVELINE .....................................................................................30
SPEED REDUCER ...............................................................................30
LUBRICATION CHART ............................................................................30
ADJUSTMENTS & MAINTENANCE .........................................................33
ROTATING OUTLET ..............................................................................33
FAN ADJUSTMENT...............................................................................33
SPOUT KNIFE ADJUSTMENT ......................................................................34
FAN BLADE REPLACEMENT .......................................................................36
INSTRUCTIONS FOR REASSEMBLING THE FAN SHAFT................................................37
DRIVELINE SHEAR BOLTS ........................................................................39
AUGER ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................39
AUGER INTERMEDIATE BELT TENSION .............................................................41
AUGER DRIVE BELT TENSION .....................................................................41
AUGER BELT REPLACEMENT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
AUGER BRAKE..................................................................................42
AIR INTAKE CONTROL............................................................................42
SUGGESTED INITIAL AIR INTAKE ADJUSTMENTS .....................................................43
DISMANTLING AND REASSEMBLY OF DRIVELINE ROTATING GUARDS ...................................43
ECCENTRIC LOCKING COLLAR INSTALLATION .......................................................43
SPEED REDUCER ...............................................................................44
CHAIN TENSION CHECK ..........................................................................44
ACHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT ...................................................................44
ALIGNMENT AND ADJUSTMENT OF THE SPEED REDUCER.............................................45
ASSEMBLING THE WHEEL HUBS...................................................................46
STORAGE..............................................................................47
TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................48
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Specications and design are subject to change without notice and without liability from the
manufacturer therefore.
MAIN FAN
Main fan ...........................................................59” (150 cm)
Blades ............................................................. 8
RPM............................................................... 540
Speed at blade tip:
540 RPM ........................................................... 8340 ft/min. (2542 m/min)
650 RPM ........................................................... 10038 ft/min. (3060m/min)
MAIN AUGER
Length ............................................................. 55” (140 cm)
Diameter ........................................................... 14” (36 cm)
Pitch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10” (25 cm)
RPM............................................................... 500
RPM (with reducer) ................................................... 601
Overall length with pole ................................................ 129” (378 cm)
Overall width ........................................................ 84” (213 cm)
DRUM OUTLET HEIGHT
Transport position .................................................... 70” (178 cm)
Operating position (wheels lowered) ...................................... 61” (155 cm)
HOPPER
Height (operating position) ............................................. 21” (53cm)
Inlet width .......................................................... 42” (107cm)
Inlet depth .......................................................... 30” (76cm)
Tires............................................................... 18.5 X 8.5 - 8
Tires (with hydraulic lift)................................................ 18.5 X 8.5 - 8
Weight ............................................................. 1350 lbs (610Kg)
RECOMMENDED TRACTOR POWER
540 RPM - 14” dia. auger .............................................. 60 to 160 HP
540 RPM - 16” dia. auger .............................................. 140 to 200 HP
1000 RPM - 14” dia. auger. ............................................. 130 to 200 HP
1000 RPM - 16” dia. auger ............................................. 150 to 200 HP
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SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
6
For your convenience, write down in full in this manual both the model and serial numbers of your machine, as
shown on the name plate illustrated below. Always mention both the model and the serial numbers when ordering
parts or regarding any other correspondence referring to your machine.
Write down your number here:
MODEL NO. SERIAL NUMBER
R.H.
REAR
L.H.
FRONT
WARNING
MAXIMUM SPEED LIMIT 15
M.P.H
VITESSE MAXIMALE 25
K.P.H
ATTENTION
MADE IN CANADA
DION-AG INC.
BOISBRIAND QUE.
MODEL NO. SERIAL NO.
- Ag Inc.
MADE IN CANADA
DION-AG INC.
BOISBRIAND QUE.
MODEL NO.
SERIAL NO.
- Ag Inc.
Manual no. S5516E970E V1.1

CHECK LIST
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PRESEASON CHECKS
❑Check auger brake.
❑Check tension of belts. Check all sheaves for correct alignment.
❑Check all adjustable components for correct setting (blower and auger).
❑Check tire pressure. See specications.
❑Check wheel bolts. They should be tighten to a recommended torque of 85 to 95 lbs/ft.
❑Perform complete lubrication and servicing of the machine according to Servicing. Make sure all grease
ttings are in place and taking grease properly. Check transmission uid levels if you have the option.
❑Check transmission chain tension
❑Look for loose or missing bolts and parts.
❑Run the machine in a stationary position at half-speed for a short period of time. Shut off tractor engine.
Make sure all moving parts have stopped, then inspect bearings for over-heating, excessive wear, or
loose anges and lock collars.
❑Make sure the proper operating adjustments have been made.
❑Make sure all shields are installed. Review Safety Precautions.
❑Check for wear on parts (paddles, blower and auger bottoms, etc.).
❑Make sure holes for the injection of water in the fan and the feed table are not obstructed.
DAILY CHECKS
❑Check auger brake
❑Remove all crop residue and wipe off oil and dirt.
❑Lubricate and service the machine according to the Servicing section.
❑Check chain and belt tension. Check all sheaves for correct alignment.
❑Check tire pressure. See Specications.
❑Make sure Blower is hooked to tractor correctly, and that the safety chain is installed
securely. Make sure all controls are operable.
❑Make sure that all shields are in good condition on the blower (with special attention to the driveline
shields).
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FOREWORD
8
TO OUR CUSTOMER
The following pages and illustrations are printed to help
supply you with the knowledge to better operate and
service your Dion Forage Blower. Any piece of equip-
ment needs, and must have a
Certain amount of service and maintenance to keep it
in top running condition. We have attempted to cover all
the adjustments required to t most conditions; however,
there may be times when special care must be taken to
t a condition.
Study this operator’s manual carefully and become ac-
quainted with all the adjustments and operating proce-
dures before attempting to operate your new equipment.
Remember, it is a machine and it has been designed and
tested to do an efcient job in most operating conditions
and will perform in relation to the service it receives.
If special attention is required for some conditions, ask
your Dion Dealer; his parts and Service Organization will
be glad to help and answer any questions on operation
and service of your new machine.
THIS MANUAL SHOULD REMAIN WITH
THE MACHINE WHEN SOLD
This manual was prepared from the latest product in-
formation available at publication time. The Company
reserves the right to make changes at any time without
notice.
The safety section of your Operator’s manual is intend-
ed to point out some of the basic safety situations which
may be encountered during the normal operation and
maintenance of your Forage Blower, and to suggest
possible ways of dealing with these situations. This sec-
tion is NOT a replacement for other safety practices fea-
tured in other sections of this book.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Your Dion Warranty for this machine appears on your
copy of the Retail Purchase Order and Warranty Terms
and Conditions Statement which you received from your
dealer when you purchased the Blower.
As indicated on the Retail Purchase Order signed by
you and your dealer, you, the equipment purchaser,
shall assume charges for service calls or transportation
of equipment to and from the location of servicing Dion
dealer.
SAFETY
The safety of the operator is one of the main concerns
in designing and developing a new Forage Blower. De-
signers build in as many safety features as possible.
However, accidents still occur, which can be avoided by
proper thinking and a more careful approach to handling
farm machinery and implements.
Read and implement the safety instructions detailed in
the safety section of this manual.
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SAFETY RULES
9
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
The symbol above calls your attention to instructions concern-
ing your personal safety. It is found throughout the manual as
well as on the machine to point out specic hazards and ways
to avoid them. Always follow the instructions to minimize the
risk of personal injury or death.
DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION
Whenever you see the words and symbols shown below, used
in this manual and on decals, you MUST take note of their
instructions as they relate to personal safety.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous sit-
uation that, if not avoided, will result in DEATH
OR VERY SERIOUS INJURY.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous sit-
uation that, if not avoided, could result in DEATH
OR SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous sit-
uation that, if not avoided, may result in MINOR
INJURY.
IMPORTANT: The word IMPORTANT is used to identify spe-
cial instructions or procedure which, if not strictly observed,
could result in damage to, or destruction of the machine, pro-
cess or its surroundings.
NOTE: The word NOTE is used to indicate points of in-
terest for more efcient and convenient repair or
operation
SIGNS
WARNING: DO NOT remove or obscure Danger,
Warning, Caution safety signs or Instruction
signs that are not readable or are missing. Re-
placement signs are available from your Dealer in
the event of loss or damage. The actual location
of these Safety signs is illustrated on page 14.
FOLLOW A SAFETY PROGRAM
For proper operation of a Forage Blower, you must be a qual-
ied and authorized operator. To be qualied, you must read
and understand the written instructions supplied in this Oper-
ator’s Manual, have training, and know the safety rules and
regulations for the job.
Some local regulations specify that no one under the age of
16 years old, for example, may operate power machinery. This
includes tractors. It is your responsibility to know what these
regulations are, and obey them, in the operating area or situ-
ation. These will include, but are not limited to, the following
instructions for proper operation
WARNING: An operator should not use alcohol or
drugs which can change their alertness or co-or-
dination. An operator on prescription or “over the
counter” drugs needs medical advice on whether
or nor she can properly operate machines.
A WORD TO THE OPERATOR
It is YOUR responsibility to read and understand the
safety section in this manual before operating your ma-
chine. You must follow these safety instructions that take
you step by step through your working day.
In reading this section, you will note that illustrations
have been used to highlight certain situations. Each il-
lustration is numbered and the same number appears in
the text in parenthesis. This number is placed at the end
of the written text that refers to the illustration.
Remember that YOU are the key to proper operation of
the machinery. Good safety practices not only protect
you, but also the people around you. Study the features
in this manual and make them a working part of your
safety program. Keep in mind that this safety section is
written only for this type of machine. Practice all other
usual and customary working precautions, and above
all.
REMEMBER - SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
YOU CAN PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING: In some of the illustrations used in
this Operator Instruction Book, panels or guards
may have been removed for clarity. Never operate
the machine without these components in posi-
tion. If the removal of panels or guards is nec-
essary to make a repair, they MUST be replaced
before operation.
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SAFETY RULES
10
• Wear appropriate clothing, safety boots or shoes.
Do not operate the machine when visibility is bad, or
during night, in poor lighting.
• Keep children away from the machine at all times.
• Carefully read all safety signs applied on the machine.
If they are damaged, replace them immediately.
• Keep hands and clothes away from all moving parts.
• Never lubricate or clean any part while the machine
or tractor engine is running.
• If a feeding or throwing mechanism should become
jammed, never attempt to unblock it or remove any
material when the machine is in motion or the tractor
engine running.
• Never remove guards or make adjustments while the
machine or tractor engine is running.
• Before starting the tractor engine, make sure all
guards, shields, and doors are in place and properly
secured and check the machine thoroughly for possi-
ble loose parts or bolts and tighten them.
• Be very careful when adjusting the fan blades and
hopper auger.
• Before operating make sure that all projection pipes
are properly fastened..
• Keep hands and feet out of hopper when the drive-
line is coupled to the tractor and the tractor engine is
running.
• Do not climb over or around the hopper when the for-
age blower is in operation.
• If it is necessary to enter a silo, make sure it is well
ventilated.
• Always keep the forage blower hitch pinned to tractor
draw bar when operating..
• Make sure all rotating parts are stopped and the trac-
tor engine is turned off before cleaning or servicing
fan and conduct.
• After having performed any adjustments, be sure that
there are no tools in or on the machine.
• When proceeding onto a public road, always use a
safety chain with a minimum load of 6400 lbs (2910
kg) equipped with a identication plate and a hook
with safety lock.
• When proceeding onto a public road with a Blower
equipped with an hydraulic lift system, always close
the two safety valves (see Figure 39 à la page 29).
• Always make sure wheel bolts are well tighten before
proceeding onto a public road. The recommended
torque is 85 to 95 lbs/ft.
• Always install the manual jack (item 5 in Figure 32
on page 26), before uncoupling the Blower with a
1000 RPM transmission.
PTO OPERATION
• POWER-TAKE-OFF DRIVE - Before starting the
tractor engine make sure that the PTO driveline lock-
ing device is properly engaged onto both the tractor
and equipment drive shafts.
• Never wear loose clothing and keep people, espe-
cially children away from the driveline.
• Do not connect a tractor with a PTO speed of 540
RPM on a machine equipped with a 1000 RPM drive.
Do not connect a tractor with a PTO speed of 1000
RPM on a machine equipped with a 540 RPM drive.
• Never proceed to the starting of the machine before
making sure all PTO, machine and tractor shields are
well installed in place.
• The PTO driveline shields should turn freely, be well
connected and kept in good condition.
• Never step across any PTO driveline.
• Never use the PTO driveline as a step.
• Keep at least your height away from a rotating drive-
line.
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SAFETY RULES
11
RECOMMENDED WORKING AREA
FIGURE 1
The diagram in Figure 1 shows the recommended work-
ing area. It should be marked off with colored nylon or
plastic ropes as portable barriers to dene exactly the
designated working areas.
WARNING: To prevent personal injury, keep
all persons out of the working area.
WARNING: To prevent personal injury, the
work area must be smooth, clean and free of
debris and tools.
WORK ZONE
AUGER INTAKE AREA
PTO DRIVE AREA
PTO DRIVE AREA
BARN
OPERATOR AREA
BLOCKED WHEELS
BLOCKED
WHEELS
BLOCKED WHEELS
OPERATING AREA
KEEP CLEAN
TRACTOR
BEATER
BLOWER LOWERED
TO THE GROUND
AND STABILIZED
OVERHEAD WIRES
KEEP AWAY
Figure 1 Typical working area diagram
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SAFETY RULES
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PROCEDURES FOR STOPPING THE
FORAGE BLOWER
WARNING: To prevent personal injuries, do not
perform any kind of maintenance work while the
machine is running.
Before cleaning, adjusting, or greasing, the following
procedures should be followed to stop the Forage Blow-
er:
1. Disengage the tractor PTO.
2. Stop the tractor engine.
3. Set parking brake and remove the key.
4. Wait until all rotating movements have come to a
complete stop.
5. Remove the PTO chain.
6. Remove the driveline from the tractor output shaft
and attach it on its special support.
WARNING: Secure the PTO driveline to the sup-
port to prevent rotation of the fan or auger.
7. Block all equipment wheels.
GUARDS AND SHIELDS - FIGURE 2
The Forage Blower is equipped with guards and shields
at various locations. Observe the safety signs and follow
their instructions.
All guards and shields factory installed should be
in place and maintained in good condition.
1. The telescopic driveline which couples to the tractor
is covered with a rotating shield (item 1).
2. A hinged guard covers the driveline (item 2).
3. A hinged guard covers the belt mechanism, driving
the hopper auger (item 3).
1
3
2
4
Figure 2 Guards and shields
4. A hinged guard covers the main fan rear mechanism
(item 4).
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SAFETY DECALS
13
Figure 3 Safety decals
SAFETY SIGNS - FIGURE 3
NOTE: All safety signs should be kept as clean and free
of dust as possible.
NOTE: When safety signs are worn or if machine is re-
painted, order a complete kit of safety signs.
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SAFETY DECALS
14
SAFETY SIGN APPLICATION PROCEDURE
FIGURE 4, FIGURE 5 AND FIGURE 6
1. The surface should be free from dirt, grease, earth,
or any other foreign material.
2. When the surface is dry, remove a portion of the
backing paper and apply the decal in part and align
its position as per the surrounding parts. Slowly peel
off the remaining backing paper and apply hand
pressure.
3. Press slightly on the surface of the safety sign to re-
move all air bubbles.
Figure 4 Safety sign locations
6
4
7
5
WARNING
ATTENTION
ALLGUARDS, SHILEDSAND DOORS
SHOUILDBE IN PLACEANSPROPERLY
SECURTEDBEDORESTARTINGTHE
TRACTORENGINE
SHIELDS MISSING
DO NOT OPERATE
S’ASSURERQUETOUSLES GARDES,
LESPROTECTEURSETLES PORTES
SOIENT BIENENPLACEET DE FAÇON
SÉCURITAIREAVANT DEDÉMARRERLE
MOTEUR DUTRACTEUR
PROTECTEURS
MANQUANTS
NE PAS OPÉRER
WARNING
ATTENTION
DONOTOPEN WHILE
MACHINE IS INOPERATION
ARRÊTER LE MÉCANISME
AVANT D’OUVRIR
B58-24830
WARNING
ATTENTION
DONOTOPEN WHILE
MACHINE IS INOPERATION
ARRÊTERLEMÉCANISME
AVANT D’OUVRIR
B58-24830
DANGER
ILY A DES PIÈCE ROTATIVES À
L’INTÉRIEURDE CETTE OUVERTURE.
ARRÊTERLE MOTEUR DU TRACTEUR
ETDÉSENGAGER LA PRISE DE FORCE.
ATTENDREQUE TOUT MOUVEMENT
SOITARRÊTÉ AVANTD’AJUSTER OU
DENETTOYER
ROTATINGPARTSINSIDE THIS
OPENING.SHUT OFF TRACTOR ENGINE
ANDDISENGAGE POWER TAKE OFF
ANDWAIT FOR ALL THE MOTIONS TO
STOPBEFORE CLEANINFG OR
SERVICING
Figure 5 Safety sign locations
14
1
5
8-9-12-13
2
11
7
16
15
5
Figure 6 Safety sign locations
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
15
DRIVELINE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
FIGURE 7 TO FIGURE 12
Remove all cables and/or wires used for transportation.
Attach the draw bar to the Forage Blower main frame us-
ing bolts (item 4) already installed. Do not tighten these
bolts.
Attach the turnbuckle (item 5) to the Forage Blower us-
ing the bolts (item 6) already in place. Adjust the draw
bar height in relation to the tractor.
Carry out this adjustment making sure both the Forage
Blower and the tractor are on a level terrain (see Figure
29 à la page 24).
Tighten the draw bar nuts (item 4) and the turnbuckle nut
(item 6) by applying a light pressure.
7
6
4
6
5
Figure 7
Open the driveline guard (item 7) then slide and bolt
(item 8) the driveline to the fan shaft (item 9). Close the
guard and secure using the locks (item 10). Tighten bolt
(item 8) to 103 N-m.
7
9
10
10 8
7
Figure 8
Place the end of the 540 RPM driveline (item 1) that
connects to the tractor, in its support (item 2) by pushing
the yoke ring (item 3) then release it. The driveline will
thus be held securely during transport.
2
1
3
Figure 9 540 RPM driveline
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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Place the end of the 1000 RPM driveline (item 1) that
connects to the tractor, in its support (item 2) then se-
cure with the special lock (item 3) which is itself secured
with a safety spring pin (item 4).
1
1
2
3
4
5
5
Figure 10 1000 RPM driveline
Figure 11 Driveline
Lubricate the Forage Blower (refer to the lubrication In-
structions) and make sure that all rotating parts move
freely.
When the PTO is hitched to the tractor, insert the special
lock in the hole (item 5) provided for that purpose.
WARNING: Always install the manual jack (item
12) when the 1000 RPM Blower is not hitched to
the tractor.
12
Figure 12 Manual jack in place
To Blower
To tractor
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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NOTE: Must be installed on a blower with main shaft
specially designed for a 1000 rpm transmission
(without grooves, for driveline anchor bolt)
1. Remove driveline and guard (item 1).
2. Remove the two nuts (item 2), insert the two 1/2”
dia. lock washers (item 18) then install the U-shaped
support bracket (item 8).
NOTE: On the model with hydraulic lift, the U-shaped
support bracket (item 8) is already in place.
3. Fasten the top plate (item 3) to the gearbox using
the four 1/2” X 1 1/4” lg bolts and the four 1/2” lock
washers.
4. Fasten the lower plate (item 4) to the gearbox using
the three 5/16” X 5 1/2” lg bolts (item 20), twelve
5/16” washers (item 6) (the number of washers can
vary according the nal adjustment), three 5/16” lock
nuts (item 21) and three spacers (item 14).
NOTE: The 12 washers (item 6) must be inserted be-
tween the plate (item 4) and the gearbox as
needed. These washers will set the gearbox
parallel to the machine frame and thus avoiding
any pressure on the drive shaft.
5. Slide the gearbox onto the shaft (item 5).
6. Align the gearbox as shown on page 46.
7. Re-adjust the lower plate (item 4) with the at wash-
ers (item 6).
8. Fasten the plate (item 7) to the lower plate (item 4)
and to the U-shaped support bracket (item 8) with
two 5/8” X 1 1/2” lg hex head bolt (item 15), two lock
washers and two 5/8” nuts.
9. Install the upper elbow (item 9) in the appropriate
hole of the housing. Use teon tape.
10. Screw the four 5/8” X 1 1/2” lg bolts (item 15) with
four 5/8” nuts to the plate (item 11).
11. Install the plate (item 11) to the gearbox using the
two 1/2” X 1 1/4” bolts and two lock washers.
12. Install the lower elbow (item 12) and the coupling
(item 10). Use teon tape.
13. Fill up the gearbox with oil. Pour oil into the upper
elbow (item 9) until the oil comes out of the lower
elbow (item 12). Follow recommendations on page
32.
14. Screw the cap (item 17) to the elbow.
15. Install the breather (item 13).
16. Install the guard (item 1) with four 5/8” nuts.
17. Install the driveline.
18. Install the guard (item 16).
1000 RPM GEARBOX INSTALLATION PROCEDURE WHEN TRACTOR’S PTO SHAFT IS
LESS THAN 30” (76 CM) FROM THE GROUND - FIGURE 13 AND FIGURE 14
< 30” (76 cm) from the ground
Figure 13 Tractor PTO shaft at less than 30” from the ground
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Figure 14 Assembling the 1000 RPM gearbox
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1000 RPM GEARBOX INSTALLATION PROCEDURE WHEN TRACTOR’S PTO SHAFT IS
MORE THAN 30” (76 CM) FROM THE GROUND - FIGURE 15 AND FIGURE 16
> 30” (76 cm) from the ground
Figure 15 Tractor PTO shaft at more than 30” from the ground
NOTE: Must be installed on a blower with main shaft
specially designed for a 1000 rpm transmission
(without grooves, for driveline anchor bolt)
1. Remove driveline and guard (item 1).
2. Remove the two nuts (item 2), insert the two 1/2”
dia. lock washers (item 18) then install the U-shaped
support bracket (item 8).
3. Fasten the lower plate (item 4) to the gearbox using
the four 1/2” X 1 1/4” lg bolts and the four 1/2” lock
washers.
4. Fasten the upper plate (item 4) to the gearbox using
the three 5/16” X 5 1/2” lg bolts (item 20), twelve
5/16” washers (item 6) (the number of washers can
vary according the nal adjustment), three 5/16” lock
nuts (item 21) and three spacers (item 14).
NOTE: The 12 washers (item 6) must be inserted be-
tween the plate (item 4) and the gearbox as
needed. These washers will set the gearbox
parallel to the machine frame and thus avoiding
any pressure on the drive shaft.
5. Slide the gearbox onto the shaft (item 5).
6. Align the gearbox as shown on page 46.
7. Re-adjust the upper plate (item 3) with the at wash-
ers (item 6).
8. Fasten the plate (item 7) to the plate (item 3) and to
the U-shaped support bracket (item 8) with two 5/8”
X 1 1/2” lg hex head bolt (item 15), two lock washers
and two 5/8” nuts.
9. Install the lower elbow (item 9) and coupling (item
10) in the appropriate hole of the housing. Use teon
tape.
10. Screw the adapter (item 19).
11. Screw the four 5/8” X 1 1/2” lg bolts (item 15) with
four 5/8” nuts to the plate (item 11).
12. Install the plate (item 11) to the gearbox using the
two 1/2” X 1 1/4” bolts and two lock washers.
13. Install the upper elbow (item 12) and the coupling
(item 10). Use teon tape.
14. Fill up the gearbox with oil. Pour oil into the upper
elbow (item 12) until the oil comes out of the low-
er elbow (item 9). Follow recommendations on à la
page 32.
15. Screw cap (item 17) to the adapter (item 10).
16. Install the breather (item 13).
17. Install the guard (item 1) with four 5/8” nuts.
18. Install the driveline.
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Figure 16 Assembling the 1000 RPM gearbox
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