Farm King 1450 Product manual

Round Bale Carrier
1450
OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL
102018 46912

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Table of Contents - 1450 Round Bale Carrier
Table of Contents
General Specifications ................................................................................................................6
Introduction .................................................................................................................................7
Safety............................................................................................................................................8
• Safety ................................................................................................................................8
• General Safety..................................................................................................................9
• Start-up Safety .................................................................................................................9
• Operation Safety ..............................................................................................................9
• Transport Safety.............................................................................................................10
• Service and Maintenance Safety ..................................................................................10
• Storage Safety................................................................................................................10
• Safety Signs ...................................................................................................................10
• Safety Sign Installation .................................................................................................10
Assembly....................................................................................................................................13
• Tandem Axle Assembly Installation .............................................................................13
• Brace Weldment Installation .........................................................................................13
• Tail Light Assembly........................................................................................................13
• Bale Retainer Weldment ................................................................................................14
• Fixed Loading Arm.........................................................................................................14
• RPU Assembly................................................................................................................15
• Hydraulic Assembly.......................................................................................................16
• Electrical Assembly........................................................................................................16
Start-up ......................................................................................................................................17
• Pre-operation Checklist..................................................................................................17
Operation ...................................................................................................................................18
• Attaching Bale Carrier toTractor ...................................................................................18
• Optional Clevis Hitch .....................................................................................................18
• Attaching Bale Carrier Controls toTractor....................................................................18
• Carrier Control Operation..............................................................................................19
• Loading Bales.................................................................................................................19
• Optional Bale Stop.........................................................................................................20
• Bale Pusher Operation...................................................................................................20
• Transporting Bale Carrier ..............................................................................................21
• Unloading.......................................................................................................................21
• Full Indicator...................................................................................................................22

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Maintenance ..............................................................................................................................23
• Fasteners ........................................................................................................................23
• Hydraulic System...........................................................................................................23
• Chain...............................................................................................................................23
• Wheel/Tires ....................................................................................................................24
• Pivot Point Lubrication ..................................................................................................24
• Roller Chain Lubrication................................................................................................24
• Carrier Beam Lubrication ..............................................................................................24
• Storage ...........................................................................................................................25
Bolt Torque .................................................................................................................................26
• Checking BoltTorque .....................................................................................................26
Parts Drawings...........................................................................................................................28
• Electrical Drawing (Prior ro S/N BM1450R13000001 & BM1450S13000033) ............28
• Electrical Drawing (S/N BM1450R13000001 & BM1450S13000033 and later)..........29
• Control Handle Assembly Drawing and Parts List ......................................................30
• Valve bank Assembly Drawing and Parts List..............................................................31
• Manifold Service Parts Drawing and Parts List ...........................................................32
• Manifold Drawing ..........................................................................................................33
• Hydraulic Return Line Assembly Drawing and Parts List ...........................................34
• Hydraulic Pressure Line Assembly Drawing and Parts List........................................35
• CarrierTilt Cylinders Hydraulic 3/8 Line Drawing and Parts List................................36
• CarrierTilt Cylinder Assembly Drawing and Parts List ...............................................37
• Carrier Bundled Assembly Drawing .............................................................................28
• Carrier Bundled Assembly Parts List ............................................................................29
• Carrier Hydraulic Assembly Drawing - Standard Configuration................................30
• Carrier Hydraulic Parts List - Standard Configuration.................................................31
• Fixed Pick Up Cylinder Assembly Drawing and Parts List ..........................................38
• Pusher Motor Assembly Drawing and Parts List.........................................................39
• Carrier Hydraulic Assembly Drawing and Parts List ...................................................40
• Carrier Hydraulic Assembly Hardware Drawing and Parts List..................................41
• Carrier Bundled Assembly Drawing and Parts List .....................................................42
• Tail Light Assembly Drawing and Parts List.................................................................44
• Carrier Final Assembly Drawing and Parts List ...........................................................46
• Carrier Initial Assembly Drawing and Parts List ..........................................................48
• CompleteTandem Axle Assembly Drawing and Parts List .........................................50
• Tire Assembly Drawing and Parts List .........................................................................51
• Tandem Axle Assembly Drawing and Parts List..........................................................52
• Hub Assembly Drawing and Parts List .........................................................................53
• Pusher Assembly Drawing and Parts List ....................................................................54
• Bale Stop Bundle Drawing and Parts List ....................................................................55

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• Roller/Chain Guide Assembly Drawing and Parts List ................................................56
• Fixed Pick Up Arm Hydraulic Assembly Drawing and Parts List................................57
• Fixed Pick Up Arm with Deflector RH Side Assembly Drawing and Parts List..........58
• RPU Squeeze Cylinder Drawing and Parts List............................................................60
• RPU Lift Cylinder Drawing and Parts List.....................................................................61
• RPU Rotate Cylinder Drawing and Parts List ...............................................................62
• RPU RH Side Assembly Drawing and Parts List - Optional ........................................64
• Hydraulic RPU Assembly Drawing and Parts List - Optional......................................66
• RPU Schematic...............................................................................................................67
• Optional Adjustable Bale Stop Assembly Drawing and Parts List .............................68
• Optional Clevis Hitch Assembly Drawing and Parts List.............................................69
• Standard Hitch Assembly Drawing and Parts List.......................................................70
Delivery Checklist ......................................................................................................................71
• Pre-delivery ....................................................................................................................71
• Customer Delivery .........................................................................................................71
Warranty.....................................................................................................................................72
Manufacturer’s Statement: for technical reasons Buhler Industries Inc. reserves the right to modify
machinery design and specifications provided herein without any preliminary notice.
Information provided herein is of descriptive nature. Performance quality may depend on soil fertility,
applied agricultural techniques, weather conditions and other factors.

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General Specifications - 1450 Round Bale Carrier
General Specifications
Dimensions
• Length: 44' (13.4 m)
• Deck length: 37' (11.3 m)
• Width: 8'6" (2.6 m)
• Weight (empty): 5495 lb (2498 kg)
• Drawbar vertical load (empty): 1365 lbf (6071 n)
• GVW: 18720 lb (8491 kg)
Capacity
• Total bale payload: 13225 lb (6000 kg)
• Bales 6' (1.8 m) diameter maximum to 4' (1.2 m) diameter minimum
• Hay crop, stover, small grains, and flax straw
• Eight 4' (1.2 m) wide bales
• Seven 5' (1.52 m) wide bales
Tires
• 4-12.5 L x 15 Fl - 12 ply, Load Range F, Farm Hwy ServiceTire
• 6 bolt heavy-duty hubs with twine guards
• Walking beam axle design
Control Handle
• Power: 12v
• Fuse: 15 amp (surge protection provided on machine)
Hydraulics
• Two remote tractor hydraulics circuits required for operation
• Operates with either closed-center ot open-center/load sensing hydraulics
• Hydraulic system selectable by rocker switch
• One Lift cylinder with restrictor
• OneTilt cylinder with restrictor
• Two 22.2" cu. (363.79 cu cm) hydraulic motors
Tractor
• Size: 60 hp (45kW) recommended
• Weight: As per ASAE specification ASAE S365.4 the tractor must weight 12480 lb (5660 kg) to
adequately handle a GVW of 18720 lb (8491 kg)
• Maximum loaded towing speed 20 mph (32 km/h)

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Introduction - 1450 Round Bale Carrier
Introduction
This manual has been provided as information regarding the specifications, safe operation and
maintenance of your agricultural 1450 Bale Carrier. Read and understand this manual and the
tractor manual prior to operating to obtain the best use of operating your 1450 bale carrier.
Your new bale carrier is designed to retrieve, transport, and unload a wide range of round bales.
Sizes that can be accommodated range from 4’ (1.2 m) diameter to 6’ (1.8 m) diameter in a variety
of hay and stover crops as well as small grain and flax straw.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference. All new operators or owners must review the
manual before using the equipment and at least annually thereafter. Contact your Farm King
Dealer if you need assistance, information, or additional copies of the manual. Visit our website at
www.buhlerindustries.com for a complete list of dealers in your area.
The directions left, right, front and rear, as mentioned throughout this manual, are as seen facing
in the direction of travel of the implement.

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Safety
Safety Instructions
Remember,YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you, but also the
people around you. Make these practices a working part of your safety program. Be certain that
everyone operating this equipment is familiar with the recommended operating and maintenance
procedures and follows all the safety precautions. Most accidents can be prevented. Do not risk
injury or death by ignoring good safety practices.
The alert symbol is used throughout this manual. It indicates attention is required and identifies
hazards. Follow the recommended precautions.
The safety alert symbol means…
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
CAUTION
The caution symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It
may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
WARNING
The Warning Symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury, and
includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed. It
may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
DANGER
The Danger Symbol indicates an imminently hazardous situation
that, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury. This
signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations,
typically for machine components that, for functional purposes,
cannot be guarded.
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General Safety Instructions
• Have a first-aid kit available for use and know how to use it.
• Have a fire extinguisher available, stored in a highly visible location, and know how to use it.
• Wear appropriate protective gear.This list may include but is not limited to:
- hard hat
- protective shoes with slip resistant soles
- protective glasses or goggles
- heavy gloves
- wet weather gear
- hearing protection
- respirator or filter mask
• Read and understand the Operator’s Manual and all safety signs before operating, servicing,
adjusting, repairing, or unplugging the equipment.
• Do not attempt any unauthorized modifications to your Farm King product as this could
affect function or safety, and could affect the life of the equipment.
• Inspect and clean the working area before operating.
• Keep hands, feet, clothing, and hair away from moving parts.
• Ensure bystanders are clear of the area before operating.
Start-up Safety
• Do not let inexperienced operators or children run this equipment.
• Place all tractor and machine controls in neutral before starting.
• Ensure all shields are in place and in good condition before operating.
Operation Safety
• Do not permit riders.
• Do not wear loose fitting clothing during operation.
• Do not load bales of sizes not out lined in the specifications section.
• Never operate with frayed or damaged hoses or leaking fittings.
• If for some reason you feel the tractor tipping immediately lower lift arm.
• Do not raise lift arm to extreme heights while tractor is on an incline. Be alert for terrain
changes and adjust accordingly.
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Transport Safety
• ReviewTransport Safety instructions in tractor manual before moving.
• Check with local authorities regarding transport on public roads. Obey all applicable laws
and regulations.
• Make sure the SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) emblem and all the lights and reflectors that are
required by the local highway and transport authorities are in place, are clean, and can be
seen clearly by all overtaking and oncoming traffic.
• Do not overload the GVW of 18720 lb (8491 kg) and when loaded keep the speed below 20
mph (32 km/h).
• Allow for bale carrier and tractor length when turning.
• Never have the equipment in operation during transport
• Always travel at a safe speed.
Service and Maintenance Safety
• Stop engine, set brake, remove ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before
servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging.
• Follow good shop practices including:
- keep service area clean and dry
- be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded
- use adequate light for the job.
• Do not attempt to clear any blockage or reach into the bale carrier with your arm or leg
unless the tractor engine is stopped.
• Never work beneath a raised lift arm unless it is securely supported.
• Use only tools, jacks, and hoists of sufficient capacity for the job.
• Replace and secure all shields removed during servicing before operating.
• Use heavy leather gloves to handle sharp objects.
Storage Safety
• Store the unit in an area away from human activity.
• Do not permit children to play on or around the stored machine.
• Cover sharp or extending components to prevent injury from accidental contact.
Safety Signs
• The following illustration shows the approximate location and detail of safety signs.
• Keep all safety signs clean and legible and replace any that are damaged or missing.
• When original parts are replaced, any safety signs affixed to those parts should be replaced
as well. Replacement safety signs are available from your local dealer.
Installation
• To install safety signs, ensure the installation area is clean and dry. Decide on the exact
position before you remove the backing paper. Remove the smallest portion of the split
backing paper and align over the specified area. Carefully press in place.
• Slowly peel back the remaining paper and smooth the remaining portion in place. Small air
pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out.
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PUSHER
BALE STOP
JACK
VALVE BANK
FRONT STOP
BALE LIFT ARM
BALE FORK WITH DEFLECTOR
BALE FORK
CARRIER BEAM
SLOW MOVING VEHICLE
FRONT CROSSMEMBER
SECOND CROSSMEMBER
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Safety - 1450 Round Bale Carrier
Parts List - Decals
Item Part Number Description Qty
1 813624 Caution - Keep all shields in place... 1
2 813625 Important - Running pusher past amber reflector... 1
3 21867 Grease Daily 6
4 813626 Caution - Safety chain must be secured and locked... 1
5 813627 Warning - Moving part hazard... 1
6 813632 Warning - Pinching hazard... 1
7 813633 Important - Maximum recommended tire inflation... 2
8 813635 Warning - High-pressure fluid hazard 1
9 21975-02 Important - Gross vehicle weight rating... 1
10 813637 Danger - Bale lift arm can cause serious injury... 1
11 813636 Danger - Bale lift arm can cause serious pinching... 1
12 815004 Farm King 2
13 815002 1450 2
14 813952 Bale carrier snubber (prior to S/N BM1450R000001
& S/N BM1450S13000033)
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15 967053 Red reflective 3
16 967055 Yellow reflective 11
17 813628 Amber reflective 2
18 105420 Serial number 1
19 A7017-00 SMV sign 1
20 SZ000560 Attention - Hitch BoltsTorqued 1

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Assembly - 1450 Round Bale Carrier
Assembly
CAUTION Make sure area is clear of obstructions, well lit, and has sufficient
room for safe assembly. Do not work underneath raised assembly.
CAUTION
Ensure the carrier's tires and hitch are securely blocked.
Otherwise, verify the carrier is properly coupled to the drawbar on
a tractor with a minimum of 12480 lb (5660 kg).
Tandem Axle Assembly Installation
(Refer to Carrier Bundled Assembly Drawing)
• Raise the main assembly to a maximum of three feet to insert the tandem axle assembly
(A2400-14) on both sides. Make sure that the assembly is securely held in place. Support
assembly with the appropriate rated stands for the load.
• Insert the tandem axle assembly on to the axle beam (815319).
• Insert the tandem axle locator (C8005-00) between the tandem axle assembly bushings,
continue to insert the axle assembly.
• Insert nut (984077) and set screw (813547) into the locator.
• Install tires.
• Torque all fasteners to the torque specifications listed in the bolt torque section of this
manual.
• Lubricate axle and hubs; refer to lubrication section for details.
• Recheck all bolt torques after first use.
Brace Weldment Installation
(Refer to Carrier Bundled Assembly Drawing)
• The carrier has six braces that need to be installed on the undercarriage of the main
assembly.
• All fasteners require a flat washer and a lock nut.
• Loosely assemble and fasten all braces.
• Torque all hardware to the required torque specifications listed on the maintenance section
of this manual.
Tail Light Assembly
(Refer to Carrier Bundled Assembly Drawing)
• Remove and inspect all required hardware from parts box.
• Mount lights using fasteners supplied.
• Connect the taillight wiring harnesses to their appropriate connections.
• Connect main lighting plug to tractor.
• Test by verifying correct lamps illuminate when signalling and braking.

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Assembly - 1450 Round Bale Carrier
Bale Retainer Weldment
• Remove the hardware from parts box and transfer on to bale retainer weldment. Place the
weldment on the matching bolt holes in the position shown in Carrier Bundled Assembly
drawing.Torque the provided hardware to the specifications listed on the bolt chart.
Fixed Loading Arm with Bale Deflector
CAUTION
Stay clear of the arm when testing a finished assembly. Ensure
during assembly to keep your entire body out from underneath
parts that are being attached to the main frame.
• Remove lift arm pivot pins that are installed on the carrier.
• Thoroughly lubricate all pins involved in the assembly with SAE
multi purpose grease.
• Align arm to pivots with open end of arm facing forward
and reinstall pins with hardware provided and torque to
specifications called for in the bolt chart.
• Remove the lift cylinder pin from the arm.
• Align the lift cylinder rod and reinstall the pin.
• Adjust the outside bale fork to be positioned at the end of the lift arm. Adjust the center to
center distance between the outer and inner fork per the table below. Fine tune this adjust as
required for optimum performance.
- 6 foot dia. bales - 48" center distance
- 5 foot dia. bales - 44" center distance
- 4 foot dia. bales - 38" center distance
• Recheck all hardware so that every bolted connection on the lift arm is torqued according to
the specifications of the bolt chart.
• Approach the bale and inspect to ensure the spacing of the forks is accurate.
• For first operation, cycle the lift arm slowly with a bale and inspect just before lifting bale
from ground.
• Finish the cycle and observe how the bale transits from the forks to the carrier beam. If
transition is smooth with minimum bale binding, assembly is completed. If not, adjust the
forks to a different location and try until loading is smooth.

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Assembly - 1450 Round Bale Carrier
RPU Assembly
• Remove lift cylinder and install pilot check assembly.
• Reinstall cylinder at base end only.
• Lubricate all pins involved in RPU attachment with a SAE
multi purpose grease.
• Align arm to pivots with open end of arm facing away
from the carrier and reinstall pins with hardware provided
and torque to specifications called for in the bolt chart.
• Remove the lift cylinder pin from the RPU arm.
• Align the lift cylinder rod and reinstall the pin.
• Adjust the outside bale fork to be positioned at the
end of the lift arm and the inner bale fork 6" (15 cm)
to 8" (20 cm) bigger than the size of bale that is being
loaded.
• Install the hydraulics according to the hydraulic
assembly. Hose clamp is available to attach hoses to bottom of chain rail.
• Recheck all hardware so that every bolted and hydraulic connection on the lift arm is torqued
according to the specifications of the torque charts.
• The RPU cycle should begin with a squeeze action, then lift and rotate. After rotation is
complete the lift continues until the bale is above the carrier beams.
• Release lift arm up when bale is above the carrier beam. Depress lift arm down to release the
bale and return to ground level ready for the next bale.
• For the first operation, cycle the lift arm slowly with the bale and observe the RPU operation.
• Approach the bale slowly; once the bale is captured in the forks press the lift switch.The bale
is squeezed until the pressure in the sequence valve, which is preset at 1800 psi (12400 kpa),
has been achieved.
• If bale is not held in between the forks increase the sequence valve pressure by turning the
setscrew clockwise. Refer to the RPU rotate cylinder drawing for adjustment location of the
setscrew. Verify that the fork spacing is accurate and refer to the drawing on this page for
fork adjustments.
• The lift and rotate sequence won’t begin until the clamp pressure is met within the sequence
valve.
• When the clamp pressure is met, the lifting action should start before the rotating action to
minimize bale damage from the moving ground.
• To increase lift prior to rotate turn the restrictor knob clockwise. Refer to the RPU rotate
cylinder drawing for more information.
• Continue to raise the bale until it is positioned above the carrier beam.
• To release the bale, depress lift arm down.
• Finish the cycle and observe how the bale transits from the forks to the carrier beam. If
transition is smooth with minimum bale binding, assembly is completed. If not, adjust the
forks to a different location and try until loading is smooth.

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Hydraulic Assembly
NOTE: Seal kits and service parts are only listed in the parts lists and are not indicated on the
illustrations.
Electrical Assembly
WARNING
Read and understand the safety messages listed in the bale
carrier operator manual. Shut off all power to unit before
inspecting, servicing, adjusting or repairing the bale carrier.
Prior to S/N BM1450R13000001 & S/N BM1450S13000033
WARNING
For proper operation of the snubber, power must be supplied
to the RED power wire from the control handle. Ensure that there
is a 15-amp fuse in place to protect this circuit. Verify prior to
installing snubber. Incorrect wiring will result in electrical failure.
NOTE:The snubber unit is designed to protect the momentary control switches.The snubber
minimizes coil voltage discharge during the de-energizing of the valve solenoid coils.There are no
serviceable parts within the unit. Ensure that all electrical connections are clean and dry.Test the
bale carrier and view to see if the hydraulic system is operating correctly. If any wires are damaged
or cut, the schematic on the next page will assist in repair and maintenance. All wire is 18 gage.
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Start-up - 1450 Round Bale Carrier
Start-up
Pre-operation Checklist
To ensure safe and proper operation of the bale carrier, inspect the following items prior to
operation and daily thereafter. Refer to operation, lubrication and maintenance sections for detailed
instructions.
□Prior to first use verify that the bale carrier has been properly assembled and that the operator
understands the safety, operating, and maintenance requirements.
□Check for missing fasteners and replace if necessary. Refer to maintenance section for details.
□Check and maintain proper tire pressure of 90 psi (620 kpa).
□Check for loose wheel bolts. Bolts must be torqued to 110 ft lb (149 Nm).
□Clean bale carrier of any foreign material that may have accumulated from previous run.
□Lubricate all points requiring daily lubrication.
□Check chain tension and adjust if necessary with front sprocket adjusting bolt (approximately
6" (15 cm) of upward slack).This is verified by raising the chain by hand.
□Ensure top surface of bale carrier beams are properly coated with a graphite coating to reduce
bale friction while pushing bales back.
□Ensure that the tractor used to pull the bale carrier is in working order according to the tractor
manual.
□Verify the bale carrier is properly coupled to the tractor with the safety chain.
□Inspect all safety reflective decals, slow moving vehicle decals and lights where applicable.
□Inspect the hydraulic system on the bale carrier and your tractor for leaks or any other
damage.
□Ensure the control handle actions reflect the movements of the bale carrier.
□Inspect all electrical connections to ensure proper function of the machine.
□Ensure transport safety chain is disengaged from bale lift arm and stored on chain lug located
on second cross member. Failure to do so may cause damage to lift arm.
CAUTION
Make sure the tractor has a 60 hp (45 kw) or greater rating
and a mass of 12480 lb (5660 kg). Make sure the drawbar is
capable of supporting the bale carrier empty or loaded.
WARNING
The tractor must be equipped with an approved Roll Over
Protection Structure (ROPS) and seat belts to help prevent
personal injury or death caused by tractor roll over.

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Operation - 1450 Round Bale Carrier
Operation Instructions
CAUTION
Prior to operation ensure the operator has read and understands
the safety requirements of the bale carrier. Ensure the
pre-operation checks have been completed prior to operation.
Attaching Bale Carrier toTractor
CAUTION
Shut off tractor, engage parking brake and remove key before
working around bale carrier. Refer to tractor manual for tractor
parking procedures.
CAUTION
Use only the drawbar to couple the bale carrier to the
tractor. Ensure drawbar is capable of handling the bale carrier
load.The tractor must have a minimum mass of 12480 lb (5660
kg) and recommended 60 hp (45 kw).
• Using the tongue jack, raise tongue to align with hitch pin, adjust clevis position as necessary
to level the carrier beams.
• Position tractor and secure with locking type drawbar pin (not supplied). Use an approved
hitch pin with a mechanical retainer.
• Route safety chain around the hitch clevis, around drawbar support and back hook. Refer to
tractor manual for further drawbar instructions.
• Do not use intermediate support on drawbar as attaching point.
• Store safety chain off the ground when not in use. If safety chain is damaged in any way,
contact your dealer for a replacement.
Optional Clevis Hitch (SZ000513)
• For tractors not equipped with a clevis drawbar, a clevis hitch for the bale carrier is available.
Use an approved hitch pin with a retainer.
Attaching Bale Carrier Controls toTractor
• Bale lift and push functions are controlled by the bale carrier valve.Two hoses complete with
black hydraulic tip covers supply pressure and tank.The retraction hose is designated with a
check valve and ensures proper flow through the valve. Connect the return hose to the retract
circuit and the extend hose to opposite extend port.
• The tilt function is controlled by the tractor’s remote valve.Two hoses complete with red
hydraulic tip covers supply extension and retraction.
• Connect control handle harness to the machine harness. Connection is made at the snubber
unit by matching the appropriate socket and plug.
• The power required to operate the Bale Carrier is supplied by the tractors 12-volt electrical
system.Tractors without a female power plug as standard equipment will requireTractor
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and green to the tractor ground.The 15-amp fuse must be used on the positive wire as
supplied.
• For tractors with the operator's station further from the hitch point, 4WD for example, a 10'
extension harness, 816017, is available.
• Verify bale carrier operation matches bale carrier control handle decal.
• Select your hydraulic system using the switch located behind the hydraulic manifold.
• For tractors with open-center power beyond or load sense hydraulic systems, set switch to
open.
• For tractors with closed-center hydraulic systems, set switch to close
Carrier Control Operation
• To start bale carrier operation, engage the remote hydraulic valve in the
extension position. Lock valve in detent. Valve to remain constantly on
during operation.
• The control handle is fitted with one rocker switch and two momentary
contact rocker switches.They function as follows:
- Pusher Speed: Select high (rabbit) to operate pusher motors in series
at high speed or low (turtle) to operate in parallel at low speed.Torque
is increased at low speed and pushes bales with more force.
- Pusher: Depress and hold pusher forward to move forward. Depress
and hold pusher back to move pusher back.
- Lift Arm: Depress and hold lift arm up to raise lift arm. Depress and
hold lift arm down to lower lift arm.
• To operate raise / lower tilt function engage the remote hydraulic valve
in the extension position to raise the tilt deck and engage the retract
position to lower the deck.
Loading Bales
WARNING Make sure area is clear before lowering bale lift-arm. Failure to
do so could result in injury or death.
• Align the tractor and bale carrier as indicated in the pictoral
for pick up method used. Slowly approach the bale at 5 mph
(8 km/h) while loading. When bale is properly captured,
begin to lift bale.
• The bale carrier is designed to load bales with one of three
options. Refer to the appropriate section for your option
loading instructions.
NOTE: Before loading bale the pusher must be at the front
of the carrier deck.
• The Fixed Pickup Arm with Deflector allows the bales to
be picked up from either “End On” or “Side On.” To pickup
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the loading fork is against the inner edge of the bale.The bale will then be loaded onto the
carrier in the same direction as it was picked up.
• The deflector rotates the bale 90 before it is lifted up onto the carrier. Forward travel is used
to rotate the bale. Approach the bale so that the outer end of the bale rides up on the bale
deflector as the loading arm moves under the bale.
• The bale is loaded onto the carrier deck by depressing and holding RH LIFT ARM UP until the
bale rolls off the pickup arm and onto the carrier beams.
NOTE: The bale should be contacted about 12" (30
cm) from its outer end when using the bale deflector.
Contacting the bale further to the inside may result in
damage to the deflector, bale lift arm or bale.
• The rotating pick up arm (RPU) loads bales “side on”.The
lift arm starts in the lowered position. Drive forward until
the forks are positioned around the ends of the bale with
the inside stationary fork as close as possible to the bale.
Depress and hold lift arm up.The bale is then squeezed on
end until the pressure matches the sequence valve setting
that rotates and raises the bale.
When the bale is lifted above, the bale is released by
depressing lift arm down.This releases the bale and
returns the RPU to the ready state for the next bale. Refer
to the assembly instructions for adjusting RPU’s settings.
Optional Bale Stop (815692)
• When loading narrower bales (4'), an adjustable bale stop is
available. Using this stop permits loading bales closer to the
front of the bale carrier so a full complement of 10 bales can
be loaded.This stop is bolted to the lift arm with supplied
U-Bolts and is adjusted to the position desired.
Bale Pusher Operation
NOTE: Lower loading arm before operating the pusher.
CAUTION To avoid misbalanced loads the operator is only required to
push back one bale length to prepare for the next bale.
• Depress and hold pusher back and move bales far enough to the rear to provide room to load
the next bale.
• Return pusher all the way to the front by depressing and holding pusher forward.
• Hi speed / low torque mode is recommended for normal use.
• Low speed / high torque mode is for heavier payloads or situations where bales are wet or
resist sliding.
Operation - 1450 Round Bale Carrier