McHale Fusion 2 Assembly instructions

Fusion 2
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Fusion 2 Baler Wrapper
Operator Instruction Manual
Issue 2
McHale Engineering Limited,
Castlebar Rd, Ballinrobe
Co. Mayo, Ireland.
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ENGINEERING
Fusion 2
Fusion 2Fusion 2
Fusion 2 Baler Wrapper
Operator Instruction Manual
Issue 2
(Valid up to Serial Number 654555)
McHale Engineering,
Castlebar Rd, Ballinrobe
Co. Mayo, Ireland.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: s[email protected]t
Website: www.mchale.net

McHale Fusion 2 Introduction section 01-1
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1. Introduction
The McHale Fusion round baler wrapper combination is a completely new
product. This product combines the baling process with the wrapping process all in
one machine. The design has been carried out on the basis of long term constant
research and development in the field of round bale wrappers and round balers.
According to consequent professional product development and proper care the
McHale Fusion will provide years of reliable and dependable performance. However
it is also important that everybody who operates this machine reads and
understands this manual before operating the machine. If any of the instructions
appear unclear do not hesitate to contact your McHale dealer. It is vital to replace
defective parts of the machine immediately and to use only genuine McHale spare
parts, as these are designed and manufactured to the same standard as the original
machine. These may be obtained through your McHale dealer.
Description of a fully trained operator: The McHale Fusion will require a
fully trained operator. This is someone who has read and fully understood all of the
contents of this instruction manual. They must be aware of all safety instructions, of
all functions and controls, both hydraulic and electrical. The operator is solely
responsible for safe use and maintenance of the machinery in accordance with this
manual. It is highly recommended that training be sought from your local dealer. The
operator must be constantly vigilant of their surroundings and should always think,
safety first. The machine is only to be used for it’s designated purpose as is outlined
above.
Note: The above description is a guideline only, and as a rule, it is highly
recommended to get acquainted slowly at first with any new machinery. Take the
time to both learn and understand all the features of the machine. Proficiency will
increase as more experience is obtained.
It is important to quote the machine serial number when ordering spare parts
or requesting technical assistance. Space is provided below to record machine
details:
If you require further copies of this instruction
manual please quote part number: CLT00
Due to a policy of continuous product development and improvement, McHale Engineering Ltd.
reserves the right to alter machine specifications without prior notice. Please note that all
specifications marked with an in this manual only relate to certain models or optional equipment.
Also these specifications may not be available in all countries.
Serial number:
Year of manufacture:
Date of delivery:

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2. Contents
Section Page
1. Introduction …...………………………………………………….. 01-1
2. Contents ……………………………………………………………... 02-i
3. Getting familiar with the McHale Fusion ……………………….. 03-1
4. General Safety
4.1 Be aware of all safety information……………………….. 04-1
4.2 Follow all safety instructions……………………………... 04-1
4.3 Store all items carefully ……………………………... 04-1
4.4 Protective clothing ……………………………………. 04-1
4.5 In of emergencies ……………………………………. 04-2
4.6 Stay clear of rotating elements ……………………..… 04-2
4.7 Operating the McHale Fusion with safety …………... 04-2
4.8 In the event of a fire ……………………………………. 04-2
4.9 General safety warnings ……………………………... 04-3
5. Specific safety warnings
5.1 Electronic safety warnings ……………………………... 05-1
5.2 Hydraulic safety warnings ……………………………... 05-1
5.3 Noise level ………………………………………………… 05-2
5.4 Fire precautions ………………………………………….. 05-2
5.5 Special safety devices/ instructions …………………. 05-2
5.6 Safety/ instruction decal locations …………………. 05-3
5.7 Description of safety warnings and instructions …….. 05-5
5.8 Description of the serial number plate …………………. 05-9
5.9 Machine lifting eye location points …………………. 05-10
6. Tractor requirements and preparations
6.1 Tractor requirements ……………………………………. 06-1
6.2 Control box installation ……………………………... 06-1
6.3 Lighting system ………………………………………….. 06-2
6.4 Attaching the Fusion to a 540 rpm PTO…………………. 06-2
6.5 Attaching to drawbar ……………………………………. 06-2
6.6 Attaching break away brake……………………………… 06-2
6.7 What is the hydraulic system on the tractor and
how does it affect the Fusion set-up? ……………………….. 06-3
6.8 What hydraulic system does the tractor use? …….. 06-4
6.9 Hydraulic spool valve set-up ……………………….. 06-5
6.10 Attaching hydraulic hosing to tractor …………………. 06-6
6.11 Connecting the control box……………………………... 06-6
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7. Baler requirements and preparation
7.1 Net requirements………………………………………….. 07-1
7.2 Care of the net roll ……………………………………. 07-1
7.3 Care of the net wrapping system ……………………….. 07-1
7.4 Loading netter system ……………………………………. 07-2
7.5 Net cutter setting………………………………………….. 07-3
7.6 Net tension bar setting……………………………………. 07-4
7.7 Chopper unit knife removal and installation …………... 07-5
7.8 Automatic lubrication system ……………………….. 07-7
7.9 Gear box oil………………………………………………… 07-8
7.10 Tyre inflation pressures ……………………………... 07-8
7.11 Drawbar and PTO shaft stand usage …………………. 07-9
7.12 Drawbar adjustment ……………………………………. 07-11
7.13 PTO shaft adjustment ……………………………... 07-11
8. Electronic control system
8.1 Control box functions ……………………………………. 08-1
8.2 Menu Structure ………………………………………….. 08-3
8.3 Control box features ……………………………………. 08-5
8.4 Error messages and their meaning …………………. 08-11
8.5 Running a simulated “bale to wrapping” cycle … …. 08-14
9. Wrapper operation
9.1 Loading plastic film ……………………………………. 09-1
9.2 Plastic film requirements ……………………………... 09-3
9.3 Wrapping process ……………………………………. 09-4
9.4 Dispenser adjustment ……………………………………. 09-4
9.5 Cut and hold system ……………………………………. 09-5
10. Road traffic safety and operation
10.1 Before travelling on any public roadway …………... 10-1
10.2 Road transportation ……………………………………. 10-2
10.3 Road transportation with side tip attached …………... 10-2
10.4 Break away brake……………………………….……….. 10-3
11. Baler field operation and adjustments
11.1 Break in period ………………………………………….. 11-1
11.2 Swath preparation ……………………………………. 11-1
11.3 Pick-up adjustment ……………………………………. 11-2
11.4 Crop guard adjustment ……………………………... 11-2
11.5 Unblocking system ……………………………………. 11-3
11.6 Chopping system ……………………………………. 11-4
11.7 Knife pressure gauge……………………………………. 11-4
11.8 Bale density gauge ……………………………………. 11-5
11.9 Setting chamber pre-charge pressure…………………. 11-5
11.10 Top and bottom door locks ……………………….. 11-6
11.11 Spare film holders and door safety latch operation…. 11-6
11.12 Adjusting pick-up float spring ……………………….. 11-7
11.13 Chain adjustments ……………………………………. 11-8
11.14 Net wrapping system ..………………………………… 11-14

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12. Accessories and optional equipment
12.1 Accessory and optional equipment availability …….. 12-1
12.2 Knife blanks ………………………………………….. 12-1
12.3 Wheel Chocks ………………………………………….. 12-2
12.4 Tool box ………………………………………………… 12-2
12.5 Drawbar hitch options ……………………………... 12-2
12.6 Stand options ………………………………………….. 12-3
12.7 Brake options ………………………………………….. 12-3
12.8 Tyre options ………………………………………….. 12-3
12.9 Side tip option ………………………………………….. 12-3
12.10 Dispenser gear options ……………………………... 12-4
13. Attachments
13.1 Side tip ………………………………………………… 13-1
14. Machine maintenance
14.1 Maintenance intervals ……………………………... 14-1
14.2 Tightening torque values ……………………………... 14-3
15. Storage
15.1 End of season ………………………………………….. 15-1
15.2 Start of season ………………………………………….. 15-1
16. Technical specifications
16.1 General dimensions/ specifications …………………. 16-1
16.2 Tractor attachment ……………………………………. 16-1
16.3 Machine specifications ……………………………... 16-1
16.4 Tyre specifications ……………………………………. 16-2
16.5 Declaration of conformity ……………………………... 16-2
18. Limited warranty …………………………………………………. 18-1

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McHale Fusion 2 main component reference section 03-1
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3. Getting familiar with the McHale Fusion

McHale Fusion 2 round baler wrapper operators instruction manual
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