ORKEL MC850 User manual

User Manual
MC850 Compactor
MC850.UM.2A.EN
Original version. Published 2021.
According to Directive 2006/42/EC, Annex | 1.7.4.1
Orkel AS
Johan Gjønnes' veg 25
7320 Fannrem, Norway
Valid from serial number: 21229004
Orkel part number: 16825
orkel.no/qr/mc

Table of contents
1 General 10
1.1 Introduction 10
1.1.1 Foreword 10
1.1.2 Disclaimer 10
1.1.3 Range of use 10
1.2 Control before delivery 11
1.2.1 Preparation at customer location 11
1.3 Identification of the machine 11
1.4 The operators manual 11
1.4.1 How to use this manual 11
1.5 Warranty 12
1.6 Declaration of conformity 13
2 Safety 14
2.1 Introduction 14
2.2 Symbols 14
2.2.1 Warning, danger and caution 14
2.3 Emergency stop 16
2.4 To the operator 17
2.4.1 Exercise of security 17
2.4.2 Personal protection 17
2.4.3 Personal safety 17
2.4.4 Safe operation 17
2.4.5 Important issues 18
2.4.6 Danger zones 18
2.5 Precautions 18
2.5.1 Know your machine 18
2.5.2 Equipment control 18
2.5.3 Cleaning 19
2.5.4 Environmental protection 19

2.6 Break-in period 19
3 Settings and hydraulic adjustments 20
3.1 Main parts 21
3.1.1 Principle of operation 21
3.2 Hydraulics 21
3.2.1 Guidelines for hydraulic adjustments 21
3.2.2 Tank valves 22
3.3 Feed hopper 22
3.3.1 Control panels 22
3.3.2 Settings 22
3.4 Elevator and sub conveyor 23
3.4.1 Settings 23
3.5 Chamber 23
3.5.1 Opening speed settings 23
3.5.2 Chamber pressure settings 23
3.6 Plastic tying unit 23
3.6.1 Principle of operation 23
3.6.2 Brake and feed speed 24
3.6.3 Settings 25
3.6.4 Remote control 25
3.7 Wrapping table 26
3.7.1 Principle of operation 26
3.7.2 Wrapping settings 26
3.7.3 Film cutter settings 27
3.7.4 Wrapping table tilt speed 27
3.7.5 Wrapping table ultrasonic sensor 28
3.7.6 Microsonic sensor (S1) 28
3.8 Drawbar 28
3.8.1 Telescopic drawbar 28

4 Operation 30
4.1 Safety 31
4.1.1 Safe work routine 31
4.1.2 Operator safety 31
4.1.3 Other people's safety 31
4.1.4 Assembly on site 31
4.1.5 Elements of hazard during operation 31
4.1.6 Danger zones during operation 32
4.1.7 Risk of overturning 32
4.1.8 Leaving the machine 32
4.2 Connection and setting up the machine 32
4.2.1 Rig up 32
4.2.2 Lever/Controls overview 33
4.2.3 Lever list 33
4.2.4 Leveling the machine 34
4.2.5 Placing the tractor with telescopic drawbar 34
4.2.6 Power take off 34
4.2.7 PTO Speed 34
4.2.8 Electrical power source 34
4.2.9 Hydraulic connections 34
4.2.10 Oil temperature 35
4.2.11 Stairs 35
4.3 Daily checklist 35
4.3.1 Daily checklist prior to startup 35
4.3.2 Checkpoints while baling 36
4.4 Break-in period 36
4.4.1 Precautions during the break-in period 36
4.4.2 After the first 50 hours of operation 36
4.5 Automatic operation 37
4.6 Film roller storage 38
4.7 Wrapping arms 38

4.7.1 Wrapping arm emergency stop 38
4.7.2 Installing a new film roller in the wrapper 38
4.8 Parking brake 40
4.9 Operators platform 40
5 Transport 41
5.1 Transport safety 41
5.1.1 Speed limit 41
5.1.2 On road preparation 41
5.1.3 Lifting points 41
5.1.4 Strapping and tie down 42
5.1.5 Dismantling the machine 43
5.2 Highway use 43
5.2.1 Transport preparation 43
6 Control system 44
6.1 User interface 44
6.1.1 Choose menu language 45
6.1.2 Main menu - start screen 45
6.1.3 Program menus - basic functions 45
6.1.4 Settings 46
6.1.5 User settings 49
6.1.6 Advanced settings 49
6.1.7 Sensor test 50
6.1.8 Error messages memory 50
6.1.9 Values and settings in menu 51
6.1.10 Error messages on display 52
7 Maintenance and mechanical adjustments 54
7.1 Safety 55
7.1.1 Before maintenance 55
7.1.2 Safety precautions during maintenance and mechanical
adjustments 55
7.1.3 Elements of hazard during maintenance 55

7.1.4 Control after repair or maintenance 56
7.2 Electrics 56
7.3 Wheels 56
7.4 Chains 56
7.4.1 Chain tensioner A 56
7.4.2 Chain tensioner B and C 57
7.5 Feed hopper 58
7.5.1 Tightening the feed hopper belts 58
7.5.2 Ball bearings 59
7.6 Elevator and sub conveyor 59
7.6.1 Conveyor belts and feeder carrier 59
7.6.2 Adjusting the conveyor chains 59
7.6.3 Chain tensioner, sub conveyor 60
7.6.4 Chain tensioner, elevator 61
7.6.5 Ball bearings elevator 61
7.7 Baling chamber 61
7.7.1 Inspection 61
7.7.2 Adjusting the front chamber belt 62
7.7.3 Adjusting the rear chamber belt 62
7.7.4 Adjusting the chamber belt tensioner 65
7.7.5 Replacing chamber belt 66
7.8 Plastic tying unit 66
7.8.1 Control and maintenance 67
7.9 Wrapping table 67
7.9.1 Inspection 67
7.10 Frame, drawbar, attachments 68
7.10.1 Frame 68
7.10.2 Main components, fastening points 68
7.11 Chamber roller bushings 69
7.11.1 Wear inspection 69
7.11.2 Permissible wear 70

7.11.3 Remove sprockets 71
7.12 Hydraulics 71
7.12.1 Hydraulics oil 71
7.12.2 Hoses and connections 71
7.12.3 Hydraulic pump, gearbox 72
7.12.4 Heat exchanger 72
7.13 Oil change and oil filter 72
7.13.1 Changing oil and filter 73
7.14 Welding and grinding 74
7.14.1 Precautions when welding 74
7.15 Service history 75
8 Lubrication 76
8.1 Lubrication system, beka max EP 1 76
8.1.1 Oil lubrication, mode of operation 76
8.1.2 Grease lubrication, mode of operation 76
8.1.3 Beka max grease lubrication system 78
8.2 Refilling lubricants 78
8.2.1 Refilling the oil reservoir 78
8.2.2 Adjusting the amount of grease 79
8.2.3 Bleeding the grease system 79
8.3 Electric pump and main distributor 80
8.4 Troubleshooting for Beka max 80
8.5 Oil temperature 81
8.6 Approved lubricants 81
8.6.1 Hydraulics 81
8.6.2 Chain lubrication 81
8.6.3 Greasing 81
8.6.4 Gearbox and gears for hydraulic motors 81
8.7 Manual lubrication charts 82
8.7.1 The compactor 82
8.7.2 Feed hopper 83

8.7.3 Telescopic drawbar 84
8.8 Lubrication list - Manual greasing points 85
9 Preservation 86
9.1 Cleaning 86
9.1.1 Using high pressure washer 86
9.2 Storage 86
9.2.1 Long time storage 86
9.2.2 Oil filling in the grease lubrication storage 86
10 Electrics 87
10.1 Inputs and outputs sorted by type 87
10.1.1 Inductive sensors 87
10.1.2 Ultrasonic Digital sensors 88
10.1.3 Pressure sensors 88
10.1.4 Level and high temp/switch 88
10.1.5 Emergency stop switches 88
10.1.6 Simulate bale on table switch 88
10.1.7 Safety switch 88
10.1.8 Grease pump 88
10.1.9 Valves 88
10.2 Sensor overview 90
10.3 Sensor list and function 91
10.4 Fuses 91
10.5 Schematics 92
10.5.1 Main board 93
10.5.2 Main board BD1 Left 94
10.5.3 Main board BD1 Right 95
10.5.4 Complete electrical schematics 96
11 Hydraulics 97
11.1 Hydraulic diagram 97
11.1.1 Complete diagram 98

11.1.2 Hydraulics 2 99
11.1.3 Hydraulics 3 100
11.1.4 Hydraulics 4 101
11.1.5 Hydraulics 5 102
11.1.6 Hydraulic diagram list 103
11.1.7 Hydraulic overview name and position 103
11.2 Valve overview 104
11.2.1 Valve list 104
11.3 Valve adjustments 108
11.3.1 Adjusting wrapping table and arms 108
11.3.2 Adjusting chamber speed 108
11.3.3 Adjusting conveyor belt speed 108
11.3.4 Adjusting plastic film or net brake 109
11.3.5 Main valves 109
11.3.6 Chamber pressure settings 109
12 Specifications 110
12.1 Electrical system 110
12.2 Power take off 110
12.3 Lubrication system beka-max 110
12.4 Hydraulic system 111
12.5 Wheels and tyres 111
12.6 Dimensions and weight 111
12.6.1 Measurements 111
12.6.2 Power requirements 111
12.6.3 Dimensional sketch, operating mode 112
12.6.4 Dimensional sketch, transport mode 113
Glossary 114
Index 116

1 General
1.1 Introduction 10
1.1.1 Foreword 10
1.1.2 Disclaimer 10
1.1.3 Range of use 10
1.2 Control before delivery 11
1.2.1 Preparation at customer location 11
1.3 Identification of the machine 11
1.4 The operators manual 11
1.4.1 How to use this manual 11
1.5 Warranty 12
1.6 Declaration of conformity 13
1.1 INTRODUCTION
1.1.1 Foreword
The products from Orkel AS are well known for their high quality, reliability and strength. We will therefore
congratulate you, choosing one of our products.
To fulfill our own goals, regarding quality and strength, Orkel AS has implemented a continuing product-
developing process. All compactors undergo a thorough quality control before leaving the factory.
Read thoroughly, and familiarize yourself with our recommendations, regarding machine - safety, use and
maintenance. Make daily maintenance a routine. By doing this, the machine will be safe to operate, and you
will contribute to a longer machine lifespan and an effective utilization of the machine.
With regards
Orkel AS
1.1.2 Disclaimer
The original parts used in an Orkel® machine are designed and built to provide optimal fit, function, safety,
and structural integrity. For this reason, Orkel® DOES NOT in any circumstance approve of the use of after-
market, gray market, or imitation parts.
The information provided by Orkel® hereunder is provided “as is" and with all faults, and the entire risk asso-
ciated with such information is entirely with the Buyer.
Orkel® does not grant, explicitly or implicitly, to any party any patent rights, licenses, or any other IP rights,
whether with regard to such information itself or anything described by such information.
Information provided in this document is proprietary to Orkel®, and Orkel® reserves the right, at its sole dis-
cretion, to make any changes or modification to the information in this document or to any products and ser-
vices at any time without notice.
Orkel® does not assume responsibility for any damages associated with the machine or failure caused by
incorrect use of the machine. Neither do we assume responsibility for any changes to the product made
after initial delivery.
1.1.3 Range of use
The MC850 compactor is designed for compressing soft organic materials to bales wrapped in plastic film
for storage or transport. The MC850 compactor is capable of producing bales of various sizes, ranging from
Ø500 mm to Ø850 mm. The compactor must only be used for this purpose.
NOTE: Other materials can also be compressed, but have to be confirmed by Orkel AS in each case. This due to
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