PhiBer BigBale Accumulator AC3108 Series User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
www.phiber.ca
Models: AC3108, AC3108x,
AC4108 & AC4108x
PhiBer Big Bale
Accumulator

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Limitation of Liability
PhiBerManufacturing Inc. shall not be liable for special, incidental or consequential
damages arising out of the use of, the misuse of, or the inability to use any product sold
by PhiBerManufacturing Inc. including, but without limitation: damages or loss of
other property or equipment, personal injury, loss of life, loss of profits or revenue, or
claims of purchaser for any such damage or loss.
Warranty
PhiBerManufacturing Inc. warrants its products to be free from defect in factory
workmanship and material under normal use and service, when set-up and operated
according to factory instructions. Warranty should be handled through PhiBeror an
authorized selling dealer. Warranty is subject to the following conditions:
Warranty Claims: Must be completed within 30 days of replacement of part(s). Claim
must include serial number of accumulator, date of delivery, explanation of problem and
all other necessary particulars.
Warranty Parts: Must be kept for PhiBer’sinspection unless otherwise specified.
Warranty Labor: PhiBermust authorize any labor subject to warranty. PhiBer
Manufacturing Inc. reserves the right to set the labor rate and time required to complete
a warranty repair.
Warranty Limitations: Warranty will not be granted on any accumulator that has been
misused, altered, or modified in any way. Diagnostic and service calls are not covered
by warranty. Warranty covers only the cost of repair and parts; it does not include shop
supplies, mileage and freight costs.
Government Legislation: Warranty terms and conditions are subject to provincial or
state legislation and laws.
Warranty on cylinders, hydraulic components, electronic components, and other trade
accessories are limited to the warranties made by the respective manufacturers and not
by PhiBerManufacturing Inc.
The following table shows the available warranty:
Item
Time from Purchase
Frame and other structural components
One (1) Year
Electronic components
One (1) Year
Hydraulic components
One (1) Year
Hydraulic cylinders
One (1) Year

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Table of Contents
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY.........................................................................................................I
WARRANTY............................................................................................................................I
TABLE OF CONTENTS.................................................................................................III
INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................1
DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE.......................................................................................2
BALE PACKAGING MODES..................................................................................................... 2
ILLUSTRATION OF THE MACHINE......................................................................................3
LARGE SQUARE BALE ACCUMULATOR ASSEMBLY .................................................................. 3
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION .................................................................................................. 3
SAFETY..........................................................................................................................4
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS...............................................................................................4
SIGNAL WORDS.............................................................................................................4
OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY ...........................................................................................5
GENERAL SAFETY PRACTICES........................................................................................5
MAINTENANCE SAFETY...................................................................................................7
HYDRAULIC SAFETY.......................................................................................................8
INSTALLATION SAFETY ...................................................................................................8
TRANSPORT SAFETY......................................................................................................9
STORAGE SAFETY........................................................................................................10
TIRE SAFETY ...............................................................................................................10
SAFETY SIGNS.............................................................................................................11
SAFETY SIGN LOCATION......................................................................................................11
SAFETY SIGN EXPLANATION ................................................................................................11
ROAD SAFETY SIGN LOCATION ............................................................................................12
ROAD SAFETY SIGN EXPLANATION.......................................................................................12
SAFETY SIGN MAINTENANCE ...............................................................................................13
EMERGENCY STOP..............................................................................................................13
SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................14
BALE ACCUMULATOR...................................................................................................14
TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................14
HARDWARE TORQUE....................................................................................................15
OPERATION.................................................................................................................16
HYDRAULIC SET-UP .....................................................................................................16
COMPONENT CYCLE TIMES...........................................................................................16
CYCLE INITIATION ........................................................................................................16
CYCLE MODE SELECTION .............................................................................................17
HYDRAULIC TIME-OUT .........................................................................................................17
START-UP PROCEDURE ................................................................................................18

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FIELD OPERATION........................................................................................................18
AUTOMATIC BALE EJECTION................................................................................................18
MANUAL BALE EJECTION.....................................................................................................18
SOLID BALES REQUIRED......................................................................................................19
HOLD MODE .......................................................................................................................19
ISOBUS SOFTWARE...........................................................................................................19
ICON GUIDE........................................................................................................................20
START-UP...........................................................................................................................20
HOME PAGE .......................................................................................................................21
ACCUMULATOR SETUP PAGE...............................................................................................21
SCALE PAGE.......................................................................................................................22
DIAGNOSTIC PAGE ..............................................................................................................22
MANUAL MODE HOME PAGE................................................................................................22
PHIBER ACCUMULATOR APP........................................................................................23
PLANNING MODE.................................................................................................................23
HOW THE ZONES WORK ......................................................................................................24
BALE EJECT MODE..............................................................................................................24
BLUETOOTH AND WIFI CONNECTION.....................................................................................24
REMOTE CONTROL..............................................................................................................25
MANUAL EJECT..................................................................................................................25
UPDATING ACCUMULATOR SOFTWARE THROUGH APP...........................................................25
DOWNLOADING AND SENDING LOG FILES .............................................................................25
BALE TRIGGER ADJUSTMENT........................................................................................26
BALE TRIGGER VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT................................................................................26
BALE TRIGGER HORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENT ...........................................................................26
TRANSPORTING ...........................................................................................................26
STORAGE....................................................................................................................27
RECOMMENDED SETTINGS ......................................................................................28
MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................29
LIMIT SWITCHES..................................................................................................................30
WHEEL LUG NUTS...............................................................................................................30
ROLLER BEARINGS..............................................................................................................30
HITCH PIVOT.......................................................................................................................31
BALE TRIGGER SPRING TENSION .........................................................................................31
WHEEL BEARINGS...............................................................................................................31
HYDRAULIC CYLINDER REPLACEMENT..................................................................................32
HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC ...............................................................................................33
ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC ..............................................................................................34
LIGHTS........................................................................................................................36
TROUBLESHOOTING..................................................................................................37
INSTALLATION............................................................................................................39
HITCH KIT MOUNTING GUIDELINES................................................................................39
PREPARE TRACTOR AND BALER...........................................................................................39

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GENERAL INSTALLATION TIPS ..............................................................................................40
INDEX...........................................................................................................................41

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the PhiBerLarge Square Bale Accumulator. The
PhiBerBale Accumulator offers the agricultural industry a machine for uniformly
arranging bales into a desired package that can be handled more efficiently.
All persons authorized to operate this equipment should read and understand the
contents of this Operator’s Manual, especially the Safety section. The owner or
operator should seek assistance from the dealer, distributor or PhiBerfor any
information not fully understood regarding the safe operation, adjustment,
maintenance or repair of this equipment.
Keep this Operator’s Manual in a clean, dry place that is easily accessible for
reference when more detailed information is required to perform tasks related to the
operation, adjustment, maintenance or repair of this equipment. It is further
recommended that the contents of this Operator’s Manual be reviewed at least
annually by persons operating, adjusting, maintaining or repairing this PhiBerBale
Accumulator and any time a new person is assigned to any of the above-mentioned
tasks.
Any information in this Operator’s Manual that is not fully understood should be
clarified by contacting the dealer, distributor or manufacturer.
The contents of this Operator’s Manual are accurate up to the time of printing.
PhiBerreserves the right to make design changes without prior notice to the end
user.

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Description of the Machine
The operator can choose from four different automatic discharge patterns or manually
eject the bales. With the PhiBerLarge Square Bale Accumulator you can select the
desired bale packaging mode that will compliment the preferred method of bale
handling in the field.
There are two options of control: automatic unloading and manual unloading. Automatic
unloading is recommended. Choose manual or automatic in the setup page on the
monitor.
Bale Packaging Modes*(Figure 1.1)
*shown from top view
A. Three (3) Bales (side-by-side)
B. Two (2) Bales (side-by-side)
C. Two (2) Bales (with gap)
D. One (1) + Three (3) Bales (hold mode)
A
B
C
D
Fig. 1.1

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Illustration of the Machine
IMPORTANT! All references to
“LEFT” and “RIGHT”, as used
throughout this Operator’s Manual,
are determined by facing the
direction of forward travel when in
use.
Large Square Bale Accumulator Assembly
Right Side View (shield removed) (Figure 1.2)
1. Push-off Truck
2. Push-off Roller
3. Master Cylinder
4. Push-off Limit Switch
Left Corner View (shield removed) (Figure 1.3)
1. Accumulator Deck
2. Side-shift Truck
3. Bale Trigger Button
4. Slave Cylinder
5. Track
Virtual Terminal
This accumulator uses a standard ISOBUS (ISO11783) terminal.
Serial Number Location
The serial number plate (Figure 1.4) is
located on the front of the frame, on the
inside.
Record the machine Model and Serial
Number in the spaces provided below.
Use these numbers when contacting the
dealer for repair parts or service
assistance.
Model Number: ________________
Serial Number: _________________
2
0
3
4
1
1
2
0
3
4
5
5
Fig. 1.2
Fig. 1.3
Fig. 1.4

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Safety
Safety Alert Symbols
Safety Alert Symbols are intended to draw attention of the machine operator to
important safety information both published in the Operator’s Manual and applied to the
machine. Whenever a Safety Alert Symbol is seen, it means that associated information
is provided for recognizing, responding appropriately to and avoiding potentially
hazardous situations.
An equilateral triangle surrounding an exclamation point or a double line equilateral
triangle surrounding symbols or graphics indicates a potentially hazardous situation.
Information included on a safety sign or printed in the Operator’s Manual describes the
hazardous situation and indicates appropriate response and/or avoidance procedures.
Remember:
ACCIDENTS DISABLE AND KILL
ACCIDENTS ARE COSTLY
ACCIDENTS CAN BE AVOIDED
Signal Words
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, WILL result in death or
serious injury if proper precautions are not
taken.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that,
if not avoided, COULD result in death or
serious injury if proper precautions are not
taken.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, MAY result in minor or
moderate injury if proper precautions are
not taken, or it serves as a reminder to
follow appropriate safety practices.
DANGER
WARNINGWARNING
CAUTIONCAUTION

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Operator Responsibility
Remember, YOU, the operator, are responsible for the safe operation, adjustment,
maintenance and repair of this PhiBerLarge Square Bale Accumulator. It is the
responsibility of the owner, or authorized person in charge, to ensure that all persons
who operate, adjust, maintain and/or repair this implement are familiar with the
information provided in this Operator’s Manual.
A safe operator is the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you, but also
persons who may be in the vicinity of the accumulator. Make good safety practices a
part of your farming operation. Ensure that all persons operating, adjusting, maintaining
and/or repairing this equipment are familiar with the procedures recommended in this
Operator’s Manual.
Always heed safety warnings and follow recommended safety precautions to avoid
hazardous situations. Do not risk personal injury or death by ignoring safety warnings
and safety precautions.
Key Safety Reminders:
The most important safety device is a safe and qualified operator.
A safe operator is one who has read and understood the contents of this
Operator’s Manual prior to performing any tasks related to the machine.
Owners have a responsibility to provide training to persons who may operate,
adjust, maintain and/or repair the equipment prior to performing any of these
tasks.
Do not perform any unauthorized modifications to the accumulator or use the
accumulator for any purpose other than what is described in the contents of this
Operator’s Manual.
Plan tasks and work schedules to reduce exposure to unnecessary stress and
fatigue.
Observe all workplace safety and health requirements.
General Safety Practices
Read and understand the contents of this Operator’s Manual prior to operating,
adjusting, maintaining and/or repairing the bale accumulator.

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Locate, read and understand all safety signs applied to the accumulator before
performing any tasks.
Review the contents of this Operator’s Manual at least annually, and any time a
new person is assigned to perform any task with the accumulator.
Press emergency stop button and ensure that all bystanders, especially small
children, are kept at a safe distance while performing any tasks with the
accumulator.
Do not allow riders on any part of the accumulator.
Ensure all guards and shields are intact and in place prior to operating the
accumulator.
Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from moving and/or rotating
parts.
Stop the engine, lower the equipment, set the parking brake, remove the ignition
key and allow time for moving parts to stop prior to adjusting, maintaining or
repairing the equipment.
Ensure that all equipment lighting and marking is intact, clean and operating
properly prior to traveling on public roads. Check with local highway authorities to
confirm that the accumulator is properly equipped for highway travel.
Provide a fully stocked First-Aid kit in a highly visible and easily accessible
location.
Keep a fully charged fire extinguisher in a highly visible and easily accessible
location.
Ensure that the accumulator is securely blocked and supported prior to working
underneath (if it needs to be raised for repair).
Ensure that all persons operating, adjusting, maintaining and/or repairing the
accumulator know how to seek or summon medical assistance should an injury
occur.

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Maintenance Safety
Read and understand all of the information provided in this Operator’s Manual
covering the operation, adjustment, maintenance and repair prior to performing
any of these tasks.
Ensure proper tools, equipment and personal protective equipment is available
prior to working on the accumulator.
Wear appropriate clothing when performing tasks around the accumulator. Ill-
fitting and/or frayed clothing as well as loose or dangling items should not be
worn when working near the equipment.
Stop the engine, lower the equipment, set the parking brake, remove the ignition
key and allow time for moving parts to stop prior to adjusting, maintaining or
repairing the equipment.
Ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop before performing
adjustments, maintenance or repairs.
Securely block main frame if adjustment, maintenance or repair is required for
wheels and tires.
Prior to operating equipment, ensure that all guards and shields are intact and in
place after performing adjustment, maintenance or repairs.
Check for bushing wear and weldment fatigue on moving parts.
Store flammable fluids in approved containers and store out of access by
unauthorized persons, especially children.
Wear personal protective equipment, such as gloves, eye protection, etc. when
inspecting hydraulic system for leaks. Use a small piece of cardboard or wood to
detect leaks.
Ensure that hydraulic oil pressure in hoses, lines and components is fully relieved
prior to performing maintenance or repairs to the hydraulic system.

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Hydraulic Safety
Ensure that all hydraulic system components are kept clean and in proper
working condition.
Periodically inspect condition of hydraulic hoses, lines and components.
Remove and replace any parts showing damage or deterioration.
Use only repair or replacement parts specified by the manufacturer.
Follow instructions provided by the manufacturer when making repairs.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment when unsure if residual
pressure may exist in hydraulic components during trouble-shooting and/or
making repairs.
Use a piece of cardboard or wood to check for hydraulic leaks. Hydraulic fluid
under pressure can penetrate human skin.
Ensure all fittings, couplings and other hydraulic connections are intact and
properly tightened before operating hydraulics.
Store flammable fluids in approved containers and store out of reach by
unauthorized persons, especially children.
Ensure that hydraulic oil pressure in hoses, lines and components is fully relieved
prior to performing maintenance or repairs to the hydraulic system.
Ensure that all persons operating, adjusting, maintaining and/or repairing the
accumulator know how to seek or summon medical assistance should an injury
occur.
Installation Safety
Read, review and understand all bale accumulator installation instructions before
attempting to attach accumulator to baler.
Ensure the baler is properly hitched to the tractor and that the baler is lowered
fully to the ground.

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Ensure that tractor engine is shut off, key is removed from the ignition and the
parking brake is set and/or wheels blocked.
Block bale accumulator tires and support the front end of the bale accumulator
frame until the accumulator is securely attached to the baler.
Transport Safety
Ensure that the accumulator is attached to the baler properly.
Ensure the drawbar hitch pin retainer for baler is in place and engaged properly.
Ensure the safety tow chain is securely attached between baler and tractor.
Ensure all lighting and implement marking devices are intact and visible.
Ensure equipment is properly marked according to local road regulations and
heed all local traffic regulations.
The accumulator adds length to baler and covers a wide path when making
turns.
Ensure the accumulator is fully unloaded before road travel.
Do not exceed 20 mph (32 km/h).
Reduce travel speed on rough roads and surfaces.
Do not allow riders on the accumulator at any time.
NOTE:
Avoid travelling across steep inclines, particularly when accumulator is partially
loaded.
This accumulator makes wide turns.
Come on and off approaches or roads slowly.

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Storage Safety
Store the accumulator away from areas of human activity.
Do not allow children to play on or around accumulator.
Tire Safety
Ensure tire inflation pressure is maintained per specifications.
Follow proper procedures for tire repairs, especially when mounting tire to rim.
Seek assistance from a trained person for tire repairs or mounting, especially if
special equipment is required.

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Safety Signs
Safety Sign Location
Safety Sign Explanation
Read the Operator’s Manual (Figure 2.2)
WARNING! Read and understand the
contents of this Operator’s Manual before
performing any tasks related to the
operation, adjustment, maintenance or
repair of the machine.
Moving Part Hazard (Figure 2.3)
* under shield
WARNING! MOVING PART HAZARD.
Keep all persons at a safe distance while
machine is in operation or when making
adjustments and/or repairs.
Fig. 2.3
Fig. 2.2
Fig. 2.1

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Road Safety Sign Location
Road Safety Sign Explanation
RED/AMBER CONSPICUITY TAPE (Figure
2.6)
Tape serves as reflectors to render vehicle
visible in low light or dark driving conditions.
Fig. 2.4
Fig. 2.5
Fig. 2.6

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Safety Sign Maintenance
Safety Sign Legibility
All safety signs applied to the accumulator must be visible and legible. Keep dust and
dirt cleared from safety signs and ensure that visibility is not obscured.
Damaged or Deteriorated Safety Signs
Remove and replace any safety signs that have been damaged or show signs of
deterioration.
Safety Sign Replacement
Replacement safety signs may be ordered through your dealer or distributor. Contact
PhiBerif you are unable to obtain replacement safety signs from a dealer or
distributor.
Safety Signs on Replacement Parts
Ensure that replaced parts or components on the accumulator, that had a safety sign
attached originally, include a safety sign when they are shipped to you.
Affixing Safety Signs to Machine
1. Ensure proper position and orientation before installing.
2. Ensure installation area is clean and dry.
3. Ensure ambient temperature is above 50° F (10° C).
4. Remove backing material to expose label adhesive.
5. Place one edge of label to machine surface.
6. Slowly press the label onto the surface.
7. Ensure no air pockets exist under surface of the label.
Emergency Stop
An emergency stop button has been supplied with this machine. Please mount in a
convenient place on the back of the baler, with easy access. In the event of use, it cuts
all electrical power to the hydraulic valve immediately
stopping any movement. If it is necessary to climb onto
the deck of the machine, be sure the emergency stop
button has been pressed. To resume motion, twist
button.
DANGER! DO NOT CLIMB ON MACHINE
while it is running.

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Specifications
Bale Accumulator
AC 3108
AC 4108
Bale Capacity
3
3
Bale Size
32 in (0.81 m)
48 in (1.22 m)
Bale Ejection
Manual or Automatic
Manual or Automatic
Width
118 in (2.99 m)
164 in (4.17 m)
Length
121 in (3.07 m)
121 in (3.07 m)
Height
43.5 in (1.10 m)
43.5 in (1.10 m)
Tire Size
4 - 26x12.00-12NHS
4 - 26x12.00-12NHS
Weight
Electrical Power Supply
2,500 lbs (1,134 kg)
12 V
2,800 lbs (1,270 kg)
12 V
Hydraulics
10 US gal/min (37.8 L/min)
continuous flow
10 US gal/min (37.8
L/min)
continuous flow
Bale Length (range)
6 - 9 ft (1.83 - 2.74 m)
6 - 9 ft (1.83 - 2.74 m)
Silage Bale Handling
Baleage Option Length
Yes (with Baleage option)
4.5 –8 ft (1.37 –2.44 m)
Yes (with Baleage option)
4.5 –8 ft (1.37 –2.44 m)
Tractor Requirements
Hydraulics
# of circuits required
hydraulic flow
1
10 - 12 US gal/min (37.8 –45.4 L/min)
Electrical Power Supply
12 V @ 5 amps
ISOBUS
ISO Compatible Tractor or Baler