RCI AG-BAG T7170 Product manual

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T7170, T7270 and T7060 Ag-Baggers
(T7170 Ag-Bagger S/N 0401054 - )
Operator and Parts Manual
(For Repair Parts, see Page 102)
Includes installation, operating, adjustment, maintenance, technical,
repair parts and safety information for the T7270, T7170 and T7060 Ag-Baggers
Please retain this document for future reference.
A Color PDF copy of this document is available online for download.
bit.ly/OperManual
Ag-Bag by RCI
RCI Engineering
www.ag-bag.com
Copyright © 2023 by RCI Engineering LLC
AB3171234 Rev A (20Jan23)

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1 WARRANTY STATEMENT
Ag-Bag by RCI New Agricultural Equipment
Ag-Bag by RCI, LLC, hereinafter referred to as Ag-Bag, warrants new Ag-Bag by RCI
Equipment, to the Original Retail Purchaser to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of sale.
Ag-Bag by RCI warranty includes:
Genuine Ag-Bag by RCI parts costs and labor required to repair or replace equipment at
the selling dealer’s business location.
AG-BAG BY RCI MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE), EXCEPT AS
EXPRESSLY STATED IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT.
AG-BAG BY RCI WARRANTY DOES NOT INCLUDE:
1. Transportation to the selling dealer’s business location or, at the option of the Original
Retail Purchaser, the cost of a service call.
2. Freight costs above standard shipping costs for the replacement parts.
3. Used equipment.
4. Components covered by their own non-Ag-Bag warranties, such as tires and trade
accessories.
5. Normal maintenance service and expendable, high-wear items.
6. Sacrificial components designed to fail to prevent damage to other components when
obstructions are encountered (i.e., shear bolts, rotor teeth)
7. Repairs or adjustments caused by improper use; non-intended use; failure to follow
recommended maintenance procedures; use of unauthorized attachments; accident or
other casualty.
8. Liability for incidental or consequential damages of any type, including, but not limited to
lost profits or expenses of acquiring replacement equipment or damage to machines to
which the attachment is installed.
No agent, employee, or representative of Ag-Bag by RCI has any authority to bind Ag-
Bag by RCI to any warranty except as specifically set forth herein. Any of these
limitations excluded by local law shall be deemed deleted from this warranty; all other
terms will continue to apply.

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2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section
Contents
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Section
Contents
Pg
1
Warranty Statement
1
Conveyor Chain
58
2
Table of Contents
3
Hydraulic Pump Drive Chain
59
3
Marketing Bulletin
4
Forage Distributor Position
60
Machine Specifications
6
Rotor Drive Chain
61
4
Safe Operation of Machine
8
Bag Boom
62
Power Shut Down Procedure
10
Bag Cradle
63
5
Safety Warning Signs
11
Tunnel Cleanout and Stripper Bar Plate
64
6
Safety Sign Locations
13
Brake System Accumulator Pressure
66
7
Component Locations
14
Changing Tunnels
66
8
Operating the Unit
15
11
Lubrication and Maintenance
67
Pre-Operation Checklist
15
Tire Air Pressure
67
Backstop Setup
16
Wheel Lug Nut Torque
67
Moving Wheels to Ag-Bagging Position
18
Wheel Bearings - Repack
67
Hitch Adjustment
22
Wheel Bearings - Greasing
68
Inoculant Applicator Connection
23
Rotor Bearings
69
Bag Boom Adjustment
23
Rotor Drive Jackshaft Bearings
69
Tunnel Extension Installation
24
Forage Distributor Bearings
69
Bag Identification
25
Cable Drum Shaft Bearings
70
Bag Installation
25
Conveyor Bearings
71
Seal the Beginning End of the Ag-Bag
28
Conveyor Slides
71
Attach the Backstop
29
Conveyor Cleanout
72
Lower Conveyor to Operating Position
30
Rotor Drive Chain
73
Set Brake Pressure
32
Jackshaft Coupler Chain
73
Verifying Cleanout Closed
33
Hydraulic Pump Drive Chain
74
Ag-Bagging Operation
34
PTO Shaft
74
Sweeping Tunnel Cleanout Operation
36
Bag Boom Pivot
75
Backstop Removal
37
Hydraulic Oil Level Check
76
Removing the Ag-Bag from the Ag-Bagger
38
Hydraulic Oil Change
77
Venting the Ag-Bag
39
Hydraulic Oil Filter
78
Moving Wheels to Transport Position
40
Gearbox Oil –T7170 and T7060 Only
79
Tunnel Storage
44
Gearbox and Planetary Oil –T7270
Only Only
80
Backstop Storage
45
Cable Drum Brake Pads
81
Transporting the Ag-Bagger
47
Cables
83
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Performance Optimization
49
PTO Shear Bolts
83
Conveyor Position
49
Brake System Oil
84
Tractor Setup
50
Rotor Tooth Tine Caps
85
Crop Conditions
50
Stripper Bar Plate
86
Ag-Bag Site
51
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Service
87
Ag-Bagging Surface
51
Torque Specifications
87
Ag-Bag Installation
51
Hydraulic Fittings
88
Ag-Bagging Pressure
52
Hydraulic System Pressure
89
Correcting Ag-Bag Stretch
52
Lubrication Specifications
89
Sealing and Venting
52
14
Theory of Operation
90
Wind Damage
53
Hydraulic System
90
Bad Weather Ag-Bags
53
Electrical System
94
Ag-Bag Shape
53
15
Troubleshooting
95
Ag-Bag Management and Inspection
53
16
Storage
96
Suggested Feed Out Rates Per day
54
17
Set-Up and Assembly
97
Capacity of Tons per Running Foot of Ag-Bag
54
18
Repair Parts
102
Genuine Ag-Bag Capacity Chart
55
19
Pre-Delivery Checklist
210
10
Adjustments
56
20
Delivery Checklist
211
Conveyor Position
56
21
Warranty Registration and Ack.
212
Conveyor Angle
57

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3 Marketing Bulletin
Model T7270, T7170 and T7060
The T7270, T7170 and T7060 Pull-Type Ag-Baggers feature increased capacity and many
operational improvements. These improvements are based on dealer and customer input. The
T7170 and T7270 feature a 9’or 10’tunnel. The T7060 features a 6’, 8’or 9’ tunnel.
Key Product Improvements:
1. Single Wider Conveyor
•12” Wider for more capacity
•Taller sides for wind protection
•Stainless, replaceable, reinforced floor
•Increased reliability and less maintenance compared to previous split conveyor
system
2. Revolutionary Rotor
•Twice as many teeth with even spacing across entire rotor from center to sides
•Smaller bites of forage for continuous flow across the face of the Ag-Bagger
•Better compaction for increased density and feedstuff compaction into the Ag-Bag
•Lower starting torque under load
•Single point loading during revolution
•3-7/16” bearings at each end of rotor and jackshaft for durability and consistency
3. Forage Distributor
•Distributes forage over the entire Revolutionary Rotor for faster unloading and
increased capacity by even-filling of Genuine Ag-Bags
•Hydraulically driven with adjustable positioning
•Paddle tines at ends prevent crop build-up

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4. Sweeping Tunnel Cleanout (T7270 and T7170)
•Hydraulic cylinders sweep remaining crop into the Ag-Bag when finished
•Reduces labor, time and plastic usage when finishing and starting a new Ag-Bag
•Reduces forage loss and increases packing at the end of each Ag-Bag
5. Removeable Stripper Bar Plates
•Bolt on design can be replaced as one complete plate or smaller sections
•Ease of access to hardware with sweeping tunnel cleanout open
6. Middle Tunnel Extension (option)
•Increase tunnel length by nearly 3 feet
•Three tunnel pieces stack on each other for transport mode under 8’6” wide
•In Ag-Bagging mode, tunnels are moved using lift system and pinned together
quickly
•Longer tunnel allows tough forages like alfalfa to be packed using tunnel for greater
density and smoother sides before moving into the Genuine Ag-Bag
7. 300-Foot Cables Standard
•Ability to fill and use 300-foot bags without using cable extensions
8. New Lift System for Bag Cradle and Tunnel Extensions
•Stores Ag-Bags and tunnel extensions on machine without climbing on the machine
9. Redesigned Backstop Lifting Points and Backstop Hooks
•Cradle can be used to lift backstop
•Backstop can be lifted with multiple devices while staying away from backstop rope
•Backstop hooks is redesigned for greater ease of rope installation
•Backstop design is improved for increased durability
10. Hydraulic Tank Redesign
•Larger tank for greater capacity and better cooling
•Easier accessibility
11. Serviceability
•Control station is in one location with all machine controls in one place
•Oil bracket to store lubrication for chain maintenance
•Easy to open shields for chain inspection
•PTO shield movement –storage locking in transport
•Integrated toolbox for convenience and storage
12. Transportation
•Hitch design changes direction placing the tunnel on the side of the road to keep the
tunnel out of the on-coming lane of traffic
•Better visibility while maintaining the 8.6-foot travel width
•Hitch safety chain is standard on all machines
13. Integrated Hydraulic Lift System (T7170 and T7270)
•Hydraulic and manual jack system standard on all machines
•Machine is lifted hydraulicly to quickly change between transport and Ag-Bagging

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Product Specifications

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Ordering Information:
Bundle
Description
Setup Time
Notes
T7270 / T7170
Model T7270/T7170 Pull-Type Ag-Bagger
AB3170003
T7270 Base Unit (1000 RPM)
1.5 hrs*
1-3/8 21-Spl. 1000 RPM PTO Tractor
AB3170004
T7170 Base Unit (540 RPM)
1.5 hrs*
1-3/8 6-Spl. 540 RPM PTO Tractor
AB3170594
Bundle, Base Tunnel 9'
Includes Standard Extension
AB3170591
Bundle, Base Tunnel 10'
Includes Standard Extension
AB3170628
Bundle, 9' Middle Tunnel Extension w/Pins
AB3170627
Bundle, 10' Middle Tunnel Extension w/Pins
AB3171000
Kit, Gandy
AB3171797
Yoke, T7270 Large 1000
0.5 hrs*
1-3/4 20-Spl - Dealer Installed
T7060
Model T7060 Pull-Type Ag-Bagger
AB3170006
T7060 Base Unit
1.5 hrs*
AB3170880
Bundle, T7060 8' and 9' Tunnel Completion
Includes Bag Boom and Lg. Backstop
AB3170877
Bundle, T7060 8' Tunnel
Incl. Std. Ext.; Req. Compl. Bundle
AB3170879
Bundle, T7060 9' Tunnel
Incl. Std. Ext.; Req. Compl. Bundle
AB3170889
Bundle, T7060 8' Middle Tunnel Extension
AB3170890
Bundle, T7060 9' Middle Tunnel Extension
AB3170876
Bundle, T7060 6' Tunnel
Includes 6' Backstop and 6' Std Ext
AB3171000
Kit, Gandy
*Setup time may vary depending on technician experience.
To order, contact your local Ag-Bag by RCI Dealer. For a dealer locator, visit Ag-Bag.com.
Dealers order all products from RCI directly. All parts, service and warranty matters are handled
by RCI. Warranty for these products is 1 year of parts and labor as outlined in the Ag-Bag by
RCI Warranty Statement. Visit www.RCIengineering.com for more product information, ordering,
and additional information.
RCI Engineering LLC
208 River Knoll Dr
Mayville, WI 53050
Toll free: [phone]
[e-mail]
www.ag-bag.com
www.rci.ag
RCI reserves the right to make improvements in design and changes in specifications at any time without
notice and without incurring any obligation to install them on units previously manufactured or sold.
Specifications, descriptions, and illustrative materials herein are as accurate as known at the time of
publication but are subject to change without notice.

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4SAFE OPERATION OF MACHINE
Operator Authorization
The machine owner must provide the operator of the machine this manual and ensure
that the operator reads and understands the contents. This must be performed before the
machine is put into operation.
Safety Alert Symbol
This safety alert symbol is used to alert the operator to the
potential for personal injury. Whenever this symbol is
noticed in this manual or on the machine, be alert to the
situation and read the message near the symbol. Always be
alert for the potential for personal injury.
General Safety Precautions / Accident Prevention
Before operation of the machine each time, check the entire machine for operational and
road safety. Refer to the Operator Manual for the Tractor for all information regarding the
Tractor. This manual is for the Ag-Bagger and only covers items related to the operation
of the Ag-Bagger.
1. The warning and safety decals on the Ag-Bagger provide important information to
ensure safe operation of the machine. Always read and follow these instructions
and remain safe.
2. Familiarize yourself with all controls of the machine and tractor as well as the
function of the unit before operation of the Ag-Bagger.
3. Check all guards and shields to make sure they are in place and functional.
Replace any defective or missing guards, shields, or components before operation.
4. Avoid loose fitting clothing. The operator should always wear close-fitting clothing
and sturdy footwear.
5. When traveling on public roads or transporting the machine, obey all regulations
for the area. See the Transporting the Ag-Bagger section for more information on
proper machine setup for transportation.
6. Before starting the tractor each time, the machine is operated, inspect the area
around the machine. Ensure that no one is close to the machine for bystander
safety.
7. Keep clear of the working and danger area of the machine.
8. Use caution when working on moveable components of the machine. There are
many pinch and shear points.

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General Safety Precautions / Accident Prevention Continued
9. Know how to stop Ag-Bagger operation BEFORE starting the machine.
10.DO NOT enter the conveyor or hopper while the machine is operating or any time
the PTO is still connected to the tractor or before following the Power Shut Down
Procedure on the next page.
11.DO NOT unclog, adjust, lubricate or service your Ag-Bagger until following the
Power Shut Down Procedure on the next page.
12.Do not allow any riders on the machine nor step onto the machine during use.
13.Avoid high pressure fluids. Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate skin
causing serious injury.
14.Wear appropriate eye and hearing protection for the equipment being used.
15.DO NOT exceed a maximum towing speed of 25 mph (40 kph) while transporting
the Ag-Bagger.
16.Reduce speed on rough or hilly surfaces.
17.Be extra careful when passing through tight areas such as farmyards, fence
gates, or other confined quarters.
18.Always follow state and local regulations regarding use of the included safety
chain, slow moving vehicle signs and transport lighting when towing any farm
equipment on public highways.
19.Only operate the Ag-Bagger on level ground.
20.Be sure the tractor is in NEUTRAL, and the parking brake released, before
beginning any Ag-Bagging operation after the Ag-Bagger is set up for Ag-
Bagging.
21.Be sure the tractor wheels are pointed in a straight-ahead position while Ag-
Bagging.
22.Do not turn the tractor and Ag-Bagger while Ag-Bagging.
23.Bure sure the hitch jack locking pin is completely engaged and that the machine
is properly blocked and prevented from rolling BEFORE disconnecting the Ag-
Bagger from the tractor.