Tube-Line Accumul8 User manual

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Operator’s Manual
Keep this manual with the machine at all times.
Bale Packer
Accumul8/+2/+4
PRINTED IN CANADA
Tubeline Manufacturing Limited
6455 Reid Woods Drive RR #4
Elmira, Ontario, Canada N3B 2Z3
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www.tubeline.ca
Rev. 2-0
Do not attempt to operate this machine without thoroughly
reviewing this manual for safe and proper operation.

Accumul8/+2/+4 - Parts Manual II
Parts Manual
Thank you for choosing the Tubeline Accumulator Bale Packer. Our hope is that it will give you many years
of productive service. This tow behind machine is designed to gather small square bales into a large pack for
easy transportation and storage, espeically when used in conjunction with the Tubeline Accumulator Grabber.
Warranty and Limitation of Liability
All equipment is sold subject to mutual agreement that it is warranted by the company to be free from defects
of materials and workmanship. But the company shall not be liable for special, indirect or consequential,
damages of any kind under this contract or otherwise. The company’s liability shall be limited exclusively to
replacing or repairing without charge, at its factory or elsewhere, at its discretion.
Any material, or workmanship defects which become apparent within one year from the date on which the
equipment was purchased, and the company shall have no liability for damages of any kind. The buyer by the
acceptance of the equipment will assume all liability for any damages, which may result from the use or misuse
by his employees or others.
Manuals
Operator’s manuals are printed and shipped with machines as they leave the manufacturer. Your machine
may include parts or features not yet included in the initally shipped manual. The latest manual version can
be found at www.tubeline.ca/support . Tubeline reserves the right to update and change manuals as seen t.
Dealers are informed of any pressing changes/ modications. They can help you with any questions regarding
replacement parts and proper operating procedures.
Model Numbers
The Accumulator is available in three congurations:
• AC800 (Stylized as Accumul8) - 8 bale pack
• AC1000 (Stylized as Accumul8+2) - 10 bale pack
• AC1200 (Stylized as Accumul8+4) - 12 bale pack
NOTE: AC1000 & AC1200 share a frame, referred to as Accumul8+, that allows adaption to either model.
Serial Number
The implement serial number is located on the upper front left of the frame. This number helps us to track
changes and improvements and must be mentioned when ordering parts or requesting service. For your
convenience, a space has been provided inside the front cover of this manual to record the serial number,
model number, purchase date, and dealer name.
Model No: ____________________________
Serial No: ____________________________
Date Purchased: _______________________
Dealer Name: _________________________

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Table of Contents
Parts Manual II
Warranty and Limitation of Liability ........................................................... II
Manuals................................................................................ II
Model Numbers .......................................................................... II
Serial Number ........................................................................... II
Section 1 - Specications 1-1
Dimensions ............................................................................1-1
Terminology ............................................................................1-2
Orientation.............................................................................1-3
Bale Sizes .............................................................................1-3
Tire Ratings ............................................................................1-3
Section 2 - Safety 2-1
Safety Symbol ..........................................................................2-1
Safety Signal Words .....................................................................2-1
General Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1
Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) .......................................................2-2
Operation Safety ........................................................................2-2
Tire Safety .............................................................................2-3
Maintenance Safety......................................................................2-3
Transport Safety ........................................................................2-4
Safety Signs ...........................................................................2-4
Safety Sign Locations ....................................................................2-5
ISO Safety Decal Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5
ISO Safety Decals .......................................................................2-6
Section 3 - Adjustments 3-1
Initial Setup ............................................................................3-1
Initial Setup - Rear Wheels ................................................................3-1
Initial Setup - Cables .....................................................................3-1
Optional Baler Hitch Attachment ............................................................3-2
10 & 12 Bale Kit Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2
10 Bale Kit Installation....................................................................3-2
12 Bale Kit Installation....................................................................3-4
Bale Gate Adjustment ....................................................................3-5
Bale Guide Arms Adjustment...............................................................3-5
Endgate Trip Adjustment ..................................................................3-6
Endgate Adjustment .....................................................................3-6
AC1000 Bale Swing Arms Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
AC1000 Spring Latch Adjustment ...........................................................3-7
Section 4 - Transportation 4-1
Pre-Transport ..........................................................................4-1
Baler Hookup...........................................................................4-1
Truck / ATV Hookup......................................................................4-1
Offset Hitch ............................................................................4-2
Towing with Baler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
Towing with Truck / ATV...................................................................4-4

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Section 5 - Operation 5-1
Gathering Bales.........................................................................5-1
AC800 & AC1200 Operating Sequence ......................................................5-2
AC800 & AC1200 Bale Discharge ...........................................................5-5
AC1000 Operation.......................................................................5-6
AC1000 Bale Discharge ..................................................................5-9
Section 6 - Maintenance 6-1
In Season Maintenance...................................................................6-1
Preseason Service ......................................................................6-1
End of Season Service ...................................................................6-1
Grease Points ..........................................................................6-2
Troubleshooting.........................................................................6-4
Section 7 - Parts Breakdowns & Lists 7-1
Bale Chute - All Models ...................................................................7-2
Wheels & Axles - All Models ...............................................................7-4
Bale Gate - All Models ....................................................................7-6
Front Bale Guides - All Models .............................................................7-8
Endgate - All Models ....................................................................7-10
Endgate Trip - All Models. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-12
Offset Hitch - All Models .................................................................7-13
AC-A-23 Baler Hitch - All Models. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13
Swing Arms - AC1000 ...................................................................7-14
Rear Bale Guides - AC1000 ..............................................................7-16
Rear Bale Guides - AC1200 ..............................................................7-17
Cable System - All Models. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18
Torque Value Chart - Imperial VII
Torque Value Chart - Metric VIII

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Section 1 - Specications
Dimensions

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Terminology
Bale Chute
Bale Gate Trip
Endgate Trip
Endgate
Bale Guide Arm (x2)
Bale Gate

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SIZE LOAD
RANGE DIAMETER WIDTH RIM WIDTH
MAX
CAPACITY PSI TREAD DEPTH
SPEED
RATING
16.5x6.5-8 LRC 16.5” 6.8” 5.4” 785lbs 70 7/32nds 62mph
18.5x8.5-8 LRC 16.5” 8.6” 7” 935lbs 50 10/32nds 62mph
Bale Sizes
The Accumul8 (AC800) and Accumul8+4 (AC1200) can handle bales from 32-42 inches (81-106 cm) long.
The Accumul8+2 (AC1000) can handle bales 34-38 inches (86-96 cm) long. The maximum bale width for all
Accumulator models is 18”, wider bales may become longed and damage machine.
Tire Ratings
Replacement tires must meet or exceed these ratings while matching the dimensions.
Orientation
Front
Rear
Left
Right

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Section 2 - Safety
Safety Symbol
Safety Signal Words
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that could result is serious injury or death.
DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation that needs to be avoided. It is you the operator that needs to be
aware of these dangers.
NOTE: Informative only, not hazard or safety related.
General Safety
Safety of the operator is a main concern. To avoid personal injury study the following precautions and insist
those working with you or for you, follow them.
This safety alert symbol is found throughout this manual to call your attention to instructions
involving yourself and others working around the machine. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in injury or death. This symbol means: Attention! Become Alert! Your Safety is involved!
Study the features in this manual and make them a working part of your safety program. Keep in mind that this
safety section is written only for the Nitro Manure Spreader.
Accumulator owners must give operating instructions to operators or employees before allowing them
to operate the machine, and at least annually thereafter per OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health
Administration) regulation 1928.57.
This equipment must not be operated by children, or those unfamiliar with operation of the machine.
Review safety related items annually with all personnel who will operate or maintain the Nitro Manure
Spreader.
WARNING: Pictures in this manual showing safety guards removed are for clarication only. Keep all shields
and safety devices in place. If safety features become faulty, replace immediately. Do not operate equipment
with them removed.
DANGER: Do not operate this machine while under the inuence of drugs or alcohol. Consult your doctor
about using this machine while taking prescription medications.

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Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
Wear appropriate protective gear. This list includes but is not limited to:
• Protective gloves.
• Protective shoes with slip-resistant soles.
• Protective glasses.
• Hearing protection.
• Respirator or lter mask.
Secure long hair, loose tting clothing or jewelry.
Have a rst-aid kit available for use should the need arise and know how to use it.
Have a re extinguisher available for use should the need arise and know how to use it.
Operation Safety
This safety section is intended to point out some of the basic safety situations that can be encountered during
the normal operation and maintenance of the Accumulator Bale Packer, and to suggest possible ways of
dealing with these situations. This section is NOT a replacement for other safety practices featured in other
sections of this book.
WARNING: Only use a tractor with a ROPS cab and seat belt. Secure your seat belt before operating machine.
DANGER: Never allow riders on manure spreader. There is no safe place for any riders even for
troubleshooting issues. Keep others away from your work area.
All equipment has a limit. Make sure you understand the speed, stability and load characteristics of the
Accumulator.
Make sure the tractor is in proper operating condition as stated in the tractor Operator’s Manual. The tractor
must have enough weight and braking capacity, especially when operating on uneven terrain.
Know your tractor controls and how to stop the engine and machine quickly in an emergency.
Where possible avoid operating the Accumulator near roads, ditches, embankments or holes. Reduce speed
when operating on rough, slippery, or muddy surfaces and when turning or crossing slopes, Stay off slopes too
steep for proper operation.
Clear area of people, machines and obstacles before using this unit.
Close and secure all guards, deectors and shields before starting and operating.

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Never place any part of your body where it could be in danger if movement should occur during assembly,
installation, operation, maintenance, repairing, unplugging or moving.
Turn machine off, stop and disable engine, remove ignition key and place in your pocket and wait for all moving
parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging.
Beware of the machine size and have enough space to allow for operation.
Do NOT use attachments unless attachments are approved optional equipment.
Do not exceed a safe traveling speed when transporting.
Always use extra caution when turning around corners or in tight areas.
If elderly people assist with work, their physical limitations need to be recognized and accommodated.
Use only in daylight or good articial light.
Tire Safety
DANGER: Failure to follow proper mounting procedures when mounting a tire on a wheel or rim can produce
an explosion which may result in serious injury or death.
• Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have the proper equipment and experience to do the job.
• Have a qualied tire dealer or repair service perform required tire maintenance.
• When replacing worn tires, make sure they meet the original tire specications.
NOTE: Proper tire pressure and maximum load details can be found in Tire Load Ratings, pg.1-3 .
Maintenance Safety
1. Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor maintenance is an invitation for trouble.
2. Follow good shop practices.
• Keep service area clean and dry.
• Use adequate light for the job at hand.
3. Never work under equipment unless it is blocked securely.
4. Always use personal protection devices such as hand, eye and hearing protectors, when performing any
service or maintenance work.
5. Where replacement parts are necessary for periodic maintenance and servicing, genuine
factory replacement parts must be used to restore your equipment to original specications. The

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manufacturer will not be responsible for injuries or damages caused by the use of unapproved parts and/or
accessories.
6. A re extinguisher and rst aid kit should be kept readily accessible while performing maintenance on this
equipment.
7. Do not weld on or near rotating parts. Welding close to rotating parts may cause warping thus creating high
stress loads for moving or rotating parts.
8. Do not weld on wheels. Welding on wheels may cause high stress and wheel failure.
9. Do not weld on wheels with a mounted tire, Welding on wheels with a mounted tire may cause tire to burst,
causing serious injury or death.
10. Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws and check that all electrical connections are properly secured
to ensure unit is in a safe condition.
11. When completing maintenance or service function, make sure all safety shields and devices are installed
before placing unit in service.
Transport Safety
4. Do no exceed 32kph (20mph) during transport.
Safety Signs
1. Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times.
2. Replace safety signs that are missing or have become illegible.
3. Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign should also display the current sign.
4. Safety signs displayed in Safety Sign Locations each have a signicant purpose and need to be cleaned or
replaced when necessary.
5. Safety signs are available from your authorized distributor or dealer parts department or from the
manufacturer.
1. Transport the Tube-line Accumulator with an SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) sign, displayed at the rear of the
Accumulator and use your hazard lights if the law permits. Check local road laws before transporting.
2. When transporting the Accumulator on the road be aware of the width, and length of the machine.
3. Do not transport the machine, at night, at dawn, or at dusk.

Accumul8/+2/+4 - Section 2 - Safety 2-5
Safety Sign Locations
The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations that follow. Good safety
requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs, the types of warning, and the area, or proper
function related to that area, that requires your safety awareness.
NOTE: Examples only - Actual decals may differ in text and graphic representation.
REMEMBER
If safety signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced without safety signs, new
safety signs must be applied. New safety signs are available from your authorized dealer.
ISO Safety Decal Locations
ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION
1 2 DE41712H ISO Decal - Hand Pinch Point Horizontal (168mm x 88mm)
2 1 DE41714H ISO Decal - Read OM Horizontal (168mm x 88mm)
3 1 DE41715H ISO Decal - Remove Key Before Repair Horizontal (168mm x 88mm)
4 4 DE41716 ISO Decal - Shaft Entanglement (88mm x 168mm)
5 1 DE42784H ISO Decal - Read OM Decal Section Horizontal (168mm x 88mm)
6 1 DE45444 20mph Speed Limit Decal

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ISO Safety Decals
Item 7: DECANADA
Manufacturer’s country of origin.
Item 5: DE42784H
Read Operator’s manual decal
section to understand safety decals.
Item 6: DE42784H
Do not exceed 20mph (32km/h)
when towing this equipment.
Item 1: DE41712H
Stand clear of endgate
to avoid pinching hazard.
Item 2: DE41714H
Read and understand owners manual
before operating this equipment..
Item 3: DE4171H
Read and understand owners manual
before operating this equipment..
Item 4: DE42784H
Avoid pinch or
entanglment by allowing
moving parts to fully
stop.

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Section 3 - Adjustments
Initial Setup
Assembly is required when receive the Accumulator. You will need to assemble the rear wheels, cables, and
you will need to setup your accumulator to be either towed behind a baler or behind a truck or ATV.
Initial Setup - Rear Wheels
• Loosen and take out ½-13 carriage bolts (1), and ½-13 lock nut (2), and remove wheel assembly.
• Replace wheel assembly (3), on opposite side, and retighten.
Initial Setup - Cables
Attach the cable (1), to the rear gate (2), and to the rear gate trip (3).

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Optional Baler Hitch Attachment
NOTE: This procedure is for balers that do not have a hitch.
1. Position bale chute 6” back and 6” down from the baler’s
chamber, as shown in Fig.1.
2. Drill two 1/2” holes through both sides of baler chamber and
baler hitch assembly, pg.7-13 .
3. Secure with 1/2”-13 bolts, and 1/2”-13 lock nuts.
Fig.1
10 & 12 Bale Kit Installation
The Tube-line Accumulator+ has the ability to accumulate 10 or 12 bale packs depending on which kit you
have installed.
10 Bale Kit Installation
NOTE: Installing a 10 bale kit will only work if you have an Accumul8+, it will not work if you have an Accumul8.
NOTE: Setup assumes no kit has been installed.
1. Insert the 10 bale swing arms (1) into the holes indicated
(2).
2. Retain the 10 bale swing arms (1), with spring handle (3)
and secure with 3/8-16 bolt (4) and 3/8-16 lock nut (5).

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3. Insert side guide (6), in hole location (7).
4. Retain side guide (6), with spring handle (3), and
secure with 3/8-16 bolt (4), and 3/8-16 nut (5).
5. Connect 7 ½” spring (8), into eyebolt (9), and
spring handle (3), at four locations.

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12 Bale Kit Installation
NOTE: Installing a 12 bale kit will only work if you have an Accumul8+, it will not work if you have an Accumul8.
NOTE: Setup assumes no kit has been installed.
1. Insert bale guide (1), into location (2), on the
Accumulator.
2. Retain bale guide (1), with spring handle (3) and
secure with 3/8-16 bolt (4) and 3/8-16 lock nut (5).

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Bale Guide Arms Adjustment
Bale Gate Adjustment
The front gate divides the bales after they come into
the shute, adjust the tension eyebolt (1), to set the
front gate tension, or it’s responsiveness.
NOTE: Adjusting the tension to high will cause the
bales to jam, adjusting the tension too loose then the
gate will not swing over before the next bale.
The bale guide arms (2), allow the Tube-line
Accumulator to divide the bales in between the center
columns, and the outside columns. Adjust the tension
eyebolts (3), for more or less tension.
NOTE: Too much tension and the bales will get hung
up, not enough and the arms will not travel back in
the closed position.

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Endgate Trip Adjustment
The bale trip arms have two settings, the holes on
the side and the threaded rod on top. The holes on
the side are used for different bale lengths, and the
threaded rod is used for ne tune adjustment.
NOTE: Setting the trip arms too far ahead on the
Accumulator and the bale will trip too soon, and you
will not get a tight pack, too far back and it won’t trip
the back gate at all.
NOTE: Use the threaded rod the ne tune adjust
when the endgate opens, not enough tension and the
endgate won’t open, too much and it will trip too soon,
and you won’t have a tight pack.
Endgate Adjustment
The endgate latches, release the endgate, to allow
the bales to exit the Tube-line Accumulator.
NOTE: The two jam nut should be set so that the
hooks are resting on the gate a 1/32”.
The bale exiting tension can be set to encourage a
tighter pack.

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AC1000 Bale Swing Arms Adjustment
AC1000 Spring Latch Adjustment
The swing arms rotate the rst two bales a quarter
turn before letting them rest against the back gate.
Place the spring into one of the holes to set the
tension of the arms.
NOTE: With too much tension the incoming bale will
not be able to push the arm back, not enough and the
arms will not travel back to its home position.
The spring latch setting, sets when the bale will be
released from the swing arms.
NOTE: Too much tension and the bale will not have
fully rotated before it is released, not enough and the
bale might not be released at all.