Anderson RBM Series Operator'S Manual Download Page 87

Page: 87 / 87

ANDERSON GROUP

5125 De la Plaisance

Chesterville, QC G0P 1J0

CANADA

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 1-819-382-2952

Fax: 1-819-382-2218

www.grpanderson.com

Summary of Contents for RBM Series

Page 1: ...Self Loading Trailer RBM 404676 Operator s Manual 2018 2019...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...afety tips for transport 25 2 3 Safety tips for hitching 27 2 4 Safety tips for maintenance and repairs 27 2 5 Waste recovery 29 3 Getting started 31 3 1 Hitching to the tractor and unhitching 31 3 2...

Page 4: ...7 1 Maintenance schedule 63 7 2 Greasing 65 7 3 Adjusting the pusher chain tension 70 7 4 Adjusting the pusher transmission chain tension 71 7 5 Tire pressure 72 7 6 Maintaining and adjusting the axl...

Page 5: ...ption of your problem Please always call your representative first If your representative is absent or helping another customer our support team can provide immediate assistance The Anderson service d...

Page 6: ......

Page 7: ...ipment we strongly recommend that you l Carefully read and understand the contents of this manual l Follow all safety guidelines l Follow the start up procedures NOTE This manual contains important in...

Page 8: ......

Page 9: ...t repaired under warranty the customer must advise the dealer of the problem as soon as possible and request that the repairs be made according to the terms of the applicable warranty l Given that we...

Page 10: ...ranties can be obtained from your dealer l Warranty does not cover damage caused by harsh weather conditions or unstable ground conditions Such as frozen parts on the equipment or performance issues o...

Page 11: ...onventions Danger messages identify information that should be read to prevent serious or fatal injuries to people and animals Attention messages identify information that should be read to prevent mi...

Page 12: ......

Page 13: ...bales 1 1 Overview The following figures show the main components of the RBM1400 RBM2000 and RBM2000S trailer models Figure 1 Main Components of the Self Loading Trailers 1 2 Technical specifications...

Page 14: ...ight B 3 61 m 142 in Platform length C 9 3 m 366 in Total length D 11 8 m 463 in Platform height E 1 44 m 57 in Distance between the grabber and the centre of the trailer F 2 77 m 109 in Total width w...

Page 15: ...x 1 6 m 5 ft x 5 5 ft bales 12 bales 1 5 m x 1 8 m 5 ft x 6 ft bales 12 bales Maximum weight per bale 964 kg 2 125 lb Bales 1 2 m 4 ft in length 1 124 kg 2 478 lb Bales 1 5 m 5 ft in length Bale dimen...

Page 16: ...h A 2 55 m 100 in Height B 3 61 m 142 in Platform length C 9 3 m 366 in Total length D 11 8 m 463 in Platform height E 1 44 m 57 in Distance between the grabber and the centre of the trailer F 2 72 m...

Page 17: ...bale 659 kg 1 452 lb Bales 1 2 m 4 ft in length 775 kg 1 708 lb Bales 1 5 m 5 ft in length Bale dimensions Diameter Up to 1 8 m 72 in Electrical power supply RBM2000 Connection to the tractor battery...

Page 18: ...identification A 5 x 10 cm 2 x 4 in nameplate is located near the trailer arm It displays the following information about your equipment l Model l Serial number l Tare weight l Gross weight l Manufac...

Page 19: ...000 trailers have a number of pictograms that illustrate the main safety and maintenance considerations Ensure that you see and understand them Table 6 Safety and Maintenance Pictograms Pictogram Mean...

Page 20: ...ain on the trailer s anchor Warning Crushing hazard Never walk under neath suspended loads Before beginning maintenance install the necessary restraints Warning Risk of collision with a moving part Ke...

Page 21: ...g the equipment or working on the electrical system disconnect the tractor power supply and remove the control module Warning Chains and gears Keep away from moving parts Risk of being caught in the d...

Page 22: ...eaning Warning Falling bales During work keep clear of the equipment Warning Components must be locked dur ing transport Warning Disengage the handbrake before moving the trailer Maximum speed of 25 k...

Page 23: ...ccupational health environmental protection and traffic rules and regulations l On public roads follow the rules of the road and obey the 40 km h 25 mph speed limit l The equipment must be operated by...

Page 24: ...ain and while turning l Avoid suddenly braking and accelerating when going up or down a slope l Ideally use your machine in daylight Otherwise ensure that you have adequate artificial lighting 2 1 4 M...

Page 25: ...equipment in the intended locations does not pose any risk 2 1 8 Overhead power lines l Ensure that the machine and its accessories have sufficient clearance at all times l If the machine comes in co...

Page 26: ...only l Check that the lights are visible and functional and that the tractor s rotating beacon is visible from behind the equipment l Check the tire pressure see Tire pressure on page 72 l Attach the...

Page 27: ...d condition before moving l Ensure that hitching the equipment will not overload or improperly distribute weight on the tractor which could compromise stability l Hitching the equipment changes the we...

Page 28: ...h could cause a loss of oil hydraulic fluid etc l Move any combustible materials hay organic matter gasoline etc away from the area before welding l Eliminate any risk of fire 2 4 3 Electrical l Befor...

Page 29: ...earch for a pressurized hydraulic oil leak Instead use an object such as a piece of cardboard to find the source of the leak l Immediately replace any damaged or defective guards or locks Original gua...

Page 30: ......

Page 31: ...To adjust the position of the trailer hitch see Adjusting the hitch on page 37 To adjust the position of the trailer jack see Adjusting the jack height on page 38 To hitch the equipment 1 Place the t...

Page 32: ...gure 7 4 Chock the wheels and apply the trailer handbrake if applicable 5 Remove the cotter pin from the hitch pin remove the hitch pin and remove the safety chain Figure 6 6 Uncouple the trailer draw...

Page 33: ...ding on the model see Table 7 double acting hydraulic valves one valve corresponds to one 1 2 in valve female inlet and outlet l One 12 V electrical power supply Table 7 Number of Double Acting Hydrau...

Page 34: ...e ties RBM1400 and RBM2000S Lower the loading arm 1 red cable tie RBM1400 and RBM2000S Extend the loading arm 2 green cable ties and 1 red cable tie RBM2000S Retract the loading arm 1 green cable ties...

Page 35: ...or the hydraulic brakes or the pneumatic fittings for the air brakes as appropriate NOTE Ensure that the hoses between the tractor and trailer cannot be twisted entangled or prematurely worn during op...

Page 36: ......

Page 37: ...e the adjustments to make depending on the length and diameter of the bales l Adjusting the forks l Adjusting the bale guides l Adjusting the pusher travel l Adjusting the front stopper RBM2000 and RB...

Page 38: ...tractor manufacturer s instructions To adjust the height of the hitch 1 Remove the mounting bolts from the hitch 2 Adjust the height of the hitch on the trailer frame to align with the desired holes...

Page 39: ...Manual 39 4 Put the mounting bolts back in 5 Unhitch the trailer from the tractor NOTE In transport mode the jack must be folded up and the lever must be placed on its support Figure 9 Figure 9 Hydrau...

Page 40: ...y are being loaded and transported The bale guides must be adjusted to the dimensions of the bales being transported There must be 15 cm 6 in of space between the bale guides and bales To adjust the b...

Page 41: ...e inner and outer forks must be adjusted to the diameter of the bales to be loaded To adjust the inner and outer forks 1 Loosen the C bolts 2 Remove the A and B bolts 3 Use the D bolt to slide the for...

Page 42: ...gure 12 Position of the Forks Table 9 Position of the Forks Based on Bale Diameter Bale diameter Position of bolt A on the inner fork Position of bolt A on the outer fork 1 22 m 4 ft 1 14 1 35 m 4 5 f...

Page 43: ...stopper must be adjusted to the dimensions of the bales being transported To adjust the height of the stopper remove the bolt and put the stopper in the desired position see Figure 13 and Table 10 Fi...

Page 44: ...bales loaded and moved by the pusher Adequate spacing prevents the bale on top if applicable from falling after it is loaded The pusher travel is adjusted based on the length of the bales being loade...

Page 45: ...Position Bale length Distance A 1 2 m 4 ft 259 mm 9 in B 1 5 m 5 ft 457 mm 18 in RBM1400 and RBM2000S For bales 1 4 m 4 ft in length install the two stoppers Figure 15 Detail B For bales 1 5 m 5 ft in...

Page 46: ...k release pins A that hold the auxiliary support in place B 2 Raise the auxiliary support 3 Put the pins back in to secure the auxiliary support 4 If needed loosen the screw knobs C 5 Slide the retain...

Page 47: ...Manual 47 Table 12 Adjusting the Bale Retaining Support Based on Bale Diameter Position Bale diameter Auxiliary support lowered 1 2 to 1 5 m 4 to 5 ft Auxiliary support raised 1 6 m 5 5 ft Auxiliary...

Page 48: ......

Page 49: ...railer has a Fingertip joystick The hydraulic control levers located on the side of the trailer must never be used to manoeuvre the trailer They are only used for diagnostics and troubleshooting RBM20...

Page 50: ...r s hydraulic controls 5 2 Loading bales The RBM trailer collects horizontal bales When using the trailer the loading arm should never touch the ground This could damage it or cause an accident NOTE E...

Page 51: ...outer fork to turn the bale before inserting it between the two forks This can be done without stopping the tractor Figure 18 shows how to align a bale between the loading arm forks Using the outer f...

Page 52: ...d RBM2000S repeat the previous steps extending the loading arm when it is halfway through its travel The bale will be loaded above the bales that were previously loaded NOTE To ensure that the bales a...

Page 53: ...Self Loading Trailer Operator s Manual 53 When the first bales that were loaded reach the very back of the trailer the full load indicator will show that the trailer is full Figure 20 Figure 20 Full...

Page 54: ...is all the way up move the pusher to the rear and slowly move forward to deposit the bales on the ground NOTE The loading arm must be halfway through its travel before the pusher can be moved NOTE To...

Page 55: ...rols allowing you to manually operate the trailer s various components These controls must be used for maintenance and diagnostic purposes only The hydraulic controls must never be used if the trailer...

Page 56: ...anual Self Loading Trailer Anderson Group Table 14 Hydraulic Control Functions Function Description 1 Moves the pusher forward and backward 2 Raises and lowers the loading arm 3 Extends and retracts t...

Page 57: ...d locations Table 15 lists all the sensors and functions and Figure 22 shows where they are located Table 15 Sensor Functions Name Function LS_EB_R Detects when the arm is retracted LS_BR_45 Detects w...

Page 58: ...trical connection or sensor problem RBM2000 Check that the wiring and con nections are in good condition Something is preventing the loading arm from moving Check that the travel limit sensors on the...

Page 59: ...here is an electrical connection or sensor problem Check that the wiring and con nections are in good condition Check that the travel limit sensors on the loading arm are in good con dition The arm is...

Page 60: ......

Page 61: ...e maintenance Carefully follow the instructions below for optimal durability and smooth performance l Let the hoses and other hydraulic components cool before beginning maintenance l Follow the recomm...

Page 62: ...e of the trailer as shown in Figure 23 Figure 23 Stored Safety Stand To set up the safety stand 1 Raise the platform until there is enough space to insert the stand 2 Place the stand on the cylinder r...

Page 63: ...tenance schedule The following table summarizes the maintenance tasks and their required intervals which will be covered in the following sections Table 17 Maintenance Schedule Remove any accumulated...

Page 64: ...ion 7 6 Check that the brakes are work ing properly X See section 7 7 Check the brake slack and wear X See section 7 7 Adjust the brake slack X See section 7 7 Grease the cyl inder joints X See sectio...

Page 65: ...ssure oil filter RBM2000 X X See section 7 8 Check the con dition of the high pressure oil filter cartridge RBM2000 X See section 7 8 7 2 Greasing Your self loading trailer must be lubricated using a...

Page 66: ...Table 18 Greasing Frequency Part number of greasing points Every 50 hours of use Tandem axle pivots 4 Drawbar pivot 1 All other pivots 7 All cylinder joints 10 All bearings 6 All chains 3 Every 6 mon...

Page 67: ...Anderson Group Self Loading Trailer Operator s Manual 67 Figure 27 Greasing Points at the Front of the Trailer...

Page 68: ...68 Operator s Manual Self Loading Trailer Anderson Group Figure 28 Pusher Greasing Points...

Page 69: ...Anderson Group Self Loading Trailer Operator s Manual 69 Figure 29 Loading Arm Greasing Points RBM2000 and RBM2000S Figure 30 Greasing Points at the Rear of the Trailer...

Page 70: ...sion 1 Loosen the eight 8 bolts securing the ball bearings A Figure 31 2 Tighten the two 2 nuts on the tension bolts on the end of the box B Figure 31 until the correct tension is reached Tighten the...

Page 71: ...d to adjust the pusher transmission chain tension To adjust the chain tension 1 Loosen the four 4 bolts underneath the transmission A Figure 32 2 Tighten the two 2 tension bolts on the side of the tra...

Page 72: ...Table 19 show the length of the lever and the force to use when a torque wrench or pneumatic drill cannot be used The holes in the rim must be countersunk to fit the spherical part of the washer or t...

Page 73: ...them being damaged or broken An impact wrench can be used to loosen the nuts but not to tighten them since the tightening torque cannot be controlled with this type of wrench Check and tighten the lug...

Page 74: ...r knocking If a bearing is damaged replace all the bearings and seals see Replacing the wheel bearings on page 79 To check the wheel bearing play 1 Lift the axle until the wheel is no longer resting o...

Page 75: ...r the cotter pin or hair pin clip lines up with the nearest notch in the nut 6 Tap the hub with a mallet to make sure the assembly is seated 7 Check that the hub rotates freely It is better that it be...

Page 76: ...ings that support heavy loads and are subjected to shock like those for heavy vehicles agricultural machinery etc All the components hub spindle bearing parts seals castle nuts hubcap cotter pin must...

Page 77: ...castle nut 13 Clean and degrease all these parts with a suitable product To reassemble and grease the wheel bearings 1 Apply a coat of grease to the spindle 2 Put the oil seal or wheel bearing seal on...

Page 78: ...indicated in Adjusting the wheel bearing play on page 74 9 Lock the castle nut with a new cotter pin or the hair pin clip as appropriate 10 For hubs without grease retainers fill the hubcap with greas...

Page 79: ...76 2 Remove the outer races of the bearings which are inside the hub see Figure 38 NOTE Note the positions of the outer races and grease retainers for reassembly NOTE If the axle has grease retainers...

Page 80: ...hen getting started and after the first loaded run check that the brakes are working properly l Check that the actuators and return springs are secured and check the forward and return travel of the c...

Page 81: ...re 41 Use a moderate amount to avoid getting any grease on the linings or drums l Carry out the same checks as when getting started and after doing the first loaded run see Checking the brakes when ge...

Page 82: ...be replaced when the lining has reached the minimum thickness Use this opportunity to grease the wheel bearings see Lubricating the wheel bearings on page 76 Table 21 Minimum Lining Thickness Brake ty...

Page 83: ...ny components that are defective or worn When reassembling apply a thin coat of grease to all contact surfaces cams anchor points bushings being careful to avoid getting grease on the drums and shoe l...

Page 84: ...f use The filter is underneath the frame on the left side behind the tongue Figure 43 An indicator on the filter shows the condition of the cartridge If the indicator is green the cartridge can contin...

Page 85: ...platform rollers are clean Any debris hay dust and mud that has accumulated on or in these components can prevent them from working properly 7 11 Storage If you do not plan on using the trailer for a...

Page 86: ......

Page 87: ...ANDERSON GROUP 5125 De la Plaisance Chesterville QC G0P 1J0 CANADA Email service grpanderson com Phone 1 819 382 2952 Fax 1 819 382 2218 www grpanderson com...

Search results

Summary of Contents for RBM Series

Reviews:

Related manuals for RBM Series

Brands by name

Popular brands

Anderson RBM Series, Operator'S Manual

Search results

Summary of Contents for RBM Series

Reviews:

Related manuals for RBM Series

Brands by name

Popular brands