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Lower Hoop Adjustment
The first method of adjusting the hoop aggression is using the handle
on the front of the tub beneath the rotor gearbox. Adjusting the
outer handle up and down moves the bottom of the hoop closer to
and further from the rotor, allowing each flail to take a larger bite
out of the bale as it turns.
This setting is more effective as the bale becomes smaller. If the
core of the bale is feeding too fast (or slow), this should be adjusted
for smoother and more consistent processing.
Top Hoop Adjustment
The top hoop adjustment has the most effect throughout the
majority of the bale being processed. If excessive noise and vibration
occurs early during processing, reduce the top hoop aggression. If it
happens near the end of the bale, reduce the bottom hoop aggression.
Excessive vibration may break the PTO shear pin, and reduce the life
of the rotor and driveline components.
It is best practice to start at a less aggressive setting, and gradually
increase until desired performance is achieved. Processing times of 1 – 2 minutes per bale is
considered normal, though frozen or silage bales may take longer.
Adjustments may be necessary between different types of bales. The following table is a
guideline for initial settings. Individual conditions will vary.
Material
Recommended
Top Setting
Recommended
Bottom Setting
Loose / Dry Straw A 2
Old / Frozen / Misshapen Straw B 2
Corn Stalks A 2
Loose Hay / Alfalfa / Greenfeed B 2
Packed / Frozen Hay B 2
Silage A 2