Bridgeview BALE KING 8200, Operator'S & Parts Manual

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Hoop Grate Adjustment
There are six adjustment settings for the hoop grate on the bale processor. These settings
determine the rate of feed of the bale you are processing and the how fine the cut will be. Move
the handle “UP” for a more aggressive cut.
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Position #1: Highest grate setting for finest cut and
slowest rate of feed. Used for tough processing
feeds such as silage bales and some types of hay.
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Position #2 - #5: Normal operating range. Machine
gets more aggressive as grate is lowered (handle
moves “up”).
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Position #6: Lowest grate position, most aggressive
fastest rate of feed.
The Bale King should be adjusted according to various bale conditions to achieve a rate of feed
of approximately 1.5 to 2 minutes. Light brittle material such as wheat straw may allow faster
processing while tough stringy material such as slough hay, green feed, or flax will require
slower processing. Hoop grate adjustment should be checked periodically.
NOTE: Processing a bale too rapidly may cause
unnecessary machine deterioration.
For cases where a faster feed rate is desired,
there is a second setting on the shackle connection
between the hoop and handle (inside the front tub
wall). To switch to a more aggressive setting, remove
the bottom 3/4" bolt and nut, and reposition the bolt
and bushing to the lower hole. Support the hoops
externally to prevent injury.
NOTE: Upper grate position should be approximately 1/4” flail recession. Lower grate
position should allow 1-1/2” flail protrusion. Contact your Bale King dealer if this cannot be
achieved.