FARM STAR BSF-1523, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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Avoid excessive speed during operation.
ALWAYS lower spear points to the ground when parking tractor. Raised spear points could cause injury to
people or livestock.
Always shut off tractor and shift to “Park” or set brakes when leaving tractor. Always lower bucket or attachment
to ground. Remove key when leaving tractor unattended.
Before operating equipment: if you have any questions regarding the proper assembly or operation, contact
your dealer or representative.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(continued)
OPERATIONAL SAFETY (continued)
When using a unit, a minimum 20% of tractor and equipment weight must be on tractor front wheels. Without
this weight, tractor could tip over, causing personal injury or death. The weight may be attained with a front end
loader, front wheel weights, ballast in tires of front tractor weights. When attaining a minimum 20% of tractor
and equipment weight on the front wheels, you must not exceed the ROPS weight certification. Weigh the trac-
tor and equipment. Do not guess or estimate!
Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety and movement of farm machinery on public roads.
The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in most localities. However, some localities prohibit their use.
Local laws should be checked for all highway lighting and marking requirements.
When driving the tractor and equipment on the road or highway under 20 mph (32 kph) at night or during the
day, use flashing amber warning lights and a slow moving vehicle (SMV) identification emblem.
Always be sure the implement is in the proper raised position for transport.
Reduce speed when transporting mounted implements to avoid bouncing and momentary loss of steering
control.
TRANSPORT SAFETY
Transporting large round bales on front loaders can limit visibility. Keep load low and go slow if visibility is
obstructed. Always use extra care.
Make sure large round bales transported on tractor rear 3 pt. hitch do not obstruct visibility of tractor’s flashing
lights or SMV sign.
When transporting large round bales, keep load as low as practical to maximize tractor stability.
Turn curves or go up or down hills only at a low speed and at a gradual steering angle. Make certain that at
least 20% of the tractor’s weight is on the front wheels to maintain safe steerage. Slow down on rough or
uneven surfaces, and loose gravel.
Use extreme care and maintain minimum ground speed when transporting on hillside, over rough ground and
when operating close to ditches or fences. Be careful when turning sharp corners.
Never allow riders on either tractor or implement. Falling off can kill.
INSTRUCTIONS
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With the tractor, push the spear into the large hay bale.
Make sure you have penetrated the hay bale far enough
so the bale doesn’t want to come off the end of the spear.
If, when you initially pick the bale up, it tends to droop
rearward, this would indicate you have not penetrated the
bale far enough.
NOTE: Soft center bales will tend to droop after being
lifted by a single spear. Placing the spear in a lower
position will allow for more lifting height and lessen the
load on the stabilizer spears.
NOTE: Always make sure bale spear fully penetrates the
bale. Partial penetration locates all the weight of the bale
on the outer end and can damage spear. Not covered
under warranty.
NOTE: In cold weather, a bale frozen to the ground may
exceed the lifting capacity of spear. Damage to spear
may occur. Not covered under warranty.
The model DBFS-30 has two forged spears. This allows
the handling of round bales without the bale turning.
Bales can be handled in the same position each time.
The model DBFS-30 can also handle heavier bales.
HANDLE ROUND BALES SAFELY:
Improper use of loaders to handle round bales can
result in serious injury or death to the tractor/loader
operator. This could be caused by the bale rolling back
down the loader into the operator’s station.
For optimum stability and visibility:
• Do not handle bales that exceed the bale weight
limitations of the bale spear.
• Never use the tractor to stop a rolling bale.
• Allow for additional length of bale on tractor while
turning.
• Use particular care when working on inclines and hill-
sides.
ASSEMBLY
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It is suggested that all the instructions be read before
beginning assembly.
Check the exploded view of the 3 pt. bale spear model
you have in this manual to get an idea of the relationship
between the parts.
MODELS: BSF-1523, BSF-122, DBFS-30
Install the long forged main spear into the socket in the
main frame. On the model BSF-122, install the shorter
spear in the lower socket.
The threads and nut are metric – be sure correct tools
are used.
Locate the lift pins for your hitch and tighten securely.
MODELS: BSFA-20
Locate the lift pins and install the frame on the 3 pt. hitch
of the tractor.
On the BSFA-20, place the main spear mount so that
the flat mounting plate is against the center of the main
frame tube assembly.
Locate the two (2) 5 /
8
” x 3” x 4 1 /
2
” U-Bolts around the
vertical tube and through the holes in the main spear
mounting plate. Install the lockwashers and nuts on the
threaded ends of the two (2) U-Bolts.
Install the long forged main spear into the socket on the
mounting plate. Secure with the
7
/
16
” x 3” long bolt.
It is suggested that you locate the main spear about in
the middle of the vertical 3” square tube and then adjust
it after trying it with your bales.
MAINTENANCE
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Periodically check all bolts to make sure they are tight.
Check the large nut on the forged spears to make sure
it is tight.
Replace safety signs and instruction decals if damaged
or missing.
OPERATION
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The operator is responsible for the safe operation of this
equipment. The operator must be properly trained.
Operators should be familiar with the tractor and attach-
ment, and all safety practices before starting operation.
Read the safety rules and safety signs on pages 1-9.
Be sure tractor is properly counterbalanced with
weights before attempting to lift any load with the Bale
Spear Attachment.
If you are handling bales with both the front end loader
and the 3 pt. hitch on the tractor, always load the 3 pt.
attachment first and unload last.