H&S 2958, Operator'S Manual

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5.5.2 Flail Backslap:
Regardless of the type of bale, persistent hammer backslap is detrimental to
processor operation. Hammer backslap at start-up is normal and disappears once
the rotor is up to speed. If your processor experiences frequent hammer backslap,
the cause should be investigated and rectified. In most cases reducing the cradle
speed will correct the problem.
5.5.3 Rotor Maintenance:
1. Place all controls in neutral, stop the engine, set the parking brake, remove the
ignition key, disconnect the PTO shaft and remove the hydraulic hoses.
2. Use a knife, shears, or some other cutting device to remove string, twine or
other entangled material. Be sure to remove everything by the flail mounting
bolts to allow them to swing freely. You can access the rotor from the side
access door, on the side opposite to the discharge opening.
3. Keep flails in good condition. Replace if chipped, bent or damaged in any way.
Always use a locking nut or jam nut on the flail bolt to prevent it from coming
apart.
5.5.4 PTO Safety Shield:
It is important that the shield components rotate freely over the PTO shaft.
Lubricating both the shield bearings and cleaning periodically will ensure the safe
operation of the rotating shields.
1. Press the cone down and release the collar catches with a screw driver.
2. Spread the collar bearing and remove from the tube.
3. Clean the collar and the yoke bearing groove. After cleaning thoroughly, apply
a good coating of grease to the bearing groove.
4. Fit the collar bearing into the groove and the tube ensuring that the collar
catches are centered over the matching holes. The tube and bearing must rotate
freely in the bearing groove.
5. Fasten the cone by lining up the cone grease fitting over the grease filling hole
on the collar bearing. Make sure that all catches are fastened and that the
shield turns freely over the shaft.
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Safety Shield Components
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