H&S TF6128, Operation Manual

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Skid Shoes
Clean out the skid shoes at least once a day when
the merger is in the transport position. They can
become packed with debris and dirt during normal
operation. Cleaning is very important for proper skid
shoe operation.
SERVICE
DAILY SERVICE
Pickups & Hay Strippers
Check the pickup teeth and hay strippers daily that
none were broken or damaged by field obstructions
to ensure proper field performance.
Oil Fill & Check Plugs
Check the oil level daily by the “Cold Level Check
Plug”. If oil cannot be seen at the Cold Level,
remove the hydraulic oil fill cap and add oil until oil
begins coming out of the cold level check. Note
the cap vents at 5 psi so there may be some air
pressure when removing the cap.
Hot Level Check Plug
Cold Level Check Plug
Cleaning
It is a good practice to clean the entire merger at the end of each day. Getting the chaff and crop off the
merger when dry will save the appearance and finish of the merger. It also gives the operator a chance
to check the machine up close to keep it operating properly. Before starting to merge each day, make
sure to check for crop build-up under the cross conveyor belts and cross conveyor rollers. This is easily
accomplished while the merger is in the transport position. If there is build-up it must be removed prior to
operation or it could cause cross conveyor belt failure. The best way to do this is with forced air pressure.
Hydraulic Oil Fill