Harper Butler Arm Bed A84X101, Manual

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Arm Bed
Unloading Instructions
• To unload one bale, push the IN
button to maintain squeeze pressure.
Push the DOWN button to lower the
bale. Once bale is on the ground push
the OUT button to release pressure.
• When unloading 2 bales, unload first
bale as stated above. Raise arms to
remaining bale on truck. Squeeze the
bale as close to center as possible. To
get a center grip on bale you may need
to release the bale and squeeze it again
near the center of the bale while it is still
on the truck bed.
NOTE: When hauling multiple bales short dis-
tances, motor will become hot. Allow motor to
cool down in between loading cycles. General
rule of thumb is 25% motor on, 75% motor off.
This equals about 2 ½ minutes “motor on” in a
10 minute period. Opening the tool box lid
may help with the cool down.
Unrolling Instructions
• Position the spinner in the center of the
bale.
• Lift the bale off the ground and cut the
wrap/string off.
• Lower the bale to make contact with the
ground.
• Slowly drive forward letting the ground
contact to unroll the bale.
• Bump the down switch to maintain
ground contact with the bale.
Storing Of Arms
• Raise arms up to bed. Arms must touch
bed before bringing arms to down
position. Squeeze to stop.
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Arm Bed Winter Use
Keep pivot area clear of debris (hay, foreign
material, etc…). Check periodically. Clear if
necessary. Frozen hay and debris can cause
excessive pressure put on metal parts result-
ing in operational issues.
Check Daily or Before Use
• Check the hydraulic oil level. Keep the
level to “FULL” on the dipstick.
• Examine the hydraulic hoses for leaks
with an object such as cardboard.
SAFETY WARNING!
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure
can penetrate the skin and may cause
death if not treated immediately.
Lubrication
• Grease all (6) zerks once a week or
more often during heavy use to keep
arm bed operating at its best.
• Grease arms, spinners, and pivots as
shown in the picture below.
SAFETY WARNING!
Use extreme caution when greasing the
flatbed. Completely lower arms to
expose rear zerks and turn off ignition.
Maintenance
(2) one on each
spinner