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Rev. 1/14/15
Jaylor Owner Manual
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Mini Mixer Models
17.0
CUTTING AND MIXING
The operation of your Jaylor mixer will differ greatly with the various feeds and climatic conditions.
In most instances, “trial and error” is the best method of setting the machine up for a particular
commodity to obtain maximum performance. However, as a general rule the lightest
commodities should be added first followed by the next lightest commodity and so on.
When loading, have the auger turning and try to distribute the commodities evenly within the
mixing drum. Once the hays/straws are partially cut and broken apart, other commodities can be
added. Remember, additional cutting will take place during mixing, so be careful not to over cut.
In some case, where the hays/straws are very long, it has been found beneficial to first add some
heavier commodities to eliminate the possibility of the hays/straws wrapping around the auger.
When adding hays and straws be careful to only add bales or partial bales that are small enough
to fit between the auger periphery and the drum wall; failure to do so can cause plugging or
decreased cutting ability.
The type of mix required varies from one operation to another. Therefore, mixing times and
procedures will vary as well. Typically, a total mixed ration is achieved in 3 to 5 minutes
beginning after the last ingredient is added. When adding ingredients, watch the numbers on the
scale indicator to monitor the weight of each ingredient as it is added. We highly recommend the
use of a feed nutritionist when planning the rations as well as the regular use of a particle
separator to ensure accuracy of mix. For your convenience, a Jaylor Particle Separator, based
on the Penn State Particle Separator, is available from Jaylor.
Upon completion, the ideal mix will be light, fluffy and uniform. Hays/straws will be cut cleanly at
short lengths and no clumping of feed will be visible.
Danger:
Never enter the mixing chamber unless the mixer is parked on a flat, level surface,
all controls are in neutral, parking brake is applied if equipped (if not, block wheels),
engine is stopped, ignition key is removed, and all moving parts have stopped. Also,
disconnect the spark plug lead and ground it to ensure the engine does not start
unexpectedly. Failure to follow these safety precautions can result in serious injury
or death.
Danger:
Never stand on the mixer platform while the drum is being loaded. Stay out of reach
of the loading equipment.
Danger:
Never park or load the mixer in a location where you or any person could fall into the
mixing chamber as severe injury or death could result.
Warning: While loading the machine, be certain that no bucket or loading device comes into
contact with the rotating auger inside the mixing chamber. This may cause injury or
death to the operator and serious damage to the mixer and/or loader.
Warning: Never load an unhitched machine (A50 and A100 trailer models). The machine is
designed to be loaded only when properly hitched. Improper loading can cause loss
of control, severe injury, or death.
