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6.
Progressively accelerate the turbine to 540 rpm; wait a few seconds for the spray
chute to empty, and then start the feed conveyor at its minimum speed.
7.
Adjust the feed conveyor to maximum so that the bale rotates continuously on the
feed conveyor, and depending on the rate of feed of straw into the chute.
Note:
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If the blower unit is not fitted with a fluid flow regulator, feed conveyor speed
adjustment is achieved using the tractor’s hydraulic spool valve or the pump
regulator if fitted.
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If the blower is fitted with a fluid flow regulator, use the electric - + push-button
to reduce or increase speed.
8.
Check that the round bale is turning regularly; adjust the feed conveyor speed if
necessary to maintain regular rotation.
9.
In difficult situations, if for example the shredder takes too much straw and there is a
risk of clogging the turbine or the outlet chute, the shredder’s 4 adjustment teeth can
be adjusted by lowering them to position 2 or even 3 (8 x 16 mm bolts, 24 mm
spanner).
10.
Move the outlet chute in the vertical plane to achieve even mulching.
Note:
If the straw blower is fitted with a rotating outlet chute, use this function to vary the
trajectory in the horizontal plane. Rotate it smoothly and carefully.
11.
If straw stops appearing from the chute for between 3 and 5 seconds, reverse the feed
conveyor to restart the mulching.
12.
On completion of mulching, reduce turbine speed.
II) Square BIG BALE type straw bales
1.
With the straw blower lowered onto the ground, tractor engine stopped, dismount
from the tractor cab.
2.
On the turbine gearbox, while stationary, select the mulching speed of 540 rpm, high
gear. See sticker near the PTO.
3.
Re-enter the cab.
4.
Ensure that the bale is not touching the shredder, and that adequate clearance exists
between the shredder and the start of the bale, so that the first folds of straw may,
when the operation starts, contact the shredder freely.
5.
Otherwise operate the feed conveyor briefly in reverse for 3 to 5 seconds to avoid
sudden frontal contact of the bale with the shredder on start up.
6.
Turn the spray chute in the desired direction for mulching and raise it to maximum
height.
