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Page 1: ...Ballinrobe Co Mayo F31 K138 Ireland Tel 353 94 9520300 Email sales mchale net Website www mchale net CLT01145_0 01 5 5 ISO 9001 2015 Pro Glide B9000 Butterfly Disc Mower Operator Instruction Manual I...

Page 2: ...ust select Current page if that is sufficient This is the original operator manual with Original Instructions The English language version of the operator manual is the source document for all transla...

Page 3: ...fective parts of the machine immediately and to use only genuine McHale spare parts as these are designed and manufactured to the same standard as the original machine Spare parts can be obtained from...

Page 4: ...ire 13 3 10 General safety warnings 13 4 Specific safety warnings 18 4 1 Hydraulic safety warnings 18 4 2 Noise level 18 4 3 Fire precautions 19 4 4 Special safety devices instructions 19 4 5 Safety i...

Page 5: ...wer latch LH RH 43 8 5 Overlap and offset adjustment 44 9 Machine maintenance 45 9 1 Maintenance intervals 45 9 2 Tightening torque values 48 10 Storage 49 10 1 End of season 49 10 2 Start of season 4...

Page 6: ...of the contents of this manual before operating the machine paying particular attention to the following Safety instructions Functions Controls hydraulic electrical It is highly recommended to get ac...

Page 7: ...e drying process by 30 40 This designation includes the movement of the machine between fields by track or road incidental to the machine s main use The field or pasture being mown should be even and...

Page 8: ...1 Swath plate adjustment RH 2 Conditioner adjustment RH 3 Right hand guard curtain 4 Lift lower latch RH 5 CAT 2 3 lower link pins 6 Leg stands 7 Lift ram RH 8 PTO stand 9 Lift lower latch LH 10 Blade...

Page 9: ...Tractor capacity 224 kW 300 HP minimum Linkage CAT 2 or CAT 3 rear 3 point linkage front linkage PTO speed 1 000 rpm Lighting 12 V 7 pin socket Hydraulic systems 3 x double acting hydraulic supply wit...

Page 10: ...could result in machinery damage personal injury or even death CAUTION This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in machinery damage or personal injury...

Page 11: ...othing Use of mobile phones or radio music headphones are strictly forbidden while operating machinery and driving as these impair the operator s attention 3 5 In case of emergencies In the event of a...

Page 12: ...y they should also receive training from their McHale Dealer It is only acceptable to have more than one person in the tractor cab if it has a second seat 16 18 An operator between the age of 16 and 1...

Page 13: ...s the result of human negligence including taking shortcuts to save time lack of or improper maintenance ignoring warnings failing to read the operator s manual lack of or improper instruction and fai...

Page 14: ...ce and can lead to operators taking risks or putting others at risk This includes over the counter cold flu and allergy medications or prescription drugs that are not recommended to be taken whilst dr...

Page 15: ...familiar with the road traffic regulations relating to the country of use Always ensure that the hydraulic supply is switched off Always ensure that the side guards are fully retracted Ensure the mac...

Page 16: ...s tamper with safety devices or carry out any unauthorised modification to the machine Replace any electrical or hydraulic devices immediately at the first sign of malfunction or failure as these comp...

Page 17: ...rm machinery with safety stability in mind Always exclude children from potentially dangerous areas they will often get into apparently inaccessible places Do not allow them in farm yards on busy days...

Page 18: ...fluid can penetrate the skin Never use your fingers or face to check for leaks If in doubt always replace The recommended maximum working time of hoses should not exceed 5 years Only use exact specifi...

Page 19: ...es such as not smoking when around the refuelling area 4 4 Special safety devices instructions When maintenance or repair work has to be carried out on the machine the hand brake must be applied engin...

Page 20: ...McHale Pro Glide B9000 Butterfly Disc Mower 20 4 5 Safety instruction decal locations LH mower omitted for clarity as mirror image of RH mower...

Page 21: ...understood and followed If any of the decals are damaged or missing they are available from your McHale dealer The relevant part numbers are shown in brackets The decals featured on the machine are di...

Page 22: ...ands out of the crush area between the roller and chassis rail CST00120 Stay clear of the rotating PTO shaft Never use the machine if the PTO guarding is missing or damaged Entanglement in rotating dr...

Page 23: ...igher than 210 bar CST00814 Keep clear of high speed cutters Close all covers and guards and keep out of danger zone CST00816 Close protective covers before operating the machine CST00817 Danger of pr...

Page 24: ...late meanings Set the hydraulic suspension pressure to 110 150 bar when working Release the hydraulic suspension pressure until the pressure gauge shows 0 bar before disconnecting from the tractor CST...

Page 25: ...lift eye locations on the chassis shown below The crane or lifting device must be capable of lifting a minimum load of 4 5 tonnes 4 500 kg Never go under a suspended machine or attempt to try and stop...

Page 26: ...hment of the machine behind the tractor 1 CAT 2 3 rear 3 point linkage 2 3 x double acting hydraulic function with float minimum 20 l min 180 bar 3 Single acting hydraulic supply advantageous but not...

Page 27: ...have to be altered the first time it is fitted to a specific tractor Before connecting the PTO shaft to the tractor raise the mower so that the PTO stubs of both the machine and the tractor are horiz...

Page 28: ...with float and the telescopic ram hoses to a double acting hydraulic function Connect the hydraulic hose with tap to a single or double acting hydraulic supply Once the machine is set to the working...

Page 29: ...ighting system on the machine must be connected to the 7 pin socket on the tractor NOTE Check lighting system before travelling on the road Before travelling on a public road the operator must ensure...

Page 30: ...automatically when lowered The transport latch B is the opposite in that it latches automatically when the side cover is raised but must be retracted in order to lower However once the mower is raised...

Page 31: ...edges and once the cutting edge becomes dull they can be simply inverted exposing the second sharp cutting edge If a shudder is felt in the mower then there is an imbalance which is usually caused by...

Page 32: ...arp cutting edge is exposed C Otherwise install a new replacement blade whilst continuing to hold the lever down D Allow the lever to return back up to neutral and check the blade to ensure it is free...

Page 33: ...been shut down the key has been removed from the ignition and the brakes have been applied before changing oil NOTE Oil must be drained filled after the first 50 hours of use After the first 50 hours...

Page 34: ...Butterfly Disc Mower 34 6 3 1 Gearbox locations LH mower omitted for clarity as mirror image of RH mower Conditioner gearbox RH shown A B C A B C T drive Mower bar filler Type Y Drain Plate C A B A M...

Page 35: ...ity of oil is added After this replace the oil once per season or once per 250 hours whichever comes first 3 Replace the level plug B and breather A and tighten securely Mower bar Type X with filler p...

Page 36: ...d in the horizontal storage position for safety and stability Where space is limited the mower can be stored in the raised position on swing down stands providing it s positioned on a perfectly level...

Page 37: ...nough room for its removal when in a horizontal position This will ensure that a maximum overlap ideally 200 mm minimum is maintained when extended as the machine is lowered fully The angle of operati...

Page 38: ...ate the machine by disconnecting all of the connections to the tractor unit Ensure that all the national road traffic regulations relating to the country are fulfilled i e the use of safety chains may...

Page 39: ...McHale Pro Glide B9000 Butterfly Disc Mower 39 Road transport position Mower beds retracted and latched in the upright position with side guards latched open and leg stands raised...

Page 40: ...unctionality of each adjustment 8 1 Cutting height The machine is fitted with an inclinometer to assist in setting the correct levels angles and cutting height Adjust the top link and lift arms until...

Page 41: ...king swath width and cutting height If adjustments are necessary then shut down PTO and tractor and ensure all motion has ceased before approaching the mower When the mower is being removed from the t...

Page 42: ...pplied before carrying out the following procedure Conditioner plate Varying the distance between the rotor flails and the conditioning plate affects the amount of crop conditioning as it passes throu...

Page 43: ...t also limits the mower from being raised too high when turning at headlands etc In order to raise the mower fully back up into the transport position the latch cord must be pulled to release the bott...

Page 44: ...tion left or the overlap position right Each arm has a decal with six 50 mm panels as shown to provide a visual indication of the exact offset or overlap giving a maximum of 300 mm variation on each s...

Page 45: ...ring the harvesting season First 5 working hours Check all nuts and bolts for tightness and tighten if necessary Check sufficient oil level in the gearbox s CAUTION Wear proper safety equipment follow...

Page 46: ...r electrical components pivots points valves or bearings Never climb onto any part of the machine while pressure washing due to the fact that all metal surfaces become extremely wet and slippery and a...

Page 47: ...and lowered to the ground for stability Connect the hydraulic hose with tap to the single or double acting hydraulic supply Then open the tap and release the oil back into the tractor until the suspen...

Page 48: ...5 DIN 933 M6 10 14 16 M8 23 33 40 Socket head M10 45 63 75 Cap screws M12 78 110 130 DIN 912 M14 122 175 210 M16 195 270 325 Hex nuts M18 260 370 440 DIN 934 M20 370 525 630 M22 510 720 870 M24 640 90...

Page 49: ...to the fact that all metal surfaces become extremely wet and slippery and always ensure that the tractor has been shut down with the ignition key removed Grease the discs blades conditioner tines to p...

Page 50: ...wer 50 Remove the grease from the discs blades conditioner tines use extreme caution when carrying out this operation always wear protective gloves and clothing Check blade pin diameter for excessive...

Page 51: ...es are provided to the customer with the machine Machine is reassembled correctly Hydraulics electrics and lighting are working New owner has been instructed on how to operate maintain the machine The...

Page 52: ...ng other EU directives 2014 30 EU Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Technical file compiled by James Heaney c o McHale Engineering Ballinrobe Co Mayo Ireland F31 K138 Harmonised standards applied EN I...

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Page 54: ...acturer concerned This Limited Warranty does not apply to failure through normal wear and tear to damage resulting from negligence or from lack of inspection from misuse from lack of maintenance and o...

Page 55: ...s must be free from dirt and oil If a part is returned in an unfit state the claim will be refused If damaged parts have been returned to the company and warranty is refused the dealer is allowed a pe...

Page 56: ...56 12 Appendix 12 1 Adjusting the PTO shaft to the tractor 1 2 3 7 A D 4 B H 5 8 C I 6 F G E 10 13 A H 9 10 10 11 11 12 13 9 A H 10 13...

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