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McHale

 

R62-72 & R68-78

 Twin-Rotor Rake

44

WARNING: Height clearance

The operator must ensure that there is a minimum of 1 m clearance 
between the machine and any obstacle above, like low bridges, arches 
or tunnels. But in the case of electrical high voltage lines a minimum 
clearance of 4 m should be allowed.

Road transport position

(Rotor arms locked in the upright position)

Summary of Contents for R62-72

Page 1: ...allinrobe Co Mayo F31 K138 Ireland Tel 353 94 9520300 Email sales mchale net Website www mchale net CLT00965_2 R62 72 R68 78 5 5 ISO 9001 2015 R62 72 R68 78 Twin Rotor Rake Operator Instruction Manual...

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: ...tive 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 yo...

Page 4: ...of a fire 13 3 10 General safety warnings 14 4 Specific safety warnings 19 4 1 Hydraulic safety warnings 19 4 2 Noise level 19 4 3 Fire precautions 20 4 4 Special safety devices instructions 20 4 5 S...

Page 5: ...ent 45 8 2 Rotor cam adjustment 47 8 3 Swath width adjustment 48 8 4 Headland position 49 8 5 Offset headland single rotor operation 49 8 6 Lift latch 50 8 7 Wheel chocks 50 8 8 Front reflector rails...

Page 6: ...lowing Safety instructions Functions Controls hydraulic electrical It is highly recommended to get acquainted with any new machinery slowly Take time to learn and understand all of the features of the...

Page 7: ...movement of the machine between fields by track or road incidental to the machine s main use The field or pasture being raked should be even and smooth and free of stones The manufacturer will not be...

Page 8: ...er 14 Wheel chock 4 PTO Y drive gearbox 15 Steering linkage 5 Tine height adjuster 16 Chassis wheel steered 6 Rotor unit 17 Tine height indicator 7 Guard rail 18 Bogie wheel rotor 8 Width indicator 19...

Page 9: ...sport length 6 1 m 240 6 1 m 240 Transport width 2 85 m 112 2 85 m 112 Transport height 3 65 m 144 3 91 m 154 Transport weight 1 900 kg 4 189 lbs 2 100 kg 4 630 lbs Axle weight 1 075 kg 2 370 lbs 1 18...

Page 10: ...9 m 114 3 2 m 126 Working width 6 2 7 2 m 244 284 6 8 7 8 m 268 307 Swath width 0 8 1 6 m 31 63 0 9 1 8 m 35 71 Number of tine arms 11 13 Number of tines per arm 4 Chassis tyres 380 55 17 2 Bogie tyr...

Page 11: ...uld 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 NOT...

Page 12: ...ng 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 any a...

Page 13: ...or must have read and understood all aspects of the operator manual in order to operate maintain and clean the machine Ideally they should also receive training from their McHale Dealer It is only acc...

Page 14: ...aintenance ignoring warnings failing to read the operator s manual lack of or improper instruction and failure to follow safety rules Read and understand this operator manual before using the machine...

Page 15: ...effects of drugs and alcohol impair performance 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...

Page 16: ...ling on public roads The owner of this machine is obliged by law to ensure that every operator has a valid driving licence and is familiar with the road traffic regulations relating to the country of...

Page 17: ...any unauthorised modification to the machine Replace any electrical or hydraulic devices immediately at the first sign of malfunction or failure as these components affect the functionality sequencing...

Page 18: ...potentially dangerous areas they will often get into apparently inaccessible places Do not allow them in farm yards on busy days Contractors should always be made aware of the presence of children Ne...

Page 19: ...id 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 specificat...

Page 20: ...nozzle and abide by safety rules 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 h...

Page 21: ...McHale R62 72 R68 78 Twin Rotor Rake 21 4 5 Safety instruction decal locations...

Page 22: ...cals 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 displayed with their meanings below Keep h...

Page 23: ...in rotating drive line can cause serious injury or death It is important to ensure that the rotating guard on the driveline rotates freely Always stop the engine and ensure that driveline has stopped...

Page 24: ...ep clear of the Danger Zone Minimum of 50 m radius CST00817 Ensure all of the components of the machine have stopped rotating completely before carrying out any maintenance CST00817 Tie down points CS...

Page 25: ...ale R62 72 R68 78 Twin Rotor Rake 25 Be careful of overhead power lines CST00934 Check tyre pressure and wheel nuts CST00935 No entry when in the working position CST00939 PTO rotation and speed CST00...

Page 26: ...ng point L Technically permissible maximum mass per axle 4 8 Machine lifting guidelines WARNING Machine lifting Only use chains or strapping that are rated for a minimum load of 1 0 tonne 1 000 kg per...

Page 27: ...equipment shall be used to raise the machine Never go under the machine while it is raised off the ground The jacking points are at the rear of the machine Only approach the machine with the jack from...

Page 28: ...acting hydraulic function minimum 20 l min 180 bar 3 Single acting hydraulic supply with float function 4 12 V 7 pin socket for lighting 5 1 6 spline PTO shaft set to a speed of 540 rpm 6 Lower link...

Page 29: ...e is not in use Linkage attachments Cat 2 and Cat 3 Place lock out device on headstock pin Secure with padlock through the linch pin hole Linch pin can also be secured with the padlock to prevent loss...

Page 30: ...set such that the main central frame and curtain is horizontal and level The stand can then be moved from the storage position to the transport position by retracting the spring loaded pin and rotatin...

Page 31: ...r The machine should be driven at a PTO speed between 350 and 450 rpm A PTO speed above 450 rpm is likely to cause damage to machine components Do not use any faster PTO speed other than specified abo...

Page 32: ...ground 4 Retract the rotor arm extension sliders to the narrowest work setting 6 2 for the R62 72 model and 6 8 for the R68 78 model or until they hit the stops 5 Pull the lift latch cord while contin...

Page 33: ...uld only be raised lowered in one smooth continuous movement Stop starting in between can lead to machine instability and risk of overturning 4 Adjust the rotor arm extension sliders to the desired ra...

Page 34: ...ned across a slope as there is a risk of the machine overturning The operator must ensure that there is no person in the Danger Zone CAUTION Engage disengage the PTO in the headland position only The...

Page 35: ...ising or lowering the rotor arms between the work and transport positions there may be a noticeable difference in ram speed oil flow between the LH and RH sides If this is the case then the control va...

Page 36: ...ms Then pull the complete arm and cam follower from the gearbox Note the orientation of the cam follower and save the cover spacers on either side for reassembly Before replacing the complete tine arm...

Page 37: ...n remove damaged bolts and tines and dispose of responsibly 6 6 Gearbox oil There is one oil filled gearbox on the machine the PTO Y drive CAUTION Wear proper safety equipment follow all instructions...

Page 38: ...d approx 1 5 litres of SAE 80W 90 grade oil or until oil begins to flow from the sight level hole B when the correct quantity of oil is added After this replace the oil once per season or once per 250...

Page 39: ...g loaded pin and rotating the stand until the pin re engages Always ensure the pin is positively engaged in the stand in either position 6 9 PTO shaft adjustment maintenance CAUTION The drawbar stand...

Page 40: ...ery hilly ground can also reduce this further The shortest distance on a linkage machine is when the PTO stubs of both tractor and machine are aligned horizontally See Adjusting the PTO shaft to the t...

Page 41: ...either in to shorten or out to lengthen before reconnecting If the machine is tracking to the right then the link should be lengthened If the machine is tracking to the left then the link should be s...

Page 42: ...edges front and rear as shown The toe in is set correctly when A2 dimension is between 1 5 mm and 4 5 mm wider than A1 dimension If adjustments are required then the rear steering rods C must be alter...

Page 43: ...lector rails to the horizontal transport position Attention must be paid to the maximum travel speed limit 40 km h The drawbar stand must be raised and secured in the transport position using the spri...

Page 44: ...nsure that there is a minimum of 1 m clearance between the machine and any obstacle above like low bridges arches or tunnels But in the case of electrical high voltage lines a minimum clearance of 4 m...

Page 45: ...d securely when in the working position Ensure that the lift ram spool is set in a float position Then engage the PTO set at 540 rpm and drive forward at approximately 10 km h PTO speed of 350 450 rpm...

Page 46: ...hould be set equally There is approximately 10 cm of tine height adjustment which is indicated by numbers 1 to 5 or approximately 2 cm per number With a setting of 3 as shown the tines are approximate...

Page 47: ...et in the exact same hole position CAUTION Engage disengage the PTO in the headland position only The PTO should only be engaged disengaged when the rotor arms are in the headland position The rotor a...

Page 48: ...m for the R62 72 model and between 6 8 and 7 8 m for the R68 78 model This is done using the double acting hydraulic lever either in or out until the desired setting is reached 8 3 1 Centre curtain W...

Page 49: ...l unit for both rotor arms to raise together 8 5 Offset headland single rotor operation This allows even more refined control in tight corners or triangles as either the left LH or right RH rotors can...

Page 50: ...already locked in the headland position it may be necessary to lower the rotor arms slightly at first in order to pull the latch cords Once past this point the latch cord can be released and the roto...

Page 51: ...e spring loaded plungers must be retracted which lock the arms in either the raised or lowered positions These rails must always be in the lowered position before moving the machine onto a public road...

Page 52: ...First 5 working hours Check all nuts and bolts for tightness and tighten if necessary Check sufficient oil level in the gearbox Every day Check all guards and safety devices Check for any oil leaks a...

Page 53: ...trical 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 always...

Page 54: ...N 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 640 900 1...

Page 55: ...due 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 Lubricate all pivot points and apply a thi...

Page 56: ...to the customer with the machine Machine is reassembled correctly Tyre pressure is correct Hydraulics electrics and lighting are working New owner has been instructed on how to operate maintain the ma...

Page 57: ...___________ Name of manufacturer Address McHale Hung ria Kft 5000 Szolnok T szegi t 47 Hungary Is also in conformity with the provisions of the following other EU directives 2014 30 EU Electromagnetic...

Page 58: ...nuts correctly 12 Check for smooth operation of all moving parts Ensure LH and RH rotor unit cams are functioning correctly 5 Check for correct tyre type tread and pressure Tyre inflation pressure is...

Page 59: ...rer 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 or if...

Page 60: ...ust 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 perio...

Page 61: ...61 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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