McHale
W2020
Round Bale Wrapper
52
9
Field operation & machine adjustments
Detailed instructions on how to operate the machine are outlined in the following pages.
These should be used along with learning the precise functionality of each adjustment.
If adjustments are necessary, then shut down the tractor and ensure all motion has
ceased before approaching the machine.
9.1 Loading plastic film
1.
Locate the dispenser handle stored on the machine chassis.
2.
Insert the handle between the aluminium rollers and plastic dispenser cap.
3.
Pull back fully on handle until the latch holds the aluminium rollers in the open
position.
4.
Release the film roll lock by locking the cable, in the notches provided, just
enough, to release the roll lock. (Usually works in the 2nd from outside notch).
5.
To remove the old roll, push upwards to latch top roll holder in the ‘up’ position,
and discard the old core responsibly.
6.
Sit the new film roll onto bottom roll holder and centralise with top roll holder.
7.
While still holding film roll, pull cable to release top roll holder. The roll of plastic
film is now secured.
8.
Re-engage the film roll lock, by releasing the cable from the notch.
9.
Thread the film through the dispenser rollers as per the threading diagram,
taking care not to trap fingers between rollers.
10.
Tie ends of plastic film together and insert in film catch. Do not attempt to clamp
plastic film in cut & hold itself.
11.
Close the dispenser by releasing the latch. The roll should now rest against
one of the aluminium rollers.
12.
Re-position the dispenser handle back in it’s stored position on the machine
chassis.
WARNING: Check before starting or moving the machine
Before starting or moving the machine, ensure there is nobody in the
vicinity, especially children, that may be out of view.
WARNING: Turn off power source before loading plastic film rolls
Always turn off the oil supply to the wrapper, apply the parking brake
before changing the film rolls or at any time the operator needs to go
near the dispensers. Turn off the electronic control box and shut down
the tractor.