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BULKHEAD UNION

(remove caps & install hoses)

3.  Remove steel caps from the hydraulic bulkhead union fittings and install the supplied 

hydraulic hoses (1/2” hose X 72” long with protective sleeving).  A quick disconnect 
needs to be installed on the end of the hoses.  (this is not supplied due to the multitude 
of quick disconnects available) The end fitting on the hydraulic hose is a dash 8 (-8) 
male o-ring.   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

PROCESSOR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 
 
 

SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 
(pages 4-8 of this manual) BEFORE BEGINNING ANY PROCESSOR MOUNTING. 

 

1. Place this product on a firm, level surface that is large enough to safely accommodate this 
product, your power unit and all workers involved in the mounting process. 
2. Be sure all connection points are properly secured. 
3. Refer to the operator’s manual(s) for your power unit, loader and quick-attach and follow the 
mounting instructions contained therein. 
4. Carefully raise the loader arms and cycle the tilt cylinders to check clearances and to verify 
that all mounting procedures have been successfully completed. 
 

 
PROCESSOR HYDRAULIC CONNECTION 

 
 

SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 
(pages 4-8 of this manual) BEFORE BEGINNING ANY HYDRAULIC CONNECTION. 

 
 
1. Attach the quick couplers to your power unit as per the instructions in your power unit’s 
operator’s manual. 
2. Carefully raise the loader arm and cycle the tilt cylinders to check hose clearances and to 
check any interference. 
3.  Engage hydraulics & cycle machine forward and reverse for 2-3 minutes to ensure machine 
is operating properly. 
 

Summary of Contents for ROTO-KING RK-500

Page 1: ...1 ROTO KING ROUND BALE PROCESSOR RK 500 OWNER OPERATOR S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...OU CAN PREVENT ACCIDENTS 6 c SAFETY WARNINGS 7 9 d SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS 10 4 POWER UNIT SPECIFICATIONS 11 5 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATICS 12 6 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 13 14 7 PROCESSOR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 14 8 PROCESSOR HYDRAULIC CONNECTION 14 9 PROCESSOR OPERATION 15 10 PROCESSOR MAINTENANCE SERVICE 16 11 PARTS LIST 17 20 12 OPTIONAL PRODUCTS 21 13 WARRANTY POLICY 22 ...

Page 3: ... based on a 1500 bale Q How much lift capacity should the power unit provide A 2800 lbs plus is recommended Remember your Roto King weighs 1100 lbs If you have a lift capacity of 2800 lbs this only leaves you with a working capacity of 1700 lbs Q Are rear weight packages recommended A Yes The more rear weight you have the more stable and safe your operating platform will be Q What is minimum and m...

Page 4: ...King A By reversing the hydraulic flow back and forth you can usually clear the plug and return to bale processing Under worst case scenario it might be necessary to dump out the bale and reload it to continue Q What kind of drive chain is used on the Roto King A The drive chain is Diamond brand 60 HS or Drives brand 60 HZ chain and should be replaced only with properly rated chain Q How large of ...

Page 5: ...ual please contact your dealer or MDS Manufacturing Co Inc to obtain further assistance The illustrations and data used in this manual were current at the time of printing but due to possible engineering and or production changes this product may vary slightly in detail MDS Manufacturing Co Inc reserves the right to make modifications to this product without notification Throughout this manual ref...

Page 6: ... and your dealer ask that YOU be that careful responsible equipment operator Pay attention to the job at hand Do not let your mind lose concentration on what you are doing No accident prevention program can be successful without the wholehearted cooperation of the person who is directly responsible for the operation of the equipment If accidents are to be prevented and accidents can be prevented t...

Page 7: ...ment and the engine in case of emergency Know and obey all applicable government rules O S H A regulations local laws and other professional guidelines for your operation Make sure that anyone who will be assembling mounting maintaining repairing removing and or storing this product Has been instructed in the safe operation of this product and of the power unit and the quick attach to which this p...

Page 8: ... start up unless others are clear of the work area Do not allow riders on this product or the power unit Do not stand or climb on this product when raised Never operate controls from the ground Operate the controls only from the operator s station Never leave the equipment unattended with the engine running or with this product raised on the loader Be aware of the added weight and width of this pr...

Page 9: ...r If this product does not fit properly contact your dealer or MDS Manufacturing Co Inc before operating Never place your finger into the mounting plate or 3 point hitch or loader holes A slight movement of the power unit or this product could cause serious injury BEFORE EACH USE THOROUGHLY INSPECT THIS PRODUCT AND Replace all damaged or excessively worn parts and hardware only with genuine MDS Ma...

Page 10: ...ssing illegible or damaged safety signs Replacement parts for parts with safety signs attached must also have safety signs attached Safety signs are available free of charge from MDS Manufacturing Co Inc PLACEMENT OR REPLACEMENT OF SAFETY SIGNS Clean the area of application with non flammable solvent then wash the same area with soap and water Allow the surface to fully dry Remove the backing from...

Page 11: ... unit specifications CAN result in damage to your power unit and or this product and WILL void all MDS Manufacturing Co Inc warranties NOTICE The Roto King comes standard with two 6 long hoses to connect with the power unit s hydraulics You need to supply whichever quick coupler matches the unit s couplers The hoses have a dash 8 8 male o ring end fitting These hoses are long enough to reach the q...

Page 12: ...12 REFERENCE THIS SKETCH IF ROTO KING IS PURCHASED FOR A SKID STEER REFERENCE THIS SKETCH IF ROTO KING IS PURCHASED FOR A TRACTOR LOADER ...

Page 13: ...bale loading spears Bevel edge to bottom 2 Bolt on screen guard and support brackets No Part Number Description Quantity 1 100 0033 Washer flat 1 2 8 2 100 0107 Bolt 1 2 x 2 5 NC 4 3 100 0145 Nut punchlock 1 2 NC 12 4 100 0149 Bolt carriage short shoulder 1 2 x 1 NC 8 5 120 0544 Roll guard bracket LH 1 6 120 0555 Roll guard bracket RH 1 7 300 0797 Roll guard frame 1 ...

Page 14: ...workers involved in the mounting process 2 Be sure all connection points are properly secured 3 Refer to the operator s manual s for your power unit loader and quick attach and follow the mounting instructions contained therein 4 Carefully raise the loader arms and cycle the tilt cylinders to check clearances and to verify that all mounting procedures have been successfully completed PROCESSOR HYD...

Page 15: ...hen unroll disassemble and discharge through the bottom of the bucket If a hay plug occurs the reversing action may again be necessary to clear the plug complete the processing of the bale Typically the bale will unroll the easiest in the direction that it was rolled TIP 1 If the bale is rolling toward the operator the bucket should be tilted about 15 20 forward Likewise if the bale is rolling awa...

Page 16: ...lean and are legible Check to make sure processor is properly mounted and locked down to the power unit AFTER EVERY 10 HOURS OF OPERATION Grease all flange bearings refer to drawing below Inspect and tighten Allen screws on bearings and sprockets Inspect and lubricate drive chains If chain is loose it must be tightened to ensure proper wear on sprockets and to prevent slipping when processing bale...

Page 17: ...1 8 100 0151 Bolt 1 2 x 1 75 NC GR8 2 9 100 0153 Nut 5 8 NC GR8 1 190 0170 Chain 60HZ 125 1 10 190 0172 Motor w valve 1 11 190 0173 Sprocket 60 x 21 teeth 1 12 190 0175 Sprocket Idler 60 x 15 teeth 1 190 0184 Connecting Link 60HZ 1 13 220 0120 Idler spacer 1 14 230 0162 Washer 1 5 OD x 3 8 ID x 1 4 TH 1 15 240 0003 Key 5 16 1 16 300 0801 Motor mount assembly 1 THIS CHAIN IS NOT STANDARD CAN BE PUR...

Page 18: ...antity 1 100 0005 Washer lock 5 8 3 2 100 0153 Nut 5 8 NC GR8 3 3 100 0154 Bolt 5 8 x 2 5 NC GR8 1 4 100 0156 Bolt 5 8 x 3 NC GR8 1 5 100 0157 Bolt 5 8 x 3 5 NC GR8 1 6 120 0054 PF Washer 7 7 120 0596 Idler tensioner 1 8 190 0175 Sprocket Idler 60 x 15 teeth 2 ...

Page 19: ...arriage short shoulder 1 2 x 1 NC 1 5 100 0153 Nut 5 8 NC GR8 1 6 100 0154 Bolt 5 8 x 2 5 NC GR8 1 7 100 0155 Nut wing 1 2 NC 1 8 120 0054 PF Washer 3 9 190 0167 Sprocket 60 x 18 tooth 2 10 190 0175 Sprocket Idler 60 x 15 teeth 1 11 190 0197 Key woodruff 5 16 2 12 190 0206 Chain 60 heavy chain 51 1 13 300 0830 Small shield 1 RIGHT SIDE PARTS LIST ...

Page 20: ... 100 0149 Bolt carriage short shoulder 1 2 x 1 NC 1 8 100 0155 Nut wing 1 2 NC 1 9 120 0543 Serrated tooth 40 10 190 0166 Bearing 4 bolt flange 8 11 190 0167 Sprocket 60 x 18 teeth 4 12 190 0174 Sprocket 60 x 30 teeth 1 13 190 0175 Sprocket Idler 60 x 15 teeth 3 14 240 0003 Key 5 16 5 15 300 0798 Rotor 1 keyed shaft 3 16 300 0799 Rotor 2 keyed shafts 1 17 300 0827 Rotor guard 8 18 300 0831 Large s...

Page 21: ... NC 8 3 100 0125 Washer flat 3 8 8 4 120 0583 Skid bolt on LH 1 5 120 0584 Skid bolt on RH 1 SKID PACKAGE OPTION IF YOU ARE RUNNING YOUR ROTO KING ON CONCRETE FOR THE MAJORITY OF THE TIME WE SUGGEST PURCHASING THE SKID PACKAGE OPTION TO REDUCE WEAR ON THE FRAME AND RETAIN THE INTEGRITY OF THIS PRODUCT ...

Page 22: ...ransportation charges shall be paid by the purchaser Purchaser must notify MDS of a claim by registered or certified mail return receipt requested within thirty 30 days after discovery or the claim shall be deemed waived All returns MUST have RGA before MDS will accept the return NO EXCEPTIONS This Warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied including any implied war...

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