McHale
F5400
Baler
64
9.6 Unblocking system
The machine is equipped with an unblock system. In the case of a blockage in the
feeding channel, the PTO overload clutch will disengage and a loud clicking noise will
be heard. Once this sound is heard, immediately turn off the tractor PTO. Pull the cord
towards the tractor cab while operating the pick-up spool lever to lower the channel
floor. (See the following image). Then restart the tractor PTO at a slow speed,
increasing speed slowly up to 540 rpm and not exceeding 610 rpm. Any lumps of
material can now be easily transported into the bale chamber.
If a blockage occurs near bale completion, difficulty will be encountered in restarting
the PTO. The solution to overcome this, is to select Manual mode, then open the
chamber door a small amount so that the bale density gauge goes into the yellow zone.
. Then restart the PTO and once the PTO is back up to
speed, close the chamber door fully and reselect Auto mode.
After having cleared the blockage, reset the channel floor again by pulling on the cord
while
using the pick-up spool lever (in the opposite direction) to raise the channel floor
(See ‘Unblock floor operation’)
.
Baling can then resume as normal.
Unblock mode and channel floor lowered
WARNING: Never go near the pick-up reel, while the reel is still
rotating and the tractor is running!
Never attempt to go near the pick-up reel while the reel is still rotating
and the tractor is running. In the rare case that the reel cannot be
unblocked using the procedure above, then the pick-up reel will require
manual unblocking, by removing the excess blocked material. To do this
safely ensure the PTO is disengaged, tractor shut down, key removed
and that all parts have stopped rotating. Also ensure machinery can’t roll
by parking machinery on level ground with the brakes applied and
wheels chocked. Remove excess material carefully. Always wear
protective clothing and gloves, beware of sharp edges!