Marathon V-4830, V-4830HD, V-6030, V-6030HD, V-6042LP Installation Manual

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OPERATION, MAINTENANCE

AND INSTALLATION MANUAL

FOR

VERTICAL RECYCLER BALER

INCLUDING THESE MODELS:

V-4830 V-4830HD V-6030LP
V-6030 V-6030HD V-6042LP

V-7230HD

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INDUSTRIES COMPANY

Marathon Equipment Co. OMI Manual No. 0003, Rev. 01/01

VERNON, AL - YERINGTON, NV - CLEARFIELD, PA

LEEDS, AL - FAYETTE, AL

SECTION 1 - Operation

Introduction ................................................................. 1-1

Pre-Operating Instructions ....................................... 1-2

Controls

For HD and V-6030LP Units ................................1-3

For V-6030 and V-4830 Units ..............................1-4

For V6042LP Units .............................................. 1-5

Control Description ...................................................... 1-6

Operating Instructions

Making A Bale - HD and LP Units ....................... 1-7

Making a Bale - V-6030 and V-4830 ................... 1-8

Bale Tie Off - V-6030HD, V-4830HD, V-7230HD 1-9

Diagram .......................................................... 1-10

Bale Tie Off - V-6030LP ...................................... 1-11

Diagram .......................................................... 1-12

Bale Tie Off - V-6042LP ...................................... 1-13

Diagram .......................................................... 1-14

Bale Tie Off - V-4830 and V-6030 ...................... 1-15

Diagram .......................................................... 1-16

Tie Slot Cleaning-Diagram ........................................ 1-17

Decals ......................................................................... 1-18

Decal Placement For Vertical Balers ...........................1-20

SECTION 2 - Maintenance

Lock-Out & Tag-Out Instructions ............................ 2-1

Supporting of Platen ................................................... 2-2

Periodic Maintenance ................................................. 2-3

Procedures

Pressure Setting .................................................. 2-4

Interlock Testing .................................................. 2-4

Cylinder Removal ................................................ 2-5

Cylinder Rebuilding ............................................ 2-6

Limit Switch Adjustment ...................................... 2-6

Warranty and Service on Motors ......................... 2-6

Feed Gate Latch Adjustment ...............................2-7

Principles of Operation ............................................... 2-8

Baler Specifications..................................................... 2-10

Timer Adjustment ....................................................... 2-11

Charts ......................................................................... 2-12

Parts List .....................................................................2-13

Panel Box

For HD and LP Units ........................................... 2-14

For V-6030 and V-4830 Units ............................. 2-15

CONTENTS

CONTENTS

SECTION 2 - Maintenance (continued)

Power Unit

For 4830, 6030, 4830HD, 6030HD, & 7230HD ... 2-16

For 6030LP ......................................................... 2-17

For 6042LP ......................................................... 2-18

Hydraulic Schematic

For Vertical Balers - Typical ................................ 2-19

For V6042LP ....................................................... 2-20

Trouble-Shooting Chart ...............................................2-21

SECTION 3 - Installation

Off-Loading and Up-Ending Of Baler ......................... 3-1

General Installation .................................................... 3-2

Electrical Installation .................................................. 3-3

Start-Up Instructions .................................................. 3-4

Copyright Marathon Equipment Company, January 2001.

1 OPERATION

INTRODUCTION

THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A MARATHON VERTICAL BALER.

This product is designed to give you reliable service and superior performance for years
to come. To guarantee top performance and the safest operation of the baler, each per­son involved in the operation, maintenance and installation of the baler should read and
thoroughly understand the instructions in this manual and follow all warnings.

The employer(s) involved in the operation, maintenance and installation of the baler
should read and understand the most current version of the following applicable stan­dards:

ANSI Standard No. Z245.5, “Safety Requirements For Baling Equipment”

(A copy of this standard may be obtained from Marathon Equipment

Company, Field Service Department, at 1-800-633-8974).

OSHA 29 CFR, Part 1910.147, “The control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout)”

IF YOU SHOULD NEED FURTHER ASSISTANCE, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR
DISTRIBUTOR. YOU WILL NEED TO PROVIDE THE BALER SERIAL
NUMBER, INSTALLATION DATE, AND ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC NUMBER
TO YOUR DISTRIBUTOR.

IF YOU HAVE ANY SAFETY CONCERNS WITH THE EQUIPMENT, OR
NEED FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT US AT:

Marathon Equipment Company

P.O. Box 1798

Vernon, Al 35592-1798

Attn: Field Service Department

1-800-633-8974

1-1

ALL SERVICE OR REPAIR PROCEDURES DESCRIBED IN THIS
MANUAL SHOULD BE PERFORMED BY AUTHORIZED, FULLY
TRAINED PERSONNEL.
Any service or repairs that go beyond the scope of this manual
should be performed by factory authorized personnel only.

1 OPERATION

PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

NEVER ENTER ANY PART OF THE BALER UNLESS THE DISCONNECT
SWITCH HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND PADLOCKED. Before starting the

baler, be sure no one is inside. Be certain that everyone is clear of all points of
operation and pinch point areas before starting. See Lock-Out & Tag-Out

instructions in the Maintenance section.

THE EMPLOYER SHOULD ALLOW ONLY AUTHO­RIZED AND TRAINED PERSONNEL TO OPERATE
THIS BALER. This baler is equipped with a key oper-

ated locking system. The key(s) should be in the pos­session of only authorized personnel. Turn off and
remove key after use.

Pay close attention to the RED WARNING LIGHT on the control panel. If the light
is illuminated when the feed gate is raised, there is a malfunction of the magnet­ic interlock system. IN THIS EVENT, DISCONTINUE USE OF THE BALER AND
LOCK-OUT & TAG-OUT THE BALER PER THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE
MAINTENANCE SECTION, PAGE 2-1. Perform necessary repairs before continu­ing operation of the baler.

ONLY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL
SHOULD BE ALLOWED INSIDE THE

PANEL BOX. The panel box contains
high voltage components. See Lock-Out
& Tag-Out instructions in the
Maintenance section.

BE CERTAIN TURNBUCKLE AND LATCH IS FULLY LOCKED IN PLACE ON BALE
CHAMBER DOOR BEFORE STARTING BALER.

STAND CLEAR WHILE

BALER IS IN OPERATION.

WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE BALER UNTIL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ARE

THOROUGHLY UNDERSTOOD.

1-2

Federal regulation prohibits operation by persons under 18 years of age.

1 OPERATION

CONTROLS FOR V-4830HD, V-6030HD, V-6030LP, & V-7230HD

FRONT VIEW - VERTICAL BALER

MANUAL DOWN PUSHBUTTON

BALE MADE LIGHT

RED WARNING LIGHT

AUTOCYCLE BUTTON

KEYED ON-OFF SWITCH

EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON

MANUAL UP PUSHBUTTON

MOTOR OVERLOAD
RESET BUTTON
(ON DOOR)

DISCONNECT SWITCH

FEED GATE

CONTROL PANEL

PANEL BOX

TURNBUCKLE TO BALE
CHAMBER DOOR LATCH

BALE CHAMBER DOOR

WARNING

NOTICE

1-3

1 OPERATION

CONTROLS FOR V-6030 & V-4830

WARNING

STOP

MANUAL DOWN

MANUAL UP

AUTO CYCLE

OFF ON

RED WARNING LIGHT

KEYED ON-OFF SWITCH

AUTOCYCLE BUTTON

EMERGENCY STOP
BUTTON

MOTOR OVERLOAD
RESET BUTTON
(ON DOOR)

MANUAL UP BUTTON

MANUAL DOWN BUTTON

FEED GATE

TURNBUCKLE TO BALE
CHAMBER DOOR LATCH

BALE CHAMBER DOOR

CONTROL PANEL

PANEL BOX

NOTE: A fused disconnect is not provid­ed on these models. The disconnect
must be provided, by the installer, per
the installation instructions in the
Installation section of this manual.

FRONT VIEW - VERTICAL BALER

1-4

1 OPERATION

CONTROLS FOR V-6042LP

1-5

FRONT VIEW - LOW PROFILE VER

TICAL BALER

RETRACT/EJECT SWITCH

SIDE-MOUNTED
POWER UNIT

MANUAL DOWN PUSHBUTTON

BALE MADE LIGHT

RED WARNING LIGHT

AUTOCYCLE BUTTON

KEYED ON-OFF SWITCH

EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON

MANUAL UP PUSHBUTTON

RESET BUTTON
(ON DOOR)

DISCONNECT
SWITCH

FEED GATE

CONTROL PANEL

PANEL BOX

TURNBUCKLE TO BALE
CHAMBER DOOR LATCH

BALE CHAMBER DOOR

ON-OFF (Keyed Selector Switch)
Turning this switch to the ON position activates the other controls on the control station.
The baler can not be operated unless the key is in the switch and the switch is in the ON
position. The purpose of this switch is to allow only authorized and trained personnel to
operate the baler. The key should be removed from the baler when not in use and should
stay in the possession of only responsible and trained personnel.

EMERGENCY STOP (Red Mushroom Head Pushbutton)
Depressing this button will stop the machine at any point in the cycle.

AUTOCYCLE (Green Pushbutton)
The AUTOCYCLE button can be used only when the feed gate and bale door are closed
and the keyswitch is in the ON position. Once depressed, the AUTOCYCLE button will
cause the platen to move to the fully down position and back to the fully raised position
(one complete cycle).

MANUAL UP (Black Pushbutton)
This button will only start the baler with the keyswitch in the ON position. Depressing the
button will raise the platen with the feed gate and bale door opened or closed. It is normally
used during bale ejection. It can also be used to interrupt the automatic cycle and raise the
platen should it become necessary. The MANUAL UP button is a “Hold To Run” control,
causing the baler to stop when it is released. WARNING: STAY CLEAR OF MOVING
PARTS WHEN USING THE MANUAL UP BUTTON WITH THE FEED GATE OPEN.

MANUAL DOWN (Black Pushbutton)
This button will only start the baler with the keyswitch in the ON position. Depressing the
button will lower the platen only if the feed gate and bale door are closed. It can be used to
interrupt the automatic cycle and lower the platen should it become necessary. The MANU­AL DOWN button is a “Hold To Run” control, causing the baler to stop when it is released.

RED WARNING LIGHT
This light will warn the operator of a magnetic interlock switch malfunction. If the light is on
and the feed gate is in the up position, there is a problem. Discontinue use of the baler.
Turn off the baler and Lock-out and Tag-out per the instructions on page 2-1. Then call a
qualified service person. The light SHOULD BE ON when the feed gate is in the down posi­tion.

BALE MADE LIGHT (Not included on V-6030 and V-4830 models)
This light will come on if enough material has been compacted to make a complete bale.

RETRACT/EJECT (Spring-centered Switch) (USED ON THE V-6042LP ONL

Y)

This spring-centered switch will eject the bale by means of a hydraulic ejector when the
switch is held to the EJECT position. When the button is held to the RETRACT position, the
ejector will retract. The MANUAL UP button must be depressed and held at the same time
the RETRACT/EJECT switch is used.

1 OPERATION

CONTROL DESCRIPTION

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

1-6

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T

O MAKE A BALE : HD & LP Units

1. Feed material into baler. If starting a new bale, place a large flat piece of mater-
ial flat on the baler floor. NOTE: Do not attempt to overfill the feed chamber by
forcing material into the chamber with the feed gate. This can cause gate release
malfunction and may damage baler.

2. Pull gate handle down to close feed gate. NOTE: Check red warning light
before closing feed gate. If gate is open and light is on, discontinue use of the
baler and call for service.

3. To start the baler, insert the key into the keyswitch and turn to the ON

position.

4. Press the AUTOCYCLE button. The platen will make a complete cycle down
and back up. When the platen is in the full up position, the feed gate will auto­matically open and the motor will automatically shutdown.

5. Repeat steps 1 through 4 until platen stops in down position and “BALE MADE”
light comes on.

NOTE: In normal operation, the feed gate will be open when you walk up to
place material into the baler. For added security, the feed gate can be manually
closed after the AUTOCYCLE(S). To open the gate, you will have to insert the
key into the keyswitch and run the baler through a complete AUTOCYCLE.

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY:

Push the large red button to

STOP

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - MAKING A BALE

WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE BALER UNTIL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ARE

UNDERSTOOD.

See pages 1-3 through 1-5 for control panel layout and location.

1-7

WARNING: Interlocks and safety devices were installed on this unit for
your protection. Never disable or bypass any interlock or safety
device. Failure to comply with this warning could result in serious injury or
death.

TO MAKE A BALE : V-6030 & V-4830

1. Feed material into baler. If starting a new bale, place a large flat piece of mater-
ial flat on the baler floor. NOTE: Do not attempt to overfill the feed chamber by
forcing material into the chamber with the feed gate. This can cause gate release
malfunction and may damage baler.

2. Pull gate handle down to close feed gate. NOTE: Check red warning light
before closing feed gate. If gate is open and light is on, discontinue use of the
baler and call for service.

3. To start the baler, insert the key into the keyswitch and turn to the ON

position.

4. Press the AUTOCYCLE button. The platen will make a complete cycle down
and back up. When the platen is in the full up position, the feed gate will auto­matically open and the motor will automatically shutdown.

5. Repeat steps 1 through 4 until the arrow on the platen dwells in direct line with
the arrow on the NOTICE decal on the feed gate, before returning to the up
position.

NOTE: In normal operation, the feed gate will be open when you walk up to
place material into the baler. For added security, the feed gate can be manually
closed after the AUTOCYCLE(S). To open the gate, you will have to insert the
key into the keyswitch and run the baler through a complete AUTOCYCLE.

WARNING: Interlocks and safety devices were installed on this unit for
your protection. Never disable or bypass any interlock or safety
device. Failure to comply with this warning could result in serious injury or
death.

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY:

Push the large red button to

STOP

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - MAKING A BALE

1 OPERATION

1-8

WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE BALER UNTIL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ARE

UNDERSTOOD.

See pages 1-3 through 1-5 for control panel layout and location.

When the BALE MADE light comes on, it is time to tie off the bale and eject the bale
from the baler. See page 1-3 for control panel layout and location. See the following

page for a diagram of the following steps.

FOR BALE TIE OFF & BALE EJECT (HD MODELS):

1. Depress the MANUAL UP button until the feed gate opens.

2. Insert a large, flat piece of material across the top of the bale.

3. Close feed gate and depress the AUTOCYCLE button. The platen
will stop in the down position and the BALE MADE light will be illumi­nated.

CAUTION: CLEAR ALL PERSONNEL FROM FRONT OF BALER
BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH STEPS 4 THROUGH 8.

4. Release the bale chamber door latch on the side of baler and open
the bale chamber door all the way. Feed gate is closed but will raise
when the chamber door is opened.

5. CAUTION: Wear safety glasses and leather gloves during the follow­ing operation:
Tie off bale by inserting bale ties through the platen, “loop end” first.

Always insert bale ties through the tie slots in the platen, first.

Feed wire through until it comes out of the slot in the baler floor.
Tie off each tie. Bale ties should be tightened only hand tight, allow­ing for bale expansion when released.

6. Standing at the side, make sure all personnel are clear of the front of
the baler. Depress the MANUAL UP button.

7. Hold the MANUAL UP button until bale ejects, then release the
button.

8. Remove bale.

9. Close and latch the bale chamber door. Close feed gate. Depress
AUTOCYCLE to cycle and reset ejector. Bale sequence is ready to
be repeated.

1 OPERATION

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ­BALE TIE OFF/BALE EJECT FOR V-6030HD, V-4830HD, V-7230HD

1-9

1 OPERATION

DIAGRAM ­BALE TIE OFF/BALE EJECT FOR V-6030HD, V-4830HD, V-7230HD

GATE ­CLOSED.
STEP 3.

PLATEN - BALE TIE
GUIDE, 6 PLACES.
SEE STEP 5.

BALE
MADE
LIGHT

DOOR
LATCH ­OPEN

BALE CHAMBER DOOR - OPEN.
SEE STEP 4.

FLOOR - BALE TIE
GUIDE, 6 PLACES.
SEE STEP 5.

FEED

FRONT VIEW OF BALER

SIDE VIEW

BALE TIE - TIGHTENED
HAND TIGHT

BALE DURING EJECTION

BALE

PALLET RECOMMENDED
FOR SUPPORTING BALE

SIDE VIEW

BALE CHAMBER
DOOR

SIDE VIEW

- BALE

BALE TIE - INSERT AND PUSH THROUGH
PLATEN GUIDES. TIES WILL CIRCLE THE
BALE AND COME OUT OF THE FLOOR
GUIDES. SEE STEP 5.

BALE

1-10

When the BALE MADE light comes on, it is time to tie off the bale and eject the bale
from the baler. See page 1-3 for control panel layout and location. See the following

page for a diagram of the following steps.

FOR BALE TIE OFF & BALE EJECT (V-6030LP):

1. Depress the MANUAL UP button until the feed gate opens.

2. Insert a large, flat piece of material across the top of the bale.

3. Close feed gate and depress the AUTOCYCLE button. The platen
will stop in the down position and the BALE MADE light will be illumi­nated.

CAUTION: CLEAR ALL PERSONNEL FROM FRONT OF BALER
BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH STEPS 4 THROUGH 8.

4. Release the bale chamber door latch on the side of baler and open
the bale chamber door all the way. Feed gate is closed but will raise
when the chamber door is opened.

5. CAUTION: Wear safety glasses and leather gloves during the follow­ing operation:
Facing the front of the bale, tie off bale by inserting bale ties (loop
end first) through the platen. Always insert bale ties through the
tie slots in the platen, first. Go to the rear of the baler and feed
the loop end of the bale ties down and through the aligned tie slots in
the floor. Finally, go to the front of the baler and tie each of the
ties. Bale ties should be tightened only hand tight, allowing for bale
expansion when released.

6. Before ejecting the bale, go to the rear of the baler and manually
engage the bale eject latch (WARNING: Never engage eject latch if
bale door is closed). To engage the latch, pull (rotate) the latch han­dle up all the way. Standing at the side, make sure all personnel are
clear of the front of the baler. Depress the MANUAL UP button.

7. Hold the MANUAL UP button until bale ejects, then release button.

8. Remove bale.

9. Close and latch bale chamber door. Close feed gate. Depress AUTO­CYCLE to cycle and reset ejector. Bale sequence is ready to be
repeated.

1 OPERATION

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ­BALE TIE OFF/BALE EJECT FOR V-6030LP

1-11

1 OPERATION

DIAGRAM - BALE TIE OFF/BALE EJECT FOR V-6030LP

FEED
GATE

PLATEN - BALE TIE
GUIDE, 6 PLACES.
SEE STEP 5.

BALE
MADE
LIGHT

DOOR
LATCH ­OPEN

BALE CHAMBER DOOR ­OPEN.
SEE STEP 4.

FLOOR - BALE TIE
GUIDE, 6 PLACES.
SEE STEP 5.

FRONT VIEW OF BALER

SIDE VIEW

BALE TIE - TIGHTENED

BALE DURING EJECTION

- STEP 7.
BALE

PALLET RECOM­MENDED FOR
SUPPORTING
BALE

SIDE VIEW

BALE CHAMBER
DOOR

SIDE VIEW -

BALE

BALE TIE - INSERT AND PUSH
THROUGH PLATEN GUIDE.
SEE STEP 5.

BALE

- CLOSED.
STEP 3.

HAND TIGHT

BALE EJECT LATCH­ENGAGED. STEP 6.

FEED TIES
THROUGH
FLOOR
GUIDES ­STEP 5.

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1 OPERATION

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ­BALE TIE OFF/BALE EJECT FOR V-6042LP

1-13

When the BALE MADE light comes on, it is time to tie off the bale and eject the bale
from the baler. See page 1-5 for control panel layout and location. See the following

page for a diagram of the following steps.

FOR BALE TIE OFF & BALE EJECT (V-6042LP):

1. Depress the MANUAL UP button until the feed gate opens.

2. Insert a large, flat piece of material across the top of the bale.

3. Close feed gate and depress the AUTOCYCLE button. The platen
will stop in the down position and the BALE MADE light will be illumi­nated.

CAUTION: CLEAR ALL PERSONNEL FROM FRONT OF BALER

BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH STEPS 4 THROUGH 8.

4. Release the bale chamber door latch on the side of baler and open
the bale chamber door all the way. Feed gate is closed but will raise
when chamber door is opened.

5.

CAUTION:

Wear safety glasses and leather gloves during the follow-

ing operation: Tie off bale by inserting bale ties through the platen,
“loop end” first. Always insert bale ties through the tie slots in the
platen, first. Feed wire through until it comes out of the slot in the

baler floor. Tie off each tie. Bale ties should be tightened only hand
tight, allowing for bale expansion when platen is released.

6. Depress the MANUAL UP button until the platen reaches its up posi­tion.

7. Standing at the side, make sure all personnel are clear of the front of
the baler. Depress and hold the MANUAL UP button and hold the
RETRACT/EJECT switch to the right (EJECT) until the bale ejects.
Depress and hold the MANUAL UP button and hold the RETRACT/
EJECT switch to the left (RETRACT) until the ejector retracts all the
way. Baler will not function if ejector is not fully retracted.

8. Remove bale from in front of baler.

9. Close and latch the bale chamber door. Bale sequence is ready to be
repeated.

NOTE: You can close the feed gate at this time if added security is required. To
open the gate you will have to run the baler through a complete AUTOCYCLE.

1 OPERATION

DIAGRAM - BALE TIE OFF/BALE EJECT FOR V-6042LP

1-14

FEED GATE ­CLOSED.
STEP 3.

PLATEN - BALE TIE
SLOT, 6 PLACES.
SEE STEP 5.

BALE
MADE
LIGHT

DOOR
LATCH ­OPEN

BALE CHAMBER DOOR - OPEN.
SEE STEP 4.

FLOOR - BALE TIE
SLOT, 6 PLACES.
SEE STEP 5.

FRONT VIEW OF BALER

SIDE VIEW

BALE TIE - TIGHTENED
HAND TIGHT

BALE DURING EJECTION
SEE STEP 7

RECOMMEND
SUPPORTING
BALE WITH
PALLET JACK
OR FORK LIFT

SIDE VIEW

BALE
CHAMBER
DOOR

SIDE VIEW

- BALE

BALE TIE - INSERT AND PUSH

THROUGH PLATEN TIE SLOTS.

TIES WILL COME OUT OF THE

FLOOR TIE SLOTS. SEE STEP 5.

BALE

1 OPERATION

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ­BALE TIE OFF/BALE EJECT FOR V-4830 & V-6030

When the arrow decal on the platen dwells in direct line with the notice decal arrow on
the feed gate, it is time to tie off the bale and eject the bale from the baler. See page
1-4 for control panel layout and location. See the following page for a diagram of the fol­lowing steps.

FOR BALE TIE OFF & BALE EJECT (V-4830 & V-6030):

1. Insert a large, flat piece of material across the top of the bale.

2. Close feed gate and depress the MANUAL DOWN button. The platen
will dwell in the down position and the arrows on the platen and feed
gate will be in direct line. Release the MANUAL DOWN button.

3. Place the ejector hook on the platen (located on the rear of machine).

CAUTION: CLEAR ALL PERSONNEL FROM FRONT OF BALER
BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH STEPS 4 THROUGH 7.

4. Release the bale chamber door latch on the side of baler and open the
bale chamber door all the way. Feed gate is closed but will raise when
chamber door is opened.

5. CAUTION: Wear safety glasses and leather gloves during the follow-
ing operation: Tie off bale by inserting bale ties through the platen,
“loop end” first. Always insert bale ties through the tie slots in the
platen, first. Feed wire through until it comes out of the slot in the
back of baler. Go to the rear of the baler and feed the looped end of
the bale ties down and through the aligned tie slots in the floor.
Finally, go to the front of the baler and tie each of the ties. Bale ties
should be tightened only hand tight, allowing for bale expansion
when platen is released.

6. Standing at the side, make sure all personnel are clear of the front of
the baler. Depress and hold the MANUAL UP button until the bale
ejects.

7. Remove bale from in front of baler. Close and latch the bale door.

8. Close the feed gate, and press the MANUAL DOWN button until the
ejector hook releases from the platen

10. Press and hold the MANUAL UP button until the platen is in the up
position, and the feed gate raises. Bale sequence is ready to be
repeated.
NOTE: You can close the feed gate at this time if added security is required. To
open the gate you will have to run the baler through a complete AUTOCYCLE.

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DIAGRAM - BALE TIE OFF/BALE EJECT FOR V-4830 & V-6030

1 OPERATION

FRONT VIEW

SIDE VIEW

WIRE GUIDES

ARROWS ALIGNED
TO SHOW BALE
MADE POSITION

EJECTOR HOOK ON
PLATEN

INSERT WIRE TIES
THROUGH FLOOR
GUIDES

PALLET RECOMMENDED

HOOK POSITION WHILE
BALING

BALE DOOR

BALE DOOR LATCH

FEED GATE

BALE TIE- INSERT AND PUSH
THROUGH PLATEN AND FLOOR
GUIDES. TIE BALE TIES HAND
TIGHT TO ALLOW FOR EXPANSION.

BALE- AFTER
EJECTION

BALE- DURING
EJECTION

EJECTOR
HOOK WHEN
BALE IS
EJECTED

1-16

1 OPERATION

DIAGRAM - TIE SLOT CLEANING

1-17

AT TIMES THE TIE SLOTS MAY BECOME OBSTRUCTED WITH MATERIAL AND PREVENT THE
WIRE TIES FROM PROPER INSERTION THROUGH THE SLOTS AND AROUND THE BALE. THE
BALER IS SUPPLIED WITH A SLOT CLEANING TOOL FOR RODDING OUT THE TIE SLOTS.

TO USE, INSERT THE TOOL INTO THE PROBLEM SLOT AND PUNCH OR DRAG THE MATERIAL
OUT.

IF THE WIRE GUIDES BECOME OBSTRUCTED WITH MATERIAL , THE BALER SHOULD BE
EMPTIED, LOCKED OUT AND TAGGED OUT, AND THE PLATEN SHOULD BE CHOCKED AS
SHOWN IN THE MAINTENANCE SECTION OF THIS MANUAL BEFORE CLEANING THE WIRE
GUIDES.

FRONT VIEW

SIDE VIEW

BALE

WARNING LIGHT

FEED GATE

WIRE GUIDES

TIE SLOTS

SLOT CLEANING T

OOL

HANDLE

WARNING DECAL REQUIREMENTS

When your baler leaves the factory, several WARNING DECALS are installed for pro­tection. These labels are subject to wear and abuse due to the nature of the operation.
THESE DECALS MUST BE MAINTAINED. Additional decals may be purchased
through your distributor.

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DECALS

DANGER: DO NOT ENTER.
DANGER: 208 VOLTS. or
DANGER: 230 VOLTS. or
DANGER: 460 VOLTS.
DANGER: 208 VOLTS. or
DANGER: 230 VOLTS. or
DANGER: 460 VOLTS.
CAUTION: GATE MUST BE CLOSED BEFORE OPERATING

BALER.
DANGER: KEEP HANDS OUT.
CAUTION: STAND CLEAR WHEN BALE IS EJECTED.
CAUTION: STAND CLEAR WHILE OPERATING DOOR

LOCK.
NOTICE: PERIODIC MAINTENANCE IS REQUIRED AND IS

YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
DANGER. DISCONNECT AND LOCK OUT POWER

BEFORE OPENING THIS PANEL.
WARNING: FEDERAL REGULATION PROHIBITS OPERA-

TION OF THIS EQUIPMENT BY PERSONS UNDER 18
YEARS OF AGE.

MARATHON EQUIPMENT COMPANY.

Decal Number 06-0039 ­Decal Number 06-0043 ­Decal Number 06-0044 ­Decal Number 06-0045 ­Decal Number 06-0101 ­Decal Number 06-0102 ­Decal Number 06-0103 ­Decal Number 06-0115 -

Decal Number 06-0116 ­Decal Number 06-0117 ­Decal Number 06-0118 -

Decal Number 06-0119 -

Decal Number 06-0120 -

Decal Number 06-0121 -

Decal Number 06-0126 -

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WARNING DECAL REQUIREMENTS

When your baler leaves the factory, several WARNING DECALS are installed for pro­tection. These labels are subject to wear and abuse due to the nature of the operation.
THESE DECALS MUST BE MAINTAINED. Additional decals may be purchased
through your distributor.

1 OPERATION

DECALS

CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE BALER UNTIL OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS ARE UNDERSTOOD. NEVER PLACE ANY
PART OF BODY INSIDE BALE CHAMBER. STAND CLEAR
WHILE BALER IS IN OPERATION. FEDERAL LAW PRO­HIBITS OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT BY PERSONS
UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE. TURN OFF AND REMOVE KEY
AFTER USE. STAND CLEAR WHILE EJECTING BALE.
(Also, includes Operating Instructions).

WARNING: STAY CLEAR OF BALE CHAMBER WHEN
LIGHT IS ILLUMINATED. IF LIGHT IS ILLUMINATED WHEN
BALE DOOR OR FEED GATE IS OPEN, DISCONTINUE
USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT AND CALL QUALIFIED SER­VICE PERSONNEL.

DANGER: STAY OFF TOP BALER. DO NOT CLIMB ON
SIDES. USE WORK PLATFORM FOR SERVICING.

NOTICE BALE MADE IF ARROW DOES NOT PASS.
(V-4830 & V-6030 ONLY)

ORANGE ARROW.
(V-4830 & V-6030 ONLY)

Decal Number 06-0130 -

Decal Number 06-0132 -

Decal Number 06-0133 -

Decal Number 06-0651-

Decal Number 06-0652 -

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1 OPERATION

DECAL PLACEMENT FOR HD & LP MODELS

06-0116

06-0103

06-0039

DISCONNECT

06-0132

06-0117

06-0130

06-0119

06-0120

06-0043

06-0133

06-0118

06-0121

06-0126

06-0115

06-0102 or

06-0101 or

06-0044
06-0045

FRONT

VIEW

SIDE VIEW

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FRONT VIEW OF V-6042LP

06-0101, 06-0102, OR 06-0103 (ON SIDE-MOUNTED POWER UNIT)

ALL OTHER DECALS ON THE
V-6042LP ARE LOCATED AS
SHOWN ABOVE.

NOTE: Installation is not
complete until all decals are
in place.

1 OPERATION

DECAL PLACEMENT FOR V-4830 & V-6030

U
L

R

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LISTED

16BF

C

DOVER

VERNON, AL − YERINGTON, NV − CLEARFIELD, PA

1−800−633−8974

VERTICAL BALER

PATENT # 5,044,271

MODEL

SERIAL #

THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH

ANSI Z245.5−1990.

R

R

FRONT VIEW

OF PLATEN

06-0101,

OR 06-0102,

OR 06-0103

06-0652

06-0132

06-0119

PLACE ON
PANEL BOX
BRACKET

06-0121

06-0118

06-0275

FRONT VIEW

SIDE VIEW

06-0120

06-0101,

OR 06-0102,

OR 06-0103

06-0130

06-0133

BOTH SIDES

06-0117

06-0097

06-0039
06-0651
06-0116

06-0115

06-0126
06-0147

NOTE: Installation is not
complete until all decals are
in place.

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2 MAINTENANCE

LOCK-OUT & TAG-OUT INSTRUCTIONS

ELECTRICAL: The panel box contains high voltage

components. Only authorized service personnel
should be allowed inside the box. Authorized service
personnel should be allowed inside the box only
after the baler has been locked-out and tagged-out.

FOREWORD: Before entering any part of the baler, be
sure that all sources of energy have been shut off, all
potential hazards have been eliminated, and the baler
is locked-out and tagged-out in accordance with
OSHA and ANSI requirements. Before servicing the
hydraulic system or the inside of the bale chamber,
THE PLATEN MUST BE PROPERLY SUPPORTED AS
SHOWN ON THE NEXT PAGE.

The specific lock-out and
tag-out instructions may vary from company to company (i.e.
multiple locks may be required, or other machinery may need to
be locked-out and tagged-out). The following instructions are
provided as minimum guidelines.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Move the main disconnect lever to the OFF position. The disconnect switch on

models V-4830 & V-6030 is located in the disconnect panel on the wall. The disconnect
switch on all other models is located in the panel box of the machine.

2. Padlock the disconnect lever with a keyed padlock and take the key with
you.

(To insert the lock through the lock tab on the disconnect handle, pull the lock tab out of

the disconnect handle when the handle is in the OFF position.)

3. Along with the padlock, place an appropriate, highly visible, warning tag on
the disconnect lever. The tag should provide a warning such as: “ Danger: Do not oper-

ate equipment. Person working on equipment.” or “ Warning: Do not energize without the per­mission of ________________________.”

4. After locking and tagging the baler, try to start and operate the baler (as out­lined in the Operating Instructions) to make sure the lock-out and tag-out is
effective. If the lock-out and tag-out is effective, remove the key from the
keyswitch and take it with you.

HYDRAULIC: Stored hydraulic energy must be removed from the baler hydraulic cir-

cuit for complete lock-out and tag-out. Make sure that this energy has been relieved
by manually depressing the solenoid valve pin located in the center of the coil end of
each valve.

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(Typical disconnect shown, other types may lock-out differently.)

2 MAINTENANCE

SUPPORTING OF PLATEN

BALE CHAM­BER DOOR,
OPEN

FEED GATE OPEN ­PLATEN IN UP
POSITION

DISCONNECT
IN OFF POSI­TION AND
LOCKED-OUT

4” X 4” WOOD
BEAM IN EACH
REAR CORNER

FRONT VIEW OF BALER

WARNING: BEFORE ENTERING BALE CHAMBER FOR SERVICE, BE SURE THAT

THE PLATEN IS SECURELY SUPPORTED. AT A MINIMUM, USE TWO WOODEN
4” X 4” BEAMS (GOOD CONDITION), CUT TO FIT SNUG IN EACH REAR CORNER
OF THE CHAMBER WHILE SUPPORTING THE PLATEN IN THE UP POSITION. THE
TOP END OF EACH BEAM SHOULD BE IN THE EXTREME CORNER, WHILE THE
BOTTOM END SHOULD BE POSITIONED OVER THE OUTER TIE SLOT IN THE
FLOOR. SEE DIAGRAM BELOW.

DANGER: DO NOT CLIMB ON SIDES OF BALER. USE A LADDER OR WORK

PLATFORM WHEN WORKING ON TOP OF THE BALER OR OTHER AREAS OF THE
BALER THAT CAN NOT BE REACHED FROM GROUND LEVEL.

WARNING: PARTS OF THE PLATEN WILL EXTEND ABOVE THE TOP OF THE

BALER WHEN THE PLATEN IS FULLY RAISED.

BEAM OVER
OUTER TIE
SLOT IN FLOOR

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Check external hoses for chafing, rubbing, leakage, or other deterioration and dam­age. Tighten all fittings as necessary. Check hydraulic cylinder, cylinder pin and
bolts for signs of wear and fatigue.
Check for any obvious unsafe conditions, such as operator obstructions, in baler
area.
Check oil level in hydraulic reservoir.
Lubricate the door hinge, and mechanical door lock with oil.
Check magnetic interlock on feed gate for proper operation.
Clean out wire guides on machines equipped with them. Follow platen chocking
procedures and lock out and tag out procedures.
Check guide shoes for wear, and lubricate as needed with an all purpose grease.
Apply a light coating of all purpose grease in the feed gate tracks.
Apply a light application of all purpose oil to the feed gate latch moving parts.

Check functional operation of controls and options (stop button, timers, lights, etc.).
Check hydraulic cylinder, and hoses, for leakage, chafing and wear.

The hydraulic filter should be cleaned at regular annual intervals.
The filter may be removed from the power unit through the cleanout cover in the top

of the reservoir.
Care should be exercised in cleaning the fiIter to insure that the element is not torn.

Clean the element with a soft brush and standard industrial solvent.
Replace the filter after cleaning and check fittings for tightness. Pump noise and a

"crackle" sound is most often caused by air entering the pump suction line.
Tightening the suction fittings will usually eliminate the problem.

2 MAINTENANCE

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

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MONTHLY

THREE MONTHS

ANNUAL FILTER MAINTENANCE

ANNUALLY

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3.

Replace the hydraulic fluid. See Recommended Oil.
Electric motor bearings should be lubricated once a year.
Clean the top of the power unit to remove the dirt build up.

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WARNING: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR SERVICE PROCEDURES ON THE

BALER, MAKE SURE THE BALER IS LOCKED-OUT AND TAGGED OUT PER THE INSTRUCTIONS
ON PAGE 2-1. FOR MAINTENANCE INSIDE THE BALE CHAMBER, SEE THE PLATEN CHOCKING
PROCEDURE ON PAGE 2-2.

With the key switch in the ON position, use the MANUAL DOWN button to move the
platen to the full down position.
Turn off the power and perform the LOCK-OUT and TAG-OUT procedures
described on page 2-1.
Manually shift the solenoid valve in each direction to relieve pressure.
Remove the 1/4” plug from the 3/4” 90 degree elbow in the valve subplate.
Install a pressure gauge in the 1/4” hole.
Remove the Lock-out and Tag-out provisions and turn on power to the baler.
Have an operator hold the MANUAL DOWN button. This will start the baler and the
hydraulic system will build relief pressure. Turn the adjustment screw on the relief
valve clockwise to increase the pressure, or counter clockwise to decrease the
pressure. See CHARTS for proper setting for your model.
Tighten locknut on adjustment screw.
Have the operator release the MANUAL DOWN button and press the STOP button.
Turn off the power and perform the LOCK-OUT and TAG-OUT procedures
described on page 2-1.
Remove the pressure gauge and reinstall the 1/4” plug.
This procedure is complete.

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2 MAINTENANCE

PROCEDURES - PRESSURE SETTING, INTERLOCK TESTING

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM PRESSURE SETTING

MAGNETIC INTERLOCK TESTING

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4.

This baler is equipped with a solid state output magnetic interlock switch. Because
it is a semiconductor device, it can not be checked with a continuity light or OHM
tester. The switch must be checked with the power ON. The RED WARNING
LIGHT on the control panel has been provided to indicate if the switch is working
properly.
To check the switch, turn the keyswitch to the ON position. When the feed gate or
bale door is open, the light should be off. When the bale door and feed gate are
closed, the light should be on.
If further verification is required, a volt meter (120V) may be connected to terminal
#2A and terminal #7 in the panel box. The meter should read “0” volts with the gate
open and 120 volts with the gate closed.
In no instance should the baler operate in either MANUAL DOWN or AUTOCYCLE
with the feed gate up or bale door open.
WARNING: IF THE INTERLOCK IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY, DISCONNECT
THE POWER AND LOCK-OUT AND TAG-OUT THE BALER UNTIL REPAIRS CAN
BE MADE.

DANGER: DO NOT CLIMB ON SIDES OF BALER. USE A LADDER OR WORK PLATFORM

WHEN WORKING ON TOP OF THE BALER OR OTHER AREAS OF THE BALER THAT CAN
NOT BE REACHED FROM GROUND LEVEL.

WARNING: PARTS OF THE PLATEN WILL EXTEND ABOVE THE TOP OF THE BALER

WHEN THE PLATEN IS FULLY RAISED.

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2 MAINTENANCE

PROCEDURES - CYLINDER REMOVAL

CYLINDER REMOVAL (ALL UNITS EXCEPT LOW PROFILE, LP)

Raise platen up to the top position with the MANUAL UP button.
Disconnect and Lock-out and Tag-out power per instructions on page 2-1.
Remove guide shoes.
Turn on power and lower platen using the MANUAL DOWN button. Turn off power.
Support platen with fork lift to take pressure off of cylinder pin and to prevent platen from falling
when pin is removed.
Remove bolts and cotter pins in cylinder pin.
Remove platen from front of baler.
Turn on power and retract cylinder rod.
Disconnect and Lock-out and Tag-out power.
Relieve hydraulic pressure by manually depressing solenoid valve (both sides).
Disconnect one hydraulic hose at a time. Plug the hose port before disconnecting the other hose.
NOTE: Remove hose fittings slowly.
WARNING: BE SURE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER IS SECURELY SUPPORTED BEFORE PRO­CEEDING.
With the hydraulic cylinder supported, loosen the 3/4” grade 5 cylinder bolts and grade 5 locknuts.
Remove cylinder.
Before reinstalling cylinder, check cylinder pin, bolts, and cylinder rod for signs of fatigue. Do not
reuse parts if wear or cracks are present.
To reinstall the cylinder, reverse the above steps.
Be sure to use new bolts, nuts, and cotter pins in the cylinder pin.

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DANGER: DO NOT CLIMB ON SIDES OF BALER. USE A LADDER OR WORK PLATFORM WHEN
WORKING ON TOP OF THE BALER OR OTHER AREAS OF THE BALER THAT CAN NOT BE
REACHED FROM GROUND LEVEL.

WARNING: PARTS OF THE PLATEN WILL EXTEND ABOVE THE TOP OF THE BALER WHEN THE
PLATEN IS FULLY RAISED.

2-5

MAIN CYLINDER REMOVAL - LOW PROFILE

Raise platen up to the top position with MANUAL UP button. Lock-out and Tag-out power per
instructions on page 2-1. Remove guide shoes.
Turn on power and lower platen using MANUAL DOWN button. Turn off power.
Support platen with fork lift to take pressure off of cylinder pin and to prevent platen from falling
when pin is removed. NOTE: Because of the long pin length, make sure the fork lift is no closer
than 24” to the platen.
Remove the two bolts attaching the cylinder pin assembly to the front of the platen. The cylinder pin
assembly consists of a 21 3/4” long pin (1 1/2” dia) with a ”U” bracket welded to the end. This brack­et fastens to the front of the platen with the two bolts. Slide the pin assembly out of the cylinder and
platen.
Remove platen from front of baler. Turn on power and retract cylinder rod.
Disconnect and Lock-out and Tag-out power. Relieve hydraulic pressure per Lock-out and Tag-out.
Disconnect one hydraulic hose at a time. Plug the hose port before disconnecting the other hose.
NOTE: Remove hose fittings slowly.
WARNING: SUPPORT HYDRAULIC CYLINDER BEFORE PROCEEDING.
With the hydraulic cylinder supported, remove the 1” grade 5 cylinder bolts and grade 5 locknuts.
Remove cylinder.
Before reinstalling cylinder, check cylinder pin, bolts, and cylinder rod for signs of fatigue. Do not
reuse parts if wear or cracks are present.
To reinstall the cylinder, reverse the above steps. Be sure to use new bolts, and cotter pins in the
cylinder pin.

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2 MAINTENANCE

PROCEDURES - CYLINDER REBUILDING, LIMIT SWITCH ADJUSTMENT

CYLINDER REBUILDING

Remove hydraulic cylinder from baler.
Remove bolts and retainer plate from gland.
Remove internal retaining ring.
Remove rod from cylinder barrel.
Remove piston locknut and piston from cylinder rod.
Replace all seals. Discard old seals and old piston locknut.
Replace gland on rod.
Install piston on cylinder rod using new locknut (included in seal kit).
NOTE: Do not reuse old locknut. Torque new locknut to 1000-1200 ft-lbs.
Install piston and rod assembly in cylinder barrel. Be careful not to damage seals.
Install gland in barrel. Install internal retaining ring.
Bolt retainer plate to gland. Reinstall cylinder in baler.

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WARRANTY AND SERVICE ON MOTORS

If the baler motor fails under warranty, have it checked by a qualified electrician or service person. If
there is no problem with fuses or wiring, the motor should be taken to the nearest authorized motor war­ranty shop. If you do not have a list of qualified shops, contact Marathon Equipment Co. The motor war­ranty shop will be able to inspect the motor and determine if it is factory defective. If the motor failed due
to defects in material or workmanship, contact the factory to determine if the motor will be replaced or
repaired. If motor failure was not due to defective material or workmanship, it will be repaired only if cus­tomer agrees to pay for expenses. Marathon Equipment Co. will not absorb cost for pickup and delivery
to service centers. Removal and reinstallation are covered in the standard warranty policy.

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LIMIT SWITCH ADJUSTMENT (ALL HD UNITS)

The baler has only one limit switch. This switch controls the size of the bale and acti­vates the BALE MADE light.

Make a mark on the inside of the bale chamber 39 3/4” from the baler floor (top of
corrugations).
Close the bale chamber door and feed gate and lower the platen until the line just
touches the top of the platen side panel.
Turn off and lock-out and tag-out the power. Adjust the BALE MADE limit switch arm
to the highest point on the actuator.
Remove the Lock-out and Tag-out provisions and turn on power.

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LIMIT SWITCH ADJUSTMENT (ALL LP UNITS)

The baler has only one limit switch. This switch controls the size of the bale and acti­vates the BALE MADE light.

Make a mark on the inside of the bale chamber 29 3/4” from the baler floor (top of
corrugations).
Close the bale chamber door and feed gate and lower the platen until the line just
touches the top of the platen side panel.
Turn off and lock-out and tag-out the power. Adjust the BALE MADE limit switch arm
to the highest point on the actuator.
Remove the Lock-out and Tag-out provisions and turn on power.

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2 MAINTENANCE

PROCEDURES - FEED GA TE LATCH ADJUSTMENT

BALE DOOR

FEED GATE
LATCH

SPRING

FEED GATE

STRIKER

TENSION

ADJUSTMENT

NUT

BOLTS

FOR

STRIKER

NOTE: Adjustment is made by tightening or loos­ning the TENSION ADJUSTMENT NUT with the
feed gate in the up position. Spring tension
should not exceed 5 lbs to prevent excessive
wear on the feed gate latch and striker.

NOTE: In the event of excessive wear, the feed gate latch
STRIKER is removable and replaceable. Striker may be
replaced by removing the two (2) striker bolts. Access to the
striker bolts can be achieved by removing the front cover
from the bale door

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2 MAINTENANCE

PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION

OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS FOR:
V-6030HD, V-4830HD, V-6030LP, AND V-7230HD

When the AUTOCYCLE button is depressed, a contact is made that energizes the motor starter
coil, starting the electric motor and at the same time energizing T1 timer coil, T2 timer coil, and
R1 relay coil. When R1 is energized, the hydraulic oil is directed by the directional control valve
from a signal to the solenoid that shifts the valve. The oil is directed to extend the cylinder and
lower the platen. When T2 times out, the contacts reverse. This de-energizes R1 which causes
the down solenoid to de-energize, and the up solenoid to energize. Oil is directed to the rod end
of the cylinder and the platen is raised. As the platen reaches the full up position, the baler feed
gate opens. Opening the feed gate causes the magnetic interlock contact to open which stops
power to the motor starter coil and shuts the baler down. If the feed gate fails to open, the T1
timer will time out and break power to the motor starter coil, shutting the baler down.

NOTE: The BALE MADE LIGHT will be illuminated if the T2 timer times out while the BALE
MADE limit switch is activated. When this happens, the motor will stop with the platen in the
down position.

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OPERA

TING CHARACTERISTICS FOR:

V-6030, AND V-4830HD

When the AUTOCYCLE button is depressed, a contact is made that energizes the motor starter
coil, starting the electric motor and at the same time energizing T1 timer coil, T2 timer coil, and
R1 relay coil. When R1 is energized, the hydraulic oil is directed by the directional control valve
from a signal to the solenoid that shifts the valve. The oil is directed to extend the cylinder and
lower the platen. When T2 times out, the contacts reverse. This de-energizes R1 which causes
the down solenoid to de-energize, and the up solenoid to energize. Oil is directed to the rod end
of the cylinder and the platen is raised. As the platen reaches the full up position, the baler feed
gate opens. Opening the feed gate causes the magnetic interlock contact to open which stops
power to the motor starter coil and shuts the baler down. If the feed gate fails to open, the T1
timer will time out and break power to the motor starter coil, shutting the baler down.

NOTE: When the platen dwells in the down position with the arrow on the platen in line with the
arrow on the NOTICE decal on the feed gate, it is time to tie the bale. See Bale Tie Off instruc­tions on page 1-15.

2 MAINTENANCE

PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION

V-6042 XLP OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS
Feed Gate and Platen Operation

When the AUTOCYCLE button is depressed, a contact is made that energizes the motor starter
coil, starting the electric motor and at the same time energizing T1 timer coil, T2 timer coil, and
R1 relay coil. When R1 is energized, the hydraulic oil is directed by the directional control valve
from a signal to the SV1A solenoid that shifts the valve. The oil is directed to the base end of
the cylinder to extend the cylinder and lower the platen. When T2 times out, the contacts
reverse. This de-energizes R1 which causes the down solenoid to de-energize, and the up
solenoid (SV1B) to energize. Oil is directed to the rod end of the cylinder and the platen is
raised. As the platen reaches the full up position, the baler feed gate opens. Opening the feed
gate causes the magnetic interlock contact to open which stops power to the motor starter coil
and shuts the baler down. If the feed gate fails to open, the T1 timer will time out and break
power to the motor starter coil, shutting the baler down. NOTE: The BALE MADE LIGHT will be
illuminated if the T2 timer times out while the BALE MADE limit switch is activated. When this
happens, the motor will stop with the platen in the down position.

Ejector Operation

When the bale is ejected, the MANUAL UP button must be depressed and held which ener­gizes the motor starter coil, starting the electric motor. At the same time, the RETRACT/EJECT
switch must be turned and held to the right (EJECT). This energizes the coil on the SV2A sole­noid valve causing it to shift and direct fluid to the base end of the cylinder which cause the
ejector to eject the bale.
When the ejector is retracted, the MANUAL UP button must be depressed and held which ener­gizes the motor starter coil, starting the electric motor. At the same time, the RETRACT/EJECT
switch must be turned and held to the left (RETRACT). This energizes the coil on the SV2B
solenoid valve causing it to shift and direct fluid to the rod end of the cylinder which cause the
ejector to retract.

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2 MAINTENANCE

BALER SPECIFICATIONS

V-4830 V-6030 V-4830HD V-6030HD V-7230HD V-6030LP V-6042LP

Performance:

Cy c le Time:( empty) 69 sec. 69 sec. 69 sec. 69 sec. 48 sec. 48 sec. 48 sec.
Tot al Force: 62,200 lbs. 62,200 lbs. 62,200 lbs. 62,200 lbs. 70,700 lbs. 80,800 lbs. 80,800 lbs.
Platen Face PSI: 47 PSI 37 PSI 47 PSI 37 PSI 35.3 P S I 48 PSI 34 PSI

Electrical:

Control Voltage 120 VAC 120 VAC 120 V AC 120 VAC 120 VAC 120 VAC 120 VAC

M otor: 10 HP 10 HP 10 HP 10 HP 15 HP 10 HP 10 HP
RPM: 1760 RPM 1760 RP M 1760 RPM 1760 RPM 1725 RPM 1760 RPM 1760 RPM

Timer Settings­ T1 75 75 75 75 51 55 55
T2 38 38 38 38 26 28 28

Hydraulic:

Pump: 9 GPM 9 GPM 9 GPM 9 GPM 13 GPM 9 GPM 9 GPM
Pressure:(3 Phase) 2200 PSI 2200 PSI 2200 PSI 2200 PSI 2500 PSI 2100 PSI 2100 PSI
Pressure:(1 Phase) 1700 PSI 1700 PSI 1700 PSI 1700 PSI N/A 1700 PS I 1700 PSI
Cy linder B or e: 6" 6" 6" 6" 6" 7" 7"
Cy linder Rod: 3" 3" 3" 3" 3" 4" 4"
Cy linder S troke: 48" 48" 48" 48" 48" 26" 26"
Reservoir Capac ity: 14 GAL. 14 GAL. 14 GA L. 14 GAL. 14 G AL. 17 GAL. 17 GAL.

Demensional Data:

Feed O pening­ Height: 24" 24" 24" 24" 24" 19" 19"
Widt h: 48" 60" 48" 60" 72" 60" 60"

Feed Height : 50" 50" 50" 50" 52" 38" 38"
Bale Siz e-

Widt h: 48" 60" 48" 60" 72" 60" 60"
Depth: 30" 30" 30" 30" 30" 30" 42"
Height: 48" 48" 48" 48" 48" 30" 30"

Bale Door Clearanc e 49" 61" 49" 61" 73" 61" 61"
Overall Height: 139" 139" 139" 139" 141" 95" 95"

Overall Widt h: 68" 80" 68" 80" 92" 93" 93"
Overall Depth: 48 1/4" 48 1/4" 51 1/2" 51 1/2" 51 1/2" 48" 64"

Tot al Weight: 3,600 lbs. 4,050 lbs. 4, 150 lbs. 4, 600 lbs. 6, 000 lbs. 5, 000 lbs. 6, 200 lbs.

Bale Ties 14ga. X 14' 14ga. X 14' 14ga. X 14' 14ga. X 14' 14ga. X 14' 14ga. X 11' 14ga. X 11'

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NOTE: The timer settings are determined by the cycle time of the machine which is

based upon the cylinder bore, rod size, stroke, and pump size. T2 is set at the amount

of time it takes the cylinder to fully extend, and T1 is set at the amount of time it takes to

fully extend and fully retract.

See chart for the correct timer settings for your machine.

2 MAINTENANCE

PROCEDURES - TIMER ADJUSTMENT

Determine the cycle time of your machine from the CHARTS section in this manual
under TIMER SETTINGS. To set a timer, move the appropriate binary switches to the
ON position. The timer switch settings are cumulative (all switches in the ON position
add up to the total number of seconds for the timer setting).

Ex. : Switch 1 ( 1 sec) = OFF

Switch 2 ( 2 sec) = OFF
Switch 3 ( 4 sec) = ON 4 sec
Switch 4 ( 8 sec) = ON 8 sec
Switch 5 ( 16 sec) = ON 16 sec
Switch 6 ( 32 sec) = OFF
Switch 7 ( 64 sec) = OFF
Switch 8 (128 sec) = OFF
Switch 9 (256 sec) = OFF
Switch 10 (512 sec) = OFF
Timer Setting = 28 sec

T1
TIMER

T2
TIMER

BINARY SWITCHES FOR

SETTING TIMER

PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD
(LOCATED IN PANEL BOX)

BINARY SWITCHES FOR

SETTING TIMER

TERMINAL
STRIP

TERMINAL
STRIP

R2

R3

R1

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CHARTS

FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

FULL DUAL ELEMENT INVERSE TIME SERVICE

MOTOR LOAD FUSE BREAKER DISCONNECT
SIZE VAC AMP MAX. SIZE MAX. SIZE AMP

10 HP, 208 30.8 50 80 60

3 PH 230 28.0 50 70 60

460 14.0 25 35 30
575 11.0 20 30 30

10 HP, 208 55.0 100 125 100

1 PH 230 50.0 90 125 100

15 HP, 208 46.2 60 90 60

3 PH 230 42.0 60 90 60

460 21.0 30 40 30
575 17.0 30 40 30

WIRE SIZES

THW Copper 75°C (165°F)

MOTOR SIZE VOLTAGE TO 100’ TO 200’ TO 300’

10 HP, 3 PH 208 6 4 2

230 8 4 3
460 12 10 8
575 12 12 10

10 HP, 1 PH 208 4 1 1/0

230 4 2 1/0

15 HP, 3 PH 208 4 2 1

230 6 3 2
460 10 8 6
575 12 10 8

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1. Union - Unax-46, Unax-AW46

2. Gulf - Harmony 47, Harmony 48-AW

3. Exxon - Teresstic 46, Nuto 46

4. Texaco - Rando 46

5. Chevron - AW 46

6. Shell -Turbo 46, Tellus 46

7. Quaker State - Dextron ll (ATF)

8. Citgo - Pacemaker 46, Tellus - AW46

9. Amoco - (Rycon)

RECOMMENDED OILS

Adjust per FLA of motor.

MOTOR STARTER & HEATER ELEMENTS

MOTOR STARTER HEATER
SIZE VOLTAGE SIZE ELEMENTS
10HP, 3PH 208 2(AB) W-63

230 2(AB) W-63
460 2(AB) W-55
575 2(AB) W-53

15HP, 3PH 208 3(SIEMENS) ADJUST PER FLA OF MOTOR

230 2(AB) W-69
460 2(AB) W-61
575 2(AB) W-58

10HP, 1PH 208 3(SIEMENS) ADJUST PER FLA OF MOTOR

230 3(SIEMENS) ADJUST PER FLA OF MOTOR

Models V-4830 & V-6030 use an IEC contactor and has no NEMA size.

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PARTS LIST

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* After SERIAL NUMBER 127390
** After SERIAL NUMBER 97723

03-0010 LIMIT SW ITCH ARM XXXXXXX

03-0929 PUSHBUTTON, RED MUS HROOM HEAD XXXXXXXXX

03-0934 SWITCH, 2 POS. KEYED SELECTOR XXXXXXXXX

02-3839 PUMP, 9 GP M, VANE X X XXXX

02-1013 PUMP, 13 GP M, VANE X X X

05-0278 TURNBUCKLE, W/8" HA NDWHEEL XXXXXXX

22-4132 FEED GATE STRIKER (BOLT IN) XXXXXXXXX

7230HD

6030LP

6042LP

4830

PART # DESCRIP TION

03-0004 MOTOR, 10 HP, 3 PH

ELECTRICAL

03-0012 LIMIT SW ITCH, 5 DEG. FREE TRAVEL XXXXXXX
03-0288 TRANSFORMER
03-0335 LIGHT, RED OMNI GLOW XXXXXXXXX
03-0343 MOTOR, 15 HP, 3PH X
03-0398 LEGEND, BALE MADE XXXXXXX
03-0403 SOLENOID COIL FOR 02-0357 XXXXXXXXX
03-0148 MOTOR STARTER, SIZE 2 AB XXXXXXX
03-0486 MOTOR STARTER EXTERNAL RESET XXXXXXXXX
03-0488 FUSE, 1.5 AMP XXXXXXXXX
03-0498 SWITCH, MAGNE TIC INTERLOCK XXXXXXXXX
03-0509 LEGEND, AUTOCYCLE, 22mm XXXXXXXXX
03-0510 LEGEND, MANUAL DOWN, 22mm XXXXXXXXX
03-0511 LEGEND, MANUAL UP, 22mm XXXXXXXXX
03-0512 LEGEND, STOP, 22mm XXXXXXXXX
03-0513 LEGEND, OFF/ON, 22mm XXXXXXXXX
03-0600 PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD XXXXXXXXX
03-0928 SWITCH, BLACK PUSHBUTTON, 22mm XXXXXXXXX

03-0935 KEY, FOR 03-0934 XXXXXXXXX
03-0936 CONTACT 1, N.O . FOR 22mm XXXXXXXXX
03-0937 CONTACT 1, N.C. FOR 22mm XXXXXXXXX
03-0987 SWITCH, GREEN PUHSBUTTON, 22mm XXXXXXXXX
03-1367 ENCLOSURE (PANEL BOX) XXXXXXX
03-1676 MOTOR STARTER, IEC CONTACTOR XX
03-1678 MOTOR STARTER, SOLID STATE XX
03-1679 ENCLOSURE (PANEL BOX) XX
03-1681 MOTOR STARTER, AUX. CONTACT XX
99-6875 DISCONNECT CON VERSION KIT XXXXXXX

HYDRAULIC

02-0050 SUCTION FILTER XXXXXXXXX
02-0197 BREATHER CAP XXXXXXXXX
02-0198 SIGHT GAUGE, 3 INCH XXXXXXXXX
02-0214 RELIEF CARTRIDGE XXXXXXXXX
02-0244 HUB COUPLING XXXXXXXXX
02-0264 SUBPLATE XXXXXXXXX
02-0357 VALVE, DIRECTIONAL CONTROL XXXXXXXXX

(208,230,460 VAC)

(208, 230, 460 VAC)

XXXX XXXX

XXXXXXXXX

6030

4830* 6030**4830HD 6030HD

04-0260 CYL. 6 BORE, 3 ROD, 48 STROKE XXXXX XX
04-0261 SEAL KIT, F/04-0260 XXXXX XX
04-0500 CYL. 2.5 BORE, 18.5 STROKE X
04-0520 CYL. 7 BORE, 26 STROKE X X
04-0521 SEAL KIT, F/04-0520 XX

05-0256 W IRE, BALE TIE XXXXXXXXX
05-0277 SPRIN G, 3/4 OD X 4 LONG X X X X X X

05-0283 CHAIN, 2040 RIVET XXXXXXXXX
05-0285 SPROCKET, F/2040 RIVET CHAIN XXXXXXXXX
05-0664 MASTER LINK, F/2040 RIVET CHAIN XXXXXXXXX
05-2382 CHAIN, F/EJECTOR XX
05-2383 LINK F/EJECTOR CHAIN XX
05-2384 TURNBUCKLE XX

MISC. HARDWARE

2 MAINTENANCE

PANEL BOX FOR HD AND LP BALERS

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PANEL BOX FOR V-6030 & V-4830

TRANSFORMER

PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD

IEC

MOTOR STARTER

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POWER UNIT FOR 4830, 6030, 4830HD, 6030HD, & 7230HD

TOP
VIEW

DIRECTIONAL CONTROL VALVE

TO BASE END
OF CYLINDER

TO ROD END OF
CYLINDER

RELIEF VALVE

RETURN LINE

SUCTION LINE

PUMP

ELECTRIC MOTOR

RESERVOIR

REAR SIDE
VIEW

HUB COUPLING

PUMP

DRAIN PLUG

CLEANOUT COVER

SUCTION FILTER

SUCTION LINE

SIGHT GAUGE

FILLER\BREATHER CAP

PRESSURE LINE

PRESSURE LINE

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POWER UNIT FOR 6030LP

2-17

TOP VIEW

TO BASE END

-CYLINDER

TO ROD END

-CYLINDER

RELIEF VALVE

RETURN LINE

PUMP

ELECTRIC
MOTOR

RESERVOIR

BALER BODY

SIDE VIEW

HUB COUPLING

DRAIN PLUG

CLEANOUT COVER

SUCTION FILTER

SUCTION LINE

SIGHT GAUGE

FILLER\
BREATHER
CAP

PRESSURE
LINE

CONTROL
VALVE

ELECTRIC
MOTOR

RETURN LINE

DRAIN PLUG

PUMP

CONTROL
VALVE

SIGHT
GAUGE

PRESSURE
LINE

RETURN LINE

SUCTION LINE

PRESSURE LINE

TO BASE END

-CYLINDER

TO ROD END

-CYLINDER

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POWER UNIT FOR 6042LP

2-18

TOP VIEW

DIRECTIONAL CONTROL
VALVE

TO BASE END

-CYLINDER
TO ROD END

-CYLINDER

RELIEF VALVE

RETURN LINE

PUMP

ELECTRIC
MOTOR

RESERVOIR

PRESSURE LINE

-EJECT CYL.

SIDE VIEW

HUB COUPLING

DRAIN PLUG

CLEANOUT COVER

SUCTION FILTER

SUCTION LINE

SIGHT GAUGE

FILLER\BREATHER
CAP

PRESSURE LINES

CYLINDER

CONTROL
VALVE
TO EJECT
CYLINDER

EJECTOR
CYLINDER

TO
EJECTOR
CYLINDER

RETURN LINE

BALER BODY

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HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC FOR VERTICAL BALERS - TYPICAL

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HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC FOR V-6042LP

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2 MAINTENANCE

TROUBLE-SHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

UNIT WILL NOT START

UNIT WILL NOT CONTINUE RUN­NING WHEN START BUTTON IS
RELEASED

MOTOR RUNS BUT PLATEN DOES
NOT MOVE NORMALLY

UNIT WILL NOT REVERSE

PUMP MAKES NOISE, SOUNDS
LIKE GRAVEL INSIDE

CAUSE

( 1) No electrical power to unit
( 2) No electrical power to control circuit

( 3) No electrical power to motor
( 1) Relay or contacts are inoperative

( 2) Motor Starter auxiliary contacts are
inoperative
( 3) Secondary contact on start button
is inoperative

( 1) Insufficient oil in reservoir
( 2) Low relief pressure

( 3) Oil leakage in cylinder

( 4) Defective pump
( 5) Oil leakage from hose fittings
( 6) Low voltage
( 7) Pump may be driven in the wrong
direction of rotation

( 8) Pump shaft broken, or shaft key
sheared

( 9) Intake pipe from reservoir blocked,
or oil viscosity too heavy to prime

(10) Intake air leaks (foam in oil or
sounds like gravel in pump)
(11) Units shift slowly

(12) Valve response sluggish

(13) Loose hub coupling

( 1) Solenoid valve is inoperative
( 2) Reverse button inoperative
( 3) Timer T2 inoperative

( 1) Partly clogged intake strainer or
restricted intake pipe

( 2) Defective bearing
( 3) Air leak at pump intake pipe joints

SOLUTION

( 1A) Turn on main disconnect
( 1B) Replace fuses or reset breakers
( 2A) Check primary and secondary sides of
transformer
( 2B) Check for correct voltage. Check con­trol fuses.
( 2C) Check stop button
( 2D) Check start button to be sure contact
closes when depressed
( 2E) Check magnetic interlock.
( 3A) Check heater resets

( 1A) Check relay coil, contacts, & wiring
( 2A) Check motor starter contacts and wiring

( 3A) Check contact to be sure it is operating
properly. Check wiring.

( 1A) Fill reservoir with oil
( 2A) Check relief pressure
( 2B) Clean orifice in relief valve & reset pres­sure
( 2C) Check o-rings on relief valve for dam­age or leakage
( 3A) Check cylinder for bypassing
( 3B) Replace seal kit, inspect rod and cylin­der tube for scoring or nicks.
( 3C) Replace cylinder
( 4A) Replace pump
( 5A) Tighten hose fittings
( 6A) Check voltage
( 7A) Stop immediately to prevent
seizure.Check direction of drive rotation (prop­er rotation direction is indicated by arrow on
motor)
( 8A) Visually inspect motor and pump shaft
and hub couplings for damage. Replace if
necessary.
( 9A) Drain system. Add clean fluid of proper
viscosity and specifications. Filter as recom­mended. Check system filter for cleanliness.
(10A) Check intake connections. Tighten
securely and flush system.
(11A) Flow control valve (restrictor) clogged ,
remove and clean orifice.
(12A) Contaminated oil needs replacing.
(12B) Inadequate voltage, check voltage,
check coil
(12C) Disassemble valve and clean
(13A) Tighten set screws on hub coupling
halves

( 1A) Check coil in solenoid valve
( 2A) Check reverse button contacts
( 3A) Check T2 contact to see if it is opening

( 1A) Pump must receive intake fluid freely or
cavitation results. Drain system, clean intake
pipe and clean or replace strainer
( 2A) Replace pump
( 3A) Tighten joints as required.

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2 MAINTENANCE

TROUBLE-SHOOTING CHART

PROBLEM

EXCESSIVE HEAT

RAPID WEAR

ERRATIC OPERATION

UNIT DOES NOT SHUT DOWN AT
END OF CYCLE

OVERLOADS TRIP FREQUENTLY

GUIDE SHOES WEARING EXCES­SIVELY ONLY ON ONE SIDE

CAUSE

( 1) Continuous running

( 2) Excessive system leakage
( 1) Abrasive matter in the hydraulic oil

being circulated through pump
( 2) Viscosity of oil too low at working
conditions
( 3) Pressure too high

( 4) Air recirculation
( 1) Valve sticking or binding

( 2) Viscosity of oil too high
( 3) Air in system

( 4) Low oil
( 5) Low voltage

( 1) Magnetic interlock malfunction

( 1) Material being loaded unevenly to
one side

SOLUTION

( 1A) When over 140 degrees F or hot in
comparison with circuit lines, pump should
be shut down immediately. Before restarting,
insure that fluid cooling capacity is adequate
to remove system generated heat.
( 1B) Install oil cooler (air or water type)
( 1C) Install oil temperature shut down
switch

( 2A) Check system for bypassing or leaks
( 1A) Install adequate filter or clean.

( 1B) Replace oil more often and clean tank
( 2A) Replace oil with factory recommended
viscosity
( 3A) Reduce pump pressures to factory
specifications.
( 4A) Tighten all suction fittings.

( 1A) Disassemble & clean as necessary
( 2A) Replace oil with factory recommended

viscosity
( 3A) Check for leaks, tighten fittings
( 4A) Fill reservoir with oil
( 5A) Check primary & secondary sides of

transformer for correct voltage.
( 1A) Check interlock per PROCEDURES

( 1A) Check for correct voltage (incoming

power.)
( 1B) Check fuses or breakers at disconnect
( 1C) Check heater elements to be sure
they are tight
( 1D) Check wiring from starter to motor to
make sure all connections are tight
( 1E) Check motor leads to be sure all con­nections are tight

NOTE: Excessive overload tripping and/or
motor or coil failures may occur if voltage
surges or voltage drops are frequent in your
area. This circumstance can be remedied by
the installation of phase protectors which
drop power to the motor if surges are pre­sent.

( 1A) Distribute material evenly when load­ing the machine
( 1B) Shim the cylinder up on the opposite
side from the wear

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3 INSTALLATION

OFF-LOADING AND UP-ENDING OF BALER

1. INSERT THE FORK LIFT FORKS UNDER THE BALER IN THE

APPROXIMATE LOCATIONS SHOWN BELOW AND MARKED BY
“X”. KEEP THE FORKS AS WIDE APART AS POSSIBLE. SET THE
BALER ON LEVEL GROUND.

FORKS

“X” IS RECOMMENDED LOCATION FOR FORK LIFT FORKS
WHEN OFF-LOADING BALER FROM TRAILER

INTEGRAL STAND-OFF
ON BALER

BOTTOM

END

VIEW OF

BALER

8000# CAP.
FORK LIFT

THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES AN EXPERIENCED FORK LIFT DRIVER,
8000# CAPACITY FORK LIFT, AND 8000# CAPACITY CHAINS OR CABLES.

FRONT VIEW
OF BALER ­ON SIDE

8000# CAP.
FORK LIFT

LEVEL
SURFACE

WOODEN
BLOCK

SIDE VIEW OF
BALER ­UPPER CORNER

LIFTING LUG ­LOCATED IN
UPPER COR­NERS ON
SIDES

8000# CHAIN OR
CABLE ATTACHED
TO FORK LIFT
GUARD AND UPPER
BALER LIFT LUGS

FORK
LIFT
GUARD

USE THICK CARDBOARD
TO PROTECT BALER
DURING UP-ENDING

2. I

NSERT FORKS UNDER BALER AS SHOWN. DO NOT
LIFT BALER BY HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS. ATTACH AN
8000 LB. CHAIN OR CABLE FROM THE FORK LIFT
GUARD TO EACH UPPER LIFT LUG ON THE UPPER
SIDE OF THE BALER. THE CHAIN/CABLE SHOULD BE OF
SUFFICIENT LENGTH TO ALLOW BALER TO BE PIVOT­ED FROM A HORIZONTAL TO VERTICAL POSITION.

3. BEFORE UP-ENDING BALER, ATTACH A SAFETY CHAIN FROM EACH
FORK TO THE UPPER LIFT LUGS ON THE BALER THAT ARE CLOSEST TO
THE FORKS (SEE BELOW). TO UP-END THE BALER, SLOWLY RAISE THE
FORKS AND DRIVE FORWARD IN A STRAIGHT LINE.

8000# CHAIN

8000# SAFETY CHAIN/CABLE BETWEEN

FORKS AND BALER LIFT LUGS

TIP: BEFORE UPENDING, PLACE A
1”-2” STACK OF CARDBOARD IN
THIS POSITION, FOR THE BALER
TO SETTLE ON. REMOVE CARD­BOARD AFTER BALER IS VERTI­CAL.

8000# CAP.
FORK LIFT

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Review this manual before beginning the installation. Study the job­site and installation requirements carefully to be certain all necessary
safeguards and/or safety devices are provided to protect all person­nel and equipment during the installation and as a completed system.

These instructions are not intended as a substitute for training and experi­ence in proper use, safety procedures, maintenance, or installation of this
equipment.

This baler is designed for INDOOR USE ONLY.

Marathon does not assume responsibility for the installation proce­dures of this equipment. Conformance to applicable local, state, and
federal laws concerning installation rests with the customer.

3 INSTALLATION

GENERAL INSTALLATION

CAUTION:

ANCHORING TO CONCRETE PAD

The concrete pad should be level, and a minimum of 3000 PSI concrete,
steel reinforced, 6” thick. Anchor baler to floor using anchor plates on sides
of baler base. Four 3/4” diameter anchor bolts required, Red Head type
recommended.

DECALS

Installation of the baler is not complete until an inspection of the warning
decals has been made. Decals should be clearly visible, legible, securely
applied, and in the proper location. For decal description and location, see
DECALS and DECAL PLACEMENT in Section 1.

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DANGER: DO NOT CLIMB ON SIDES OF BALER. USE A LADDER OR
WORK PLATFORM WHEN WORKING ON TOP OF THE BALER OR
OTHER AREAS OF THE BALER THAT CAN NOT BE REACHED FROM
GROUND LEVEL.

WARNING: PARTS OF THE PLATEN WILL EXTEND ABOVE THE TOP
OF THE BALER WHEN THE PLATEN IS FULLY RAISED.

3 INSTALLATION

The panel box contains high voltage
components. Only authorized service
personnel should be allowed inside.
See Lock-Out & Tag-Out instructions in
the Maintenance section.

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

WARNING: BEFORE MAKING ANY ELECTRICAL CONNECTION, BE SURE

THAT THE DISCONNECT SWITCH HAS BEEN LOCKED-OUT AND TAGGED-OUT
PER THE LOCK-OUT AND TAG-OUT INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGE 2-1.

1. BRANCH CIRCUIT PROTECTION IS NOT PROVIDED WITH THIS UNIT,

AND MUST BE PROVIDED BY THE INSTALLER. Use the FUSE AND

CIRCUIT BREAKER chart and the WIRE SIZE chart in the MAINTE­NANCE section of this manual for reference during the electrical installa­tion.

2. Before connecting power to the baler, check the incoming line voltage

with a voltmeter. Also, check voltage wiring in the baler panel box. If the
baler is not wired to the proper voltage, make necessary corrections
before proceeding.

3. A lockable disconnect switch IS PROVIDED, in the panel box, on models

V-4830HD, V-6030HD, V-7230HD, V-6030LP, and, V-6042LP, and is sized
in accordance with the baler. Three phase power should be connected to
the top of this switch (a single phase option is also available). Be careful
not to let incoming wires touch each other. A properly sized equipment
ground wire should be connected to the enclosure ground lug.

4. A lockable disconnect switch IS NOT PROVIDED on models V-4830 &

V-6030, and must be provided by the installer at the time of installation.
This disconnect switch must be fussed, lockable, and within sight of, and
not to exceed 50 feet from the baler, per the National Electrical Code.
Additional local codes may apply.

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CAUTION: All equipment should be grounded per the National Electric Code.

WARNING: BEFORE START-UP, REPLACE THE 3/4” PLUG ON THE TOP OF THE

POWER UNIT RESERVOIR WITH THE FILLER BREATHER CAP. THIS CAP IS
SHIPPED INSIDE OF THE PANEL BOX.

DANGER: DO NOT CLIMB ON SIDES OF BALER. USE A LADDER WHILE PER-

FORMING THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES.

WARNING: PARTS OF THE PLATEN WILL EXTEND ABOVE THE TOP OF THE

BALER WHEN THE PLATEN IS FULLY RAISED.

CAUTION: MAKE SURE PERSONS AND MATERIAL ARE CLEAR OF CHARGE

BOX AREA.

1. After the electrical connections are complete, check motor rotation by the

following:

a. Close bale chamber door and feed gate.
b. Turn disconnect switch to the ON position.
c. Have someone turn ON the keyswitch and depress the AUTO-

CYCLE button for one second and then immediately depress the
EMERGENCY STOP button. Check motor rotation by watching the
hub coupling through the slot in the pump-to-motor adapter. There
is a rotation decal on the power unit showing correct rotation. In the
event that this decal is missing, look at the hub coupling from the
motor end. Rotation should be clockwise.

CAUTION: If the pump rotates backward, stop immediately

!

The pump will be damaged if it is operated in reverse even for
short periods. Reversing any two incoming power lines will change
the motor/pump rotation.

2. With the platen fully raised, check to be sure the oil reservoir is filled to the 3/4

level on the sight gauge (Refer to the maintenance chart for hydraulic oil recom­mendations). The hydraulic system pressure has been factory set.

3. The baler is equipped with an electrical interlock which prevents the use of

the AUTOCYCLE and MANUAL DOWN functions when the feed gate is in the up
position. If either of these buttons start the baler when the feed gate is up, dis-

continue use of the baler until repairs have been made.

4.

MAKE SURE THAT THE OPERATORS ARE TRAINED IN THE
PROPER USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT.

3 INSTALLATION

START-UP INSTRUCTIONS

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