Tube-Line BF 5000SL User Manual

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TO THE OWNER

This manual contains information concerning the adjustment, assembly and maintenance
of your Tube-Line Chainless Bale Feeder. You have purchased a dependable machine,
but only by proper care and operation can you expect to receive the performance and long
life built into the Bale Feeder. Please have all operators read this manual carefully and
keep it available for ready reference.
Your authorized dealer will instruct you in the general operation of your Bale Feeder. Your

dealer’s staff of factory-trained service technicians will be glad to answer any question

that may arise regarding the operation of your Bale Feeder.

This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages in this manual. When

you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and be alert to the

possibility of personal injury or death.

WARNING

Improvements

Tube-Line Manufacturing Inc. is continually striving to improve its products. We reserve the

right to make improvements or changes when it becomes practical and possible to do so,

without incurring any obligation to make changes or additions to the equipment sold

previously.

WARNING

Pictures in this manual may show protective shielding open or removed

to better illustrate a particular feature or adjustment.

Be certain, however, to close or replace all shielding before operating the machine

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Contents

Safety…………………..…………..5
Parts ………………..…………….15

General information……..………34

Operation………………..……….40

Lubrication ……………………....42

Maintenance…………………..…44

Troubleshooting……………….…45

Optional Equipment………….…..46

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Precautionary Statements

Personal Safety

Throughout this manual and on machine decals you will find precautionary

statements (“DANGER”, “WARNING”, and “CAUTION”) followed by specific

instructions. These precautions are intended for the personal safety of you
and those working with you. Please take time to read them.

This word “DANGER” indicates an immediate hazardous situation that, if not

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

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DANGER

WARNING

This word “WARNING” indicates a Potentially Hazardous situation that, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

This word “CAUTION” indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,

may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe

practices.Failure to follow the danger warning and caution instructions may result in

serious bodily injury or death.

MACHINE SAFETY

The precautionary statement (“important”) is followed by specific

instructions. This statement is intended for machine safety.

IMPORTANT: The word “IMPORTANT” is used to inform the reader of

something he needs to know to prevent minor machine damage if a certain

procedure is not followed.

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A careful operator is the best operator. Most accidents can be avoided by
observing certain precautions. To help prevent accidents read the following
precautions before operating this equipment. Equipment should be operated
only by those who are responsible and instructed to do so.

Carefully review the procedures given in this manual with all operators. It is
important that all operators be familiar with and follow safety precautions.

1. When transporting the machine on public
roads, make sure the machine is in
compliance with all local road regulation.

2. Before operating the unit be sure that it is
assembled correctly and in good
operating condition.

3. If machine maintenance work, repairs or
adjustments must be done in the field,

they should be done at a spot where the

ground is firm and level. Turn off the
tractor and apply the parking brake. Use
the proper tools and wear suitable
protection (safety goggles, work gloves,
etc.).

4. If any maintenance work, repairs or
adjustments are done which require
disassembly, always make sure that
everything is reassembled or retightened
as it has been prior to making repairs or
adjustments.

5. Follow the schedule provided for
maintenance. By following these
suggestions, it will be possible to keep the
machine operating safely and efficiently,
to the benefit of the user.

6. General checking of bolts, security pins

and split pins must be carried out initially
after the first 8 hours of use.
Subsequently, check every 50 hours and
whenever the machine is laid up for
extended periods.

7. Before applying pressure to the
system, be sure all connections are
tight and that hoses and
connections are not damaged.

8. Fluid under pressure can have
sufficient force to penetrate the
skin, causing serious personal
injury. Always protect the skin and
eyes from escaping fluid under
pressure. If injured by escaping
fluid, obtain medical assistance at
once. Serious infection or reaction
can develop if medical treatment is
not administered immediately.

9. Do not weld on wheels. Welding on
wheels may cause high stress and
a wheel failure.

10. Do not weld on wheels with a
mounted tire. Welding on wheels
with a mounted tire may cause the
tire to burst, causing serious injury
or death.

11. Before leaving the cab, engage
the parking brake, shut down
engine, and wait for all moving
parts to stop.

12. Always keep bystanders away
from machine during operation,
Rotating elements may cause
serious bodily injury.

Safety

Precautionary Statements

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General Safety

YOU are responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of your Tube-line Chainless Bale
Feeder. You must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to operate, maintain or work around
the Bale Feeder be familiar with the operating and maintenance procedures and related safety
information contained in this manual.
Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you but also the
people around you. Make these practices a working part of your safety program. Most accidents can
be prevented. Do not risk injury or death by ignoring good safety practices.
Review the operating instructions for this header at least once a year per OSHA regulations 1928.57.

Know the meaning and location of each decal before operating the BF5000.

Watch for this symbol in this manual and on the Bale Feeder:

1. Keep a first aid kit in the cab for emergencies and know how to use it.

2. Do not allow any one to ride on the Bale Feeder while it is in motion.

3. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children before starting the Bale
Feeder.

4. Do not allow anyone to operate the Bale Feeder who has not been instructed in
how to use the machine.

5. All operators should familiarize themselves with the safety section in the

operator’s manual.

6. Some pictures or illustrations may not show protective shields in place. Make
certain that all protective shields are in place before operating the machines.

Operating and Maintenance safety

1. DANGER, DO NOT stand around or near the Discharge or bed area. Objects
thrown from the beaters may cause death or serious injury

2. Hydraulic leaks can penetrate the skin causing serious injuries. Small leaks can
be invisible and are the most dangerous. Use some object, like cardboard, to
find the leak. Do not use your hand.

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Ensure that all the pressure is released from the hydraulic lines before repairing.

Replace or repair damaged hoses immediately.

Hydraulic Safety

When checking for oil leaks use a piece of cardboard; DO NOT use your hand:

Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury.

Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic of other lines.

Tighten all line connections before applying pressure.

Protect hands and body from high-pressure fluids.

If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically

removed within a few hours or gangrene may result. Doctors unfamiliar with this type of injury

should reference a knowledgeable medical source. Failure to comply could result in death or

serious injury.

DO NOT weld on or near rotating parts. Welding close to rotating parts will cause warping and
will challenge the structural integrity.
DO NOT weld on or near rotating parts. Welding close to rotating parts may cause warping
thus creating high stress loads for moving or rotating parts.
DO NOT weld on wheels. Welding on wheels may cause high stress and wheel failure.
DO NOT weld on wheels with a mounted tire, Welding on wheels with a mounted tire may
cause tire to burst, causing serious injury or death.

WARNING

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The following safety decals have been placed on your machine in the areas indicated. They
are intended for personal safety and or those working with you. Please take this manual and
walk around your machine to note the content and location of these warning sign. Review
these warning signs and the operating instruction detailed in this manual with your machine
operators. Keep the decals legible, if they are not, obtain replacements from your authorized

dealer. The decal replacement numbers are listed with each decal.

Decals

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Decals

Item

Qty

Part #

Description

2

1

PP-00525

Keep Clear Decal

3

1

PP-00547

Lift Platform Decal

4

2

PP-00793

Crush Point (Warning) Decal

5

2

PP-00792

Entanglement (Danger) Decal

6

2

PP-00790

Thrown Objects Decal

7

2

PP-00791

Entanglement (Warning) Decal

8

2

PP-00789

Shear Point Decal

9

1

PP-00788

High Pressure Decal

10

1

PP-00794

Read Manual Decal

11

3

PP-00807

Crush Point (Danger) Decal

12

6

PP-00795

Grease Decal

13

2

PP-00811

Detach From Bumper Decal

Decals

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Item

Qty

Part #

Description

2

1

BF-5000-a19

Second Roller

3

1

BF-5000-a20

Bumper Roller

4

2

BF-5000-260

Bumper Plate

5

2

PP-00655

F206, 1.125 (ID) Bearing

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8

PP-00170

5/8-11, UNC Lock Nut

7

8

PP-00323

Gr.3, 5/8-11 x 1.75 Hex Cap Screw

8

8

PP-00332

7/16-14 UNC Lock Nut

9

4

PP-00192

USS Zinc Plated ¾ Flat Washer

10

8

PP-00636

Gr.3, 7/16-14 UNC x 1.5 Hex Cap Screw

11

4

PP-00003

¾-10 UNC Lock Nut

12

4

PP-00047

Gr.3, ¾-10 UNC x 2 Head Cap Screw

13

1

BF-5000-SL-00

Complete Assembly

Items you will find with your Tube-line Self Loading Bale Feeder

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Self Loading Assembly

Item

Qty

Part #

Description

1

1

BF-5000-325

Cord Protector

2

1

BF-5000-SL-00

Frame Assembly

3

1

BF-5000-a01

Top Drum Assembly

4

1

BF-5000-a02

Bottom Drum Assembly

5

16

PP-00014

½-13 UNC Lock Nut

6

4

PP-00309

F207-22 Pillow Block

7

16

PP-00509

Gr.3, 1/2-13 UNC x 1.75 Hex Cap Screw

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1

PP-00580

1/8” Galv. Braided Wire Cable (96”)