Worksaver JDBS-412, JDBS-434, JDBS-634, JDBS-423, JDBS-623 Assembly, Operation, Large Round Bales

INSTRUCTIONS (continued)

ASSEMBLY

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Refer to the “exploded views” on pages 19-27 of this manual.

Carefully follow instructions for final assembly.

Remove the bucket from your front end loader. Check your loader to make sure it is in good working order. Check all frame mounting bolts to make sure they are tight.

Place the main frame of the bale spear attachement on the front of the loader.

On the 300, 400, and 500 series loaders, install the lock pins.

On the 600 and 700 series loaders, make sure the latch bars are properly engaged.

OPERATION

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The operator is responsible for the safe operation of this equipment. The operator must be properly trained. Operators should be familiar with the attachment, tractor, and loader and all safety practices before starting operation.

Make sure all operators have read the Owner’s/Operator’s Manual and are familiar with the instructions and the safety rules of operation.

Be sure tractor is properly counter-balanced with weights before attempting to lift any load with the Bale Spear attachment.

If you are handling bales with both the front end loader and the 3 pt. hitch on the tractor, always load the 3 pt. attachment first and unload last.

The bale spear is to be used only for handling hay bales. Do not use for digging rocks, pulling out fence, or as a craning device with a chain over the spear.

Raise the loader and main frame slightly so that the bottom of the main frame is about one or two inches off the ground. Engage tractor parking brake and shut off the engine.

Place some solid blocking under the main frame of the bale spear attachment for safety.

A.On the JDBS-412 / JDBS-612, insert the long, forged main spear into the socket and align the cross hole in the spear with the hole in the socket. Install the 1/2” x 3” bolt and tighten the nut.

Place the two short stabilizer spears into the sock- ets on the bottom of the main frame. Secure with the 5/16” x 13/4” bolts provided.

B.On the JDBS-423 / JDBS-434 / JDBS-433 / JDBS-623 / JDBS-634 and JDBS-633, insert the long, forged main spears into the sockets in the main frame and align the cross hole in the spear with the hole in the socket. Install the 1/2” x 3” bolt and tighten the nut on each spear.

LARGE ROUND BALES:

Using the bucket tilt cylinders, adjust the angle of the spear(s) so they are parallel with the center of the hay bale.

With the tractor, push the spear(s) into the large hay bale. Make sure you have penetrated the hay bale far enough so the bale doesn’t want to come off the end of the spear(s). If, when you initially pick the bale up, it tends to droop forward, this would indicate you have not pene- trated the bale far enough.

Tilt the ends of the spear(s) upward (about 15-20 degrees) when transporting the hay bales. This will reduce any tendency for the bale to slide off the spear(s) while being transported.

When you have placed the hay bale in the desired loca- tion, it is recommended to tilt the spear ends slightly downward (5-7 degrees) so as you pull away from the bale it will slide off the spear(s) more easily. Different location and circumstances will determine the best with- draw angle to use.

NOTE: Always make sure bale spear fully penetrates the bale. Partial penetration locates all the weight of the bale on the outer end and can damage spear.

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