Shear Bolt
All new Bale King processors are equipped with a shear bolt clutch located at the implement end
of the PTO shaft. The correct size shear bolt is 3/8 x 2” Fine Thread Grade 5 with Stover Lock
Nut. Any other size or grade will damage the shear assembly. Spare shear bolts are shipped with
each new machine and are stored along the front top lip of the tub.
If your shear bolt is shearing excessively you may be over-loading the machine. If this
occurs raise the grate assembly to make the machine less aggressive, or roll the bale more slowly.
Always ensure that your machine is running at 1000 PTO RPM.
NOTE: Please consult your local dealer to help pinpoint any problems.
PTO Holder
A PTO shaft holder is standard with your
new Bale King, for safe storage of the
PTO shaft when the processor is not in
use.
When unhooking the PTO shaft
from the tractor, lift the PTO holder to its
upright position and rest the PTO in the
holder. Do NOT transport the machine with the PTO in the holder, slide the outer PTO shaft out
and secure elsewhere. When transporting, fasten the inner PTO shaft to the machine and cover the
open splined end.
The hydraulic hoses may need to be adjusted to best fit your tractor, to avoid damage
from rubbing on the PTO shaft shield. This can be done by loosening the bolt on top of the
plastic hose clamp, then pushing or pulling on the hoses to adjust the length.
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