Farm King 2400 User Manual

6990633 (1-13) Printed in U.S.A. © Bobcat Company 2013
OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL
Round Bale Carrier
Model 2400
062013 | Rev 1 | 88664296
102018
P4711

Farm King 2400 Specifications

General

Brand	Farm King
Model	2400
Category	Farm Equipment
Language	English

Summary

Warranty Registration Form

Dealer Inspection Report

Section detailing equipment inspection checks before delivery.

Safety Checklist Items

Safety-related checks within the registration form.

Introduction

Owner's Information

Details for the equipment owner and manual storage.

Equipment Identification

Component identification and location on the carrier.

Safety

Safety Instructions

General safety guidelines and operator requirements.

Fire Prevention

Measures to prevent fires during operation and maintenance.

Safety Signs and Decals

Identifying and locating safety warning decals.

Equipment Decals and Signs

Specific equipment decals and their placement.

Safety Sign-Off Form

Record of safety instruction acknowledgment for personnel.

Assembly

General Assembly Information

Unloading and identifying components for assembly.

Base Group Assembly

Steps for assembling the base of the carrier.

Installing the Taillight Assembly

Instructions for attaching the taillight components.

Installing the Bale Retainer

Steps for mounting the bale retainer assembly.

Installing the Pick-Up Arm W / Bale Deflector

Mounting the pick-up arm and bale deflector.

Adjusting Pick Up Arm Forks

Fine-tuning pick-up arm fork positions for bale handling.

Operation

General Information

Pre-operation checks and tractor requirements.

Initial Set-Up

Connecting and leveling the carrier to the tractor.

Loading Procedure

Step-by-step guide for loading bales onto the carrier.

Unloading Procedure

Steps for safely unloading bales from the carrier.

Transporting Requirements

Guidelines for safe transport of the equipment.

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Common problems and solutions for the carrier.

Service Schedule

Recommended maintenance intervals and tasks.

Lubrication

Procedures and locations for greasing components.

Pusher Chain and Sprocket

Inspection and adjustment of the pusher chain.

Axle Maintenance

Checks for wheel bolts, tires, and bearings.

Cleaning the Bale Carrier

Procedures for cleaning the bale carrier.

Carrier Beams

Resurfacing carrier beams with protective coating.

Safety Sign (Decal) Installation

Procedure for applying new safety decals.

Storage and Return to Service

Procedures for storing and preparing for use.

Parts Identification

General Information

Overview of parts identification section.

Base Frame Parts

Identification of components in the base frame.

Valve Bank Assembly

Identifying parts of the valve bank assembly.

Hydraulic Assemblies

Identification of hydraulic lines and cylinders.

Tilt Cylinder Hose Assemblies

Identifying hoses for tilt cylinder extension/retraction.

Lift Arm and Tilt Cylinder Assemblies

Identifying lift arm and tilt cylinder components.

Pusher Motor Assembly

Identifying the pusher motor and its parts.

Hydraulic Assembly Hardware

Identifying various hardware used in hydraulic systems.

Frame Assembly (Top View)

Overview of frame components from the top.

Frame Assembly (Bottom View)

Overview of frame components from the bottom.

Carrier Frame Assembly

Identification of carrier frame components and hardware.

Electrical Assembly

Identification of electrical components and wiring.

Electrical Schematic (Prior to S/N BM240013000061)

Wiring diagram for older serial numbers.

Electrical Schematic (2018 and later)

Wiring diagram for newer serial numbers.

Control Handle Assembly

Identifying components of the control handle.

Tire Assembly

Details of the tire and rim components.

Tandem Axle Assembly W / Two Hubs

Parts for tandem axle with two hubs.

Tandem Axle Assembly W / Four Hubs

Parts for tandem axle with four hubs.

Hub Assembly

Identifying components of the wheel hub assembly.

Pusher Assembly

Identifying parts of the pusher mechanism.

Roller / Chain Guide Assembly

Identifying roller and chain guide components.

Pick Up Arm W / Deflector Assembly

Identifying pick-up arm and deflector parts.

Hitch Assembly

Identifying various hitch components.

Optional Adjustable Bale Stop Assembly

Parts for the optional bale stop.

Standard Hitch Assembly

Identifying parts of the standard hitch.

Optional Clevis Hitch Assembly

Parts for the optional clevis hitch.

Specifications

Dimensions and Performance

Key measurements and operational characteristics.

Hydraulic Schematic

Diagram of the hydraulic system.

Electrical Schematic

Wiring diagram for the electrical system.

Hardware Torque Values

Correct torque settings for fasteners.

Hydraulic Connection Specifications

Details on fittings and hoses.

Warranty

Base Limited Warranty

Farm King's warranty terms for parts.

What Is Not Covered

Exclusions from the warranty coverage.

Warranty Requirements

Conditions for warranty coverage.