McHale C460 - Loading a Bale

McHale C430/C460/C470/C490 Bale Chopper
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9.1 Loading a bale
1. To load a round bale from the ground, firstly the bale must be placed on a flat
level surface and supported from behind to prevent sliding. Next, align the
machine with the bale. The leading edge of the door must be lowered to
between 10 and 30 mm from the ground. Then reverse the loading door under
the bale and elevate the door (and bale) to a horizontal position as shown
before removing plastic or netting. Then close the loading door completely to
transfer the bale into the chamber.
2. To load using a loader, lower the loading door so the top edge of the door sides
are horizontal. Carefully lower the bale onto the door. Do not drop the bale from
a height and do not press the loader down on the bale when positioned on the
loading door, as this may cause damage to the machine. Now remove plastic
and/or netting before closing the loading door completely to transfer the bale
into the chamber.
NOTE: Unrolling a bale naturally uses less power and reduces
blockages
Loading a round bale so it can unroll naturally, uses less power and makes
it much easier for the machine to spread forage or straw without blockage.
(C460 shown)
(C460 shown)