McHale F5500 Baler
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Troubleshooting
12.1 Troubleshooting overview
This section has been compiled by McHale service personnel in conjunction with
McHale importers and dealers.
It outlines some common problems which can occur and acts as a quick reference
section or check list to resolve the problem. It is important to note that it outlines the
common problems and to this effect it is not exhaustive.
Should you experience additional problems which you need help with; please do not
hesitate to contact your McHale dealer.
12.1.1 Machine using higher than expected horse power
when chopping
12.1.2 Pick-up slip clutch going off easily
Symptom Reason Solution
Machine using higher than
expected horse power
Knives in chopper unit are
blunt or bale density too
high
Remove the knives,
sharpen and replace
Symptom Reason Solution
Pick-up slip clutch going
off easily or machine
breaking tines
Pick-up set too close to
the ground
Adjust the pick-up to a
higher position. Tines
should not be getting
caught in the ground.
Pick-up slip clutch going
off easily
Pick-up chains loose Tighten the pick-up chains
(See ‘Chain adjustments’)
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