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McHale Fusion 2 User Manual

McHale Fusion 2
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Fusion 2
Technical Service Manual
Issue 1
McHale Engineering Limited,
Castlebar Rd, Ballinrobe
Co. Mayo, Ireland.
Tel: +353 94 95 20300
Fax: +353 94 95 20356
Email: sales@mchale.net
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Table of Contents

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McHale Fusion 2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Pick-Up Width2.1m
Net Wrap SystemStandard
Film BindingOptional
Film Layers4-6
Netting SystemYes

Summary

General Safety Precautions for McHale Fusion 2

Be Aware of All Safety Information

Highlights the importance of understanding all safety symbols and instructions in the manual.

Follow All Safety Instructions

Emphasizes reading and understanding all safety decals and manual instructions for safe operation.

Wear Appropriate Protective Clothing

Recommends wearing suitable clothing and safety equipment for all operations.

Emergency Procedures and Equipment

Details necessary equipment and actions to take in case of an accident or emergency.

Stay Clear of Rotating Elements

Warns about the serious injury risk from entanglement with moving machine parts.

Safe Operating Practices for Fusion 2

Provides critical instructions to prevent injury during machine operation.

Guidelines for Fire Incidents

Offers procedures to follow in the event of a fire involving the machine.

General Safety Warnings and Checks

Lists comprehensive safety warnings and mandatory checks before operating the machine.

Specific Safety Warnings for McHale Fusion 2

Electronic System Safety Warnings

Addresses safety precautions and potential influences on the machine's electronic components.

Hydraulic System Safety Warnings

Details safety measures for the hydraulic system, including pressure and hose checks.

Fire Prevention and Precautions

Lists precautions to prevent fires and maintain a clean machine.

Special Safety Devices and Instructions

Explains the use of special tools and safety instructions for covers and knives.

Tractor Requirements and Preparations for Fusion 2

Tractor Requirements for Operation

Specifies minimum tractor size, hydraulic system, and PTO requirements.

Hydraulic System Impact on Fusion 2 Setup

Explains tractor hydraulic systems and their compatibility with the Fusion 2.

Hydraulic Spool Valve Setup Procedure

Details the procedure for selecting and configuring the hydraulic spool valve.

Baler Field Operation and Adjustments

Importance of Swath Preparation

Emphasizes the importance of proper swath preparation for optimal bale formation.

Machine Maintenance Schedule and Procedures

Routine Maintenance Intervals

Lists areas to be checked during end-of-year service or after a set number of bales.

Recommended Service Schedule

Provides a detailed schedule for recommended service checks and replacements.

Start of Season Machine Preparation Checklist

Provides a checklist for preparing the machine at the start of the season.

Electronic Control System Overview

Electrical Control Parts Identification

Lists and illustrates the various electrical control parts and their part codes.

Safety Switch Door and Tip Sensor Functions

Details the safety switches on the access door and tip sensor.

Control Box Mounting and Power Supply

Describes the mounting and power supply of the control box.

Electronic Control Operation Overview

Explains how the electronic control system operates the baling and wrapping cycle.

Control Box Power Supply and Testing

Details the control box power supply, connections, and testing facilities.

Normal Cycle Operation Sequence

Walks through the standard automatic cycle of baling and wrapping.

Sensor Testing Procedures

Provides methods for testing various sensors on the machine.

Wiring Diagrams and Loom Sections

Presents safety warnings and information about wiring loom sections.

Safety Warnings for Wiring Maintenance

Emphasizes safety precautions before performing maintenance on wiring.

Wiring Scheme Diagram

Presents the overall wiring diagram for the Fusion 2 machine.

Electronic Control Unit Functions

Covers the functions and structure of the electronic control unit.

Control Box Functions Explained

Explains the various functions of the control box buttons and display.

Error Messages and Their Meanings

Lists common error messages and their explanations for troubleshooting.

Hydraulic Systems Overview for Fusion 2

Tractor Hydraulic System Compatibility

Explains tractor hydraulic systems and their compatibility with the Fusion 2.

Identifying Tractor Hydraulic System Type

Provides a flowchart to identify the tractor's hydraulic system type.

Setting Chamber Pre-charge Pressure

Guides the setting of chamber pre-charge pressure based on crop conditions.

Valve Troubleshooting Guide

Provides troubleshooting steps for issues related to the knife/floor valve.

Lubrication System Overview

Describes the hydraulic lubrication system and its dosage settings.

Drive Systems of the McHale Fusion 2

Troubleshooting Common McHale Fusion 2 Issues

High Power Consumption During Chopping

Lists reasons and solutions for excessive power consumption during chopping.

Pick-up Slip Clutch Disengaging Easily

Addresses issues with the pick-up slip clutch disengaging prematurely.

Rotor Slip Clutch Disengaging Easily

Troubleshoots problems related to the rotor slip clutch disengaging.

Knives Not Remaining Up While Chopping

Solves issues where knives fail to remain in the up position during chopping.

Chamber Pressure Loss Troubleshooting

Identifies causes and solutions for loss of pressure in the bale chamber.

Troubleshooting Soft Bale Formation

Addresses problems resulting in the formation of soft bales.

Net Feed Issues During Automatic Cycle

Troubleshoots issues where net fails to feed during automatic operation.

Incorrect Net Cutting or Tension

Solves problems related to incorrect net cutting or tension.

Net Feeding Incorrectly into Bale

Addresses issues where net is fed incorrectly into the bale.

Bale Door Not Opening After Netting

Solves problems where the bale door fails to open after netting.

Safety Switch Error Troubleshooting

Troubleshoots errors related to safety switches preventing operation.

Bale Transfer to Wrapper Failure

Addresses issues where bale transfer to the wrapper is incomplete.

Wrapper Not Starting After Bale Transfer

Solves problems where the wrapper does not start after bale transfer.

Wrapper Ring Rotation Failure

Addresses issues where the wrapper ring fails to rotate despite motor operation.

Film Break Error Troubleshooting

Troubleshoots film break errors, including sensor and battery issues.

Dispenser Breaking Plastic Film

Solves problems related to the dispenser breaking or damaging plastic film.

Cut and Hold Not Extending Fully

Addresses issues where the cut and hold mechanism does not extend fully.

Cut and Hold Not Cutting Film Cleanly

Solves problems related to the cut and hold system not cutting film cleanly.

Cut and Hold Releasing Prematurely

Troubleshoots the cut and hold system releasing prematurely during baling.

Wrapper Counting Errors

Solves issues with inaccurate wrapper counting or indexing.

Wrapper Indexing Issues

Addresses problems with the wrapper indexing not responding to the index button.

Dispenser Moving Out of Position

Solves issues with the dispenser moving out of its set position during operation.

Control Box Settings Altered

Addresses issues caused by incorrect control box settings, recommending a reset.

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