McHale Fusion 2 - Adjusting Pick-Up Float Spring

McHale Fusion 2 field operation and adjustments section
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McHale Fusion 2 round baler wrapper technical service manual
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9.12 Adjusting pick-up float springs
The spring retainer collars which are used to adjustment the pick-up float springs
are located on either side underneath the chopper unit, see figure 9.12.1 below.
To adjust follow the procedure below:
1. Using the tractor spool handle hydraulically raise the pick-up, in order to
release float spring pressure.
2. Ensure that the tractor engine has been switched off, the key removed and the
brakes applied before carrying out the following procedure.
3. Loosen the collar by slacking off the bolts (circled below), then tap the collar in
the direction (R) if increased float is required, or in direction (F) if less float is
required.
4. Remember to fully tighten the bolts on the collar when adjustment is complete.
Lower the pickup reel.
Note: This adjustment should enable the pickup to drop completely while in
the lowered position. If not , re-adjust by lowering the spring tension by
repeating steps 1 through 4
Note: If operating at heights other than the fully lowered position, then
additional spring force will be required to obtain adequate float, i.e. move the
collar in direction (R).
Fig. 9.12.1 Adjustment of pickup float springs.
Warning! When baling with the McHale Fusion 2 ensure that the control lever
for the spool operating the pick-up reel height adjustment is in the float position. If
the lever is not in the float position then the reel will be fixed in position and will be
unable to follow the ground contour.
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