McHale Fusion 3 - Field Operation & Baler Adjustments; Break-in Period; Swath Preparation

McHale Fusion 3 Baler & Wrapper
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Field Operation & Baler Adjustments
10.1 Break-in period
McHale recommend an break-in period of approximately the first 50 bales or until the
paint within the baler has lost its shine.
10.2 Swath preparation
An optimum baler performance of the McHale Fusion 3 requires a good swath
preparation in advance. The optimum swath width is 1.5 m.
In the case where narrower swaths are unavoidable, it is recommended that the swath
be periodically directed 30-40 m to the right hand side and also the same distance to
the left hand side of the pick-up as the baler is driven over the swath, see Figure 10.a.
Collect the material into one side of the pick-up for 6 to 8 seconds. Then cross over the
windrow and collect material for the same duration. Reduce the length of time for heavy
windrows and increase for lighter windrows.
Continuous weaving is not recommended as this will result in excessive material being
placed towards the centre of the bale, see Figure 10.a.
In the case of wider swaths, i.e. >1.5 m; this size of windrow should be avoided, as in
this case a greater amount of material will continue to be fed to the outside of the baler.
NOTE: Making bales greater than the maximum diameter is not
recommended on a frequent basis
It is important to realise that roller and drive loads increase as the bale
size approaches its’ maximum diameter. As such, frequently making
bales greater than the maximum diameter, by pressing and holding the
net button on the control box, is not recommended as this can lead to
premature failure of components. Ensure that all grease points are
adequately greased to prevent rapid wear of components.
NOTE: Swath width is the most important factor in proper bale
formation
A 1.5 m swath width provides optimum material flow into the bale
chamber for even bale formation. A swath width greater or less than
1.5 m will lead to increased bale deformation.