McHale V Series Baler
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4.3 Noise level
The European directive 2003/10/EC directs employers and employees to
control the noise level at work. The noise level at field work may differ
according to the tractor, ground, crops and other environmental conditions.
In normal conditions, whilst driving the machine, the noise level to the driver’s
ear does not exceed 70 dB (A) with the rear screen of the tractor cabin open.
The common noise level of the machine and the tractor is primarily influenced
by the tractor noise (radio is an additional noise source). It is recommended to
operate this machine with closed cabin windows.
4.4 Fire precautions
Be aware that crops are easily inflammable.
Do not smoke or make use of any open fire next to the machine.
A functioning fire extinguisher should always be available on the tractor.
The machine is to be kept clear of oil, grease, crops, string, plastic or any
other flammable material at all times.
Do not continue to work with overheated parts, cables or pipes, unless you
have identified and eliminated the reason for overheating.
Check bearings for early warning signs of wear or damage and replace if
necessary. Always be on alert for bearings that are squeaky or noisy despite
being well lubricated and bearing housings that are running very hot
especially with a burning smell or paint discolouration.
Clear away any crop or debris built up around brake-hubs several times per day.
Ensure that the bale chamber is emptied of any partially or fully formed bales
before the machine is left idle.
4.5 Special safety devices/instructions
When maintenance or repair work has to be carried out on the machine, the
hand brake (parking brake) must be applied, engine shut down with ignition
key removed. The PTO shaft must be removed from the PTO stub, with the
hydraulic and electric power supply disconnected. It is forbidden to open any
safety guards or carry out any work on the machine unless the specified
precautions have been carried out.
According to safety regulations, the covers of this machine are designed to be
opened only by the aid of a special tool and to be closed without a tool. To
unlock the covers, the locks should be turned slightly anti-clockwise with a
13 mm spanner or flat blade screwdriver. To lock the covers push the cover
towards the chassis until the fasteners lock into place. It is forbidden to
operate the machine without the covers or with them open. The owner of the
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