Softhands CXR | MEGA Instruction Manual

Softhands CXR/MEGA Bale Handlers Original Instruction

IMPORTANT Read this manual before operation HUSTLER EQUIPMENT INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

CONTENTS

Introduction................................................................................. 2 Important..................................................................................... 2 Specifications............................................................................. 2 Warranty ...................................................................................... 3 Warnings...................................................................................... 4 Maintenance................................................................................ 5 Fitting Instructions.................................................................... 5 Operational Instructions........................................................... 7

1

INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a HUSTLER ‘SOFTHANDS’ Bale Grab.

Please read through this manual as it contains important information which you need to know.

Please take special note of the warnings on page 4 and routine servicing on page 7.

Your robust HUSTLER ‘SOFTHANDS’ is a quality farm investment that with correct maintenance and operation this machine will give many years of service. Should you have any questions please contact the dealer who supplied you this machine. They have trained technicians who will be able to help you

IMPORTANT • Please ensure this booklet is read and understood by every operator of this machine.

• Also ensure that this booklet goes with the machine if it is resold and is read and understood by owner.

SPECIFICATIONS Pressure

2250 - 3000

Flow 10-60 litres per minute

Hydraulic Requirements:

1x set of double acting hydraulics

Tractor Size:

At least 50 HP - Large enough to safely carry SOFTHANDS and 1 bale up to 1000kgs. LX200 can carry 2 bales up to 1000kg’s each.

Machine Weight

CXR - 150kgs | MEGA - 220kgs

Machine Capacity

CXR - 1000kgs | MEGA - 2000kgs 2

WARRANTY (LM100/LX200)

The goods specified in the Instruction Manual as designed and supplied by the Manufacturer are warranted against faulty workmanship and defective materials for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase.

Such warranty is subject to the following conditions: 1. This warranty covers the repair or replacement of parts or machinery sold by the manufacturer and damaged as a result of the faulty workmanship or materials in such parts or machinery.

It does not extend to any other loss or damage including consequential loss or damage or loss to other property or persons.

2. Without limiting the senerality of paragraph 1 above, this warranty does not cover the following: a. Travel expenses. b. Damage caused by accident, misuse or abuse. c. Damage to any goods which have been altered or modified by someone other than the manufacturer or its authorised agent d. Damage or loss to the goods due to their unsuitability for any particular use or for using with any particular tractor except where such use or tractor had been specifically approved by the manufacturer. e. Damage or loss where the fitting and installation of the goods were not carried out By the manufacturer or its authorised dealer. f. Paint damage or wear. g. Wear and tear where Hustler deem the product to be in a high wear environment 3. Procedure for recovery under warranty. No loss or damage will be covered by this warranty unless the following procedure is followed by the purchaser a. The loss or damage should be reported immediately to the dealer (who will contact the manufacturer who will advise whether it is covered by the warranty and undertake the necessary action).

“This warranty shall be interpreted according to the laws of New Zealand and the parties agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the Courts of New Zealand.”

3

WARNINGS • BEFORE attempting maintenance or any work, ENSURE the bale grab is lowered to the ground and the tractor/telehandler engine is shut off.

• NO alteration or modification is to be done on this machine unless undertaken by Hustler or its authorised dealer. This will void the warranty.

• DO NOT allow any person(s) to ride on the machine. Mishap may cause DEATH or INJURY. • DO NOT allow anyone to stand between the arms, especially with the tractor running.

• ENSURE all persons are well clear of the bale grab when operating.

• ALWAYS travel with the unit as close to the ground as practical to maximize stability. Take EXTREME care when carrying a bale and driving on uneven ground, ensure vehicle doesn’t roll over. A roll over may cause DEATH or INJURY. • ENSURE the bale grab is securely fastened to the loader before operation.

• EXTREME care is required when the loader is at full height – DO NOT crowd back with a bale.

• DO NOT attempt to lift a bale that weighs over 1000kg’s with the CXR or CSH SOFTHANDS or two 1000kg’s bales with the MEGA SOFTHANDS. • Keep hands and fingers WELL CLEAR of pinch points where the arms pivot on the bale grab.

• DO NOT attempt to lift of carry anything other than a bale. This will void the warranty.

4

MAINTENANCE (also do this before initial operation) • Grease 4 points regularly.

• These are: 2 pivot points on the mainframe 2 pivot points on the hydraulic ram • After the first 10 hours of operation and during routine servicing ensure that all bolts are tight.

• Check for cracks or defective parts regularly – Any machine found unsafe or to contribute to an unsafe condition must be removed from service until restored to a safe operating condition, and is deemed safe by HUSTLER.

FITTING INSTRUCTIONS Fitting the ‘Softhands’ to a quick-hitch on a front loader • Drive up to the bale grab from behind.

• Crowd the quick-hitch forward and lift under the top hooks.

• Crowd back, lift up and the bale grab will latch itself into place.

Shut off tractor and apply the handbrake.

• Move hydraulic controls to relieve any pressure in the hoses, then get out and connect the hydraulic couplings so pulling the lever towards you or to your left clamps the bale.

• Double check the hitch is correctly attached and locked

Fitting the ‘Softhands to a conventional hitch on a front end loader • Drive up to the bale grab from behind.

• Crowd the hitch mechanism level.

• Shut off tractor and apply the handbrake and move hydraulic controls to relieve any pressure in the hoses.

• Get out, fit the hitch pins and latch securely in place. Connect the hydraulic couplings so pulling the lever towards you or to your left clamps the bale.

5

OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS As the HUSTLER ‘SOFTHANDS’ are specifically designed to clamp bales, they are simple to operate: • Open the hands fully open (or just wide enough if you are selecting a bale out of a tight pack) • Drive into the bale and stop just before the bale engages the back frame.

• Clamp the bale.

• Lift and drive away.

STACKING • Turning the bale over is simple too. Grip the bale in the centre and crowd forwards, lower to the ground, then release. This will turn your bale over safely

90

90°

6

SOFTHANDS CXR/MEGA BALE HANDLERS

Hustler Equipment LTD PO Box 2127, 1416 Omahu Road Hastings, 4153, New Zealand.

Phone +64 6 879 7926 www.hustlerequipment.co.nz

7