JDBS-412 JDBS-423 BALE SPEAR ATTACHMENTS for John Deere Loaders Safety Instructions Maintenance Assembly & Mounting Repair Parts Operating Instructions JDBS-612 JDBS-634 CAUTION THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE THOROUGHLY UNDERSTOOD BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO BEGIN ASSEMBLING THIS MACHINE 1. Select an area for assembly that is clean and free of any 6. After completing assembly, thoroughly inspect the debris which might cause persons working on the machine to be sure that all nuts, bolts, hyd

Position the tongue weldment between the front pull brackets welded to the front crosstube. Install the two 5/8” x 11/2” bolts with washers and nylock nuts as shown in the exploded parts diagram. NOTE: Nylock nuts are used at locations where some pivoting motion is expected between the bolted parts. It is suggested that nylock nuts be tightened to just a snug fit and then backed off 1 - 11/2 turns. Install the two 1/2”x 31/2” shift pins to lock the tongue weldment to the front crosstube pull bra

• Transport with clean reflectors, SMV and working lights as required by federal, state, and local laws. M100 WARNING 540 RPM SPEED RANGE ONLY HIGHER PTO SPEEDS CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY AND EQUIPMENT FAILURE 101101 REMEMBER: If Safety Signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced without Signs, new Safety Signs must be applied. New Safety Signs are available from your authorized distributor or factory. 16 INSTRUCTIONS TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS AND PREPARATION The models SDM40-

NOTE: On DCR models – if your tractor has a Category 0 3 point hitch (20” drawbar spacing), then the lift arm pins must be installed to the inside of the frame. If the tractor has a Category I 3 point hitch (26” drawbar spacing), then the pull pins must be installed on the outside of the frame. c. Attach the mast of the main frame to the tractor by installing the tractor center (or top) link with a top link pin (not furnished). NOTE: Use stabilizer bars, adjustable sway chains, or sway blocks on

How to Install Safety Signs: Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry. Be sure temperature is above 50°F (10°C). Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper. Remove the smallest portion of the split backing paper. Align the sign over the specified area and carefully press the small portion with the exposed sticky backing in place. Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefully smooth the remaining portion of the sign in place. Small air pockets can be pierced

Complete check lists on page 20 when assembly is complete. Position cutter flat and cut the nylon straps that are holding all loose parts to the cutter. Rotate the “A” frame hitch forward and connect lift arms and toplink. Attach the two linkage lift straps to the cutter deck (behind the gearbox) and to the end of the slack link on the “A” frame. These bolted connections are moveable joints – so tighten nylock nuts only until excess looseness is gone. Most swinging drawbars will have to be moved

The models JDBS-612, JDBS-623, JDBS-634 and JDBS-633 are for the John Deere 600 and 700 series loaders. The maximum recommended weight of bales that can be handled by the various models of bale spears are as follows: Model # Main Spears Bale Weight JDBS-412 JDBS-423 JDBS-434 JDBS-433 1 2 3 3 2200 Lbs. 3000 Lbs. 4000 Lbs. 3000 Lbs. JDBS-612 JDBS-623 JDBS-634 JDBS-633 1 2 3 3 2200 Lbs. 3000 Lbs. 4000 Lbs. 3000 Lbs. WARNING! On double spear models JDBS-423 / JDBS-623, and three spear models JDBS-43

In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment. It has been said, “The best safety device is an informed, careful operator.” We ask you to be that kind of an operator. It is the operator’s responsibility to read and understand ALL Safety and Operating instructions in the manual and to foll

Keep foldable ROPS systems in “locked up” position at all times. Operate only in daylight or good artificial light. Always check to be sure the loader attachment is properly latched on the loader or that lock pins are installed. Ensure that all safety shielding and safety signs are properly installed and in good condition. Never permit any person other than the operator to ride or board the tractor or implement at any time. ALLOW NO RIDERS! The use of any loader attachment is NOT recommended on

Stop loader gradually when lowering or lifting loads. 8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) OPERATIONAL SAFETY (continued) Allow for additional length of loader and bale on tractor while turning. Never allow anyone to walk or work under a raised loader. Do not use loader for a work platform. Do not lift or carry anyone on loader or in bucket or on attachment. Set both front and rear tractor wheels wide for increased stability. Be sure that people, livestock, or pets are not standing near the machine