SECTION 1 INTRODUCTIONCongratulations on your choice of a ValMetal Round Bale Grinder to complement your farming operation.This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs of a discriminating buyer for the effi-cient grinding of large round bales.Safe, efficient and trouble free operation of your ValMetal Round Bale Grinder requires that you and anyoneelse who will be operating or maintaining the Grinder, read and understand the Safety, Operation,Maintenance and Trouble Shooting information contained in the Operator's Manual.This manual covers the Model H Grinder manufactured by ValMetal.Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners. Call yourValMetal Dealer or Distributor if you need assistance or information.OPERATOR ORIENTATION - The directions left, right, front and rear, as mentioned throughout this manual,are as seen from behind the tractor driver's seat and facing in the direction of travel.SAFETY1