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Order panels
and accessories
on p. 72.
1. Panels are easy to carry and store
They can be carried or dragged short distances by hand
(6 panels weigh 108 lbs) or transported by ATV.
Unlike most other big bale feeders, Premier’s wire panel
feeders stack flat.
Simple steps to install—after that, it just saves money!
4. Wrap panels around
bale and close with
snap clips
Wrap the panel “system” around the bale. Connect the last
opening with 2 snap clips (see inset and p. 72).
5. Allow animals access to bale
Sheep can’t reach the core of a 6 ft diameter bale (but they
can reach the core of a 4 ft diameter bale). So after they eat
in toward the core, we reduce it by hand or fork. Then we
roll the core onto its side (while still inside the feeder).
6. The preferred result
If possible, fold the panels toward the center to make
the shape of a double triangle. This allows the sheep to
completely clean up the bale. Once the bale is consumed,
repeat step one.
2. Joining panels with
wire hinges
Join all panels with wire connector hinges (see inset and
p. 72). For 6 panels you need 5 hinges. We rarely remove the
hinges after joining the panels.
3. Adding a large round bale
Use a tractor or loader to place a round bale on either of
its flat ends. Remove twine, plastic or netting. Be careful to
prevent the “ freed” hay from unwinding. Remove any outer
spoiled hay with a pitchfork and scatter it as bedding.
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