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Bought one two months ago, wasn’t sure how it would work. Just bought second bale feeder because my sheep prefer eating
from them.
– Arvid A., Illinois
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How to install a Big Bale Feeder (see feeder on p. 84)
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 bale feeders, our wire panel feeders stack flat.
2. JOINING PANELS WITH WIRE HINGES
Join all panels with our wire connector hinges (p. 85).
For 6 panels you need 5 hinges. We rarely remove the hinges after joining the panels.
3. ADDING A LARGE ROUND BALE
Unload the round bale on its flat end. Cut wrap, netting or twine. Be mindful to prevent the bale from unwinding. Discard any spoiled hay and scatter it as bedding.
4. ENCLOSE THE BALE WITH SNAP CLIPS
Wrap the feeder panel “system” around the bale.
Connect the last opening with snap clips (see p. 85).
5. THIS IS THE PREFERRED RESULT
A totally consumed
5 ft diameter bale.
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.
Wire Connector Hinge
p. 89
WHAT NOT TO DO...
1. Don’t use with cattle or horses.
2. Don’t use with horned sheep or goats. We have tried this and know that they may get their
heads caught and die.
3. Don’t lift panels with a tractor when they’re stuck or frozen. They will bend and break.
4. Don’t try to feed more than 6 ewes per panel. They will fight for access.
5. Don’t allow starving sheep access to these feeders. They become too aggressive and injure
one another.
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