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NEW AUGER START UP AND BREAK IN
Meridian Manufacturing Inc recommends that you do the
following before augering grain with your new auger:
Run the grain auger at approximately 1/2 the
normal operating speed (see table 1.1)
without adding grain to the intake for
approximately 5 minutes.
Bring auger up to full operation speed
(see table 1.1) and slowly add grain to the hopper.
Continue to add grain slowly until approximately
1000 bushels (28 tonnes) has been loaded
through the grain auger. This will "shine up" the
flighting and the tube.
The operator should be aware of any unusual
vibrations or noises, determine source and shut
down. LOCK OUT POWER SOURCE BEFORE
SERVICING OR ADJUSTING.
OLD AUGER START UP AND BREAK IN
Meridian Manufacturing Inc recommends that you do the
following before augering grain with your used auger:
Before positioning the auger, be sure all guards
and shields are in place, securely fastened and
fully operational.
Check oil level in gear boxes, fill if necessary
and lubricate all grease fittings.
Ensure PTO shaft is securely fastened.
Check the lift cable before each use and replace
if frayed or damaged.
CAUTION
Observe work area restrictions (see work area
diagram)
Keep all safety guards and shields in place.
Make certain everyone is clear before operating
or moving the machine.
Keep hands and feet away from all moving
parts.
Lock out power source to adjust, service or
clean.
EMERGENCY SHUT DOWN
Should the auger be immediately shut down
under load, lock out the power source and
disconnect PTO shaft. Empty grain from
hopper and auger. Starting the auger under
load may result in damage to the grain
auger.
OPERATIONS
START UP AND BREAK IN
Before restarting, make certain everyone is
clear of the designated work area.
Start grain auger at a reduced speed.
NORMAL SHUT DOWN
Make sure that the hopper and auger are
empty before stopping the unit.
Lock out power source and remove PTO
shaft.
CLEAN UP AND STORAGE
When the operation is completed, it is recommended
that you move the auger to the new work area or to a
storage area.
Remove barriers, anchors and wheel chocks.
Clean entire work area.
Remove PTO shaft and move auger slowly
out of work area.
Lower auger to full down position
immediately upon clearance of any
obstruction.
The auger should be stored in the full down
position.
Do not attempt to pull grain auger out of
snow bank in winter. This will cause damage
to the tube assembly.
Ensure that there is no snow build up on the
auger tube while in storage to prevent
damage to the auger.
Store auger with the hopper in the tipped
position.
CAUTION! Maintain a minimum 4" lap on the
tumbler shields. Do not engage power
take-off until all personnel are clear of
tractor, tumbler shaft and auger. Ensure
ends are fastened securely to the auger
and tractor.
When installing PTO, ensure CV end goes to
tractor
AUGER SIZE
SLMD 10
SLMD 12
SLMD 14
TABLE 1.1. Operating speeds
C1
13000005005-03-00
SPEED (rpm)
450
450
450
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