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- Page 1 Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Contact your nearby Chore-Time distributor or representative for additional parts and information. August 2018 MA1702D...
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Page 2: Limited Warranty
Time provides for an extension of the aforementioned Warranty period (“Extended Warranty Period”) with respect to certain Product parts. If such a defect is determined by Chore-Time to exist within the applicable period, Chore-Time will, at its option, (a) repair the Product or Component Part free of charge, F.O.B. the factory of manufacture or (b) replace the Product or Component Part free of charge, F.O.B. -
Page 3: Support Information
Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Support Information Support Information ® The Chore-Time FLEX-AUGER Feed Delivery System is designed to convey poultry and livestock feed types. Using this equipment for any other purpose or in a way not within the operating recommendations specified in this manual will void the warranty and may cause personal injury and/or death. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Parts Listing ..............33 Model 55,75,90,& HMC Feed Delivery System Standard Components ......33 Steel Components . - Page 5 Model 55 Boot Components ........
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Page 6: Safety And General Information
Safety and General Information Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Safety and General Information Caution, Warning and Danger Decals have been placed on the equipment to warn of potentially dangerous situations. Care should be taken to keep this information intact and easy to read at all times. Replace missing or damaged safety decals immediately. -
Page 7: General Information
An application that requires a large volume of feed to be moved should use a larger (i.e. Model 90 or HMC) auger system or possibly two smaller auger (i.e. Model 55 or 75) systems. See below for System Comparison information. -
Page 8: System Weight & Length Specifications
General Information Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER System Weight & Length Specifications Adequate support must be provided to prevent the tubes from sagging and support the weight of the Control Unit. The auger, tubes, and feed weigh approximately 6 lbs/ft. (9 kg/m). The Control Unit weighs approximately 80 lbs. -
Page 9: Planning
Locate the bin so that the FLEX-AUGER Feed Delivery System does not have to convey feed at an angle of more than 60 degrees from the horizontal to enter the building at the desired height. Chore-Time considers a 45 degree elevation to be standard--the lower the angle, the more reliable the system. -
Page 10: Installation
Installation Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Installation Recommended Layouts Figure 1.Recommended Layouts Not Recommended Layouts Figure 2.Not Recommended Layouts MA1702D... -
Page 11: Bin To Building Placement Chart
Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Installation Bin to Building Placement Chart Use this chart to determine the distance from building to center of bin ("X") at the various entrance heights ("H") and degrees of elevations listed below. •The bin on the right is shown with a straight-out bin boot. -
Page 12: Installation
Unless otherwise specified, the Model 55, 75, 90, & HMC Systems are installed similarly. All the systems are available with straight-out or 30 degree upper boots, except the Model 55. The Model 55 requires the 30 degree upper boot (the straight-out boot is not available for the Model 55). - Page 13 Model 55: Install the Model 55 Stub Tube over the outlet end of the boot. A clamp is provided to secure the Stub Tube to the boot.
- Page 14 Installation Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER elbow. Mark and cut the straight auger tube so that it will fit between the two elbows. Remember to cut the auger tube long enough to fit inside the belled end of the elbow in the building. Figure 4 shows the direction the auger is to run in relation to the belled end of the tube.
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Page 15: Supporting The System Inside The Building
Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Installation Supporting the System Inside the Building Support the Auger Tubing with chain and "S" Hooks every 5 feet [1.5m]. Steel Tube systems require support every 10 feet [3m]. The system should be restrained from swinging by using chain and "S" hooks to brace the auger tube, every 20 feet [6m], as shown in Figure 7. -
Page 16: Supporting The System Outside The Building
Installation Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Supporting the System Outside the Building Some systems require additional support to avoid sagging auger tubes. This support must be adequate to support the weight of the auger tubes filled with feed. Special attention should be given to avoid excessive pressure from the auger being transferred to boot. -
Page 17: Long Elevated Systems
Figure 11.Long Elevated Systems Outlet Assembly Installation The Model 55, 75, HMC/90 Outlet Assemblies are designed to drop feed from a Feed Delivery or Feeding System into a Gravity Drop Tube. Figure 12 shows the components that make up an outlet assembly. - Page 18 Installation Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER 2.Insert the Cord through the hole in the Rotary Slide tab, pull until centered, and knot it on both sides of the tab as shown in Figure 14. Slide the Indicator Balls on the Cord ends, as shown in Figure 14, and knot the Cord ends so the Indicator Balls will not fall off.
- Page 19 Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Installation 6.Now add Clamps or Retainers (as ordered) to the Outlet Assembly to prevent it from sliding and/or rotating on the pipe. Clamps will prevent the Outlet Assembly from sliding or rotating on the pipe. Retainers can be used in two different ways.
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Page 20: Control Unit & Power Unit Installation
Installation Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Control Unit & Power Unit Installation 1.Attach the tube anchor to the appropriate end (determine the best side of control unit for switch placement) of the control unit body by inserting the 1/4-20x.75 carriage bolts from the inside of the control unit through the tube anchor and attach 1/4-20 flange hex nut. -
Page 21: Belt Drive Control Unit Installation
Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Installation 6.Support the Power Unit and Control Unit securely. Points are provided at the gear head and the tube anchor for suspending the equipment with chain and “S” hooks supplied with the delivery system (See Figure 20). -
Page 22: Auger Installation
2.Attach the auger to the driver by rotating the driver and threading the auger through the anchor clamp. Figure 22 shows the Model 55 Driver installation procedure. Control Unit not shown for clarity. Figure 22 shows the Model 75, 90, & HMC Driver installation procedure. Control Unit not shown for clarity. - Page 23 6-8" (150-200 mm) and use locking pliers to clamp the auger while you cut it. 6.Figure 23 shows the proper assembly of the Model 55 boot components. Insert the Auger over the Anchor and through the Auger Clamp until Auger touches washer. Torque Set Screw into Auger Clamp 10-12 ft.-lbs.
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Page 24: Cover Plate Installation
Installation Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Cover Plate Installation The cover plate is installed after installation of the auger in the tube (See Figure 24). To install the cover plate: 1.Loosen wing nuts to end of studs 2.Start lower side of cover plate in boot opening. -
Page 25: Restrictor Adjustment
DO NOT ADJUST THE RESTRICTOR UNTIL THE SYSTEM HAS BEEN IN OPERATION AND THE SYSTEM IS BROKEN IN. THE MODEL 55 RESTRICTOR IS NOT ADJUSTABLE. Note:Feed delivery capacities are based on 40 lbs/ ft.3 (640 kg/m3) feed density. Systems using lighter weight feeds may not be able to achieve the maximum capacities listed. -
Page 26: Straight-Through Tandem Boot
Installation Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Straight-Through Tandem Boot The Straight-Through Tandem Boots allow one or two augers to remove feed from two separate feed bins. Feed should only be drawn from one bin at a time. Solid Cannonballs are used in conjunction with the Boot Baffles. -
Page 27: Standard Flex-Auger Boots And Baffle Locations
Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Installation Standard FLEX-AUGER Boots and Baffle Locations (As Shipped from Factory) Figure 28.Straight-Through Tandem Figure 28.Standard FLEX-AUGER Boots and Baffle Locations MA1702D... - Page 28 Installation Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Model 90 Steel or PVC & Model 75 Model 75 Steel K e y D e s c r i p t i o n S traight-Out Boot S traight-Thru Boot T ub e Conn ector...
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Page 29: Boot Baffles For Straight-Through Boot Systems
Installation Boot Baffles for Straight-Through Boot Systems The Chore-Time Boot Baffles are for use with dry, coarse, mash, crumbles, or pelleted feeds to prevent boots from overcharging the system. The Boot Baffles are intended for use in both “straight-out” & “straight-through” boots. Boot Baffles are factory installed on Straight-Through Boot Systems. -
Page 30: Feed Level Control Installation
Installation Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Feed Level Control Installation The Hopper Level Control (or Drop Tube Switch) is installed in the feed hopper (or in the drop tube over the feeder) at the power unit end of the line. This feed flow control switch stops the FLEX-AUGER System when the last feeder is full. -
Page 31: Sensor Plus™ Electronic Switch (Single Phase) Wiring
Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Installation SENSOR PLUS™ Electronic Switch (Single Phase) Wiring Important! If a time clock is to be used to control system, please refer to applicable instruction. MA1702D... -
Page 32: Operation
Operation Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Operation 1.During initial start-up, the boot slide should be only partially open to prevent the auger from being fully charged. Maintain partially open Slide until feed reaches the far end Control Unit. After that, the boot slide must be fully open for proper delivery system operation. -
Page 33: Parts Listing
* SS = Stainless Steel. **Model 55 Auger (Part No. 7961-0) may be ordered in lengths from 20 ft. to 400 ft. maximum. Example: 7961-155 would be 155’ of auger. Model 75 Auger (Part No. 4744-0) may be ordered in lengths from 20 ft. to 300 ft. maximum. Example: 4744-155 would be 155’ of auger. -
Page 34: Power Unit Assembly Part Numbers
Parts Listing Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Power Unit Assembly Part Numbers Part Number Phase Voltage Usages 3259-49 1.0 HP 348 RPM Single 60 Hz Model 75, 90, & HMC 3259-50 1/2 HP 216 RPM Single 60 Hz Model 75/90 Two Motor Tandem... -
Page 35: 3259-0 Power Units
Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Parts Listing 3259-0 Power Units 3259-49 3259-50 3259-51 3259-52 3259-89 3259-102 3259-67 Description Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. Motor 6857 5050 5050 5051 26157 28033 5703... -
Page 36: Direct Drive Control Unit (Single Phase)
Parts Listing Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Direct Drive Control Unit (Single Phase) Model 55 Model 75 Model 90 Model HMC 46800-1 46800-2 46800-4 46800-3 DESCRIPTION PART NO. PART NO. PART NO. PART NO. Gearhead End Plate 43596 43596 43596... -
Page 37: Stainless Steel Direct Drive Control Unit (Single Phase)
Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Parts Listing Stainless Steel Direct Drive Control Unit (Single Phase) Model 55 Model 75 Model 90 Model HMC 46800-27 46800-28 46800-30 46800-29 DESCRIPTION PART NO. PART NO. PART NO. PART NO. Gearhead End Plate 43596SS... -
Page 38: 46051 Switch & Plate Assembly
Parts Listing Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER 46051 Switch & Plate Assembly DESCRIPTION PART NO. Diaphragm Assembly 46159 Switch Cover Plate 46030 4x6 Electrical Box 46070-1 Mount Panel 46072 Terminal Block 34925-6 Switch Bracket 46093 Switch Insulation 1907-5 Micro Switch... - Page 39 Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Parts Listing This page left blank intentionally..MA1702D...
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Page 40: Standard Belt Drive Control Units
Standard Belt Drive Control Units Model 55 Model 75 Model 90 Model HMC 46800-11 46800-12 46800-14 46800-13 DESCRIPTION PART NO. PART NO. PART NO. PART NO. Control Unit 46800-6 46800-7 46800-9 46800-8 Belt Drive Parts Package 46138-1 46138-2 46138-2 46138-2 *See separate parts list “Boot Components”... - Page 41 Part Number Item Description Model 55 Model 75, 90, and HMC Model 55 Driver Shaft 27126 Model 75, 90, & HMC Driver Shaft 46156 Grease Fitting 6021 6021 Flange Bearing 2196 2196 Front Plate Bearing Holder 2047 2047 Ball Bearing...
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Page 42: 24392-0 Contactor Box
Parts Listing Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER 24392-0 Contactor Box K e y D e s c r i p t i o n P a r t N o . B ox 30860-3 Mounting Plate Support 41436 #10 Ext. Lock washer... -
Page 43: Boot Components
Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Parts Listing Boot Components Note: The Parts Listings on the following pages provide the parts numbers associated with this drawing. Be sure to refer to the appropriate page for your model of FLEX-AUGER. MA1702D... -
Page 44: Model 55 Boot Components
Items 2 through 5 and item 58 may be ordered under Chore-Time Part No. 6284 or 6284SS*. Items 22, 23, 39, & 40 may be ordered under Chore-Time Part No. 6197 or 6197SS* Clean-Out Cover Ass’y. All Complete Systems will come with transparent Red upper boot(s) unless specified with a “C” (i.e. Complete System # 8465C) This “C”... -
Page 45: Model 75 Boot Components
Restrictor and Chore-Time Part No. 37347 with Short Restrictor. Items 2 through 55 and item 58 (as listed above) make up the Lower Boot Assemblies (Single or Twin). Items 2 through 5 and item 58 may be ordered under Chore-Time Part No. 6284 or 6284SS*. -
Page 46: Model 75 Boot Components (Continued)
Restrictor and Chore-Time Part No. 37347 with Short Restrictor. Items 2 through 55 and item 58 (as listed above) make up the Lower Boot Packages (Single or Twin). Items 2 through 5 and item 58 may be ordered under Chore-Time Part No. 6284 or 6284SS. -
Page 47: Model 90 Boot Components
Restrictor (except for 30° Single Boot Systems, order Part No. 35343 with Long Restrictor). Items 2 through 55 and item 58 (as listed above) make up the Lower Boot Assemblies (Single or Twin). Items 2 through 5 and item 58 may be ordered under Chore-Time Part No. 6284 or 6284SS. -
Page 48: Model 90 Boot Components (Continued)
These components may be ordered as a Model 90 Anchor Bearing Assembly under Chore-Time Part No. 35345 with Short Restrictor. Items 2 through 55 and item 58 (as listed above) make up the Lower Boot Packages (Single or Twin). Items 2 through 5 and item 58 may be ordered under Chore-Time Part No. 6284 or 6284SS*. -
Page 49: Model Hmc Boot Components
- - - - 14827 These components may be ordered as a Model HMC Anchor Bearing Assembly under Chore-Time Part No. 35344 with Long Restrictor (except for Tandem Systems, order Part No. 37241 with Short Restrictor). Items 2 through 46 and item 58 (as listed above) make up the Lower Boot Assemblies/Packages (Single or Twin). -
Page 50: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Troubleshooting ALWAYS DISCONNECT POWER TO THE SYSTEM WHEN SERVICING OR MAINTAINING THE EQUIPMENT. FAILURE TO DISCONNECT POWER MAY CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH. Maintenance and repair to the system must be performed by a qualified technician only. - Page 51 Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Troubleshooting Auger wears holes in Auger kinked or poorly brazed. See Auger Brazing section in this tubes. manual Elbows wear out. Auger is stretched too tight; hori- Lengthen auger; Install an Exten- zontal L.H. turn; auger has been sion Hopper;...
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Page 52: Maintenance
Maintenance Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Maintenance The FLEX-AUGER Feed Delivery System requires minimum maintenance. However, a routine periodic inspection of the equipment will prevent unnecessary problems. Maintenance should be done by a qualified technician. ALWAYS DISCONNECT POWER TO THE SYSTEM WHEN SERVICING OR MAINTAINING THE EQUIPMENT. -
Page 53: Livestock And Poultry Feed Consumption
Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER Livestock and Poultry Feed Consumption Livestock and Poultry Feed Consumption POULTRY ® Poultry applications use automatic feeding systems sized for the building density. The FLEX-AUGER Feed Delivery System’s delivery rate should be sized to match or exceed the sum of the delivery rates of the automatic feeders supplied. - Page 54 Description of Change Various Added Stainless Steel Boots and Components 33783 For additional parts and information, contact your nearest Chore-Time distributor or representative. Find your nearest distributor at: www.choretime.com/contacts Chore-Time Group, A division of CTB, Inc. PO Box 2000 Milford, Indiana 46542-2000 USA Phone (574) 658-4101 Fax (877) 730-8825 Email: choretime@choretime.com...
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