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HARVEST FC1545 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 FC1535 & FC1545 Read this manual before using product. Failure to follow instructions and safety precautions can result in serious injury, death, or property damage. Keep manual for future reference.
  • Page 2 This product has been designed and constructed according to general engineering standards . Other local regulations may apply and must be followed by the operator. We strongly recommend that all personnel associated with this equipment be trained in the correct operational and safety procedures required for this product. Periodic reviews of this manual with all employees should be standard practice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4A Fluids & Lubricants 4B Lubrication 4C Service Intervals 4D Conveying Belt Tension 4E Belt Replacement 4F Lacing Inspection 5. Maintenance 5A Maintenance Schedule 6. Harvest by Meridian Conveyor Specs 7. Troubleshooting 8. Parts Book 9. Warranty Policy & Forms...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners. Call your Harvest by Meridian distributor or dealer if you need assistance, information, or additional copies of the manual. Always give your dealer the serial number of your Harvest by Meridian Grain Conveyor when ordering parts or requesting service or information.

  • Page 5: Safety First

    2. Safety First Safety is a priority in your everyday work habit, especially if you work with machinery. Whether you are an owner, an operator, or an employee, it is your responsibility to know the operational requirements and safety precautions of the machinery.

  • Page 6: General Safety

    2A General Safety Important: The general safety section includes instructions that apply to all safety practices. Any instructions specific to a certain safety practice (e.g. assembly safety), can be found in the appropriate section. Always read the complete instructional sections and not just these safety summaries before doing anything with the equipment.

  • Page 7: Transport Safety

    2B Transport Safety Make sure the hitch on the towing vehicle is rated for the gross weight of the • towed machine. Check with local authorities regarding transport of agricultural equipment on • public roads. Obey all applicable laws and regulations. Always travel at a safe speed, never exceeding 20 mph (32 km/h).
  • Page 8 Figure 2: Transport Safety Zones...

  • Page 9: Operation Safety

    2C Operation Safety Keep hands, feet, hair, clothing, and jewelry away from all moving and/or rotating • parts. Inspect the machine before operating. Ensure condition of belts, gearboxes, • drivelines, etc. are sufficient for operation and repair or replace if necessary. Stay away from overhead obstructions and power lines;...

  • Page 10: Maintenance Safety

    Figure 3: Workplace Hazard Area (Gas Engine Drive) 2D Maintenance Safety Before servicing the conveyor, always disengage power and ensure all moving parts • have stopped. Support the machine with blocks or stands when working underneath the conveyor. • Keep service area dry and clean. Be sure electrical tools are properly grounded. Use •...

  • Page 11: Operation

    Before operating the conveyor, all operators should familiarize themselves with the location and function of the components and controls. The Harvest by Meridian Conveyor is powered by a gas engine drive. Power is transferred to the conveyor belt through an S-Drive mounted to the bottom of the main tube. The conveyor utilizes a belt tensioning guide that allows the operator to know the belt tension at all times.

  • Page 12: Machine Break-In And Operation

    The cable anchor on the winch drum must be tight. 6. The FC1545 Conveyor is designed to have a belt speed of 600 FPM with the gas engine drive (using a 26 HP engine @ 3600 RPM).

  • Page 13: Pre-Operation Checklist

    3B Pre-Operation Checklist BEFORE OPERATING THE CONVEYOR EACH TIME: Service the machine per the schedule outlined in the Maintenance section of this • manual. The conveyor belt should slide freely inside the tube. • All guards and shields should be in place. •...

  • Page 14: Discharge Hood Adjustment

    DANGER: Keep clear of all power lines. Electrocution can occur without direct contact with power lines. 5. The conveyor has the ability to lift to a 32 degree angle, but will only move product up to 30 degrees. It has been designed this way to allow easy placement in the storage facility.

  • Page 15: Gas Engine Drive & Lockout

    3E Gas Engine Drive & Lockout It is essential to both inspect your conveyor drive before adding power and know how to shut it down in case of emergency. Whenever you must service or adjust the conveyor, make sure to stop the engine and lock out the power source. 1.

  • Page 16: Cold Weather Operation

    In certain situations when conveying small grained product, leakage may be observed at the discharge end of the conveyor. This may be caused by product getting behind the belt at the intake end. If this is observed, try slowing the belt speed and decreasing the amount of product being moved.

  • Page 17: Conveyor Shut Down

    3I Conveyor Shut Down Normal Shutdown: 1. Reduce flow of grain into conveyor slowly. DANGER: If flow of grain into conveyor is shut off to quickly, tipping of the conveyor from uneven weight distribution may occur. Make sure the intake end has been supported.

  • Page 18: Transport Procedure

    3K Transport Procedure 1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially children. 2. Always transport conveyor in full down position. The lift arm of undercarriage should be seated against the transport saddle with slight tension on the winch cable and at least three complete wraps of cable around the winch drum. 3.

  • Page 19: Service Intervals

    4C Service Intervals 8 Hours or Daily: 1. Lubricate all roller bearings. 2. Check gas engine drive belt tension. The belts should deflect 1/4” with 5 lbs force at the center of the span. 3. Check conveyor belt tension and alignment. 4.
  • Page 20 2. On the belt tensioning guide, adjust compression spring until the dashed line in green section of decal lines up with the edge where the guide goes through the slot. Make sure to adjust both bolts equally. Failure to do this will result in tracking problems. 3.

  • Page 21: Belt Replacement

    4E Belt Replacement 1. Remove wind guards just above S-Drive. 2. Rotate belt until seam is in this portion of conveyor. 3. Move tensioning roller to its loosest position and pull the slack to the seam area. 4. Remove wire connector and open the belt. 5.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    5. Maintenance Warning: Before continuing, please reread the safety information relevant to this section at the beginning of this manual. Failure to follow the safety instructions can result in serious injury, death, or property damage. 5A Maintenance Schedule 10 Hours (Daily) All Roller Bearings Drive Belt Tension Conveyor Belt Tension &...

  • Page 23: Harvest By Meridian Conveyor Specs

    6. Harvest by Meridian Conveyor Specs NOTE: These specs include the optional hydraulic mover and accessories included with it. FC1545 Specs Maximum Height 21’ 1” Reach at Maximum Height 19’ 5” Transport Height 12’ 7” Length 47’ Maximum Operating Angle...

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    7. Troubleshooting The Harvest by Meridian Grain Conveyor is a simple and reliable system that requires minimal maintenance. In the following section, we have listed many of the problems, causes, and solutions to the issues you may encounter. If you encounter a problem that is difficult to solve even after having read through this troubleshooting section, please call your local Harvest by Meridian dealer or our main office.

  • Page 25: Parts Book

    PART/ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION MODEL(S) FC1545 FC1545 CONVEYOR DESCRIPTION ITEM NO. PART NO. TUBE ASM, 1ST, FC15XX PBFC15001 TUBE ASM, 2ND, FC1545 PBFC15002 CARRIAGE ASM, FC15XX PBFC15003 DRAWING NO. PBFC1545 HOPPER & FRAME ASM, FC1545 PBFC15004 ! 25...
  • Page 26 PART/ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION MODEL(S) FC1545 TUBE ASM, 1ST, FC15XX DETAIL B DETAIL A DRAWING NO. PBFC15001 ! 26...
  • Page 27 PART/ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION MODEL(S) FC1545 TUBE ASM, 1ST, FC15XX DETAIL C DESCRIPTION ITEM NO. PART NO. BOLT,SHOULDER, 1/2-13UNCX.625" X 1" SHOULDER 10370 HAIRPIN, .093 X 1.625 10381 THIMBLE, CABLE, 3/16" 12669 PLATE, ROLLER MNT, BELT RETURN, LOWER, FC15XX 12730 ROD, SUPPORT, BELT RETURN, FC15XX...
  • Page 28 PART/ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION MODEL(S) FC1545 TUBE ASM, 2ND, FC1545 DETAIL B DETAIL A DRAWING NO. PBFC15002 ! 28...
  • Page 29 PART/ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION MODEL(S) FC1545 TUBE ASM, 2ND, FC1545 DETAIL C DESCRIPTION ITEM NO. PART NO. SCREW, SELF TAPPING, #12 x 3/4" 10304 PLATE, ROLLER MNT, BELT RETURN, UPPER, FC15XX 12731 GUARD, BELT RETURN, MIDDLE, FC15XX 12738 GUARD, BELT RETURN, UPPER, FC15XX...
  • Page 30 PART/ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION MODEL(S) FC1545 CARRIAGE ASM, FC15XX DETAIL A DETAIL B DRAWING NO. PBFC15003 ! 30...
  • Page 31 PART/ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION MODEL(S) FC1545 CARRIAGE ASM, FC15XX DETAIL C DESCRIPTION ITEM NO. PART NO. NUT, 1/2-20, 60 DEGREE LUG NUT, ZINC 10434 CLAMP, 3-1/2" TUBE 11703 BEARING, LIFT, CONVERYOR, FC15XX 12678 BRACKET, STABILIZER, LIFT ARMS, FC15XX 12700 205/75 x 15" BIAS PLY TIRE & 5 BOLT RIM ASM 30103 PULLEY &...
  • Page 32 PART/ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION MODEL(S) FC1545 HOPPER & FRAME ASM, FC1545 NOTES: 1) P/N 31799 (TARP CABLE) NOT SHOWN DESCRIPTION ITEM NO. PART NO. PULLEY, CABLE, TARP, HOPPER, FC15XX 12558 PLATE, CONNECTION, HOPPER, FC15XX 12572 PIN, HITCH, HOPPER, FC15XX 12611 FRAME ASM, HOPPER, FC15XX...
  • Page 33 PART/ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION MODEL(S) FC1545 S-DRIVE ASSEMBLY, FC15XX DRAWING NO. PBFC15005 ! 33...
  • Page 34 PART/ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION MODEL(S) FC1545 S-DRIVE ASSEMBLY, FC15XX DESCRIPTION ITEM NO. PART NO. LINK, CONNECTOR, DOUBLE 60 11328 KEY, 1/4" X 2-1/4" 11615 SPROCKET, DOUBLE 60, 1-1/4" BORE, 40 TOOTH 12543 SPROCKET, DOUBLE 60, 1" BORE, 14 TOOTH 12544 SPRING, TENSION, S-DRIVE, FC15XX...
  • Page 35 PART/ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION MODEL(S) FC15XX DISCHARGE HEAD ASM, FC15XX DETAIL A DETAIL B DRAWING NO. PBFC15006 ! 35...
  • Page 36 PART/ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION MODEL(S) FC15XX DISCHARGE HEAD ASM, FC15XX DESCRIPTION ITEM NO. PART NO. HOOD, DISCHARGE, CONVEYOR, FC1545 12531 TRANSITION, DISCHARGE, FC15XX 12627 ROLLER, DISCHARGE, FC15XX 12667 ROLLER, RETURN, HEX SHAFT, SPRING LOADED, FC15XX 12674 SCRAPER, DISCHARGE, FC15XX 12677 PLATE, BEARING MNT, DISCHARGE ASM, FC15XX...
  • Page 37 PART/ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION MODEL(S) FC1545 HOPPER ASM, FC1545 DETAIL A *LH* DETAIL C NOTES: 1) P/N 12554 (HOPPER TARP) NOT SHOWN DRAWING NO. PBFC15008 ! 37...
  • Page 38 PART/ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION MODEL(S) FC1545 HOPPER ASM, FC1545 DETAIL B DESCRIPTION ITEM NO. PART NO. SPRING, TARP, RH 12548 SPRING, TARP, LH 12549 SKIRTING, HOPPER, RH, FC15XX 12551 SKIRTING, HOPPER, LH, FC15XX 12552 SKIRTING, HOPPER, BACK, FC15XX 12553 TARP, HOPPER, FC15XX...
  • Page 39 ! 3 9...
  • Page 40 Warranty Claim Form Name: Dealer Name: Address: Address City: City: Postal Code: Postal Code: Phone # Phone # Email: Email: Warranty Claim Description: Date of occurrence______________________________
 ! 40...
  • Page 41 " 2902 Expansion Blvd. Storm Lake, Iowa 50588 PHONE: 712-213-5100 TOLL FREE: 1-800-667-5904 FAX: 712-213-5109 EMAIL: info@harvestauger.com WEB: www.harvestauger.com ! 4 1...
  • Page 42 City: State: Zip Code: Phone # Cell Phone: Email: Date of Purchase: Dealer Name: Dealer Address: Model: Serial #: Please return within 10 days to: Harvest by Meridian 2902 Expansion Blvd. Storm Lake, IA 50588 712-213-5100 www.harvestauger.com ! 4 2...

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