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CAUTION
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Do NOT operate the grain cart before reading and understanding the Operator's Manual and ALL danger, warning and
caution signs.
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Never exceed 1,000 rpm on the PTO and driveline system.
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Never fold or extend the auger until the PTO has come to a complete stop.
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Never fill the grain cart unless the gate indicator is in the closed position.
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Never allow foreign object (shovels, etc.) to be placed inside the grain cart.
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Never engage the lugs and drive dogs on the augers when the system is moving at a high rate of speed.
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Never perform maintenance work or service the grain cart with the tractor running.
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Never use the PTO or their guards as a step.
The maximum height of the auger when unfolding is 648 cm. Always check the height of overhead power lines or bridges
when the auger is unfolded or during the folding or unfolding process.
VERY IMPORTANT: Under no circumstance is it recommended to tow a loaded grain cart in excess of 13 km/h.
WHEEL NUTS: Are the wheel nuts properly fastened? Torque to 644 Nm for 20mm wheel studs and nuts. Wheel studs
and nuts should be checked after each load during initial operation of the cart and then after every 10 hours of use.
Failure to do so may damage wheel studs and nuts. Once the seats are damaged, it will become impossible to keep the
lug nuts tight.
The drawing shows the proper way to mount the wheels using Budd-type nuts. The wheels supplied with
your grain cart have straight holes and the Budd nuts will be mounted according to Figure 1. Wheels that
are improperly installed on the grain cart, resulting in product failure, will nullify warranty and shift the burden
of liability to the owner/operator. We recommend you inspect your wheel nuts to make sure they are
properly installed. Also, check the wheel nuts on a regular basis to ensure they are tight.
LIGHTING AND SAFETY DECALS: Are the rear, amber extremity lights properly positioned? Extend the
lights within 40,6cm (16") of the left and right extremities of the grain cart.
HYDRAULIC HOSES AND FITTINGS: Use tractor manufacturer recommended hydraulic fluid for grain cart hydraulic
operation. Maximum hydraulic pressure is 206.8 bar (3,000 psi) and maximum hydraulic temperature is 93.3°C (200°F).
WARNING: BE CERTAIN THAT ALL POWER IS SHUT OFF WHEN HOOKING UP TO TRACTOR OR CONNECTING
HYDRAULIC LINES TO TRACTOR.
Preparing the Grain Cart for Use: The X2431 Grain Cart requires a 200 hp tractor or larger and tractor must be compliant to
applicable Machinery Directive.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT pull a loaded grain cart on highway. For incidental highway travel, observe the section below.
Tow Loads Safely
Stopping distance increases with speed and weight of towed loads, and on slopes. Towed loads with or without brakes that
are too heavy for the tractor or are towed too fast can cause loss of control. Consider the total weight of the equipment and its
load.
Observe these recommended maximum road speeds, or local speed limits which may be lower.
Road Travel: Do not travel more than 40 km/h (25 mph) and do not tow loads more than 1.5 times the pulling unit's weight.
Ensure the load does not exceed the recommended weight ratio. Use additional caution when towing loads under adverse
surface conditions, when turning, and on inclines.
IMPORTANT: During normal field operation, adjustable axle needs to be fully extended for greatest stability. During normal
road transport, the adjustable axle needs to be fully retracted for narrow travel.
Operating Instructions
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