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Assembly & Operation Manual
PNEG-1445
Date: 05-08-07
PNEG-1445

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  • Page 1 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers Assembly & Operation Manual PNEG-1445 Date: 05-08-07 PNEG-1445...
  • Page 2 PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    10" Custom Auger Parts ....................50 10" Internal Bearing Parts ....................52 12" Custom Auger Parts ....................54 12" Internal Bearing Parts ....................56 Chapter 10 Trouble Shooting ......................58 Chapter 11 Warranty ......................... 59 PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 4: Chapter 1 Introduction

    • Moisture Content • Amounts of Foreign Matter • Different Materials • Methods of Feeding 2. For example, a twenty-five percent (25%) moisture could cut capacity by as much as 40% under some conditions. PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 5: Chapter 2 Safety

    CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage. NOTE indicates information about the equipment that you should pay special attention to. PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    NEVER drive, stand or walk under the equipment. Use caution not to hit the auger when positioning the load. ALWAYS lockout ALL power to the equipment when finished unloading a bin. PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 7 Disconnect power on electrical driven units before resetting motor overloads. Do not repetitively stop and start the drive in order to free a plugged condition. Jogging the drive in this type of condition can damage the equipment. PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 8 Waste fumes can be toxic. Remove all jewelry. Tuck in any loose or dangling shoe strings. Long hair should be tied up and back. Wear hard hat to help protect your head. Hard Hat PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 9: Operator Qualifications

    A person who has not read this manual and understands all operating and safety instructions, is not qualified to operate the machine. Date Employees Name (Printed) Employees Signature PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 10 If you need any of the above listed safety items or have safety questions, please contact: The GSI Group PO Box 20 1004 E. Illinois Street Assumption, IL 62510 Ph: 1-217-226-4421 PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 11: Chapter 3 Safety Decals

    Danger - Unloading DC-1379 5-1/8'' x 7-3/8'' Notice -1 - 11 DC-455 4'' x 5-3/4'' Danger - Rotating Flight DC-12L34 2-1/4'' x 2-3/4'' Caution DC-455 DC-1395 4-1/4'' x 6-1/4'' Danger - Rotating Flight PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 12 Contact your dealer or the manufacturer to order a replacement Decal free of charge. Contact: The GSI Group 1004 E. Illinois Street Assumption, IL 62510 Ph: (217)-226-4421 DC-994 DC-1381 DC-994 DC-1379 DC-1234 PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 13 Do not cover any safety signs or any other signs that are already there. DC-1395 Note: Please remember, safety signs provide important safety information for people working near bin unloading equipment that is in operation. PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 14: Chapter 4 Assembly

    3/8" - 16 x 2" Grade 8 Hex Bolts 8" 7/16" - 14 x 3" Grade 8 Hex Bolts 10" 1/2" - 13 x 3-1/2" Grade 8 Hex Bolts 12" 5/8" - 11 x 4" Grade 8 Hex Bolt PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 15 (See Chart for Bolt Sizes), (See Figure 4B). Figure 4B Bearing Bolts 6" 7/16" - 14 x 1-1/2" Bolt 8" & 10" 1/2" - 13 x 1-1/2" Bolt 12" 5/8" - 11 x 2" Bolt PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 16 A. Place Motor Mount Adjuster between the Back Plate and Head Plate on the Discharge Tube. B. Insert Pivot Rod through the Tube plates and Motor Mount Adjuster. Secure in place with two (2) 3/16" x 2" cotter pins. (See Figure 4D). PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 17 C. Slide the Motor Mount Pivot Rod through the pivot tube on the Discharge Tube. D. When the pivot rod begins to extend through the pivot tube install the spacers, BETWEEN the Back Plate and the inner face of the Motor Mount Plate. (See Figure 4F). PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 18 3/8" - 16 x 1-1/4" Bolt Note: DO NOT tighten the bolts completely. The brackets will need to be rotated to align the slot in the Belt Guard with the shafts on the motor and flight. PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 19 C. Once the pulley is appropriately positioned, tighten the setscrew with a hex head wrench to secure it to the drive shaft. (See Figure 4I). Figure 4I PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 20 4J). Figure 4J Motor Bolt Chart Motor Size Hex Bolt Size 5/16" -18 x 1-1/4" 143T 145T 182T 3/8" - 16 x 1-1/4" 184T 213T 215T 254T 1/2" -13 x 1-3/4" 256T PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 21 Belt Guard DOES NOT contact either pulley, and tighten down the Belt Guard Mounting Brackets to the Bearing Plate. (See Figure 4K). D. Once the brackets are tightened slide the bottom cover back into place and secure with supplied bolt. Figure 4K PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 22: Assembling The Flight Extension For All 6", 8", 10" & 12" Custom Augers

    Note: If your auger does not include an extension skip ahead to Step - 13E. A. Begin by sliding the extension connecting band onto the main auger tube. (See Figure 4L). Figure 4L PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 23 5/8" - 11 x 4" Grade 8 Hex Bolt C. Slide the extension tube over the extension flight, making sure the tube is pressed securely against the main auger tube. (See Figure 4N). Figure 4N PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 24 3/8" - 16 x 2" Grade 8 Hex Bolts 8" 7/16" - 14 x 3" Grade 8 Hex Bolts 10" 1/2" - 13 x 3-1/2" Grade 8 Hex Bolts 12" 5/8" - 11 x 4" Grade 8 Hex Bolt PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 25 5/8" - 11 x 4" Grade 8 Hex Bolt B. Slide Hanger Bearing onto Connecting Stub, followed by Extension Flight. Bolt Extension Flight to Connecting Stub using assigned hardware. (See Chart Above), (See Figure 4R). Figure 4R PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 26 (See Figure 4T). Figure 4T Hanger Bearing Bolt 8" 5/8" -11 x 1-3/4" Grade 8 Bolt 10" 5/8" -11 x 1-3/4" Grade 8 Bolt 12" 3/4" -10 x 2" Grade 8 Bolt PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 27: Assembling The Intake Guard For All 6", 8", 10" & 12" Custom Augers

    15. Installing the Intake Guard Note: For Utility Augers Only. A. Slide the Intake guard onto the Auger Tube aligning the intake shaft with the bronze bushing. (See Figure 4V). Figure 4V PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 28 Figure 4X Intake Guard Bolts 6" 5/16" - 18 x 1-3/4" GR5 Hex Bolt 8" 5/16" - 18 x 1-3/4" GR5 Hex Bolt 10" 3/8" - 16 x 1-1/2" GR5 Hex Bolt PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 29: Assembling The Inlet Hopper With Bearings For All 6", 8", 10" & 12" Custom Augers

    Flight Hardware 6" 3/8" - 16 x 2" Grade 8 Hex Bolts 8" 7/16" - 14 x 3" Grade 8 Hex Bolts 10" 1/2" - 13 x 3-1/2" Grade 8 Hex Bolts PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 30 (See Chart for Bolt Sizes), (See Figure 4AA). Figure 4AA Hopper Bearing Nut 6" 5/16" - 18 Hex Nut 8" 3/8" - 16 Hex Nut 10" 1/2" - 13 Hex Nut PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 31 (See Chart for Bolt Sizes), (See Figure 4AB). Figure 4AB Hopper Connecting Band Bolt 6" & 8" 5/16" - 18 x 1" Hex Bolt 10" 5/16" - 18 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolt PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 32: Outlet Cutting Guidelines

    5. Carefully measure your outlet before cutting. Follow the recommended guidelines as shown below. It is very important that the opening be large enough not to reduce capacity, but small enough so the outlet can be covered securely by the spout. Figure 4AC PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 33: Enclosed Slide Gates With Rack And Pinion Control

    4. Fully close slide gate. Using the pulley, adjust the halfbands so they are located at the end of the control rod farthest from the spout. Then tighten the halfbands to the tube. 5. Wrap rope or cable around the pulley, doubling it to prevent slippage. Figure 4AD PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 34: Basic Inlet Hoppers

    3. Flange Clamps - Fit each half over flanges and tighten with bolts provided. 4. Quick-Connect Flange Clamps - Fit each half over flange and tighten bolt. Do not use in location where permanent unions are required. PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 35: Sample Custom Auger Configurations

    There are two different kits available for trussing. 20' to 30' Span Kits and 30' to 40' Span kits for spouting only. See the Instructions that are included with your kit for proper installation. Sample Custom Auger Configurations Figure 4AF PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 36: Chapter 5 Electric Drive Motors

    Reset and motor starting and stopping controls must be located so that the operator has full view of the entire operation. DANGER Shut off power to adjust, service, or clean the machinery. DANGER Keep all safety guards and shields in place. PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 37: Chapter 6 Start-Up

    CAUTION Failure of your auger is very likely to occur if it is run at full capacity before the screw has become polished. PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 38 9. Do not run auger at to slow speed, this will load up or over load the auger. An loading up of the auger will cause the motor to over load and a higher torque will be required to turn the auger, which in turn may cause damage to the auger. PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 39: Operate The Auger

    Using a larger diameter auger and reducing its load level will be far better than subjecting a smaller diameter auger to big loads. If an auger is kept from absolute filling, it will make startup easier and will convey more efficiently. PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 40: Chapter 7 Operation/Maintenance

    8. Check the auger flighting to make sure it is in good working condition. 9. Check the internal bearing bracket, bearing and universal joint to make sure they are in good working order. 10. Grease bearing at least two (2) times each season. PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 41: Chapter 8 Shutdown

    1. Close all wells to discharge auger tube. 2. Be sure the unload tube is empty. 3. Make sure power source is disconnected and locked out. 4. Check to see that all fasteners are secure. PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 42 NOTES PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 43 1. 6" Custom Auger Parts 2. 8" Custom Auger Parts 3. 8" Internal Bearing Parts 4. 10" Custom Auger Parts 5. 10" Internal Bearing Parts 6. 12" Custom Auger Parts 7. 12" Internal Bearing Parts PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 44: Chapter 9 Parts List

    9. PARTS LIST 6" Custom Auger Parts PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 45 6" x 11' Discharge Flight GK2855 6" x 16' Discharge Flight GK-2856 6" x 21' Discharge Flight GK-7082 6" x 9' Tube GK7083 6" x 14' Tube GK7084 6" x 19' Tube PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 46: 8" Custom Auger Parts

    9. PARTS LIST 8" Custom Auger Parts PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 47 8" x 16' Discharge Flight GK2881 8" x 21' Discharge Flight GK1884 1-1/4" x 9" Intake Shaft GK7079 8" x 8' Tube GK7080 8" x 13' Tube GK7081 8" x 18' Tube PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 48: 8" Internal Bearing Parts

    9. PARTS LIST 8" Internal Bearing Parts PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 49 S-7382 5/16" - 18 Nylock Nut S-7149 5/16" - 18 x 1-3/4" Bolt GK7093 8" x 13' Tube GC06394 8" x 18' Tube PNEG-1445 6" , 8" , 10" , & 12" Cu s to m A u g ers...

  • Page 50: 10" Custom Auger Parts

    9. PARTS LIST 10" Custom Auger Parts PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 51 10" x 16' Discharge Flight GK5130 10" x 21' Discharge Flight GK2907 1-1/2" x 9-1/2" Intake Shaft GK7095 10" x 7' 6" Tube GK7096 10" x 12' 6" Tube GK7097 10" x 17' 6" Tube PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 52: 10" Internal Bearing Parts

    9. PARTS LIST 10" Internal Bearing Parts PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 53 1-1/2" x 11-1/2" Connecting Shaft GK3670 10" Inspection Cover S-7382 5/16" - 18 Nylock Nut S-7149 5/16" - 18 x 1-3/4" Bolt GK7098 10'' x 12' 6'' Tube GK7099 10'' x 17' 6'' Tube PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 54: 12" Custom Auger Parts

    9. PARTS LIST 12" Custom Auger Parts PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 55 12" x 16' Discharge Flight GK5633 12" x 21' Discharge Flight GK5313 2" x 7-3/4" Intake Shaft GK7243 12" x 7' 6" Tube GK7244 12" x 12' 6" Tube GK7245 12" x 17' 6" Tube PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 56: 12" Internal Bearing Parts

    9. PARTS LIST 12" Internal Bearing Parts PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...
  • Page 57 2" x 11-1/2" Connecting Shaft GK5599 12" Inspection Cover S-7382 5/16" - 18 Nylock Nut S-7149 5/16" - 18 x 1-3/4" Bolt GK7249 12" x 12' 6" Tube GK7250 12" x 17' 6" Tube PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 58: Chapter 10 Trouble Shooting

    3. The auger may be jammed with 3. Remove any foreign material in foreign material. the auger. 4. The motor may be to small or 4. Check wiring or consider using wired incorrectly. the next larger size motor. PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10", & 12" Custom Augers...

  • Page 59: Chapter 11 Warranty

    THE GSI GROUP, INC. (GSI) WARRANTS ALL PRODUCTS WHICH IT MANUFACTURES TO BE FREE OF DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP UNDER NORMAL USAGE AND CONDITIONS FOR A PERIOD OF 12 MONTHS AFTER RETAIL SALE TO THE ORIGINAL END USER. THE PURCHASER’S SOLE REMEDY AND GSI’S ONLY OBLIGATION SHALL BE TO REPAIR OR REPLACE, AT GSI’S OPTION AND EXPENSE, PRODUCTS THAT, IN GSI’S...
  • Page 60 Authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted before installations are made. GSI Group, Inc. 1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL 62510-0020 Phone: 1-217-226-4421 Fax: 1-217-226-4420 Internet: http://www.grainsystems.com Copyright © 2007 by the GSI Group Printed in the USA...

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