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Grain Bag Unloader Owner’s Manual and Parts Book (Originating w/Serial Number 51-1532) Model Number: Serial Number: Date of Purchase: N22770 Rev. M 10.09.19...
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All Loftness products have a one (1) year limited warranty. The XLB10 Grain Bag Loader has a two (2) year limited warranty. If any Loftness product is used as rental equipment the limited warranty period is for only 30 days from the delivery date to the original customers.
It is also important that you fill out the Warranty Registration form(s) completely and return to Loftness so as not to void the warranty. Keep the owner’s manual and the entire documentation packet in the storage compartment provided on your unloader.
Safety Instructions Grain Bag Unloader Identification Adjustable Top Deflector Upper Auger Housing Lower Auger Housing Roller Main Drive Shaft Bag Cutting Knife Roller Locking Pin Front Chain Drive PTO Driveline Hitch Axle Roller Drive Jack Storage Compartment Control Valve Support Arm Grain Bag Unloader OM...
Safety Instructions Safety Rules • Operators are responsible to know the location and function of all guards and shields including but not limited to PTO drivelines, gearboxes, chain drives, These are general safety considerations. Additional augers and are responsible to make certain that all precautions may be necessary to operate your guards are in place when operating the machine.
Safety Instructions Safety Rules (Cont’d) • Never check for leaks by using any part of your body to feel for escaping fluid . Maintenance Safety • To prevent serious personal injury from escaping high pressure fluid, never attempt to inspect, service •...
Safety Instructions Safety Decal Locations Check and replace any worn, torn, hard to read or missing safety decals on your machine. Part No . 4256 Part No. N23931 Part No. 4189 Part No. N23505 Grain Bag Unloader OM...
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Safety Instructions Safety Decal Locations (Cont’d) WARNING SKIN PUNCTURE HAZARD. HYDRAULIC LINES. Protect hands and body from high pressure fluids. N23506 Part No. N23506 Part No . 203264 Part No. N23507 Part No. N22729 Part No. N23504 Part No. N22763 Grain Bag Unloader OM...
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Safety Instructions Safety Decal Locations (Cont’d) Part No. N22764 Part No. N22734 Grain Bag Unloader OM...
Safety Instructions Machine Decals and Signs Part No. N26973 NOTE: All safety related decals are also shown in the Safety Instructions Section along with their location on the machine. See “Safety Decal Locations” starting on page 7. Part No. N26971 Check and replace any worn, torn, hard to read or missing decals on your machine.
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Safety Instructions Machine Decals and Signs (Cont’d) Part No. N22759 Part No. N13721 Part No. N33102 Part No. N13517 Part No. N33108 Part No. N24822 Part No. N24823 Grain Bag Unloader OM...
Set-up Instructions Connecting the Grain Bag Unloader For tractors with hammer strap: Configure the hitch to use the base and wedges to limit Safety Chain Requirements: hitch play . • Verify that the chain has a load rating equal to or greater than the Gross Vehicle weight. •...
Set-up Instructions Connecting the Grain Bag Unloader Installing Grain Bag Unloader to the (Cont’d) Tractor Back the tractor up to the hitch of the unloader . Remove the PTO driveline from the stored position . Remove the retaining pin (1) and lower the PTO driveline . Insert pin (1) (1-1/8 in .
Set-up Instructions Installing Grain Bag Unloader to the Tractor (Cont’d) Secure the electrical harness and all hydraulic hoses up and away from the PTO driveline area . Converting Valve to Open-Center System Install the pressure and the return hydraulic hoses into the tractor’s hydraulic connectors at the rear of the The control valve is shipped to accommodate closed- tractor .
Set-up Instructions Installing Grain Bag Unloader to the Tractor (Cont’d) Converting Valve to Open-Center System (Cont’d) NOTE: The control valve and some of the connecting fittings and hoses are shown removed in this procedure for clarity. There is no need to remove the valve from the machine to remove the plug.
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Set-up Instructions Switch to Working Position (Cont’d) TRANSPORT POSITION STORAGE POSITION Remove the cylinder stop (1) from the axle and place in Install the cross auger extension (1) onto the center auger the storage position (2) and secure with the retaining pin shaft (2) .
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Set-up Instructions Switch to Working Position (Cont’d) Remove the left cross auger guard and extension from the stored position . Install the key (1) onto the drive shaft, then connect the right auger drive shaft (2) onto the drive shaft . With the right auger drive shaft completely secure, tighten shaft set screws in hole (3), then tighten jam nut (4) .
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Set-up Instructions Switch to Working Position (Cont’d) Remove the support arm lower pin (1) and retaining clip (2) on the left side of the unloader . Align the holes of the auger extension with the holes of the center auger shaft . Secure with two bolts (1), nuts and washers .
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Set-up Instructions Switch to Working Position (Cont’d) Remove the lower retaining clip (1) and pin (2) on the bag cutting knife . Swing the roller into the operating position . CAUTION: The Bag Cutting Knife is SHARP! Use extreme care when placing the bag cutting knife in the work or transport position.
Set-up Instructions Switch to Working Position (Cont’d) Knife Sharpening IMPORTANT: At this point during the initial setup, the factory paint must be removed from the knife edge to obtain a sharp, clean cut. CAUTION: The Bag Cutting Knife is SHARP! Use extreme care when sharpening the knife edge.
Operating Instructions Getting Started NOTE: If the unloader is off center during set-up or becomes off center during operation, the grain bag will roll up unevenly on the bag roller and Extracting grain from the bag requires three people . put undo stress on the unloader.
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Operating Instructions Getting Started (Cont’d) Engage the hydraulics on the tractor . GRAIN BAG 1st Cut Horizontal Cut Vertical Cut First, make a horizontal cut, approximately 12 in . (305 mm) long, towards the top where the bag is more full . The cut should be slightly off center where it would line up with the unloader’s cutting knife (1) .
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Operating Instructions Getting Started (Cont’d) Wrap the bag evenly and completely around the roller to secure the bag on the roller teeth (1) . Back the tractor and unloader over the end of the bag (between the wheels) and slide the bag underneath the NOTE: It is very important that the bag be wrapped cross augers .
Operating Instructions Getting Started (Cont’d) Grain Extraction Move the roller lever (1) forward into the detent position . Move the auger lever (1) up to raise the top auger into the The roller will start rotating and pulling the grain bag operating position .
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Operating Instructions Grain Extraction (Cont’d) The grain should just cover the cross augers . Once extraction has begun and the grain bag unloader Cross auger height should be 3" to 4" (76 - 102 mm) is deeper into the bag, be sure the bag cutting knife is above the ground .
Operating Instructions Grain Extraction (Cont’d) End of Bag Extraction NOTE: Once the grain bag is opened, it is recommended that the grain bag be emptied completely. It is important to reach the end of the grain bag with the unloader as centered as possible . Grain can be extracted until the cross augers touch the end of the grain bag .
Operating Instructions Bag Removal Engage the hydraulics on the tractor . Pull on the handles (1) to disengage the roller clutch (2) until it locks in the open position . The roller should move freely . NOTE: The cogs should rest on the inner cogs. Move the axle lever (1) up to raise the axle and cross augers .
Operating Instructions Bag Removal (Cont’d) Resealing The Grain Bag Reengage the clutch (1) by quickly rotating in either direction and snapping back into place . Fold each side of the grain bag towards the center . Start the fold approximately 2 ft . ( .609 m) up the side of the bag, then fold to the center (on both sides) .
Operating Instructions Switching to Transport Position Remove the upper retaining clip (1) and pin on the bag cutting knife . Using the handle (2), rotate the bag cutting knife to the transport position . Lower the top auger (1) to the transport position . Move the auger lever (2) down to lower the top auger .
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Operating Instructions Switching to Transport Position (Cont’d) Remove pin (1) and lower the support arm into its original position . Swing support arm up and insert pin (1) into temporary mounting position . Reinsert the support arm lower pin (1) and retaining clip (2) on the left side of the unloader .
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Operating Instructions Switching to Transport Position (Cont’d) TRANSPORT POSITION STORAGE POSITION Remove the chain (1) and rotate the PTO driveline up into the stored position . Reinstall the retaining pin (2) . NOTE: The electrical connector must stay attached for Remove the cylinder stop (1) from the storage position transporting on the highway with a tractor.
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Operating Instructions Switching to Transport Position (Cont’d) Auger Extension Removal (if needed) NOTE: Removing the auger extensions may not be necessary for transporting. Check local and state laws on width restrictions in your area for road travel. Remove the right cross auger extension (1) from the center auger (2) .
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Operating Instructions Switching to Transport Position (Cont’d) Remove left cross auger extension (1) from center auger (2) . Install the left cross auger guard and extension into the stored position . Grain Bag Unloader OM...
Maintenance General Maintenance SERVICE REQUIRED “Maintenance Safety” page before performing any service or maintenance on the grain bag unloader . HOURS SERVICE POINTS WARNING: Always shut down the tractor, remove the ignition key, set the park brake and remove the PTO shaft from the tractor before performing any inspections or maintenance.
Maintenance Fluids And Lubricants Lubrication CAUTION: Use proper safety procedures Grease Points when handling petroleum products including, but not limited to, the use of rubber gloves Use an SAE multipurpose high temperature grease with and eye protection. extreme-pressure (EP) rating . Also acceptable is an SAE multipurpose lithium based grease .
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Maintenance Lubrication (Cont’d) Grease Points (Cont’d) Location: Bag Roller Bearing (1), both ends. Every 8 hours of operation. Interval: Location: Front Chain Housing (1) (front and rear). Every 8 hours of operation. Interval: Location: Auger Hinge Hanger Bearing (1). Every 8 hours of operation. Interval: Location: Frame Drive Shaft Front Bearings (1).
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Maintenance Lubrication (Cont’d) Grease Points (Cont’d) Location: Lower Roller Pivot Points (1). Every 40 hours of operation. Interval: Location: Main Drive Shaft At Rear (1). Every 8 hours of operation. Interval: Location: Roller Pivot Points (1) - Located where the roller and the main frame pivots.
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Maintenance Lubrication (Cont’d) Grease Points (Cont’d) Location: Cross Auger Left End Bearing (1). Every 8 hours of operation. Interval: Location: Multiple Components - Located in the rear cross auger and chain drive housing in the Location: Cross Auger U-Joints (1). bottom compartment.
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Maintenance Lubrication (Cont’d) Grease Points (Cont’d) Location: Cross Auger Right End. • Right Auger Extension Chain Housing (1) . Every 40 hours of operation. Interval: • Inner/Outer Bearing (2) . Location: Cross Auger Driveline Inner U-Joint (1). Every 8 hours of operation. Interval: Every 8 hours of operation.
Maintenance Lubrication (Cont’d) Gearbox Lubrication WARNING: Do not lubricate parts while Chain Lubrication machine is running. Location: Cross Auger Extension Chain. Every 40 hours of operation. Interval: Checking Gear Lube Level of Lower Unit Gearbox Remove the oil level plug (1) . If gear lube flows from the hole, gear lube is at the safe operating level .
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Maintenance Lubrication (Cont’d) Checking Oil Level of Bag Roller Gearbox Gearbox Lubrication (Cont’d) 2 in. Checking Oil Level of 50° Gearbox Remove plug (1) and check oil level . The oil level should be approximately 2 inches below the plug opening . Location: Left End of Bag Roller.
Maintenance Roller Drive Chain Inspection And Roller Drive Chain Adjustment Adjustment WARNING: Never attempt to make any adjustments while the tractor engine is Roller Chain Inspection running or the key is in the “ON” position in the tractor. Before leaving the operator’s WARNING: Never attempt to make any position, disengage power to the machine and adjustments while the tractor engine is...
Maintenance Troubleshooting To assist with maintenance and repair, the following list of common problems and corrections is provided. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION PTO driveline vibration. PTO driveline loose or worn. Check the PTO driveline connections. Tighten or repair if necessary. PTO driveline u-joints dry.
Parts Identification GBU10 Cross Auger Components NOTE: Item 5, Cross Auger Bolt Kit, is shipped in the toolbox. Use part number N37789 to order a complete bolt kit (items 6-9). * For parts breakdown of item 2, see page 80 for 201807. and page 81 for 202182.
Parts Identification Main Drive Subassembly 10 9 21 20 22 3 * For parts breakdown of item 1 (N22193), see page 52. * For parts breakdown of item 2 (N22204), see page 53. QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N22193 GEARBOX, SUPERIOR 500 SERIES N22204 U-JOINT,1-3/8-6 SPLINE X1-1/2RB 4155...
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Parts Identification Main Drive Subassembly QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 4064 WASHER, FLAT 3/8" 4390 BOLT, 3/8" X 1-1/4" CARRIAGE 4068 WASHER, 1/2" SAE FLAT N25027 MOUNT, GBU MAIN DRV SHAFT BRG N25062 GREASEZERK, 90 DEG 1/8" NPT 4250 NUT, STANDARD 1/2 N30230 BEARING, 1-1/2"...
Parts Identification Main Drive Subassembly (Cont’d) * For parts breakdown of item 5 (N22400), see page 86. ** For parts breakdown of item 7, see pages 70, 72, 74,and 77. QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 4011 BOLT, 1/2" X 1" GRADE 5 4155 WASHER, LOCK 1/2"...
Parts Identification Main Drive Subassembly (Cont’d) QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 202592 GASKET, 3.00" X 14.63" X .25" N41124 WELDMENT, GBU10 SADDLE 4979 NUT, LOCK 3/8" SER FLG N41127 U-BOLT, 3/8-16 X 4 X 6-5/8 SQ N33029 AUGER, GBU10 TOP W/ADJ DEF N22785 PIN, GBU HINGE FIXED 4155...
Parts Identification Grain Bag Unloader Base 12,14,13 Detail F Detail F 12,13 10** Detail E Detail D Detail C ** Bolts (item 10 - N28436), are used when clamps are double-stacked. Detail E Detail D Detail B Detail C Detail A Detail A Detail B * For parts breakdown of...
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Parts Identification Grain Bag Unloader Base QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 200623 VALVE, 3 SPOOL 4051 NUT, LOCK 5/16" N28927 WASHER, FLAT 5/16 SAE 4203 BOLT, 5/6" X 1" GRADE 5 4241 BOLT, 5/6" X 1-1/2" GRADE 5 N19768 STOP, CYLINDER 9.5" SAFETY 4093 PIN, 3/8"...
Parts Identification Control Valve (200623) Motor Auger to Valve Port V2 Axle to Valve Port V2 Tank Pressure Axle to Valve Auger to Valve Port V1 Port V1 Motor QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 202570 VALVE, PORT RELIEF 50-90 BAR 202571 VALVE, PORT RELIEF 91-130 BAR 202572 CARTRIDGE, ADJUSTABLE FLOW...
Parts Identification Hydraulics, Motor Connections Motor connection Motor connection Detail A Detail A * For parts breakdown of item 5 (200623), see page 58. NOTE: Items 2, 3, and 4 are included in the complete hydraulic hose kit - 201842. QTY.
Parts Identification Hydraulics, Axle Cylinder Connections Axle connection, to Valve Port V2 on Check Valve (item 5) Axle connection, to Valve Port V1 on Port V2 Port V1 Check Valve (item 5) Port C1 Port C2 * For parts breakdown of item 1 (200623), see page 58.
Parts Identification Hydraulics, Auger Cylinder Connections Port C1 Port V1 Port C2 Port V2 Auger connection, to Valve Port V2 on Check Valve (item 6) Auger connection, to Valve Port V1 on Check Valve (item 6) * For parts breakdown of NOTE: Items 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, and 8 are included in the item 9 (200623), see page 58.
Parts Identification Hydraulics, Tractor and Diverter Connections 2 - Tank Tank 3- Pressure Detail A Pressure Detail A * For parts breakdown of NOTE: Items 1-3, 5-10 and 12-13 are included in the item 4 (200623), see page 58. complete hydraulic hose kit - 201842. Detail B Detail B Grain Bag Unloader OM...
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Parts Identification Hydraulics, Tractor and Diverter Connections QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 201857 ADAPTER, 10FJIC - 12MJIC 201856 VALVE, CHECK -10MOR -10MJIC 201405 ADAPTER, 12MJIC - 8MOR 200623 VALVE, 3 SPOOL N11825 COUPLER, 1/2" MALE PIONEER N24823 DECAL, TANK N24822 DECAL, PRESSURE N22719 HOSE, 1/2"...
Parts Identification Grain Bag Unloader Base (Cont’d) NOTE: Place these components in the toolbox: Item 15 (N37609) - Hitch conversion kit. Item 18 (201013) - PTO shear bolts and nuts. * For parts breakdown of item 9 (N153391), see page 66. Grain Bag Unloader OM...
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Parts Identification Grain Bag Unloader Base (Cont’d) QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N68848 SHIELD, GBL10CE PTO W/DECAL 4336 CLIP, HAIRPIN 1/8" X 2-1/4" N22553 PIN, GBU PTO SHIELD 4006 BOLT, 3/8" X 1-1/2" GRADE 5 4064 WASHER, FLAT 3/8" 4052 NUT, LOCK 3/8" N27990 BAR, GBL SWING AUG PTO HOLDER N27991...
Parts Identification Grain Bag Unloader Base (Cont’d) * For parts breakdown of item 4 (N23778), see page 68. QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 4054 NUT, LOCK 1/2" TOP 4467 BOLT, 1/2" x 3 1/4" GRADE 5 N25199 SPINDLE, GBL N23778 HUB, 6 BOLT 6" PAT W/STUDS QTY.
Parts Identification GBU Subshields Subassembly QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N30371 BOLT, 1/4" X 1" SER FLANGE 3183 WASHER, FLAT 1/4" N33675 NUT, RIVOT 1/4" FOR 12 GA MAT N41072 COVER, GBU10 LOWER UNIT 1 N22346 WASHER,1.38ID X 2.13OD X 14GA N22192 PIN, LINCH 3/16"...
Parts Identification GBU Bottom Auger Assembly Grain Bag Unloader OM...
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Parts Identification GBU Bottom Auger Assembly QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 4224 BOLT, 3/4" X 2-1/2" GR 5 201269 BRACKET, GBU10 LU PAN IDLER 2 4505 WASHER, 3/4" ID x 1-1/4" OD x 10 GA N22765 SPROCKET. IDLER 80B10 4479 WASHER, 2" OD X 3/4" ID X 1/4T 4287 WASHER, 3/4"...
Parts Identification GBU Bottom Auger Assembly (Cont’d) * For parts breakdown of item 5 (N29588), see page 73. QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N26751 BOLT, 5/8" X 4-1/2" GR 8 4069 WASHER, FLAT 5/8" N22673 POINT, GBU MAIN AUGER ALIGNMENT 4055 NUT, LOCK 5/8"...
Parts Identification GBU Bottom Auger Assembly (Cont’d) * For parts breakdown of item 1 (N153390), see page 76. ** For parts breakdown of item 3 (N22104), see page 75. QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N153390 DRIVELINE, 1-3/8 6 SPLINE 35E N18360 BOLT,1/2-13 X 1-1/4 SER FLG N22104 GEARBOX, SUPERIOR 50 DEG H130...
Parts Identification 9' Left Extension Kit (202182) NOTE: To order a complete left extension kit (items 1 and 2) use part number 202182. QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 202183 EXTENSION, GBU09 ED LU LEFT 2 202190 KIT, GBU9 LEFT EXT BRACE 202188 CAGE, GBU09 ED LU LEFT AUG 2 4054...
Parts Identification Auger Storage Assembly Detail A Detail A Detail B Detail B QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N29075 NUT, LOCK 1/2" SERRATED FLANGE N18360 BOLT,1/2-13 X 1-1/4 SER FLG 201707 BRACKET, GBU10 LEFT EXT SHPG 4013 BOLT, 1/2" X 1-1/2" GRADE 5 201837 BRACKET, GBU10 DRV EXT SHPG 201838...
Parts Identification GBU 16" Main Top Auger 7 8 9 QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N25036 AUGER, GBU 16" TOP 201709 TUBE, GBU10 TOP AUG 2 N30229 BEARING, 1 - 1/2" IN. 4-BOLT FLG DODGE 4479 WASHER, 2" OD x 3/4" ID x 1/4" TK 4985 NUT, LOCK 3/4"...
Parts Identification GBU10 Top Auger with Adjustable Deflector Grain Bag Unloader OM...
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Parts Identification GBU10 Top Auger with Adjustable Deflector QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 201598 PLATE, GBU SPOUT DIVERTER TOP N18360 BOLT,1/2-13 X 1-1/4 SER FLG N28442 SPACER, .532 ID X .75OD X .37 4068 WASHER, 1/2" SAE FLAT 4054 NUT, LOCK 1/2" TOP 4052 NUT, LOCK 3/8"...
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