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All information, illustrations, photos, and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice. PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
Chapter 9 Fuel Supply ..........................59 Guidelines for Connecting a Liquid Propane Supply Tank to a Dryer..........59 Liquid Propane Recommendations for Pressure Cooled Quiet Dryer ..........60 Guidelines for Connecting Natural Gas to a Dryer ................60 PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
Personnel operating or working around equipment must read this manual. This manual must be delivered with equipment to its owner. Failure to read this manual and its safety instructions is a misuse of the equipment. ST-0001–4 PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
This symbol is used to address practices not related to personal injury. This symbol indicates a general hazard. This symbol indicates a prohibited activity. This symbol indicates a mandatory action. ST-0005–2 PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
• Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction. • If you do not understand any part of this manual or need assistance, contact your dealer. • Retain these instructions for future reference. ST-0025–3 PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
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• Do not attach lifting equipment to ladders or platforms. • Do not go outside of the safety rails provided on elevated platforms. • Do not work at heights during high winds, rain, snow, or ice storms. ST-0056–1 PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
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(National Electrical Code for the US, Canadian Electric Code, or EN60204 along with applicable European Direc- tives for Europe). • Lock-out power source before making adjustments, cleaning, or maintaining equipment. • Make sure all equipment is properly grounded. ST-0027–4 PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
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• Do not remove or modify guards or covers. • Lock-out power source before making adjustments, cleaning, or maintaining equipment. • Failure to follow these precautions will result in serious injury or death. ST-0037–1 PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
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1. Shut down the entire dryer. 2. Turn off the fuel at the tank or supply valve. 3. Shut off and lock electrical power. 4. Evacuate the area. 5. Call the fire department. ST-0032–1 PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
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• Do not bypass any safety device or interlock. • Do not enter the dryer or bin while it is operating. • Do not operate in an area where combustible material will be drawn into the dryer. ST-0034–2 PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
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— Do not work alone. Work in teams of at least three so that help is immediately available in the event of an emergency. — Confirm that all personnel have safely exited the equip- ment and tools have been recovered once work is complete. ST-0055–1 PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
• At the rear of the dryer (for dryers equipped with the front discharge option) This decal appears: • On the inside of the rear plenum access door DC-1946 • On the outside of the rear plenum access door PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
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• On the door of the dryer’s upper control box This decal appears on the fan/heater access door DC-1949 This decal appears on the fan/heater access door DC-1959 This decal appears on each of the metering roll access doors DC-1950 PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
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All decals located on your grain dryer must remain legible and clearly visible at all times. To replace a damaged or missing decal, contact us to receive a free replacement. GSI Decals 1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL. 62510 Tel: 1–217–226–4421 PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
Below is a sign-off sheet that can be used to verify that all personnel have read and understood the safety instructions. This sign-off sheet is provided for your convenience and personal record keeping. Date Employee Name Supervisor Name ST-0007 PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
• After the first 50 miles (80 km) and every 200 miles (300 km) thereafter, examine the dryer wheel hub and the spindle temperature immediately after stopping. NOTE: Temperature must not exceed 150° F (65° C) or lubricant will melt. Figure 2-1 14-17 in. (35.6-43.2 cm) towing hitch height and safety chain PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
Minimum Bag Mix for Concrete Strength per Model Weight Consider the location of the gas and electrical service locations and how the pipe and the wire need to be positioned before pouring the concrete. PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
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Quantities are approximate and requirements might vary due to site elevations. Setup times do not include site preparations and the pouring of the concrete pad. Figure 2-3 Recommended locations for external equipment Grain discharge Fill-hopper Gas pipe Electrical service location area location PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
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Figure 2-5 Side and rear view of the portable dryer Turnbuckle Front fill option 8 in. X 8 in. X 16 in. (20.3 cm x 20.3 cm x 2 in. x 6 in. (5.8 cm x 15.2 cm) board 40.6 cm) concrete blocks PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
• Use shims to provide uniform, level support for all blocks. • The dryer should be 16 in. (40.6 cm) off the concrete pad to accommodate for clean-out and the use of auxiliary grain handling equipment. PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
Spacing between the front legs (C) can be 2 ft (0.61 m) or 4 ft (1.22 m), depending on the length of the dryer. The fan and heater (D) extend out from the plenum and is supported by the fan and heater supports (E). Figure 3-1 Leg spacing on a quiet portable dryers PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
Rear leg anchor plate (BLK-10057) 5/16 in. flange nut (S-3611) Refer to the Leg Stand Height Options, page Front leg anchor plate (BLK-10058) for leg stand (D01-XXXX). 5/16 x 3/4 in. flange bolt (S-6606) PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
Original bolts installed on dryer (1/2 in. - 13 X 1 3/4 in. YDP grade 8 HHTB bolt) S-6493 Original nuts installed on dryer (1/2 in. - 13 zinc grade 2 deformed lock nut) PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
1/2 in. -13 zinc lock nut S-3728 1/2 in. - 13 X 1 1/2 in. YDP grade 8 or 8.2 HHTB bolt D01–0007 Basket corner leg D01–xxxx For leg stand, refer to Leg Stand Height Options FC-42077 Shim plate PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
1/2 in. - 13 X 1 1/2 in. YDP grade 8 or 8.2 HHTB bolt S-2121 1/2 in. X 1 3/8 in. type A plated flat washer D01–xxxx For leg stand, refer to Leg Stand Height Options PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
2 ft. roll formed ladder assembly used for 16 in., 18 in. and 24 in. dryer heights 2FOOTRF 3 ft. roll formed ladder assembly used for 30 in. and 36 in. dryer heights 3FOOTRF 4 ft. roll formed ladder assembly used for 42 in. and 48 in. dryer heights 4FOOTRF PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
Figure 4-1 Installing the hitch ladder support bracket to the left side rail Hitch ladder support bracket (D01-2755) 1/2 x 1-1/4 in. flange bolt (S-9062) L.H. rail (D01-3409-BK) 1/2 in. flange nut (S-8506) Transition support (D01-3417-BK) PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
Figure 4-2 Installing the ladder to the hitch ladder support bracket Hitch ladder support bracket (D01-2755) Ladder Ladder standoff bracket (LDR-4314) Ladder standoff wedge (LDR-4198) 5/16 x 3/4 in. flange bolts (S-6606) 5/16 x 1 in. carriage bolt (S-3550) 5/16 in. flange nut (S-3611) PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
2. Secure the end cap (13) in place using a flange bolt (14) and flange nut (8). Figure 4-4 End cap assembly 5/16 in. flange nut (S-3611) 5/16 x 1 in. flange bolt (S-7470) Ladder end cap (LDR-5011) PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
1. To raise the load auger: • For dryers 8 ft. (2.44 m) use the handrails (1). Figure 6-1 Handrail location for dryers 8 ft. (2.44 m) in length Handrails for 8 ft. (2.44 m) dryer PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
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Figure 6-3 Angle brackets and housing channels Top auger housing channel Top angle bracket 4. Once the auger assembly is securely bolted, unbolt the lift kit legs and lower them back into their shipping position. PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
Figure 6-4 The end plate connectors of the dryer wet bin End plate connector Figure 6-5 Connections for the dryer wet bin sides Dryer wet bin side PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
4. Place the belt guard body onto the bolts, centering the cutout in the belt guard body over the drive shaft of the load motor. 5. Loosely secure with nuts. These bolts will be tightened after the belt is adjusted for clearance. Figure 6-6 Bolt locations for belt guard body PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
10.Adjust the clearance of the belt guard body so that there is no contact with moving parts and tighten the adjustment hardware. Figure 6-7 Load motor sheave and motor adjustment turnbuckle Motor adjustment turnbuckle Load motor sheave PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
(S-6497), six 5/16 x 3/4 in. flange bolts (S-6606) and six 5/16 in. flange nuts (S-3611). Figure 6-9 Hopper assembly and hopper installation location Hopper assembly (D01-0193) Hopper installation location on load auger assembly PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
Chapter 6: Installing the Wet Bin Dryer Wet Bin Parts List Refer to the below dryer wet bin parts list for easy identification of parts. Figure 6-10 Dryer wet bin parts PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
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Bolt, flange 5/16-18 x 3/4 in. clear grade 5 zinc S-6606 Nut, flange 5/16-18 in. YDP grade 2 S-3611 Bolt, HHCS 3/8-16 x 1 in. YDP grade 8 S-8671 Nut, stover 3/8-16 in. grade 2 zinc S-4663 PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
(3) and nuts (4). Figure 7-1 Installing the blower mount bracket to the dryer Blower mount bracket (D01-2958) 5/16 x 3/4 in. flange bolt (S-6606) Center flange 5/16 in. flange nut (S-3611) PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
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5. Install the conduit hangers (7) into existing bolt holes on the dryer using screws (8). Figure 7-3 Conduit hangers installation Conduit hangers (S-6643) 5/16 x 1 in. bolt (S-1196) #10 x 5/8 in. self-drilling screw (S-280) 5/16 in. hex nut (S-400) PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
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6. Install the pipe conduit (11) between the blower (5) and the unload (12) using a hose clamps (13) to fasten together each section. Guide the conduit through the conduit hangers (7). Figure 7-4 Hose installation Blower assembly (D04-1016) Unload Conduit hangers (S-6643) Hose clamp (AP-0583) Pipe conduit (D04-1023) PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
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The longer lengths can be created by twisting one end of hose into another and ensuring the couplers are not necessary to extend the hose. Also, D03-1199 (12-15 in. hose clamp) can be used to support the flex hose by securing it to the auger extension. PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
Screw, SDS #10-16 x 5/8 in. HWH ZN S-280 Filter, reusable rigid polyester air, 12 in. x 12 in. x 1 in. D03-1189 Clevis pin 5/16 x 1-3/4 in. long zinc D02-0028 Cotter pin, hairpin 0.93 in. wire diameter S-7375 PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
Coupler, outdoor bend and stay duct hose for 2 in. I.D., 2-1/4 in. O.D. D03-1192 Hose, flexible, 2 x 12 in. (Extended length) D01-2973 Hose clamp, SAE 36 - stainless steel 1-13/16 in. – 2-3/4 in. AP-0583 PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
What You Should Know The machine-to-earth grounding rod (3) that is located at the power pole does not provide adequate grounding for the dryer. The grounding rod that you install must be in accordance with local requirements. PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
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NOTE: Use a minimum grade of number six solid, bare, copper wire. The ground wire must not have any breaks or splices. Do not use insulated wire for grounding applications. Figure 8-1 Grounding rod installation Bare, copper ground wire Machine-to-earth grounding rod Clamp PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
• Connect a liquid propane flexible hose to the manifold on the dryer. • Open the liquid propane shutoff valves slowly to prevent accidental closing of the excess flow valves. PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
When initially installing the dryer, you must connect a fuel source before you can operate the dryer. Natu- ral gas (NG) is one possible fuel choice. • Operate the dryer on natural gas with a heat value of approximately 1000 BTU (880 kWper cubic foot). PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
• The sheave is excessively hot. To test, shut OFF power sources and lock out controls. Hold your finger in the sheave groove, it should be warm but not too hot to touch. If it is too hot, the belt tension should be loosened. PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
The specifications that follow list the detail information for each dryer model. You can reference these charts for items such as capacities, electrical loads, fan sizes, and auger dimensions. Table 11-1 Specifications for the GSI pressure cool quiet dryers Q214...
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Chapter 11: Dryer Specifications Table 11-2 Specifications for the GSI S & H Series pressure cool quiet dryers Q20(S/H) Q22(S/H) Q22(S/H) Q26(S/H) Model # Q14S Q18S Total Holding Capacity (Bushels) Grain Column Holding Capacity (Bushels) 49 in. 49 in. 54 in.
The dryer dimensions that follow help you determine the area that is needed for transporting and installing the dryer. Figure 11-1 Diagram of dryer dimensions Table 11-3 GSI pressure cooled quiet portable dryer transport and installation dimensions Installed Dryer Transport...
VFD, 1 HP VFD, 1 HP Meter Roll Drive Capacity - Maximum Rate (BPH) 1960 2240 2520 2800 3080 3080 Actual discharge rate is controlled by meter roll speed adjustment, at 5% to 85% of maximum rate. PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
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VFD, 1 HP VFD, 1 HP VFD, 1 HP VFD, 1 HP VFD, 1 HP Meter Roll Drive Capacity - Maximum Rate (BPH) 1960 2520 2800 3080 3080 Actual discharge rate is controlled by meter roll speed adjustment, at 5% to 85% of maximum rate. PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
14 ft 6 in. 6 ft 5 in. 8 ft 39 ft 10 in. 41 ft 10 in. (26ft) (7.92m) (409 cm) (244 cm) (442 cm) (196 cm) (244 cm) (1214 cm) (1275 cm) PNEG-2132 Pressure Cooled Quiet Portable Dryer...
12 months from the date of shipment (or, if shipped by vessel, 14 months from the date of arrival at the port of discharge). If, in GSI’s sole judgment, a product is found to have a defect in materials and/or workmanship, GSI will, at its own option and expense, repair or replace the product or refund the purchase price.
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