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OVERVIEW The purpose of this manual is to provide you with the basic information needed to operate and maintain the LPV Seed Treater. It does not hold USC, LLC liable for any accidents or injuries that may occur. The technical information provided in this document is based on extensive testing under controlled conditions at the USC research and development facility.
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If there is any damage or shortages, the purchaser must immediately notify USC, LLC. Ownership passes to purchaser when the unit leaves the USC, LLC. premises. The purchaser is responsible for unloading and mounting all components of the equipment.
LPV SEED TREATER Section Safety Instructions Every year accidents in the work place maim, kill and injure people. Although it may be impossible to prevent all accidents, with the right combination of training, operating practices, safety devices, and operator vigilance, the number of accidents can be significantly reduced.
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LPV SEED TREATER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indique une situation extrêmement dangereuse qui, si pas ! DANGER évitée, entraînera la mort ou des blessures graves. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
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LPV SEED TREATER Mandatory Lockout Power Symbol. Disconnect, lockout and tagout electrical and other energy sources before inspecting, cleaning or performing maintenance on this panel. Symbole de puissance verrouillage obligatoire. Débranchez, de verrouillage et de déconsignation énergie électrique et d'autres sources avant d'inspecter, de nettoyage ou de la maintenance de ce panneau.
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LPV SEED TREATER International Electrocution Hazard. This symbol indicates that an electrocution hazard exists. Serious injury or death could result from contacting high voltage. Danger d'électrocution international. Ce symbole indique qu'un danger d'électrocution existe. Des blessures graves ou la mort pourraient résulter de contact haute tension.
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LPV SEED TREATER LOCKOUT / TAGOUT PROCEDURES Lockout/Tagout is the placement of a lock/tag on an energy isolating device in accordance with an established procedure. When taking equipment out of service to perform maintenance or repair work, always follow the lockout / tagout procedures as outlined in ANSI Z344.1 and/or OSHA Standard 1910.147.
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LPV SEED TREATER CONTROLLED STOP This is the stopping of machine motion by reducing the electrical command signal to 0 (zero) once the stop signal has been recognized. ARRET CONTROLE Ce est l' arrêt du mouvement de la machine en réduisant le signal de commande électrique à...
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LPV SEED TREATER YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of your USC, LLC equipment . YOU must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to operate, maintain or work around the equipment be familiar with the operating and maintenance procedures and related SAFETY information contained in this manual.
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LPV SEED TREATER 4. Provide a fire extinguisher for use in case of an accident. Store in a highly visible place. 5. Do not allow children, spectators or bystanders within hazard area of machine. 6. Wear appropriate protective gear. This includes but is not limited ...
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LPV SEED TREATER PLACEMENT SAFETY 1. Move only with the appropriate equipment 2. Stay away from overhead power lines when moving equipment. Electrocution can occur without direct contact. 3. Be familiar with machine hazard area. If anyone enters hazard areas, shut down machine immediately.
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2. Replace safety labels that are missing or have become illegible. 3. Replaced parts that displayed a safety label should also display the current label. 4. Replacement safety labels are available. Contact USC at (785) 431-7900 . How to Install Safety Labels: ...
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Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY! REMEMBER—If Safety Labels have been damaged, removed, become illegible, or parts replaced without safety labels, new labels must be applied. New safety labels are available from USC at (785) 431-7900. Part # 09-02-0001 Part # 09-02-0003...
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LPV SEED TREATER Part # 09-02-0002 Part # 09-02-0001 Page 16...
USC equipment may operate within a Group II, Division 2, Class G hazardous area which contains seed dust. If so, the equipment must be certified for use in this area.
également dans la zone dangereuse où se trouve le système USC. Si oui, nous recommandons que le pouvoir soit câblé dans la source. Ne pas utiliser une prise électrique standard à cet effet. Pour les autres méthodes acceptables de se connecter à...
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LPV SEED TREATER LPV AUTOMATED TREATER SET - UP The LPV Treater CAN NOT be lifted using the forklift pockets and or transported without all four of the shipping brackets re-installed. Failure to do so may cause damage to the tilting frame. Le LPV Traiteur NE PEUT PAS être soulevée à...
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LPV SEED TREATER LPV AUTOMATED TREATER SET - UP STEP 3: Lower the drum slowly until the drum frame is resting on the dead stop pins on both sides of the treater frame. STEP 4: Insert a clevis pin (06-09-0058) attaching the bottom of the actuator to the bracket on the treater frame cross member.
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LPV SEED TREATER LPV AUTOMATED TREATER SET - UP STEP 6: Insert a cotter pin (06-09-0087) in the clevis pins at both ends of the actuator. Then, attach the yellow cable to the motor connector After the actuator is installed it should move freely by hand. NOTICE If something is binding, damage to the actuator or the mounting brackets could occur.
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LPV SEED TREATER LPV AUTOMATED TREATER SET - UP 6. Anchor the seed treater in position to prevent the machine from moving during operation. 7. Inspect machine thoroughly for screws, bolts, fittings, etc. which may have come loose during shipping. 8.
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LPV SEED TREATER MAIN CONTROL PANEL TREATER CONTROL PANEL 15. Connect the PJ2101 connector to the 4 pin connector on the Seed Wheel. This connection only exists on LPV Treaters with a seed wheel. 16. Connect the cable from the drum motor to PJ2006 on the treater control panel. 17.
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LPV SEED TREATER SEED WHEEL I / O CONTROL PANEL 18. Connect the cable from PJ1702 to the drum leveling sensor mounted next to the drum motor. 19. Connect the cable from PJ1610 to the drum tilt actuator mounted on the lower frame cross member.
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LPV SEED TREATER SMW HOPPER PROXIMITEY SENSOR DRUM LEVELING SENSOR LOSS-IN-WEIGHT I / O CONTROL PANEL 23. Connect the cable from proximity sensor mounted in the hopper cone to PJ1306. 24. Connect the three pin power cable from the Dyadic Actuator to PJ1903. 25.
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LPV SEED TREATER LIW CONE PROXIMITEY SENSOR 26. There is a USB port located on the bottom of the panel that can be used to download reports to a compact flash device. The flash device must be in FAT 32 format. USB Port 27.
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This will power the USC LPV seed treater and any attached conveyors.
LPV SEED TREATER SEED WHEEL The hopper is equipped with three proximity switches. The top switch controls the inlet conveyor and the lower switches, located in the seed wheel, control the pump(s). Refer to H-O-A Screen in section D. See the Proximity Switch Adjustment Guide in Section F for more in-depth information on these switches.
LPV SEED TREATER SEED WHEEL ATOMIZER CHAMBER OVERVIEW The atomizer chamber consists of a patented design which disperses treatment evenly to each seed. A motor drives the atomizer head at approximately 1725 RPM’s. As treatment is being pumped into the atomizer chamber, it drops into the atomizer head. The centrifugal force of the spinning head forces the treatment to be sprayed out through a screen covering in all 360 degrees.
LPV SEED TREATER LOSS-IN-WEIGHT ATOMIZER CHAMBER OVERVIEW The atomizer chamber operates the same way with the Loss In Weight version. The difference is the way that the seed flow is regulated. The adjustable gate on the Loss In Weight version is automatically controlled by an actuator that is constantly adjusting the seed flow gate.
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LPV SEED TREATER The Illustration below shows how seed passes through the atomizing chamber. The red represents treatment being dispensed to the seed as it passes through the chamber. After the seed passes through the atomizer, it goes into the drum where the coating process is completed.
LPV SEED TREATER ROTATING DRUM The rotating drum is 8 feet long and accepts treated seed through the opening on the hopper end. As seed passes through the length of the drum it is tumbled, producing accurate and uniform seed coating. The seed then exits the seed treater out the discharge end of the machine.
(see page 17), all 110VAC connections must be hard wired to a listed type 4 rated enclosure. USC recommends the use of a surge protection device with a NOTICE minimum rating of 400 Joules for all automated main control panels.
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LPV SEED TREATER General Panel Descriptions: The Automated Main Control Panel is a plug connected enclosure that contains the PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) as well as the HMI (Human Machine Interface) touch screen. The operator is able to control the entire system through the HMI.
LPV SEED TREATER Section Calibration DETERMINING SEED CUP WEIGHT The following is a list of steps to use when calibrating the seed wheel. A seed calibration cup, funnel, stand, and scale are used to calibrate the seed wheel. 1. Set the empty seed calibration cup on the scale and zero out the weight of the cup.
LPV SEED TREATER DETERMINING SEED CUP WEIGHT Figure 1 Figure 3 Figure 2 ADJUSTING THE LPV TREATER MANUAL SEED FLOW GATE The following pictures illustrate how to open, close, and adjust the opening of the seed flow gate. When the black lever is pulled down, the seed gate is in the CLOSED position, and will not allow seed to flow through.
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LPV SEED TREATER ADJUSTING THE LPV TREATER MANUAL SEED FLOW GATE When the black lever is pushed up, the seed gate is in the OPEN position, and seed will flow through. Regulate the amount of seed flowing through the seed treater by using the spring-loaded coupler and moving it to a different notch.
LPV SEED TREATER Section Troubleshooting Below is a table describing the most frequent mechanical problems and solutions with the USC LPV Seed Treater. For further assistance, contact USC at (785) 431-7900. Problem Possible Cause Solution Inlet Conveyor will not turn on.
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LPV SEED TREATER Problem Possible Cause Solution Pump will not turn off in AUTO 1. Proximity switch is dirty. Clean proximity switch. when seed runs out. 2. Proximity switch is set too 2. Adjust the pump proximity sensitive. switch sensitivity by turning adjustment screw counter- clockwise (page 42).
LPV SEED TREATER PROXIMITY SWITCH ADJUSTMENT GUIDE The proximity switches mounted in the extension ring and the seed wheel detect when seed is present. The proximity switch located in the extension ring is used to automatically shut off the inlet conveyor when the surge hopper is full. This proximity switch is not present on tower systems.
La mauvaise performance ou un danger peut survenir. Do not use compressed air or water under pressure to clean any of the components of the USC equipment. Ne pas utiliser d'air comprimé ou de l'eau sous pression pour ! DANGER nettoyer l'un des composants de l'équipement USC.
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Record the cleaning on the company required documents. If operating in a CSA 22.1, Class II, Division 2, Group G hazardous area, USC recommends this step be performed on a daily basis.
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LPV SEED TREATER ATOMIZER To access the inside of the atomizer housing, disconnect the motor power cable from the atomizer motor, push up on the quick release handle and slide out the atomizer. After completing maintenance, slide the atomizer back into the operating position, pull down quick release handle to lock it in place and reconnect the motor power cord.
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Record the cleaning on the company required documents. If operating in a CSA 22.1, Class II, Division 2, Group G hazardous area, USC recommends this step be performed on a daily basis.
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Record the cleaning on the company required documents. If operating in a CSA 22.1, Class II, Division 2, Group G hazardous area, USC recommends this step be performed on a daily basis.
LPV SEED TREATER Section Storage When storing the LPV Seed Treater for long periods of time, the following procedure must be followed to reduce the chance of rust, corrosion and fatigue of the treater. You can also use these steps when storing the machine for the winter. A dust mask and protective rubber gloves shall be used when cleaning the machine.
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LPV SEED TREATER ATOMIZER CHAMBER 1. Remove and clean the atomizer housing. 2. Remove the atomizer head and stainless steel plumbing. The atomizer head may be disassembled (right), for easier cleaning. It is threaded together and can simply be unscrewed. 3.
LPV SEED TREATER Section Mechanical Drawings The following pages show the parts of the LPV Seed Treater. Please have the part number ready when ordering parts. DISCHARGE CHUTE ASSEMBLY(18-01-0072) Item # Part # Description 05-10-3400 PLT DSCHG TRTR 05-10-3886 SKIRT DSCHG TRTR LPV2000 06-01-0171 BOLT CRG .3125-18X.750 ZP SHORT NECK 06-03-0002...
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LPV SEED TREATER END CHUTE DOOR ASSEMBLY (05-07-0198) Item # Part # Description 05-10-3919 PLT DSCHG CHUTE DOOR GALV W LOGO 06-01-0006 BOLT, .250-20 X .75 UNC ZP GRADE 5 06-02-0033 NUT 6-32 K-LOCK ZP 06-03-0001 NUT,LOCK, .250-20 ZP G5 NYLON INSERT 06-06-0032 SCRW MACH 6-32 X .500 PHLP RDHD ZP 06-09-0028...
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LPV SEED TREATER END CHUTE ASSEMBLY (18-01-0270) Item # Part # Description ASSY END CHUTE DOOR GALV 05-07-0198 09-01-0042 ATWL LBL USC, LLC 3" X 15" PRO-CUT 18-01-0268 WDMT END CHUTE Page 53...
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LPV SEED TREATER 8 FT BASE FRAME ASSEMBLY (18-01-0250) Page 57...
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LPV SEED TREATER 8 FT BASE FRAME ASSEMBLY (18-01-0250) Page 58...
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LPV SEED TREATER 8 FT BASE FRAME ASSEMBLY (18-01-0250) Item # Part # Description 01-01-0167 GBOX IL 182-4TC 16.6:1 GR B1 FT MNT 01-02-0093 SPROCKET # 50 14T 1.00 IN BORE TYPE B 01-02-0095 SPKT 17T 50P .500 ID IDLER 01-02-0117 SPROCKET # 50 14T 1.25 IN BORE TYPE B 01-03-0036...
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LPV SEED TREATER DRUM GUARDS ASSEMBLY (18-01-0313) SIDE GUARDS ARE ADDED IN TOP ASSEMBLY Page 60...
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THIS MATERIAL IS THE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY PROPERTY OF 05-06-0105 FRNT SHD, CHAIN GRD GALV USC, LLC. AND SHALL NOT BE USED WITHOUT PERMISSION. USC, LLC. AND SHALL NOT BE USED WITHOUT PERMISSION. U S C , U S C , 06-01-0003 BOLT, .250-20 X .750 UNC 18-8 SS...
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LPV SEED TREATER DRUM ACTUATOR KIT ASSEMBLY (03-17-0111) Item # Part # Description 03-17-0104 ACTR 8” STRK 24VDC MDC10-24-40-203-3 06-05-0005 WSHR FLAT .500 ZP 06-09-0058 WSHR FLAT .500 ZP 06-09-0087 PIN CLVS .500 X 2.75 PLN The following parts are in the motor kit but do not NOTICE appear in the drawing view Item #...
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LPV SEED TREATER ATOMIZER HEAD ASSEMBLY (04-02-0004) Item # Part # Description 05-11-0014 PLT ATMZR CAP 05-11-0015 ATOMIZER SPACER 05-11-0016 DRIVE SPUD, BOTTOM 06-06-0003 SET SCRW, CP,.375-16 18-8 SS .50 13-05-0032 PERFORATED SCREEN,STD. Page 66...
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06-01-0116 SECTION B-B THIS MATERIAL IS THE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETA THIS MATERIAL IS THE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETA SECTION C-C USC, LLC. AND SHALL NOT BE USED WITHOUT P USC, LLC. AND SHALL NOT BE USED WITHOUT P NAME NAME DATE...
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LPV SEED TREATER STANDARD ADJUSTABLE CHAMBER ASSEMBLY (18-01-0062) DETAIL D SECTION E-E SECTION F-F Page 72...
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LPV SEED TREATER STANDARD ADJUSTABLE CHAMBER ASSEMBLY (18-01-0062) Item # Part # Description 05-03-0336 WDMT,CHAMBER SUPPORT BRK SS 05-04-0012 WDMT FLOW SLV ROD END TUBE 05-10-2062 BAR ECNTRC CONNECTING CS 05-11-0029 CPLG QCK CONNECT MACH 05-11-0030 BRKT FLOW CNTL CLEVIS 05-11-0034 ROD FLOW STOP ADJ 06-01-0016...
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FRACTIONS: +/- 1/8" TITLE: ASSY ADJ CHMBR LIW SO ATMZR 2000 CS PROPRIETARY PROPERTY OF DECIMALS: X.XX +/- .06", X.XXX +/-.031 USC, LLC. AND SHALL NOT BE tha, Kansas 66534 USA 01-04-0093 SPG EXT .50OD .055 WIRE 5.0IN LG DWG#: 18- USED WITHOUT PERMISSION.
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LPV SEED TREATER LOSS-IN-WEIGHT ADJUSTABLE CHAMBER ASSEMBLY (18-01-0283) Item # Part # Description 05-11-0394 BRKT FLOW CNTL CLVS 10 MM 06-01-0006 BOLT .250-20 X .750 ZP GR5 06-01-0007 BOLT, .250-20 X 1 UNC ZP GRADE 5 06-01-0016 BOLT .375-16 X 1.00 ZP GR5 06-01-0053 BOLT .375-16 X 1.25 ZP GR5 06-01-0057...
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LPV SEED TREATER PRO BOX WITH SCALE ASSEMBLY 18-01-0319 LEVELING PADS TO TAKE THE WEIGHT OFF THE LOADCELLS FOR SHIPPING Page 76...
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LPV SEED TREATER LPV TREATER WITH LOSS-IN-WEIGHT TOP ASSEMBLY Page 78...
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LPV SEED TREATER LPV TREATER WITH LOSS-IN-WEIGHT TOP ASSEMBLY Item # Part # Description SEE TABLE 1 ATOMIZER MOTOR SEE TABLE 2 DRUM MOTOR 03-10-0147 SENS PROX 24VDC AB QC 875CPN8NP18P3 03-12-0379 LPV LIW I/O Panel 06-01-0016 BOLT .375-16 X 1.00 ZP GR5 06-01-0124 BOLT FLG .375-16 X .750 ZP GR5 06-03-0014...
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LPV SEED TREATER LPV TREATER WITH SMW TOP ASSEMBLY Item # Part # Description ATOMIZER MOTOR SEE TABLE 1 SEE TABLE 2 DRUM MOTOR 03-10-0147 SENS PROX 24VDC AB QC 875CPN8NP18P3 SEE TABLE 3 LPV SMW I/O Panel 06-01-0016 BOLT .375-16 X 1.00 ZP GR5 06-01-0124 BOLT FLG .375-16 X .750 ZP GR5 06-01-0189...
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9-1-15 THIS MATERIAL IS THE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY PROPER THIS MATERIAL IS THE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY PROPER USC, LLC. AND SHALL NOT BE USED WITHOUT PERMISSION. USC, LLC. AND SHALL NOT BE USED WITHOUT PERMISSION. U S C , U S C ,...
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THIS MATERIAL IS THE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY PROPERTY OF THIS MATERIAL IS THE CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY PROPERTY OF USC, LLC. AND SHALL NOT BE USED WITHOUT PERMISSION. USC, LLC. AND SHALL NOT BE USED WITHOUT PERMISSION. U S C ,...
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LPV SEED TREATER Seed Wheel Scale Kit (13-04-0058) THIS MATERIAL IS THE CONFIDENTIAL A THIS MATERIAL IS THE CONFIDENTIAL A USC, LLC. USC, LLC. AND SHALL NOT BE US AND SHALL NOT BE US NAME NAME DATE DATE Material DRAWN...
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LPV SEED TREATER DRUM & ATOMIZER 3HP MOTOR KIT (03-20-0101) Item # Part # 01-01-0105 01-01-0166 06-01-0016 06-04-0003 Item # Part # Description 01-01-0105 MTR .33HP 1725RPM 56C 3PH TENV 01-01-0166 MTR 3HP 1740RPM 182TC TEFC 3PH 06-01-0016 BOLT .375-16 X 1.00 ZP GR5 06-04-0003 WSHR LOCK SPLT .375 ZP The following parts are in the motor kit but do not...
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LPV SEED TREATER OPTIONAL REMOTE HMI PANEL ASSEMBLY (03-12-0340) There is an optional remote LPV Automated Treater Control Panel. It allows the operator to run the treater from up to 25 feet away. If it is ordered with the treater, it will come with the HMI operation screen already installed.
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OTATION CAN BE ADJUSTED. LPV SEED TREATER ADJUSTABLE STAND - MAIN CONTROL PANEL ASSEEMBLY (05-03-1471) Item # Part # Description 05-03-1479 WDMT PNL ADJ 05-03-1545 WDMT PANEL STAND ISOMETRIC VIEW 06-01-0153 BOLT CRG .375-16X.750 ZP SHORT NECK EXPLODED 06-01-0287 BOLT U .375-16 X 2.50 X 3.125 ZP 06-03-0014 NUT LOCK FLG .375-16 ZP GR5 06-10-0056...
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LPV SEED TREATER MAIN CONTROL PANEL ASSEEMBLY (13-12-0118) Item # Part # Description 03-12-0366 MAIN CONTROL PANEL U-TREAT 05-03-1471 ASSY PNL FRM 4PUMP SAP 06-01-0124 BOLT, FLG .375-16 UNC ZP GRADE 5; 3/4" LG 06-01-0220 BOLT .375-16 X 3.75 CONCRETE ZP 06-03-0033 NUT LOCK FLG .375-16 GR8 Page 100...
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LPV SEED TREATER C2D2 COMPLIANT MAIN CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY (13-12-0119) Item # Part # Description 03-12-0367 MAIN CONTROL PANEL U-TREAT 05-03-1471 ASSY PNL FRM 4PUMP SAP 06-01-0124 BOLT, FLG .375-16 UNC ZP GRADE 5; 3/4" LG 06-01-0220 BOLT .375-16 X 3.75 CONCRETE ZP 06-03-0033 NUT LOCK FLG .375-16 GR8 Page 101...
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LPV SEED TREATER ADJUSTABLE STAND - MAIN CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY (05-03-1658) Item # Part # Description 05-03-1479 WDMT PNL ADJ 05-03-1545 WDMT PANEL STAND 06-01-0153 BOLT CRG .375-16X.750 ZP SHORT NECK 06-01-0287 BOLT U .375-16 X 2.50 X 3.125 ZP 06-03-0014 NUT LOCK FLG .375-16 ZP GR5 06-10-0056...
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LPV SEED TREATER MAIN CONTROL PANEL WITH 4 PUMP CONTROLLER ASSEMBLY (13-12-0144) Item # Part # Description 03-12-0517 MAIN CONTROL PANEL WITH 4PC 120V 05-03-1658 ASSY PNL FRM 4PUMP SAP 06-01-0124 BOLT FLG .375-16 X .750 ZP GR5 06-01-0220 BOLT 3/8-16 CONC ANCHOR ZP 3.75 06-03-0014 NUT LOCK FLG .375-16 ZP GR5 Page 103...
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LPV SEED TREATER TREATER CONTROL PANEL ASSEEMBLY (13-12-0126) Item # Part # Description 05-03-0580 BIN SITE MAIN CNTL PNL STAND 06-01-0124 BOLT FLG .375-16 X .750 ZP GR5 06-01-0220 BOLT 3/8-16 CONC ANCHOR ZP 3.75 06-03-0014 NUT LOCK FLG .375-16 ZP GR5 SEE TABLE 1 PANEL CONTROL LPV TREATER Page 104...
Section USC Limited Warranty USC, LLC, (Manufacturer) warrants its seed treating equipment as follows: 1. Limited Warranty: Manufacturer warrants that the Products sold hereunder will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 18 months from date of shipment.
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