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- Page 1 ® LIBERTY Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) January 2014 MF2426B...
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Page 2: Chore-Time Warranty
Warranty period (“Extended Warranty Period”) with respect to certain Product parts (“Component Part”) as set forth in the table below. If such a defect is determined by Chore-Time to exist within the applicable period, Chore-Time will, at its option, (a) repair the Product or Component Part free of charge, F.O.B. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Chore-Time Warranty ........ - Page 4 Silver Control: Part No. 52347 & Green Control: Part No. 52348....... .54 LIBERTY Feeding System End Control with Electronic Sensor Switch Silver Control: Part No.
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Page 5: About This Manual
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) About this Manual About this Manual The intent of this manual is to help you in two ways. One is to follow step-by-step in the order of assembly of your product. The other way is for easy reference if you have questions in a particular area. Important: Read ALL instructions carefully before starting construction. -
Page 6: Follow Safety Instructions
General Information Support Information ® The Chore-Time LIBERTY Feeding System is designed to feed poultry feed types. Using this equipment for any other purpose or in a way not within the operating recommendations specified in this manual will void the warranty and may cause personal injury. -
Page 7: Manufacturer's Recommendations: Birds Per Pan
* NOTICE: The above Manufacturer’s recommendations do not constitute a product warranty and are in no way to be considered as a guarantee of performance for poultry production. In addition, the above information in no way alters or revises the terms and conditions of any applicable Chore-Time manufacturer’s warranty. MF2426B... -
Page 8: Planning The Floor Feeding System
Planning the Floor Feeding System LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Planning the Floor Feeding System 1.Select the House Layout. A.Optional Mid Line Controls may be used for partial house brooding. See Figure 1. 10' [3 m] 10' [3 m] Minimum Minimum Brood Curtain... -
Page 9: General Installation Information
17 lbs [7.7 kg] per minute. This rating is based on feed with a density of 40 lbs per cubic foot [640 kg per cubic meter]. Single phase 60 Hz and single and three phase 50 Hz Power Units are available for the Liberty Feeding System Feeder. -
Page 10: Installing The Suspension System
Installing the Suspension System LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) B. For systems over 350' [107 m] Full Line Suspension Kit Suspension Kit Swivel Pulley 8' (2.4 m) 3' (90 cm) Maximum Maximum 3.5" (8.9 cm) Distance of Travel Maximum Pulley + 2' (61 cm) -
Page 11: Installing The Main Winch Cable
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Installing the Suspension System 3.Attach the Power Lift Winch Support (with the Power Winch secured) to the ceiling at the center of the feeder line. See Figure 7. The Power Lift Winch Support must be parallel to the feeder line and must span at least 3 rafters in a wood frame house and 2 rafters in a steel frame house. -
Page 12: Screw Hook Installation
Figure 11.Power Winch Drum Rotation Screw Hook Installation The recommended distance between the drops 3/16" [5 mm] for the Liberty Feeding System is 8’ [2.4 m] on 3/32" [2 mm] Main Winch Cable center. Do not exceed 10’ [3 m] spacing on drop Drop Cable lines. -
Page 13: Ceiling Hook Installation
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Installing the Suspension System Ceiling Hook Installation The ceiling hook may be used in a variety of installations. Depending on your ceiling or rafter type, install the Ceiling Hooks as shown in Figure 14 - 17. Cable Travel Secure Ceiling Hook to truss using self-drilling screws... -
Page 14: Drop Installation
Installing the Suspension System LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) 6.After securing the Ceiling Hook to the truss, slide the hook of a Swivel Pulley into the slot, as Wood Truss Ceiling Bracket shown in Figure 17. 1/4" Lag Screw Swivel Pulley 3/32"... -
Page 15: Assemble The Feed Cone And Center Support
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Installing the Suspension System Assemble the Feed Cone and Center Support Slide the feed cone down over the top of the support cone. be sure to align the guides on the support cone. Pass the cords up the channel on the support cone. -
Page 16: Feeder Line Assembly And Suspension
Feeder Line Assembly and Suspension LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) 5.Holding the grill at 90 degree to the pan. Align the pan pivots then snap the lock in place see Figure 23. make sure the pan hinges are locked in place. -
Page 17: Assemble And Suspend The Feeder Line
Mid Line Control pan needs to be a Control Tube Figure 26.Assembling Feeders on the Tubes 3. To achieve total feed drop out all along the system, the Chore-Time Logo should be centered at the crown of the tubes and all the Hangers should be installed as shown in Figure 27. - Page 18 Feeder Line Assembly and Suspension LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Continue down the entire length of the feeder line so that every joint is secured with a standard Clamp or Clamp/Anti-Roost Bracket. Figure 29 shows the proper 1/4" [6 mm] clamp location on the tube joint.
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Page 19: Installing The End Control, Boot Assembly, And Auger
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Feeder Line Assembly and Suspension Installing the End Control, Boot Assembly, and Auger The End Control Unit must be at least 10 feet [3 m] from the end of the building to allow birds access around the end of the feeder line. - Page 20 Feeder Line Assembly and Suspension LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Cut the leading 18" [450 mm] and last 18" [450 mm] off each roll of auger. Also, cut out any other distorted auger sections and reconnect the auger as specified in the Auger Brazing section of this manual. CAUTION KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM PINCH POINTS WHEN INSTALLING...
- Page 21 LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Feeder Line Assembly and Suspension 7.Slide the Drive Tube and flat washer over the output shaft on the Power Unit, as shown in Figure 35. 8.Continue installing auger until the auger reaches the Control Unit end of the Control Unit not feeder line.
- Page 22 Feeder Line Assembly and Suspension LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) 11.Install the Metal Water Tight Connector in the Feed Line Motor (single phase applications only). Cut the Flexible Conduit to length. Slide the wires from the end control through the Flexible Conduit.
- Page 23 LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Feeder Line Assembly and Suspension Use a hacksaw or bolt cutters to cut the auger at the stretched auger mark. Locking Pliers Use a hacksaw or bolt cutters to cut the auger Boot under Feed Hopper Pull an extra 8"...
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Page 24: Auger Brazing
Feeder Line Assembly and Suspension LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Auger Brazing The auger should be brazed if it is necessary to splice or lengthen it. A bronze, flux coated rod is recommended. The ends of the auger should butt against each other, DO NOT THREAD INSIDE EACH OTHER. See Figure 41 The joint should be well filled with no sharp edges or rough corners to wear against the tube. -
Page 25: Actuator Installation
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Feeder Line Assembly and Suspension Actuator Installation Attach the Actuator in the Middle of the system ( Figure 42) It may be necessary to remove a Pan to install the Actuator. Use a Tube Closure (9126) and Band Clamp (3527) to cover the outlet hole where Pans are removed. Mount the winch using the Lower Clamp Half (48487) and 1/4-20 x 2.5"... -
Page 26: Actuator Springs (9'-4 Hole Tubes)
Feeder Line Assembly and Suspension LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Actuator Springs (9’-4 hole Tubes) If using shorter Tube lengths (9’ 4 hole system) there are two options for Spring mounting. Option 1: Make up a short Cable Assembly to go from the Tube Clamp through the first Support Cone. Option 2: Remove the Pan at the end of the system and cover the outlet hole with a Tube Closure and Band Clamp. - Page 27 LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Feeder Line Assembly and Suspension 3.Rotate the Actuator to the "A" position. Figure 48.Actuator Position 4.Install the Center Clamp in the Actuator Center Clamp Figure 49.Actuator Center Clamp 5.Actuate the Cable to Stretch the Actuator Spring Stretch = 1"...
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Page 28: Attaching Feeder Lift Cords To The Actuator Cable
Feeder Line Assembly and Suspension LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Attaching Feeder Lift Cords to the Actuator Cable With both ends of the Cable securely anchored and Spring stretch set, run the Actuator up and down 2 to 3 times. Return the actuator to A position. -
Page 29: Anti-Roost Installation
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Feeder Line Assembly and Suspension Using the Feed Line actuator, raise the Feed Cone to the E position. The Actuator will stop at the end of the gear. return the Cones to the A position. Actuator will stop at the end of the gear. Check the position of the Feed Cone. (Cone should be setting on the stop tabs) See Figure 52. - Page 30 Feeder Line Assembly and Suspension LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) 4.Attach a spring in the center groove at the second anti-roost bracket and cut the cable at this point. See Figure 56. 5.Thread the ends of the cable through the end of the spring. Pull the cable tight so that there is 3/4" to 1" (20 to 25 mm) of stretch in the spring.
- Page 31 LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Feeder Line Assembly and Suspension 12.Install the Poultry Trainer or Line Charger, as shown in Figure 58 or Figure 59. The Poultry Trainer is used to power all Anti-Roost lines in a house. See Figure The Line Charger is used to power Anti-Roost individual Anti-Roost lines in a house.
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Page 32: Midline Control
Feeder Line Assembly and Suspension LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) MIDLINE Control Midline Control Units are available for the LIBERTY Feeding System Feeder. The Midline Controls are shown in Figure 60. LIBERTY midline control LIBERTY midline control with proximity switch with mechanical switch Figure 60.Midline Control Units (Side Views) -
Page 33: Midline Control With Mechanical Switch Installation
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Feeder Line Assembly and Suspension If a Control Tube with enlarged holes is not used, enlarge the outlet hole for the Midline, (2) outlet holes in front of Midline Control. See Figure 62 for recommended size and placement. Use hacksaw and tin snips to enlarge hole size. Be sure there are no burrs inside the tube to catch the auger. -
Page 34: Midline Control With (Es) Switch Installation
Feeder Line Assembly and Suspension LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Midline Control with (ES) Switch Installation 1.Assemble the Mid-Line Control to the Feeder Tube, as shown in Figure 64. 2.Attach the Switch Box Assembly to the Feeder Tube with Hose Clamps as shown in Figure 64. -
Page 35: Liberty Feeder Management And Operation
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) LIBERTY Feeder Management and Operation LIBERTY Feeder Management and Operation This section provides you with valuable information concerning feeder operation and management. It is important that you read this information and understand how the feeding system was designed to operate. Once you become familiar with the system, you may custom operate it to fit your individual needs. -
Page 36: General Operation Of The Liberty Feeder
Do not operate the feeding system on automatic (full demand feed) when the feed windows are open (cones raised). Chore-Time recommends having the feed windows full open for up to the first 14 days for broilers and up to 21 days for turkeys. The feeders will need to be operated at least 2 times a day for the first 5 days, and thereafter, 3 times a day or more as needed, while the windows are open. -
Page 37: End Control And Mid Line Control Pans
Experience with the feeding system will determine how the time clock control is used. The LIBERTY Feeding System may be controlled by the #34385 Control Panel or the #34574 Time Clock Control. Refer to the instructions supplied with each control for information. -
Page 38: Maintenance
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Maintenance Floor Feeding System Maintenance The LIBERTY Feeding System Feeders require minimum maintenance. However, a routine periodic inspection of the equipment will prevent unnecessary problems. Maintenance should be done by a qualified technician. -
Page 39: Mechanical Switch Adjustment Procedure
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Maintenance Mechanical Switch Adjustment Procedure Refer to Figure 66. 1.Turn the adjustment nut counter-clock- wise until the switch clicks. 2.Turn the adjustment nut clockwise until the switch clicks. 3.Turn the adjustment nut counter- clockwise 3/4 turn. -
Page 40: Feeder Line Maintenance
Maintenance LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Feeder Line Maintenance Keep anti-roost cables tightly stretched. This increases the effectiveness of the electro-guard anti-roost system and keep the pans from being tilted when birds push against them. Remove all feed from the feeder when there are no birds in the house and when the building is washed and disinfected. -
Page 41: Trouble Shooting The Floor Feeding System
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Trouble Shooting the Floor Feeding System Trouble Shooting the Floor Feeding System ALWAYS DISCONNECT POWER TO THE SYSTEM WHEN SERVICING OR MAINTAINING THE EQUIPMENT. FAILURE TO DISCONNECT POWER MAY CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH. Service and maintenance work should be done by a qualified technician only. -
Page 42: Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagrams LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Wiring Diagrams End Control With Electronic Sensor Wiring End Control with Electronic Sensor 2426-004 10/13 2425-003 10/13 Electronic Sensor Control Wiring Mid Control with Electronic Sensor Wiring 2426-005 10/13 2344-16 03/09 MF2426B... -
Page 43: Mechanical Switch Single Phase Wiring Diagram
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Wiring Diagrams Mechanical Switch Single Phase Wiring Diagram FROM DISCONNECT OR FEEDER LINE MOTOR CONTROL DISCONNECT 220/230 VOLTS 50/60 HZ SINGLE PHASE WIRING DIAGRAM 220/230 VOLTS 50/60 HZ SINGLE PHASE MID LINE END CONTROL UNIT CONTROL UNIT TOGGLE SWITCH... -
Page 44: Mechanical Switch Three Phase Wiring Diagram: 220 V
Wiring Diagrams LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Mechanical Switch Three Phase Wiring Diagram: 220 V. FROM DISCONNECT OR CONTROL DISCONNECT 220 VOLTS 50 HZ TO ADDITIONAL THREE PHASE FEEDER LINES PHASE PHASE PHASE SET OF FUSES SHORT CIRCUIT PROTECTION MID LINE CONTROL BYPASS SWITCH... -
Page 45: Parts List
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Parts List Parts List 150# Plastic Hopper Components Item Description 48926 49267 Hopper Kit Hopper Kit Switch Backup Plate 50966 50966 Plastic hopper half 49028 49028 Hopper cover 48675 Support cable assembly 2809-3 2809-3 Clevis pin 2797-1... -
Page 46: Hopper Boot Suspension Bracket (Optional) For Single And Twin Boot Hopper Support Kit: Part No. 49358
Parts List LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Hopper Boot Suspension Bracket (optional) For Single and Twin Boot Hopper Support Kit: Part No. 49358 Item Description Part No. Part No. Single Boot Twin Boot Clevis Pin, 5/16'' x 1'' 2797-1 2797-1 Adjustment Bracket... -
Page 47: Single Boot Components: Part No. 6822
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Parts List Single Boot Components: Part No. 6822 Item Description Part No. Item Description Part No. Boot Weldment 3760 Anchor 38540 Tube Clamp 24063 5/16-18x7/8” Sock Hd Screw 47867 29373 Anchor and Bearing Ass’y 39372 Outlet Tube 4556... -
Page 48: Twin Boot Components: Part No. 6824
Parts List LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Twin Boot Components: Part No. 6824 Item Description Part No. Item Description Part No. Boot Weldment 3760 Anchor 38540 Tube Clamp 24063 5/16-18x7/8” Sock Hd Screw 47867 29373 Anchor and Bearing Ass’y 39372 Outlet Tube 4556... -
Page 49: Feeder Line Components
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Parts List Feeder Line Components Item Description Part No. 1/16'' Cable 1922 Charger Wire (165') 28994-165 Charger Wire (330') 28994-330 Spring 7551 1/16'' Cable Clamp 1826 Auger 6820-0 Tube Clamp 24063 Anti-Roost Bracket 24060 Hanger Bracket 50606... -
Page 50: Actuator Kit: Part No. 52494
Parts List LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) ACTUATOR KIT: Part No. 52494 PART NO. DESCRIPTION 52494 LIBERTY ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY 52495 ACTUATOR 52586 INSULATOR & PULLEY ASS’Y 48933 ACTUATOR BASE 4404-4 1/4-20 X 2.5 HEX BOLT 48487 CLAMP HALF 9126 TUBE CLOSURE 3527... -
Page 51: Liberty Feeder Components
LIBERTY Feeder Components 52345 52344 52322 52321 Model Number 52345 52344 52422 52421 Green LIBERTY Silver LIBERTY Green LIBERTY Silver LIBERTY Poultry Feeder Broiler Feeder Manual Brood Feeder Manual Brood Feeder without Lift Cords without Lift Cords Item Description Part No. LIBERTY Grill 51630 51630... -
Page 52: Poultry Trainers And Line Chargers
Parts List LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Poultry Trainers and Line Chargers Description Part No. Poultry Trainer (110 V, 60 Hz.) 29333 Poultry Trainer (220 V, 50/60 Hz.) 29325 Line Charger (110 V, 60 Hz.) 29317 Line Charger (220 V, 50/60 Hz.) 29341 Poultry Trainer Line Charger... -
Page 53: Power Unit Assemblies
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Parts List Power Unit Assemblies 1660-21 1/2001 Item Description 3259-84 3259-85 3259-98 3259-100 3259-128 Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. Vent Plug 3516 3516 3516 3516 3516 5/16-18x5/8 Hex Hd Screw 4412-1 4412-1 4412-1... -
Page 54: Silver Control: Part No. 52347 & Green Control: Part No. 52348
Parts List LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Silver Control: Part No. 52347 & Green Control: Part No. 52348 PART NO. DESCRIPTION 14434 End Control Body PART NO. DESCRIPTION 41363 Deflector Panel 52397 Center Support Cone 25045 Paddle Retainer 51631 LIBERTY Feeder Pan 6972... -
Page 55: Liberty Feeding System End Control With Electronic Sensor Switch Silver Control: Part No. 54574 & Green Control: Part No. 54576
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Parts List LIBERTY Feeding System End Control with Electronic Sensor Switch Silver Control: Part No. 54574 & Green Control: Part No. 54576 Item Description Part No. Item Description Part No. #10-32 lock nut... -
Page 56: Liberty Feeding System Mechanical Midline Control Silver Control: Part No. 52340 & Green Control: Part No. 52341
Parts List LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) LIBERTY Feeding System Mechanical Midline Control Silver Control: Part No. 52340 & Green Control: Part No. 52341 Item Description Part No. Item Description Part No. LIBERTY feeder pan 51631 Gasket 6968-1... -
Page 57: Liberty Feeding System Midline Control With Electronic Sensor Switch Silver Control: Part No. 54587 & Green Control: Part No. 54586
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Parts List LIBERTY Feeding System Midline Control with Electronic Sensor Switch Silver Control: Part No. 54587 & Green Control: Part No. 54586 2426-002 01/2014 Item Description Part No. Item Description Part No. 10-24 Lock nut... -
Page 58: 2883 Power Winch
Parts List LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) 2883 Power Winch Item Description Part No. Item Description Part No. Input Shaft Assembly 14885 Drive Pinion 2962 Flange Bushing 2967-2 Woodruff Key 2959 Drive Stud 4128-1 1" Bearing 4937 Shoulder Bolt 4022-2 Spacer 4936... -
Page 59: Miscellaneous Suspension Components
LIBERTY® Feeding System with Electronic Sensor (ES) Parts List Miscellaneous Suspension Components Item Description Part No. Item Description Part No. Drill Adapter Shaft 2886 3/16” Cable 1213 Cable Lock 14337 Winch Handle Pin 3761 Pulley with Swivel 3004 Winch Drive Tube (4’) 2884-1 Winch Drive Tube (8’) 2884-2... - Page 60 BUILT TO LAST. Revisions to this Manual Page No. Description of Change New Manual Contact your nearby Chore-Time distributor or representative for additional parts and information. Chore-Time Group A division of CTB, Inc. PO Box 2000 Milford, Indiana 46542-2000 USA Phone (574) 658-4101 Fax (877) 730-8825 E-mail: www.choretimepoultry.com...
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