Section G; Storage - USC LPV Operator's Manual

When storing the LPV Weigh Belt 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.
1. Turn power off to the treater and treater
components.
2. Place the load cell in the transport position with
the hook engaging the lift bar on the weigh belt
and pinned.
3. Inspect all welds and structural components for
bends, cracks and damage.
4. Remove the inlet hopper cover and bottom seed
gate cover that has the seed on belt proximity
switch mounted to it. Inspect belt , pulleys and
proximity switch.
5. Use a vacuum to clean out any seeds and excess
build-up that may have occurred during operation.
6. Turn power back on to the treater and run weigh
belt to help remove any additional debris.
7. Use a vacuum to clean out any seeds and excess
build-up that may have occurred during operation.
8. Wipe down the motor casing with a damp cloth making sure to remove all dust that
may have collected since the last maintenance date.
9. Wipe off and clean the lens of the proximity switches.
10. Disconnect power and mount all guards back in place.
11. Tarp or cover the supply hopper and weigh belt to keep out any dirt or unwanted
pests
.
LPV WEIGH BELT SEED TREATER
WEIGH BELT

Storage

Section
G
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