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AGI 1500 Series Assembly Manual

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Field Loader Top Drive
Portable Grain Belt Conveyor
Assembly Manual
This manual applies to the following brands and models:
Batco BCX
2
, Westfield WCX
1500 Series: 1539, 1544, 1549
Original Instructions
Read this manual before using product. Failure to
follow instructions and safety precautions can
result in serious injury, death, or property
damage. Keep manual for future reference.
2
, Hutchinson HCX
2
:
Part Number: P1512158 R0
Revised: October 2018

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  • Page 1 This manual applies to the following brands and models: Batco BCX , Westfield WCX , Hutchinson HCX 1500 Series: 1539, 1544, 1549 Original Instructions Read this manual before using product. Failure to Part Number: P1512158 R0 follow instructions and safety precautions can...
  • Page 2 New in this Manual The following changes have been made in this revision of the manual: Description Section Implemented the new model naming strategy for Multiple conveyors. Added 1544 conveyor. Figure 6 on page Figure 7 on page Figure 8 on Updated the conveyor tube layouts.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR CONTENTS 1. Safety............................... 5 1.1. Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words..................5 1.2. General Product Safety ......................5 1.3. Moving Conveyor Belt Safety....................6 1.4. Rotating Parts Safety........................ 6 1.5. Drives and Lockout Safety......................6 1.5.1 Electric Motor Safety....................
  • Page 4 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3.29. Install the Shaft Guard ......................72 3.30. Install the Manual Container ....................72 3.31. Attach the Jack ........................74 4. Specifications ............................75 5. Appendix ............................... 76 5.1. Bolt Torque..........................76 5.2.

  • Page 5: Safety

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 1. SAFETY 1. Safety 1.1. Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages in this manual. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of injury or death, carefully read the message that follows, and inform others.

  • Page 6: Moving Conveyor Belt Safety

    1. SAFETY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 1.3. Moving Conveyor Belt Safety • DO NOT step on or touch moving conveyor belt. • Shut off and lock out power to adjust, service, or clean. 1.4. Rotating Parts Safety •...

  • Page 7: Electric Motor Safety

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 1. SAFETY 1.5.1 Electric Motor Safety Power Source • Electric motors and controls shall be installed and serviced by a qualified electrician and must meet all local codes and standards. • A magnetic starter should be used to protect your motor. •...

  • Page 8: Hydraulic Power Safety

    1. SAFETY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 1.5.2 Hydraulic Power Safety Power Source • Refer to the rules and regulations applicable to the power source operating your hydraulic drive. • Do not connect or disconnect hydraulic lines while system is under pressure.

  • Page 9: Tire Safety

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 1. SAFETY 1.6. Tire Safety Failure to follow proper procedures when mounting a tire on a wheel or rim can produce an explosion that may result in serious injury or death. •...

  • Page 10: Personal Protective Equipment

    1. SAFETY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 1.8. Personal Protective Equipment The following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should be worn when assembling the equipment. Safety Glasses • Wear safety glasses at all times to protect eyes from debris. Work Gloves •...

  • Page 11: Safety Decals

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 1. SAFETY 1.10. Safety Decals • Keep safety decals clean and legible at all times. • Replace safety decals that are missing or have become illegible. See decal location figures that follow. •...
  • Page 12 1. SAFETY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Figure 1. Conveyor Safety Decal Locations P1513045 P1513052 P1513037 P1513003 P1513042 P1513001 P1513039** ** if equipped with hand winch P1512158 R0...
  • Page 13 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 1. SAFETY Figure 2. Electric Top Drive Safety Decal Locations P1513009 P1513002 P1513008* * behind guard Figure 3. Hydraulic Top Drive Safety Decal Locations P1512158 R0...
  • Page 14 1. SAFETY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Table 1. Safety Decals Part Number Description P1513003 DANGER ELECTROCUTION HAZARD To prevent death or serious injury: • When operating or moving, keep equipment away from overhead power lines and devices. •...
  • Page 15 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 1. SAFETY Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Part Number Description P1513037 WARNING TRANSPORT HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death: • Securely attach equipment to vehicle with correct pin and safety chains. •...
  • Page 16 1. SAFETY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Part Number Description P1513001 WARNING To prevent serious injury or death: • Read and understand the manual before assembling, operating, or maintaining the equipment. •...
  • Page 17 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 1. SAFETY Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Part Number Description P1513002 WARNING ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death: • Keep body, hair, and clothing away from rotating pulleys, belts, chains, and sprockets. •...
  • Page 18 1. SAFETY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Part Number Description P1513009 WARNING ELECTROCUTION HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death: • Only qualified personnel should service electrical components. • Disconnect and lockout power before inspecting or servicing unit.
  • Page 19 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 1. SAFETY Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Part Number Description P1513039 CAUTION For proper raising and lowering of equipment: • After lowering equipment, always tighten brake lock by turning winch handle clockwise at least two clicks. •...

  • Page 20: Features

    2. FEATURES FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 2. Features This section covers the main features of the conveyor. Figure 4. Typical Field Loader Top Drive Components Table 2. Typical Field Loader Top Drive Components ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION Tube...

  • Page 21: Assembly

    Report missing or damaged parts immediately to ensure that proper credit is received from AGI or your distributor/dealer, and to ensure that any missing parts can be shipped quickly to avoid holding up the assembly process.

  • Page 22: Required Tools

    3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3.3. Required Tools • 2–3 • 1 pipe stand(s) tape measure(s) (100’ [30.5 m]) • 2 • 1 sawhorse(s) ratchet strap (1200 lb [544.3 kg]) • 1 • 2 standard socket set(s) C-clamp(s) or vise grip(s) •...

  • Page 23: Component Locations

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY 3.6. Component Locations Layout Drawing Be sure to select the proper layout drawing. The dimensions change for each machine depending on the drive option selected. Incorrect placement of the components affects machine balance and can cause a heavy or light intake.
  • Page 24 3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Figure 5. Typical Tube Connection Figure 6. Conveyor Tube Layout for CX 1539 Model (Batco & Westfield) 15555547, 15555548 (Short) 15020114, 15020104 (Short) 15020068 P1512158 R0...
  • Page 25 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Figure 7. Conveyor Tube Layout for CX 1539 Model (Hutchinson) 15555547 15020114GA 15020154GA 15020147 Figure 8. Conveyor Tube Layout for CX 1544 Model (Batco & Westfield) 15555547, 15555548 (Short) 15020116, 15020106 (Short) 15020068...
  • Page 26 3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Figure 9. Conveyor Tube Layout for CX 1549 Model (Batco & Westfield) 15555547, 15555548 (Short) 15020118, 15020108 (Short) 15020069 Figure 10. Conveyor Tube Layout for CX 1549 Model (Hutchinson) 15555547 15020118GA 15020150GA...

  • Page 27: Brand And Model Decal Placement

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY 3.8. Brand and Model Decal Placement Important Do not cover any existing safety or instruction decals with the brand and model decals. Also make sure the decals do not interfere with any welded-on brackets or tube flanges. •...
  • Page 28 3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 4. As you work your way down the decal, peel back the backing paper 6” at a time. Repeat Step 3 until the entire decal has been applied to the tube (see Detail C as an example). 5.

  • Page 29: Serial Number Decal Placement

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY 3.9. Serial Number Decal Placement Place the serial number decal on the conveyor as shown below. 3.10. Install the Spout Roller 1. Insert the roller (2) into the spout (1) (see Figure 15).

  • Page 30: Install The Hand Winch

    3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Table 4 Spout Roller Components (continued) 1-1/2" Bearing Flange Unit (SAFL208–24) 1/2" Nylon Locknut 7/16" x 2-1/2" Square-Head Set Screw Figure 15. Installing Spout Roller 3.11. Install the Hand Winch Depending on your conveyor model, it may be equipped with either a hand winch or a hydraulic winch.

  • Page 31: Install The Frame Slider

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Figure 16. Installing the Hand Winch 3.12. Install the Frame Slider 1. Slide the slider (2) onto the track (see Figure 17). 2. Install the cable attach (6) on the track with 7/16" x 1-1/2" bolts (3), 7/16" locknuts (4), and flat washers (5). Table 6.

  • Page 32: Assemble The Weather Guard

    3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Figure 17. Installing the Frame Slider 3.13. Assemble the Weather Guard 1. Install the types of weather guard sections in Table 7 which are indicated by the identifier letters as shown on your particular conveyor model schematic that follows.
  • Page 33 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Table 7 Identifiers for Types of Weather Guard Sections (continued) Type of Weather Guard Section Identifier 10' (3.05 m) Standard 4' (1.22 m) Flared 5' (1.52 m) Flared 5' (1.52 m) Flat Guard -Above S-Drive Upper Transition 2' (0.61 m) Standard...
  • Page 34 3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Table 8. Components to Install Weather Guard onto the Tube Bracket Description Quantity Item Uni-Mount Plate Cast Capscrew 3/8" x 1-1/4" Flat Head Socket Nylon Locknut 3/8" Figure 18. Installing a Weather Guard Section P1512158 R0...
  • Page 35 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Figure 19. Weather Guard Section Locations P1512158 R0...

  • Page 36: Install The Hopper Latch Hardware

    3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3.14. Install the Hopper Latch Hardware Table 9. Latch Hardware Item Description 1/4" x 3/4" Carriage Bolt Spacer Tension Latch Clamp 1/4” Flanged Nut Figure 20. Installing the Latch Hardware P1512158 R0...

  • Page 37: Install The Belt

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY 3.15. Install the Belt This section describes how to install the conveyor belt in the tube. Refer to the packing slip for the length of the conveyor belt used in the installation. Thread a Fish Tape through the Conveyor Tube 1.
  • Page 38 3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Figure 23. Attaching the Short Belt Piece to the Belt Thread the Conveyor Belt 1. From the spout end, pull the fish tape until the belt emerges from the spout. Figure 24.
  • Page 39 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Figure 25. Conveyor Belt Bottom Path Item Description Transition Roller 3. Wrap the remaining conveyor belt around the hopper roller (7) and under the tube. Figure 26. Conveyor Belt Around Hopper Roller Item Description Hopper Roller...
  • Page 40 3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Figure 27. Using a Strap Puller Item Description Strap Puller Vise Grip Belt Lacing Lacing Pin 4. On both corners of the trailing edge of the belt, trim a tapered notch to prevent fraying. P1512158 R0...
  • Page 41 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Figure 28. Tapering the Trailing Edge of the Belt BELT TRAVEL DIRECTION TRAILING SIDE OF BELT NOTCHED Tighten the Conveyor Belt Use the hopper roller bolts to set the belt tension. 1.

  • Page 42: Attach The Hopper Underside Covers

    3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3.16. Attach the Hopper Underside Covers Table 10. Underside Covers Item Description Underside Cover, Front Pin Spring Underside Cover, Main Figure 29. Installing the Underside Front Cover P1512158 R0...

  • Page 43: Install The Top Drive Pinch Mount

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Figure 30. Installing the Underside Main Cover 3.17. Install the Top Drive Pinch Mount 1. Loosen the pinch roller bolts (6) to the end of their threads (see Figure 31).
  • Page 44 3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Table 11 TD Pinch Mount Components (continued) Item Description Quantity Nut Nylock 1/2" Pinch Roller Pinch Roller Bolt Pinch Pipe Figure 31. Installing the TD Pinch Mount P1512158 R0...

  • Page 45: Install The Weather Guard Mount Bars

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY 3.18. Install the Weather Guard Mount Bars 1. Install the types of mount bar assemblies in Figure 32 which are indicated by the position arrows and identifier letters as shown on your particular conveyor model schematic that follows. 2.
  • Page 46 3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Figure 32. Types of Mount Bar Assemblies Type A: SPOUT Mount Bar (Cross Bar with No Roller) HOPPER Type B: SPOUT Mount Bar with Roller HOPPER SPOUT Type C: Mount Bar with Roller and Guide Blocks (Note: Slide belt guide blocks...

  • Page 47: Install The Collapsible Hopper Cloth

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Figure 33. Mount Bar Schematic Diagram 3.19. Install the Collapsible Hopper Cloth Install the Flashing 1. Lay the front flashing (1) on the hopper while ensuring it is flush with the edge of the main hopper frame (see Figure 34).
  • Page 48 3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Table 13 Flashings (continued) 1/4" x 1-1/4" Flange Bolt 1/4" Hex Nut Figure 34. Flashings Install the Hopper Spring 1. Slide hopper spring over tubes on the sides of the hopper. See Figure 35 for correct spring orientation.
  • Page 49 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Figure 35. Installing the Hopper Springs Figure 36. Lock the Hopper Spring Install the Hopper Cloth 1. Slide the tubes (1, 2) into the hopper cloth (3). 2. Connect the front corners with the slip-on rail fittings (4). Orient the fittings so that the Allen screws are facing down.
  • Page 50 3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Table 14 Components for Installing the Hopper Cloth onto the Conveyor (continued) Item Description Quantity Hopper Cloth 1/4" x 1-1/4" Elevator Bolt 1/4" Nut Split Loom (length in feet) Figure 37.
  • Page 51 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Figure 38. Installing the Hopper Cloth 5. Pull the upper front frame down until the bottom of the cloth touches the front flashing, and hold it in place with a bungee cord around the front frame of the hopper weldment (see Figure 39).
  • Page 52 3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Figure 39. Holding Upper Frame with Bungee Cord 6. Attach the hopper cloth to the conveyor (see Figure 40): • First, attach the front of the hopper cloth to the front flashing. Afterward, attach the sides. •...

  • Page 53: Install The Collapsible Hopper Cloth Controls

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY 3.20. Install the Collapsible Hopper Cloth Controls Install the Handle 1. Attach the hopper handle (1) to the handle mount using a 3/8" x 1–1/2" bolt (2), 3/8" nylon washer (3), and two 3/8"...

  • Page 54: Attach The Angle Indicator

    3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 4. Secure the cable (1) to the hopper frame using a cable clamp (2) and the pre-drilled holes in the frame. 5. Test the function of the collapsible hopper cloth controls by raising and lowering the handle. Adjust cable tension as required.

  • Page 55: Attach The Hitch

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Table 17. Angle Indicator Item Description Angle Indicator Bracket Plate 1/4" x 3/4" Carriage Bolt 1/4” Flanged Nut Figure 43. Installing the Angle Indicator 3.22. Attach the Hitch 1. Attach the hitch (2) to the hopper weldment using 1/2" x 1–1/2" bolts (4) and 1/2" nuts (1). 2.

  • Page 56: Install The Spout Hood

    3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Table 18. Hitch Components Item Description Quantity 1/2" Nylock Nut Transfer Hitch Straight Tongue 1/2" x 1–1/2" Hex Bolt 5/8" x 3" Hitch Pin 3/16" x 3–1/4" Hairpin Figure 44. Hitch Components 3.23.

  • Page 57: Install The Wheels

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Figure 45. Installing Spout Hood 3.24. Install the Wheels 1. Check if the pressure of tires matches the pressure indicated on the tire sidewall. 2. Mount the wheels (1) to the axle (2) with wheel bolts (3) provided (see Figure 46).

  • Page 58: Assemble The A-Frame

    3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Figure 46. Attaching the Wheels to the Axle Note Wheels may have four or six bolts, depending on the model of conveyor. 3.25. Assemble the A-Frame Ensure the wheels are mounted to the axle before beginning this procedure. 1.
  • Page 59 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Do not remove the tube support(s) until the conveyor is fully assembled. Table 21. Components to Assemble the A-Frame Item Description 3/4" Flat Washer (plated USS) Upright Arm 1/4" x 2" Cotter Pin Slider 1"...

  • Page 60: Install The Tube Lift Cable

    3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Figure 47. Assembling the A-Frame 3.26. Install the Tube Lift Cable 1. Wrap the cable (1) around the bottom side of the winch drum with three complete wraps around the drum when conveyor is in transport position (see Figure 48).

  • Page 61: Align The Winch

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Table 23. Tube Lift Cable Components Item Description 39' Conveyor: 40' Cable 5/16" 7 x 19 GAC 44’ and 49' Conveyor: 44' Cable 5/16" 7 x 19 GAC 5/16" Cable Clamp Small Cable Attach Figure 48.

  • Page 62: Drive Assemblies

    3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3.28. Drive Assemblies 3.28.1 Install the Hydraulic Top Drive Install the Motor Mount and Sprocket/Chain Assembly 1. Remove the 1/2" locknuts (2) from the drive roller flange bearing (7). Note These bolts will be used to fasten the motor mount (1) to the conveyor.
  • Page 63 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Figure 49. Installing the Motor Mount and Sprocket/Chain Assembly Install the Hydraulic Motor 1. Install the 1/4" x 1-1/2" woodruff key (3) into the drive shaft of the hydraulic motor (2). 2.
  • Page 64 3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Figure 50. Installing the Hydraulic Motor Install the Hydraulic Fittings and Coupler Guard 1. Insert the ORB swivels (5) into the hydraulic motor. 2. Insert the 1/2" 90° swivels (4) into the ORB swivels. 3.

  • Page 65: Electric Top Drive

    Figure 51. Installing the Hydraulic Fittings and Coupler Guard 3.28.2 Electric Top Drive Note The following components are specific to the electric motor you have purchased and are not supplied by AGI: • Electric Motor • 4" drive pulley sheave • key •...
  • Page 66 3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 2. Attach the bushing retainers (9) to the motor base using 3/8" x 1" whiz bolts (10). 3. Place the motor base (8) between the spout brackets and insert motor rails (5). 4.
  • Page 67 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Figure 52. Installing the Motor Mount P1512158 R0...
  • Page 68 3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Figure 53. Installing the Motor Install the Belt Guard Mounts Attach the motor side guard mount (1) and hood side guard mount (2) to the spout weldment using 3/8" x 1" whiz bolts (3).
  • Page 69 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Figure 54. Installing the Belt Guard Mounts Install the Pulleys and the Belt 1. Install the key in the motor shaft. 2. Install the drive pulley (2) and sheave (1). Note Ensure the drive pulley is flush with the end of the shaft.
  • Page 70 3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 8. Install and tension the drive belt (3). Note The correct tension for the drive belt is achieved when it deflects 1/2" (1.3 cm) to 3/4" (1.9 cm) if pushed on with a 5 lb (2.3 kg) force.
  • Page 71 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Install the Guards 1. Verify the appropriate safety decals are in place on and under the plastic pulley guard. Note See the decal location diagram in the Safety Chapter. 2.

  • Page 72: Install The Shaft Guard

    3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3.29. Install the Shaft Guard 1. Mount the shaft guard (2) over the roller shaft and onto the flange bearing carriage bolts (see Figure 57). 2. Secure the shaft guard in place using two locknuts (3) and two flat washers (4). Note When mounting onto a 15/16"...
  • Page 73 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3. ASSEMBLY Figure 59. Screw-on Manual Container Item Description Manual Container Gear Clamps Self-Tapping Screw #14 x 5/8" P1512158 R0...

  • Page 74: Attach The Jack

    3. ASSEMBLY FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 3.31. Attach the Jack 1. Insert the jack (1) into the jack stub (located on the conveyor hitch) (see Figure 60). 2. Secure the jack in place with the pin (2) provided. Figure 60.

  • Page 75: Specifications

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 4. SPECIFICATIONS 4. Specifications Table 31. Field Loader Top Drive Conveyor DOWN — UP — OPERATION TRANSPORT Belt Belt Total A (ft) B (ft) Angle C (ft) B (ft) Angle Length Overall Electric Length...

  • Page 76: Appendix

    Tighten all bolts to the torque specified, unless otherwise noted. Check tightness periodically, using Table 32 as a guide. Replace the hardware with the same strength bolt, contact AGI if you are unsure. Table 32. Recommended Bolt Torque Recommended Torque (ft-lb) Threads per...

  • Page 77: Fittings Torque Values

    FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 5. APPENDIX 5.2. Fittings Torque Values These specifications are for carbon steel. With Zinc plating always lubricate threads and seals. For stainless steel, use the high value of the torque range of steel. For brass, use 70% of the torque value of steel. For mixed metals, use the torque of the lower of the two metals.
  • Page 78 5. APPENDIX FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR Table 35 Stud End O-Ring Boss (ORB) SAE (U/UF) (continued) Carbon Steel Max N-m Tube Size Thread UNF-2A Max ft-lbs 17-19 23-26 1/2" - 20 22-24 29-33 9/16" - 18 40-43 49-53 3/4"...
  • Page 79 FIELD LOADER TOP DRIVE – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR 5. APPENDIX P1512158 R0...
  • Page 80 Hutchinson Batco | Westfield 201 Industrial Drive, Swift Current 514 W. Crawford Street Clay Center, Kansas, 67432 USA Saskatchewan S9H 5R4, CANADA Phone: (877) 667-7421 (Canada & USA) Phone: (800) 523-6993 or (306) 773-7779 or (785) 632-2161 Fax: (785) 632-5964 Fax: (306) 778-2524 Email: info@batcomfg.com Email: sales@hutchinson-mayrath.com...

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