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LPV100 SEED TREATER
FOR LOSS-IN-WEIGHT TREATERS.
Operators Manual
Document: TD-09-06-1064
Revision: A
2320 124th Road Sabetha, Kansas 66534 www.uscllc.com Phone: (785)431-7900 Revision Effective 01/2020

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  • Page 1 LPV100 SEED TREATER FOR LOSS-IN-WEIGHT TREATERS. Operators Manual Document: TD-09-06-1064 Revision: A 2320 124th Road Sabetha, Kansas 66534 www.uscllc.com Phone: (785)431-7900 Revision Effective 01/2020...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER Table of Contents Section Contents Page # Section A Safety Instructions ..............4 Section B Installation ................14 Section C Mechanical Operation ............22 LPV Treater with Loss-in-Weight Box-2-Box Overview ..22 LPV Treater for Batch Hopper Overview ........ 24 Rotating Drum Overview............

  • Page 4: Section A

    TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER Safety Instructions Section 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.
  • Page 5 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER Notice is used to notify people of important installation, opera- NOTICE tion or maintenance information which is not hazard related. Mandatory Lockout Power Symbol. Disconnect, lockout and tagout electrical and other energy sources before inspect- ing, cleaning or performing maintenance on this equipment.
  • Page 6 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER CONTROLLED STOP This is the stopping of machine motion by reducing the electrical com- mand signal to 0 (zero) once the stop signal has been recognized. HAZARD REVIEW Electrocution Hazard Electrocution accidents are most likely to occur during maintenance of the electrical system or when working on or near exposed high volt- age wiring.
  • Page 7 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 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.
  • Page 8 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 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 A hard hat •...
  • Page 9 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 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.
  • Page 10 Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out using the piece • of sign backing paper. Located on the USC equipment you will find safety labels. Always be sure to read and follow all directions on the labels. Guards provided with USC equipment are to remain in place during operation.
  • Page 11 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER 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 through your authorized dealer. Part # 09-02-0010 Part # 09-02-0003 Page 11...
  • Page 12 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER Part # 09-02-0001 Part # 09-02-0002 Page 12...
  • Page 13 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER Part # 09-02-0001 Part # 09-02-0002 Page 13...

  • Page 14: Installation

    LPV AUTOMATED TREATER SET-UP The following steps outline the initial set-up of your USC Seed Treating system: 1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children, before moving. 2. Be sure there is enough clearance from overhead obstructions and power lines or other equipment to move the machine into its working position.
  • Page 15 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER LPV AUTOMATED TREATER SET - UP STEP A: Support the discharge end of the treater drum using the lift ring at the top of the discharge assembly. STEP B: Remove all four of the shipping support brackets.
  • Page 16 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER LPV AUTOMATED TREATER SET - UP When removing the actuator (03-17-0104) from the box, ensure that you do not allow the shaft to rotate. The actuator was installed and tested at the factory so the shaft is in the correct position before it was disassembled prior to shipping.
  • Page 17 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER LPV AUTOMATED TREATER SET - UP (ALL TREATERS) 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. 6. Anchor the seed treater in position to prevent the machine from moving during operation.
  • Page 18 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER LPV AUTOMATED TREATER SET - UP (BOX-2-BOX TREATERS ONLY) Scale Lock Levers SET-UP FOR BOX STAND 1. Raise the top assembly with a forklift. Being careful not to hit the LIW gate with the forks. 2.
  • Page 19 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER LPV TREATER CONNECTIONS 1. USB Port. 2. Connect any MODBUS equipment to one of these three. 3. Connected to the proximity switch located in the inlet hopper. This is only used when an inlet conveyor is feeding the treater. 4.
  • Page 20 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER LPV TREATER CONNECTIONS chain. Connect the two red plugs onto each of the remaining open PJESTOP con- nectors on the first and last panel. 9. Connect cable from actuator communications on LIW gate located on either the box dump hopper, or batch hopper with LIW gate.
  • Page 21 This will power the USC LPV seed treater and any attached conveyors. This includes treater, weighing equipment, pump stands, conveyors, control panels, etc.

  • Page 22: Section C

    TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER Mechanical Operation Section LPV TREATER WITH LOSS-IN-WEIGHT BOX 2 BOX OVERVIEW Pro Box Rotating Platform Drum Scale Quick Release Atomizer Chamber Handle Discharge Chute Plumbing To Atomizer Control Panel Page 22...
  • Page 23 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER LOSS-IN-WEIGHT BOX 2 BOX OVERVIEW Pro Box Platform Scale Discharge Chute Scale Lock Lever (4). Prior to running the system to treat seed ensure that all 4 of these (1 at each corner) are in the unlocked position. Failure to do this will cause inaccurate readings from the scale.

  • Page 24: Lpv Treater For Batch Hopper Overview

    TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER LPV TREATER OVERVIEW Rotating Drum Extension ring 6”, 9”, 12” Quick Release Atomizer Chamber Handle Discharge Chute Plumbing To Atomizer Control Panel NOTE: Scale and LIW gate are located on Batch Weigh Hopper (either Floor Mounted, or Stacked Over Treater) Page 24...
  • Page 25 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 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.
  • Page 26 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER LOSS-IN-WEIGHT WITH ATOMIZER CHAMBERS The adjustable gate on the LIW version is automatically controlled by an actuator that is constantly adjusting the seed flow gate. The actuator is controlled by the U-Treat Lite automation software to determine the flow rate of the seed flowing down on top of the distribution cone which disperses the seed down around the atomizer head.

  • Page 27: Rotating Drum Overview

    TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER ROTATING DRUM The rotating drum is 6 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.

  • Page 28: Section D

    This section provides a general overview and description of the operator control panels for the LPV Seed Treater. USC recommends the use of a surge protection device with a NOTICE minimum rating of 400 Joules for all automated main control panels.
  • Page 29 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER DRUM TILT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: Verify power is suppled to the LPV manual drum tilt panel. The panel is rated for 120/240V 1PH Power. The panel under normal operation has a full load amp draw of 2.5 amps at 120 volts and 1.3 amps at 240 volts.

  • Page 30: Section E

    TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER Troubleshooting Section Below is a table describing the most frequent mechanical problems and solutions with the USC LPV Seed Treater. For further assistance, contact your authorized dealer. Problem Possible Cause Solution Inlet Conveyor will not turn on.
  • Page 31 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 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 (page 31).

  • Page 32: Section F

    Do not put this unit into operation with any questionably maintained parts. Poor performance or a hazard may occur. Do not use compressed air or water under pressure to clean any of the components of the USC equipment. GREASING Use an SAE multipurpose high temperature grease with extreme pres- •...
  • Page 33 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER ELECTRICAL PANEL • Check and tighten wire connections. REFER • Check quick connects on bottom of control panel. PAGE 5 • Check to see if starters and/or overloads are tripped. • Check to see if relays, timers and/or breakers are tripped. •...

  • Page 34: Proximity Switch Adjustment Guide

    TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER PROXIMITY SWITCH ADJUSTMENT GUIDE If a proximity switch is not working properly, this can be caused by wear, dust, or even moisture. The first step is to clean the lens of the proximity switch. If this does not solve the problem, the next step would be to adjust the sensitivity of the proximity switch.

  • Page 35: Atomizer

    TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 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.
  • Page 36 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER ATOMIZER MOTOR • Wipe down the motor casing with a damp cloth making sure to remove all dust that may have collected since the last maintenance date. Record the cleaning on the company required documents. LOSS-IN-WEIGHT GATE Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any excess seeds or build-up that may have ac- •...

  • Page 37: Section G

    TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER Storage Section 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.
  • Page 38 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 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.
  • Page 39 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER NOTES: Page 39...

  • Page 40: Section H

    USC Limited Warranty Section 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.
  • Page 41 TD-09-06-1064 LPV 100 SEED TREATER USC, LLC 2320 124th road Sabetha, KS 66534 Phone: (785) 431-7900 EMAIL: sales-team@uscllc.com WEB: www.uscllc.com Page 41...

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