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EasyFlow2 (100 Series) Farm Tube Bin Unload System Assembly & Installation Manual This manual applies to: 8” Tube Unload Bin Diameters: 24’, 27’, 30’, 33’, 36’, 39’, 42’, 45’, 48’, 54’, 60’ 10” Tube Unload Read this manual before using product. Failure to Part Number: BU-0101704 R3 follow instructions and safety precautions can Revised: June 2021...
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New in this Manual The following changes have been made in this revision of the manual: Description Section Added the tube unload extensions. Section 6.9 – Assemble the Tube Unload Extension (Optional) on page 44 Hanging bearing pre-installed on incline transition. Section 6.11 –...
1. INTRODUCTION EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 1. Introduction Before assembling, please read this manual. Familiarize yourself with the process and the necessary precautions for efficient and safe assembly of this Westeel Farm Tube Bin Unload System. Everyone present at the assembly site is required to be familiar with all safety precautions.
2. SAFETY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 2. Safety 2.1. 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.
2. SAFETY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 2.3. Rotating Flighting Safety • KEEP AWAY from rotating flighting. • DO NOT remove or modify flighting guards, doors, or covers. Keep in good working order. Have replaced if damaged. •...
2. SAFETY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 2.5.1 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. • Use a magnetic starter to protect the electric motor. •...
2. SAFETY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Hard Hat • Wear a hard hat to help protect your head. 2.7. Safety Equipment The following safety equipment should be kept on site. Fire Extinguisher • Provide a fire extinguisher for use in case of an accident. Store in a highly visible and accessible place.
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2. SAFETY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Note Decal locations same on incline discharge. Table 1. Safety Decals Item Description Part Number BU-0100470 DANGER ROTATING FLIGHTING HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death: • KEEP OUT of bin while sweep is operating. •...
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2. SAFETY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Item Description Part Number BU-0100472 OPERATING PROCEDURE Center Intermediate Hopper Hoppers Open Open Bin Sweep Pull handle to engage and operate. BU-0100476 NOTICE To prevent damage to the unload system, DO NOT engage bin sweep while underfloor auger is operating.
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2. SAFETY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Item Description Part Number 20813 DANGER ROTATING FLIGHTING HAZARD To prevent death or serious injury: • KEEP AWAY from rotating auger flighting. • DO NOT remove or modify auger flighting guards, doors, or covers.
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2. SAFETY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Item Description Part Number 20804 WARNING ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death: • Keep body, hair, and clothing away from rotating pulleys, belts, chains, and sprockets. •...
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2. SAFETY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Item Description Part Number BU-0020807 WARNING To prevent serious injury or death: • Read and understand the manual before assembling, operating, or maintaining the equipment.
3. FEATURES EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 3. Features Read this section to familiarize yourself with the basic component names and functions of the bin unload. Figure 1. Typical Bin Unload System Table 2. Features Description Description Item Item...
4. PREPARATION EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 4. Preparation 4.1. Diameter Tolerance In order to use the Westeel Farm Tube Bin Unload System bin unload, the bin diameter must be within the tolerance in the following table. Table 3.
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4. PREPARATION EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Install the tandem gearboxes in the center sump before positioning the underfloor auger in the trench to prevent clearance problems. The bin adapter top piece may not fit against the underfloor auger and corrugated bin wall in the same way as the lower pieces.
4. PREPARATION EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 2. Trench Dimensions for Concrete Foundation Floor 4.3. Bin Height Follow the sections below for when installing in a full floor or partial floor aeration system. Westeel Bins This section applies only to Westeel Bins.
4. PREPARATION EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Table 5 Maximum Bin Heights for Bin Unload System Use (continued) Maximum Number of Tiers 10” Tube Unload 8” Tube Unload Bin Diameter (FT) 15” Floor Support 14” Floor Support Spacing Spacing Other Branded Grain Bins...
4. PREPARATION EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 4.5. Bin Wall Cutout An opening must be cut in the bin wall for the underfloor auger. Cutting an opening in the bin can weaken the bin’s structure and may lead to bin collapse if the instructions in this section are not accurately followed.
4. PREPARATION EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 4.7. Installation Planning Site planning should be performed prior to assembly and installation, including a bin site layout drawing (with dimensions), structural analysis, and consideration of suitability of connected equipment. Proper foundation design must be completed according to local building codes for full grain bin loading if the installer is planning to use the trench in the bin’s concrete foundation floor as specified in this manual.
5. PRE-ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 5. Pre-Assembly Before continuing, ensure you have completely read and understood this manual’s Safety section, in addition to the safety information in the section(s) below. 5.1. Check Shipment Unload the bin unload parts at the assembly site and compare the packing slip to the shipment. Ensure that all items have arrived and that none are damaged.
5. PRE-ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM • outdoor-rated, ultraviolet-resistant spray foam (for bin adapter) • silicon sealant or neoprene rubber (for sealing around lip of each sump to floor planks across the underfloor auger) • electric motor (including hardware) (see Table 12 on page 72 for horsepower requirements) •...
5. PRE-ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Table 9 Underfloor Auger Weight (continued) 5.5. Required Tools The following tools are required to assemble the bin unload system: • angle grinder with grinding disc (for cutting bin wall opening, sump openings in aeration planks) •...
6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 6. Assembly Before continuing, ensure you have completely read and understood this manual’s Safety section, in addition to the safety information in the section(s) below. 6.1. Assembly Safety • Do not take chances with safety. The components can be large, heavy, and hard to handle. Always use the proper tools, rated lifting equipment, and lifting points for the job.
6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 8. Locating the Bin Center 6.3. Install the Underfloor Auger If you are installing the underfloor auger before completion of the sidewall and anchoring the bin to the foundation: •...
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 1. With the bin secured to the foundation, remove the bottom spacer sheet below the door by removing the 3/8” x 1–1/2” bolts and nuts (see Figure Figure 9. Spacer Sheet 2.
6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 10. Install Underfloor Auger in Position 3. Level the underfloor auger using shims (not supplied) at every floor mount bracket. The underfloor auger must be level within 1/4” (6 mm) per 10’ (3048 mm) of span or not more than 1/2” (13 mm) for whole underfloor auger.
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Position the Underfloor Auger on the Bin Floor Lift the underfloor auger and place it on the bin floor. Use proper lifting equipment (see Section 5.4 – Required Lifting Equipment on page 24).
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 12. Disconnect the Coupler from the Gearbox Control Rod Remove the Sump Controls Removing the Sump Controls allows sufficient clearance for the underfloor auger to slide out through the bin wall cutout.
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 2. Remove the 1/4” x 3/4” bolt (4) and washer (5), and the control shaft (6) (see Figure 14). Do this for both control shafts. Figure 14. Remove the Sump Control Shafts 3.
6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 2. Slide the underfloor auger through the bin wall cutout and align the center sump vertical gearbox shaft hole exactly at the bin center point (C) (see Section 6.2 – Bin Floor Preparation on page 26).
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 17. Unfasten the Coupler from the Gearbox Control Rod 2. Slide the bin adapter piece onto the lower gearbox control rod and up against the bin wall (see Figure 18).
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 19. Position Bin Adapter Top Piece 5. Push the bin adapter pieces up against the bin wall. Two corrugated sponge strips (not supplied) can be arranged as shown in Figure Figure 20.
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 6. Securely fasten the bin adapter pieces to the bin wall using the eleven 1/4” self-tapping screws provided (see Figure 21). Fasten the screws to the “hills” in the corrugations on the bin wall sheet. Figure 21.
6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 6.5. Install the E-Sump Controls This procedure describes how to install the e-sump controls on the underfloor auger. 1. Connect the handle (3) to the control rod with two 1/4” x 1-1/2” bolts (1) and nylon locknuts (2) (see Figure 22).
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 23. Connect the Gearbox Control Rod 2. Connect the coupler (3) to the lower gearbox control rod with the previously removed 1/4” x 1-1/2” bolts (1) and nylon locknuts (2) (see Figure 24).
6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 6.7. Install Tandem Gearboxes in the Center Sump 1. Confirm each gearbox is filled with gear oil. Note Gearboxes are supplied from the factory with EP90 gear oil up to the vented fill plug. Keep the tandem gearboxes level when filling or checking the oil level, as shown in Figure Figure 25.
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 26. Install the Tandem Gearboxes 3. Secure the lower gearbox shaft (5) to the flighting coupler (6) with a 1/4” x 1-1/2” key (not shown) and spring pin (7) (see Figure 27).
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 28. Attach Gearbox Mount Bracket to Center Sump Divider Wall 5. Ensure the tandem gearboxes are vertically aligned. If the gearboxes are not vertically aligned, loosen the bolts holding the mount bracket to the gearbox, align the gearboxes vertically, and fully tighten the bolts. 6.
6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Note The seam of the rubber seal (17) in must be oriented as shown to ensure grain leakage is avoided. Figure 30. Install Access Panels and Seal over Lower Gearbox 6.8.
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 31. Install Center Sump Grate Figure 32. Install Grate(s) for Intermediate Sump(s) and E-Sump (when equipped) BU-0101704 R3...
6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 6.9. Assemble the Tube Unload Extension (Optional) Optional tube unload extensions are available in lengths of 3', 5', 7' and 10'. 1. Pull out the underfloor auger flighting (1) far enough to access the hole in the end of the flighting. Fasten the flighting connecting shaft onto the underfloor flighting with: •...
6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 6.10. Assemble the Horizontal Powerhead When equipped with a horizontal powerhead: 1. Install the rear mount plate (1) and support bracket (2) onto the powerhead using four 3/8” x 1” bolts (3) and nylon locknuts (4) (see Figure 35).
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 36. Install the Motor Mount Plate 3. Pull out the underfloor flighting (10) far enough to access the two holes in the end of flighting. Fasten the discharge flighting (11) onto the underfloor flighting (10) with the following hardware (see Figure 37): 8"...
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 37. Fasten Discharge Flighting onto Underfloor Auger Flighting 4. Push the underfloor flighting all the way back into the underfloor auger, ensuring that the opposite end of the flighting is securely fitted onto the flighting coupler connected to the lower gearbox shaft in the center sump (see Figure 27 on page 40).
6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 38. Mount Powerhead on the Underfloor Auger 6.11. Assemble the Incline Powerhead When equipped with an incline powerhead: 1. Pull out the underfloor flighting far enough to access the two holes in the end of flighting. Install the transition stub shaft with the following hardware, and tighten securely (see Figure 39).
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Incline Transition 8" Model: Bolt, 7/16" x 2-1/4" 10" Model: Bolt, 1/2" x 2-3/4" Transition Stub Shaft 8" Model: Locknut, 7/16" 10" Model: Locknut, 1/2" 2. Push the underfloor flighting all the way back into the underfloor auger, ensuring that the opposite end of the flighting is securely fitted onto the flighting coupler connected to the lower gearbox shaft in the center sump (see Figure 27 on page...
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 41. Connecting the Incline Assembly to Underfloor Auger Incline Transition Bolt, 7/16" x 1-1/4" Universal Joint Locknut, 7/16" Woodruff Key 6. Fasten the flange of the incline assembly to flange of the underfloor auger using eight 7/16"...
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 43. Secure Set Screws in Universal Joint for Incline Flighting 9. Attach the inspection door (17) to the incline assembly using the #14 x 5/8" self-tapping screws (18) provided (see Figure 44).
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 45. Rear Mount Plate and Support Bracket Installation 11. Install the motor mount plate (5) onto the powerhead by inserting a hinge pin (8) through the flange and plate on the powerhead, through the motor mount plate holes, and through the rear mount plate (see Figure 46).
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 46. Install the Motor Mount Plate 12. Attach the incline adjust legs (19) to the incline adjust bases (20) using two 3/8" x 2–1/2" bolts and locknuts (see Figure 47).
6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 47. Assembled Incline 6.12. Reassemble Sump Control Shafts To reassemble the sump control shafts, follow the reverse order of the steps in Remove the Sump Controls on page 31, and ensure all bolts and nuts are tight.
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 6. Install the large unload pulley (13) onto the flighting shaft using a 1/4” x 2-1/2” square key (14) (see Table 13 on page 72 for available pulley sizes, depending on desired flighting speed). DO NOT tighten set screws (not shown).
6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 6.14. Install the Sweep End Wheel, Flighting, and Backboard 1. Install the end wheel sub-assembly (1) onto the end of the backboard with three 3/8” x 1–1/4” bolts (5), lock washers (6), flat washers (7), and serrated nuts (8) (see Figure 49).
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 50. Connect Sweep Flighting to Upper Gearbox 3. Fasten the backboard mounting bracket (14) to the upper gearbox (15) with four 1/2” x 1-1/2” bolts (16) and lock washers (17) (see Figure 51).
6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 52. Connect Backboard Mounting Bracket to Backboard Connector 5. Fully tighten the four bolts (16) that fasten the backboard mounting bracket to the upper gearbox (see Figure 51). 6.15.
6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 54. Adjusting Sweep Backboard Height near Center Sump 3. Rotate the backboard so that its lower scraper is resting on 1/4” wood blocks which are placed underneath the backboard scraper every 3’ (0.9 m). This sets the required clearance between the backboard scraper and the bin floor.
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 55. Install the Sweep Stop 3. Measure 3–1/8" (79mm) from the top of the sweep stop to mark and drill a 9/16" hole. Install the hydraulic fitting and 9/16" jam nut. 4.
6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM 6.17. Testing 1. Ensure that the power to the bin unload system is shut down and locked out. 2. Ensure that there are no obstructions in the sumps, sweep flighting, or sweep path along the bin floor. 3.
6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM c. Observe the end of the bin sweep around the bin and note the position in its revolution which has the minimum clearance to the bin wall. This minimum clearance will later be used to adjust the sweep extender.
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6. ASSEMBLY EASYFLOW2 (100 SERIES) – FARM TUBE BIN UNLOAD SYSTEM Figure 59. Placement for the Brand Logo Decal BU-0101704 R3...
Warranty Period. Labor costs associated with the repair of the warrantied equipment are not covered by AGI. Any defects must be reported to AGI before the expiry of the Warranty Period and defective parts identified during the Warranty Period must be returned to the factory, or an authorized AGI dealer or distributor, with transportation charges prepaid.
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Westeel is an AGI Brand. AGI is a leading provider of equipment solutions for agriculture bulk commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain, and feed systems with a growing platform in providing equipment and solutions for food processing facilities. AGI has manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Brazil, South Africa, India and Italy and distributes its products globally.
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