Operation; Start-Up Procedure For New Systems - Chore-Time FLEX-AUGER 108 Installation And Operator's Manual

Operation

Operation
1.During initial start-up, the boot slide should be only partially open to prevent the full length of auger from
being charged with feed. After that, the boot slide must be fully open for delivery system operation.
2.Do not permit the FLEX-AUGER
system whenever possible. This reduces short cycling by operating on a preset schedule instead of on
demand. It also prevents excessive running of the system if the bin becomes empty. If the optional boot
switch is used, the fill system will shut down when the bin becomes empty.
3.Program the time clock to fill feeders often so the FLEX-AUGER
period of time to get feeders filled. Poultry feeders supplied by the FLEX-AUGER
operated by a time clock so feeders start at the same time. This gives the FLEX-AUGER
chance to keep up with them.
Note: The hopper level control must be positioned low in the last feeder hopper.
4.The red light on the control unit will light if feed has packed inside. If this happens, remove feed from the
drop tube and tap the side of the power unit to clear the safety switch. Keep the hopper level control in
adjustment and positioned straight up and down so the paddle swings freely. The safety switch does not take
the place of the hopper level control.
5.If the FLEX-AUGER
after each running to prevent the feed from setting up in the tubes.
6.The Restrictor in the boot regulates the amount of feed flowing into the auger. Start a new system with the
Restrictor installed as shipped--full length and flush with the front of the boot. Allow the system to polish out
before adjusting the feed flow. Maximum restriction for the boots results when the restrictor is in this
position. If more feed flow is desirable, the restrictor may be shortened. Refer to the section "Restrictor
Adjustment" on page 26.
7.When operating the Straight-Through Tandem System, open the slide on only one bin at a time!
8.Model 108 High-Moisture Corn Applications only: Chore-Time recommends purging the system after the
last feeding each day. Do not allow feed to set in the tubes for more than 24 hours. Additionally, do not allow
the charged system to set idle in freezing conditions for extended periods of time.

Start-Up Procedure for New Systems

Important! DO NOT RUN FEED THROUGH A NEW SYSTEM UNTIL AFTER THIS PROCEDURE
HAS BEEN FOLLOWED OR THE AUGER WILL PLUG AND BIND.
1.Close the Slide on the FLEX-AUGER
2.Operate the system empty for one minute.
3.Open the slide on the FLEX-AUGER
some feed into the boot.
4.Operate the system with the slide in this position until feed has reached the Control
Unit. This removes the manufacturing grease and oil from the auger and tubes. If this
grease and oil is not removed, the feed may bunch up causing the auger to plug and
bind.
5.Now the slide can be fully opened and the system operated normally.
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system to operate empty. Use a time clock or Auger Timer with the
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System must be used to convey high-moisture feed, empty the auger line completely
Model 108 FLEX-AUGER® Feed Delivery System
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System does not have to run a long
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Boot.
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boot no more than 1 inch (25 mm) to allow
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System should be
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System a better
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