Start Up & Break In - HARVEST H1394XT Operator's Manual

4.3 Start Up & Break In
DANGER:
Electrocution Hazard! Make sure that all unauthorized personnel are
clear from the operation zone. This auger is not insulated. Be alert to
overhead obstructions and electrical wires. Electrocution can occur
without direct contact. Do not raise or lower auger until hazardous area
is cleared. Failure to maintain proper clearance can result in serious
injury or death.
Have you completed the pre-operational checklist? If everything is
satisfactory, prepare for a 30 minute operation at half speed to break in
your auger. Double check that the intake hopper is properly positioned,
and the PTO drive on the tractor is in the off position.
NOTICE:
When starting the auger for the first time, be prepared for an emergency
shutdown in case of excessive vibration or noise. The auger may run
roughly until the tube is polished.
Start the tractor and idle at low RPM. Slowly engage the PTO driveline.
Gradually begin to feed grain into the intake hopper, bringing the speed
of the PTO to 200 RPM. Do not over-feed the hopper on initial loads;
keep the feed of the grain at half capacity. After the auger tube is
polished and runs smoothly, proceed to unload at full speed (at but not
to exceed 540 RPM for maximum efficiency).
Upon completion of initial run, slow down until the auger is empty of
grain, and stop auger. Lock out the power source and conduct a
complete inspection of the auger, following the pre-operation checklist.
After the initial start up and inspection, the auger should be shut down
and inspected at least three times during the first hours of operation.
Once your auger is broken in, the pre-operation checklist should be part
of the daily routine before you operate the auger.
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