Before assembling, please read this manual. Familiarize yourself with the process and the necessary precautions for efficient and safe assembly of this AGI Swing-Away Grain Auger. Everyone present at the assembly site is required to be familiar with all safety precautions.
2. SAFETY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 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 MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 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 MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 2.6. Hydraulic Winch Safety When Equipped: • Keep away from rotating cable drum and winch cable. Do not touch or grab cable while winch is being operated or use hands to guide the cable. •...
2. SAFETY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 2.7.2 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.
2. SAFETY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 2.8. 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. •...
2. SAFETY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Steel-Toe Boots • Wear steel-toe boots to protect feet from falling debris. Work Gloves • Wear work gloves to protect your hands from sharp and rough edges. Dust Mask •...
2. SAFETY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 2.11.1 Decal Installation/Replacement 1. Decal area must be clean and dry, with a temperature above 50°F (10°C). 2. Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper. 3.
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2. SAFETY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Table 1. Safety Decals Part Number Description 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 MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Part Number Description 201199 DANGER DANGER ROTATING FLIGHTING INSIDE ROTATING PTO DRIVELINE To prevent serious injury or death, do To prevent serious injury or death: not operate auger unless swing-hop- •...
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2. SAFETY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Part Number Description 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 MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Part Number Description 20811 WARNING UPENDING HAZARD To prevent death or serious injury: • Anchor intake end and/or support discharge end to prevent upending. •...
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2. SAFETY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Part Number Description 20807 WARNING To prevent serious injury or death: • Read and understand the manual before assembling, operating, or maintaining the equipment. •...
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2. SAFETY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Part Number Description 20803 WARNING MISSING GUARD HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death, shut off power and reattach guard before operating machine. 20809 WARNING To prevent serious injury or death: •...
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2. SAFETY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Part Number Description 20812 WARNING ROLLOVER / TRANSPORT HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death: • Fully extend axles before raising tube. • Retract axles before transporting. 17107 CAUTION To prevent personal injury or...
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2. SAFETY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Part Number Description 17531 NOTICE To prevent damage during auger- to-tractor hookup: • Follow dimensions above for correct auger-to-tractor hookup. • Auger must be on level ground and in full down position when measuring.
3. FEATURES MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 3. Features Read this section to familiarize yourself with the basic component names and functions of the auger. Boot Discharge Spout Truss Tower Swing Tube Side Truss Adjustable Stabilizer Brace Lift Arm Hydraulic Cylinders Cable Adjustment...
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3. FEATURES MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Swing Features Spout Head Swing Arm Maintenance Hatch Hopper Flights and Flight Guarding Grain Transfer Boot Features Hitch Jack Hitch PTO Holder Hose Holder Ball Valve External Check Valve Clean-Out Hatch Side Access Panel Manual Winch (Hopper)
4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4. 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. 4.1. 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.
Otherwise, use some form of shim to keep the tubes level across all of the support stands. Important Strap tubes to the support stands to prevent the tubes from rolling off the stands. Figure 1. 84' Auger Tube Sections MODEL/SIZE DECAL AGI DECAL 35" (89 cm) 258" (655 cm) BRAND DECAL 3"...
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4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Apply the Logo and Model Decals on the Auger Tubes Important Do not cover any existing safety or instruction decals with the model decals. 1. Prepare surface by cleaning thoroughly with soap and water. Surface must be clean and free of dirt, grime, rust and oil.
4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.5. Install Hydraulic Lift Cylinders Assembly Notes: • Rotate tube so that the cylinder mount brackets are facing up. • Hydraulic Lift Cylinders must be positioned with the rod end towards the discharge end. •...
4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.6. Connect Auger Tubes and Side Trussing Long Side Trussing at Tube Connections Assembly Notes: • Always strap tubes to the support stands to prevent the tubes from rolling off the stands. •...
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4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Short Side Trussing — Lower and Upper Tubes Side Truss Bracket, Short Lock Nut, 7/16" Bolt, 7/16" x 1" 31174 R0...
4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.8. Install the Boot on the Auger Tube Components are heavy and create a crushing hazard if improperly handled. Be sure to use proper hoisting equipment and procedures, and ensure lifting apparatus is secure. Lock out the lifting apparatus before working around or under the raised components;...
4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.9. Install the Boot Tow Bar Tow Bar Assembly Reducer/Reverser Reverser Bolt, 3/4" x 5-1/2" Regular Lock Nut, 3/4" 31174 R0...
4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.10. Set the Thrust Adjuster 1. Remove the dust cap. 2. Turn the nut until it is snug against the bushing, then turn it so that the shaft moves an additional 1/4" (0.6 cm) away from the top plate.
4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.11.2 Top Truss Tube Assembly Notes: • Work from discharge to intake. • Once top trussing is installed, measure each section from the hole of the bottom top tube connection plate to the hole of the tab on the auger tube to ensure they are square and have the same length.
4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Cross Brace — Long Cross Brace Clamp Bolt, 7/16" x 1" Lock Nut, 7/16" 4.11.4 Tube Bow Support auger tube at the discharge end and loosen the 1" UNC Nut of the top tube at that location. Raise end up approximately 2"...
4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Nut Torque Cable Clamp 20 ft·lb 5/16" 30 ft·lb 3/8" 4.13. Assemble the Frame Assembly Note: • Insert a punch tool (P) in the hole shown to align bolt holes from the axle with the lower reach arm. Lower Reach Arm, LH Bolt, 1/2"...
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4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Assembly Note: • Torque the wheel bolts to 100 ft·lb (± 10 ft·lb) using the pattern shown. Lower Reach Arm Lock Nut, 1/2" Cross Brace Tube Axle Assembly Lower Arm Tie Brace Wheel Bolt, 1/2"...
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4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Lower Reach Arm Flat Washer, 1" Upper Lift Arm Medium Spacer Bushing Cross Brace Tube Lock Nut, 1" Upper Arm Tie Brace Bolt, 1/2" x 1-1/2" Bolt, 1" x 3-1/2" Lock Nut, 1/2"...
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4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Assembly Note: • The adjustable stabilizer brace must be installed on the same side as the swing tube and hopper. Short Cross Member Lock Nut, 5/8" Adjustable Stabilizer Brace Bolt, 1"...
4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.14. Connect the Auger Tube to the Frame STRONG SLING OR CHAIN Important Be sure to use proper hoisting equipment and procedures when raising the discharge end of the auger. Lock out the hoist apparatus prior to working around or under the raised tube.
4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.15. Install the Lift Cylinder Cables Track shoe must rest against track stop when adjusting cable. If this isn’t done, the auger can raise higher than designed to lift, resulting in damage to auger and possible injury to personnel.
4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.16. Connect Hydraulic Hoses Wear on hose can cause auger to drop suddenly, causing serious injury or death and damage to the equipment. 1. Attach the hydraulic pressure hose to the lower tee fitting (nearest the auger intake). 2.
4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.17. Connect the PTO Driveline Assembly Note: • Clean paint or dirt off of PTO driveline and flighting shaft ends. Sprocket Cover Bolt, 1/2" x 1-1/4" Detent Pin, 1/4" x 5/8" Roll Pin, 3/8"...
4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.18. Install Low Profile Intake Hopper Components are heavy and create a crushing hazard if improperly handled. Be sure to use proper hoisting equipment and procedures, and ensure lifting apparatus is secure. Lockout the lifting apparatus before working around or under the raised components.
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4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Assembly Notes: • Tighten set screws on u-joints, then close and secure the service door. • There are 3 height settings for the hopper wheels that can be used according to preference. Door Pin Wheel Lynch Pin...
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4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Assembly Notes: • Open the spring clasps and rotate the spout lid open, so that it lies down on the top of the swing tube. • Clean the u-joint spline and splined shaft on the lower gearbox, then apply a light film of grease on this splined shaft.
4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.19. Install the Hopper Lift Arm and Winch Augers with 10' Swing Tube Assembly (Standard) Assembly Notes: • Determine which side of the auger the hopper will be operating on. •...
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4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Augers with 15' Swing Tube Assembly (Optional) Assembly Notes: • Determine which side of the auger the hopper will be operating on. • Position the lift arm assembly on top of the auger tube with the arm overhanging the side that the hopper will be operating on.
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4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Manual Winch Installation Right Side Left Side Assembly Note: • Position the winch assembly on the opposite side that the hopper will be operating on. Boot Winch Assembly Hairpin 31174 R0...
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4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Winch Cable Assembly Notes: • Thread the cable through the hopper lift arm and pull the cable to the winch. • Wrap the cable over and around the winch spool at least three times, then insert the cable end through the hole provided in the side of the spool and secure the end with the provided cable clamp.
4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.20. Hopper Transport Position Augers with 10' Swing Tube Assembly (Standard) Assembly Note: • Feed side of hopper must face the main auger when in transport. Safety Chain Winch Cable Augers with 15' Swing Tube Assembly (Optional) Assembly Note: •...
4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.21. Install the Hitch Jack The jack is attached to the auger with a pin at the pivot point. To install: 1. Elevate the auger boot (intake end) approximately 2’ (61 cm) with a front-end loader and sling, and install the jack in a vertical position.
4. ASSEMBLY MKX², X², HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.22. Install the Plastic Manual Container Assembly Note: • Before beginning installation, ensure that all winch/auger lift controls are locked in place and shut down and/or lock out auger. Plastic Manual Holder Self Tapping Screw 31174 R0...
Tighten all bolts to the torque specified, unless otherwise noted. Check tightness periodically, using Table 2 as a guide. Replace the hardware with the same strength bolt, contact AGI if you are unsure. Table 2. Recommended Bolt Torque Recommended Torque (ft-lb) Threads...
7. AGI Limited Warranty This warranty relates to AGI Augers (the “Product”) sold by AGI, (referred to herein as the “Seller”) and applies only to the first user of the Product (meaning a purchaser directly from the Seller or from an authorized dealer or distributor of the Product, referred to herein as the “Buyer”).
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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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