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AGI MKX2 Series Assembly Manual

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MKX² & HX² 13" Series
Swing-Away Grain Auger
Assembly Manual
This manual applies to:
AGI Westfield MKX² 13-64, 13-74
AGI Hutchinson HX² 13-64
AGI Mayrath HX² 13-64
Read this manual before using product. Failure to
follow instructions and safety precautions can
result in serious injury, death, or property
damage. Keep manual for future reference.
Part Number: 31179 R0
Revised: November 2022
Original Instructions

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  • Page 1 MKX² & HX² 13" Series Swing-Away Grain Auger Assembly Manual This manual applies to: AGI Westfield MKX² 13-64, 13-74 AGI Hutchinson HX² 13-64 AGI Mayrath HX² 13-64 Read this manual before using product. Failure to Part Number: 31179 R0 follow instructions and safety precautions can...
  • Page 2 New in this Manual The following changes have been made in this revision of the manual: Description Section This is a new manual.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER CONTENTS 1. Introduction ............................5 2. Safety............................... 6 2.1 Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words..................6 2.2 General Safety Information....................... 6 2.3 Rotating Flighting Safety ......................7 2.4 Rotating Parts Safety......................... 7 2.5 Hand Winch Safety ........................
  • Page 4 MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 6.1 Bolt Torque..........................54 7. AGI Limited Warranty........................... 55 31179 R0...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    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.

  • Page 6: Safety

    2. SAFETY MKX² & 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.

  • Page 7: Rotating Flighting Safety

    2. SAFETY MKX² & 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. •...

  • Page 8: Hydraulic Winch Safety

    2. SAFETY MKX² & 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. •...

  • Page 9: Hydraulic Power Safety

    2. SAFETY MKX² & 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.

  • Page 10: Tire Safety

    2. SAFETY MKX² & 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. •...

  • Page 11: Safety Equipment

    2. SAFETY MKX² & 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 •...

  • Page 12: Decal Installation/Replacement

    2. SAFETY MKX² & 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.
  • Page 13 2. SAFETY MKX² & 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.
  • Page 14 2. SAFETY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Part Number Description 20816 DANGER ELECTROCUTION HAZARD To prevent death or serious injury: • When operating or moving, keep equipment away from overhead power lines and devices. •...
  • Page 15 2. SAFETY MKX² & 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. •...
  • Page 16 2. SAFETY MKX² & 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. •...
  • Page 17 2. SAFETY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Part Number Description 20805 WARNING HIGH PRESSURE FLUID HAZARD Hydraulic fluid can cause serious injury if it Hydraulic fluid can cause serious injury if it penetrates the skin.
  • Page 18 2. SAFETY MKX² & 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. •...
  • Page 19 2. SAFETY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Part Number Description 17107 CAUTION To prevent personal injury or damage to equipment, close valve in lift cylinder hydraulic line after raising equipment into position. 17531 NOTICE To prevent...
  • Page 20 2. SAFETY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Table 1 Safety Decals (continued) Part Number Description 18859 NOTICE Disconnect PTO driveline from tractor before moving equipment. If attached, driveline will bottom out, severely damaging the CV u-joint and lower flight shaft.

  • Page 21: Features

    3. FEATURES MKX² & 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 Cable Roller Hydraulic Cylinders Lift Arm Stabilizer Brace 10 Track Cable Adjustment...
  • Page 22 3. FEATURES MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Swing Features Spout Head Service Cover Swing Tube Maintenance Hatch Hopper Flights and Flight Guarding Overflow Panel Grain Transfer Boot Features Hitch Jack Hitch PTO Holder Hose Holder Ball Valve External Check Valve Clean-Out Hatch Side Access Panel...

  • Page 23: Assembly

    Take pictures of shipments prior to, or just after, unloading if there are any damages. Report missing or damaged parts immediately to ensure that proper credit is received from AGI or your representative, and to ensure that any missing parts can be shipped quickly to avoid holding up the assembly process.

  • Page 24: Tube Layout And Branding Decal Placement

    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. 64' Auger Tube Sections MODEL/SIZE DECAL AGI DECAL 35" (89 cm) 258" (655 cm) BRAND DECAL 104"...
  • Page 25 4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Figure 2. 74' Auger Tube Sections MODEL/SIZE DECAL AGI DECAL 35" (89 cm) 258" (655 cm) BRAND DECAL 185" (470 cm) Apply the Logo and Model Decals on the Auger Tubes Important Do not cover any existing safety or instruction decals with the model decals.

  • Page 26: Install Hydraulic Lift Cylinders

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & 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. •...

  • Page 27: Connect Auger Tube Sections Together

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.6. Connect Auger Tube Sections Together Important Always strap tubes to the support stands to prevent the tubes from rolling off the stands. 1. Bolt tube sections together (see Figure 3 on page 27 for details), working from the discharge end (upper tube) toward the intake end (lower tube):...

  • Page 28: Install The Track Shoe, Track Stop, And Cable Roller

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.7. Install the Track Shoe, Track Stop, and Cable Roller Assembly Notes: • Slide Track Shoe onto track before attaching upper track stop. • The lower track stop is only installed on the 64' model. •...
  • Page 29 4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Cable Roller Locations 64' Model 74' Model Cable Roller Lock Nut, 7/16" Bolt, 7/16" x 1-1/4" 31179 R0...

  • Page 30: Install The Boot On The Auger Tube

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & 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;...

  • Page 31: Install The Boot Tow Bar

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & 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" 31179 R0...

  • Page 32: Set The Thrust Adjuster

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & 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).

  • Page 33: Install Truss Support Brackets

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.11. Install Truss Support Brackets Truss Bracket, High Truss Bracket, Standard Truss Cable Bracket Bolt, 7/16" x 1-1/4" Lock Nut, 7/16" 31179 R0...

  • Page 34: Install Truss Cable

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 64' Truss Supports 74' Truss Supports 4.12. Install Truss Cable Minimum Turn Back Length 9-1/2" 8-1/2" (24 cm) (21.6 cm) Assembly Note: • Position the nuts on the eyebolt part way up the threads. Cable Cable Clamp, 5/16"...
  • Page 35 4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 64' Models 74' Models 1. Thread one end of the truss cable through the eyebolt and double-back 9-1/2" (24 cm) of cable. Secure the cable in place by installing and tightening two 3/8" cable clamps. a.
  • Page 36 4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Nut Torque Cable Clamp 20 ft·lb 5/16" 30 ft·lb 3/8" 31179 R0...

  • Page 37: Assemble The Frame

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.13. Assemble the Frame 1. Fasten the lower reach arms (1, 2) to the axle (3) with three 5/8" x 2" bolts and lock nuts on each side. 2. Attach long cross member (7) to bottom of large brackets on the lower reach arms with two 5/8" x 2" bolts and lock nuts.

  • Page 38: Connect The Auger Tube To The Frame

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.14. Connect the Auger Tube to the Frame 1. Raise the discharge end of auger with a front end loader and a strong sling/chain or block and tackle. The height should be sufficient to clear the undercarriage assembly.

  • Page 39: Install The Auger Tube Lift Cylinders And Cables

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Stabilizer Bracket, LH Bolt, 1" x 3-1/2" (64' Only) Stabilizer Bracket, RH Bolt, 1" x 3-3/4" (74' Only) Bolt, 1" x 3-1/2" Lock Nut, 5/8" Flat Washer, 1" Upper Reach Arm Frame Cross Braces Short Spacer Bushing Long Spacer Bushing...

  • Page 40: Connect Hydraulic Hoses

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Figure 6. Connecting the Lift Cylinder Cables to the Track Shoe Track Shoe Hydraulic Lift Cylinder Upper Track Stop Cable Roller Cable Clamp, 5/16" 4.16. Connect Hydraulic Hoses Note Determine right or left side of auger by standing at intake end facing top discharge end.
  • Page 41 4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Assembly Note: • Hydraulic hoses should run along the lift cylinders, until they can tuck into the clasps. Hydraulic Hose, 3/8" x 160" (64' Models) Hydraulic Hose, 3/8" x 114" (64' Models) Hydraulic Hose, 3/8"...

  • Page 42: Connect The Pto Driveline

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.17. Connect the PTO Driveline Assembly Notes: • Clean paint or dirt off of PTO driveline and flighting shaft ends. • Make sure that the square key is in place on the flighting shaft. Sprocket Cover Bolt, 1/2"...

  • Page 43: Install Low Profile Intake Hopper

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & 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.
  • Page 44 4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & 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...
  • Page 45 4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & 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.

  • Page 46: Install The Frame Deflector Plates

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.19. Install the Frame Deflector Plates For the 64’ model, install a frame deflector plate assembly on each side of the auger frame to prevent the hopper from impacting the frame when it is lifted into transport position. For both lower reach arms (left side and right side): 1.

  • Page 47: Install The Hopper Lift Arm And Winch

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.20. 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. •...
  • Page 48 4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER Augers with 15' Swing Tube Assembly (Optional) This option is only available for 74' models. Assembly Notes: • Determine which side of the auger the hopper will be operating on. •...
  • Page 49 4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & 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.

  • Page 50: Hopper Transport Position

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.21. 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) This option is only available for 74' models.

  • Page 51: Install The Hitch Jack

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.22. 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.

  • Page 52: Install The Plastic Manual Container

    4. ASSEMBLY MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 4.23. 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 4.24.

  • Page 53: Specifications

    5. SPECIFICATIONS MKX² & HX² 13" SERIES – SWING-AWAY GRAIN AUGER 5. Specifications Specification 13-64 13-74 13" (33.0 cm) Tube Size CAPACITIES Unloading Rate 8700-9600 Bu/Hr TRANSPORT DIMENSIONS Length 67' 6" (20.6 m) 78' (23.8 m) 124" 130" Width (3.15 m) (3.30 m) Height 12' 8"...

  • Page 54: Appendix

    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 Threads per Recommended Torque (ft-lb)
  • Page 55 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”).
  • Page 56 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.

This manual is also suitable for:

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