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PTO HORSEPOWER REQUIREMENTS
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PTO horsepower requirements are based on most normal dairy or beef rations. Horsepower requirements may vary
depending on the ration or material to be mixed.
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Refer to tractor weight requirements for these recommendations and transporting safety precautions for additional
tractor and towing requirements.
DRAWBAR ATTACHING SYSTEM
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Adjust tractor drawbar and/or the mixer clevis hitch so that the mixer is approximtely level. The top of the drawbar
should be 8"-12" below the tractor PTO shaft. Adjust the drawbar horizontally so that the hitch pin hole is 14"-16"
behind the tractor PTO and the drawbar is centered and locked into place.
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A hitch pin with a minumum of 1" diameter with a retainer pin is recommended.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
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Dual hydraulic outlets are required for operating the door and either the slide tray or the powerchute. If your tractor
has only a single set of ports, then either the 3 bank valve option or one of the 2 hose with manual selector valve
options should be ordered. On units with the power chute option, the chute hoses may be difficult to connect due
to the chute weight on the lift cylinder. Lift weight off chute cylinder to connect hoses. Tractor hydraulic system
requirements are 6 GPM @ 1500 PSI when a slide tray is used, 15 GPM @2000 PSI when a 3-auger power chute is used.
To avoid personal injury: The hopper floor may be slippery and the auger can spin unexpectedly when stepped on.
Use caution when stepping or standing inside the unit, place a protective cover over the auger knives when work
inside the box is required.
POWER CHUTE ADJUSTMENT (OPTIONAL)
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To adjust the height of the power chute, change the length of the link chains on the sides of the chute. For best
performance, the unloading height should be set at the lowest height possible. The discharge tip-off on the power
chute should be adjusted for correct magnet and discharge angle. Remove or loosen the upper bolts, pivot the tip
off to the desired angles and reinstall or retighten all bolts.
MIXER RUN-IN
A. Before Starting:
•Be sure all shields are properly in place.
•Cycle the unloading door and conveyor several times to fully charge the hydraulic system with oil.
•Be sure that the augers and reel can turn freely.
•Check for debris and/or any other items that could block or affect machine operation.
•Be sure that drain plugs are installed and the door is closed.
B.
Test run the mixer.
• Make sure mixer is empty, then start the mixer.
• Run for at least five minutes at recommended RPM.
• Raise and lower the door and operate the conveyor/slide tray several times.
• Disengage the mixer and turn off the tractor engine and remove the ignition key.
• Check the mixer drive components to be sure they are not abnormally hot.
C. After operating for ½ hour:
•Check that all bolts and fasteners are all tightened properly. (See Torque Spec.)
•Check that all wheel nuts are tight.
•Check the augers and reel. Remove all string, twine, or other entangled material.
•Check that no hoses are pinched, rubbing, or being crimped. Re-align as required.
•Check for oil leaks. Stop leaks before continuing.
•Lubricate all grease fittings.
D. After operating for 5 hours and 10 hours:
•Re-torque all wheel nuts, fasteners, and hardware.
•Check the augers and reel. Remove all string, twine, or other entangled material.
•Proceed with normal servicing and maintenance schedule as defined in the Maintenance Section
If any of these items are not running as indicated, immediately repair or contact your service representative.
OPERATION
REPLACEMENT PARTS
MIXER SETUP
MIXER SETUP
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READ complete manual CAREFULLY
BEFORE attempting operation.
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