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Grain Carts Dual-Auger Model 1950 Beginning With Serial Number D43840100 Part No. 25141...
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The information, specifications, and illustrations in the manual are based on information available at the time it was written. Due to continuing improvements in the design and manufacture of Unverferth products, all specifications and information contained herein are subject to change without notice.
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Product Information Please fill out and retain this portion for your records. All products manufactured by Unverferth Mfg. Co., Inc. are warranted to be free from material and workmanship defects for one full year from time of consumer delivery. Your local dealer will gladly assist you with any warranty questions.
GRAIN CARTS — Introduction Table of Contents SECTION I Safety General Hazard Information ....................... 1-2 Safety Decals ..........................1-3 Follow Safety Instructions ......................1-4 Before Servicing ......................... 1-5 Before Operating ........................1-5 During Operation ........................1-6 Before Transporting ........................1-6 During Transport .........................
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GRAIN CARTS — Introduction Table of Contents SECTION II Set Up Pre-Delivery Checklist ........................ 2-2 General Set Up Information ....................... 2-2 Hitch Installation ........................2-3 Wheels/Tire Set Up ........................2-3 Sideboards ..........................2-4 Transport Lighting and Markings ....................2-5 Tank Tie Rods ..........................2-6 Coupling PTO Driveshaft ......................
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GRAIN CARTS — Introduction Table of Contents SECTION III Operation Operating Checklist ........................3-2 Preparing Tractor ........................3-2 Hitching to Tractor ........................3-5 Towing ............................3-9 Auger Operation ........................3-10 Operating Chain Oiler ......................3-11 FOR TARP INFORMATION, PLEASE REFER TO YOUR TARP MANUAL. FOR SCALE INFORMATION, PLEASE REFER TO YOUR SCALE MANUAL.
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— Safety GRAIN CARTS SECTION I Safety General Hazard Information ....................... 1-2 Safety Decals ..........................1-3 Follow Safety Instructions ......................1-4 Before Servicing ......................... 1-5 Before Operating ........................1-5 During Operation ........................1-6 Before Transporting ........................1-6 During Transport ......................... 1-6 Driveline Safety ..........................
— Safety GRAIN CARTS Safety Decals • Replace lost, damaged, painted, oR unReadable decals immediately. if paRts that have decals aRe Replaced, also make suRe to install new DECALS. THESE DECALS INFORM AND REMIND THE OPERATOR WITH OPERATIONAL INFORMATION AND SAFETY MESSAGES. Part No.
— Safety GRAIN CARTS Follow Safety Instructions • Read and understand this operator’s manual before operating. • All machinery should be operated only by trained and authorized personnel. • To prevent machine damage, use only attachments and service parts approved by the manufacturer. •...
— Safety GRAIN CARTS Before Servicing • Avoid working under an implement; however, if it becomes absolutely unavoidable, make sure the implement is safely blocked. • Ensure that all applicable safety decals are installed and legible. • To prevent personal injury or death, always ensure that there are people who remain outside the cart to assist the person working inside, and that all safe workplace practices are followed.
— Safety GRAIN CARTS During Operation • Regulate speed to field conditions. Maintain complete control at all times. • Never service or lubricate equipment when in operation. • Keep away from overhead power lines. Electrical shock can cause serious injury or death.
— Safety GRAIN CARTS Driveline Safety • Do not allow children near equipment that is running or engaged. • Do not exceed 1000 rpm PTO speed. • Disengage the PTO, stop the tractor engine, and remove key from ignition before making inspections, or performing maintenance and repairs.
— Safety GRAIN CARTS Pressurized Oil • Relieve the hydraulic system of all pressure before adjusting or servicing. See hydraulic power unit manual for procedure to relieve pressure. • High-pressure fluids can penetrate the skin and cause serious injury or death. Use cardboard or wood to detect leaks in the hydraulic system.
— Safety GRAIN CARTS Preparing for Emergencies • Keep a first aid kit and properly rated fire extinguisher nearby. • Keep emergency numbers for fire, rescue, and poison control personnel near the phone. Wearing Protective Equipment • Wear clothing and personal protective equipment appropriate for the job. •...
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— Set Up GRAIN CARTS SECTION II Set Up Pre-Delivery Checklist ........................ 2-2 General Set Up Information ....................... 2-2 Hitch Installation ........................2-3 Wheels/Tire Set Up ........................2-3 Sideboards ..........................2-4 Transport Lighting and Markings ....................2-5 Tank Tie Rods ..........................2-6 Coupling PTO Driveshaft ......................
— Set Up GRAIN CARTS Pre-Delivery Checklist After the cart has been completely assembled, use the following checklist and inspect the cart. Check off each item as it is found satisfactory or after proper adjustment is made. o Torque wheel nuts as specified in MAINTENANCE section. o Axles are adjusted from shipping position to desired operating position.
— Set Up GRAIN CARTS Hitch Installation 1. Insert hitch into frame weldment and secure using coupler (102586) and 1”-8 x 6” capscrew (91299-195), 1” lock washer (9404-041), and 1”-8 hex nut (9394-020). FIG. 2-1 OM-02476A Wheel/Tire Set Up Tire Pressure Tire pressure must be verified before first use and adjusted as necessary.
— Set Up GRAIN CARTS Sideboards Sideboards are shipped either completely assembled or folded down. If your cart was shipped with the sideboards folded down proceed as follows: 1. Unfold the front and rear sideboards after removing and discarding shipping straps. Raise the right- hand sideboard and secure it to the front and rear sideboards using screws/large flange 5/16”- 18UNC x 1”...
GRAIN CARTS Transport Lighting and Markings NOTE: Unverferth Manufacturing has designed the transport lighting and marking kit to meet United States federal law and ASABE standards at the time of manufacture. Machine modifications, including additional features or changes to the intended configurations, may require updates to the lighting and marking as well.
— Set Up GRAIN CARTS Tank Tie Rods FIG. 2-3 25279B • Tie rods are located inside the cart for ship- Rods ping. 1. Secure tie rods (25279B) as shown to inside of cart with hardware provided. See Fig. 2-3 & 2-4.
— Set Up GRAIN CARTS Ladder Installation • to pRevent peRsonal injuRy oR DEATH ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE WHO REMAIN OUTSIDE THE CART TO ASSIST THE PERSON woRking inside the caRt, and that ALL SAFE WORK PLACE PRACTICES ARE FOLLOWED.
— Set Up GRAIN CARTS Optional Adjustable Canvas Spout Installation 1. For ease of installation, auger should be in FIG. 2-7 transport position. 2. Remove the rubber chute. Save the steel straps and enough hardware to reassemble them. (See Fig. 2-7) 3.
— Set Up GRAIN CARTS Optional Directional Downspout #24391 Installation FIG. 2-8 1. Remove the standard chute shown in Fig. 2-8 and attach the new directional downspout with the hardware provided. 2. Attach the adapter (95193) to the cylinder on the directional downspout (Fig.
— Set Up GRAIN CARTS Chain Oiler #23250 Installation • EYE PROTECTION AND OTHER AP- CHAIN PROPRIATE PERSONAL PROTECTIvE OILER EQUIPMENT MUST BE WORN WHILE SERvICING THE IMPLEMENT. 1. Park the empty cart on a firm, level surface. Block the tires on the machine to keep it from moving.
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— Set Up GRAIN CARTS Chain Oiler #23250 Installation (Continued) 11. Insert the brush (96863) into the bracket (23111) FIG. 2-22 and secure with 3/8” flat washer (9405-076) and elbow (98134) as shown in Fig. 2-23. The brushes must be mounted with a slight flex as shown in Fig.
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— Set Up GRAIN CARTS Chain Oiler #23250 Installation (Continued) FIG. 2-26 19. Attach the 10” long plastic tube (23161) ends to the “Y” fitting (98610) (Fig. 2-26). 20. Attach the 18” long plastic tube (105538) to the bottom of the “Y” fitting (98610) as shown in Fig.
— Operation GRAIN CARTS SECTION III Operation Operating Checklist ........................3-2 Preparing Tractor ........................3-2 Hitching to Tractor ........................3-5 Towing ............................3-9 Auger Operation ........................3-10 Operating Chain Oiler ......................3-11 FOR TARP INFORMATION, PLEASE REFER TO YOUR TARP MANUAL. FOR SCALE INFORMATION, PLEASE REFER TO YOUR SCALE MANUAL.
— Operation GRAIN CARTS Operating Checklist o Read and understand all safety precautions before operating cart. o Check axle spacing to be sure axle is adjusted from shipping position to desired operating width. (If Applicable) o Check to be sure all the reflective decals and the SMV sign are clearly visible with the cart attached to the tractor.
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— Operation GRAIN CARTS Preparing Cart Perform the service checks as outlined below. Repair or replace any damaged or worn parts before operating. Hardware Check for loose bolts and nuts, and tighten as needed. Check again after the first half-day of operation.
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— Operation GRAIN CARTS Preparing Cart (continued) Hydraulic System Check all hoses and cylinders for signs of leakage. Hoses should not be kinked, twisted or rubbing against sharp edges. Re-route or repair hoses as necessary. Refer to SAFETY section for additional information on safe repair and inspection of hydraulic components. Tires/Wheels Check tire pressures and maintain at recommended values listed in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual.
— Operation GRAIN CARTS Hitching to Tractor Drawbar Connection This cart is intended to be hitched to a tractor drawbar. Do not attempt to hitch to any other location on the tractor other than the drawbar. Make sure sufficient counterweight is used on the tractor’s front-end. The cart is equipped standard with a single tang hitch.
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— Operation GRAIN CARTS Hitching to Tractor (continued) Transport Chain Connection • always use tRanspoRt chain when tRanspoRting implements. failuRe to USE A TRANSPORT CHAIN COULD CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY IF CART BECOMES DISENGAGED. Always use intermediate chain support when connecting the grain cart directly to a tractor. DO NOT use the intermediate chain support as the chain attaching point.
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— Operation GRAIN CARTS Hitching to Tractor (continued) Clean hydraulic hose couplers before connecting to the tractor. For convenience, it is recommended to connect the flow door hoses to tractor implement coupler #1, and attach auger fold hoses to coupler #2. This unit is equipped with color bands attached to the hydraulic hoses.
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Hitching to Tractor (continued) Electrical Connections NOTE: Unverferth Manufacturing has designed the transport lighting and marking kit to meet United States federal law and ASABE standards at the time of manufacture. Machine modifications, including additional features or changes to the intended configurations, may require updates to the lighting and marking as well.
— Operation GRAIN CARTS Towing This cart is not equipped with brakes. Ensure that the towing vehicle has adequate weight and braking capacity to tow this implement. See towing vehicle manual for towing capacity. Never tow a loaded grain cart over public roads. Do not exceed 10 mph during off-highway travel.
— Operation GRAIN CARTS Auger Operation PTO Driven Auger • electRocution will cause seRious injuRy oR death. the GRAIN CART IS NOT INSULATED. KEEP AWAY FROM ALL ELECTRI- CAL LINES AND DEvICES. ELECTROCUTION CAN OCCUR WITHOUT DIRECT CONTACT. • neveR enteR caRt with augeR oR tRactoR Running. seRious oR fatal in- JURY CAN OCCUR DUE TO ENTANGLEMENT WITH ROTATING COMPONENTS.
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— Operation GRAIN CARTS Operating The Chain Oiler #23250 • moving oR Rotating components can cause seRious injuRy oR death. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE SERvICING. ENSURE THE SER- vice coveRs, chain/belt coveRs and clean-out dooR(s) aRe in place and SECURELY FASTENED BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE.
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— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS Lubrication To keep your grain cart in top operating condition and to assure its proper performance and reliability for a long period of time, a periodic inspection and lubrication is a must. ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION Linkage Pivot Rear Cart Pivot (1 Shot Daily) Hinge Tube...
— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS Seasonal Storage Selecting Proper Tractor Approx. loaded cart weight -> 68,400 Lbs. Approx. loaded cart hitch weight -> 5,000 Lbs. Always open flow door and auger cleanout doors to remove any remaining grain and to allow moisture to dry. Wash machine inside and out before storing to remove dirt and debris that can draw and collect moisture.
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— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS Electrical 7-Way Plug Schematic The following schematic complies with ANSI/ASABE Standards for new production tractors. Wiring specifications may be different for older tractor models. Consult your tractor operator’s manual or dealer for proper wiring and installation (Fig. 4-2). GRAIN CART WIRES White -- Ground Green -- RH amber flasher...
— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS U-Joints & Gearbox The U-joint will give you many years of service if grease is applied to each joint and spline weekly. For maximum gearbox life: -- Check oil level every week -- Replace oil every season, fill to fluid level or 2 pints 90 weight oil Tires/Wheels Check tire pressures and maintain at recommended values listed in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual.
— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS Drivetrain Inspection To insure long life and dependable service from your grain cart, the drivetrain should be inspected after the first 5 loads, at the beginning of each season and after every 25 loads or annually thereafter, whichever comes first. Remove inspection cover and proceed as follows: - Make a general inspection of drivetrain looking for loose hardware.
— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS Drive Sprockets (Continued) Hole Configuration of Drive Sprocket REMOVAL 1. Remove all set or cap screws. OM02512 2. Insert set or cap screw in hole indicated by on diagram. Loosen bushing by tightening set or cap screw.
— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS Flow Control Gates Flow Control Indicator The Flow Control Gates are designed to prevent grain from putting an excess load on the horizontal auger during initial start-up. If gates are not working properly check: -- each pivot, on each end of gate, for wear or tightness.
— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS PTO Shaft & Clutch Lubrication (Figs. D1-D6) Lubricate with quality grease before starting work and every 8 operating hours. Clean and grease PTO driveshaft before each prolonged period of non-use. Molded nipples on the shield near each shield bearing are intended as grease fittings and should be lubricated every 8 hours of operation! Telescoping members must have lubrication to operate successfully regardless of whether a grease fitting is provided for that purpose!
— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS PTO Shaft & Clutch (Continued) Chains (Figs. G1-G3) NOTE: The chain is intended to prevent the shield from rotating against non-moving parts and thereby preventing shield damage. properly installed chain will increase the service life of the shield. 1.
— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS PTO Shaft & Clutch (Continued) To Assemble Cone Figs. (L1-L3) 1. Dismantle guard (Figs. J1 - J3). Remove old cone (e.g. cut open with knife). Take off chain. Place neck of new cone in hot water (approx 80°...
— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS PTO Quick Disconnect (Continued) Quick Disconnect Disassembly 1. Compression Spring 2. Ball 3. Lock Collar 4. Back-up ring 5. Snap ring * Back-up ring * (For some clutch types, place additional back up ring first). Compress lock collar (#3) and remove snap right (#5).
— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS PTO Quick Disconnect (Continued) Clutch Disassembly Tighten the four hex nuts (12) uniformly until the clutch pack and hub are loose. Use special tool 9002007 to bend all four retaining lugs back on the edge of the clutch housing. Remove the thrust plate with Belleville springs to get at the friction disks, drive plates and hub for inspection and service.
— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS Auger Maintenance Horizontal Auger Annually check all bolts, nuts, and set screws. Perform lubrication as specified. Vertical Auger FIG. 4-7 Annually check all bolts, nuts and set screws. Per- form lubrication as specified. NOTE: The lower auger position is indexed from the drive dog/tube flange hinge surface, as shown.
— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS Wheel, Hub and Spindle Disassembly and Assembly • tipping oR movement of the machine can cause seRious injuRy oR death. BE SURE MACHINE IS SECURELY BLOCKED. • falling objects can cause seRious injuRy oR death. do not woRk undeR THE MACHINE AT ANY TIME WHILE BEING HOISTED.
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— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS Wheel, Hub and Spindle Disassembly and Assembly 5. Inspect the spindle and replace if necessary. If spindle does not need to be replaced, skip to Step 6; otherwise continue with Step 5. Remove the bolt and lock nut that retains the spindle to the axle. Using a lifting device rated for 200 lbs, replace the old spindle with a new spindle.
— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS Wheels and Tires Wheel Nut Torque Requirements • impRopeRly toRqued wheel nuts/bolts can cause a loss of implement contRol and machine damage. toRque wheel nuts/bolts to values in table. check toRque befoRe use, afteR one houR of unloaded use oR afteR fiRst load, and each load until wheel nuts/bolts maintain toRque vALUE.
— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS Wheels and Tires (continued) Tire Pressure The following is to be used as a general guide for tire inflation and figures can vary depending on specific brand of tire used. It is important that tires are inspected after unit is loaded.
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— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS Wheels and Tires (continued) Tire Pressure (continued) Tire Pressure for Grain Carts Tire Pressure for Grain Carts Load Index / Ply Load Index / Ply Max. PSI Tire Make Part Number Tire Size Rating Max. PSI Tire Make Part Number Tire Size...
— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS Complete Torque Chart Capscrews - Grade 5 NOTE: • Grade 5 capscrews can be identified by three radial dashes on the head. • For wheel torque requirements, refer to Wheels and Tires. • Tighten U-bolts to have the same number of threads exposed on each end. FOOT NEWTON SIZE...
— Maintenance GRAIN CARTS Hydraulic Fittings – Torque and Installation SAE Flare Connection (J. I. C.) 1. Tighten nut with finger until it bottoms the seat. 2. Using a wrench, rotate nut to tighten. Turn nut 1/3 turn to apply proper torque. SAE Straight Thread O-Ring Seal 1.
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Two Wires IDENTIFICATION. VENDOR P/N: Ground and Power THIS DRAWING IS PROPERTY OF WEIGHT PAINT SQ MAT'L (connects to auger 0.0 lbmass UNVERFERTH AS PURCHASED INCHES light wiring harness) REV LEVEL ALL DIMENSIONS INCHES UNLESS NOTED LATEST CN RELEASE CN6846-4 TOLERANCE MANUFACTURING CO., INC.
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