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TopDry™ Batchflow – 30 Ft
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30 FT DIAMETER
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PNEG–4830
Version 1.0
Date: 02-10-15
PNEG–4830

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  • Page 1 TopDry™ Batchflow – 30 Ft Models: 30 FT DIAMETER Construction Manual PNEG–4830 Version 1.0 Date: 02-10-15 PNEG–4830...
  • Page 2 All information, illustrations, photos, and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice. Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Safety Precautions ........................5 Safety Guidelines ........................5 Cautionary Symbols ........................7 Safety Decals ..........................8 Safety Sign-off Sheet......................... 11 Chapter 2 General Overview ........................13 General Information........................13 Tools Required for Construction....................13 Guidelines for Proper Storage of Grain Bin Materials Prior to Construction........14 Guidelines for Construction Procedures and Lifting Jack Usage............14 Location of TopDry Components and Accessories ...............16 Chapter 3...
  • Page 4 Chapter 10 Accessories .......................... 111 TopDry Access Door Assembly ....................111 Access Door Platform ......................112 Cross Over Platform Assembly....................114 Door Placement ........................115 Two Ring Door Installation ....................... 115 GSI Group, LLC Limited Warranty ..................121 Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Safety Guidelines ▪ Cautionary Symbols ▪ Safety Decals ▪ Safety Sign-off Sheet Safety Guidelines Safety guidelines are general-to-specific safety rules that must be respected at all times in the grain stor- age environment. Our foremost concern is your safety and the safety of others associated with grain handling equipment.
  • Page 6 Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Follow Safety Instructions — Read and Understand Manual • Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and safety signs on your machine. Keep signs in good condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Be sure new equipment components and repair parts include the current safety signs.

  • Page 7: Cautionary Symbols

    Chapter 1: Safety Precautions • Wear gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges on Gloves plastic or steel parts. • Wear steel-toed boots to help protect your feet from falling Steel-Toed Boots debris. Tuck in any loose or dangling shoestrings. •...

  • Page 8: Safety Decals

    Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Table 1-1 Description of the different cautionary symbols (cont'd.) Symbol Description This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
  • Page 9 (61 cm) porthole door cover and the roof manway cover. If a decal has been damaged or is missing in any of these locations, contact the manufacturer for a free replacement decal. GSI Decals 1004 E. Illinois Street Assumption, IL 62510 Phone: 1–217–226–4421...
  • Page 10 (61 cm) porthole door cover and the roof manway cover. If a decal has been damaged or is missing in any of these locations, contact the manufacturer for a free replacement decal. GSI Decals 1004 E. Illinois Street Assumption, IL 62510 Phone: 1–217–226–4421...

  • Page 11: Safety Sign-Off Sheet

    Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Safety Sign-off Sheet Sign-off sheet verifying that all personnel have read and understood the safety instructions. As a requirement of O.S.H.A., it is necessary for the employer to train the employee in the safe operating and safety procedures for this equipment. This sign-off sheet is provided for your convenience and per- sonal record keeping.
  • Page 12 NOTES Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...

  • Page 13: Chapter 2 General Overview

    These include, but may not be limited to: • A stiffener and sidewall gauge layout chart. If such a chart is not included with this manual, contact GSI. • Roof instructions must be followed. Roof instructions are included in this manual.

  • Page 14: Guidelines For Proper Storage Of Grain Bin Materials Prior To Construction

    Chapter 2: General Overview • Center pole roof support • Step ladders • Large C-clamp or welding V-grip for clamping NOTE: Quantities required will depend on the number of workers and size of the bin. Guidelines for Proper Storage of Grain Bin Materials Prior to Construction Storage of the build materials prior to construction is important.
  • Page 15 12.At the completion of the tank, set stiffeners over the anchor bolts and measure the tank to ensure it is in a round condition. Consult with GSI for questions on tolerances. NOTE: For 2 ring doors or vehicle traffic doors, special placement issues may apply. Consult the special instructions provided with two ring doors or vehicle traffic doors for these options.

  • Page 16: Location Of Topdry Components And Accessories

    Chapter 2: General Overview Location of TopDry Components and Accessories Use the following as a suggested guideline for placing the TopDry components and accessories. When locating the manway, make sure that the outside ladder will not interfere with other accessories below.
  • Page 17 Chapter 2: General Overview Fill system no. 2 Mount even with fan/heater Fill system no. 1 Grain temperature sensor junction box Aeration fan Control fan/heater TopDry drying bin Plenum temperature sensor Grain temperature sensors Fan/heater Drying chamber rotary switch Cable route Eave platform Winch assembly Ladder...
  • Page 18 NOTES Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...

  • Page 19: Chapter 3 Foundation

    Foundation Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Foundation Recommendations ▪ Selecting the Proper Site Location ▪ Scribe the Diameter ▪ Preparing the Foundation Forms ▪ Foundation Forms ▪ Placing the Reinforcement ▪ Anchor Bolt Detail ▪ Anchor Bolt Chart ▪ Inline Centrifugal Fan Pad ▪...

  • Page 20: Preparing The Foundation Forms

    Chapter 3: Foundation Figure 3-1 Scribe the diameter Pointed stake Spike Foundation radius Foundation line 2 Feet 2 x 4 center stake Preparing the Foundation Forms 1. Having scribed the diameter of the foundation, proceed by digging the foundation’s footing, which consists of a large circular trench inside the foundation line.

  • Page 21: Foundation Forms

    Chapter 3: Foundation Foundation Forms Circular foundation forms are commonly used for stiffened farm bins. Figure 3-2 Circular form Footing trench Carpenter’s level Placing the Reinforcement 1. Once the forms and trench have been prepared, begin placing the reinforcement rods and mesh in the foundation’s footing.

  • Page 22: Anchor Bolt Detail

    Chapter 3: Foundation Anchor Bolt Detail The following is the minimum requirement for anchoring a standard bin. • 5/8 in. diameter anchor bolt (A) is the minimum allowed, 3/4 in. diameter anchor bolt (A) is the mini- mum with side draw flume system. •...

  • Page 23: Anchor Bolt Chart

    Chapter 3: Foundation Anchor Bolt Chart Prior to setting any anchor bolts, you must be sure to have the correct anchor bolt placement. Accuracy is very critical for stiffener alignment during bin erection. NOTE: Refer to the proper chart to find the anchor chord dimensions that correspond to the bin that is being built.
  • Page 24 Chapter 3: Foundation The fan foundation and fan must be level and smooth for proper operation. Improper leveling can cause vibration problems. CAUTION Figure 3-4 Centrifugal fan foundation Fan foundation Bin center Bin wall Distance Distance between fan between fan foundation and foundation and E (in.)

  • Page 25: Duct And Drying Fan Pad

    Chapter 3: Foundation Duct and Drying Fan Pad 1. The top of this pad should be level with the top of the bin’s foundation. 2. Recommended pad thickness is 4 in. minimum. 3. Front of pad should be perpendicular to bin wall. The fan foundation and fan must be level and smooth for proper operation.
  • Page 26 Chapter 3: Foundation 4. The foundation must be founded below the frost line or placed on non expansive frost free fill. 5. Lap all circumferential bars 35 bar diameters and stagger all laps in plans 3 ft. NOTE: Estimates do not include end laps. 6.

  • Page 27: Chapter 4 Hardware Requirements

    Hardware Requirements Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Bolt and Nut Pairings ▪ Hardware for 2–Post Sidewall Sheets on 4 in. Corrugation Bins ▪ Bolt Torque Specifications ▪ Identifying Bolt Grades ▪ Color Chart for Bin Hardware Bucket Lids ▪ Bolt Identification Bolt and Nut Pairings This chart lists the correct nut to use with each size of bolt.

  • Page 28: Hardware For 2-Post Sidewall Sheets On 4 In. Corrugation Bins

    Chapter 4: Hardware Requirements Hardware for 2–Post Sidewall Sheets on 4 in. Corrugation Bins Reference the chart for hardware requirements for 2–post sidewall sheet connections. Table 4-1 Hardware for 2–Post Sidewall Sheets on 4 in. Corrugation Bins Horizontal Seam Vertical Seam Bolt Stiffener to Sidewall Overlap Seam Bolt Gauge...

  • Page 29: Identifying Bolt Grades

    CAUTION Grade 2 Bolts Grade 2 bolts are designated with a plain head and are not used in GSI grain bins. Grade 5 Bolts Grade 5 bolts are designated by three slash marks on the head. All 5/16 inch diameter bolts are to be grade 5 or higher.

  • Page 30: Color Chart For Bin Hardware Bucket Lids

    Chapter 4: Hardware Requirements Color Chart for Bin Hardware Bucket Lids For ease of identification, hardware is separated and identified by buckets with color coded lids. Use the following chart to help identify the correct hardware. Buck- JS Part YDP Part Description Color Color...

  • Page 31: Bolt S-7483

    Chapter 4: Hardware Requirements Bolt S-7483 An S–7483 is a 5/16 x 1 1/4 in. JS bolt pre-assembled with a sealing washer. Bolt (S-7483) is used in the following locations: • Use for all stiffener to sidewall to stiffener connections with splice and for all 5 gauge stiffener to sidewall connections.

  • Page 32: Bolt S-7487

    Chapter 4: Hardware Requirements Bolt S-7487 An S–7487 is a 3/8 x 1 in. JS bolt that is pre-assembled with a sealing washer. Bolt (S-7487) is used in the following locations: • Use in all sidewall connections for 13 gauge through 10 gauge sidewall to sidewall sheets.

  • Page 33: Chapter 5 Assembling Sidewall Sheets

    Assembling Sidewall Sheets Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Guidelines for Constructing Sidewall Sheets ▪ Color Codes for Sidewall Gauge Identification ▪ Orientation Detail for Top Sidewall Sheets ▪ Caulking and Bolting Detail for Standard Sidewall Sheets ▪ Stiffener and Sidewall Gauge Sheet (30 ft Diameter Bins) Guidelines for Constructing Sidewall Sheets 1.

  • Page 34: Color Codes For Sidewall Gauge Identification

    Chapter 5: Assembling Sidewall Sheets Color Codes for Sidewall Gauge Identification Use this chart to interpret the color code painted on the corners of the sidewall sheets. Table 5-1 Color codes for sidewall gauges Sidewall Gauge Color Code Black/Yellow Orange Pink/Light blue Blue Brown/Red...

  • Page 35: Caulking And Bolting Detail For Standard Sidewall Sheets

    Chapter 5: Assembling Sidewall Sheets Caulking and Bolting Detail for Standard Sidewall Sheets To keep out moisture from overlapping the sheets, it is necessary to apply caulk to each sheet prior to installing. NOTE: Always assemble the sidewall sheets with the overlap in the same direction. Figure 5-2 Standard sidewall sheets as viewed from the outside of the bin Vertical strip of caulk 10 in.
  • Page 36 Chapter 5: Assembling Sidewall Sheets Figure 5-3 Caulking and bolting details viewed from inside of the bin Strip of caulk Second bolt Bolt tightening sequence Third bolt First bolt 2. Start assembling the sidewall sheets end to end (overlapping the same way throughout), until the ring is completed.

  • Page 37: Stiffener And Sidewall Gauge Sheet (30 Ft Diameter Bins)

    Chapter 5: Assembling Sidewall Sheets Stiffener and Sidewall Gauge Sheet (30 ft Diameter Bins) Table 5-2 Up to 6 rings (30 ft Dia) Bins with Even Bins with Odd Stiffener Gauges Sidewall Gauges Stiffener Gauges number of Rings number of Gauges Table 5-3 7 to 11 rings (30 ft Dia) Bins with Odd Bins with Even...
  • Page 38 NOTES Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...

  • Page 39: Chapter 6 Stiffeners

    Stiffeners Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Stiffener Starting Location ▪ Color Codes for Stiffener Gauge Identification ▪ Top Stiffeners ▪ Standard Stiffeners ▪ Stiffeners Splice ▪ Base Stiffeners ▪ Base Boot ▪ One-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) to a One-Ring Stiffener (12-16 Ga) ▪...

  • Page 40: Color Codes For Stiffener Gauge Identification

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Figure 6-1 Top stiffener starting location Top stiffener 5/16 in. x 1 in. hex bolt (S-10260) Sidewall sheet 5/16 in. flange nut (S-10248) Color Codes for Stiffener Gauge Identification Use these charts to interpret the color code painted on the ends of the stiffeners. Table 6-1 Color codes for stiffener gauges Sidewall Gauge Color Code...

  • Page 41: Top Stiffeners

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Top Stiffeners Use the following information to determine the differences between the types of top stiffeners. The part numbers in the following table use an “XX” at the end of the number to represent the gauge of the material.

  • Page 42: Standard Stiffeners

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Standard Stiffeners Use the following information to determine the differences between the types of standard two-ring stiffeners. The part numbers in the following table use an “XX” at the end of the number to represent the gauge of the material.

  • Page 43: Stiffeners Splice

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Stiffeners Splice Use the following information to determine the gauge of the splice needed to connect the stiffeners. Figure 6-4 Stiffener splice Call Out Part Number Description Length Available Gauges FC-42076XX Stiffener splice 10.688 in. (27 cm) Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...

  • Page 44: Base Stiffeners

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Base Stiffeners Use the following information to determine the differences between the base stiffeners. The part numbers in the following table use an “XX” at the end of the number to represent the gauge of the material. Figure 6-5 Images of the base stiffeners FC-421005 Base stiffener...

  • Page 45: Base Boot

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Base Boot Use the following information to determine the differences between the base boots. Figure 6-6 Images of the base boot Call Out Part Number Description Height Base Plate Size FC-42107 Base boot weldment for 14 6.188 in. (16 cm) 4.5 in.

  • Page 46: One-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) To A One-Ring Stiffener (12-16 Ga)

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners One-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) to a One-Ring Stiffener (12-16 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a one-ring top stiffener (FC-42066XX) to a one-ring stiffener. One-ring top stiffener (FC-42066XX) One-ring stiffener (FC-42059XX) (14–12 One-ring stiffener (FC-42074XX) (16 ga) 3/8 x 1 in.

  • Page 47: Two-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) To A Two-Ring Stiffener (12-16 Ga)

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Two-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (12-16 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a two-ring top stiffener (FC-42065XX) to a two-ring stiffener. Two-ring top stiffener (FC-42065XX) Two-ring stiffener (FC42057XX) (14–12 ga) Two-ring stiffener (FC-42075XX) (16 ga) 3/8 x 1 in.

  • Page 48: Two-Ring Stiffener (12 - 16 Ga) To A Two-Ring Stiffener (12 - 16 Ga)

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Two-Ring Stiffener (12 - 16 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (12 - 16 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a two-ring stiffener to a two-ring stiffener. Two-ring stiffener (FC-42057XX) (12–14 A , B Two-ring stiffener (FC-42075XX) (16 ga) 3/8 x 1 in.

  • Page 49: Two-Ring Stiffener (10 - 16 Ga) To A Base Stiffener (10 Ga)

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Two-Ring Stiffener (10 - 16 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (10 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a two-ring stiffener to a base stiffener. Two-ring stiffener (FC-42062XX) (10 ga) Two-ring stiffener (FC-42057XX) (12–14 Two-ring stiffener (FC-42075XX) (16 ga) Base stiffener (FC-42062XX) 3/8 x 1 in.

  • Page 50: Two-Ring Stiffener (5 - 8 Ga) To A Base Stiffener (5 Ga)

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Two-Ring Stiffener (5 - 8 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (5 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a two-ring stiffener to a base stiffener (FC-42111). Two-ring stiffener (FC-42100XX) (5 ga) Two-ring stiffener (FC-42063XX) (8 ga) Base stiffener (FC-42111XX) 3/8 x 1 in.

  • Page 51: Base Stiffener (8 Ga) To A Base Boot (10 Ga)

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Base Stiffener (8 Ga) to a Base Boot (10 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a base stiffener to a base boot (FC-42107). Base stiffener (FC-42063XX) (8 ga) Base boot (FC-42107) 3/8 x 1 in. flange bolt (S-7485) 3/8 in.

  • Page 52: Base Stiffener (5 Ga) To A Base Boot (10 Ga)

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Base Stiffener (5 Ga) to a Base Boot (10 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a base stiffener to a base boot. Base stiffener (FC-42111) (5 ga) Base boot (FC-42109) 3/8 x 1 in. flange bolt (S-7485) 3/8 in.

  • Page 53: Chapter 7 Topdry Drying Floor

    TopDry Drying Floor Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Wall Bracket Installation ▪ “C” Channel Installation ▪ TopDry Center Collar Assembly ▪ Rafters and Floor Support Purlins Installation ▪ Intermediate Purlin Installation ▪ Discharge Hopper Installation ▪ Floor Sheet Installation ▪...

  • Page 54: Wall Bracket Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Wall Bracket Installation The wall brackets are installed on the inside of the bin and are used to install the “C” channels. Before You Begin Install the stiffeners on the outside of the bin and the wall brackets on the inside of the bin. 1.

  • Page 55: C" Channel Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor “C” Channel Installation The “C” channels are used to install the rafters for the TopDry drying floor sheets. 1. Install the “C” channels (A) to the wall brackets (B) in the top set of three holes with the bolts (C) and nuts (D).
  • Page 56 Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Figure 7-3 “C” channel splice installation “C” channel (TD-100643) 3/8 in. x 1 in. flange bolt (S-7927) Splice plate (TD-100644) 3/8 in. flanged nut (S-456) Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...

  • Page 57: Topdry Center Collar Assembly

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor TopDry Center Collar Assembly The TopDry center collar assembly is used to install the TopDry floor sheet rafters. 1. Install the channel braces (B) and channel brace plates (C) to the center collar (A) with the bolts (D) and nuts (E).
  • Page 58 Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Figure 7-5 Center collar position 10 ft. – 5 3/16 in. (3.18 m) Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...

  • Page 59: Rafters And Floor Support Purlins Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Rafters and Floor Support Purlins Installation The rafters are installed between the “C” channels and the center collar to support the floor sheets. What You Should Know There are left and right rafters. Make sure that the left and right rafters are installed alternately. Figure 7-6 Rafter installation order Left hand rafter (TD-100642) Center collar...
  • Page 60 Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor IMPORTANT: There are left and right rafters. Be sure to alternate the rafters; left, right, left, right, etc. 5. Insert the straight tab of the purlin through the upper slot in the left hand rafter (A) when looking toward the bottom of the rafters.

  • Page 61: Intermediate Purlin Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Intermediate Purlin Installation The intermediate purlins are installed between the rafters. What You Should Know There are two rings of intermediate purlins installed to the rafters. 1. Install one end of the middle purlin on the fourth hole (counting up from the sidewall side) of the raf- ters with the bolts and nuts.

  • Page 62: Discharge Hopper Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Discharge Hopper Installation 1. Place the discharge hopper (A) under the floor sheet (D) and align it with the pre-punched large hole. 2. Place a flashing angle (B) on top of the floor sheet (D) across the outer edge of the hopper entrance with the interior of the angle facing the sidewall.

  • Page 63: Floor Sheet Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Floor Sheet Installation The TopDry drying floor sheets are installed to the rafters. Before You Begin Make sure that the dump hopper is installed to the floor sheets. 1. Place all the floor sheets (A) around on the rafters, overlapping over the previous sheet. 2.

  • Page 64: Flashing Bolt Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Flashing Bolt Installation The flashing bolts are installed before the eave flashing is installed. Install the eave flashing bolts (A) through the top sidewall and tighten with the first nut (B). Figure 7-11 Eave flashing bolt installation 5/16 in.

  • Page 65: Eave Flashing Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Eave Flashing Installation Before You Begin Make sure that the eave flashing bolts are installed before installing the eave flashing. 1. Place the eave flashing (1 per floor sheet) centered on the floor sheet, with the bent edge towards the sidewall, and install the top of the eave flashing (A) to the eave flashing bolt (B) with the fender washers (C) and nuts (D).

  • Page 66: Eave Flashing Splice Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Eave Flashing Splice Installation What You Should Know The eave flashing splice comes as a single piece. Bend the splice at the tabs (C) to cut the eave flashing splice into three parts (A and B). Figure 7-13 Eave flashing splice Eave flashing splice middle piece (TD- Bend the splice at the tabs...
  • Page 67 Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Figure 7-14 Eave flashing splice installation Eave flashing splice middle piece (TD- Eave flashing (TD-101018) 1SG649) Eave flashing splice side piece (TD-1SG649) Tube caulk #10 self-tapping screw (S-280) Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...

  • Page 68: Dump Chute Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Dump Chute Installation 1. Install the angle dam (B) to each dump chute (A) with the bolts (C) and nuts(D). 2. Install the dump chute (A) to the dump hopper (E) with the bolts (C) and double nuts (D). IMPORTANT: Do not tighten the first nut down.

  • Page 69: Pulley Assembly

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Pulley Assembly Before You Begin Make sure that the cross angle is installed in the center collar. 1. Install the pulley bracket (B) to the cross angle in the middle of the center collar assembly with the bolt (C).
  • Page 70 Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Figure 7-17 Outside pulley assembly Pulley assembly (TD-101360) Field drill 1/2 in. hole for cable 3/8 in. - 16 x 1 7/8 in. shoulder bolt (S-4749) Field drill 3/8 in. holes Flat washer (S-845) Stiffener 3/8 in.

  • Page 71: Dump Chute Chain Assembly

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Dump Chute Chain Assembly The dump chute chains are attached to the lift plate. 1. Pass the cable (C) through the center hole of the lift plate (A) and install the cable clamp (B). Figure 7-18 Lift plate installation Lift plate (TD-100801) Pulley Cable clamp (S-4693)
  • Page 72 Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor 5. After the chains (G) are uniformly adjusted, crimp the “S” hooks (H) at the dump chutes (A). 6. Make sure when installing the “S” hook (H) to the end link on a chain (G) that the end has not been cut open.

  • Page 73: Leveling Band Post Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Leveling Band Post Installation The leveling band posts are used to install the leveling bands. What You Should Know Attach the leveling band posts (A) on the floor sheet (D) in the fourth, seventh, and tenth holes. 1.

  • Page 74: Leveling Band Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Leveling Band Installation 1. Position the leveling bands as shown. 2. Install the leveling bands to the leveling band posts (C) with the bolts (D) and nuts (E). NOTE: Make sure to install the levelling bands from the bottom of the levelling band posts. 3.
  • Page 75 Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Figure 7-22 Middle levelling band 6 Band section per ring 10 Bays with 15 holes between posts 3/16 in. 5/16 in. x 3/4 in. bolt (S-275) 4 - 3/8 in. 5/16 in. nut (S-3611) 6 - 13/16 in. Leveling band post Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...
  • Page 76 Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Figure 7-23 Outer leveling band 9 Band section per ring 10 Bays with 24 holes between posts 2 - 3/16 in. 5/16 in. x 3/4 in. bolt (S-275) 16 - 3/8 in. 5/16 in. nut (S-3611) Leveling band post Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...

  • Page 77: Grain Temperature Sensor Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Grain Temperature Sensor Installation Before You Begin Make sure the leveling bands are installed in the position before you install the grain temperature sensors. What You Should Know The grain temperature sensors are installed evenly around the bin on the outer most leveling bands. 1.

  • Page 78: Center Cone Assembly

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Center Cone Assembly Before You Begin Make sure that the dump chains are adjusted before installing the center cone assembly. What You Should Know The center cone assembly comes as separate sections. 1. Install the center cone sections (A) together with bolts (B) and nuts (C) to form the center cone assembly.
  • Page 79 Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Figure 7-26 Center cone assembly installation Center cone assembly Rafter Center collar Center cone stiffener (TD-100748) #10 x 3/4 in. self-tapping screws (S-280) Center wear cap (TD-100749) Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...

  • Page 80: Winch Assembly

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Winch Assembly The winch assembly is used to open and close the dump chutes. Before You Begin Install the winch assembly after completing the erection of the bin. What You Should Know Make sure the winch assembly is installed in the straight line of the outside pulley assembly. 1.
  • Page 81 Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Figure 7-27 Winch Assembly Winch assembly (S-4691) Cable clamp Winch mount bracket (TD-100041) Sidewall Winch stop bracket (TD-100040) Cable clamp (To limit downward travel of chutes) 5/16 x 3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10267) Outside pulley bracket 5/16 in.
  • Page 82 NOTES Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...

  • Page 83: Chapter 8 Roof Assembly

    Roof Assembly Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Roof Assembly Instructions ▪ Center Collar Assembly ▪ Roof Flashing ▪ Roof Panel Installation ▪ Installing the Manway Cover ▪ Roof Ring Locations ▪ Roof Ring Installation ▪ Perforated Center Band Installation Roof Assembly Instructions Stored grain should be no higher than the roof eaves at the outer edge.
  • Page 84 Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Figure 8-1 Center support Bin height Center support pole Bin diameter Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...

  • Page 85: Center Collar Assembly

    Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Center Collar Assembly What You Should Know The standard roof with a dome cap lid will have a center collar assembled from three pieces. The dome cap will mount onto it as well as the flashing. Assemble the three center collar (A) pieces together using flange bolts (B) and flange nuts (C).

  • Page 86: Roof Flashing

    Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Roof Flashing The roof flashing will seal the area between the center collar and the roof panels. The flashing pieces are assembled to the center collar before attaching the roof panels to the flashing. What You Should Know The roof flashing will seal the area between the center collar and the intermediate center collar.

  • Page 87: Roof Panel Installation

    Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Roof Panel Installation 1. For better results in erecting the roof, install one roof panel (A) in three places. 2. After these three panels are in place, the peak assembly should be centered. 3. Install intermediate panels making sure to lap them in the same way until all panels are in place. Make sure the bolts are tightened loosely.
  • Page 88 Chapter 8: Roof Assembly 6. When installing the roof panels (B), take into consideration placing the manway for ease of access to the sidewall and roof steps (J). NOTE: Make sure to install the roof steps (J) when assembling roof panels. When assembling the roof steps (J), use 5/16"...
  • Page 89 Chapter 8: Roof Assembly 7. To assemble slide rods (T) and peak cap (P), insert the straight end of the slide rod through the center collar (A) and thread one 5/16 in. nut all the way down on the rod. Place the rod through the cap and put a washer (U) and nut (V) on the outside.

  • Page 90: Installing The Manway Cover

    Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Figure 8-7 Roof panel seal clip Roof panel Roof flashing Roof panel seal clip (CTR-1165) 11.Tighten the bolts and nuts to the recommended torque specifications. See Bolt Torque Specifica- tions, page Installing the Manway Cover Installation of a manway cover is necessary if a manway hole is present. Round manway cover details for bins 1.
  • Page 91 Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Figure 8-8 Manway cover Hinge base (ACD-4506) 5/16 in. nut (S-396) Hinge leaf (ACD-4505) Latch (ACD-4514) 5/16 x 1 in. hex bolt (S-10260) #10–24 lock nut #10–24 x 5/8 in. long bolt 5/16 x 1 in. hex bolt (S-10260) Handle (ACD-4513) Manway roof panel (CTR-0652) Handle gasket (CRP-5003)

  • Page 92: Roof Ring Locations

    Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Roof Ring Locations What You Should Know Two support rings are standard for the roof. IMPORTANT: Maximum weight to be supported and/or suspended from the roof is to be 6000 pounds only. To determine the location of the support rings, start at the narrow or peak of the roof panel and count each hole.

  • Page 93: Roof Ring Installation

    Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Roof Ring Installation Quantity and part numbers of roof ring kits vary with the location placement and with the size of each bin. The following procedure will be similar for each kit. What You Should Know The roof ring and threaded stud may become dislocated from each other during high winds or when the inside pressure of the bin is too great.
  • Page 94 Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Figure 8-10 Exhauster roof ring shown 5/16 x 1-1/4 in. flange bolt (S-7483) 5/16 in. flange nut (S-3611) Roof ring section (CRP-5363-XX) Sealing washer (S-3558) Roof ring clip (R-997) 5. Locate a threaded stud (F) and install stud nuts (G) evenly and to the center of the threaded stud (F).
  • Page 95 Chapter 8: Roof Assembly NOTE: Roof ring expansion bolts may become dislodged from the roof ring during the life of the bin due to the influence of wind or other factors. If one expansion bolt is dislodged, the entire ring will become ineffective. After expansion to the jam nuts final position, the nuts on the expansion bolt should be secured to prevent this.

  • Page 96: Perforated Center Band Installation

    Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Perforated Center Band Installation The perforated center band is used to avoid the grain flow over the inner levelling band while filling. What You Should Know The perforated center bands (B) do not attach to the leveling bands but hang from the roof panel on the inside of the top inner leveling band.

  • Page 97: Chapter 9 Duct Installation

    Duct Installation Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Fan Diffuser Installation ▪ Top Elbow Duct Section ▪ 44 in. Duct Section Assembly ▪ 32 in. Expansion Section Assembly ▪ Bottom Elbow Duct Section ▪ Typical Duct Assembly ▪ Fan/Heater Mounting Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...

  • Page 98: Fan Diffuser Installation

    Chapter 9: Duct Installation Fan Diffuser Installation The diffusers are used to effectively distribute airflow evenly throughout the plenum. 1. Install the diffuser hangers (B) (long side) to the end slots of the top plate (A) with the self-drilling screws (C). 2.
  • Page 99 Chapter 9: Duct Installation 6. Attach the side brackets (H) to the front plate (G) with the angles facing outward. 7. Field drill two holes (on the inside corrugation peaks) through the sidewall. 8. Install the side brackets (H) to the sidewall with the bolts (D), washers (E) and nuts (F). 9.

  • Page 100: Top Elbow Duct Section

    Chapter 9: Duct Installation Top Elbow Duct Section What You Should Know Assemble the elbow duct section before installing to the fan entrance sheet assembly. 1. Install the left top elbow duct (C) and the right top elbow duct (D) to the upper elbow scroll duct (A) with the bolts (E) and nuts (F).

  • Page 101: 44 In. Duct Section Assembly

    Chapter 9: Duct Installation 44 in. Duct Section Assembly The duct sections should be assembled separately and installed, as the bin is being built going up. 1. Caulk the corners of the panels (A and B) and assemble all the four panels together with the bolts (C) and nuts (D).

  • Page 102: 32 In. Expansion Section Assembly

    Chapter 9: Duct Installation 32 in. Expansion Section Assembly The expansion section has two separate sections. The top expansion section slides over the bottom expansion section. 1. Caulk the corners of the panels (A and B) and assemble all the four panels together with the bolts (C) and nuts (D).
  • Page 103 Chapter 9: Duct Installation Figure 9-5 Bottom expansion section 5/16 in. flange nut (S-3611) Bulb seal 32 in. expansion bottom sides Install bulb seal around the edges 5/16 in. x 3/4 in. truss head screws (S-4303) Bottom expansion section 5. Slide the top expansion section (E) over the bottom expansion section (J). Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...
  • Page 104 Chapter 9: Duct Installation Figure 9-6 32 in. expansion section assembly Top expansion section Bottom expansion section Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...

  • Page 105: Bottom Elbow Duct Section

    Chapter 9: Duct Installation Bottom Elbow Duct Section The bottom elbow duct section installs to the expansion duct section. Follow the instructions to assemble the bottom elbow duct section. 1. Install the left base elbow duct (B) and the right base elbow duct (C) to the base elbow large scroll (A) with the bolts (E) and nuts (F).

  • Page 106: Typical Duct Assembly

    Chapter 9: Duct Installation Typical Duct Assembly The duct assembly sections are installed as the sidewall rings are installed. 1. Connect the sections of the 44 in. duct assemblies (A) with the flange stiffeners (B) in between the duct section tabs, using the bolts (C) and nuts (D). Top elbow section Bolt Duct flange stiffener...
  • Page 107 Chapter 9: Duct Installation Figure 9-8 Expansion section to duct section connection Duct section Top elbow section Top expansion section 3. Install the bottom elbow section (H) to the bottom expansion section (G). Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...
  • Page 108 Chapter 9: Duct Installation Figure 9-9 Typical duct assembly 44 in. duct section Bottom expansion section Top expansion section Bottom elbow section Top elbow section Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...

  • Page 109: Fan/Heater Mounting

    Chapter 9: Duct Installation Fan/Heater Mounting 1. Mount the TopDry fan/heater units (A) to the bottom elbow duct (B). Fan legs (D) should set on the platform (E). 2. Mount the fan/heater to duct using the appropriate face plate (C). Figure 9-10 Fan/Heater Mounting TopDry fan/heater unit Fan legs...
  • Page 110 NOTES Pneg–4830 TopDry Batchflow...

  • Page 111: Chapter 10 Accessories

    Accessories Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ TopDry Access Door Assembly ▪ Access Door Platform ▪ Cross Over Platform Assembly ▪ Door Placement ▪ Two Ring Door Installation TopDry Access Door Assembly Follow the instructions to assemble the TopDry access door. 1.

  • Page 112: Access Door Platform

    Chapter 10: Accessories Figure 10-1 Access door assembly Access door plate (TD-100990) Front door handle (D03–0512) Top and bottom Z frames (TD-100991) Rear door handle (ACD-4513) Side Z frames (TD-100992) #10 x 5/8 in. screw (S-2009) Top access door (TD-100993) #10 hex nut (S-2010) Inside access door (TD-100994) Front door latch (TD-101021)
  • Page 113 Chapter 10: Accessories 3. Field drill sixteen 3/8 in. holes on the sidewall for each sidewall brace (C). Install the sidewall brace (C) along with the platform support (A) to the sidewall with the bolts (L) and nuts (N). 4. Install the platform floor (E), platform floor splice (F), and the platform toe plates (G) to the platform support (A) with the truss head bolts (M) and nuts (N).

  • Page 114: Cross Over Platform Assembly

    Chapter 10: Accessories Cross Over Platform Assembly The cross over platform assembly is used when stairs are installed. 1. Assemble the floor braces (B) to the platform support (A) with the truss head bolts (J) and nuts (K). 2. Install the assembled platform support (A) to the sidewall brace (C) and support brace (D) with the truss head bolts (J) and nuts (K).

  • Page 115: Door Placement

    Chapter 10: Accessories Door Placement • Standard two ring door may be used for bins with 13 rings and shorter heights. Figure 10-4 Two ring door placement First ring (from bottom of the bin) Door assembly Second ring (from bottom of the bin) Two Ring Door Installation Standard Two-ring door (WD-6242) may be used for bins with 3 to 9 ring heights.
  • Page 116 Chapter 10: Accessories NOTE: Do not distort door frame with use of alignment or drift punches - if necessary, drill or ream holes to insert bolts in door frame. Now tighten frame bolts starting at center and working toward top and bottom on each side. 5.
  • Page 117 Chapter 10: Accessories NOTE: Use door assembly (WD-6242) for bins with 3-9 rings heights Figure 10-5 Standard Two ring door Part Number Description Callout Quantity WD-039 Outer Door Cover WD-2854 Outer Cover Latch Bracket WD-225 Outer Cover Hinge Bracket WD-035 Door Cover Brace Section WD-033 Door Retainer...
  • Page 118 Chapter 10: Accessories Callout Part Number Description Quantity S-4380 Rubber Trim Seal Strip WD-6039 Latch Bar WD-6037 Inner Panel Latch - Right Hand WD-6038 Inner Panel Latch - Left Hand WD-6040 Latch Bushing S-7160 1/2 in. x 1 in. Hex Socket Cap Screw WD-6079 Long Bearing Pin WD-6125...
  • Page 119 Chapter 10: Accessories NOTE: Use door assembly (WD-6244) for bins with 10-13 ring heights Figure 10-6 Heavy Two ring door Part Number Description Callout Quantity WD-039 Outer Door Cover WD-2854 Outer Cover Latch Bracket WD-225 Outer Cover Hinge Bracket WD-035 Door Cover Brace Section WD-033 Door Retainer...
  • Page 120 Chapter 10: Accessories Callout Part Number Description Quantity S-4380 Rubber Trim Seal Strip WD-6039 Latch Bar WD-6037 Inner Panel Latch - Right Hand WD-6038 Inner Panel Latch - Left Hand WD-6040 Latch Bushing S-7160 1/2 in. x 1 in. Hex Socket Cap Screw WD-6079 Long Bearing Pin WD-6125...

  • Page 121: Gsi Group, Llc Limited Warranty

    12 months after sale to the original end-user or if a foreign sale, 14 months from arrival at port of discharge, whichever is earlier. The end-user’s sole remedy (and GSI’s only obligation) is to repair or replace, at GSI’s option and expense, products that in GSI’s judgment, contain a material defect in materials or...
  • Page 122 Authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted before installations are made. GSI Group 1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL 62510-0020 Phone: 1-217-226-4421 Fax: 1-217-226-4420 www.gsiag.com GSI is a worldwide brand of AGCO Corporation. Copyright © 2015 by GSI Group Printed in the USA CN #316833...

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