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Model H2™ PLUS Feeding Systems
Installation & Operator's Instruction Manual
July 2023
MF1523F

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  • Page 1 Model H2™ PLUS Feeding Systems Installation & Operator’s Instruction Manual July 2023 MF1523F...
  • Page 2 (“Extended Warranty Period”) with respect to certain Product parts. If such a defect is determined by Chore- Time to exist within the applicable period, Chore-Time will, at its option, (a) repair the Product or Component Part free of charge, F.O.B. the factory of manufacture or (b) replace the Product or Component Part free of charge, F.O.B.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Screw Hook Installation ........... 11 Pan Assembly procedure for Model H2 Plus Feeder ..... 13 - 15 Assemble Feed Cone and Support Cords .
  • Page 4 Model H2 Plus Feeder Assembly without Cords ....... . 47...

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems About this Manual The intent of this manual is to help you in two ways. One is to follow step-by-step in the order of assembly of your product. The other way is for easy reference if you have questions in a particular area. Important: Read ALL instructions carefully before starting construction.

  • Page 6: Danger: Moving Auger

    Support Information The Chore-Time MODEL H2® Plus Feeding System is designed to feed poultry feed types. Using this equipment for any other purpose or in a way not within the operating recommendations specified in this manual will void the warranty and may cause personal injury.

  • Page 7: Planning The Floor Feeding System

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Planning the Floor Feeding System 1. Select the House Layout. A. Optional Mid Line Controls may be used for partial house brooding. See Figure 1. 10' [3 m] 10' [3 m] Minimum Minimum Brood Curtain Control Tube Control Tube Feed Hopper...

  • Page 8: General Installation Information

    Single phase 60 Hz and single and three phase 50 Hz Power Units are available for the Model H2 Plus Feeder. Systems up to 300' [91 m] require 1/3 HP Power Units. Systems over 300' [91 m] require 1/2 HP Power Units.

  • Page 9: Installing The Suspension System

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems B. For systems over 350' [107 m] Large Pulley with Double Clamps Full Line Suspension Kit Power Lift Winch Support Small Pulley Hopper Support and Screw Hook Roof Trusses Hopper Small Pulley Support Cable and Screw Hook Power Lift Lift Distance...

  • Page 10: Installing The Main Winch Cable

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems 2. Attach the Power Lift Winch Support (with the Power Winch secured) to the ceiling at the center of the feeder line. See Figure 7. The Power Lift Winch Support must be parallel to the feeder line and must span at least 3 rafters in a wood frame house and 2 rafters in a steel frame house.

  • Page 11: Screw Hook Installation

    3/32" [2 mm] Main Winch Cable The recommended distance between Drop Cable the drops for the Model H2 Plus is 8’ Screw Hook or Ceiling Hook Location [2.4 m] on center. Do not exceed 10’ 3" [7.6 cm] [3 m] spacing on drop lines.
  • Page 12 Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Ceiling Hook Installation The ceiling hook may be used in a variety of installations. Depending on your ceiling or rafter type, install the Ceiling Hooks as shown in Figures 14 - 17. Cable Travel Secure Ceiling Hook to truss using self-drilling screws through opposite holes Figure 14.

  • Page 13: Pan Assembly Procedure For Model H2 Plus Feeder

    It may be necessary to hang a weight on the end of the cable to maintain tension on the line. Pan Assembly procedure for Model H2 Plus Feeder Assemble Feed Cone and Support Cords...

  • Page 14: Assemble The Feed Cone And Center Support

    1. Broilers: Position the lip of the feeder pan in the #2 tab of 2 of the struts. See Figure 22. Turkeys: Position the lip of the feeder pan in the #4 tab of 2 of the struts. See Figure 22. Strut on Model H2 Plus Feed cone Position the Feeder Pan lip in setting #2 for broilers Position the Feeder Pan lip in setting #4 for turkeys Figure 22.

  • Page 15: Feeder Line Assembly & Suspension

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems 2. Pull the pan, as shown in Figure 23, so that the lip of the pan will be in the proper setting on the third strut. h2panassy Figure 23. Assembling the Center Support and Feed Cone to the Pan. 3.

  • Page 16: Assemble And Suspend The Feeder Line

    Figure 26. Assembling Feeders on the Tubes 3. To achieve total feed drop out all along the system, the Chore-Time Logo should be centered at the crown of the tubes and all the Hangers should be installed as shown in Figure 27.
  • Page 17 Chore-Time Logo is on crown of tube. make sure the clamps are 1523-89 4/2002 located, as shown in Figure 29.

  • Page 18: Auger Installation

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Installing the End Control, Boot Assembly, and Auger The End Control Unit must be at least 10 feet [3 m] from the end of the building to allow birds access around the end of the feeder line. 1.
  • Page 19 Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Cut the leading 18" [450 mm] and last 18" [450 mm] off each roll of auger. Also, cut out any other distorted auger sections and reconnect the auger as specified in the Auger Brazing section of this manual. CAUTION KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM PINCH POINTS WHEN INSTALLING...
  • Page 20 Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems 4. Slide the Drive Tube and flat washer over the output shaft on the Power Unit, as shown in Figure 35. 5. Continue installing auger until the auger reaches the Control Unit end of the feeder line. 6.
  • Page 21 Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems 8. Install the Metal Water Tight Connector in the Feed Line Motor (single phase applications only). Cut the Flexible Conduit to length. Slide the wires from the end control through the Flexible Conduit. Install the Flexible Conduit in the connectors. Connect the wires to the Feed Line Motor.
  • Page 22 Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Use a hacksaw or bolt cutters to cut the auger at the stretched auger mark. Locking Pliers Use a hacksaw or bolt cutters to cut the auger Boot under Feed Hopper Pull an extra 8" [200 mm] of auger (minimum) 1523-102 4/2002 to allow for Anchor and Bearing Installation Figure 39.

  • Page 23: Auger Brazing

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Auger Brazing The auger should be brazed if it is necessary to splice or lengthen it. A bronze, flux coated rod is recommended. The ends of the auger should butt against each other, DO NOT THREAD INSIDE EACH OTHER.
  • Page 24 Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Route the cable through the feed line winch drum. See Figure 43. Turn the Winch to put two wraps of cable on the drum. Figure 43. Cable routing through winch drum. Starting at the Control End, thread the 3/32” cable through every Drop Tube to support the cable and keep it in position.
  • Page 25 Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Starting at the winch, connect one of the Support Cords to the lift cable. The cords must be routed toward the winch (center of the brood area). Do not raise the first feed cone when connecting the cords. 1523-119 Figure 46.

  • Page 26: Anti Roost Installation

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Anti-Roost Installation 1. Unroll the bulk anti-roost cable. Note: If the cable is unrolled as shown in Figure 49, taking 5 loops of the coil with one hand, then changing hands to remove 5 loops as it is unrolled, it will lie flat during installation.
  • Page 27 Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems 7. Run the cable to the next insulator, attach a spring in the center groove at the anti-roost bracket and cut the cable at this point. The cable should be positioned in the insulator built into the top of each grill support along the feeder line.
  • Page 28 Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Secure Poultry Trainer to a wall or post. Ground wire Insulator Charger Wire (800 v. minimum) Anti Roost Wire Figure 53. Anti-Roost Cable Mid-Line Connection Insulated Charger Wire Anti-Roost Wire Line Charger Figure 54. Anti-Roost Cable Mid-Line Connection...

  • Page 29: Intermediate Control

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Intermediate Control Intermediate Control Units are available for the Model H2 Plus Feeder. The Intermediate Controls are shown in Figure 55. H2 Plus Intermediate control H2 Plus Intermediate control with proximity switch with mechanical switch Figure 55.
  • Page 30 Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems 2. If a Control Tube with enlarged holes is not used, enlarge the outlet hole for the Intermediate Control, plus (2) outlet holes in front of Intermediate Control. See Figure 57 for recommended size and placement. Use hacksaw and tin snips to enlarge hole size. Be sure there are no burrs inside the tube to catch the auger.
  • Page 31 Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Intermediate Control with Sensor Plus Switch Installation Assemble the Mid-Line Control to the Feeder Tube, as shown in Figure 59. Attach the Switch Box Assembly to the Feeder Tube with Hose Clamps as shown in Figure 59. Install a toggle switch, out of reach of the birds, to disconnect power to the Mid-Line Control.

  • Page 32: Model H2 Plus Feeder Management And Operation

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems MODEL H2™PLUS FEEDER MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION This section provides you with valuable information concerning feeder operation and management. It is important that you read this information and understand how the feeding system was designed to operate. Once you become familiar with the system, you may custom operate it to fit your individual needs.
  • Page 33 Do not operate the feeding system on automatic (full demand feed) when the feed windows are open (cones raised). Chore-Time recommends having the feed windows full open for up to the first 14 days for broilers and up to 21 days for turkeys. The feeders will need to be operated at least 2 times a day for the first 5 days, and thereafter, 3 times a day or more as needed, while the windows are open.
  • Page 34 Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems The correct feeder pan height adjustment is the area where the bird’s neck meets its breast is equal to the top edge of the feeder pan. The feeder setting should be placed in #2 position for broilers and setting #4 with turkeys for most applications.

  • Page 35: Floor Feeding System Maintenance

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Maintenance Floor Feeding System Maintenance The Model H2 Plus Feeders require minimum maintenance. However, a routine periodic inspection of the equipment will prevent unnecessary problems. Maintenance should be done by a qualified technician. ALWAYS DISCONNECT POWER TO THE SYSTEM WHEN SERVICING OR MAINTAINING THE EQUIPMENT.

  • Page 36: Mechanical Switch Adjustment Procedure

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Mechanical Switch Adjustment Procedure Refer to Figure 61. A. Turn the adjustment nut counter- clockwise until the switch clicks. B. Turn the adjustment nut clockwise until the switch clicks. C. Turn the adjustment nut counter- clockwise 3/4 turn.

  • Page 37: Power Lift Winch Maintenance

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Disconnect power to the system to prevent accidentally starting the system. If the system must be disassembled, extreme caution must be used to prevent injury from springing auger. Refer to Figure 39. 1. Disconnect power to the entire system. 2.

  • Page 38: Trouble Shooting The Floor Feeding System

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Trouble Shooting the Floor Feeding System ALWAYS DISCONNECT POWER TO THE SYSTEM WHEN SERVICING OR MAINTAINING THE EQUIPMENT. FAILURE TO DISCONNECT POWER MAY CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH. Service and maintenance work should be done by a qualified technician only.

  • Page 39: Wiring Diagrams: Single Phase (Ø)

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Wiring Diagrams SENSOR PLUS Wiring Diagram SENSOR PLUS Wiring Diagram SENSOR PLUS Control Wiring Diagram...

  • Page 40: Mechanical Switch Single Phase Wiring Diagram

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Mechanical Switch Single Phase Wiring Diagram FROM DISCONNECT OR FEEDER LINE MOTOR CONTROL DISCONNECT 220/230 VOLTS 50/60 HZ SINGLE PHASE WIRING DIAGRAM 220/230 VOLTS 50/60 HZ SINGLE PHASE MID LINE END CONTROL UNIT CONTROL UNIT TOGGLE SWITCH 1255-107 10/2000 SPST 15 AMP...

  • Page 41: Mechanical Switch Three Phase Wiring Diagram (220 V.)

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Mechanical Switch Three Phase Wiring Diagram: 220 V. FROM DISCONNECT OR CONTROL DISCONNECT 220 VOLTS 50 HZ TO ADDITIONAL THREE PHASE FEEDER LINES PHASE PHASE PHASE SET OF FUSES SHORT CIRCUIT PROTECTION MID LINE CONTROL BYPASS SWITCH (NOT SUPPLIED) CONTROL UNIT (NOT SUPPLIED)

  • Page 42: Parts Listing

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Parts Listing 100# Hopper Components Item Description Part No. Hopper Cover (optional) 28206 Tube Support Assembly 14367 Clamp 13948 Chain 2128-1 Hopper Side 2680 Boot Hanger 2671 Hanger Bracket Assembly 2681 Adjustment Bracket 2706 Hair Pin 2664 Clevis Pin, 5/16 x 1"...

  • Page 43: Hopper Boot Suspension Bracket

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Hopper Boot Suspension Bracket (optional) Single Boot Hopper Support Kit: Part No. 34851 Twin Boot Hopper Support Kit: Part No. 38241 1660-20 1/2001 Item Description Part No. Part No. Single Boot Twin Boot Clevis Pin, 5/16'' x 1'' 2797-1 2797-1 Adjustment Bracket...

  • Page 44: Single Boot Components Part No. 6822

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Single Boot Components: Part No. 6822 Item Description Part No. Item Description Part No. Boot Weldment 3760 Anchor 38540 Tube Clamp 24063 5/16-18x7/8” Sock Hd Screw 47867 29373 Anchor and Bearing Ass’y 39372 Outlet Tube 4556 Cannonball 3531...

  • Page 45: Feeder Line Components

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Feeder Line Components 1660-06 10/2000 Item Description Part No. 1/16'' Cable 1922 Charger Wire (165') 28994-165 Charger Wire (330') 28994-330 Spring 7551 1/16'' Cable Clamp 1826 Auger 6820-0 Tube Clamp 24063 Anti-Roost Bracket 24060 Hanger Bracket 7297 Hanger Strap 7298...

  • Page 46: Winch Kit

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Winch Kit: Part No. 46219 Key Description Part No. Winch 43390 Spring 24302 Tube Closure 9126 Clamp Assembly 24062 1/4-20 x 2-1/2” Carriage Bolt 7550-3 10* 1/4-20 Hex Flange Head Nut 24208 11* Insulator Pulley Assembly 41479 12* 3/8-16 Hex Nut 1549...

  • Page 47: Model H2 Plus Feeder Assembly With Cords

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Model H2 Plus Feeder Assembly with Cords Item Description Part No. H2 Feeder Pan 24901 H2 Plus Feeder Cone Support 38915 H2 Plus Feeder Cone - Silver 38914-1 H2 Plus Feeder Cone - Green 38914-2...

  • Page 48: Removable Top Model H2 Plus Feeder Assembly With Cords

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Removable Top Model H2 Plus Feeder Assembly with Cords Item Description Part No. H2 Feeder Pan 24901 Support Cone Bottom 40484 Removable Top 38603 H2 Plus Feeder Cone - Silver 38914-1 H2 Plus Feeder Cone - Green...

  • Page 49: Power Unit Assemblies

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Power Unit Assemblies 1660-21 1/2001 Item Description 3259-8 3259-25 3259-84 3259-85 3259-98 3259-100 3259-128 Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. Vent Plug 3516 3516 3516 3516 3516 3516 3516 5/16-18x5/8 Hex Hd Screw...

  • Page 50: Model H2 Plus Mechanical End Control

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Model H2 Plus Mechanical End Control Silver Control: Part No. 40712 Item Description Part No. Item Description Part No. Switch Box Mount 25084 Switch Box Cover 6776 Stop Panel 25433 Switch Box Gasket 6777 Switch Bracket...

  • Page 51: Model H2 Plus Proximity End Control

    Socket Hd Screw 5083-8 Support Bracket 42081 Model H2 Feeder Pan 24901 Cord Assembly 4999-100 H2 Plus Feed Level Cone (Green) 38914-2 1/2” Liquid Tight Connector 24685 H2 Plus Feed Level Cone (Silver) 38914-1 Slide Top Cap 38603 H2 Plus Support Cone...

  • Page 52: Model H2 Plus Mechanical Intermediate Control

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Model H2 Plus Mechanical Intermediate Control Silver Control: Part No. 40745 Green Control: Part No. 40817 Item Description Part No. Item Description Part No. Intermediate Control Decal - Silver 2529-643 Tube Retainer 14756 Intermediate Control Decal - Green...

  • Page 53: Model H2 Plus Intermediate Control With Sensor Plus Switch

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Model H2 Plus Intermediate Control with Sensor Plus Switch Silver Control: Part No. 45918 Green Control: Part No. 45919 Item Description Part No. Item Item Description Description Part No. Part No. 24901 End Control Decal - Silver...

  • Page 54: 47687 Power Winch

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Winch (part no. 47687) Item Qty. Description Part No. Pawl 47687-5 Input Shaft Assembly 47687-1...

  • Page 55: Miscellaneous Suspension Components

    Model H2™ Plus Feeding Systems Miscellaneous Suspension Components Item Description Part No. Item Description Part No. 3/16” Cable 1213 Drill Adapter Shaft 2886 Cable Lock 14337 Winch Handle Pin 3761 Pulley with Swivel 3004 Winch Drive Tube (4’) 2884-1 Winch Drive Tube (8’) 2884-2 Heavy Duty Pulley Assembly 2014...
  • Page 56 Description of Change Was 2883 Winch 35577 Various Updated Graphics For additional parts and information, contact your nearest Chore-Time distributor or representative. Find your nearest distributor at: www.choretime.com/contacts CTB, Inc. PO Box 2000 Milford, Indiana 46542-2000 USA Phone (574) 658-4101...

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