Start Up & Break In - HARVEST A1072 Operator's Manual

hazard area. Do not exceed the maximum operation length of 34 inches
of PTO driveline, or the maximum angularity of 30 degrees.
Lockout/Shutdown of PTO Driveline: Turn off engine. Remove ignition
key from tractor. If for some reason, you cannot remove the key, remove
the PTO driveline from the tractor.
4.3 Start Up & Break In
DANGER:
Electrocution Hazard! Make sure that all unauthorized personnel
are clear from the operation zone. This auger is not insulated. Be
alert to overhead obstructions and electrical wires. Electrocution
can occur without direct contact. Do not raise or lower auger until
hazardous area is cleared. Failure to maintain proper clearance can
result in serious injury or death.
Have you completed the pre-operational checklist? If everything is
satisfactory, prepare for a 30 minute operation at half speed to break in
your auger. Double check that the intake hopper is properly positioned,
and the PTO drive on the tractor is in the off position.
NOTICE:
When starting the auger for the first time, be prepared for an
emergency shutdown in case of excessive vibration or noise. The
auger may run roughly until the tube is polished.
Start the tractor and idle at low RPM. Slowly engage the PTO driveline.
Gradually begin to feed grain into the intake hopper, bringing the speed
of the PTO to 200 RPM. Do not over-feed the hopper on initial loads;
keep the feed of the grain at half capacity. After the auger tube is
polished and runs smoothly, proceed to unload at full speed (at but not
to exceed 540 RPM for maximum efficiency).
Upon completion of initial run, slow down until the auger is empty of
grain, and stop auger. Lock out the power source and conduct a complete
inspection of the auger, following the pre-operation checklist. After the
initial start up and inspection, the auger should be shut down and
inspected at least three times during the first hours of operation. Once
your auger is broken in, the pre-operation checklist should be part of the
daily routine before you operate the auger.
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