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Owner's Manual
20 Series Field Belt Conveyors
Publication No. B012777 – Rev 12
Toll Free 1-866-427-2638
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual 20 Series Field Belt Conveyors Publication No. B012777 – Rev 12 Toll Free 1-866-427-2638 www.brandt.ca...
  • Page 3 20 Series Field Conveyor Pre-delivery Inspection Sheet To the Dealer In order to ensure that this Belt Conveyor will provide your customer with many years of trouble free service, please ensure that the following Dealer Inspection has been performed. EALER INSPECTION REPORT ___Wind Guard plates are shingled properly.
  • Page 4 20 Series Field Conveyor ___Conveyor has been checked for unusual noises and vibration. ___Conveying belt has been re-tensioned after run in. ___Time on complete rotation of belt and check decal for proper speed. Date Dealer’s Signature:...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    20 Series Field Conveyor Table of Contents ..........1...
  • Page 6 20 Series Field Conveyor 4.6 Conveyor Drives and Lock Out ........36 4.6.1 Electric Motor...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction CHAPTER 1 This manual is for use with Brandt Industries Ltd. 20 Series Field Belt Conveyors with a Low Profile Intake. Safe and efficient operation of your Conveyor requires that anyone who will inspect and work on this machine read and understand the information included in this manual. A person that is not trained and has not read this manual is not qualified to work on this machine.

  • Page 8: Safety Awareness Sign Off Form

    20 Series Field Conveyor 1.2 Safety Awareness Sign Off Form Brandt Industries Ltd. follows the general Safety Standards specified by the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Anyone who will be operating and/or maintaining the conveyor must read and clearly understand all safety, operating and maintenance information presented in this manual.

  • Page 9: General Specifications

    20 Series Field Conveyor 1.3 General Specifications...

  • Page 10: Description And Location Of Major Components

    20 Series Field Conveyor 1.4 Description and Location of Major Components Discharge A-Frame Arms Belt Tensioning Bolts Conveying Belt S-Drive Axle Frame Low Profile Intake Transport Hitch This product has been designed and built to give maximum performance, economy and ease of operation under a variety of operating conditions.

  • Page 11: Important Safety Information

    20 Series Field Conveyor Important Safety Information CHAPTER 2 It is your responsibility as an owner, operator or supervisor, to know what specific requirements, precautions and work hazards exist. It is also your responsibility to make these known to all other personnel working with the equipment or in the area, so that they too may take any necessary safety precautions that may be required.

  • Page 12: Safety Symbols / Signal Words

    20 Series Field Conveyor 2.1 Safety Symbols / Signal Words 2.1.1 Recognizing Safety Information This is the Safety Alert Symbol. It is used to alert you to injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

  • Page 13: Safety Messages / Decals

    Note: Some of these messages will not be used on this product. They are shown for example only. Notice. Replace safety signs when they become damaged. Make sure to include safety signs on replacement parts. New safety signs are available from Brandt Industries Ltd.

  • Page 14: General Safety Precautions

    20 Series Field Conveyor 2.2 General Safety Precautions THE MOST IMPORTANT SAFETY DEVICE ON THIS MACHINE IS A SAFE OPERATOR. It is the • operator’s responsibility to read and understand all safety and operating instructions in the manual and to follow them.

  • Page 15: Personal Protection Equipment

    Direct exposure to hazardous chemicals can cause serious injury. Hazardous chemicals used in • Brandt products can include lubricants, coolants, paints, fuels, adhesives and other products. A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) provides specific details on these chemical products; •...

  • Page 16: Operating Precautions

    20 Series Field Conveyor 2.3 Operating Precautions Read and understand the operator’s manual prior to operating the conveyor. • Read and understand the operator’s manual for the brake winch prior to operating the • conveyor. Complete an inspection of the machine before operating. Check condition of belts, gearboxes, •...

  • Page 17: Hydraulic System Safety Precautions

    20 Series Field Conveyor 2.4 Hydraulic System Safety Precautions Lock-out/Tag-out the hydraulic system before performing maintenance or repairs to the • machine. Ensure that the equipment being repaired is not connected to other systems (electrical, • pneumatic) on the machine. Lock-out/Tag-out other systems to prevent unintended start-up or operation.

  • Page 18: Safety Chain Installation

    20 Series Field Conveyor Do not exceed 32 km/h (20 mph) when towing a conveyor. • The conveyor is not equipped with brakes. Make sure the tow vehicle has sufficient braking • capacity to handle the extra load. The conveyor may not exceed 1.5 times the towing vehicle weight.

  • Page 19: Welding/Heating Safety Precautions

    20 Series Field Conveyor 2.6 Welding/Heating Safety Precautions Do not weld or use a torch near pressurized fluid lines. Fluid lines can burst and create a • flammable spray, resulting in severe burns to yourself and bystanders. Toxic fumes may be created when paint is heated by welding or using a torch. Remove paint a •...

  • Page 20: Grain Bin Safety

    20 Series Field Conveyor 2.8 Grain Bin Safety Never enter a grain bin unless at least two people are present. Have one person outside the bin • who can shut down the machine if an emergency arises. Always ensure an escape route exists before entering the bin.

  • Page 21: Safety Decal Locations

    20 Series Field Conveyor 2.10 Safety Decal Locations The following illustrations show the position and content of the various safety decals on the Brandt Grain Belt Conveyor. If safety decals ever become damaged, removed or illegible, new decals must be...
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  • Page 27: Work Area Safety

    20 Series Field Conveyor 2.11 Work Area Safety The work areas shown below and on the next page should be marked off with barriers. It shall be the duty of the operator to see that children and/or other persons stay out of the work area! Trespassing into the work area by any one not directly involved in the actual operation, or trespassing into the hazard area by anyone, shall result in an immediate shut down by the operator.
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  • Page 29: Assembly

    Assembly CHAPTER 3 Before beginning to assemble your new Brandt Conveyor, you are advised to read the following instructions carefully. Familiarize yourself with all the sub-assemblies and parts making up the conveyor. Check that all parts are on hand and arranged for easy access.
  • Page 30 20 Series Field Conveyor 5. Mount the Discharge Assembly and the Intake Assembly to the tube as shown in Fig 1/2” Lock Nut 3-3 and Fig 3-4. Use the fasteners shown. Do not tighten at this time. 6. Use the bubble level to level both the 1/2”...
  • Page 31 20 Series Field Conveyor EZ Trak Top Weldment 3/8”x 1” Carriage Bolt S-Drive Assembly 3/8”x 1” Bolt EZ Trak Lower Plate 3/8” Lock Nut Spring Compression Gauge - Right 3/8” SF Nut Compression Spring Tensioning Bolts Spring Compression Gauge - Left FIG.
  • Page 32 20 Series Field Conveyor 12. Unroll the end of the belt and trim the corners of the leading end as show in Fig. 3-9. Make sure to trim only the end shown. Fig. 3-9 shows the direction of travel of the belt 13.
  • Page 33 20 Series Field Conveyor 18. Pull the belt through the tube and continue except for approximately 1’ . Note: Make sure the tensioner roller on the S- drive has been backed-off to it’s loosest position. 19. Wrap the belt around the discharge roller and...
  • Page 34 20 Series Field Conveyor 29. Position the Slide Assembly under the 1/2” SF Nut square tubing as shown in Fig 3-16. Make Track Top Plate sure the safety pins are on the intake side with the open side facing the discharge.
  • Page 35 20 Series Field Conveyor Axle Arm Axle Arm 1/2” SF Nut Axle Weldment Wheel Bolts 1/2” x 4” U-Bolt Tire Assembly FIG. 3-18. Axle Frame Assembly 35. Attach the Axle Arms to the Axle using two 1/2” x 4” U-Bolts and lock nuts. Make sure there is one U- 1/2”...
  • Page 36 20 Series Field Conveyor 39. Mount the A-Frame Cross Brace to the A-Frame Arms as shown in Fig 3-21 using fasteners shown. To ensure that the cross brace is square, measure from the top of each A-Frame Arm as well as the diagonal distance.
  • Page 37 20 Series Field Conveyor 42. Raise the intake end of the conveyor slightly and remove the stand. Rest the 1/2” x 3 1/2” Bolt intake on the ground. 43. Carefully wrap a sling around the Discharge Assembly and raise the discharge end to approximately 12’...

  • Page 38: Winch Assembly

    20 Series Field Conveyor 51. Oil Seed Conveyors Only Clean the area of the conveyor tube shown in Fig. 3-26 and carefully install the Oil Seed 1” Decals. 28” Centre Badge in opening - both sides FIG. 3-26. Installing the Oil Seed Decals 3.3 Winch Assembly...

  • Page 39: Operation

    CHAPTER 4 4.1 Principles of Operation The Brandt Belt Conveyors are used for moving products to or from a storage site. The conveyor is powered by either an electric motor, gas or diesel engine. The engine/motor is mounted beneath the main tube (A).

  • Page 40: Setup For Operation Of A New Machine

    The cable anchor on the winch drum must be tight. Notice. A new belt will tend to wear The Brandt Belt Conveyors have been designed slightly at the edges and throw out small to the specifications on the following table.

  • Page 41: Pre-Operation Checklist

    20 Series Field Conveyor 4.3 Pre-Operation Checklist Before operating the Conveyor and each time WARNING! Never move the conveyor thereafter, the following areas should be manually. Do not push on the conveyor checked. undercarriage. Ensure the conveyor belt slides freely inside The conveyor must be on a level surface the tube.

  • Page 42: Discharge Hood Adjustment

    20 Series Field Conveyor The reset and the motor starting controls 4.5 Discharge Hood must be located so that the operator has full Adjustment view of the entire operation. Keep all guards and shields in place. The angle of the Discharge Hood is adjustable.

  • Page 43: Full Load Operating

    20 Series Field Conveyor 4.7 Full Load Operating During the regular operation of your conveyor, one person must be in position to monitor the operation. It is also good practice to visually inspect the conveyor periodically during the actual operation. You should be alert for unusual vibrations, noises and loosening of fasteners.

  • Page 44: Oilseed & Fertilizer Operation

    20 Series Field Conveyor 4.9 Oilseed & Fertilizer 4.10 Conveyor Shutdown Operation 4.10.1 Normal Shutdown The conveying of different products will cause the belt to either shrink or stretch. The oil from Reduce the flow of grain into the conveyor crushed Oilseed or the dust from fertilizer can slowly.

  • Page 45: Clean Up And Storage

    20 Series Field Conveyor 4.11 Clean Up and Storage 4.12 Transport When the operation has been completed, it is Moving the Conveyor with a Towing Vehicle to or recommended that you move the conveyor to from the Work Area. the new work area or storage area.
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  • Page 47: Maintenance

    20 Series Field Conveyor Maintenance 5.3.1 10 Hours or Daily CHAPTER 5 1. Lubricate all roller bearings. Check the motor/engine drive belt tension. The belts should deflect 3/4” with 9 lbs. force 5.1 Fluids and Lubricants at the center of the span.

  • Page 48: Hours Or Weekly

    20 Series Field Conveyor 10 Hours 10 Hours 5.3.2 50 Hours or Weekly 1. Lubricate drive chain. Check motor/engine drive belt tension. 5.3.3 Annually 1. Check the wheel bearing tightness, repack if necessary. Check that all hardware is properly tightened and secure.

  • Page 49: Conveying Belt Tension And Alignment

    20 Series Field Conveyor 5.4 Conveying Belt Tension and Alignment Proper belt tension depends on several factors but is primarily due to the commodity being conveyed and the capacity at which the conveyor is running. The more capacity the tighter the belt will need to be to prevent slippage.
  • Page 50 20 Series Field Conveyor Run the conveyor for 1 minute then stop it and lock out the power source. Examine the Spring Tension Gauge and readjust if necessary. Note: While the machine is running, the dashed line on the gauge WILL NOT be in-line with the plate.

  • Page 51: Belt Alignment

    20 Series Field Conveyor 5.4.2 Belt Alignment The belt is properly aligned when it runs in the center of the rollers. Check frequently during the first few minutes of operation and several times during the first 10 hours of operation.
  • Page 52 20 Series Field Conveyor If adjustment is required at the transition location, loosen the fasteners on the bearing shown below and use the adjustment bolt to move the roller in the required direction. Adjust the bearing location a little at a time.
  • Page 53 20 Series Field Conveyor Check the belt alignment on the S Rollers by lifting the ends of the hopper flashing as shown below. Lift the Hopper Flashing and look at the ends of the Roller Upper S Roller If adjustment is required at this location, loosen the fasteners on the bearings shown below and use the adjustment bolt to move the rollers in the required direction.
  • Page 54 20 Series Field Conveyor Step 2 - Checking the Alignment at the S-Drive 1. Remove the front S-Drive Cover as shown. Observe the belt as it goes into the EZ Trak envelop to determine if the belt is centered. EZ Trak Envelop...
  • Page 55 20 Series Field Conveyor Step 3 - Checking the Alignment at the Discharge 1. Check the belt alignment at the end of the Discharge by looking in the open slots to determine if the belt is centered on the Discharge Roller.
  • Page 56 20 Series Field Conveyor Oil Seed Conveyors When dealing with an Oil Seed Conveyor, follow all the previous steps. However, in order to view the ends of the rollers in the hopper transition area, the bolts shown below must be removed and the flashing folded back.

  • Page 57: Belt Replacement

    20 Series Field Conveyor 5.5 Belt Replacement 5.6 Lacing Inspection 1. Remove the wind guard covers from the Particular attention should be paid to the belt center of the conveyor. lacing. Because of the flexing motion of the belt, the lacing is always in motion.

  • Page 58: Wheel Hub Installation

    20 Series Field Conveyor 5.7 Wheel Hub Installation 5.7.2 Checking Endplay of an Installed Hub 5.7.1 Adjusting the Hub Note: Endplay must be checked with a Dial Tightness Indicator. To adjust the 6 bolt wheel hub tightness, use the 1. Ensure the hub has been installed using the following instructions.

  • Page 59: Service Record

    20 Series Field Conveyor 5.8 Service Record Use this table to record the service work done to the machine. See Lubrication Section 5.2 for details of service. Table Codes C - Check L - Lubricate Hours Serviced By, Initial Service Schedule...

  • Page 60: General Torque Specifications

    20 Series Field Conveyor 5.9 General Torque Specifications Use the following guidelines when tightening bolts. Tighten all bolts to the torques specified in charts unless otherwise noted throughout this • manual. Check the tightness of the bolts periodically, using the bolt-torque chart as a guide.

  • Page 61: Unified Inch Bolt And Screw Torque Values

    20 Series Field Conveyor 5.9.1 Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values TABLE 5-1. SAE Grade 1 SAE Grade 2 SAE Grade 5, 5.1 or 5.2 SAE Grade 8 or 8.2 Bolt or...

  • Page 62: Metric Bolt And Screw Torque Values

    20 Series Field Conveyor 5.9.2 Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values TABLE 5-2. Class 4.8 Class 8.8 or 9.8 Class 10.9 Class 12.9 Bolt or Screw Lubricated Lubricated Lubricated Lubricated Size N.m lb-in N.m lb-in N.m lb-in N.m lb-in N.m lb-in N.m lb-in N.m lb-in N.m lb-in M6 4.7...

  • Page 63: Suggested Torque For Hydraulic Fittings

    20 Series Field Conveyor 5.9.3 Suggested Torque for Hydraulic Fittings Suggested Torque for Hydraulic Fittings TABLE 5-3. Torque Fitting Size Dash Size 37° JIC ft-lb ft-lb ft-lb 1-1/4 1-1/2 5.9.4 Suggested Torque for Tapered Pipe Thread Hydraulic Fittings Tapered Pipe Thread Torque TABLE 5-4.

  • Page 64: Cable Clamps

    20 Series Field Conveyor 5.9.5 Cable Clamps Cable Clamp Torque Values TABLE 5-5. Amount of Cable Clamp Min. Number Cable to turn Torque in lb-ft Size of Clamps back in inches 3/16” 3 3/4” 1/4” 4 3/4” 5/16” 5 1/4”...

  • Page 65: Acronyms And Abbreviations

    20 Series Field Conveyor 5.11 Acronyms and Abbreviations Acronyms and Abbreviations TABLE 5-7. Term / Symbol Definition ‘ Foot “ Inch Ampere American Petroleum Institute ASABE American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers ASTM American Society of Testing and Materials...
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  • Page 67: Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting CHAPTER 6 The Brandt Grain Belt Tube Conveyors have been designed to give long and trouble-free use. Minor problems do, however, occur from time to time. In the following section, we have listed many of the problems, causes and solutions to the problems that you may encounter. If you encounter a problem that is difficult to solve, even after reading through this trouble shooting section, please contact your local Brandt dealer.
  • Page 68 20 Series Field Conveyor Symptom Possible Cause Solution Leakage at the hopper. Flashing wore out or not Replace or reposition the positioned properly. flashing. Angle is too steep Decrease angle of conveyor Too much roll back of product Reduce the feed rate into the in the transition area of the intake.

  • Page 69: Parts List

    20 Series Field Conveyor Parts List CHAPTER 7 7.1 Drawing List 2045 Tube Assembly on page 64 2055 Tube Assembly on page 66 Standard Intake Assembly on page 68 Oil Seed Intake Assembly on page 70 Discharge Assembly on page 72...

  • Page 70: 2045 Tube Assembly

    20 Series Field Conveyor 2045 Tube Assembly Hopper Handle Assembly...
  • Page 71 20SERIES OIL SEED LP INTAKE ASSEMBLY B027605 DISCHARGE SPOUT, 20 SERIES 2072203 20 SERIES STD FIELD S DRIVE ASSEMBLY 2072190 20 SERIES OIL SEED FIELD S DRIVE ASSEMBLY B018655 BELT, RUBBER 2045LP 2079680 BELT, OIL SEED 2045LP C2149041 HOPPER HANDLE B001028 BOLT 3/8”...

  • Page 72: 2055 Tube Assembly

    20 Series Field Conveyor 2055 Tube Assembly Hopper Handle Assembly...
  • Page 73 20SERIES OIL SEED LP INTAKE ASSEMBLY B027605 DISCHARGE SPOUT, 20 SERIES 2072203 20 SERIES STD FIELD S DRIVE ASSEMBLY 2072190 20 SERIES OIL SEED FIELD S DRIVE ASSEMBLY B018656 BELT, RUBBER 2055LP 2079679 BELT, OIL SEED 2055LP C2149041 HOPPER HANDLE B001028 BOLT 3/8”...

  • Page 74: Standard Intake Assembly

    20 Series Field Conveyor Standard Intake Assembly...
  • Page 75 20 Series Field Conveyor ESCRIPTION ESCRIPTION 2079445 STD LP INTAKE 8000731 1/4” LOCK NUT 2072469 HITCH RECIEVER 8000237 3/8” x 1” BOLT - GR.5 C2137861 EZ TRAK BOTTOM PLATE 8014204 3/8” LOCK NUT C211754 INTAKE ROLLER 8000755 3/8” HEX NUT B0172015 1 1/4”...

  • Page 76: Oil Seed Intake Assembly

    20 Series Field Conveyor Oil Seed Intake Assembly...
  • Page 77 20 Series Field Conveyor ESCRIPTION ESCRIPTION 2073781 OIL SEED LP INTAKE 8000796 5/8” HEX NUT 2072469 HITCH RECIEVER 8000480 5/8” x 2 1/4” CARRIAGE BOLT C2137861 EZ TRAK BOTTOM PLATE 8003578 #10 FLAT WASHER C211754 INTAKE ROLLER B0020367 #10 x 1” TEK SCREW B0172015 1 1/4”...

  • Page 78: Discharge Assembly

    20 Series Field Conveyor Discharge Assembly...
  • Page 79 20 Series Field Conveyor ESCRIPTION C214452A 20" DISCHARGE C/W DECALS B017224 1 15/16” BEARING - 2 BOLT C214487 DISCHARGE BOTTOM C205055 1 15/16” BEARING PLATE C202450 ROLLER B021253 IDLER ROLLER C202472 DISCHARGE CAP 2074066 WIPER 2071356 BEARING COVER NUT 2067863...

  • Page 80: Standard S-Drive Assembly

    20 Series Field Conveyor Standard S-Drive Assembly...
  • Page 81 20 Series Field Conveyor ESCRIPTION 2073677 S-DRIVE FRAME 2073702 CLEAN OUT TRAY C2137815 REAR GUARD C2177807 DRIVE ROLLER C2177808 ROLLER B017224 1 15/16” BRAEING - 2 BOLT B0172235 1 1/2” BEARING - 2 BOLT C211609 BEARING SPACER C2158184 ROLLER ACCESS PANEL...

  • Page 82: Oil Seed S-Drive Assembly

    20 Series Field Conveyor Oil Seed S-Drive Assembly...
  • Page 83 20 Series Field Conveyor ESCRIPTION 2073677 S-DRIVE FRAME 2073702 CLEAN OUT TRAY C2137815 REAR GUARD C2177807 DRIVE ROLLER C2177808 ROLLER B017224 1 15/16” BRAEING - 2 BOLT B0172235 1 1/2” BEARING - 2 BOLT C211609 BEARING SPACER C2158184 ROLLER ACCESS PANEL...

  • Page 84: Undercarriage Assembly

    20 Series Field Conveyor Undercarriage Assembly...
  • Page 85 20 Series Field Conveyor ESCRIPTION 2079634 AXLE WELDMENT 2079660 A-FRAME ARM - 2045 2079504 A-FRAME ARM - 2055 2079665 AXLE ARM - 2045 2079523 AXLE ARM - 2055 2079668 AXLE ARM CROSS BRACE - 2045 2079646 AXLE ARM CROSS BRACE - 2055...

  • Page 86: Slide Assembly

    20 Series Field Conveyor Slide Assembly Winch Cable Sheave Ass’y Under Side of Tube...
  • Page 87 20 Series Field Conveyor ESCRIPTION C2147879 SLIDE BEARING SPACER C2148006A CABLE PULLEY ASSEMBLY B017256 BEARING- 3/4” ID x 2.047” OD B002054 3/16” x 2” COTTER PIN B001157 3/4” SAE FLAT WASHER 8023319 3/4” STOVER LOCK NUT C2147983 LIFT CABLE PULLEY LONG PIN...
  • Page 88 20 Series Field Conveyor...
  • Page 90 Toll Free: 1-866-427-2638 www.brandt.ca...

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