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Personnel operating or working around this equipment should read this manual. This manual must be delivered with equipment to its owner. Failure to read this manual and its safety instructions is a misuse of the equipment. Any misuse of the equipment may void the warranty. PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
Sweep Tractor Assembly ......................... 12 End Wheel Assembly ........................22 Sweep Tractor to Shield Assembly ....................23 Chapter 4 Parts List ............................24 Sweep Tractor Parts ......................... 24 End Wheel Parts ..........................26 Chapter 5 Warranty ............................27 PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
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If you need any of the above listed safety items or have safety questions, please contact GSI: GSI Group PO Box 20 1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL 62510 Ph: 217-226-4421 PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage. NOTE indicates information about the equipment that you should pay special attention. PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
Keep hands, feet and clothing away from rotating parts. Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove any Maintain Equipment and Work Area built up grease oil and debris. PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
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Prepare for Emergencies Be prepared if fire starts. Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy. Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service, hospital and fire department near your telephone. Keep Emergency Equipment Quickly Accessible PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
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P. Use ample overhead lighting after sunset to light the work area. Q. ALWAYS lock out ALL power to the equipment when finished unloading. R. Keep area around intake free of obstacles such as electrical cords, blocks, etc. that might trip workers. PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
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Shields and Guards A. ALWAYS keep ALL shields and guards in place during operation. We will replace any missing shields or guards free of charge. Refer Page 4 for more information on our Safety First program. PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
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All unqualified persons should always stay out of the work area. It is strongly recommended that another qualified person who knows the shut down procedure is in the area in the event of an emergency. Date Employee Name Supervisor Name PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
SHEAR POINT Moving parts can crush and cut. Keep hands clear of sprocket and chain. DC-1382 DC-1382 Decals located on outside of chain guards. PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
Right Hand Back Left Hand Front 1/2"-13 Serrated flanged nut 1/2"-13 x 1-1/4" Flanged bolts Bearing mount bracket Pillow block bearing 1/2" Flat washer 1/2"-13 x 2" Hex head cap screws Figure 3A PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
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BACK of the tractor frame throughout the manual. Back 3/8" x 1-3/4" Square key 40 Tooth sprocket 3/8"-16 x 2-1/2" Hex head cap screw Left Hand NOTE: Lock collars on inside of frame. 3/8"-16 Stover lock nut Figure 3B PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
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The treads of the tires should be in the forward direction. NOTE: Left Hand and Right Hand is determined from the BACK of the tractor frame throughout the manual. Back 1/2"-20 Lug nuts Left Hand Figure 3C PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
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8. Bolt the shield bracket weldment to the front of the tractor frame using two (2) 3/8"-16 x 3-1/2" hex head cap screws, two (2) 3/8" flat washers (only on the bottom slot of the weldment) and two (2) nuts. 3/8"-16 x 3-1/2" Hex head cap screws 3/8" Flat washers Figure 3D PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
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5/8"-11 x 6" Threaded rods Figure 3E 10. Place one (1) 5/8"-11 hex nut onto each rod in a temporary position. These will hold the motor plate in place. 5/8"-11 x 6" Threaded rods 5/8"-11 Hex nuts Figure 3F PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
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11. Mount the motor to the gear box plate using four (4) 3/8"-16 x 1" flanged bolts, then place over the threaded rods, resting on the hex nuts. 3/8"-16 x 1" Flanged bolts Gear motor assembly 5/8"-11 x 6" Threaded rods 5/8"-11 Hex nuts Figure 3G PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
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12. Mount the gear box plate and motor assembly to the 5/8"-11 x 6" threaded rod installed to the tractor frame using four (4) 5/8"-11 hex nuts. Gear motor assembly 5/8"-11 x 6" Threaded rods 5/8"-11 Hex nuts Figure 3H PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
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Tighten the chain as required by adjusting the nuts on the 5/8"-11 x 6" threaded rod. NOTE: Tighten bearing lock collar. 1/4" x 1" Square key 13 Tooth sprocket Roller chain Figure 3I PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
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3/8"-16 x 3/4" flanged bolt. Chain guard top assembly Chain guard bottom assembly 3/8"-16 x 3/4" Flanged bolt Figure 3J PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
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(1) 5/8" flat washer. NOTE: Install the weights against the left hand frame upright so the weight is in the middle of the tractor assembly. 5/8"-11 x 8-1/2" Threaded rod 5/8" Flat washer Figure 3K PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
3. Install the end wheel and collar onto the end of the stub shaft. Lock the collar in place with a 1/2" x 3-1/2" long hex head cap screw and 1/2" nylon lock nut. Sweep shield Bearing stand weldment Sweep flight Stub shaft End wheel Collar Figure 3L End Wheel Assembly PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
National Electric Code and all local and state codes. Adjustment bolts for adjusting the angle and height of the bracket (3/8" x 1" HHCS with flat washer’s nylon lock nut). Sweep shield Figure 3M Shield to Tractor Assembly PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION, PURCHASER HAS THE RESPONSIBILITY TO COMPLY WITH ALL FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL CODES WHICH MAY APPLY TO THE LOCATION AND INSTALLATION OF PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED OR SOLD BY GSI. PHLEGAL: #1832020 v1 (139LG01!.DOC) (revised December 2005) PNEG-1597 Sweep Tractor Assembly Instructions...
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This equipment shall be installed in accordance with the current installation codes and applicable regulations which should be carefully followed in all cases. 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...
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