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2. Using the jack supplied, insert it into one of the jack stubs located on one end of the axle. Jack must be
secured to jack stub using pin (attached to jack).
3. Raise one side at a time. Raise until the tire clears the ground.
4. Remove the axle pin from the axle and position the axle as desired until the holes line up. Reinsert the axle
pin and secure with hairpin. Lower the jack.
5. Repeat the process on the opposite side of the axle.
Figure 10.
Typical Extendable Axle
5.4. Raising and Lowering
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When equipped with a Hydraulic Lift Cylinder:
The intake hopper must be off the ground when raising and lowering the conveyor.
Before using the hydraulic lift cylinder:
• The hydraulic cylinders are shipped without oil and must be charged with oil before operating the first time.
See the Appendix section for charging instructions.
• Check that the hydraulic hoses are free from leaks, binding, flattening, kinks, or wear.
Raising
1. Before connecting the hydraulic hose, wipe the hose coupler clean.
Dirt in the hydraulic system can damage the cylinder o-rings and can cause leakage and
failure of the system.
2. Connect the hydraulic hoses, ensure the connections are tight. Visually check for leaks, binding, flattening,
kinks, or wear.
3. Open the ball valve on the hose connected to the cylinder.
4. Start tractor and idle at low rpm.
5. Engage hydraulic lever to power the cylinder.
6. Increase tractor rpm until desired rate of lift is reached.
7. Raise the conveyor to the desired height.
8. Close the hydraulic ball valve when the conveyor is fully raised.
SWING-AWAY CONVEYOR – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR
