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2.9. Raising and Lowering the Conveyor
• Before raising/lowering/moving/adjusting the conveyor, make sure the area around the
conveyor is clear of obstructions and/or untrained personnel. Never allow anyone to stand
on or beneath the conveyor when it is being placed.
• Lower the conveyor to its lowest position when not in use.
• Empty the conveyor before raising or lowering.
• Do not get on or beneath the conveyor when raising or lowering.
• Raise and lower conveyor on reasonably level ground only.
• Never attempt to increase height of the conveyor by positioning wheels on lumber, blocks,
or by any other means. To do so will result in damage to conveyor and/or serious injury.
• Do not raise the conveyor in high winds.
2.10. Hydraulic Winch Safety
When Equipped:
• Keep away from rotating cable drum and winch cable. Do not touch or grab cable while
winch is being operated or use hands to guide the cable.
• Inspect cable and cable clamps before using hydraulic winch. Replace cable if frayed or
damaged. Tighten cable clamps if necessary.
• Check the cable anchor on the winch drum is tight.
• Confirm hydraulic hoses are in good condition.
• Do not continue to supply power to hydraulic winch after the conveyor has reached full up
position.
• Do not disconnect hydraulic quick couplers when lines are pressurized.
• Make sure lift cable is seated in cable pulley.
• Always keep a minimum of 3 cable wraps on the cable drum.
2.11. Positioning the Conveyor
• Transport and place equipment on reasonably level ground when raising, lowering,
positioning, or operating.
• Move the conveyor into position slowly. Do not unhitch and attempt to move by hand.
• Chock wheels and anchor intake end after placement.
2.12. Towing the Conveyor
The conveyor is not intended for transport on public roads. If it requires transport on a public roadway, the
following steps should be taken:
SWING-AWAY CONVEYOR – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR
