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4.19. Install Lift Cylinder Cables to the Lift Assist
Track shoe must rest against track stop when adjusting cable. If this isn’t done, the auger can
raise higher than designed to lift, resulting in damage to auger and possible injury to
personnel.
Note
Although the lift cable is factory installed on the cylinder, make sure that the cable clamps on the
cylinder are secure and the cables are properly seated in the cable sheaves before attaching the cable
to the track shoe.
1. Ensure that all cylinders are in full down position, and that track shoe is resting against the lift assist.
2. Thread lift cables over the cable-attach-rod on the track shoe and pull tight. Ensure the minimum turn-back
length of cable has been reached.
Note
Unroll and straighten lift cables carefully during installation. Ensure that there are no kinks, loops,
twists, or any visible defect in the cables. Discard and replace cables that have any visible defect. Do
not unroll cables on the ground or otherwise expose cables to dirt or grit. Wipe cables with a clean
cloth to ensure that any grit is removed before installation.
3. Secure the cables in place by installing and tightening the cable clamps.
a. Apply first clamp one base width from the minimum turn back length of cable with the u-bolt over the
dead end. Live end rests in clamp saddle. Tighten nuts evenly to the recommended torque.
b. Apply second clamp as close to loop as possible with the u-bolt over the dead end. Live end rests in
clamp saddle. Turn nuts firmly but do not tighten.
c. Apply remaining clamps evenly between the first two with the u-bolt over the dead end. Live end rests
in clamp saddle.
d. Apply tension and tighten all nuts evenly to the recommended torque.
Important
The 85' model requires four 5/16” cable clamps per cable, and the 105'/125' models requires four 1/2”
cable clamps per cable. Ensure that cable clamps are positioned with the U-bolt portion of the clamp on the
unloaded side of the lift cables.
Failure to tighten the nuts properly could cause the main auger tube to drop from a raised
position quickly and without warning, and could lead to personal injury or death.
Model
Cable Clamp
Turn-Back Length
Nut Torque
85'
5/16"
7-3/4" (20 cm)
20 ft·lb
105'/125'
1/2"
11-1/2" (29 cm)
65 ft·lb
4. Tie up excess ends of lift cable with tape or cable ties.
Important
Lift cables will stretch with initial use. Check and adjust frequently.
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