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Safety

PERSONAL SAFETY

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Do not

allow minors and any unqualified trained personnel to operate or be near the unit unless

properly supervised!

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Do not

allow anyone to ride on the unit at anytime!

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Never leave

the unit running unattended!

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Always wear

appropriate personal safety gear as called for by the job or working conditions!

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Never wear

loose clothing while working around moving parts.

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Always be aware

of pinch point areas on the unit!

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Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts.

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Stop and disengage PTO and shut off tractor before doing any adjusting or servicing to unit.

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Never step

on or over PTO drive-line at any time.

Summary of Contents for Field Floater

Page 1: ...USER MANUAL Aug 2013 English Edition 1325 Bushel Extension 1550 Bushel Extension 2000 Bushel Extension Swivel Upper Vertical Auger ...

Page 2: ...most accurate and readily understandable information on our equipment Due to our continuing efforts to produce the best products available upgrades and improvements to our equipment may precede the manual updates Therefore contents of this manual are based on information in effect at the time of publication and are subject to change without notice ...

Page 3: ...L S CONTENTS This is important in the safe handing of this equipment and promoting an efficient operation If there are any questions about areas in this manual it is important to contact your dealer for clarification This machine is warranted as stated on the next page A registration card is to be filled in by your dealer with your name and address and promptly returned to the factory The card pro...

Page 4: ...ed by Balzer Inc and which carry the warranty of the manufacturer thereof or to normal maintenance such as tune up or normal maintenance parts such as oil filters Replacement or repair parts installed in this Product covered by this Warranty are warranted only for the remainder of this Warranty as if such parts were original components of said Product BALZER INC MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESS OR ...

Page 5: ...is form must be filled out and signed by customer at the time of delivery Product ________________________________________________ Model ________________________________________________ Serial ________________________________________________ Date of Purchase ___________________________________________ Customer Name ___________________________________________ Address _______________________________...

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Page 7: ...7 Table of Contents To the Purchaser Page 3 Warranty Page 4 Table of Contents Page 7 Safety Page 8 Operation Page 29 Lubrication and Maintenance Page 56 Troubleshooting Page 77 Index ...

Page 8: ...uarded or shielded in order to assure proper operation In addition to this Manual decals on the machine warn of further danger and should be read and observed closely READ and follow the instructions on all decals REMEMBER It is the owner s responsibility for communicating information on the safe use and proper maintenance of this machine This includes providing understandable interpretation of th...

Page 9: ... essential that operators be physically and mentally free of mind altering drugs and chemicals and thoroughly trained in the safe operation of the unit Such training should be presented completely to all new operators and not condensed for those claiming previous experience Some photographs used in this manual may show Doors Guards and Shields open or removed for illustration purposes ONLY BE SURE...

Page 10: ...unning unattended Always wear appropriate personal safety gear as called for by the job or working conditions Never wear loose clothing while working around moving parts Always be aware of pinch point areas on the unit Keep hands feet hair and clothing away from moving parts Stop and disengage PTO and shut off tractor before doing any adjusting or servicing to unit Never step on or over PTO drive ...

Page 11: ...em check oil level and braking capacity with a full load on unit before operating the unit Check wheel bolts daily and tighten them as required Keep hands feet hair and clothing away from moving parts Insure all guards are in place before using Replace any parts which show signs of excessive wear cracking or likelihood of failure with original equipment service parts Be familiar with the levers co...

Page 12: ...er Dealer Keep hands feet hair and clothing away from moving parts Do not stand in front behind or along side of the machine when machine is running When parking unit block wheels securely before unhitching from tractor TOWING SAFETY THE MAX SPEED OF THE TOWING TRACTOR IS 20 MPH Observe recommended maximum road speeds or local speed limits which ever may be lower Always move unit with a farm tract...

Page 13: ...ury with hydraulic fluid Injected fluid must be surgically removed by a doctor familiar with this type of injury or gangrene may result Do not attempt to loosen or disconnect any hydraulic lines hoses or fittings without first relieving hydraulic circuit pressure Also be careful not to touch any hydraulic components that have been in recent operation because they can be extremely hot Always replac...

Page 14: ...d and the surface must be smooth and dry Most decals have a split backing which is meant to be removed from the split outward To apply the decals follow these procedures 1 Position the decal in the proper location and hold firmly over the largest portion of backing 2 Use one hand to hold the decal in position with the other hand carefully roll the loose end over and peel the backing outward When t...

Page 15: ...15 Safety ...

Page 16: ...16 Safety P 37601 Decals ...

Page 17: ...17 Safety P 21730 Decals P 27787 ...

Page 18: ...18 Safety Decals P 27787 P 94698 P 94699 P 90295 P 72725 ...

Page 19: ...19 Safety Decals P 90175 P 90241 P 90289 P 21730 ...

Page 20: ...20 P 860004 Safety Decals RIGHT ...

Page 21: ...21 Safety Decals P 90323 P 85026 P 90176 P 94699 P 94698 P 90174 P 90172 P 90177 P 90242 P 90179 P 90178 P 90244 P 90173 P 82904 P 12484 Serial Number Reference Number ...

Page 22: ...22 Safety Decals P 90177 P 90179 P 90178 ...

Page 23: ...23 Safety Decals P 90176 P 90244 ...

Page 24: ...24 Safety Decals P 90174 P 90172 P 90242 P 90173 ...

Page 25: ...25 Safety Decals P 90323 P 85026 P 82904 ...

Page 26: ...26 Safety Decals P 94699 P 94698 P 12484 ...

Page 27: ...27 Safety ...

Page 28: ...Clevis Pin 20 Draw Bar Ground Height 15 22 Tractor Hydraulic Flow 10 GPM to control block Tractor Hydraulic PSI 3000 PSI Hydraulic Outlets 1 Min 2 Max Hydraulic Zero Pressure Return Outlet Up to 1 Round 7 Pin Electric Tractor Connection Rear Hitch Category N A Tractor Requirements Attach 1 2 hydraulic lines from con trol block to tractor Attach 1 4 Brake hydraulic lines to tractor Return to Tracto...

Page 29: ...e jack to storage location and secure Check that the tractor s PTO has proper size splines Check that PTO slides freely and is not damaged Attach PTO shaft to tractor securely as required by its locking mechanism PTO should have approximately 1 3 over lap Attach the two 1 2 hydraulic lines from control block making sure the connectors are clean and in good repair Attach the two 1 4 hydraulic lines...

Page 30: ...eys from ignition Make all adjustments before any further operating is attempted NOTE Make mental and or physical notes concerning which way to move the lever to get the desired result Always close grain doors before disengaging PTO Always engage PTO and cross auger clutch before opening grain doors Be sure grain doors are closed before loading Always engage steering lock out cylinders before atte...

Page 31: ...31 Operation Tandem Axle Frame Tridem Axle Frame ...

Page 32: ...32 Operation Track Frame ...

Page 33: ...ach axle The links stabilize the axles they do not carry any weight On the left side of the machine each cylinder upper end is connected to the next one This is similar whether it is a two or three axle unit The circuit is closed once charged The oil can flow from any of the cylinder base ends to the one next on the same side and equalize the load permitting the axles to move up or down to negotia...

Page 34: ...ovide more control while filling cylinders 6 Raise unit until there is 7 of the left hand center hydraulic cylinder rod showing Close Valve 7 Open Right Hand Base End ball valve and common Rod End ball valve slowly and simultaneously 8 The cylinders can be filled by opening the valves a little not all the way This will provide more control while filling cylinders 9 Raise unit till there is 7 of th...

Page 35: ...35 Operation Independent Cross Axle Auto Steering Not used in Tandem Suspension To Hydraulic Control Block BASE BASE ...

Page 36: ...res the tractor valve to be pressurized momentarily and then the hose can be switched to the Steering position Once pressurized this locks the steering for the purpose of backing up and traveling down public roadways In order for this to function correctly the hose needs to be pressurized only when steering wheels need to be locked in the straight position The Independent Cross Axle Steering Syste...

Page 37: ...e clamp bolt on the clevis and turn the cylinder rod in or out to adjust the toe in on the left side When toe is set on the left side check right side If the right side needs adjustment loosen the jam nuts on the tie rod Rotate rod to the proper setting for the right side Re check both sides to make sure they are still correct If the measurements are still correct tighten the jam nuts on the tie r...

Page 38: ...he brakes are fully released the vacuum created pulls the piston of the calipers to fully retract which disengages the brakes on the unit To do so the master cylinder must never be full of hydraulic fluid when braking 1 Attach jumper hose 72182 to A port and B port 2 Connect the 1 4 hydraulic hoses to the tractor 3 Open ball valve to A port 4 Apply and hold pressure to braking system from tractor ...

Page 39: ...wheel to tractor first until no air bubbles come out 6 Repeat procedure until all brakes are bled 7 Relieve all pressure from the hydraulic lines from the tractor for the braking system 8 Close Ball Valve to A port 9 Remove jumper hose 72182 from A port and B port 10 Apply and hold pressure to braking system 11 Open bleeder screw on any brake caliper This will allow the master cylinder spring to c...

Page 40: ...40 Operation Braking System Schematic Jumper Hose 1 4 Hoses to Tractor A Adjustment Screw 14 Compressed 16 Extended Fill B Bleed Screw ...

Page 41: ...hat protects the gear box and drive line from overload The PTO must be engaged slowly use max modulation on tractor Do not slam engage Never operate without PTO guards DANGER Jack Storage The jack storage location is pictured below This location keeps it out of the way of the tires and removes the possibility of dragging PTO Jack Jack Storage ...

Page 42: ...42 Operation These doors are available for cleanout when needed Cleanout Doors Front Cleanout Door Bottom Cleanout Door ...

Page 43: ...43 Operation These doors are the primary means of starting stopping and regulating grain flow to the horizontal auger Keep all shields in place at all times DANGER Grain Doors Hydraulic Control ...

Page 44: ...l fitting Trapped oil in the clutch circuit can expand due to warm temperatures causing the swivel fitting to fail WARNING 1 Engage tractor hydraulic to feed in the right direction 2 Engage joystick control to un fold upper auger until upper auger locks into place 3 Start PTO slowly and use maximum modulation on tractor control 4 Pull joystick trigger that controls the clutch to engage cross auger...

Page 45: ...The steering rocker switch has three positions Pushing forward is momentary Straight steer This is usually used when backing up The middle position is the Float position This is used when you need the unit to steer with the tractor The third position will lock the steering in the Straight position This is normally used when traveling down the road ...

Page 46: ...rules set for the width of the grain cart itself When towing the grain cart with any vehicle wider than the cart itself there are running light extensions available Never transport with vertical auger in unloading position Doing so may cause structural damage to the vertical auger and grain cart CAUTION ...

Page 47: ...ric Entry Procedure Use the following procedure to enter numbers RM Key Press to increment value M Key Press to decrement numeric value HOLD MENU Press to move cursor one position to the right for numeric entry Reference this section anytime it refers to Numeric Entry Procedure EXAMPLE How to Enter 640 See steps A E on how to enter 640 A Press on the RM key 7 times 6 is displayed B Press the HOLD ...

Page 48: ...nd enter in 640 640 is displayed 3 Press the PRINT SELECT key 640 is displayed with all display annunicators lit 4 Press the PRINT SELECT key CONFIG is displayed 5 Press the PRINT SELECT key Current Configuration is shown 6 Use the Numeric Entry Procedure to enter the following Configuration Code 098390 098390 is shown 7 Press the PRINT SELECT key CONFIG is shown 8 Press the MENU key once CUSTOM i...

Page 49: ...nd enter in 640 640 is displayed 3 Press the PRINT SELECT key 640 is displayed with all display annunicators lit 4 Press the PRINT SELECT key CONFIG is displayed 5 Press the PRINT SELECT key Current Configuration is shown 6 Use the Numeric Entry Procedure to enter the following Configuration Code 098394 098394 is shown 7 Press the PRINT SELECT key CONFIG is shown 8 Press the MENU key once CUSTOM i...

Page 50: ... and enter in 640 640 is displayed 3 Press the PRINT SELECT key 640 is displayed with all display annunicators lit 4 Press the PRINT SELECT key CONFIG is displayed 5 Press the PRINT SELECT key Current Configuration is shown 6 Use the Numeric Entry Procedure to enter the following Configuration Code 098390 098390 is shown 7 Press the PRINT SELECT key CONFIG is shown 8 Press the MENU key once CUSTOM...

Page 51: ... and enter in 640 640 is displayed 3 Press the PRINT SELECT key 640 is displayed with all display annunicators lit 4 Press the PRINT SELECT key CONFIG is displayed 5 Press the PRINT SELECT key Current Configuration is shown 6 Use the Numeric Entry Procedure to enter the following Configuration Code 098394 098394 is shown 7 Press the PRINT SELECT key CONFIG is shown 8 Press the MENU key once CUSTOM...

Page 52: ...52 Lubrication Maintenance ...

Page 53: ...GREASE MEETING THE N L G I 2 SPECIFICATIONS AND CONTAINING 3 MOLYBDENUM DISULFIDE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED IN THE TELESCOPING MEMBERS ONLY EX MOBIL OIL COMPANY MOBILE GREASE COMPANY SHELL OIL COMPANY RETINAX AM TEXACO MOLYTEX EP 0 AND 2 GREASE RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE NOT LUBRICATED REPLACEMENT PARTS MUST BE LUBRICATED AT TIME OF ASSEMBLY USE AMOUNT LISTED ABOVE PER LOCATION THEN FO...

Page 54: ...wait until the PTO stops before getting off the tractor Do not wear loose fitting clothing or long free hanging hair when operating the power take off or when near rotating equipment When operating stationary PTO driven equipment always apply the tractor parking brake lock and block the rear wheels front and back To avoid injury do not clean adjust unclog or service PTO driven equipment when the t...

Page 55: ...before each prolonged period of non use Molded nipples on the guard near each guard bearing are intended as grease fittings and should be lubricated every 8 hours of operation Telescoping members must have lubrication to operate successfully regardless whether a grease fitting is provided for that purpose Telescoping members without fittings should be pulled apart and grease should be added manual...

Page 56: ...Note The chain is intended to prevent the guard from rotating against non moving parts and thereby reducing the likelihood of damage A properly installed chain will increase the service life of the guard when properly maintained 1 Chains must be attached to allow sufficient articulation of the shaft in all working positions Care must be taken to be sure that chain does not become entangled with dr...

Page 57: ... period of slipping Short duration torque peaks are limited Prior to initial operation and after long periods out of use release the pressure on the disks to insure proper function a Tighten nuts until friction disks are released Rotate clutch fully b Turn nuts fully back Now the clutch is ready for use Figure H5 shown also applies to other models of friction clutch see Figure H7 6 Overrunning clu...

Page 58: ...o bearing housing Figure L1 2 Turn guard cone into assembly position Figure L2 Further assembly instructions for guard Figures K1 K5 3 Reconnect chain if required Figure L3 M Disassembly Wide angle implement input driveline guard Figures M1 M7 1 Remove locking screws 2 Remove double yoke guard cone 3 Remove bearing ring 4 Remove locking screw 5 Turn cone to assembly position 6 Remove half guard 7 ...

Page 59: ...Fit bearing ring in groove with recesses facing profile tube 3 Slip on half guard 4 Turn cone until it engages correctly 5 Tighten locking screw 6 Grease bearing groove in double yoke 7 Insert bearing ring 8 Slide guard cone for double yoke over cam from the connecting end Make sure that holes for screws are visible in the recesses 9 Tighten locking screws ...

Page 60: ... nuts on all tires as per recommended torque specifications 3 Apply never seize to shaft on the upper vertical auger EVERY END OF SEASON OF OPERATION 1 Change oils in all oil chambers with recommended oil 2 Grease steering system kingpins with extra amount of grease while turning axle in both directions in order to push out all the old grease Periodic Maintenance Before doing any maintenance to th...

Page 61: ...t This process insures that grease is getting to all areas of the kingpin Grease each location until new grease can be seen being pushed out The kingpin and tie rod requires grease every 4 hours the unit is in operation Proper steering is dependent upon adequate greasing When conditions are dry and dusty the kingpins and tie rods will require grease more often Steering Lubrication Independent Cros...

Page 62: ...62 Lubrication Maintenance Steering Lubrication Independent Cross Axle Grease Locations Right Rear of Unit ...

Page 63: ... the nut is loose at this next slot remove the nut and try using another nut The hub should rotate with one hand the radial momentum will keep the hub rotating for a partial round 1 8 1 4 turn after letting go with the hand depending on speed of rotation This should give the desired preload Ensure that the wrench does not drag against the hub while tightening Check preload after 5 10 hours use Rem...

Page 64: ...iner clips and pulling on hoses Press trigger for auger clutch and check for oil flow at the brushes Make sure to have hoses pointed away from your body Wait two to three seconds and repeat until oil flow is present Remove Oiler Hoses to view oil flow Temperature Range Oil Viscosity 20 40 F SAE 20 40 100 F SAE 30 100 120 F SAE 40 120 140 F SAE 50 Oiler Viscosity Chart 5 8 ...

Page 65: ... has a grease line and fitting that permits greasing externally This location should get 1 to 2 careful pumps of grease every day of constant use The bearing at the front end of the horizontal auger has a grease line and fitting that permits greasing externally This location should get 1 to 2 careful pumps of grease every day of constant use Excessive pressure while applying grease can be harmful ...

Page 66: ...ery day Pump grease until old grease is visible Apply never seize to shaft that goes through pillow block bearing once every 40 hours The bearing located at the end of the vertical auger should get 1 to 2 careful pumps of grease every day of constant use Apply grease to fitting located on the bottom end of auger folding cylinder This should be greased every day Pump grease until old grease is visi...

Page 67: ...f the swivel vertical auger should get 1 to 2 careful pumps of grease every day of constant use Apply never seize to shaft that goes through pillow block bearing once every 40 hours The mid bearing on the vertical auger has a grease fitting that is accessible with the auger folded Grease at this location daily under normal conditions and more frequently if dusty or hot ...

Page 68: ...68 Lubrication Maintenance Vertical Auger Grease Location ...

Page 69: ...mall amount of moisture in the gearbox is common due to condensation when the warm gearbox is cooled If this occurs change the gearbox oil and continue to inspect it frequently Regular changing of oil will minimize chance for failure and the need for repairs NOTE Fill gearbox with 80W90 oil ...

Page 70: ...nd in the turned position This kingpin assembly must be greased daily in order for the steering system to function properly C If the system is still not steering properly call Balzer s Service Department at 1 800 795 8551 Extension 134 or 0 for the operator 2 Automatic chain oiler doesn t appear to let oil drain A Pump may need to be primed B If this doesn t work call Balzer s Service Department a...

Page 71: ...n evenly If this is not occurring and is considered a problem contact Blazer for information and help solving the situation 3 Unload auger has abnormal vibration A Ensure the hydraulic fold cylinder is extended to the full stroke position This is needed in order to lock the two halves together B May require the clevis on the high end of the hydraulic cylinder to be adjusted to ensure the system is...

Page 72: ... 1 800 795 8551 extension 134 or 0 for the operator 5 When unfolding vertical upper auger to unload it is slamming down hard A Unfold vertical upper auger all the way B There is a bleeder screw on the vertical upper auger on the rod end of the cylinder Crack open the screw just a little to let the air bubbles out C Close bleed screw tightly D You might have to fold and unfold vertical upper auger ...

Page 73: ...formation For horizontal auger adjust chain tensioner so that in tightest position there is a 1 2 13 mm deflection on the tight side of chain Ensure all three sprockets are aligned to avoid premature wearing of the chain Tight Side Chain Tensioner ...

Page 74: ...formation For vertical auger adjust chain tensioner so that in tightest position there is a 1 2 13 mm deflection on the tight side of chain Ensure all three sprockets are aligned to avoid premature wearing of the chain Tight Side Chain Tensioner ...

Page 75: ...75 Troubleshooting Vertical Auger Engagement Information Auger should be blocked between upper and lower vertical auger sections to prevent potential pinch hazard WARNING ...

Page 76: ...76 Notes ...

Page 77: ...77 Notes ...

Page 78: ...78 County Road 27 East PO Box 458 Mountain Lake MN 56159 Phone Number 800 795 8551 800 727 3133 Main 507 427 3133 Fax Number 507 427 3640 Website http www balzerinc com ...

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