BATCO - T
OP
D
RIVE
F
IELD
L
OADER
6. O
PERATION
1300 P, 1500 P S
ERIES
6.1. P
RE
-O
PERATION
C
HECKLIST
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6. Operation
6.1. PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
B
EFORE
OPERATING
THE
CONVEYOR
EACH
TIME
:
• Service the machine per the schedule outlined in Section 8.1.
• Use only a tractor or electric motor of adequate power to operate the
machine. See “Top Drive Field Loader Specifications” on page 39.
Important:
Check winch and cable. There should be at least 3 complete wraps of cable
around the winch drum in transport position. Check that cable anchor on winch
drum is tight. Inspect cable and replace if frayed or damaged.
• Check that cable clamps are secure.
• Check that drive (Electric Models) and conveying belts are not frayed or dam-
aged and that they are properly adjusted and aligned. 8.3.5.See “Mainte-
nance” on page 27.
• Ensure wheels are chocked.
• Check that hopper and spout areas are free of obstructions.
• Support discharge end or anchor intake end before using.
6.2. MACHINE BREAK-IN AND OPERATION
Although there are no operational restrictions on the conveyor when used for the
first time, it is recommended that the following items be checked:
B
EFORE
STARTING
:
1. Read
the
conveyor and motot (if so equipped) operation manuals.
2. During the first few minutes of operation, check the conveyor belt alignment
to ensure preset alignment does not vary under loaded conditions. See
Maintenance section. 8.3.5.
A
FTER
OPERATING
OR
TRANSPORTING
FOR
1/2
HOUR
:
1. Re-torque all the wheel bolts.
2. Re-torque fasteners and hardware.
3. Check the drive and conveyor belt tension and alignment. Tension or align as
required. See Maintenance section.
A
FTER
OPERATING
FOR
5
AND
10
HOURS
:
1. Re-torque all wheel bolts, fasteners, and hardware.
Warning:
Before continuing, please reread the safety information relevant to this section at
the beginning of this manual. Failure to follow the safety instructions can result in serious
injury, death, or property damage.
