6. O
PERATION
BATCO - T
OP
D
RIVE
F
IELD
L
OADER
6.2. M
ACHINE
B
REAK
-I
N
A
ND
O
PERATION
1300 P, 1500 P S
ERIES
24
P1512121
Note:
Use the connector splice as a reference when counting belt revolutions.
Contact your dealer or the factory for the appropriate drive components to obtain
the recommended belt speed.
6.2.8. O
PERATING
T
IPS
• Direct the flow of material into the input hopper in the direction of the belt for
the best capacity.
• Attempting to move material at too steep an angle can result in excessive
slide back and poor capacity.
• Always listen for any unusual sounds or noises. If any are heard, stop the
machine and determine the source. Correct the problem before resuming
work.
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• An optional hydraulic lift is available for the machine. Always close the
hydraulic safety ball valve when the machine is positioned.
• Do not run the machine for long periods of time without material on the belt-
ing. It increases belt wear.
• Do not support outlet end directly on the storage facility. Tie down the intake
(hopper) or weigh it down to prevent upending.
• To achieve maximum capacity, feed material onto belt until material tube
clearance is 1/2”; do not flood feed hopper.
• Load materials in the loading zone indicated in Figure 6.1.
Figure 6.1 Field Loader Hopper Loading Zone
