BEAN TENDER
Models:
BTS-295, BTS-410, WT-295
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Page 1: ...BEAN TENDER Models BTS 295 BTS 410 WT 295 OPERATOR S MANUAL...
Page 2: ...y addressed as follows Convey All Industries Inc 130 Canada Street Winkler Manitoba R6W 0J3 Canada This warranty shall expire one 1 year after the date of delivery of the new machinery If these condit...
Page 3: ..._____________________________________ The Dealer must fill out this form It is to be signed by both the Dealer and Buyer at the time of delivery Scan or photograph the completed form be sure it is leg...
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Page 5: ...2 10 Battery Safety 2 8 2 11 Placement Safety 2 8 2 12 Lock Out Tag Out Safety 2 8 2 13 Transport Safety 2 9 2 14 Storage Safety 2 9 2 15 Safety Decal Location 2 10 Section 3 OPERATION 3 1 3 1 Locatio...
Page 6: ...Annually 4 6 4 3 Maintenance Procedures 4 7 4 3 1 Conveyor Belt Tension 4 7 4 3 2 Conveyor Belt Alignment 4 8 4 3 3 Conveyor Belt Replacement 4 9 4 3 4 Drive Belt Tension 4 10 4 3 5 Check Pulley Align...
Page 7: ...ture Convey All Industries Inc reserves the right to modify the machinery design and specifications provided herein without any preliminary notice Performance quality may depend on the material being...
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Page 9: ...dicates a hazardous situation if not avoided could result in death or serious injury This word identifies hazards that are exposed when guards are removed It may be used to alert against unsafe practi...
Page 10: ...and operating instructions in this document and to follow them An untrained operator exposes himself and bystanders to possible serious injury or death Think SAFETY Work SAFELY 2 2 GENERAL SAFETY Read...
Page 11: ...impair the function and life of the equipment The design and configuration of this conveyor includes safety decals and equipment They need to be clean readable and in good condition 2 4 SAFETY DECALS...
Page 12: ...operator s manual Be familiar with the safety messages found on the decals around this unit Personal protective equipment including Hard hat Safety glasses Safety shoes Work gloves are recommended dur...
Page 13: ...mper with governor springs governor links or other parts which may increase the governed engine speed Do not strike flywheel with a hard object or metal tool This may cause it to shatter in operation...
Page 14: ...isible 2 8 OPERATING SAFETY Be sure that anyone who will be operating the machine or working on or around the unit reads and understands the operating maintenance and safety information in this operat...
Page 15: ...eyor BTS Revised 02 2019 2 7 SWINGING CONVEYOR KEEP AWAY 2 9 WORKPLACE HAZARD AREA Fig 2 Workplace hazard area OVERHEAD WIRES KEEP AWAY KEEP OUT OF SHADED HAZARD AREA CONVEYOR INTAKE AREA HAZARD KEEP...
Page 16: ...ender Be sure it is fully charged check monthly Store the battery inside Do not sit the battery on a cold concrete floor Before using the battery after it has been in storage be sure it has the optima...
Page 17: ...transporting of equipment on public roads Do not drink and drive Be a safe and courteous driver Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations including narrow bridges intersections etc Watch for...
Page 18: ...2 15 SAFETY DECAL LOCATION The following illustration shows the general location of decals on this tender Good safety practices include being familiar with these signs the type of warning the area an...
Page 19: ...ead and understand the Operator s Manual and all safety messages before using Place all controls in neutral stop the engine and remove the ignition key Wait for all moving parts to stop before servici...
Page 20: ...conveyor belt A gas engine mounted on the pivoting frame powers the unloading conveyor A centrifugal clutch on the engine output shaft engages when the engine speed reaches 1400 RPM A belt drive syst...
Page 21: ...s lever controls the position of the choke Always open the choke fully when operating the machine d Throttle This lever controls the engine RPM Always run at maximum engine RPM when operating the conv...
Page 22: ...stopping engine Set the belt tension so the belt does not slip during operation Conveyor Swing The Conveyor can swing through a plus or minus 140 arc This allows it to fill more than one compartment w...
Page 23: ...revent the tender from upending Always Unload the rear compartment first to maintain weight on the trailer hitch The Gates can be opened using the levers attached to the frame They can also be opened...
Page 24: ...tire unit Refer to Remote Control s manual for function SETUP Button Refer to Remote Control s manual for Setup function NET Button Shows Net weight for the entire unit Refer to Remote Control s manua...
Page 25: ...age Downspout The tender is shipped from the factory with the 3 Stage Downspout not attached to the discharge Refer to Machine Preparation Section 3 5 2 Sight Glass Each bin in the tender is designed...
Page 26: ...k Away Switch A Break Away Switch is installed on all trailers built by Convey All Industries The control box contains LEDs to show the condition of enclosed battery There is a Test button to check th...
Page 27: ...h pin removed Fig 28 Trailer wheels Fig 29 Trailer lights Trailer Wheels Periodically check the tires air pressure At the same time ensure the wheels are torqued to 100 lb Trailer Lights For your safe...
Page 28: ...10 Check that the trailer s Break Away Switch functions and its battery is at full charge After 10 Hours 11 Go to the service schedule in the Servicing Intervals section Refer to the engine manual for...
Page 29: ...ure to keep the frame balanced or use the fork lift pockets if available 4 Lift frame and move over truck trailer frame 5 Set down on deck 6 Install the anchor bolts at each corner of the frame 3 5 2...
Page 30: ...3 4 3 Open roll top cover NOTICE Upending Hazard Always load the front seed compartment first to prevent the tender from upending 4 Fill the compartments with product 5 Close the roll top cover 6 Be s...
Page 31: ...gages starting the conveyor belt 18 Open the rear gate 19 Fill the box or bin 20 Reduce engine RPM to low idle stopping the conveyor 21 Move the downspout over next box or bin 22 Increase engine RPM 2...
Page 32: ...th material Since the start up torque loads are much higher than normal when the belt is covered Restart at a low speed It may be necessary to tighten the drive belt slightly to handle the heavier tha...
Page 33: ...ays listen for any unusual sounds or noises If any are heard stop the machine and determine the source Correct the problem before resuming work Never allow anyone into the workplace hazard area If any...
Page 34: ...ll and secure with a retainer Attach the safety chain around the drawbar cage 6 Ensure the SMV Slow Moving Vehicle emblem all lights and reflectors required by local highway and transport authorities...
Page 35: ...and bearings Refer to Section 4 2 Make sure that all grease cavities have been filled with grease to remove any water residue from the washing This also protects the bearing seals 5 Check condition of...
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Page 37: ...lugging Servicing Safety Keep hands feet hair and clothing away from all moving and or rotating parts Make sure there is plenty of ventilation Never operate the engine in a closed building The exhaust...
Page 38: ...grease as this may push the seal out 4 Replace and repair broken fittings immediately 5 If fittings will not take grease remove and clean thoroughly Also clean lubricant passageway Replace fitting if...
Page 39: ...evere or unusual conditions may require more frequent lubrication and oil changes Schedules may vary depending on options and engine model contained in the present unit IMPORTANT For engine servicing...
Page 40: ...tensioned belt will not slip when in operation WARNING Guards Removed Machine is shown with guards removed for illustrative purposes only Never operate machine with access guards opened or removed 9...
Page 41: ...nder Trailer if equipped 11 Test Break Away System battery level 12 Test the Break Away Switch Removing the pin Then pull the trailer to feel if the brakes have engaged Fig 57 Trailer lights Fig 58 Tr...
Page 42: ...ange engine oil and filter Refer to Section 4 3 7 17 Change air filter Refer to Section 4 3 8 18 Change oil in the centrifugal clutch gear box Refer to Section 4 3 9 Fig 61 Centrifugal clutch 19 Wash...
Page 43: ...the tension often while breaking in the conveyor because the belt may stretch The conveyor belt should not slip on the hopper and discharge rollers during operation The tension of the belt should be c...
Page 44: ...e belt is new Check it s position on the drive and discharge rollers Note If belt is out of alignment it will move to the loose side Tighten loose side or loosen tight side 2 Loosen the drive roller b...
Page 45: ...belt to be removed which is hanging closest to the hopper 7 Pull the end of the old belt which is coming from the direction of the discharge spout The new belt will follow and be threaded into place...
Page 46: ...between pulleys Allow 1 64 of deflection per inch of span 6 Tighten the jam nuts to their specified torque 7 Place guard over the belt and bolt to secure WARNING Rotating Part Hazard Always install an...
Page 47: ...7 11 9 21 8 17 5 9 5 16 0 500 1740 1741 3000 14 1 12 5 21 0 18 5 15 9 14 6 23 5 21 6 D 12 0 16 0 200 850 851 1500 24 9 21 2 37 0 31 3 n a n a 18 0 20 0 200 850 851 1500 30 4 25 6 45 2 38 0 n a n a Unc...
Page 48: ...pan under the drain plug 2 Remove the drain plug and allow the oil to drain for 10 minutes 3 Install and tighten the drain plug 4 Remove engine oil filter 5 Dispose of the filter and used oil in an ap...
Page 49: ...r filter 2 Remove the foam from the engine 3 Use an air hose to blow the dust and debris out of the foam 4 Reinstall or replace foam 5 Secure the cover 4 3 9 Change Centrifugal Clutch Oil 1 Remove dra...
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Page 51: ...ed By 10 Hours or Daily Check Fuel Level Check Engine Oil Level Clean Air Filter Check Oil Level in Centrifugal Clutch Reservoir 50 Hours or Weekly Grease Hopper Roller Bearings Grease Discharge Rolle...
Page 52: ...ess claims for shortages or errors are made immediately upon receipt of goods they will not be considered Inspect all goods received immediately upon receipt When damaged goods are received insist tha...
Page 53: ...wet snowy conditions Clean the belt Hopper flashing too tight Adjust to loosen the flashing Movements are jerky when operating with the remote control Low battery power Recharge battery or replace Co...
Page 54: ...roller is jammed Check for sticks stones other objects jammed in belt drive area and remove Failed centrifugal clutch Replace clutch Conveyor belt doesn t align correctly Roller lagging may be worn R...
Page 55: ...aintenance information presented in this manual Do not operate or allow anyone else to operate this equipment until such information has been reviewed Review this information annually before the seaso...
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Page 57: ...Model Total Cubic Feet Bushels Conveyor Size Overall Length Comp Length Comp Height Comp Width Discharge Height Conveyor Height plus Trailer Weight empty BTS 295 295 240 8 Tube 10 Belt 24 7 11 11 8 3...
Page 58: ...3 8 27 20 45 33 63 45 M5 6 4 9 7 7 16 41 30 72 53 100 75 M6 10 7 15 11 1 2 61 45 110 80 155 115 M8 25 18 35 26 9 16 95 60 155 115 220 165 M10 50 37 70 52 5 8 128 95 215 160 305 220 M12 90 66 125 92 3...
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