Operator’s Manual: Bean Tender-Swing Conveyor (BTS)
Revised 02.2019
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Section 3: OPERATION
The Convey-All™ bean tender is designed to efficiently deliver product to floaters, fertilizer spreaders and air
seeders, commodity carts and more.
It is the responsibility of the owner and operators to become familiar with the operating procedures in ths section.
Follow the instructions safely. It is everyone’s business to provide a safe working environment for their co-workers.
The design and configuration of this tender includes safety decals and equipment. Hazard controls and accident
prevention depend on the personnel operating and maintaining the equipment. Their concern, attentiveness and
proper training are crucial.
Many features incorporated into this machine are the result of suggestions made by customers like you. Read this
manual carefully for instructions on how to set it, to provide maximum efficiency.
By following these procedures, in conjunction with a good maintenance program, your bean tender will provide
many years of trouble free service.
• Read 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 servicing, adjusting, repairing or
unplugging.
• Clear the area of bystanders, especially children,
before starting.
• Be familiar with machine hazard area. If anyone
enters hazard areas, shut down machine
immediately. Clear the area before restarting.
• Install and secure all guards before starting.
Do not operate machine when any guards are
removed.
• Use care when climbing on frame or ladder to
prevent slipping or falling.
Operating Safety
• Do not allow riders on tender, when transporting.
• Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from all
moving and/or rotating parts.
• Do not place hands, arms or body between frame
and swivelling conveyor to prevent pinching or
crushing. Components can move unexpectedly.
• Set park brake on tractor/truck. Keep vehicle
attached to bean tender while working.
• Keep working area clean and free of debris to
prevent slipping or tripping.
• Establish a lock-out, tag-out policy for the
work site. Train all personnel in, and follow all
procedures. Lock-out, tag-out all power sources
before servicing the unit or working around
loading/unloading equipment.