Cumberland Hi-Lo, Installation And Operation Manual

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7. Installation
54 PNEG-250 Pan Feeders
Auger Installation
1. Remove the bearing cap, bearing and idler shaft from the boot.
2. Remove the cover plate on the control unit.
3. Feed the auger through the boot end into the auger tube, using constant care and inspection.
Two (2) people should be used for this operation: One should feed the auger into the auger tube
while the other sees that the auger is uncoiled without creating any strain. If feeding long lengths of
auger into the auger tube, overcome resistance by rotating the auger while pushing it into the tube.
4. In the event of a bend or kink, try to straighten the auger by hand. If the auger will not straighten by
hand, use locking pliers. If the auger still cannot be straightened, cut it on both sides of the bend
and remove the bent portion. A hacksaw or bolt cutters can be used to cut the auger. Refer to the
auger brazing section to reconnect the auger.
5. Loosen the U-bolt on the gearbox shaft, as shown in Figure 7CH .
6. Thread the auger through the U-bolt to within 1/2" (13 mm) of the rear drive wall.
7. Tighten the U-bolt securely.
8. Pull the auger from the boot end until all slack is removed.
Figure 7CH
Watch carefully for wire, tags, metal clips and especially for kinks and bends. If
the auger is bent or kinked, it must be straightened prior to operation.
Otherwise, excessive auger tube wear will result.
U-bolt