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5. Instructions

PNEG-258

 Scattergrain Grain Spreader

15

Adjustment for Bin Fill

1. Rotation is always viewed from top of the unit looking down on to the blade.

2. Be sure to fully tighten all bolts after each adjustment is made.

3. These adjustments describe the requirements for both extremes of bin sizes. For bin sizes between 

24" and 36" in diameter, start with intermediate adjustments and vary slightly as required to reach 
desired results.

Large Bin

36" Diameter and Greater

Small Bin

24" Diameter and Less

Ref #

Part 

Type

Operation/Procedure

Operation/Procedure

1

Spreader Blade

Tilt

Decrease (flatten)/loosen U-bolts and 
pivot the blade to horizontal. Always 
refer to single diverter side as gauge.

Increase/loosen U-bolts and pivot the 
blade (single diverter side) upward.

2

Spreader 

Diverter

Single Side

Decrease (center filling)/loosen bolts 
and rotate diverter clockwise.

Increase (center filling)/loosen bolt and 
rotate diverter counterclockwise.

Dual Side

Decrease (center filling)/loosen bolts 
and rotate diverters clockwise to direct 
flow in line with grain stream.

Increase (center filling)/loosen bolt and 
rotate diverters counterclockwise to 
direct flow across grain stream.

3

Blade Extension

Tilt

Increase/loosen bolt and pivot the 
extension upward to maximum 
allowance in slotted hole.

Remove blade extension.

4

Damper

Opening

Decrease (center filling)/loosen 
bolts and pivot dampers to nearly 
closed position.

Increase (center filling)/loosen bolts 
and pivot dampers to almost fully 
open position.

Summary of Contents for FFD-120-WH

Page 1: ...PNEG 258 Scattergrain Grain Spreader Model FFD 120 WH Installation and Operation Manual PNEG 258 Version 1 0 Date 12 09 11...

Page 2: ...2 PNEG 258 Scattergrain Grain Spreader...

Page 3: ...hapter 3 Grain Spreader Assembly Instructions 11 Chapter 4 Installation 12 Grain Spreader Installation 12 Chapter 5 Instructions 14 Operating Instructions 14 Adjustment for Bin Fill 15 Chapter 6 Maint...

Page 4: ...s Failure to read this manual and its safety instructions is a misuse of the equipment and may lead to serious injury or death DANGER WARNING CAUTION NOTICE This is the safety alert symbol It is used...

Page 5: ...clearance Clearance of portable equipment that may be taken to the bin site should also be reviewed and considered Any electrical control equipment in contact with the bin should be properly grounded...

Page 6: ...stallations are made Follow Safety Instructions Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and safety signs on your machine Keep signs in good condition Replace missing or damaged safety signs...

Page 7: ...ob Remove all jewelry Tie long hair up and back Wear safety glasses at all times to protect eyes from debris Wear gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges on plastic or steel parts Wear steel toe...

Page 8: ...door on the cover of the 24 porthole door and on the roof manway cover DC 1224 and DC 1225 or similar decals should be present on the bin Please contact the dealer or factory for free replacements All...

Page 9: ...se and suffocate Keep clear of all augers DO NOT ENTER this bin Failure to heed these warnings will result in serious injury or death If you must enter the bin 1 Shut off and lock out all power 2 Use...

Page 10: ...y to peak ring center collar Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death DC 368 Located on the cone segment Stay clear of rotating blade Blade could start automatically Can cause serious in...

Page 11: ...elect the proper number of diverter segments required See diverter segments chart below Diverter Segments Chart NOTE The various types of grain moisture content bin diameter and capacity of fill auger...

Page 12: ...olt hanger extensions to hatch collar 3 Tighten all bolts holding hanger extensions 4 Once unit is installed use a carpenter s level across the top of the spreader cone to confirm it is level in all d...

Page 13: ...it rotates freely without obstruction The motor turns the spreader blade counterclockwise as viewed from above the unit The power spread unit requires 115 volt power supply The minimum wire size is 14...

Page 14: ...y vary according to bin diameter and fill rate See Figure 5A Figure 5A Adjustment of the Tilt 2 Spreader diverters grain guide baffles are used to increase or decrease grain flow resistance over the s...

Page 15: ...tal Always refer to single diverter side as gauge Increase loosen U bolts and pivot the blade single diverter side upward 2 Spreader Diverter Single Side Decrease center filling loosen bolts and rotat...

Page 16: ...he motor pinion gear Inspect seals annually for signs of leakage check bearings annually for tightness In the event the motor fails to start check power supply to the motor If power supply exists and...

Page 17: ...tension Grain is high in center of bin small dough nut Flatten blade increase bite decrease grain flow to spreader Add blade extension Grain is high on one side of bin Level spreader correct grain flo...

Page 18: ...18 PNEG 258 Scattergrain Grain Spreader 8 Power Spreader Parts Assembly Scattergrain Spreader 1 2 HP Parts FFD 120 WH...

Page 19: ...Segments 10 Auger Use 0 Segments 13 S 456 Hex Nut 3 8 16 YDP Grade 5 14 S 1054 Split lock Washer 3 8 ZN 15 SPD 2001 Spreader Blade 16 SPD 2006 Damper 17 SPD 2004 Upper Back Up Plate 18 SPD 2013 GY Dr...

Page 20: ...20 PNEG 258 Scattergrain Grain Spreader NOTES...

Page 21: ...URPOSE OR DESIGN OF SUCH PRODUCTS GSI shall not be liable for any direct indirect incidental or consequential damages including without limitation loss of anticipated profits or benefits The sole and...

Page 22: ...ties having jurisdiction should be consulted before installations are made Illiana Distribution Center 1004 E Illinois St Assumption Illinois 62510 Phone 1 217 226 5100 Fax 1 217 226 5070 For more inf...

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