H&S GM 170, Operator'S Manual And Parts List

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SWINGING INTAKE AUGER ATTACHMENT
SIA Brake Tension
A brake lever adjusts the hold and horizontal position of the swinging
intake auger attachment. The brake mechanism consists of a
cam-type lever-activated mechanism which is connected to a band
around the attachment pivot. An adjustment bolt on the opposite
end of the lever, can be turned in to tighten, or out to loosen the
band around the pivot. The bolt should be adjusted so when the
brake lever is at a right angle to the pivot, there is not binding or
restriction when the auger is swung. When the brake lever is straight
out, there should be tight clamping around the pivot and the auger
is firmly held in place.
ADJUSTMENTS (cont.)
SIA Counterbalance Spring Tension
The Swinging Intake Auger (SIA) attachment is spring
counterbalanced to facilitate lifting the attachment. There are
multiple holes in the spring attachment bracket to select the
appropriate SIA lift tension. The spring should provide enough
tension to conveniently raise the SIA and still allow the SIA to
remain stationary when the intake hopper end is lowered to the
ground.
FRONT DRIVE CHAIN
The transfer auger/transmission shaft is driven by a sprocket which is
connected by the front drive chain to a sprocket on the main drive shaft. The
front chain tension is self-adjusted by a spring-loaded idler and does not require
adjustment. The chain should be inspected periodically for signs of wear.
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TRANSMISSION DRIVE (REAR) DRIVE CHAIN
The transmission input sprocket is linked by the rear drive chain
to a sprocket on the end of the transfer auger drive shaft. Chain
tension can be adjusted by appropriate positioning of an idler
sprocket which is attached to an adjustable bracket. Access to
the idler and bracket is obtained from under the machine. Chain
tension should be adjusted and maintained at a ¼” (6 mm)
deflection on the strand of chain opposite the idler sprocket.
NOTE: Rear chain tension should be checked periodically and
properly adjusted to prevent wear and excessive noise.