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MACHINE COMPONENTS
The main machine components for 5000 Series twin auger models are shown below.
Figure 10 - 5000 Series Twin Auger Mixer Components
1. Mixer Drum
– Contains the feed while it is cut and mixed by the vertical augers.
2. Vertical Auger
– Mixes the feed within the mixer drum and discharges the feed through the
unloading door.
3. Auger Knives
– Cuts the feed material as the auger rotates.
4. Restrictor Blades
– Adjustable blades can be moved inward to increase the cutting speed and
outward to decrease the cutting speed.
5. Viewing Window
– Allows operators to safely and easily view the cutting and mixing action inside the
drum.
6. Unloading Door
– Opens hydraulically to allow feed to be discharged.
7. Discharge Conveyor
– Depending on option chosen, the conveyor can be controlled hydraulically to
discharge feed at different heights, speeds and directions. Conveyors are standard on front centre
door configurations and optional on front corner door configurations.
8. PTO Shaft
– Couples between the tractor power take-off and
the driveshaft.
9. Driveshaft Front and Rear
– The front driveshaft couples between the PTO shaft and Planetary
Reducer Gearbox. The rear couples between both Planetary Reducer Gearboxes.
10. Planetary Reducer Gearbox
– Couples the Driveshaft to the Vertical Auger.