3.4 Final Placement of Auger
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When you are ready to use your auger, place the auger in its lowered position,
and slowly back it up to your bin or storage facility, keeping an eye out for any
people or obstructions in the hazard zone.
DANGER:
Avoid any electrical wires and overhead obstructions. Electrocution can
occur without direct contact. Failure to listen to this warning can result in
personal injury or death.
Use tractor hydraulics to raise the auger into position. Slowly back the auger
into position until the spout is over the opening of the bin or storage facility
and use tractor hydraulics to slowly lower the spout into the opening.
As soon as the auger is in position, the wheels of the auger must be chocked
on both sides. To prevent tipping, anchor or support the discharge end to the
bin or storage facility to further stabilize the auger.
3.5 Lowering the Auger
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Attach auger to tractor, making sure that your hydraulics are also attached to
the tractor. Raise the auger, to ensure that the outlet end is above the bin or
storage facility. Remove wheel chocks and ensure area is clear of personnel and
obstructions.
Drive forward, pulling auger slowly away from the bin or storage facility. Be
sure that the wheels are free to move, and lower the auger. Make sure auger is
in full down position before proceeding.
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