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OPERATION
REPLACEMENT PARTS
READ complete manual CAREFULLY
BEFORE attempting operation.
NORMAL SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT! READ BEFORE OPERATING MIXER.
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Roller Chain Tighteners
so they apply sufficient spring tension to keep roller chains running smoothly. The chain will
form grooves in the tightener blocks. These grooves help to keep the chains in proper alignment, and the blocks need
not be turned unless the roller portion of the chain has worn into the block.
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Roller Chains
for wear, proper alignment and tension. Adjust or replace if necessary. Roller chain connector links which
pass over polyethylene tightener blocks must have the legs of the cotter pins trailing to the direction of rotation.
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Safety Decals
for readability. If any safety decals are removed, obstructed, or otherwise not understandable, they should
be replaced immediately. Keep all decals clean and visible.
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Safety Shielding
to be sure all shielding is in place and functions properly. Replace all damaged or missing shielding
immediately - see parts pages for more information.
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Bolts and Set Screws
after a few hours of use and each month thereafter. Tighten if necessary.
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Lower Auger Knives
for wear and replace as needed.
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Rear Nylon Thrust Washer
(located on lower augers between weldment and back wall of mixer inside of the mixing
chamber) should be checkd for wear periodically. The washer measures .25 thick when new.
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Trailer Hitch
for proper location, alignment and tightness of attaching bolts. If the upper clevis bar becomes excessively
worn the hitch assembly should be unbolted and replaced as necessary. Frequently check the clevis attaching bolts for
tightness, and that the clevis is secure. Worn or damaged bolts must be replaced.
INSPECT AND ADJUST
MAINTENANCE
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Wheel Bolts
must be kept properly torqued. Damage to the rim may occur if wheel bolts are not checked frequently.
8-bolt rim: 170 ft lbs-Grade 8 Lug
10-bolt rim: 300 ft lbs-Grade 8 Lug
Tire Wear and Pressure
must be checked to ensure that there is no excessive wear, and that tires are inflated to the
recommended operating pressure for each given tire.
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Rain can accumulate
in mixer if stored outside, always remove drain plugs on hopper ends to allow unit to drain
completely and replace drain plugs before next use.
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Freezing Weather
the PTO shield requires extra grease to prevent freezing. Snow can accumulate in mixer if stored
outside, always remove drain plugs on hopper ends to allow unit to drain completely and check hopper for snow
or ice buildup before operating unit. Thaw and remove any obstruction and replace drain plugs before next use.
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IMPORTANT: WHEN WELDING ON THIS UNIT:
Do NOT allow the current to flow through the bearings, roller chains,
or scale weigh bars. Ground directly to the item being welded. ALWAYS disconnect weigh bar cords from scale indicator
before welding.
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Scale Indicator:
Refer to the electronic scale operators manual for adjustment information. The operator’s manual
for the Electroic Scales should be kept with this manual. Additional scale manuals may be obtained through Sioux
Automation Center, Inc.
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Load Cells:
Should be kept clean, dry,and lubricated to insure dependabiltiy.
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Normal Scale Activity
: Some warm up scale “drift” may occur after the scale is turned on but should zero balance
within 10-15 minutes. Scale may zero shift over night due to temperature changes.
ELECTRONIC SCALES
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