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3. A

SSEMBLY

ESTFIELD

- GULP2 H

OPPER

MKX130

AND

MKX160 M

ODELS

30962 R1

Table 3.5 Connecting the Transition to the Swing Tube (160)

Number

Description

Part Number

Quantity

Transition

10-22435

Transition flight

10-22409

Bushing support

10-20589

u-joint

10-29293

1-3/4" flat washers

10-20837

6
7
8

3/8" x 1" bolts

3/8" flat washers

3/8"locknuts

10-18955
10-17392
10-17402

Woodruff key

10-19224

3/8" set screw

10-19225

5/16" x 2-3/4" bolt

5/16" locknut

10-19965
10-19980

1
1

5/8” X 1-1/2” bolt GR 8

10-19590

5/8” locknut

10-19600

1/2” X 2” bolt

10-27816

1/2” locknut

10-19599

17A
17B

Pillow block bearing

1” collar

0300013

1
1

Summary of Contents for GULP2 HOPPER MKX130

Page 1: ... manual before using product Failure to follow instructions and safety precautions can result in serious injury death or property damage Keep manual for future reference GULP2 HOPPER MKX130 AND MKX160 MODELS ASSEMBLY OPERATION Original Instructions ...

Page 2: ...ures required for this product Periodic reviews of this manual with all employees should be standard practice For your convenience we include this sign off sheet so you can record your periodic reviews a Standards include organizations such as the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers American National Standards Institute Canadian Standards Association International Organizatio...

Page 3: ... Locations and Details 12 3 Assembly 17 3 1 Assembly Safety 17 3 2 General Assembly 17 3 3 Verify Auger Assembly 18 3 3 1 Replace the Short Truss Brace 130 160 18 3 3 2 Install the GULP2 Hopper Lift Arm 130 160 20 3 4 GULP2 Hopper Assembly 21 3 4 1 Replace the Swing Tube Flight 130 21 3 4 2 Remove the Transition 160 21 3 4 3 Connect the GULP2 Transition to the Swing Tube 130 21 3 4 4 Connect the G...

Page 4: ...ce 45 7 1 Maintenance Safety 45 7 2 Maintenance Intervals 45 7 3 Fluids and Lubricants 46 7 4 Maintenance Procedures 46 7 4 1 Visual Inspection 46 7 4 2 Hydraulic Hose and Coupler Inspection 46 7 4 3 Machine Greasing 46 7 4 4 Conveyor Belt Tension 47 7 4 5 Conveyor Belt Alignment 49 7 4 6 Inspect Belt Lacing 50 7 4 7 Conveyor Belt Replacement 51 8 Troubleshooting 55 9 Appendix 57 9 1 Specification...

Page 5: ...rmation please contact your local distributor or dealer for assistance This manual should be regarded as part of the equipment Suppliers of both new and second hand equipment are advised to retain documentary evidence that this manual was provided with the equipment This manual describes the assembly and operation of the GULP2 Hopper used as an accessory on MKX130 and MKX160 grain augers and is in...

Page 6: ...1 INTRODUCTION WESTFIELD GULP2 HOPPER MKX130 AND MKX160 MODELS 6 30962 R1 ...

Page 7: ...ion Safety can be found in the appropriate section YOU are responsible for the SAFE use and maintenance of your equipment YOU must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to work around the equipment under stands all procedures and related SAFETY information contained in this manual Remember YOU are the key to safety Good safety practices not only protect you but also the people around you Ma...

Page 8: ...he equipment without all guards doors and covers in place NEVER touch the flighting Use a stick or other tool to remove an obstruction or clean out Shut off and lock out power to adjust service or clean 2 5 Moving Conveyor Belt Safety DO NOT step on or touch moving conveyor belt Shut off and lock out power to adjust service or clean 2 6 Rotating Parts Safety Keep body hair and clothing away from r...

Page 9: ...ct lift cable before using Replace if frayed or damaged Make sure lift cable is seated properly in cable sheaves and cable clamps are secure Tighten brake lock by turning winch handle clockwise at least two clicks after lower ing equipment Lower equipment fully before towing then rotate winch handle until cable has light tension Do not lubricate winch brake discs 2 9 Work Area Safety Have another ...

Page 10: ...ncy Whenever you service or adjust your equipment make sure you shut down and lock out your power source to prevent inadvertent start up and hazardous energy release Know the procedure s that applies to your equipment from the following power sources 2 10 1 Hydraulic Power Safety Power Source Refer to the rules and regulations applicable to the power source operating your hydraulic drive ...

Page 11: ...mpt any makeshift repairs to the hydraulic fittings or hoses with tape clamps or adhesive The hydraulic system operates under extremely high pressure such repairs will fail suddenly and create a hazardous and unsafe condition Lockout Always place all hydraulic controls in neutral and relieve system pressure before dis connecting or working on hydraulic system 2 11 Personal Protective Equipment Req...

Page 12: ...ith a temperature above 50 F 10 C 2 Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper 3 Align the decal over the specified area and carefully press the small portion with the exposed sticky backing in place 4 Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefully smooth the remaining portion of the decal in place 5 Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out using the s...

Page 13: ...stick or other tool to remove an obstruction or clean out Shut off and lock out power to adjust service or clean Made in Canada 20813 WARNING HIGH PRESSURE FLUID HAZARD Hydraulic fluid can cause serious injury if it penetrates the skin If it does see a doctor immediately Relieve pressure before unhooking hydraulic line Wear proper hand and eye protection and use wood or cardboard not hands when se...

Page 14: ...hing away from rotating pulleys belts chains and sprockets Do not operate with any guard removed or modified Keep guards in good working order Shut off and remove key or lock out power source before inspecting or servicing machine Made in Canada 20804 WARNING HIGH PRESSURE FLUID HAZARD Hydraulic fluid can cause serious injury if it penetrates the skin If it does see a doctor immediately Relieve pr...

Page 15: ...ing auger flighting DO NOT remove or modify auger flighting guards doors or covers Keep in good working order Have replaced if damaged DO NOT operate the auger without all guards doors and covers in place NEVER touch the auger flighting Use a stick or other tool to remove an obstruction or clean out Shut off and lock out power to adjust service or clean Made in Canada 20813 CAUTION 21838 Made in C...

Page 16: ...2 SAFETY WESTFIELD GULP2 HOPPER MKX130 AND MKX160 MODELS 16 30962 R1 ...

Page 17: ... to the appropriate assembly manual for general assembly information including auger assembly sequence and the standard list of tools required installation of the GULP2 hopper replaces the installation of the Low Profile hopper in the auger assembly sequence See Table 3 1 for a list of assembly procedures required to assemble and install a GULP2 hopper presented in the sequence that they should be...

Page 18: ... the GULP2 lift arm mount to lower middle tube brackets a for MKX130 use six 1 2 x 1 1 4 bolts and locknuts b for MKX160 use six 1 2 x 1 1 2 bolts and locknuts 2 MKX130 models Position the new short truss brace tube between the truss tower and lift arm mount and secure it with a 1 2 x 1 1 2 bolt and locknut at each end 3 MKX160 models Position the new short truss brace tube between the truss tower...

Page 19: ...0 Short Truss Brace Tube Figure 3 2 MKX160 Short Truss Brace Tube GULP2 HOPPER SHORT TRUSS BRACE TUBE GULP2 LIFT ARM MOUNT LOW PROFILE HOPPER LIFT ARM MOUNT GULP2 LIFT ARM MOUNT GULP2 LIFT ARM MOUNT LOW PROFILE HOPPER LIFT ARM MOUNT GULP2 HOPPER SHORT TRUSS BRACE TUBE GULP2 LIFT ARM MOUNT ...

Page 20: ...lift arm assembly on the GULP2 lift arm mount bracket with the arm overhanging the side of the auger that the hopper will be operating on 2 Fasten the hopper lift arm assembly to the mount bracket with two lift arm attach pins 10 21575 and linch pins 10 29998 Figure 3 3 GULP2 Hopper Lift Arm Table 3 3 Replacement Lift Arm Model Standard Lift Arm GULP2 Lift Arm Replacement 130 10 20030 10 21538 160...

Page 21: ...130 Note This procedure is only required for the GULP2 kit to replace a low profile hopper 1 Attach the GULP2 transition to the swing tube with twelve 7 16 X 1 1 4 bolts and locknuts 2 Slide the pillow block bearing over the GULP2 swing flight shaft end that protrudes through the transition rear end plate 3 Secure the pillow block bearing to transition rear end plate with two 1 2 X 2 bolts and loc...

Page 22: ... ASSEMBLY WESTFIELD GULP2 HOPPER MKX130 AND MKX160 MODELS 22 30962 R1 Figure 3 4 Connecting the Transition to the Swing Tube Figure 3 5 Attach the Pillow Block Bearing to Transition 1 3 4 5 2 7 6 8B 8A 6 ...

Page 23: ... a woodruff key into the swing flight shaft then slide the u joint onto the swing flight shaft 5 Secure the u joint to the swing flight with a 3 8 set screw a 5 16 x 2 3 4 bolt and a locknut 6 Slide the transition flight shaft into the u joint 7 Slide the pillow block bearing over the GULP2 swing flight shaft end that protrudes through the transition rear end plate 8 Secure the pillow block bearin...

Page 24: ... support 10 20589 1 4 u joint 10 29293 1 5 1 3 4 flat washers 10 20837 2 6 7 8 3 8 x 1 bolts 3 8 flat washers 3 8 locknuts 10 18955 10 17392 10 17402 2 2 2 9 Woodruff key 10 19224 1 10 3 8 set screw 10 19225 1 11 12 5 16 x 2 3 4 bolt 5 16 locknut 10 19965 10 19980 1 1 13 5 8 X 1 1 2 bolt GR 8 10 19590 12 14 5 8 locknut 10 19600 12 15 1 2 X 2 bolt 10 27816 2 16 1 2 locknut 10 19599 2 17A 17B Pillow...

Page 25: ...WESTFIELD GULP2 HOPPER 3 ASSEMBLY MKX130 AND MKX160 MODELS 30962 R1 25 Figure 3 6 Connecting the Swing Tube Flight to the Transition Flight MKX160 9 2 5 3 12 10 11 6 4 7 8 ...

Page 26: ...EMBLY WESTFIELD GULP2 HOPPER MKX130 AND MKX160 MODELS 26 30962 R1 Figure 3 7 Connecting the Transition to the Swing Tube 160 Figure 3 8 Attach the Pillow Block Bearing to Transition 1 13 14 16 15 17B 17A 15 ...

Page 27: ...oes not drag on the ground when moving the power swing this will vary for different bin heights Note Ensure the hopper sits flat on the ground before driving over 5 Ensure that the chains lock securely into the chain retainers and release the ramp end of the GULP2 hopper Figure 3 9 Attaching the GULP2 Hopper to the Transition Table 3 6 Attaching the GULP2 Hopper to the Transition Number Descriptio...

Page 28: ...nt to the swing tube a for MKX130 models use two 7 16 x 1 1 4 bolts and locknuts b for MKX160 models use four 7 16 x 1 1 4 bolts and locknuts 3 For MKX130 models only Position the line block half clamps 24 from the spout head Secure the half clamps to the swing tube using two 7 16 x 1 1 4 bolts and locknuts Figure 3 10 Installing the 3 Spool Valve 130 160 Figure 3 11 Installing Line Block Half Cla...

Page 29: ...to place against the end of the conveyor aligning the rear ramp pivot tabs in the conveyor pivot 3 Insert the ramp pin through the pivot tabs and the conveyor pivot forming a functional pivoting hinge 4 Replace the ramp pin linchpins 5 Check that all three linchpins are securely inserted including the linchpin that secures the pivot to the conveyor body Figure 3 12 Attaching the End Ramp 1 2 4 3 5...

Page 30: ...ransition using three line blocks a 5 16 x 3 bolt a flat washer and a locknut 6 Connect the hydraulic supply and return hoses to the 3 spool valve and run the hoses up the swing tube to the boot hose storage position Secure hoses to the swing tube using two line blocks a 5 16 x 2 1 2 bolt a flat washer and a locknut 7 Install 1 2 pioneer couplers onto the other end of the hydraulic supply and retu...

Page 31: ...LD GULP2 HOPPER 3 ASSEMBLY MKX130 AND MKX160 MODELS 30962 R1 31 Figure 3 13 Connecting Hydraulic Hoses 4 3 2 1 5 6 6 5 3 SPOOL VALVE CONVEYOR MOTOR 4 3 7 8 7 8 HYDRAULIC CYLINDER AND HYDRAULIC MOTOR 9 9 10 10 ...

Page 32: ...then feed the winch cable under the spool and connect it to the spool minimum 3 wraps around the spool feed cable through hole in side of spool and secure with clamp and clamp hardware as shown in Figure 3 15 3 Connect the hydraulic hoses to the winch and install pioneer couplings on the hose ends 4 Thread both hoses through hydraulic hose upper catches on side of auger lower tube and boot Tighten...

Page 33: ...talling the Winch Lift Arm Cable Figure 3 16 Installing the Hydraulic Winch Hose Table 3 17 Hydraulic Winch Hoses and Connectors Part Description A Steel Elbow 90 1 2FNPSMX3 8MNPT 1100625 B 3 8 x 396 Hydraulic Hose 22585 C Pioneer coupler 9900047 B C B C A A TO TRACTOR HYDRAULIC CONTROLS ...

Page 34: ...3 ASSEMBLY WESTFIELD GULP2 HOPPER MKX130 AND MKX160 MODELS 34 30962 R1 ...

Page 35: ...ion This will cause dam age to the u joint Connect the transport chain before moving GULP2 hopper must be in transport position when lowering raising or moving auger 4 2 Transport Procedure 1 Lower the side flaps fully 2 Disconnect the end ramp and store it securely in the vehicle used to transport the auger Lifting the end ramp requires two people due to its weight and size 3 Reel out the lift ar...

Page 36: ...4 TRANSPORT WESTFIELD GULP2 HOPPER MKX130 AND MKX160 MODELS 36 30962 R1 Figure 4 1 Remove End Ramp Figure 4 2 GULP2 Hopper Lift Arm Cable Lifting Points ...

Page 37: ...WESTFIELD GULP2 HOPPER 4 TRANSPORT MKX130 AND MKX160 MODELS 30962 R1 37 Figure 4 3 Transport Position Cable Hooks and Transport Chain Attached Warning Ensure that end ramp is removed as shown ...

Page 38: ...4 TRANSPORT WESTFIELD GULP2 HOPPER MKX130 AND MKX160 MODELS 38 30962 R1 ...

Page 39: ...etely unsupported by the power swing before driving a truck over the hopper Align the transport vehicle tires with the drive over ramps Severe damage will occur to the GULP2 Hopper if the vehicle is not properly aligned 1 Set up and position the auger and hopper to receive grain If required adjust the transition hopper chain positions so that the GULP2 does not drag on the ground when moving the p...

Page 40: ...5 PLACEMENT WESTFIELD GULP2 HOPPER MKX130 AND MKX160 MODELS 40 30962 R1 ...

Page 41: ...n and free of debris Ensure maintenance has been performed and is up to date 6 2 Start up and Break in 1 Place all tractor and GULP2 Hopper controls in neutral 2 Start the tractor and run at low idle 3 Engage the tractor PTO then increase the PTO speed of the auger to 540 RPM 4 Place the tractor hydraulic control lever in detent 5 Operate the 3 spool valve on the swing tube to turn the GULP2 belt ...

Page 42: ...Lift lower GULP2 3 spool hydraulic valve Swing tube 2 Move GULP2 using power swing 3 spool hydraulic valve forward reverse neutral Swing tube 3 Conveyor belta a The conveyor belt cannot be operated in reverse due to the check valve installed on the conveyor motor 3 spool hydraulic valve forward detent neutral Swing tube 4 Raise lower side flaps Levered handle GULP2 Conveyor belt speed Hydraulic su...

Page 43: ...educe engine speed to low idle 11 Place hydraulic control lever in neutral 12 Shut off tractor engine 13 Disconnect hydraulics from tractor Relieve hydraulic pressure before disconnecting the couplers When starting under load If restarting the GULP2 under load tube is full start at low speed since the start up torque loads are so much higher than normal 6 5 Set GULP2 Belt Speed The best results ar...

Page 44: ...ting hydraulic lines from the tractor 6 9 Clean Out After using your GULP2 follow the clean out steps below to ensure longer belt life and trouble free operation Failure to clean out the GULP2 can cause build up of product on the belt and roller shafts causing spillage roller misalignment and excess wear damage to the belt Ensure ignition key is removed or power is locked out before cleaning out t...

Page 45: ...l guards service doors and or covers Shut down and lock out power before maintaining Use only genuine Westfield replacement parts or equivalent Use of unauthorized parts will void warranty If in doubt contact the manufacturer or your local dealer Lower GULP2 fully Chock wheels Support tube if performing maintenance on the undercarriage assembly If equipped with hydraulics Before applying pressure ...

Page 46: ...g and not damaged Make sure access service and cleanout covers are in place and secure Check that all hardware is in place and secure Inspect hydraulic hoses and fittings for leaks and wear Fix or replace where neces sary Inspect around the machine for evidence of hydraulic leaks Examine belt and flighting for damage or unusual wear Be sure all safety decals are in place and legible Ensure that th...

Page 47: ...not slip on the drive roller but no tighter If the belt is too loose it will slip on the drive roller making a noticeable sound slowing the belt down Failure to stop using a conveyor with a slipping belt will damage it and or the drive roller lagging In extreme cases sections of burnt belt will have to be replaced This type of damage is not covered by warranty To Adjust Belt Tension 1 Loosen beari...

Page 48: ...7 MAINTENANCE WESTFIELD GULP2 HOPPER MKX130 AND MKX160 MODELS 48 30962 R1 Figure 7 2 Conveyor Belt and Rollers DRIVE ROLLER ADJUSTABLE ROLLER ...

Page 49: ...he belt makes a complete revolution before adjusting rollers Ensure that the conveyor is empty of all product before adjusting belt alignment Rollers If belt is tracking to one side Loosen or tighten the adjustment bolt s to align belt Tighten the side the belt has moved toward or loosen the side the belt has moved away from To ensure proper belt alignment 1 2 Loosen bearing bolts and nuts Rotate ...

Page 50: ...UST have a square end 4 Use knife to cut Chevron pattern off 1 back from end of belt This ensures that the lacing is centered and fully seated on the belt 5 Use lacing tool to install new lacing clips Lacing clips are one clip shorter than belt width For example the lacing for a 15 wide belt is 14 clips Center lacing on belt and install lacing as per instructions on lacing tool 6 Reattach conveyor...

Page 51: ...t 10 Engage conveyor drive Allow to run for 30 seconds then shut down conveyor and inspect lacing Figure 7 4 Lacing New Belt 7 4 7 Conveyor Belt Replacement 1 Rotate the belting until the lacing is by the hopper or easily accessible 2 Move the tension roller to its loosest position 3 Pull all the slack to the lacing area 4 Remove the lacing retainer clip and pin see Figure 7 6 5 Attach one end of ...

Page 52: ...mped to both ends of belt to cinch belting ends together Figure 7 5 Use Ratchet Strap 9 Install lacing pin and crimp retainer clips onto each end of the lacing pin 10 Remove ratchet strap and tighten conveyor belt see Conveyor Belt Tension 11 Check and set belting alignment see Conveyor Belt Alignment 12 Engage conveyor drive Allow to run for 30 seconds then shut down conveyor and inspect lacing L...

Page 53: ...WESTFIELD GULP2 HOPPER 7 MAINTENANCE MKX130 AND MKX160 MODELS 30962 R1 53 Figure 7 6 Belt Lacing Pin ...

Page 54: ...7 MAINTENANCE WESTFIELD GULP2 HOPPER MKX130 AND MKX160 MODELS 54 30962 R1 ...

Page 55: ... belt Can also be caused by oily grain prod uct Ramps difficult to lift Ramps binding in tabs Check for damage repair as required Obstruction between ramp and ground Remove obstruction Conveyor belt has stopped Drive chain broken or discon nected Check the drive chain repair or replace Obstruction in the hopper Identify and remove obstruction Low augering capac ity Incorrect belt speed Verify and ...

Page 56: ...8 TROUBLESHOOTING WESTFIELD GULP2 HOPPER MKX130 AND MKX160 MODELS 56 30962 R1 ...

Page 57: ...d closed centre configurations by installing the appropriate conversion plug Install the closed center conversion plug 21638 for closed centre operation Install the open center conversion plug 22156 for open centre operation Table 9 1 GULP2 Specifications Specification 130 160 Length with ramp down 141 141 Length with ramp up 116 116 Weight 800 lb 950 lb Height Clearance 4 5 4 5 Width 58 66 Tire p...

Page 58: ...wing no more than one turn 5 Tighten straight fittings to torque shown 6 Tighten while holding body of fitting with a wrench CLOSED CENTER CONVERSION PLUG 21638 OPEN CENTER CONVERSION PLUG 22156 Table 9 1 O Ring Fittings Tube Size OD in Nut Size Across Flats in Torque Valuesa N m Torque Valuesa ft lb of Turns to Tighten Flats Turn After Finger Tightening 3 8 1 2 8 6 2 1 3 7 16 9 16 12 9 2 1 3 1 2 ...

Page 59: ...wise specified Therefore do not grease or oil bolts or capscrews unless otherwise specified in this manual When using locking elements increase torque values by 5 Table 9 2 SAE Bolt Torque Bolt Diameter N m ft lb N m ft lb N m ft lb 1 4 8 6 12 9 17 12 5 16 13 10 25 19 36 27 3 8 27 20 45 33 63 45 7 16 41 30 72 53 100 75 1 2 61 45 110 80 155 115 9 16 95 60 155 115 220 165 5 8 128 95 215 160 305 220 ...

Page 60: ...9 APPENDIX WESTFIELD GULP2 HOPPER MKX130 AND MKX160 MODELS 60 30962 R1 ...

Page 61: ...ies Ltd to bear the cost of labor in replacing defective parts Any defects must be reported to the Company before the end of the one year period This warranty shall not apply to equipment which has been altered improperly assembled improperly maintained or improperly repaired so as to adversely affect its performance Westfield Industries Ltd makes no express warranty of any character with respect ...

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