Westfield GULP2 HOPPER MKX130, Assembly & Operation

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3. A
SSEMBLY
W
ESTFIELD
- GULP2 H
OPPER
MKX130
AND
MKX160 M
ODELS
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3.3. Verify Auger Assembly
During the assembly of the auger, the following standard parts must be replaced by parts
modified to be compatible with the GULP2 hopper:
• intake-side single cross brace
• lift arm (installed with hydraulic winch)
3.3.1. Replace the Short Truss Brace (130/160)
During the assembly of the auger, ensure that the standard single truss brace tube
closest to the boot is replaced by the short truss brace tube listed in Table 3.2 below.
1. Attach the GULP2 lift arm mount to lower-middle tube brackets:
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a. for MKX130 use six 1/2" x 1-1/4" bolts and locknuts.
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b. for MKX160 use six 1/2" x 1-1/2" bolts and locknuts.
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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.
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3. MKX160 models: Position the new short truss brace tube between the truss
tower and lift arm mount. Secure to the joiner plate using a 1/2" x 1-3/4" bolt
and locknut. Attach to the lift arm mount using a 3/4" locknut.
Table 3.2 Replacement Truss Brace Tube
Model
Standard
Truss Brace Tube
GULP2 Short Truss Brace Tube
(Replacement)
130-84
10-20078
10-21489 130-94
130-114 10-20254
160-105
160-125
10-20778 10-22417