W
ESTFIELD
- G
RAIN
A
UGERS
5. O
PERATION
MK 130 P
LUS
X
61’ - 81’
30259
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5. Operation
Operators must observe safety procedures at all times and follow the pre-opera-
tional checklist before each start-up.
5.1. PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
Before operating auger each time, the operator must confirm the following:
• All fasteners are secure as per assembly instructions.
• Cable clamps are secure.
• Hydraulic hoses are in good condition.
• Hydraulic connections are in place and secure.
• PTO driveline is connected and secure.
• PTO driveline shield rotates freely.
• Tube alignment is reasonably straight.
• Intake area and discharge spout are free of obstructions.
• Auger wheels are chocked, and if necessary, tractor wheels are chocked
or the parking brake has been engaged.
• Proper maintenance has been performed.
• Tractor and auger are in line or as close to being in line as possible.
•
MK130 Plus 81’
: ensure that the axles are extended during operation
• Know how to safely shut down auger in an emergency.
Warning:
Before continuing, please reread the safety information relevant to this section at
the beginning of this manual. Failure to follow the safety instructions can result in serious
injury, death, or property damage.
Summary of Contents for MK 130 PLUS 71
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Page 18: ...2 SAFETY FIRST WESTFIELD GRAIN AUGERS MK 130 PLUS X 61 81 18 30259 ...
Page 32: ...3 ASSEMBLY WESTFIELD GRAIN AUGERS MK 130 PLUS X 61 81 32 30259 Figure 3 19 ...
Page 50: ...3 ASSEMBLY WESTFIELD GRAIN AUGERS MK 130 PLUS X 61 81 50 30259 ...
Page 72: ...7 TROUBLESHOOTING WESTFIELD GRAIN AUGERS MK 130 PLUS X 61 81 72 30259 ...
Page 74: ...8 APPENDIX WESTFIELD GRAIN AUGERS MK 130 PLUS X 61 81 74 30259 ...