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MK 100/130 P

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91’ - 111’

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30260 R0

Figure 2.4

Important:

Please review the decals shown. If your auger does not have these decals, they
are available upon request. Please specify which decals you need.

DECAL #17698

DECAL #28615

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Summary of Contents for MK130 Plus

Page 1: ...ad this 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 GRAIN AUGERS MK 100 130 PLUS X 91 111 ASSEMBLY OPERATION MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...procedures 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 Organ...

Page 3: ...s Flighting 17 3 2 Track Shoe Trackstop Lift Assist Arm 19 3 3 Tow Bar 19 3 4 Boot 20 3 5 Discharge Spout and Thrust Adjuster 22 3 6 Truss 22 3 6 1 Cable Trussing 24 3 7 Transport Undercarriage 27 3 8 Lift Cables 30 3 9 Hydraulic Hoses 31 3 10 PTO CV Driveline 33 3 11 Standard Intake Hopper 33 3 12 Optional Low Profile Hopper 36 3 13 Hitch Jack 38 3 14 Hopper Lift Arm Winch 39 3 15 Auger to Tracto...

Page 4: ... and Break In 50 5 3 2 Operating with a Full Load 51 5 3 3 Shutdown 52 5 3 4 Lowering Completion 53 6 Maintenance Storage 55 6 1 General Maintenance Procedures 55 6 2 Mechanical Drive System 56 6 3 Storage 58 7 Troubleshooting 59 8 Appendix 63 8 1 Lift Cylinder Hydraulics 63 8 2 How to Charge the Lift System 63 8 3 Intake Feed Hopper Hydraulics 64 8 3 1 Hydraulic Motor Notes 64 Warranty 67 67 ...

Page 5: ... read this manual and all safety labels and familiarize yourself with the various features of the machine and the necessary precautions for efficient and safe operation In addition anyone using this auger is required to comply with all safety precau tions in this manual and in safety labels attached to the auger A sign off form is supplied on the inside front cover to record your safety reviews Th...

Page 6: ...1 INTRODUCTION WESTFIELD GRAIN AUGERS MK 100 130 PLUS X 91 111 6 30260 R0 ...

Page 7: ...of the signal words DANGER WARNING CAUTION and NOTICE with the safety messages The appropriate signal word for each message has been selected using the definitions below as a guideline The Safety Alert symbol means ATTENTION BE ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that if not avoided will result in serious injury or death WARNING Indicates a hazardous si...

Page 8: ...perating or maintaining the equipment All accidents can be avoided Equipment owners must give instructions and review the information initially and anually with all personnel before allowing them to operate this product Untrained users operators expose themselves and bystanders to possible serious injury or death Use this equipment for its intended purposes only Do not modify the equipment in any ...

Page 9: ... augers Do not operate with any of the safety guards removed Keep body hair and clothing away from moving parts Stay away from intake during operation Inspect lift cable before using auger Replace if frayed or damaged Make sure it is seated properly in the cable sheaves and that cable clamps are secure Operate auger on level ground free of debris If ground is uneven anchor the auger to prevent tip...

Page 10: ...TO driveline is securely attached at both ends before operating Before starting tractor turn power to PTO to the off position where applica ble Keep body hair and clothing away from rotating PTO driveline Ensure the driveline shields turn freely on driveline Do not exceed operating speed of 540 rpm Keep u joint angles small and equal Do not exceed recommended operating length for PTO driveline BIN...

Page 11: ...all leaks and breaks immediately Rupture could cause damage and or personal injury A hydraulic lift is faster than a conventional hand crank always clear area of personnel before raising or lowering Do not disconnect hydraulic couplers when hydraulic system is pressurized For the correct procedure consult this manual or your tractor manual Relieve pressure before unhooking hydraulic lines Inspect ...

Page 12: ...th auger while transporting or placing auger Do not transport auger on slopes greater than 20 Wheels must be free to move when raising or lowering auger Never attempt to move auger manually To do so will result in serious injury Before moving auger check and double check for overhead obstructions and or electrical wires Electrocution can occur without direct contact Disconnect PTO driveline from t...

Page 13: ...FETY DECAL LOCATIONS Keep safety decals clean and legible at all times Replace safety decals that are missing or have become illegible See decal location figures below Replaced parts must display the same decal s as the original part Safety decals are available from your distributor dealer or factory 2 8 1 DECAL INSTALLATION 1 Decal area must be clean and dry with a temperature above 10 C 50 F 2 D...

Page 14: ...S 2 8 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS MK 100 130 PLUS X 91 111 14 30260 R0 Figure 2 2 DECAL 17098 DECAL 17093 ON LOW PROFILE ONLY DECAL 17097 DECAL 17398 DECAL 17096 PLACED ON MACHINE BEHIND GUARD DECAL 27709 DECAL 17101 NOTE INCLINED HOPPER SHOWN ...

Page 15: ...0 130 PLUS X 91 111 2 8 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS 30260 R0 15 Figure 2 3 PLACED ON MACHINE BEHIND GUARD DECAL 27709 DECAL 17099 DECAL 17377 DECAL 17378 DECAL 17107 DECAL 18859 DECAL 19960 DECAL 17101 DECAL 17098 DECAL 17531 DECAL 18971 DECAL 17094 ...

Page 16: ...AFETY DECAL LOCATIONS MK 100 130 PLUS X 91 111 16 30260 R0 Figure 2 4 Important Please review the decals shown If your auger does not have these decals they are available upon request Please specify which decals you need DECAL 17698 DECAL 28615 ...

Page 17: ... and secure hitch pin and safety chain Place safety chain through clevis welded to auger hitch tube and bolt together before attaching to tractor Refer to Figure 4 2 3 Raise intake feed hopper into transport position and secure with saddle pin and hairpin Use a type of hitch pin that will not allow auger to separate from towing vehicle Warning Before continuing please reread the safety information...

Page 18: ...s and devices The MK 91 auger has a minimum clearance of 14 6 4 42 m and the 111 is at 17 2 5 25 m 7 Refer to Transport Placement Safety on page 12 for important safety information before towing 4 2 PLACEMENT PROCEDURE 1 PTO driveline must be disconnected from tractor and secure in transport saddle for placement 2 Ensure that towing hitch is in place and secure NOTICE Do not operate auger with int...

Page 19: ... lowering auger 7 If the auger must be raised for positioning a Check that valve on hose to lift cylinder is open b Raise auger to the desired height c Close hose valve after auger is positioned 8 Connect hydraulic hoses ensure connections are tight Check for leaks binding flattening kinks or wear Important The auger features a hydraulic lift system that only needs a small amount of hydraulic oil ...

Page 20: ...ement during operation 11 When operating auger in the raised position rest the discharge end lightly on the bin roof or tie to bin to prevent wind from toppling auger WARNING Fluid leaks in the hydraulic cylinder or hose will allow auger to lower inadvertently Repair all leaks and breaks immediately CAUTION If hose valve remains open a loss of hydraulic pressure within the tractor system will allo...

Page 21: ...n one end of the axle Figure 4 4 See Figure A for jacking point Jack must be secured to jack lug using pin attached to jack 15 Raise one side at a time Ensure that the jack is vertical Turn the crank to start raising the jack Raise one side of the axle until the tire clears the ground 16 Remove the axle pin from the axle and slide the axle outwards 16 until the second set of holes line up Figure 4...

Page 22: ...4 TRANSPORT PLACEMENT WESTFIELD GRAIN AUGERS 4 2 PLACEMENT PROCEDURE MK 100 130 PLUS X 91 111 48 30260 R0 ...

Page 23: ...onably 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 Ensure that the axles are extended during operation Section 4 2 Know how to safely shut down auger in an emerge...

Page 24: ...s 5 Gradually begin feeding grain into hopper bringing auger speed up to about 300 rpm Do not overfeed the hopper on initial loads keep feed of grain at about half capacity 6 After auger tube is polished and runs fairly smoothly proceed to unload at full speed of 540 rpm 7 After initial run slow auger down until empty of grain and then stop 8 Lock out tractor and conduct a complete inspection of a...

Page 25: ... 3 Shut off all power before making adjustments servicing or clearing the machine 4 If grain overflows through safety discharge door then the auger is loaded beyond its capacity reduce volume of feed to intake hopper Remember auger capacity will decrease at steeper angles of operation 5 Engage and disengage PTO drive with tractor engine at idle speed This will reduce stress on drive components and...

Page 26: ...be is full of grain do not restart at full speed Engage PTO at low rpm gradually increasing power until normal operating speed is reached USE OF GRAIN SPREADERS Many grain spreaders cannot handle the large capacity of some augers Some augers plug causing damage to the flighting and other drive components This type of damage is not covered by warranty Hints on how to avoid this Get a larger spreade...

Page 27: ...for more information LOWERING 1 Raise the intake feed hopper slightly Do not attempt to lift by hand Never operate auger with intake feed hopper in transport position This will damage the universal joint 2 Reconnect hose coupler to tractor if disconnected 3 Disconnect PTO driveline from tractor before lowering 4 Ensure area beneath auger is clear 5 Open hose valve 6 Open tractor valve feathering t...

Page 28: ...5 OPERATION WESTFIELD GRAIN AUGERS 5 3 OPERATING PROCEDURE MK 100 130 PLUS X 91 111 54 30260 R0 ...

Page 29: ...in hopper runs hot AFTER the recommended break in period this may mean the angle drive is not properly aligned To align lock out power loosen the bolts securing the angle drive and then adjust or shim up until the flight can be easily rotated by hand After every 8 hours of use Hydraulic Hose Using cardboard as a backdrop check hose and hose coupler for leaks wear and damage Replace if necessary Se...

Page 30: ... No 4 can be reached through hole in center por tion of the driveline guard After the first 16 24 hours and then reg ularly after ward General Ensure that the set screws and shear bolt are tight Regularly Optional Lower Profile Hopper Loosen the 2 nuts securing the service door Open door then grease the 4 bushings and the 2 u joints Close door then securely tighten the two 3 8 nuts Frequently Chec...

Page 31: ...l levels in both gearboxes They should be half full of EP90 lube oil Fill as needed you may need a flexible funnel If you notice excessive loss of oil check more frequently and repair problem Each gearbox requires 355 mL or 12 1 2 fl oz Do not overfill Upper Gearbox Flip up safety discharge door or open round service door to service gearbox Lower Gearbox Open round service door and fill At least o...

Page 32: ...nflate if necessary See tire sidewall for recommen dations 2 Tow auger to work site 3 Remove cover from spline of PTO driveline and re lubricate 4 Check oil level in gearbox and refill if necessary half full only 5 Replace any damaged parts and decals 6 Conduct general maintenance before using auger 7 Before raising auger after storage make certain cable is in good condition replacing it if frayed...

Page 33: ...e troubleshooting section Obstruction in tube Visually inspect for cloth or trash wrapped around flighting or a buildup from oily crops Bent flight stub on swing flight ing Remove flighting and roll against flat surface to determine if stub is true If noise continues when chain is disconnected check auger or PTO CV PTO failure Refer to appropriate troubleshooting section Incorrectly adjusted truss...

Page 34: ...to maintain minimum clearance Refer to Assembly section Bearings not receiving adequate grease Check Maintenance section CV PTO drive lines should be greased as part of daily mainte nance procedures Premature gearbox fail ure While all MK gearboxes come from the factory filled with oil it should be part of the setup procedure to double check that a half full level is maintained Failed seal Check g...

Page 35: ...aft clear ance Maintain correct tractor hitch dimensions as per manual Failure of bearing seals Wet grain or fertilizer will damage seals if left in boot over time Clean out boot before storing auger Bent lower flight stub Check for straightness of flight stub by rolling across flat concrete section Straighten stub or replace as necessary Premature wear on auger tubes Auger being at low capacity o...

Page 36: ...7 TROUBLESHOOTING WESTFIELD GRAIN AUGERS MK 100 130 PLUS X 91 111 62 30260 R0 ...

Page 37: ...ipped without oil and must be charged with oil before auger is put into operation The cylinder will require about 19 L 5 US gallons Check your tractor s operation manual for correct oil type and specifications Before charging cylinders ensure that Tractor is correctly hooked up Hydraulic hoses are connected Shut off valve is open Auger is parked on level ground Note Do not raise auger in high wind...

Page 38: ...sential for efficient auger operation Additional gallons per minute will increase the speed of the hydraulic motor flighting rpm while a higher pressure will create additional torque to maintain motor speed under load 8 3 1 HYDRAULIC MOTOR NOTES Do not exceed a constant back pressure of 300 psi 2068 kPa in the hydraulic motor The hydraulic system on some tractors is designed so that the return flo...

Page 39: ...WESTFIELD GRAIN AUGERS 8 APPENDIX MK 100 130 PLUS X 91 111 8 3 INTAKE FEED HOPPER HYDRAULICS 30260 R0 65 Figure 8 1 ...

Page 40: ...8 APPENDIX WESTFIELD GRAIN AUGERS 8 3 INTAKE FEED HOPPER HYDRAULICS MK 100 130 PLUS X 91 111 66 30260 R0 ...

Page 41: ...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 ...

Page 42: ...rt of the Ag Growth International Inc Group P O Box 39 Rosenort Manitoba Canada R0G 1W0 Phone 866 467 7207 Canada USA Fax 866 768 4852 website www grainaugers com email sales grainaugers com Ag Growth Industries Limited Partnership 2009 Printed in Canada ...

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