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6.12. Storage
After the season’s use, the conveyor should be thoroughly inspected and prepared for storage. Repair or replace
any worn or damaged components and perform maintenance as described in the Maintenance Section to
prevent any unnecessary downtime at the start of the next season.
To ensure a long, trouble-free life, this procedure should be followed when preparing the unit for storage.
1. Remove all residual material from the hopper and the tube.
2. Stop the machine with the belt lacing inside the tube. This helps prevent the lacing from rusting.
3. Wash the conveyor thoroughly using a water hose or pressure washer to remove all dirt, mud, debris, or
residue.
4. Inspect all moving or rotating parts to see if anything has become entangled in them. Remove any entangled
material.
5. Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to prevent rusting.
6. Check tire pressure and inflate. For inflation pressure, refer to
Section 9. – Specifications on page 69
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7. Inspect the conveyor for cracks, tightness of fittings and fasteners, hydraulic hose cracks (if applicable). Have
required repairs performed to replace worn or damaged components.
8. Store in an area that is dry, level, free of debris, and away from human activity. Store inside if possible.
9. Chock wheels.
10. Support intake on blocks to eliminate prolonged contact with the ground.
11. Clean and lightly lubricate the spline on the PTO driveline. Cover the PTO driveline with a plastic bag to
protect it from the weather and place it in the transport saddle.
12. Lower the conveyor fully for storage.
13. Place the swing-away hopper in transport position, ensuring there will be adequate drainage of any
moisture.
SWING-AWAY CONVEYOR – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR
