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6. Operation
Before continuing, ensure you have completely read and understood this manual’s
Safety section, in addition to the safety information in the section(s) below.
6.1. Operation Safety
• Keep away from rotating and moving parts, including the conveyor belt, drive components,
shafts, and bearings.
• Do not enter the grain bin or truck while the conveyor is operating.
• Always operate with guards, covers, and shields in place.
• Have another trained person nearby who can shut down the equipment in case of accident.
• Keep the work area clear of bystanders.
• Keep the work area clean and free of debris.
• Ensure maintenance has been performed and is up to date.
Refer to your bin operation manual for specific operating and safety information for your bin.
6.2. Start-up and Break-in
Although there are no operational restrictions on the conveyor when used for the first time, it is recommended
that the following items be checked during the first hours of operation.
1. Check that the conveyor intake and discharge areas are free of obstructions.
2. Check conveyor belt alignment to ensure preset alignment does not vary under loaded conditions. See
Maintenance Section for alignment instructions.
3. Check the conveyor belt tension. See Maintenance Section for tension instructions.
4. Check the pinch roller bearings on the top drive pinch roller are not tight.
5. Visually inspect the conveyor, see Visual Inspection in Maintenance Section.
6. Check tightness of all bolts/nuts, fasteners, and hardware (re-torque if necessary).
7. Start the conveyor and operate normally.
8. Be aware of unusual sounds. If any are heard, determine the source and stop the conveyor. Lock out and
correct the problem before resuming work. If you are unsure of the problem or procedure, contact your
local dealer.
9. Do not run the conveyor for long periods of time without material on the conveyor belt because it increases
wear. Try to run only when moving material.
10. Stop the conveyor when it is empty of grain and lockout power, lower fully.
Important
After the initial start-up and inspection, the conveyor should be shut down and visually inspected
(see Maintenance Section) after approximately ten hours of operation.
PTO TOP-DRIVE FIELD LOADER – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR
