7. Installation
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PNEG-250
Hi-Lo and PRO-1 Pan Feeders
11. Pull the auger out from the back of the hopper (D) an additional 8" (20.3 cm) and clamp at that point
with a pair of locking pliers.
12. Allow the pliers to rest against the boot to hold the auger in place.
Figure 7CT
If the auger is allowed to spring back, the bearing race may crack. The auger will pull itself and the
bearing plate assembly into the correct position. Do not overtighten the U-clamp or distortion of the
auger tube may result. Rapid cooling will cause hardening and embrittlement. The auger must be
smooth to prevent feed build-up and premature tube wear.
13. Cut the auger at the mark which allowed proper stretch.
14. Leave the pliers in place against the boot.
15. Insert the idler shaft assembly into the auger and thread the auger through the U-bolt up to
1/2" (1.27 cm) from the bearing.
16. Tighten the U-bolt securely.
17. Slowly release tension on the auger.
18. Re-attach the bearing cap and the U-clamp and tighten them securely.
Figure 7CU
Ref #
Description
D
Back of Hopper
Ref #
Description
D
Back of Hopper