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Jaylor Operator’s Manual
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Twin Auger Trailer Units
FIELD OPERATION
General
The operation of the Jaylor will vary greatly with the various feeds and climatic conditions. In
most instances, “trial and error” is the best method of setting the machine up for a particular
commodity to obtain maximum performance. To prevent over-cutting of feed, we suggest starting
with the restrictor blades in the out position, and then adjusting to obtain the desired coarseness
of the mix. The bulkiest and lightest commodities should be added first. Once these
commodities are partially cut and broken apart, others can be added. Additional cutting will take
place during mixing, so be careful not to over cut. The order in which the secondary ingredients
are added is up to the operator. The type of mix required varies from one operation to the other,
and therefore, mixing times and procedures will vary as well.
It is recommended that commodities are added to the mixing chamber while the augers are
turning for maximum mix efficiency. Operate the PTO driveline at 540 RPM. The auger will rotate
at a speed of 41 RPM. Starting the augers from a standstill with a full load in the mixing chamber
places additional stress on the machine. Even though it is designed to handle this stress,
repetitive startups under load may affect the service life of the machine. If however, due to
circumstances, it is required to restart the machine while loaded, retract the restrictor blades all
the way in order to decrease starting torque as much as possible.
Warning: While loading the machine, be certain that no bucket or loading device comes into
contact with the rotating auger inside the mixing chamber. This may cause serious
damage to the mixer and/or loader, and may cause injury or death to the operator.
Warning: Never load an unhitched machine. The machine is designed to be loaded only when
properly hitched to a suitable tractor. Improper loading can cause loss of control,
severe injury, or death.
Warning:
A loaded machine (machine and payload) may weigh as much as 21,000 lbs (9,500
kg). An operator must use his own discretion when negotiating rough and uneven
terrain. Improper operation of the loaded machine can cause loss of control, severe
injury, or death.
Danger:
Never enter the mixing chamber or go on the conveyor unless all controls are in
neutral, engine stopped, park brake set, ignition key removed and all moving parts
have stopped. Failure to follow these safety precautions can result in serious injury
or death.
Important: Always remove twine, string, and wrapping material from bales and/or other
commodities from the ground that will be loaded into the mixing chamber. Failure to
follow these requirements can cause damage to the machine.
