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5000 SERIES HD TRAILER OWNER MANUAL
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FIELD OPERATION
General
The operation of the Jaylor mixer will differ 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. As a general rule the bulkiest and lightest commodities should be
added first. 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 mix.
It is recommended that commodities are added to the mixing chamber while the augers are turning for
maximum mix efficiency. The 1603 gearbox will turn the augers in the 5750HD, 5850HD and 51000HD
models at 38 RPM. The 51250 using the ECS 2013 gearbox will turn the augers at 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 circumstances dictate that it is required to restart the machine while loaded, retract
the restrictor blades to the ‘out’ position to decrease starting torque as much as possible.
The type of mix required varies from one operation to another. Therefore, mixing times and procedures
will vary as well. When adding ingredients, watch the numbers on the scale indicator to monitor the
weight of each ingredient as it is added. We highly recommend the use of a feed nutritionist when
planning rations as well as the regular use of a particle separator to ensure accuracy of mix. To
purchase a Jaylor Particle Separator, based on the Penn State Particle Separator, contact your Jaylor
dealer. Upon completion the ideal mix will be light, fluffy and uniform. Hays/straws will be cut cleanly at
short lengths and no clumping of feed will be visible.
DANGER:
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Never enter the mixing chamber unless the mixer is parked on a flat, level surface, all
controls are in neutral, parking brake is applied if equipped (if not, block wheels), engine is
stopped, ignition key is removed, and all moving parts have stopped.
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Never stand on the mixer platform while the drum is being loaded. Stay out of reach of the
loading equipment.
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Never park or load the mixer in a location where you or any person could fall into the mixing
chamber as severe injury or death could result.
WARNING:
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Make sure no bucket or loading device comes into contact with the rotating auger inside the mixing
chamber. This may cause injury or death to the operator and serious damage to the mixer and/or
loader.
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Never load an unhitched machine. The machine is designed to be loaded only when properly
hitched. Improper loading can cause loss of control, severe injury, or death.
CAUTION:
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Add commodities to the mixing chamber while the auger is turning for maximum mix efficiency.
Starting the augers from a standstill with a full load places additional stress on the machine and may
decrease mix quality.
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Never load anything into the mixing chamber that could cause damage to the machine (i.e. lumber,
branches, stones, tires, etc.). Before mixing any materials other than suitable animal feed stuffs,
written permission must be obtained from the manufacturer!
