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Part Number:9000-00-0042 R3 

Revised: Oct/17

Read this manual before using product. Failure 
to follow instructions and safety precautions 
can result in serious injury, death, or property 
damage. Keep manual for future reference.

OPERATION MANUAL

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

Содержание GrainVac VR12

Страница 1: ...vised Oct 17 Read this manual before using product Failure to follow instructions and safety precautions can result in serious injury death or property damage Keep manual for future reference OPERATIO...

Страница 2: ...res required for this product Periodic reviews of this manual with all employees should be standard practice For your convenience we include this sign off sheet so you can record your periodic reviews...

Страница 3: ...y 13 2 7 Rotating Flighting Safety 13 2 8 Tire Safety 13 2 9 Safety Decals 14 2 9 1 Decal Installation Replacement 14 2 9 2 Safety Decal Locations and Details 14 3 Transport 27 3 1 Transport Safety 27...

Страница 4: ...tor Bearing Cartridge Air Breather Inspect and Clean 66 5 4 12 Rotor Bearing Cartridge Oil Bath Replacing Oil 66 5 4 13 Rotor Drive Bearing Cartridge Checking 67 5 4 14 Main Drive Shaft Bearings Lubri...

Страница 5: ...cover for your convenience If any infor mation in this manual is not understood or if you need additional information please contact your local distributor or dealer for assistance This manual should...

Страница 6: ...conditions of operation and maintenance as specified by the manufacturer also constitute essential elements of the intended use This equipment should be operated maintained serviced and repaired only...

Страница 7: ...entified in Figure 1 2 Figure 1 2 Overview of Major Components of GrainVac VR12 Operator Orientation The directions left right front and rear as mentioned throughout the manual are as seen from the tr...

Страница 8: ...d places the entire system under vacuum This vacuum causes air and grain to enter through the intake D and flow through the hose C into the body E of the machine When the stream of air and grain reach...

Страница 9: ...s Operation Safety can be found in the appropriate section YOU are responsible for the SAFE use and maintenance of your equipment YOU must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to work around t...

Страница 10: ...may be needed to prevent breathing potentially harmful fumes and dust 2 2 2 Safety Equipment Required First Aid Kit Have a properly stocked first aid kit available for use should the need arise and k...

Страница 11: ...en not in use Keep the work area clean and free of debris Keep out from under equipment and undercarriage area Keep away from the unloading auger when moving adjusting or setting due to pinch points K...

Страница 12: ...rking order Do not exceed operating speed of 1000 rpm Keep u joint angles small and equal Do not exceed maximum recommended length for PTO driveline Engage tractor park brake and or chock wheels Locko...

Страница 13: ...d sprock ets Do not operate with any guard removed or modified Keep guards in good working order Shut off and remove key or lock out power source before inspecting or servicing machine 2 7 Rotating Fl...

Страница 14: ...iginal part Replacement safety decals are available free of charge from your distributor dealer or factory 2 9 1 Decal Installation Replacement 1 Decal area must be clean and dry with a temperature ab...

Страница 15: ...y and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing adjusting repairing or unplugging Install and secure all shields before operating Keep hands feet hair and clothing away from moving parts Clea...

Страница 16: ...own WARNING MISSING GUARD HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death shut off power and reattach guard before operating machine P1513008 Made in Canada PART P1513008 LOCATIONS SHOWN FOR FRONT GUARD CHA...

Страница 17: ...ey or lock out power source before inspecting or servicing machine Made in Canada P1513002 PART P1513036 PART P1513100 PART P1513002 PART P1513134 PART P1513133 PART P1513105 100 HOURS P1513100 Made i...

Страница 18: ...al Locations Rear View Without Guards Shown WARNING MISSING GUARD HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death shut off power and reattach guard before operating machine P1513008 Made in Canada LOCATED O...

Страница 19: ...Hearing protection required during operation Made in Canada P1513103 DANGER HIGH SUCTION ROTATING PARTS To prevent being pulled involuntarily into rotating blower and or auger Keep clothing and yourse...

Страница 20: ...t serious injury or death Keep body hair and clothing away from rotating PTO driveline Do not operate equipment unless all driveline tractor and equipment shields are in place and in good working orde...

Страница 21: ...rs should move the vacuum intake frequently to avoid formation of a cone depression keeping the grain surface level working from the outside wall and moving inward thereby reducing the risk of engulfm...

Страница 22: ...tool to remove an obstruction or clean out Shut off and lock out power to adjust service or clean Made in Canada P1513016 DANGER ROTATING PTO DRIVELINE HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death Keep...

Страница 23: ...an cause serious injury if it penetrates the skin If it does see a doctor immediately Relieve pressure before unhooking hydraulic line Wear proper hand and eye protection and use wood or cardboard not...

Страница 24: ...ON Rotor and exhaust are very hot Do not touch or service during operation until rotor and exhaust surfaces have been allowed to cool Failure to do so may result in burns P1513105 Made in Canada CAUTI...

Страница 25: ...operating Stay away from overhead electrical wires when adjusting auger and moving machine Electrocution can occur without direct contact Attach securely to towing and power unit using a pin with reta...

Страница 26: ...ls PART P1513102 PART P1513101 PART P1513100 PART P1513111 PART P1513114 NOTICE OIL CHAIN DAILY P1513114 Made in Canada NOTICE GREASE OVERRUNNING CLUTCH DAILY P1513111 Made in Canada 100 HOURS P151310...

Страница 27: ...ectors for transportation where required by law and keep them clean Always use hazard warning flashers on the tractor towing vehicle when transporting unless prohibited by law Securely attach equipmen...

Страница 28: ...pin with a mechanical retainer Install the mechanical retainer Properly place hitch pin Use a type of hitch pin that will not allow the GrainVac to separate from the towing vehicle Securely attach the...

Страница 29: ...042 R3 29 Figure 3 2 Placement of Slow Moving Vehicle Sign b If transporting above 40 mph 65 kph the SMV sign should be covered not displayed 10 Use the hazard flashers on the tractor unless prohibite...

Страница 30: ...3 TRANSPORT REM GRAINVAC VR12 3 2 ATTACHING TRANSPORTING GRAINVAC WITH TRACTOR OR TRUCK 30 9000 00 0042 R3...

Страница 31: ...perly sized draw pin with a secure mechanical retainer Ensure pin is properly placed Ensure safety chain is securely attached Use a type of hitch pin that will not allow the GrainVac to separate from...

Страница 32: ...tral turn off the PTO set the park brake stop the engine remove the ignition key and wait for all the moving parts to stop If the GrainVac becomes plugged during operation see Section 8 Troubleshootin...

Страница 33: ...The tractor PTO shaft must be 1000 rpm 21 spline and 1 3 8 35 mm diame ter Do not use on a tractor with a 540 rpm PTO because there will be insufficient output capacity 4 6 Positioning and Set Up 1 At...

Страница 34: ...enter clamp to attach to the aluminum bin load out nozzle Insert the angled end of the load out nozzle into the grain so that the sliding air door is not submerged and can easily be adjusted b Possibl...

Страница 35: ...through the tractor and the GrainVac which ensures longer life of both pieces of equipment Note To obtain the best performance and operational life on hoses try to avoid sharp angles and bends 10 Pla...

Страница 36: ...ment from Rem Figure 4 4 Jack in Working Position 3 Rotate the jack handle to lower the jack base plate onto the ground so that a small amount of weight is transferred from the left tire to the jack D...

Страница 37: ...5 The auger ends should be parallel to each other without any gaps If gap is present lower the auger fully and inspect for obstruction Figure 4 5 Plunger Valve in Working Position hydraulic hoses not...

Страница 38: ...Figure 4 7 operates in hour meter mode when the machine is not running This aids in meeting maintenance schedules in this manual The unit functions in tachometer mode when the machine is in operation...

Страница 39: ...hoses prior to starting the tractor or GrainVac and lay them near or on the grain Note Preparation of hoses prior to starting the tractor or GrainVac minimizes the time involved in hose changes later...

Страница 40: ...nsitive to dirt and other foreign particles Keep dirt and foreign particles to a minimum 10 Any dust from moving grain inside the bin is drawn into the intake This mode of grain handling provides the...

Страница 41: ...es like this you will want to keep your auger speed going as fast as possible by keeping the GrainVac at 1000 rpm but limit the suction by adjusting the air throttle to a more closed position see Figu...

Страница 42: ...le Fully Open Regular Crops The machine generates heat through the action of the rotors This heat is carried out of the machine in the exhaust air Do not touch or service until after operation when ro...

Страница 43: ...t performance As the bin nears empty additional lengths of hoses tubes will be required Attach an additional steel tube or flex hose as required for the job to be done Three 3 hose caddies see Figure...

Страница 44: ...e attached to the intake end of the standing floor sweep The air restrictor can be closed to enable air and grain to enter only the floor sweep s bottom slot or the air restrictor can be partially ope...

Страница 45: ...Adjustable tube length makes GrainVac operation simpler The hoses tubes must always be securely clamped in position to minimize air leakage Make sure that any hoses tubes are slid all the way into th...

Страница 46: ...drum screen clean and free of buildup Remove debris and make the interior components sparkle 4 9 Shutdown Procedures 4 9 1 Normal Shutdown When the job is complete use the following steps for proper...

Страница 47: ...nd check to ensure the grain drains out and does not bridge around the mesh see Figure 4 18 Figure 4 18 Auger Clean Out Box 6 Insert the plug into the vac body inlet and secure using the over center c...

Страница 48: ...cle the auger up and down two times Figure 4 19 Auger Transport Cradle 8 Rotate the handle of the jack on the left frame rail mounting bracket to raise the jack base plate from the ground Remove the j...

Страница 49: ...oubt contact the manufacturer or your local dealer Before performing any maintenance or adjustment or unplugging the equipment place all the controls in neutral stop the engine disengage the PTO set t...

Страница 50: ...ment tension of drum drive belt see Section 5 4 3 on page 56 Check wear alignment tension of rotor drive belt see Section 5 4 4 on page 56 and Section 5 4 5 on page 58 Lubricate Check tension auger dr...

Страница 51: ...re and other contaminants Check condition of rotor drive bearing cartridge see Section 5 4 13 on page 67 Clean Lubricate PTO safety shields see Section 5 4 2 on page 54 Lubricate front rear bearings o...

Страница 52: ...mine the cause of shearing before replacing the shear bolt When the failure of the shear bolt is not noticed immediately the GrainVac body may fill with grain and cause the rotating drum screen to sta...

Страница 53: ...e back 9 Using the rotor drive belt rotate the driveline to see that the auger drive turns freely Rotating the belt clockwise from behind the machine will rotate the auger in the normal direction coun...

Страница 54: ...ft see Figure 5 2 Figure 5 2 PTO Universal Joint 2 Lubricate the 2 safety shields on the PTO one at each end of the shaft see Figure 5 3 This is important to ensure the safe operation of the shield co...

Страница 55: ...Spread the collar bearing and remove from the tube Clean the collar and the yoke bearing groove After cleaning thoroughly apply a generous coat of grease to the bearing groove 3 Fit the collar bearin...

Страница 56: ...n the range of 4 5 lb 1 8 2 3 kg at 1 25mm deflection If using a belt tension meter the same 1 25 mm deflection measurement should be used 7 To retighten place a 3 8 socket wrench into the square hole...

Страница 57: ...3 7 8 98 mm from spring end to spring end see Figure 5 7 Figure 5 7 Tightener Spring Setting 8 Check for pulley alignment by laying a straight edge along the sides of the pulleys A pulley face that i...

Страница 58: ...d turning clockwise looking from the rear Check to see if the belt runs straight as it passes over the idler or if it is pulled to either side The edge of the belt where it passes over the idler pulle...

Страница 59: ...f the belt Then retighten the 4 x 1 2 bolts If the belt remains misaligned in the same direction then complete the fine pulley plane adjustment described in Step 3 3 Fine or pulley plane adjustment of...

Страница 60: ...here is approximately 3 4 19 mm deflection of the chain in the middle of the span between the idler and the top driving sprocket as shown by arrow in Figure 5 12 4 Tighten the idler adjustment bolt 5...

Страница 61: ...MAINTENANCE 5 4 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 9000 00 0042 R3 61 f Close and latch lower chain guard g Check and adjust chain for proper deflection after 10 hours of operation or daily thereafter Figure 5 1...

Страница 62: ...must be set with the proper spring tension to minimize air loss and thus maximize the performance of the GrainVac To ensure the proper tension 1 Using a fish scale attach the scale to the hole and at...

Страница 63: ...nd wear wraps for wear is especially important when highly abrasive materials are moved with the GrainVac 1 Disconnect the PTO from the tractor 2 Unclamp and remove the exhaust tube The machine genera...

Страница 64: ...tion window and feel the bottom side of the wear wrap as it curves around the front rotor Once grooves have worn through the wrap it must be replaced 6 For preliminary visual inspection of the rotors...

Страница 65: ...the hose racks 3 Remove the rear upper guard to gain access to the bearing cartridge 4 Remove the oil level check plug on the side of the bearing cartridge Figure 5 17 Air Breather and Oil Level Check...

Страница 66: ...dge oil replacement requires approximately 5 fl oz 0 15 L of SAE 75W90 synthetic gear oil 1 Place the VR12 on a flat even surface that will help ensure that the unit is as level as possible 2 Remove t...

Страница 67: ...haust surfaces have been allowed to cool Failure to follow these instructions may result in burns 2 When a noise is heard in one of the rotors themselves it probably means the bearing cartridge needs...

Страница 68: ...e 5 20 Figure 5 20 Main Drive Shaft Rear Bearing 5 4 15 Shear Sprocket Inspection Cleaning Lubrication 1 Inspect the sprocket If teeth show signs of wear or hooking the sprocket assembly should be rep...

Страница 69: ...n Figure 5 23 a Loosen but do not totally remove the two 7 16 carriage bolts and nylock nuts holding the gearbox gusset bracket onto the vac body panel b Remove the two metric flange bolts M10 x 30 mm...

Страница 70: ...5 MAINTENANCE REM GRAINVAC VR12 5 4 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 70 9000 00 0042 R3 Figure 5 23 Gearbox Removal...

Страница 71: ...the front side hole when mounted at 45 angle If required add oil by removing the vented fill plug on the top of the gearbox and pouring oil into that hole 3 Replace the plug s Cleaning Reservoir Brea...

Страница 72: ...into the bottom of the GrainVac body While supporting the gearbox reinstall the four metric flange bolts M10 x 30 mm holding the top of the gearbox on the vac body panel b Use a pry bar to guide the g...

Страница 73: ...arts or equivalent Use of unauthorized parts will void warranty If in doubt contact the manufacturer or your local dealer Shut down and lock out all power before maintaining or adjusting the equipment...

Страница 74: ...ring and pull the flighting down e Raise the auger to working position fully raised Stay away from auger tubes when opening closing due to pinch points Keep others away Failure to do so may result in...

Страница 75: ...sult in burns 3 Remove the rear guard and cover plate 4 Loosen and remove the spring tightener nuts spring assembly and idler tightener see Figure 6 2 Figure 6 2 Idler Assembly 5 Remove the rotor driv...

Страница 76: ...the rotor and stator components if they collide with the top of the rotor housing 10 Place the pedestal rotors assembly on a flat working surface Due its heavy weight make sure to clamp the pedestal r...

Страница 77: ...xcessive wear or worn fasteners Check the rotors for missing damaged rivets or balance weights Replace the rotors if excessive wear is found Never modify the rotors in any way They are computer balanc...

Страница 78: ...s into rotor hub threaded holes Using a hand wrench tighten each bolt 1 2 a turn each in sequence until the hub and rotor become loosened from each other Clean the bushing 2 Unbolt the bearing cartrid...

Страница 79: ...ey hub bolts to 15 ft lb 20 N m refer to Section 6 4 Split Taper Bushing Removal Installation on page 80 6 To reinstall the rotors and stator onto the rotor drive shaft to reinsert the pedestal rotors...

Страница 80: ...is free from the sheave taper Remove the assembly from the shaft To install bushing flange away from the machine Align the drilled holes in the bushing flange with the tapped holes in the sheave hub I...

Страница 81: ...1 on page 75 2 Remove the carriage bolts retaining the worn rear wear wrap in the exhaust outlet and take out the worn rear wear wrap by pulling the hooked end down from the exhaust see Figure 6 7 Fi...

Страница 82: ...e the flat end of the rear wear wrap in as far as possible to ensure that it fits snugly all the way around the pedestal inner housing see Figure 6 9 Insert a new 3 8 x 1 1 2 carriage bolt and secure...

Страница 83: ...excessive wear 9 Install the new front wear wrap lining up the bolt holes to the body and making sure the inspection window is lined up 10 To reinstall the rotors and stator onto the rotor drive shaft...

Страница 84: ...drum belt idler and remove the drum drive belt 3 Loosen and remove the mounting nuts for the front body plate 4 Remove the drum by pulling on the large sheave The entire assembly will slide out The s...

Страница 85: ...of the drum shaft to use as a handle This will simplify removal and make alignment of the drum shaft to the rear bearing much easier on installation 11 Reinstall the drum system and tighten in place E...

Страница 86: ...6 SERVICE REM GRAINVAC VR12 6 6 DRUM REMOVAL MAINTENANCE 86 9000 00 0042 R3...

Страница 87: ...ms and components of the machine Repair or replace any damaged or worn components to prevent any unnecessary downtime at the start of the next season To prepare for storage perform the following 1 Ens...

Страница 88: ...f the GrainVac 5 Inspect the condition of the drum If the holes are plugged with debris or gummed up clean thoroughly It may be necessary to remove the drum completely to remove all debris refer to Se...

Страница 89: ...ing 12 Ensure the exhaust lid is in place and closed to keep all moisture out of the exhaust and rotor housing 13 Store the GrainVac away from areas of human activity Note Over exposure to the sun wil...

Страница 90: ...7 STORAGE REM GRAINVAC VR12 7 3 REMOVING FROM STORAGE 90 9000 00 0042 R3...

Страница 91: ...speed Check the PTO rpm with a hand held digital tachome ter and adjust to 1000 rpm maximum speed Check the Rem Tachometer to ensure it matches the hand held tachometer for 1000 rpm Steel flex hose co...

Страница 92: ...are fully closed see Figures 7 1 7 3 Suction or Perfor mance Problem GrainVac surges or pulses The GrainVac could be starved for air Increase the air supply to allow enough air for a smooth flow of gr...

Страница 93: ...flighting for bent auger tips and repair or replace the flighting refer to Section 6 2 on page 74 Foam rubber seals in the auger joints are damaged or out of place causing the air seal to be breached...

Страница 94: ...um for holes Any large holes may allow material to pass through into the rotor and expel through the exhaust Repair or replace the drum refer to Section 6 6 on page 84 Damaged cast aluminum inlet on d...

Страница 95: ...ight 580 lb 263 kg Auger Discharge Height 14 4 3 m from the ground to the end dump flexible rubber spout Discharge Width 119 3023 mm horizontal from outer edge of driver side fender to end dump exclud...

Страница 96: ...gth than the hardware supplied by the manufacturer Torque values indicated below are valid for non greased or non oiled threads and head unless otherwise specified Therefore do not grease or oil bolts...

Страница 97: ...not be used on tapered hubs Table 9 3 Metric Bolt Torque Bolt Diameter N m ft lb N m ft lb M3 0 5 0 4 1 8 1 3 M4 3 2 2 4 5 3 3 M5 6 4 9 7 M6 10 7 15 11 M8 25 18 35 26 M10 50 37 70 52 M12 90 66 125 92...

Страница 98: ...te PD Italy Ph 39 0429 600973 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION REM GrainVac VRX and VR12 APPLICABLE EUROPEAN DIRECTIVES AND STANDARDS NOTIFIED BODY Not Applicable The product described in this Declaration of Confo...

Страница 99: ...5 Upon return of the Product or such part of the Product that requires correction the Seller shall at the Seller s option either repair or replace the Product or such part The Seller shall replace or...

Страница 100: ...iling Box 1750 Swift Current Saskatchewan S9H 4J8 CANADA Toll Free 877 667 7421 Canada USA Phone 306 773 7779 Fax 306 778 2524 Email sales batco rem com Web www grainvac com REM is part of the Ag Grow...

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