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6. Assembly
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. Assembly Safety
• All installation and servicing operations are to be carried out by qualified technicians.
• Do not take chances with safety. The components can be large, heavy, and hard to handle.
Always use the proper tools, rated lifting equipment, and lifting points for the job.
• Carry out assembly in a large open area with a level surface.
• Always have two or more people assembling the grain dryer.
• Make sure you have sufficient lighting for the work area.
• Tighten all fasteners according to their specifications. Do not replace or substitute bolts,
nuts, or other hardware that is of lesser quality than the hardware supplied by the
manufacturer.
• Stay away from overhead power lines and other obstructions during assembly. Contact with
power lines can cause electrocution.
• Do not work in high winds.
6.2. Pre-Plan Assembly
Before starting assembly:
1. Read and understand this manual.
2. Develop an assembly plan, with consideration given to the layout of accessories and auxiliary equipment.
3. Predetermine the locations for access doors, anchor bolts, ladders, manways, side draws, roof steps, roof
vents, fans, and other auxiliary equipment.
4. Plan your construction in accordance with your assembly and layout plan.
Important
Installation of accessories or equipment on grain systems equipment/structures that overstresses the
bin in any manner will void the warranties.
In cases where additional loading is involved, if you do not already have specific recommendations from
Westeel, contact Westeel Engineering Department before installation begins.
Important
Do not install the AGI APEX Control System programmable logic controller (PLC), or human machine
interface (HMI) near anything having a strong electromagnetic field such as large power transmission
lines or transformers.
EASYDRY® WIDE-CORR CENTURION® GRAIN BIN – GRAIN BIN DRYER