Start-up – Grain Systems Unload Augers PNEG-1057 User Manual

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Start-up

PNEG 1057 - 8" & 10" Commercial Vertical Bin Unloading Auger

1. Start-up and Break-In

A. Make sure all belts are tensioned properly.

B. Make sure ALL shields are in place and that the belt(s) and pulley(s) are able to move freely.

C. Double check the assembly instructions to see that all parts have been assembled properly.

D. During operation of equipment, one person should be in a position to monitor the entire operation.

ALWAYS keep ALL guards and shields in place, until all the power is disconnected

and locked out.

During the initial start-up and break-in period, the operator should note any unusual

vibrations or noises and take the appropriate action.

Make certain everyone is clear before operating or moving the machine.

E. The bin well inside the bin should have a control gate. The gate should be closed before start-up and closed

before shutdown to allow the machine to clean out.

F. The controls for the control gate should either pull or push open, depending on the type of well you have. Use the

control gate to regulate a flow of less than full capacity until several hundred bushels of grain have been augered
to polish the flighting assembly and tube.

G. Any new screw conveyor or one that has set idle for a season should go through a “break-in” period. This

“break-in” consists of running the auger at half capacity until the screw becomes polished and smooth before
attempting to run at full capacity. It is recommended that several hundred bushels of grain be augered at
partial capacity.

Failure of your auger is very likely to occur if it is run at full capacity before the

screw has become polished.

H. Do not stop or start augers under load, especially before the flight and tube become well polished, as this may

cause the auger to “lockup”. Make sure to use the control gate as a flow control so the vertical auger
cannot become plugged.

NEVER operate augers empty for any length of time as excessive wear will result.

Excessive wear will result if auger is run at speeds in excess of what is recommended.