Wheatheart Swing Away Auger (10 & 13) - Manual (Page 23)

W HEATHEART - SA A UGERS 4. O PERATION
SA 1061, 1071, 1081, 1091, 1371, 1381, 1391 4.4. O PERATION P ROCEDURE
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9. Lock out the tractor and conduct a complete inspection of the auger following
the checklist on page 20.
Important: After the initial start-up and inspection, the auger should be shut down and
inspected at least 3 more times during the first 10 hours of operation.
4.4.2. N ORMAL S TART
1. Complete the checklist on page 20.
2. Place the intake hopper in its working position.
3. Make sure the PTO drive is in the off position when starting the tractor.
4. Engage the PTO with the tractor idling to prevent unneeded stress on the
drive components and shear bolts.
5. If everything is operating normally, start running grain through the auger and
bring the auger up to speed. Maintain a speed of 300–540 rpm for maximum
efficiency and to reduce the chance of plugging.
4.4.3. N
ORMAL
S
HUTDOWN
1. Near the end of the load, reduce the feed of grain and decrease the auger
speed where possible.
2. Run the auger until the tube is empty.
3. When the auger is clear of grain, disengage the PTO.
4. Shut down and lock out the power source.
NOTICE
Do not run an empty auger at high speed; this results in
excessive wear.
NOTICE
Foreign objects can damage the auger. Remove any
obstructions from the intake and discharge areas before
operating the unit.
NOTICE
Prolonged operation of an empty auger will cause
unnecessary wear.