Wheatheart Galvanized 4 Utility Auger - Manual (Page 18)

4. O PERATION W HEATHEART - G RAIN A UGERS
4.3. O PERATING P ROCEDURE 4" G ALVANIZED U TILITY
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3. Start electric motor, then feed grain to auger.
Important: When starting auger for the first time, be prepared for an emergency shutdown in
case of excessive vibration or noise. Note that auger may run rough until tube is
polished.
4. Upon completion of initial run, decrease grain input until auger is empty, then
stop.
5. Lock out motor and conduct a complete inspection of auger following the
checklist at the beginning of this chapter.
After the initial start-up and inspection, the auger should be shut down and
inspected at least three times during the first 10 hours of operation.
Keep operation of empty auger to a minimum, as this results in excessive wear.
Once auger is broken in, the checklist should be a part of the daily routine before
operating auger.
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1. When operating the auger, always work with a second person in a position to
monitor the operation and initiate a shutdown in case of emergency.
2. Monitor the auger during operation for abnormal noises or vibrations.
3. Shut off all power before making adjustments, servicing, or clearing the
machine.
CAUTION
Maintain a hazard zone of 20’ around the work
site. Do not start auger until area is clear of all
untrained personnel.