Belt Guard Replacement Kit
Replaces 15'' Black Plastic Belt Guard Used in:
6'', 8'' and 10'' Horizontal and 25° Powerheads,
6'', 8'' and 10'' Single-Drive Vertical Powerheads and
8'' Double-Drive Vertical Powerheads
Installation Manual
PNEG-1550
Date: 03-26-07
This manual is valid for the following Kits
Part # Description
GK1454-68 6'', 8'' Drives
GK1454-10 10'' Drives
GK1454-68SV 6'', 8'' Single-Drive Verticals
GK1454-10SV 10'' Single-Drive Verticals
GK1454-8DV 8" Double-Drive Vertical, Horizontal Drive Only
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Table of Contents
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ...........................................................................................4
Chapter 2 Safety ......................................................................................................5
Safety Guidelines .........................................................................................................................5
Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................................6
Chapter 3 Safety Decals .......................................................................................10
Chapter 4 Installation ...........................................................................................11
Chapter 5 Parts List ..............................................................................................20
Replacement Belt Guard Components ......................................................................................20
Chapter 6 Note ......................................................................................................21
Chapter 7 Warranty ...............................................................................................22
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Introduction
1. INTRODUCTION
READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to properly use and install equipment. Failure to do
so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
INSPECT the shipment immediately upon arrival. The Customer is responsible for ensuring that
all quantities are correct. Report any damage or shortages by recording a detailed description
on the Bill of Lading to justify the Customer’s claim from the Transport Firm.
THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a permanent part of your equipment and should
be easily accessible when needed.
WARRANTY is provided as part of the company’s support program for customers who use and
maintain their equipment as described in the manual. The warranty is explained on the warranty
page located on the inside of the back cover.
This warranty provides you the assurance that the company will back its products where
defects appear within the warranty period. Should the equipment be abused, or modified to
change its performance beyond the factory specifications, the warranty will become void.
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Safety
2. SAFETY
2.1 Safety Guidelines
This manual contains information that is important for you, the owner/operator, to know and
understand. This information relates to protecting personal safety and preventing equipment
problems. It is the responsibility of the owner/operator to inform anyone operating or working in
the area of this equipment of these safety guidelines. To help you recognize this information,
we use the symbols that are defined below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these
sections. Failure to read this manual and it’s safety instructions is a misuse of the equipment
and may lead to serious injury or death.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates
a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in property damage.
NOTE indicates information about the equipment that
you should pay special attention to.
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Safety
2.2 Safety Instructions
GSI’s principle concern is your safety and the safety of others associated with grain handling
equipment. We want to keep you as a customer. This manual is to help you understand safe
operating procedures and some problems which may be encountered by the operator and other
personnel.
As owner and/or operator, it is your responsibility to know what requirements, hazards and precautions exist, and to inform all personnel associated with the equipment or in the area. Safety
precautions may be required from the personnel. Avoid any alterations to the equipment. Such
alterations may produce a very dangerous situation, where SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH may
occur.
This equipment shall be installed in accordance with the current installation codes and applicable regulations which should be carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having jurisdiction
should be consulted before installations are made.
Operate Unload Equipment Properly
Make sure ALL equipment is locked in position before
operating.
NEVER start equipment until ALL persons are clear of the work
area.
Be sure all operators are adequately rested and prepared to
perform all functions of operating this equipment.
NEVER allow any person intoxicated or under the influence of
alcohol or drugs to operate the equipment.
NEVER work alone.
Make sure someone is nearby who is aware of the proper
shutdown sequence in the event of an accident or emergency.
ALWAYS think before acting. NEVER act impulsively around
the equipment.
NEVER allow anyone inside a bin, truck or wagon which is
being unloaded by an auger or conveyor. Flowing grain can trap
and suffocate in seconds.
Use ample overhead lighting after sunset to light the work area.
Keep area around intake free of obstacles such as electrical
cords, blocks, etc., that might trip workers.
Operate Unload
Equipment Safely
NEVER drive, stand or walk under the equipment.
Use caution not to hit the auger when positioning the load.
ALWAYS lockout ALL power to the equipment when finished
unloading a bin.
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Follow Safety Instructions
Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and
on your machine safety signs. Keep signs in good
condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs.
Be sure new equipment components and repair parts
include the current safety signs. Replacement safety
signs are available from the manufacturer.
Learn how to operate the machine and how to use
controls properly. Do not let anyone operate without
instruction.
Keep your machinery in proper working condition.
Unauthorized modifications to the machine may
impair the function and/or safety and affect machine
life.
If you do not understand any part of this manual and
need assistance, contact your dealer.
Read and Understand Manual
Install & Operate Electrical Equipment Properly
To avoid serious injury or death, stay away from unit
and make sure everyone is clear of all augers before
starting or operating the unit.
Electrical controls should be installed by a qualified
electrician and must meet the standards set by the
national electrical code and all local and state codes.
Disconnect and lock out all power sources before
installing wires/cables or servicing equipment.
Do not operate electric motor equipped units until
motors are properly grounded.
Disconnect power on electrical driven units before
resetting motor overloads.
Do not repetitively stop and start the drive in order to
free a plugged condition. Jogging the drive in this type
of condition can damage the equipment.
Electric Shock Hazard
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Prepare for Emergencies
Be prepared if fire starts.
Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher
handy.
Safety
Keep emergency numbers for doctors,
ambulance service, hospital, and fire
department near your telephone.
Wear Protective Clothing
Wear close fitting clothing and safety
equipment appropriate to the job.
Safety glasses should be worn at all times
to protect eyes from debris.
Wear gloves to protect your hands from
sharp edges on plastic or steel parts.
Keep Emergency Equipment
Quickly Accessible.
Eye Protection
Gloves
Wear steel toe boots to help protect your
toes from falling debris.
A respirator may be needed if a hog house
has poor ventilation. Waste fumes can be
toxic.
Remove all jewelry.
Tuck in any loose or dangling shoe strings.
Long hair should be tied up and back.
Wear hard hat to help protect your head.
Steel Toe Boots
Respirator
Hard Hat
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SAFETY
Replace missing guards and shields
FREE OF CHARGE!
Our equipment is built to provide many years of dependable service to our customers through
durable craftsmanship.
One of the most important aspects of our engineering is SAFETY 1st design throughout all
product lines. Safety is
NO ACCIDENT!
That is why we are implementing its SAFETY 1st program. Should you ever need guards,
shields, safety decals, or owner/operator manuals, simply contact us, and we will supply you
with them FREE OF CHARGE!
While it is our main goal to be the world leader in auger manufacturing, it is always our first
priority to keep our customers safe.
If you need any of the above listed safety items or have safety questions, please contact:
The GSI Group
PO Box 20
1004 E. Illinois Street
Assumption, IL 62510
Ph: 1-217-226-4421
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Safety Decals
3. SAFETY DECALS
Check components shown below to insure that the safety decals are in place and in good
condition. If a decal cannot be easily read for any reason or has been painted over, replace it
immediately. Contact your dealer or the manufacturer to order a replacement Decal free of
charge.
Contact:
The GSI Group
1004 E. Illinois Street
Assumption, IL 62510
Ph: 1-217-226-4421
D
DC-994
DC-994
DC-1379
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Installation
4. INSTALLATION
1. Prepare the Powerhead.
A. Disconnect and lockout all power to the Unload Auger.
DANGER
A main power disconnect switch capable of being locked only in the off position should be used.
The Switch should be locked out whenever work is being done on the Powerhead.
B. After the equipment has been disconnected and locked out, remove the existing Belt
Guard Assembly.
a. Open the existing Belt Guard.
b. Adjust the Motor to relieve the tension on the Drive Belt(s).
c. Remove the Drive Belt(s).
d. Remove the Motor Pulley and Drive Sheave.
e. Unbolt and remove the existing Belt Guard Assembly.
C. With the Belt Guard removed, inspect the Auger Bearing and grease or replace as
necessary.
D. Wherever possible, remove the Motor from the Powerhead to ease removal and
installation of the Belt Guard Mounting Bracket(s).
Note: In a case where no previous Belt Guard is installed, the Drive Belt(s), Motor Pulley,
and Drive Sheave can remain in place, except the Horizontal Drive on 8'' Double
Drive Vertical Powerheads.
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E. Removal of existing Belt Guard Brackets.
a. On 6'', 8'', and 10'' Single Drive Verticals, unbolt the two (2) 3/8'' x 1'' Hex bolts, lock
washers, and flat washers attaching the Belt Guard Bracket.
Note: 10'' Shown
Lock Washers
Existing Belt
3/8'' x 1''
Hex Bolts
Guard
Figure 4A
b. On 6'', 8'', 10'' Horizontal and 25° Powerheads, loosen the 3/4'' Motor Mount
Adjustment Nuts.
Note: 6'' Shown
3/4'' Motor Mount
Adjustment Nuts
Belt Guard
Brackets
Figure 4B
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c. The Horizontal Drive on 8'' Double-Drive Vertical Augers requires disassembling the
Motor Mount components to remove/replace the Belt Guard Brackets.
i. After the motor has been removed, loosen the 3/4'' Hex nut underneath the
Motor Mount Sides, holding down the Motor Mount Assembly.
Motor Mount
Assembly
3/4'' Hex
Nut
Figure 4C
ii. Remove the Motor Mount Assembly.
iii. Unbolt the four (4) 1/2'' x 1'' Hex bolts, lock washers, and Hex nuts, and remove
the existing Belt Guard Brackets.
1/2'' x 1'' Hex Bolts
Motor Mount
Sides
Motor Mount
Sides
Belt Guard
Brackets
Figure 4D
Hex Nuts
Lock Washer
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Installation
2. Installation of New Belt Guard Brackets.
A. 6'', 8'', 10'' Horizontal and 25° Powerheads, also the Vertical Drive on 8'' Double-Drive
Vertical Powerheads.
a. Place the New Belt Guard Brackets on the Motor Mount Adjustment Rods, with the
tops of the Brackets facing away from the Drive Shaft.
Note: All 6'' and All 8''
New Belt Guard
Mounting Brackets
New Belt Guard
Mounting Brackets
Figure 4E
Note: All 10''
Figure 4F
b. Slightly tighten the 3/4'' Motor Mount Adjustment Nuts to hold the Brackets. You will
need to adjust these to put the Motor in the proper position later.
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B. 6'', 8'', 10'' Single-Drive Vertical Powerheads.
a. Bolt the New Belt Guard Mounting Bracket to the 90° gearbox with the two (2)
supplied 3/8'' x 3/4'' Flange bolts. Leave them slightly loose to adjust the Belt Guard
position later.
Note: 8'' Shown
3/8'' x 3/4''
Flange Bolts
Figure 4G
C. Horizontal Drive on 8'' Double-Drive Vertical Augers.
a. Bolt the New Belt Guard Brackets and the Motor Mount Sides to the Powerhead, with
the Brackets pointing towards each other, and slots facing away from the Auger,
using the four (4) 1/2'' x 1'' Hex bolts, lock washers, and Hex nuts removed
previously.
1/2'' x 1''
Hex Bolts
New Belt Guard
Mounting Brackets
1/2'' Lock Washer
New Belt Guard
Mounting Brackets
1/2'' Hex Nut
Figure 4H
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3/4'' Mot
b. Reinstall the motor mount assembly, and loosely tighten the 3/4'' Motor Mount
Adjustment Nuts.
Motor Mount
Assembly
or Mount
Adjustment Nuts
Figure 4I
c. Reinstall the Motor and Motor Pulley to the Motor Mount Straps. Adjust the Motor
placement along the tube and tighten the Motor Mount Assembly and Motor
attachment bolts.
3. Reinstall Auger Drive Sheave and the Drive belts. Adjust the Motor placement to produce
adequate tension on the belts.
4. Tighten all Motor Mount Component nuts and bolts.
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5. Install the New Belt Guard.
A. Remove the 3/8'' x 3/4'' Flange bolt from the Bottom Belt Guard Cover, holding it in place.
B. Remove the Cover.
C. Slip the Belt Guard down over the Motor and Drive Sheaves, enclosing the Drive belts.
D. Bolt the Belt Guard loosely to the Belt Guard Mounting Bracket(s) with the supplied two
(2) or four (4) 3/8'' x 3/4'' Flange bolts. Consult the Figures below for your application.
6'', 8'' and 10''
Powerheads
6'', 8'' and 10'' Single
Drive Powerheads
Figure 4J
Note: Installation for All 6''
6'', 8'' and 10''
Powerheads
Horizontal Drive on
8'' Double Drive
Powerheads
Belt Guard
Bottom Belt
Guard Cover
3/8'' x 3/4''
Flange Bolts
Figure 4K
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Note: Installation for All 8''
Installation
6'', 8'' and 10''
Powerheads
3/8'' x 3/4''
Flange Bolts
Note: Installation for All 10''
6'', 8'' and 10''
Powerheads
Belt Guard
Bottom Belt
Guard Cover
Figure 4L
Belt Guard
3/8'' x 3/4''
Flange Bolts
Figure 4M
Bottom Belt
Guard Cover
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Belt Guard
6'', 8'' and 10''
Single drive
Powerheads
3/8'' x 3/4''
Flange Bolts
Horizontal
Drive on 8''
Double Drive
Powerheads
Note: Installation for All
Single Drive Vertical
Powerheads 10'' Shown
Bottom Belt
Guard Cov
3/8'' x 3/4''
Flange Bolts
Figure 4N
Note: Installation for
Horizontal Drive on 8''
Double Drive Vertical
Powerheads
3/8'' x 3/4''
Flange Bolts
Bottom Belt
Guard Cove
Figure 4O
E. Center the Belt Guard slot with the Motor Shaft and the Auger Drive Shaft. Make sure
the Belt Guard DOES NOT contact the pulleys, belts, or bearing, and tighten the Belt
Guard to the Belt Guard Mounting Bracket(s).
F. Once the Belt Guard is secured, slide the Bottom Belt Guard Cover back into place and
secure it with the 3/8'' x 3/4'' Flange bolt previously removed.
Belt Guard
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5. PARTS LIST
1. Replacement Belt Guard Components
Parts List
Ref # Part # Description
1 GK7317 6" & 8" Single Drive Vertical Mounting Bracket
2 GK7322 10" Single Drive Vertical Mounting Bracket
3 GC11544 6" & 8" Mounting Bracket
4 GC11543 10" Mounting Bracket
5 GC11545 8" Double Drive Vertical Horizontal Mounting Bracket
6 GK7314 Belt Guard Top Assembly
7 GK7004 Belt Guard Bottom Assembly
8 GK7532 Replacement Belt Guard Assembly
9 S-9067 3/8"-16 x 3/4" Flange Bolt Zinc Grade 5
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Warranty
6. WARRANTY
THE GSI GROUP, INC. (GSI) WARRANTS ALL PRODUCTS WHICH IT MANUFACTURES TO
BE FREE OF DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP UNDER NORMAL USAGE AND
CONDITIONS FOR A PERIOD OF 12 MONTHS AFTER RETAIL SALE TO THE ORIGINAL
END USER. THE PURCHASER’S SOLE REMEDY AND GSI’S ONLY OBLIGATION SHALL BE
TO REPAIR OR REPLACE, AT GSI’S OPTION AND EXPENSE, PRODUCTS THAT, IN GSI’S
SOLE JUDGMENT, CONTAIN A MATERIAL DEFECT DUE TO MATERIALS OR
WORKMANSHIP. ALL DELIVERY AND SHIPMENT CHARGES TO AND FROM GSI’S
FACTORY WILL BE PURCHASER’S RESPONSIBILITY. EXPENSES INCURRED BY OR ON
BEHALF OF THE PURCHASER WITHOUT PRIOR WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION FROM AN
AUTHORIZED EMPLOYEE OF GSI SHALL BE THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE
PURCHASER.
EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY EXPRESSED ABOVE, GSI MAKES NO FURTHER
WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR
USE IN CONNECTION WITH (I) PRODUCT MANUFACTURED OR SOLD BY GSI OR (II) ANY
ADVICE, INSTRUCTION, RECOMMENDATION OR SUGGESTION PROVIDED BY AN
AGENT, REPRESENTATIVE OR EMPLOYEE OF GSI REGARDING OR RELATED TO THE
CONFIGURATION, INSTALLATION, LAYOUT, SUITABILITY FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, OR DESIGN OF SUCH PRODUCTS.
GSI SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF
ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS. PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY
IS AS SET FORTH IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY EXPRESSED ABOVE, WHICH SHALL NOT
EXCEED THE AMOUNT PAID FOR THE PRODUCT PURCHASED. THIS WARRANTY IS NOT
TRANSFERABLE AND APPLIES ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER. GSI SHALL HAVE
NO OBLIGATION OR RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES
MADE BY OR ON BEHALF OF ANY DEALER, AGENT OR DISTRIBUTOR OF GSI.
GSI ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR CLAIMS RESULTING FROM ERECTION
DEFECTS OR UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO PRODUCTS WHICH IT
MANUFACTURED. MODIFICATIONS TO PRODUCTS NOT SPECIFICALLY DELINEATED IN
THE MANUAL ACCOMPANYING THE EQUIPMENT AT INITIAL SALE WILL NULLIFY THE
PRODUCT WARRANTY THAT MIGHT HAVE BEEN OTHERWISE AVAILABLE.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO PRODUCTS OR PARTS WHICH
HAVE BEEN DAMAGED BY NEGLIGENT USE, MISUSE, ALTERATION OR ACCIDENT. THIS
WARRANTY EXTENDS SOLELY TO ONLY PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED BY GSI. THIS
WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED. GSI RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE DESIGN OR SPECIFICATION CHANGES
AT ANY TIME.
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION, PURCHASER HAS THE RESPONSIBILITY TO COMPLY WITH
ALL FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL CODES WHICH MAY APPLY TO THE LOCATION AND
INSTALLATION OF PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED OR SOLD BY GSI.
PHLEGAL: #1832020 v1 (139LG01!.DOC) (revised December 2005)
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This equipment shall be installed in accordance with
the current installation codes and applicable
regulations which should be carefully followed in all
cases. Authorities having jurisdiction should be
consulted before installations are made.
Internet: http://www.grainsystems.com
Copyright © 2007 by the GSI Group
Printed in the USA
GSI Group, Inc.
1004 E. Illinois St.
Assumption, IL 62510-0020
Phone: 1-217-226-4421
Fax: 1-217-226-4420
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