GSI PNEG-546 User Manual
Leg Stands and Access Ladders
for Portable Dryers
Installation and Assembly Manual
PNEG-546
Date: 09-24-12
PNEG-546
All information, illustrations, photos, and specifications in this manual are based on the latest
information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any
time without notice.
Table of Contents
Contents
Chapter 1 Safety Precautions ....................................................................................................................5
Safety Guidelines ........................................................................................................................5
Cautionary Symbols ....................................................................................................................7
Chapter 2 Dryer Supports ..........................................................................................................................9
Guidelines for Supporting the Dryer with Leg Stands ......................................................................9
Leg Stand Spacing ....................................................................................................................10
Installing Front and Rear Anchor Plates....................................................................................... 11
Installing a Leg Stand to the Dryer Basket Corner......................................................................... 11
Installing a Leg Stand Along the Dryer’s Frame............................................................................ 12
Installing the Leg Stands Behind the Hitch Frame.........................................................................14
Chapter 3 Hitch Ladder ............................................................................................................................15
Hitch Ladder Packages .............................................................................................................. 15
Installing the Hitch Ladder Support Bracket to the Hitch Channel...................................................16
Installing the Ladder Standoff Bracket to the Hitch Ladder Support Bracket ....................................17
Installing the Ladder to the Ladder Standoff Brackets ................................................................... 18
Installing the End Cap to the Ladder............................................................................................18
Chapter 4 Rear Access Ladder ................................................................................................................21
Installing the Rear Ladder Support Brackets ................................................................................ 21
Installing the Ladder Standoff Brackets to the Rear Ladder Support Brackets ................................. 23
GSI Group, LLC Limited Warranty............................................................................................ 25
NOTES
1 Safety Precautions
Topics Covered in this Chapter
▪ Safety Guidelines
▪ Cautionary Symbols
Safety Guidelines
Safety guidelines are general-to-specific safety rules that must be respected at all times in the grain storage environment.
Our foremost concern is your safety and the safety of others associated with grain handling equipment.
This manual is to help you understand safe operating procedures and some problems that can be encountered by the operator and other personnel.
As owner and/or operator, you are responsible to know what requirements, hazards and precautions exist
and inform all personnel associated with the equipment or in the area. Safety precautions can be required
from the personnel. Avoid any alterations to the equipment, which can produce a very dangerous situation,
where SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH can 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 must be consulted
before installations are made.
You should consider the location of the bin site relative to power line locations or electrical transmission
equipment. Contact your local power company to review your installation plan or for information concerning
required equipment clearance. Clearance of portable equipment that can be taken to the bin site must also
be reviewed and considered. Any electrical control equipment in contact with the bin must be properly
grounded and installed in accordance with National Electric Code provisions and all local codes.
This product is intended for the use of drying grain only. Any other use is a misuse of the product.
This product has sharp edges, which may cause serious injury. To avoid injury,
CAUTION
Personnel operating or working around equipment must read this manual. This manual must be delivered
with equipment to its owner. Failure to read this manual and its safety instructions is a misuse of the
equipment.
handle sharp edges with caution and always use proper protective clothing and
equipment.
Chapter 1: Safety Precautions
Follow Safety Instructions — Read and Understand Manual
• Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and safety
signs on your machine. 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 can impair the function
and/or safety and affect machine life.
• If you do not understand any part of this manual or need
assistance, contact your dealer.
Practice Safe Maintenance — Maintain Equipment and Work
Area
• Understand service procedures before doing work. Keep
area clean and dry.
• Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is in operation. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating
parts.
• Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix
damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove
any built-up grease, oil, and debris.
Prepare for Emergencies — Keep Emergency Equipment
Accessible
• Be prepared if fire starts.
• Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
• 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.
• Remove all jewelry
• Tie long hair up and back.
• Wear safety glasses at all times to protect eyes from
debris.
Eye Protection
Chapter 1: Safety Precautions
• Wear gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges on
plastic or steel parts.
• Wear steel-toed boots to help protect your feet from falling
debris. Tuck in any loose or dangling shoestrings.
• A respirator may be needed to prevent breathing potentially toxic fumes and dust.
• Wear a hard hat to help protect your head.
• Wear appropriate fall protection equipment when working
at elevations greater than 6 ft (1.8 m).
Gloves
Steel-Toed Boots
Respirator
Hard Hat
Fall Protection
Cautionary Symbols
Cautionary symbols appear in the various decals of your grain bin, and alerts the user to the potential or
imminent risk of danger.
Make sure to familiarize yourself with these symbols prior to installing, operating, or
DANGER
Table 1-1 Description of the different cautionary symbols
servicing your grain equipment. Failure to do so may lead to serious injury or death.
Symbol Description
This symbol indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in serious injury or death
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in serious injury or death
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property damage
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