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GSI PNEG-914 User Manual

PNEG-914
Installation and Operation of Flex-Flo
Model 220, 300, 350, 500 and HR Installation and Owner’s Manual
PNEG-914
Date: 02-04-11
Table of Contents

Contents

Chapter 1 Safety .................................. ................... ................... .................... ................... ......................................5
Safety Guidelines ... ... ... ... .......................................................................................................................5
General Safety Statement ......................................................................................................................6
Chapter 2 Decals .................................... .................................................... ............................................................8
Chapter 3 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................10
Applications ............................... ............................................. ..............................................................10
Background ................................................................................ ..........................................................10
Building Safety .....................................................................................................................................10
Installation Sequence ................................ ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ....................................................10
Chapter 4 Flex-Flo Specifications (English/Metric) ..........................................................................................11
The Feed Tank Connections ................................................................................................................11
Chapter 5 Installation ..........................................................................................................................................15
Boot and Transfer Plate Installation .....................................................................................................15
Slide Gate Installation ..........................................................................................................................16
Inspection/Clean-Out Plate Installation ................................................................................................17
Restrictor Adjustment ...........................................................................................................................18
Straight-Through Tandem Installation ..................................................................................................19
Auger Tubing .......................... ... ... .... .......................................... ... ... ... ... .... ..........................................20
Cementing Procedure ......................................... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ....................................22
Outlet Holes . ... ... .... ... ... ... .... .......................................... .......................................................................22
Drop Kit Installation ..............................................................................................................................23
Kwik-Attach Drop Kit Installation ............................................................ .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .................24
Power Unit and Control Unit .................................................................................................................25
Auger ...................................... ................ ................ ................ ................ ................. .............................28
Auger Installation .................................................................................................................................28
Extension Hopper Installation ...... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ....................................................30
Operation Guidelines ...... .... ... ... .......................................... ... .... ... ... ....................................................32
Chapter 6 Parts List .............................................................................................................................................35
Flex-Flo Feed Line Components ..........................................................................................................36
Direct Drive Power Unit Assemblies ....................................................................................................37
Model 220 Unloader and Anchor Assembly .........................................................................................40
Model 300, 350 and HR Unloader and Anchor Assembly ....................................................................41
Model 500 Unloader and Anchor Assembly .........................................................................................42
Direct Drive and Tube Anchor ..............................................................................................................43
Belt Drive and Tube Anchor .................................................................................................................44
Model 220, 300 and 350 Control Unit (FLX-4496) ..................... ... ... .......................................... ... .......46
Flex-Flo Control Unit (FLX-5015) .........................................................................................................48
Belt Drive Power Unit ...........................................................................................................................50
Direct Drive Power Unit ........................................................................................................................51
Drop Kit/Kwik-Attach Drop Kit ..............................................................................................................52
Unloader Switch ...................................................................................................................................53
Micro Drop Tube Switch/Proximity Switch ....................................... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... .......54
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Chapter 7 Wiring Diagrams .................................................................................................................................55
FLX-4496 or FLX-5015 Factory Wiring Diagram ............ ... ... ... .......................................... ... .... ... ... ... ...55
Wiring Diagram for Extension Flex-Flo Using Smart-Flex Control .......................................................56
Wiring Diagram for Extension Flex-Flo Using Two (2) FLX-4496 Controls ..........................................57
Flex-Flo Control with 220 Volt 24 Hour Time Clock .............................................................................58
Flex-Flo Control with Proximity Switch (AP-1002) ...............................................................................59
Flex-Flo Control with Proximity Switch (AP-2983) ...............................................................................60
Flex-Flo Control with Drop Tube Switch or Hopper Level Switch .........................................................61
Flex-Flo Control with Smart IR Sensor (FLX-4951) .............................................................................62
Chapter 8 Warranty ....................................... .............................................................. .........................................63

1. Safety

DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
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.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
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 its safety instructions is a misuse of the equipment and may lead to serious injury or death.
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1. Safety
General Safety Statement
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 which may 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 may be required from the personnel. Avoid any alterations to the equipment, which may produce a very dangerous situation, where SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH may occur.
Electrical Safety
An adequate and safe power supply to the Flex-Flo System unit is essential for safety. A competent and qualified electrician must undertake all electrical wiring. All wiring is to be installed in accordance with all local and National Standards and Regulations relevant to your country and region.
Electrical safety devices, emergency stops and main isolators are recommended with the Flex-Flo System and are essential for safety. This should be installed as indicated in the enclosed installation instructions and in accordance with the relevant codes and directives.
User’s Manual
This manual contains information and instructions essential to the safe installation and use of the Flex-Flo System. Read this manual thoroughly before attempting any installation or use of the Flex-Flo System. Keep this manual with the Flex-Flo System or in a location where it can be readily accessed. Failure to read this manual and its safety instructions is a misuse of the equipment.
Correct Uses of the Flex-Flo System
The Flex-Flo System is designed for the sole purpose of conveying granular or powdered agricultural animal feed. Use of the system in any other way is a misuse of the system and may endanger the h ealth and safety.
Only genuine AP/Cumberland parts are to be used in the installation and use of the Flex-Flo System. Use of other non-genuine parts is a misuse of the system and may lead to dangerous situations imperilling the safety and health of you and others.
This system is not designed for use in atmospheres where there is a risk of explosion. Use in such an environment is prohibited. If in doubt contact your dealer or the GSI group.
Safety Guards
The Flex-Flo System contains many moving and electrical parts, which will cause serious injury or death if touched. Guards are placed on the machine to protect you. Operating the machine at any time with guards removed or incorrectly fitted is a serious misuse of the machine and endangers safety.
Safety in Handling the Flex-Flo System
The Flex-Flo drive unit weighs 48 lbs. (22 kgs). All precautions should be taken when lifting and or moving the unit. Ideally mechanical lift equipment should be used. If manual handling is necessary assistance should be sought from other people.
1. Safety
CE Compliance
In accordance with European Union Directives, GSI has made every effort to ensure that this product complies with the essential requirements of the machinery directive, the low voltage directive and the electromagnetic compatibility directive. As such, we have declared conformity and affixed the CE mark. Our declaration relates only to genuine GSI Flex-Flo Systems installed as intended by GSI. We cannot and do not declare conformity for any modifications, additions or any systems whatsoever operating on or with GSI products that are not supplied by GSI or are in any way outside the control of GSI.
Safety in Maintenance
The Flex-Flo System is designed to keep maintenance to a minimum, however, some repairs will be necessary in the course of the life of the system. Do not attempt any repairs on the system unless you are competent to do so. Remember that the Flex-Flo operates under automatic control and will start without warning. Never attempt any work on the Flex-Flo System without first isolating the drive unit from the main power and locking the isolator so that only you can turn the power back ON. Follow all guidelines given in the maintenance section of this manual.
Before restarting the Flex-Flo System, make sure that all electrical enclosures are locked closed and all guards and other safety measures are correctly fitted. If in any doubt, contact your dealer or the GSI group for assistance.
Dust
Under normal working conditions little or no dust should be created by the Flex-Flo System. However, some dust may be created, which may be harmful to your health if inhaled. To prevent this, wear a suitable type dust mask.
Noise
Noise is not generally a hazard associated with the Flex-Flo System. Excessive noise may indicate a problem with the machines. Tests on this machine indicate noise levels at a position one meter from the drive unit and 1.6 meters above the ground do not exceed 70 dBa, continuous “A” weighted sound pressure or 63 Pa, instantaneous “C” weighted sound pressure.
Sound Signs and Warnings
The following pages show you exactly where the safety and warning decals should be placed on the Flex-Flo System. If a decal is missing or unreadable, please contact your dealer or the GSI group, for a free replacement.
For guidance or assistance on any issues relating to the safe use of the Flex-Flo System, Contact:
GSI Group
1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL. 62510 Phone: 1-217-226-4421
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2. Decals

DC-884
DANGER
DANGER
DC-1239
THE GSI GROUP
FLX-4511
ELECTRICAL BOX ASSEMBLY
CONTACT RATING: 1 HP @ 120 VAC MAX.,
25 FLA, 1 PHASE
COIL RATING: 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
High Voltage. Will cause injury or death. Lockout power before servicing.
DANGERDANGER
THE GSI GROUP
FLX-4512
ELECTRICAL BOX ASSEMBLY
CONTACT RATING: 1-1/2 HP @ 240 VAC MAX.,
25 FLA, 1 PHASE
COIL RATING: 208-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
DANGER
High Voltage. Will cause injury or death. Lockout power before servicing.
THE GSI GROUP
FLX-4512-3
ELECTRICAL BOX ASSEMBLY
CONTACT RATING: 1-1/2 HP @ 240 VAC MAX.,
25 FLA, 3 PHASE
COIL RATING: 280-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
DANGER
High Voltage. Will cause injury or death. Lockout power before servicing.
DC-1238
DC-1238-2-3
2. Decals
DC-884
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3. Introduction

Applications
In poultry application, Flex-Flo Fill System conveys feed from bulk feed tank to hoppers inside the po ultry building as shown in Figure 3A. Other feed systems (i.e. cycle plus, chain feeder etc.) take the feed from the hopper to the desired locations in the building. On this layout, hopper level switches may be placed in more than one hopper to assure that no hopper empties before the control unit hopper requires feed. (All switches must be wired in parallel so that any one switch can start the system.)
Figure 3A Poultry Application Layout
In swine applications, Flex-Flo Fill System conveys feed from bulk feed tanks to each individual fe ede r (i.e. S.S. hog feeder, drop feeder etc.) directly as shown in consumed. A feed level control is installed at the end to shut off the system after all feeders are filled.
Figure 3B
. It is at this location that feed is being
Figure 3B Swine Application Layout
Background
The Flex-Flo Fill System consists of a combination of PVC tubes and preformed PVC elbows. A special PVC cement is used to connect the tubes and elbows. The PVC tubes are available in four (4) different sizes. The PVC tube contains a rotating auger which conveys the feed to the different outlet holes. The auger is driven by a direct drive power unit or a belt drive power unit.
Building Safety
If you are intending to install the Flex-Flo System at high levels and/or suspended from a building structure, it is important that you check the structural integrity of the building to carry the additional load. For information on the imposed loads on the building by the Flex-Flo System, please contact the dealer or the GSI group.
Installation Sequence
This manual outlines the recommended order for the installation of the Flex-Flo System. Following this guideline will provide the safest and easiest method of installation. Above all, connection of the system to the electrical mains should be the final stage of installation. Failure to observe this could lead to a fatal accident.
Auger Tube Diameter
30° Unloader
Straight unloader
Carrying Capacity based
on 40 lbs./cubic ft.
Maximum Particle Size
and Feed Type

4. Flex-Flo Specifications (English/Metric)

Flex-Flo Systems Specifications
Model 220 Model 300 Model 350 Model 500 Model HR
2.2"
55 mm
15 lbs./min
7 kg/min
900 lbs./hr
420 kg/hr
1/8" (3.175 mm) x
1/2" (12.7 mm) Long
Maximum Moisture
Content 18%
3"
75 mm
50 lbs./min
22 kg/min
3000 lbs./hr
1400 kg/hr
Crumble Type
Feed Mash
3-1/2"
90 mm
100 lbs./min
45 kg/min
6000 lbs./hr
2700 kg/hr
Shelled Corn or Pellets
3/16" (4.76 mm) x
1/2" (12.7 mm)
Ground Corn
5"
125 mm
220 lbs./min
100 kg/min
13200 lbs./hr
6000 kg/hr
Larger Feed Fragments
Like Shelled Corn or
Pellets 3/8" (9.52 mm) x
1" (25.4 mm) Long
High Moisture Shelled
Corn (up to 27%) or
Ground Feed. 3/8" (9.52 mm) Diameter x 3/4" (19.05 mm) Long
3-1/2"
90 mm
50 lbs./min
22 kg/min
3000 lbs./hr
1400 kg/hr
Figure 4A
The Feed Tank Connections
Feed Tank Orientation
Positioning the feed tank in line with the Flex-Flo System will provide the most trouble-free operation possible. Avoid unnecessary elbows and curves to ease system installation. A feed tank with a 30° unloader is generally required to be at least 10-1/2' (3.2 m) away from the building. With a straight un loa der, the tank will be approximately 4' (1.22 m) farther away from the building in order to make auger tube connections. The reference points are based upon the height where the system enters the building. Different unloaders with various elbows and curves used provide different entrance opportunitie s. The distanc es are ach ie ved by modifying and adjusting the elbows and tubing as needed. See tables
on Page 13
(Metric) for tank placement recommendations.
on Page 12
(English) or see tables
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Figure 4B
Figure 4C
4. Flex-Flo Specifications (English/Metric)
Tank Centerline to Building Entrance Distance “X” from Given Height “H” (English)
Model 220 with 10' Radius Elbows
“H” (ft.)
5.0 10.5 - - 15.0 - -
6.0 12.5 11.0 - 17.0 - -
7.0 14.0 12.0 - 18.5 17.0 -
8.0 16.0 13.0 - 20.0 18.0 -
9.0 17.5 14.0 - 22.0 19.0 -
10.0 19.5 15.0 - 23.5 20.0 -
11.0 21.0 16.0 14.5 25.5 21.0 19.5
12.0 23.0 17.0 15.0 27.0 22.0 20.0
13.0 24.5 18.0 16.0 29.0 23.0 21.0
14.0 26.5 19.0 16.5 30.5 24.0 21.5
15.0 28.0 20.0 17.0 32.5 25.0 22.0
16.0 30.0 21.0 17.5 34.0 26.0 22.5
17.0 31.5 22.0 18.0 36.0 27.0 23.0
18.0 33.5 23.0 18.5 37.5 28.0 23.5
19.0 35.0 24.0 19.5 39.5 29.0 24.0
20.0 37.0 25.0 20.0 41.0 30.0 25.0
“H” (ft.)
5.0 9.0 - - 12.0 10.0 -
6.0 10.5 8.0 7.5 13.5 11.0 10.0
7.0 12.0 9.0 8.0 15.5 12.0 11.0
8.0 14.0 10.0 8.5 17.0 13.0 11.5
9.0 15.5 11.0 9.0 19.0 14.0 12.0
10.0 17.0 12.0 9.5 20.0 15.0 12.5
11.0 19.0 13.0 10.0 22.5 16.0 13.0
12.0 20.5 14.0 11.0 23.5 17.0 13.5
13.0 22.5 15.0 11.5 26.0 18.0 14.0
14.0 24.0 16.0 12.0 27.0 19.0 15.0
15.0 26.0 17.0 12.5 29.5 20.0 15.5
16.0 27.5 18.0 12.5 30.5 21.0 16.0
17.0 29.5 19.0 13.5 33.0 22.0 16.5
18.0 31.0 20.0 14.0 34.5 23.0 17.0
19.0 33.0 21.0 15.0 36.0 24.0 17.5
20.0 34.5 22.0 15.5 37.5 25.0 18.5
“X” for 30° Boot (ft.) “X” for Straight Boot (ft.)
30° 45° 60° 30° 45° 60°
Model 500 with 6' Radius Elbow
“X” for 30° Boot (ft.) “X” for Straight Boot (ft.)
30° 45° 60° 30° 45° 60°
Model 220, 300, 350 and HR with 5' Radius Elbow
“H” (ft.)
5.0 9.0 - - 12.0 10.0 -
6.0 10.5 8.0 7.5 13.5 11.0 10.0
7.0 12.0 9.0 8.0 15.5 12.0 11.0
8.0 14.0 10.0 8.5 17.0 13.0 11.5
9.0 15.5 11.0 9.0 18.5 14.0 12.0
10.0 17.0 12.0 9.5 20.5 15.0 12.5
11.0 19.0 13.0 10.0 22.0 16.0 13.0
12.0 20.5 14.0 11.0 24.0 17.0 13.5
13.0 22.5 15.0 11.5 25.5 18.0 14.0
14.0 24.0 16.0 12.0 27.5 19.0 15.0
15.0 26.0 17.0 12.5 29.0 20.0 15.5
16.0 27.5 18.0 12.5 31.0 21.0 16.0
17.0 29.5 19.0 13.5 32.5 22.0 16.5
18.0 31.0 20.0 14.0 34.5 23.0 17.0
19.0 33.0 21.0 15.0 36.0 24.0 17.5
20.0 34.5 22.0 15.5 38.0 25.0 18.5
“X” for 30° Boot (ft.) “X” for Straight Boot (ft.)
30° 45° 60° 30° 45° 60°
4. Flex-Flo Specifications (English/Metric)
Figure 4D Equipment Orientation Charts
Tank Centerline to Building Entrance Distance “X” from Given Height “H” (Metric)
Model 220 with 10' Radius Elbows
“H” (m)
1.52 3.20 - - 4.57 - -
1.83 3.81 3.35 - 5.18 - -
2.13 4.27 3.66 - 5.64 5.18 -
2.44 4.88 3.96 - 6.10 5.49 -
2.74 5.33 4.27 - 6.71 5.79 -
3.05 5.94 4.57 - 7.16 6.10 -
3.35 6.40 4.88 4.42 7.77 6.40 5.94
3.66 7.01 5.18 4.57 8.23 6.71 6.10
3.96 7.47 5.49 4.88 8.84 7.01 6.40
4.27 8.08 5.79 5.03 9.30 7.32 6.55
4.57 8.53 6.10 5.18 9.91 7.62 6.71
4.88 9.14 6.40 5.33 10.36 7.92 6.86
5.18 9.60 6.71 5.49 10.97 8.23 7.01
5.49 10.21 7.01 5.64 11.43 8.53 7.16
5.79 10.67 7.32 5.94 12.04 8.84 7.32
6.10 11.28 7.62 6.10 12.50 9.14 7.62
“H” (m)
1.52 2.74 - - 3.66 3.05 -
1.83 3.20 2.44 2.29 4.11 3.35 3.05
2.13 3.66 2.74 2.44 4.72 3.66 3.35
2.44 4.27 3.05 2.59 5.18 3.96 3.51
2.74 4.72 3.35 2.74 5.79 4.27 3.66
3.05 5.18 3.66 2.90 6.10 4.57 3.81
3.35 5.79 3.96 3.05 6.86 4.88 3.96
3.66 6.25 4.27 3.35 7.16 5.18 4.11
3.96 6.86 4.57 3.51 7.92 5.49 4.27
4.27 7.32 4.88 3.66 8.23 5.79 4.57
4.57 7.92 5.18 3.81 8.99 6.10 4.72
4.88 8.38 5.49 3.81 9.30 6.40 4.88
5.18 8.99 5.79 4.11 10.06 6.71 5.03
5.49 9.45 6.10 4.27 10.52 7.01 5.18
5.79 10.06 6.40 4.57 10.97 7.32 5.33
6.10 10.52 6.71 4.72 11.43 7.62 5.64
“X” for 30° Boot (m) “X” for Straight Boot (m)
30° 45° 60° 30° 45° 60°
Model 500 with 6' Radius Elbow
“X” for 30° Boot (m) “X” for Straight Boot (m)
30° 45° 60° 30° 45° 60°
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4. Flex-Flo Specifications (English/Metric)
Model 220, 300, 350 and HR with 5' Radius Elbow
“X” for 30° Boot (m) “X” for Straight Boot (m)
“H” (m)
30° 45° 60° 30° 45° 60°
1.52 2.74 - - 3.66 3.05 -
1.83 3.20 2.44 2.29 4.11 3.35 3.05
2.13 3.66 2.74 2.44 4.72 3.66 3.35
2.44 4.27 3.05 2.59 5.18 3.96 3.51
2.74 4.72 3.35 2.74 5.64 4.27 3.66
3.05 5.18 3.66 2.90 6.25 4.57 3.81
3.35 5.79 3.96 3.05 6.71 4.88 3.96
3.66 6.25 4.27 3.35 7.32 5.18 4.11
3.96 6.86 4.57 3.51 7.77 5.49 4.27
4.27 7.32 4.88 3.66 8.38 5.79 4.57
4.57 7.92 5.18 3.81 8.84 6.10 4.72
4.88 8.38 5.49 3.81 9.45 6.40 4.88
5.18 8.99 5.79 4.11 9.91 6.71 5.03
5.49 9.45 6.10 4.27 10.52 7.01 5.18
5.79 10.06 6.40 4.57 10.97 7.32 5.33
6.10 10.52 6.71 4.72 11.58 7.62 5.64
Figure 4E Equipment Orientation Charts

5. Installation

Improper installation methods of the hardware may cause permanent damage and possible breakage of the boot.
CAUTION
Boot and Transfer Plate Installation
NOTE: Installation of the boot is the same whether the tank has the standard collar or the Sure-Flo Feed
Flow Control.
Slide the boot as far as possible into the tank collar or the Sure-Flo Feed Flow Control opening.
(See Figure 5A.) Align the boot with the Flex-Flo System that will be installed. Using the holes in the collars
for guides, drill eight (8) 11/32" holes into the boot rim. (See Figure 5B.) Mount the boot to the collar with the hardware provided. Bolt the transfer plate and unloader braces to the
boot as shown. See Figure 5C for proper usage and assembly direction of hardwa re for mounting the boot and the transfer plate. All connections should be tightened until they are “snug”.
Figure 5A
Figure 5B
Figure 5C
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5. Installation
Slide Gate Installation
Insert the slide into the transfer plate. The slide must be in its operating position prior to attaching the slide shield to the transfer plate. Use two (2) 5/16"-18 x 1" truss head tap bolts to mount the slide shield.
(See Figure 5D.)
Bolt unloader to transfer plate/unloader brace assembly as shown in Fig ure 5E. Note orientation of t hese bolts. (See Figure 5E.)
Figure 5D
Ref # Part # Description
1 BLK-10488 16" 67°, 16" Hopper Collar, (24 Holes) 1 BLK-10489 16" 60° Hopper Collar, (24 Holes) 1 BLK-11463 16" 60° Hopper Collar (27 Holes) 1 BLK-12342 16" 60° Hopper Collar (18 Holes) 2 FLX-2194 16" 30° Black Plastic Boot 2 FLX-2194C 16" 30° Clear Plastic Boot 2 FLX-2195 16" Straight Black Plastic Boot 2 FLX-2195C 16" Straight Clear Plastic Boot 2 FLX-4869 16" Double Straight Black Boot 3 BLK-10496 Transfer Plate 4 FLX-4819 Unloader Brace 5 FLX-4782 Slide Gate 6 BLK-10497 Slide Gate Shield 7 S-4336 5/16" x 1" Truss Head Machine Screw 8 S-4337 5/16"-18 Nylon Insert Nut
9 S-4338 5/16" Nylon Washer 10 S-8328 Screw, MS 5/16"-18 x 1" RHS ZN Grade 2 11 S-396 Hex Nut 5/16"-18 YDP Grade 2
Figure 5E
5. Installation
Inspection/Clean-Out Plate Installation
Once the installation of the auger tubes and auger is complete, insert the inspection/clean-out plate or the optional unloader switch.
The inspection/clean-out plate is to be installed per the following instructions: (See Figure 5F.)
1. Back off both wing nuts to the stud ends.
2. Slide the plate onto the lower side of the unloader opening.
3. Move the plate first against the side of the unloader then upward toward the top of the unloader.
4. Tighten the wing nuts while holding the plate steady.
Figure 5F Clean-Out Plate Installation
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5. Installation
Feed Tank Collar
The standard bulk feed tank is supplied with a 16'' (40.64 cm) hopper opening . If needed, 2 2'' (55.88 cm) hopper openings are also available. Consult the dealer for specific ordering instructions.
Restrictor Adjustment
The restrictor may be adjusted to allow more feed flow. Do not modify the restrictor until the system is completely operational and the auger has been polished by running feed through the system.
Instructions:
1. Remove the restrictor tube from the unloader.
2. Cut 1" (2.5 cm) from the restrictor. (See Figure 5G.)
3. Install the restrictor and the bearing assembly into the unloader.
4. Test the feed flow.
5. If the desired feed flow rate is not attained, repeat the above procedure until the desired rate is reached.
Figure 5G Restrictor Adjustment
5. Installation
Straight-Through Tandem Installation
The straight-through tandem system should be installed the same as a single tank system with the following exceptions:
1. Mount the boots on both tanks and the single or twin-out unloader as instructed.
2. Install baffle plate (FLX-4310) in the single-through unloader as shown in Figure 5H. The twin unloader baffle is factory installed as shown in Figure 5H.
Figure 5H
3. Slide the belled end of a straight tube onto the unloader outlet on the first tank. Hold the straight tubing in the desired mounting position. Mark and cut the straight tube at the point where the tube and the inlet of the straight-through unloader inlet intersect.
4. Slip the appropriate tube coupler over the cut end of the straig ht tube. Position the straight tube in its operating location. Slide and clamp the tube coupler over the straight-through unloader inlet.
(See Figure 5I.)
NOTE: The coupler should be equally distributed between the tubing and the unloader inlet.
Figure 5I Tandem System Installation
5. Feed the auger through the single/twin-out unloader to the rest of the system and anchor as instructed.
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5. Installation
Auger Tubing
Auger Tubing Installation
The auger tubing is one of the most important parts of the Flex-Flo Fill System. Proper installation is very important. Dry fit ALL parts before cementing or clamping. Once the complete system is fitting properly, cement or clamp the entire system.
The following steps are to be performed in the exact order shown:
1. Establish the entry point where the auger tube will enter the building. Once the entry point is determined, cut a hole large enough to accommodate the tubing. A seal ring and a neoprene seal are provided to seal the excess area between the tube and the hole in the building. The seal ring and the neoprene seal shall be installed as shown in Figure 5J.
Figure 5J Seal Ring and Neoprene Seal Installation
2. Slide the elbow tubing through the hole in the building. Establish and cut (if necessary) the elbow at the desire length to ensure that the auger tubing will be horizontal. See Figure 5K on Page 21 for proper cutting dimensions of the elbows at specific degree angles.
3. Fit and clamp a second elbow around the unloader outlet.
4. Slide the non-belled end of the straight tubing into the belled end of the “building” elbow. Hold the straight tubing in the desired mounting position. Mark and cut the “unloader” elbow at th e point where it and the straight tubing intersect.
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