GSI Outdoors PNEG-1597 User Manual

Sweep Tractor
Assembly Instructions

PNEG-1597

Date: 02-28-08

PNEG-1597

General Information

A. We reserve the right to improve our product whenever possible and practical to do so. We reserve

the right to change, improve, and modify products at any time wit hout obligation to make changes,
improvements, and modifications on equipment sold previously.

B. The Sweep Tractor has been designed and manufactured to give years of dependable service.

The care and maintenance of this machine will affect the satisfaction and service obtained. By
observing the instructions and suggestions we have recommended, the owner should receive
competent service for many years. If additional information or assistance should be required,
please contact the factory or your local dealer.

C. Receiving Merchandise and Filing Claims

i. When receiving merchandise, it is important to check both the quantity of parts and their

descriptions with the packing list enclosed within each package. All claims for freight damage
or shortage must be made by the consignee within ten (10) days from the date of the
occurrence of freight damage. The consignee should accept the shipment after noting the
damage or loss.

For Claims Contact:

GSI Group

1004 East Illinois St.

Assumption, IL 62510

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Personnel operating or working around this equipment should 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. Any misuse of the equipment may void
the warranty.

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Table of Contents

Contents

Chapter 1 Safety ..................................................................................................................................................5

Safety Guidelines ............................................................................................................................... 5

Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................................. 6

Chapter 2 Safety Decals ...................................................................................................................................11

Chapter 3 Assembly ..........................................................................................................................................12

Sweep Tractor Assembly ................................................................................................................. 12

End Wheel Assembly ....................................................................................................................... 22

Sweep Tractor to Shield Assembly .................................................................................................. 23

Chapter 4 Parts List ..........................................................................................................................................24

Sweep Tractor Parts ......................................................................................................................... 24

End Wheel Parts .............................................................................................................................. 26

Chapter 5 Warranty ...........................................................................................................................................27

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GSI equipment is built to provide many years of dependable service to our customers through
durable craftsmanship.

st

One of the most important aspects of GSI engineering is SAFETY 1

design throughout all product lines.

At GSI - Safety is NO ACCIDENT!

That is why GSI is implementing its SAFETY 1st program. Should you ever need guards, shields,
safety decals, or owner/operator manuals, simply contact GSI, and we will supply you with them

FREE OF CHARGE!

While it is our main goal for GSI to be the world leader in auger manufacturing, it is always o ur first priority
to keep our customers safe.

If you need any of the above listed safety items or have safety questions, please contact GSI:

GSI Group

PO Box 20

1004 E. Illinois St.

Assumption, IL 62510

Ph: 217-226-4421

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1. Safety

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.

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.

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1. Safety

Safety Instructions

Our foremost concern is your safety and the safety of others associated with this 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 requ irements, hazards and p recautions
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.

Follow Safety Instructions

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 may 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

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 p arts. Remove any
built up grease oil and debris.

Read and Understand Manual

Maintain Equipment
and Work Area

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Wear Protective Clothing

Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate
to the job.

Remove all jewelry.

1. Safety

Eye Protection

Long hair should be tied up and back.

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.

Wear steel toe boots to help protect your feet from falling
debris. Tuck in any loose or dangling shoe strings.

A respirator may be needed to prevent breathing potentially
toxic fumes and dust.

Wear hard hat to help protect your head.

Prepare for Emergencies

Be prepared if fire starts.

Gloves

Steel Toe Boots

Respirator

Hard Hat

Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service,

hospital and fire department near your telephone.

Keep Emergency Equipment
Quickly Accessible

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1. Safety

General Safety Guidelines

A. DO NOT make any alterations to the equipment. Such alte rations may produce a ve ry dangerous

situation, where SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH may occur.

B. This equipment shall be installed in accordance with any regulations or installation codes that are

required by law. Authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted before installations
are made.

C. Untrained operators subject themselves and others to SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH. NEVER

allow untrained personnel to operate this equipment.

D. Keep children and other unqualified personnel out of the working area at ALL times.

E. NEVER start equipment until ALL persons are clear of the work area.
F. Be sure ALL operators are adequately rested and prepared to perform ALL functions of operat ing

this equipment.

G. Keep hair, loose clothing, and shoestrings away from rotating and moving parts. NEVER wear

loose fitting clothing when working around augers.

H. NEVER allow any person intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol or drugs to operate

the equipment.

I. 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.

J. Make sure someone is nearby who is aware of the proper shutdown sequence in the event of an

accident or emergency.
K. NEVER work alone.
L. ALWAYS think before acting. NEVER act impulsively around the equipment.
M. Make sure ALL equipment is locked in position before operating.
N. Keep hands and feet away from the auger intake and other moving parts.
O. NEVER attempt to assist machinery operation or to remove trash from equipment while

in operation.
P. Use ample overhead lighting after sunset to light the work area.
Q. ALWAYS lock out ALL power to the equipment when finished unloading.
R. Keep area around intake free of obstacles such as electrical cords, blocks, etc. that might trip workers.

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1. Safety

Hazards

A. Keep clear of all augers. DO NOT ENTER the bin.
B. If you must enter this bin:

1. Shut OFF and lock out all power.

2. Use safety harness and safety line.

3. Station another person outside the bin.

4. Avoid the center of the bin.

5. Wear proper breathing equipment or respirator.
C. Failure to heed these warnings will result in serious injury or death.
D. Be cautious of Pinch Points. A Pinch Point is a narrow area between two surfaces that is

likely to trap or catch objects and so is a potential safety hazard.

Shields and Guards

A. ALWAYS keep ALL shields and guards in place during operation.

We will replace any missing shields or guards free of charge.

Refer Page 4 for more information on our Safety First program.

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