Walinga Grain-Vac 7614F, AGRI-VAC 5614, AGRI-VAC 6614, AGRI-VAC 7614, AGRI-VAC 7816 Operator's Manual

Operator’s Manual

& Parts List For

7614F

GRAIN-VAC 7614F

WARRANTY REGISTRATION (3 part form - please print)

Warranty Registration Form & Inspection Report

This form must be filled out by the dealer and signed by both the dealer and the customer at the time of delivery.

Delivery Date: mm / dd / yyyy

COMPANY / CUSTOMER NAME DEALER NAME:

Phone: Phone:

Mobile phone: Mobile phone:

Email : @ Email : @

Street Address: Street Address:

City: Prov/State City: Prov/State:

Postal/Zip: Country Postal/Zip: Country:

Machine Serial Number

Blower Serial No.

Airlock Serial Number

DEALER INSPECTION REPORT SAFETY

Blower and Airlock Turn Freely

Boom Anchored in Place

Check Tire Pressure

Hydraulic Hose Connections Tight

Hydraulic Hoses Free and Fitting

Wheel Bolts Tight

Lubricate Machine

Check Oil Level in Reservoirs

Belts are Tight

O-Rings in Place

I have thoroughly instructed the buyer on the above described equipment which review included the Operator’s
Manual content, equipment care, adjustments, safe operation and applicable warranty policy.

Date ____________________Dealer's Rep. Signature _________________________________________

PTO Shaft Guard Turns Freely

Guards Installed and Secured

All Safety Signs Installed

Reflectors and SMV Signs Clean

Review Operating and Safety Instructions

Operating Manual Supplied

The above equipment and Operator’s Manual have been received by me and I have been thoroughly instructed as to
care, adjustments, safe operation and applicable warranty policy.

Date ___________________ Owner's Signature ________________________________________

199 05042016

3 Part Form
Please Print

WHITE YELLOW PINK

WALINGA DEALER CUSTOMER

Walinga Inc.

Pneumatic Conveying System

Warranty Terms

Walinga Inc. is committed to providing a quality product that will meet or exceed your expectations for many years
to come. Our warranty terms and our warranty claim process has been designed to ensure that each warranty claim
will be resolved in an orderly, fair and timely manner.

The Warranty

Walinga Inc. (“Walinga”) warrants that all new pneumatic products sold by Walinga Inc. will be free from defects in material
and workmanship (the “Walinga Warranty”).

Warranty Period

The warranty period for the Walinga Warranty shall expire on the date that is the earlier of: two (2) years after the date of
delivery to the original customer; or upon the expiration of five hundred (500) hours of operation; whichever date comes first.

Limitations of and exclusions from the Walinga Warranty



The Walinga Warranty applies to material and workmanship only.



With respect to any component parts that are supplied or manufactured by others, the warranty coverage on such
component parts will be strictly limited to the warranties of the manufacturers of such component parts.



The Walinga Warranty shall only be for the benefit of the original purchaser of the pneumatic products.



A Walinga Warranty may be transferable by the original purchaser to a third party for the balance of the warranty
period then remaining, provided that Walinga consents in writing to such transfer of warranty.

The Walinga Warranty is conditional upon proper storage, installation, use, maintenance, operation and compliance



with any applicable recommendations of Walinga.

Warranty Claim Procedure
Should you encounter any difficulties with your unit within its warranty period, please contact your local Walinga dealer or
sales representative, your local Walinga Service department or Walinga's Warranty Department to submit a warranty claim
application.

To speak with a Walinga Warranty Coordinator, contact:



Canada 1-888-WALINGA (ext 258)

International [phone] (ext 258)
Email – [e-mail]

USA 1-800-466-1197 (ext 8)

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Email – [e-mail]

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Australia 07-4634-7344

Email – [e-mail]

Required Warranty Claim information
The following information must be provided to Walinga in order for us to properly process and consider your warranty
application:

Customer name and contact information (email if available).

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The equipment serial number and/or Vehicle Identification Number (if applicable).

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Date of claimed failure.

Equipment hours of operation.

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

Details, description and photos (upon request) of the claimed failure and the corrective repairs attempted.

Warranty Conditions



Equipment must be registered within 30 days of being received by the buyer. It will be within the sole and
unfettered discretion of Walinga as to whether it will honour its warranty on non-registered equipment.

Warranty Conditions (continued)

The buyer is responsible for promptly notifying Walinga of any defects to the equipment. The buyer is also



responsible for making the equipment available to Walinga or its authorized repair facility for evaluation and repair.



Prior to making any repairs or parts replacements, a warranty application and any estimated associated costs must
be approved with the issuance of a claim number by an authorized Walinga representative. Undertaking any work
prior to receiving warranty authorization may result in a partial or complete loss of warranty coverage.



At Walinga's discretion, warranty repairs may be authorized to be completed at a repair facility convenient to the
buyer. In such situations the estimated labour time must be approved by Walinga prior to undertaking any work.
Labour hours will be reimbursed at the facilities posted hourly labour rate.

At Walinga's request, parts in question must be returned to the nearest Walinga service facility for evaluation. In such

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situations a Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) number will be provided to the buyer. The returning shipment must
be clearly labeled with the assigned RGA number and include a copy of the RGA form. Unless otherwise arranged,
these parts are to be returned to Walinga within 30 days to ensure timely processing of your warranty claim. Failure
to return such parts may result in partial or complete loss of warranty coverage.



Replacement parts provided under warranty are covered for the remainder of the original equipment warranty period.

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Walinga reserves the right to use new, remanufactured or refurbished components when performing warranty repairs
and replacements.

Walinga is entitled to a reasonable amount of time and a reasonable number of attempts to assess the claim,



diagnose the problem, and perform any necessary repairs.

The warranty offered on used or refurbished equipment is limited to that specified on the purchase contract. Where a

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warranty period has not been stipulated on the purchase contract., and where such equipment is “used”, then such
equipment is considered by Walinga to be sold “as is, where is” without the Walinga Warranty. Where such
equipment is refurbished, then the Walinga Warranty shall apply.

Without limitation, Walinga reserves the right to reject a warranty claim or for any one or more of the following
reasons:

The warranty claim information provided is insufficient.



The product evaluation does not substantiate the claim.



The unit has been operated above and beyond its capacity or not maintained or serviced properly, resulting in



damages incurred to major components.

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If the unit was equipped with a factory installed hour meter which has been disconnected, altered or inoperative for
an extended period of time; with the result being that the equipment’s operating hours cannot be verified.



It is apparent that the operator’s manuals have not been followed.



The equipment is not registered.

Without limitation, Walinga’s Warranty does not cover:

Damage or deterioration due to lack of reasonable care or maintenance.

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Damage caused or affected by unapproved modifications to the equipment.

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Damage caused by negligence or misuse of the equipment.

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Damage caused by using the equipment for purposes for which it was not designed or intended.

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Walinga’s liability under this warranty, whether in contract or tort, is limited to the repair, replacement or adjustment of
defective materials and workmanship. In no event will Walinga be responsible for any direct, indirect, loss of time, incidental
or consequential expenses including, but not limited to, equipment rental expenses, towing, downtime, inconvenience, or any
losses resulting from the inability to use the equipment. Further, Walinga shall not be liable for any damages or
inconvenience caused by any delay in the supply or delivery of any equipment or component parts thereof.

The selling Dealer/Sales Person makes no warranty of its own and has no authority to make any representation or promise
on behalf of Walinga, or to modify the terms or limitations of the Walinga Warranty in any way.

Punitive, exemplary or multiple damages may not be recovered unless applicable law prohibits their disclaimer.

Warranty related claims may not be brought forward as a class representative, a private attorney general, a member of a
class of claimants or in any other representative capacity.

The Walinga Warranty and all questions regarding its enforceability and interpretation are governed by the law of the country,
state or province in which you purchased your Walinga equipment. The laws of some jurisdictions limit or do not allow the
disclaimer of consequential damages. If the laws of such a jurisdiction apply to any claim against Walinga, the limitations and
disclaimers contained here shall be to the greatest extent permitted by law.

Dear Customer,

Thank you for choosing WALINGA PNEUMATIC CONVEYING SYSTEMS. For your convenience, should you
require any information related to Parts, Service or Technical Engineering, please contact one of the
following Walinga Personnel in Guelph at 1-888 925-4642 unless noted

TECHNICAL - ENGINEERING:

Duane Swaving 226-979-8227 [e-mail]
Ken Swaving 519 787-8227 (ext:100) [e-mail]

WARRANTY CLAIMS:
Canada: Gary Nijenhuis (ext:258) [e-mail]
USA: Jonathan Medemblik

[phone] (ext 8) [e-mail]

SERVICE MANAGER:

Andy Nijenhuis [phone] (ext:260) [e-mail]

SALES MANAGER:
Canada: Tom Linde [phone] (ext 5) [e-mail]
USA: Peter Kingma [phone] [e-mail]

ORIGINAL PARTS SALES:
Ontario and Eastern Canada:

Jack Lodder (ext: 224) [e-mail]
Parts Department Fax: [phone]

Manitoba and Western Canada:

Chad Yeo 204-745-2951 [e-mail]

USA: John VanMiddlekoop [phone] (ext 3) [e-mail]

CORPORATE HEAD OFFICE:

5656 Highway 6N
RR#5, Guelph, Ontario,N1H 6J2
PHONE: [phone] FAX: [phone]
www.walinga.com

AGRI-VAC MANUFACTURING FACILITY:

938 Glengarry Cres., Fergus, Ontario Canada N1M 2W7
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

DISTRIBUTION AND SERVICE CENTRES:

5656 Highway 6N, Guelph, Ontario Canada, N1H 6J2
Tel: [phone] FAX: [phone]

1190 Electric Ave. Wayland , MI.USA 49348
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

70 3rd Ave. N.E. Box 1790 Carman, Manitoba Canada R0G 0J0
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

24 Molloy Street, Toowoomba, Queensland Australia 4350
Tel: [phone] [e-mail]

SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION

Always give your dealer the Serial Number of
your Walinga unit when ordering parts or
requesting service or other information.

The Serial Number plates are located where
indicated. Please mark the number in the
space provided for easy reference.

Machine Serial Number

_____________________________

Blower Serial Number

____________________________

Airlock Serial Number

____________________________

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WALINGA INC

GRAIN-VAC WARRANTY

º For Farm Use Only, The Seller warrants to the Buyer that the Equipment manufactured by
the Seller will be free from defect in material, workmanship and title for a period of one

(1) year from the date of delivery to the Buyer. This warranty is subject to the following:

a) The Seller’s obligation under said warranty shall be limited to repairing or replacing (at the Seller’s

option) EXW (ExWorks) Guelph, Ontario, Canada, any part of the Equipment which, if properly
installed, used and maintained, proves defective in material or workmanship, provided that notice
of any such defect and satisfactory proof thereof is promptly given by the Buyer to the Seller;

b) All costs of the installation or transportation pursuant to this warranty are for the account of
the Buyer;

c) The obligations set forth in this clause are conditional upon:

i. Proper storage, installation (except where installation is supervised by or performed by the

Seller), use, maintenance and compliance with any applicable recommendations of the Seller;
and,

ii. The Buyer promptly notifying the Seller of any defect and obtaining authorization prior to
proceeding with repairs, and if required, promptly making the goods available for correction;

d) In respect of any Equipment or part thereof supplied hereunder which are manufactured by

others, the Seller gives no warranty whatsoever, and the warranty given by the manufacturer,
if any, shall apply;

e) The Seller shall not be liable for any cargo loss, loss of equipment, use or any other incidental or

consequential damages resulting from any defective part or parts, the Seller’s liability and the
Buyer’s exclusive remedy being expressly limited to the replacement of defective parts as
provided herein;

f) The warranty set out within this paragraph does not apply to:

i. tires, accessories, and other items including the items, if any listed on the face hereof as
“Buyers Specified Items”, manufactured by others and the Buyer shall rely solely on the
warranty, if any, of the manufacturer of such tires, accessories and other items; nor

ii. to any equipment, otherwise subject to this warranty, which shall have been repaired,
modified or altered in any way by anyone other than the Seller or one of its duly authorized
service representatives.

g) With respect to used equipment sold hereunder, regardless of manufacture, the Seller makes no

warranty whatever, and all warranties, express or implied are hereby excluded. With respect to
such used equipment, the Buyer agrees to accept such used equipment on an “as is” basis.

WARRANTY VOID IF NOT REGISTERED

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION.................................................................................................................... 4

Warranty Registration Form & Inspection Report......................................................................................... 5

GRAIN-VAC WARRANTY............................................................................................................................ 6

TABLE OF CONTENTS............................................................................................................................... 7

1 INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................ 8

2 SAFETY ............................................................................................................................................. 9

2.1 GENERAL SAFETY......................................................................................................................... 10

2.2 OPERATING SAFETY.................................................................................................................... 11

2.4 MAINTENANCE SAFETY................................................................................................................ 13

2.5 HYDRAULIC SAFETY..................................................................................................................... 13

2.6 STORAGE SAFETY ........................................................................................................................ 13

2.7 TRANSPORT SAFETY.................................................................................................................... 14

2.8 TIRE SAFETY.................................................................................................................................. 14

2.9 SAFETY SIGNS............................................................................................................................... 14

2.10 SIGN-OFF FORM ............................................................................................................................ 15

3 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS....................................................................................................... 16

4.1 OPERATION.................................................................................................................................... 20

4.2 TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER........................................................................................ 20

4.3 MACHINE COMPONENTS*........................................................................................................... 21

4.4 BREAK-IN........................................................................................................................................ 22

4.5 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST...................................................................................................... 22

4.6 EQUIPMENT MATCHING ............................................................................................................... 23

4.7 CONTROLS..................................................................................................................................... 24

4.8 ATTACHING/UNHOOKING............................................................................................................. 25

4.9 Machine Preparation........................................................................................................................ 27

4.9 MACHINE PREPARATION ............................................................................................................. 28

4.10 OPERATING.................................................................................................................................... 30

5 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................... 40

5.1 SERVICE ......................................................................................................................................... 40

5.1.1 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS............................................................................................................ 40

5.1.2 GREASING...................................................................................................................................... 40

5.1.3 SERVICING INTERVALS................................................................................................................ 41

5.1.4 SERVICE RECORD ........................................................................................................................ 46

5.2.1 BELT TENSION AND ALIGNMENT ................................................................................................ 47

5.2.2 BLOWER OIL CHANGING AND BREATHER CLEANING............................................................. 52

5.2.3 AIRLOCK ......................................................................................................................................... 53

5.2.4 SHEAR PIN...................................................................................................................................... 55

5.2.5 AIR SYSTEM RELIEF VALVES ...................................................................................................... 56

6 TROUBLE SHOOTING .................................................................................................................... 57

6.1 MOBILE TRANSFER UNIT .............................................................................................................. 57

6.2 PTO SHAFT...................................................................................................................................... 59

6.4 BLOWER .......................................................................................................................................... 61

6.5 V-BELT DRIVE ................................................................................................................................. 62

7. MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS*.................................................................................................. 63

7.2 BOLT TORQUE ................................................................................................................................. 64

8 GRAIN-VAC EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST ADDENDUM ....................................................... 65

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1 INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your choice of a Walinga Grain-Vac to complement your farming operation. This
equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs of the discriminating buyer for the
efficient moving of grains.

Safe, efficient and trouble free operation of your Grain-Vac requires that you and anyone else who will
be operating or maintaining the machine, read and understand the Safety, Operation, Maintenance and
Trouble Shooting information contained within the Operator’s Manual.

This Manual covers Model 7614F Grain-Vac made by Walinga Inc. Differences are explained where
appropriate. Some items shown may be optional. Specifications subject to change without notice.

Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners. Call your
Walinga dealer if you need assistance, information or additional copies of the manual. Contact your
dealer for a complete listing of parts.

OPERATOR ORIENTATION – The directions left, right, front and rear, as mentioned throughout this
manual, are as seen from the driver’s seat and facing in the direction of travel using the North American
convention of driving on the right hand side of the road.

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2 SAFETY

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

This Safety Alert
symbol means

ATTENTION!

BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS

INVOLVED!

Why is SAFETY important to you?

SIGNAL WORDS:

Note the use of the signal
words DANGER, WARNING
and CAUTION with the
safety messages. The
appropriate signal word for
each message has been
selected using the following
guidelines:

3 Big Reasons : Accidents Cost

Accidents Disable and Kill
Accidents Can Be Avoided

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DANGER -

WARNING- Indicates a potentially hazardous

CAUTION - Indicates a potentially hazardous

Indicates an imminently hazardous

situation that, if not avoided will result
in death or serious injury. This signal
word limited to the most extreme
situations, typically for machine
components that, for functional
purposes, cannot be guarded.

situation that, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury, and
includes hazards that are exposed
when guards are removed. It may also
be used to alert against unsafe
practices.

situation that, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury. It may also
be used to alert against unsafe
practices.

The Safety Alert symbol identifies
important safety messages on the
Walinga Grain-Vac and in the
manual. When you see this
symbol, be alert to the possibility
of personal injury or death. Follow
the instructions in the safety
message.

SAFETY

YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of your Walinga Grain-Vac®. YOU

must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to operate, maintain or work around the Grain­Vac® be familiar with the operating and maintenance procedures and related SAFETY information
contained in this manual. This manual will take you step-by-step through your working day and alerts
you to all good safety practices that should be adhered to while operating the Grain-Vac®.

Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you but also the people
around you. Make these practices a working part of your safety program. Be certain that EVERYONE
operating this equipment is familiar with the recommended procedures and follows all the safety
precautions. Remember, most accidents can be prevented. Do not risk injury or death.

• Remember to be an efficient operator. An efficient operator is a very safe, cost efficient and
professional person.

• Grain-Vac® owners must give operating instructions to operators or employees before allowing
them to operate the equipment, and at least annually thereafter.

• The most important safety feature on this equipment is a SAFE operator. It is the operator’s
responsibility to read and understand ALL Safety and Operating instructions in the manual and to
follow these. All accidents can be avoided.

• Walinga feels that a person who has not read, understood and been trained to follow all operating
and safety instructions is not qualified to operate the equipment. An untrained operator exposes
himself and bystanders to possible serious injury or death.

• Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or
safety of the equipment and affect the life of the machine.

• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!

2.1 GENERAL SAFETY

1. Read and understand the Operators’ Manual and all safety signs before operating, maintaining,
adjusting or unplugging the Grain-Vac.

2. Only trained competent persons shall operate the Grain-Vac. An untrained operator is not
qualified to operate the machine.

3. Have a first-aid kit available for use should the need arise and know how to use it.

4. Have a fire extinguisher available for use should the need arise and know how to use it.

5. Do not allow riders.

6. Wear appropriate protective gear.
This list includes but is not limited to:

- A hard hat

- Protective shoes with slip resistant
Soles

- Protective goggles

- Heavy Gloves

- Wet weather gear

- Hearing protection

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7. Place all controls in neutral, stop the engine or disconnect all electrical power sources, set the
park brake on tractor or towing vehicle, remove the ignition key and wait for all moving parts to
stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplugging.

8. Wear appropriate hearing protection when operating for long periods of time.

9. All electrical connections should be in accordance to the National Electrical Code.

10. Ground all electrical equipment.

11. Know where overhead electrical lines are located and stay away from them. Electrocution can
occur without direct contact.

12. Review safety related items annually with all personnel who will be operating or maintaining the

Grain-Vac.

2.2 OPERATING SAFETY

1. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual and all safety signs before using.

2. Place all controls in neutral, stop the engine or disconnect all electrical power sources, set the
park brake on tractor or towing vehicle, remove the ignition key and wait for all moving parts to
stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplugging.

3. Do not operate when any guards are damaged or removed, install and secure guards before
starting.

4. Keep hands, feet, clothing and hair away from all moving and/or rotating parts.

5. Do not allow riders on the Grain-Vac® or tractor during operation or transporting.

6. Clear the area of all bystanders, especially small children, before starting.

7. Attach securely to the tractor or towing vehicle using a retainer on the drawbar pin and a safety
chain.

8. Be sure the PTO driveline guard telescopes and rotates freely on the shaft before installing.
Attach safety chains on guard to prevent guard from rotating.

9. Stay away from overhead obstructions and power lines when extending boom and during
operation and transporting. Electrocution can occur without direct contact.

10. Keep away from the unloading boom when moving, adjusting, or setting. Keep others away.

11. Clean reflectors, SMV signs and lights before transporting.

12. Wear appropriate ear protection when operating for long periods of time.

13. Do not operate with any leaks in the hydraulic system or air system.

14. Do not place intake nozzle near feet when standing on the top of the product. Do not stand on the
pile of product that is being sucked up.

15. Before applying pressure to the hydraulic system make sure all components are tight and that all
steel lines, hoses and couplings are in good condition.

16. Review safety items with all personnel annually.

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2.3 SAFETY AROUND BINS,SILOS, TANKS AND BOOT PITS

Working in and around bins, silos, and tanks and boot pits.

Grain-Vac operators and all other personnel assisting should strictly adhere to the procedures outlined
below before entering a storage structure. For additional details regarding these procedures, reference
OSHA Standards, or your local regulations. (see also Sect 4.10.1)

Entering a bin, silo, tank or other type of storage structure is
hazardous. You can suffocate and die from the materials stored
inside these structures. There also may be explosive, harmful or
poisonous gas or dust in the air.

Before entering a storage structure, a Grain-Vac operator and all other
personnel assisting should strictly adhere to safety procedures as
follows: (adapted from the

Safety, Health and Environment Committee.)

1. The machine operator(s) and all assisting personnel should be aware
of the actions they will take in the event of an emergency.

2. The machine operator(s) and all assisting personnel should be trained in the general and specific
safety hazards associated with their work tasks.

Kansas Grain and Feed Association’s

3. The machine operator(s) and all assisting personnel should be trained in the general procedures and
safety practices for entering and working in bins, silos, tanks or other storage structures, as well as the
safety procedures for handling special tasks concerning entering and working in such structures.

4. The atmosphere within a bin, silo, tank or storage structure should be tested for the presence of
combustible gases, dusts, vapors and toxic agents.

5. Ventilation should be provided until the unsafe conditions are eliminated or as long as there is a
possibility of recurrence of the unsafe conditions while the bin, silo, tank or storage structure is
occupied by personnel.

6. Anyone entering the bin, silo, tank, storage structure or boot pit, should wear an appropriate
respirator and protective clothing, as long as there is a possibility of any unsafe atmospheric
condition.

7. When entering bins, silos, tanks or storage structures from the top, personnel should wear a body
harness with lifeline, or use a boatswain’s chair.

8. An observer equipped to provide assistance and trained in rescue procedures, including notification
methods, should be stationed outside the bin, silo, tank or storage structure being entered. Visual,
voice or signal line communications should be constantly maintained between the observer and the
party in the bin, silo, tank or storage structure.

9. Equipment for rescue operations which is specifically suited for the bin, silo, tank or storage structure
being entered should be provided.

10. Do not enter bins, silos, tanks or storage structures under a bridging condition, or where a buildup
of materials could fall and bury you. It is also recommended that you do not walk or stand on grain or
other materials where the depth is greater than waist high.

11. Be aware of the extremely high suction at the intake nozzle. Stay away from nozzle intake area.

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2.4 MAINTENANCE SAFETY

1. Follow ALL the operating, maintenance and safety information in the manual.

2. Support the machine with blocks or safety stands when changing tires or working beneath.

3. Follow good shop practices:
a. - Keep service area clean and dry.
b. - Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded.
c. - Use adequate light for the job at hand.

4. Use only tools, jacks and hoists of sufficient capacity for the job.

5. Place all controls in neutral, stop the engine, disconnect all electrical power sources, set the park
brake on tractor or towing vehicle , remove the ignition key and wait for al moving parts to stop
before servicing., adjusting, repairing or unplugging.

6. Make sure all guards are in place and properly secured when maintenance work is completed.

7. Before applying pressure to a hydraulic system, make sure all lines, fittings and couplers are in
good condition.

8. Relieve pressure from hydraulic circuit before servicing or disconnecting from tractor.

9. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from all moving and/or rotating parts.

10. Place hydraulic controls in neutral and stop the engine before working on Grain-Vacs.

11. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children, when carrying out any maintenance and

repairs or making any adjustments.

2.5 HYDRAULIC SAFETY

1. Make sure that all components in the hydraulic system are kept in good condition and are clean.

2. Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened or kinked hoses or metal lines immediately.

3. Relieve pressure before working on hydraulic system.

4. Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the hydraulic fittings or hoses by using tape, clamps

or cements. The hydraulic system operates under extremely high-pressure. Such repairs will fail

suddenly and create a hazardous and unsafe condition.

5. Wear proper hand and eye protection when searching for a high pressure

hydraulic leak. Use a piece of wood or cardboard as a backstop instead
of hands to isolate and identify a leak.

6. If injured by a concentrated high-pressure stream of hydraulic fluid,

seek medical attention immediately. Serious infection or toxic
reaction can develop from hydraulic fluid piercing the skin surface.

7. Before applying pressure to the system, make sure all components are tight and that lines,

hoses and couplings are not damaged.

2.6 STORAGE SAFETY

1. Store unit in an area away from human activity.

2. Do not permit children to play on or around the stored machine.

3. Store the unit in a dry, level area. Support the base with planks if required.

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2.7 TRANSPORT SAFETY

Refer to Section 4.11 TRANSPORTING - Towing (page 43) for detailed

information and regulations.

1. Make sure you are in compliance with all local regulations regarding transporting equipment on

public roads and highways.

2. Make sure that all the lights and reflectors that are required by local highway and transport

authorities are in place, are clean and can be seen clearly by all overtaking and oncoming traffic.

3. Make sure the discharge boom is placed in the transport position and resting in the boom saddle.

4. Attach securely to the towing vehicle using a retainer on the drawbar pin and a safety chain.

5. Do not allow anyone to ride on the Grain-Vac® or towing vehicle during transport.

6. Reduce speed on rough roads and surfaces.

7. Stay away from overhead obstructions and power lines. Electrocution can occur without direct

contact.

8. Always use hazard warning flashers on towing vehicle when transporting unless prohibited by

law.

9. Add extra lights or use pilot vehicles when transporting during times of limited visibility or as

required by local regulations.

Use ANSI/ASAE S279.17 July,2013 as a minimum standard for Lighting and Marking of

Agricultural Equipment on Highways whether towing the Grain-Vac during daytime or nighttime.

2.8 TIRE SAFETY

1. Failure to follow proper procedures when mounting a tire on a wheel or rim can produce an

explosion which may result in serious injury or death.

2. Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have the proper equipment and experience to do the job.

3. Have a qualified tire dealer or repair service perform required tire maintenance.

4. Ensure that the tires are kept inflated to the proper pressure.

2.9 SAFETY SIGNS

1. Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times.

2. Replace safety signs that are missing or have become illegible.

3. Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign should also display the current sign.

4. Safety signs are available from your Distributor or the factory.

How to Install Safety Signs

• Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry.

• Be sure temperature is above 50°F (10°C).

• Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper.

• Remove the smallest portion of the split backing paper.

• Align the sign over the specified area and carefully press the small portion with the exposed sticky

backing in place.

• Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefully smooth the remaining portion of the sign in

place.

• Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out using the piece of sign backing paper.

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2.10 SIGN-OFF FORM

Walinga Inc. follows the general Safety Standards specified by the American Society of Agricultural
Engineers (ASAE) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Anyone who will
be operating and/or maintaining the Grain-Vac must read and clearly understand ALL Safety,
Operating and Maintenance information presented in this manual.

Do not operate or allow anyone else to operate this equipment until such information has been
reviewed. Annually review this information with personnel.

Make these periodic reviews of SAFETY and OPERATION a standard practice for all of your
equipment. We feel that an untrained operator is unqualified to operate this machine.

A sign-off sheet is provided for your record keeping to show that all personnel who will be working
with the equipment have read and understand the information in the Operator’s Manual and have
been instructed in the operation of the equipment.

SIGN-OFF FORM

DATE EMPLOYEE’S NAME EMPLOYER’S SIGNATURE

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3 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS

The types and locations of some of the safety decals on the equipment, are shown on the next pages.
Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety decals, the type of warning
and the area, or particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS.

• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!

Fig. 3-1 Typical Decals (Front Driverside)

Fig. 3-2 Typical Decals Rear Side Of Belt Cover.

REMEMBER - If safety decals have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts are replaced
without decals, new signs must be applied. New decals are available from your authorized dealer or
factory direct.

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3 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS (CONT’D)

A **

B

C D

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3 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS

Fig. 3-3 Typical Decals On Receiver Tank

E

G

F

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3 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS (CONT’D)

H

J

Fig. 3-4 Intake Nozzle Decal (Typical).

Fig. 3-5 Decal (With Belt Cover Removed.)

The types and locations of some of the safety decals on the equipment are shown on the preceding
pages. Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the safety decals, the type of warning and
the area, or particular function related to that area, which requires your SAFETY AWARENESS.

•

Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!

REMEMBER - If safety decals have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts are replaced
without decals, new decals must be applied. New decals are available from your authorized dealer or
factory direct.

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