Wheatheart Galvanized Utility Auger - Manual (Page 22)

4. O PERATION & M AINTENANCE W HEATHEART - G RAIN A UGERS
4.3. O PERATION P ROCEDURE U TILITY
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Note: For safety, clear the 20’ hazard zone around the work site.
3. Start electric motor and feed grain immediately.
Important: When starting auger for the first time, be prepared for an emergency shutdown in
case of excessive vibration or noise. Note that the auger may run rough until
tube is polished.
4. Upon completion of initial run, shut down auger. See “Shutdown” on page 23.
5. Lock out motor and conduct a complete inspection of auger following the
checklist in Section 4.1.
4.3.2. O
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1. When operating the auger, always work with a second person in a position to
monitor the operation and initiate a shutdown in case of emergency.
2. Monitor the auger during operation for abnormal noises or vibrations.
3. Shut off all power before making adjustments, servicing, or clearing the
machine.
CAUTION
Maintain a hazard zone of 20’ around the work
site. Do not start auger until area is clear of all
untrained personnel.
DANGER
Rotating Flighting Hazard!
To prevent death or serious injury:
• Keep away from rotating auger flighting.
• Do not remove or modify auger flighting
guards, doors, or covers. Keep in good
working order. Have replaced if damaged.
• Do not operate the auger without all
guards, doors, and covers in place.
• Never touch the auger flighting. Use a
stick or other tool to remove an obstruc-
tion or clean out.
• Shut off and lock out power to adjust,
service, or clean.