Grain Systems PNEG-707GSI - Manual (Page 139)

PNEG-707 12', 18', 24' and 30' GSI Commercial Tower Dryer 139
12. Slide Gates
See Orientation Section on Page 19 for dryer dimensions, components, wall sheet guidelines, etc.
See Appendix A on Page 435 for tools and equipment, Appendix B on Page 437 for hardware, etc.
Slide Gates (For Grain Turner Clean Out)
(See Figure 12A to Figure 12D.)
NOTE: After outside clean out wall sheets with cut outs for slide gates are installed to dryer, install
clean out slide gates.
1. Work from outside dryer. Bolt slide gate frame (with open end up), to each cut out in outside clean
out wall sheets.
Use 5/16" x 3/4" stainless steel whiz lock bolts, nuts and washers under frame. (Silicone all
around frame.)
NOTE: Install 5/16" x 3/4" truss head bolt (inserted into grain column) in bolt holes directly above
slide gates. This allows insertion of slide gate plates.
2. Insert slide gate plate in each slide gate frame.
Figure 12A
NOTE: Use same slide gate parts for grain turner clean out and for emergency grain discharge at
base of dryer.
Important Safety Precautions:
Dryer has sharp edges. These sharp edges may cause serious injury. Use
appropriate personal protective equipment. Use proper lifting techniques.
A
B
A. Slide gate plate
B. Slide gate frame