Grain Systems Bucket Elevtors, Conveyors, Series II Sweeps PNEG-1056 - Manual (Page 20)

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Cover
Rope or silicone caulk should be used on all surfaces where the trough covers splices come in
contact with the trough covers. Bolt all of the trough cover panels in place using 3/8” bolts and
3/8” whiz nuts. Leave the end bolt holes open on each trough cover for the installation of the
cover splices. Install the cover splices over the gaps in the trough covers using 3/8” bolts and
3/8” whiz nuts.
Inlet Assembly
Inlets mounted too close to the tail chain sprockets will allow grain to come in contact with the
sprocket and chain pinch. This may cause excessive damage to any grain being conveyed. The
minimum distance from the tail splice joint to the nearest edge of the inlet assembly should be
equal to the inlet opening plus 2 inches (A + 2” in Figure 2).
The angle iron guard in the middle of the inlet assembly should be in position to divert flowing
grain from the chain links.
When the proper position for the inlet is determined, a full conveyor width opening should be
cut into the conveyor cover. Another opening should be cut in the center pan. The opening
should start at the edge of the inlet and extend a distance of twice the inlet opening, towards the
tail. The width of the opening should be determined by starting the opening a distance of 1 ¼”
from inside edge of conveyor. (See Figure 2)
Using the inlet assembly provided, drill 7/16” holes in the top flange of the conveyor trough
sides.
Fasten the inlet assembly in place using 3/8” bolts and 3/8” whiz nuts.
Use the same caulking material for the inlet assemblies that was used for the trough cover
panels.
Figure 2