Grain Systems Custom, Utility and Bulk Tank Augers PNEG-1445 - Manual (Page 52)

52 PNEG-1445 6", 8", 10" and 12" Custom Augers
10. Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Solution
The auger is vibrating. 1. Damage can occur to the auger flighting,
causing noise. Damage usually is caused
from foreign material being run through
the auger.
1. It may be necessary to remove the flighting
for inspection.
2. Drive belt may be overtightened, putting
head stub and flight in a bind.
2. Loosen the drive belts.
Capacity is too low. 1. There may not be enough grain reaching
the auger. 1. Make sure the intake has not bridged
over, restricting flow. The flighting at the
intake should be covered with grain for
maximum capacity.
2. The auger is moving too slowly. 2. Check the auger speed. Low capacity
will result from speeds slower
than recommended.
The auger plugs. 1. The auger may be “jamming” because too
much grain is reaching the auger.
1. Use the control gates to decrease the
amount of grain the auger is gathering.
2. The grain may be wet. 2. If wet grain or other hard-to-move material is
being augured, use a larger size motor than
recommended for normal use.
3. The auger may be jammed with
foreign material.
3. Remove any foreign material in the auger.
4. The motor may be to small or
wired incorrectly.
4. Check wiring or consider using the next
larger size motor.