Grain Systems Unload Augers PNEG-1421 - Manual (Page 47)

PNEG-1421 Direct Gear Drive Bin Sweep Auger (with Roller Wells) 47
8. Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Solution
The auger is vibrating.
The drive belt may be too tight, binding
the head stub and flight. Damage can
occur to the auger flighting, causing
noise. Damage usually is caused from
foreign material being run through
the auger. Adjust the drive belt to the proper tightness.
It may be necessary to remove the flighting
for inspection.
Capacity is too low.
There may not be enough grain reaching
the auger.
Make sure the intake has not bridged
over, restricting flow. The flighting at the
intake should be covered with grain for
maximum capacity.
The auger is moving too slowly.
Check the auger speed. Low capacity will result
from speeds slower than recommended.
The auger plugs.
The auger may be “jamming” because too
much grain is reaching the auger. Decrease the amount of grain the auger
is gathering.
The motor may be too small or
wired improperly. If the motor is a newer light weight aluminum
type, the next larger size may be desirable.
The grain may be wet.
If wet grain or other hard-to-move material is
being augered, use a larger size motor than
recommended for normal use.
The auger may be jammed with
foreign material.
Remove any foreign material in the auger.
The discharge end may be plugged.
Unplug any plugs at the discharge end of
the auger.
The sweep flight and shield
are no longer moving.
Too much drag.
Check the clearance between the shield and the
bin floor. Make sure there is room for the auger to
move. Adjusting the shield may be necessary.
Worn sweep wheel.
The sweep wheel wears down over time.
Replace the wheel.
Unconditioned grain.
Moisture and/or insects can cause the grain to
harden or “Cake-up”. Disconnect and lock out
the power to the auger before going into the
bin to correct this problem or to address any
other problem.