J&M GC-24T Manual - Manual (Page 14)

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ADJUSTING THE UPPER AUGER FLIGHTING
WARNING
MAKE SURE ALL POWER IS SHUT OFF BEFORE ADJUSTING THE FLIGHTING ASSEMBLY
If the upper and lower augers to do not properly separate during the unfolding sequence, the upper flighting may
need adjusting. Before making adjustment to the upper flighting, check to see if the lugs and drive dogs on the auger
assemblies are locking together. If they are not locked together, check to see if dirt is in the restrictor or if a faulty check
valve on the hydraulic cylinder used to raise and lower the upper auger assembly may be causing the problem. If dirt is in
the restrictor, see “Removing Dirt From Restrictors On Hydraulic Cylinders” below.
Fold the upper tube assembly into the upright position. Position the upper flighting in the engaged position with the lower
flighting. Locate the four-hole flange bearing on the top of the upper auger tube housing. With the upper flighting in the
engaged position, check the spacing between the upper bearing and the upper tube housing. There must be an 1/8”
(0,32cm) space between the base of the four-hole flange bearing and the upper tube housing. If there is NOT a space
between the bearing and the upper tube housing, or if there is more than 1/8” (0,32cm) space, the upper flighting will
need to be adjusted. To adjust the upper flighting, loosen the 1 1/4” hex nuts both above and below the four-hole flange
bearing. Move the 1 1/4” hex nuts up or down the threaded shaft on the top of the auger flighting shaft until the bearing
moves to approximately 1/8” (0,32cm) above the base of the upper tube housing. When the four-hole flange bearing is
properly located, tighten both 1 1/4” hex nuts together to secure the bearing position.
If the upper and lower flighting still does not separate properly during the folding sequence, a small bevel may need to be
removed from the inside of the lugs where they engage the drive dogs on the auger assemblies. Grind approximately 1/8”
(0,32cm) from the corner of the lugs where they touch against the drive dogs.
REMOVING DIRT FROM THE RESTRICTORS ON THE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER
WARNING
MAKE SURE THAT ALL POWER IS SHUT OFF AND THE UPPER AUGER TUBE IS IN THE DOWN POSITION
BEFORE REMOVING THE RESTRICTORS
Remove restrictors from the 90 degree street elbow on the hydraulic cylinder. Remove dirt from the fitting to allow
hydraulic oil to flow through the restrictor. Reattach the restrictor to the street elbow. Use teflon sealant tape or
equipvalent on the threads of the restrictor before reattaching.
If the restrictor continues to plug with dirt, replace the restrictor or filter the hydraulic oil in your system.
STORAGE PREPARATION
IMPORTANT: When the grain cart is not going to be used for a period of time, store the cart in a dry, protected place.
Leaving your grain cart outside, open to the weather will shorten it’s life.
Follow the procedure below when your grain cart is placed in storage for periods up to six months.
1. Cover electronic monitor (if equipped) with plastic before washing the grain cart. Wash or clean and completely
lubricate the grain cart. See the lubrication service section in this manual.
2. Remove all grain from inside the grain tank, auger tube assemblies, and at the clean-out door.
3. Check the gearbox oil and replace with new EP 80-90 gearbox lubricant or equivalent if necessary.
4. Touch up areas where paint may have worn away. Use a good quality primer paint, especially before re-applying
graphite paint to the interior slopes of the grain tank.
5. Retract all hydraulic cylinders to prevent the piston rods from rusting.
6. If the grain cart is equipped with an electronic weigh system, fully charge the battery to prevent freezing. Disconnect
the negative (-) ground cable at the battery to prevent possible discharge.
7. Clean the tires before storage. Inflate the tires at regular intervals.
8. Open the clean-out door at the base of the grain tank.
9. Loosen the Slip Clutch Tension Bolts.
REMOVING FROM STORAGE
• Check the gearbox to make sure it has the appropriate amount of oil.
• If equipped with an electronic scale system, check the battery and make sure that it is fully charged. Reconnect the
negative (-) cable.
• Inflate the tires to the correct operating pressure.
• Close the clean out door at the base of the grain tank.
• Make sure all safety shields are in the proper position.
• Tighten the Slip Clutch Bolts on the PTO until the spring length is 1.27 inches (3,23cm).