Wheatheart Swing Away Flex Auger - Manual (Page 13)

W HEATHEART - SA F LEX A UGER 2. S AFETY
71’ - 111’ 2.7. M AINTENANCE S AFETY
30651 R5 13
• Not intended for transport on public roads. If auger must be moved, check
local length and width regulations. Be careful when turning corners. Watch for
low overhead objects. Retract axles before transporting unit.
Important: The Flex Auger exceeds hitch weight capacity for most trucks and must be towed
with appropriate equipment. A tractor is recommended. Refer to the Specifica-
tions Section in the Appendix for details on the weight of this machine. Check
with your local dealer if you are unsure of your towing capacity.
2.7. MAINTENANCE SAFETY
• Shut down and lock out all power before attempting maintenance of any kind.
If applicable, disconnect PTO driveline from tractor or hydraulic hoses on
units with hydraulic drive hoppers.
• After maintenance is complete, replace and secure all safety guards and
safety devices, and if applicable, service doors and cleanout covers.
• Support auger tube before attempting maintenance on the undercarriage
assembly. Auger should be in full down position for maintenance.
• Use only genuine Wheatheart replacement parts or equivalent. Replacement
parts such as intake guards, pulley guards, PTO driveline shields, winches,
and lift cables must meet ASABE standards or serious injury may result. Use
of unauthorized parts will void warranty. If in doubt, contact Wheatheart or
your Wheatheart dealer.
• Do not modify any auger components without authorization from Wheatheart.
Modification can be dangerous and result in serious injuries.
2.8. SAFETY DECALS
• Keep safety decals clean and legible at all times.
• Replace safety decals that are missing or have become illegible. See decal
location figures that follow.
• Replaced parts must display the same decal(s) as the original part.
• Safety decals are available from your distributor, dealer, or factory.
2.8.1. Decal Installation
1. Decal area must be clean and dry, with a temperature above 50°F (10°C).
2. Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper.
3. Align
the decal over the specified area and carefully press the small portion
with the exposed sticky backing in place.
4. Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefully smooth the remaining
portion of the decal in place.
5. Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out using the sign
backing paper.