Wheatheart Swing Away Flex Auger - Manual (Page 21)

W HEATHEART - SA F LEX A UGER 3. A SSEMBLY
71’ - 111’ 3.1. T UBES & F LIGHTING
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3. Assembly
Before beginning assembly, familiarize yourself with all the sub-assemblies and
hardware for the auger. Have all parts on hand and arrange them for easy
access. Carry out assembly in a large, open area with a level surface.
Important: Always have 2 or more people assembling the equipment. Because of the
weight, do not attempt assembly alone.
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Augers are available in various combinations. In most cases, the following
instructions will apply to all augers. Where the assembly information varies,
additional instructions will be included, indicated by an arrow.
Before assembling, please check with the customer if they prefer the swing
auger on the right or left side of the auger.
3.1. TUBES & FLIGHTING
Note: When assembling more than 2 sections, start from spout end and work towards
hopper.
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1. Position tube sections. Align tube sections on a flat surface or on a series of
benches. See Figure 3.17 for the 71’, 81’ and 91’ and Figure 3.18 for the
111’.
• The 71’ has 4 tubes; from spout: 240” (6.10 m), 120” (3.05 m), 240” (6.10 m)
and 88” (2.24 m) long.
• The 81’ has 4 tubes; from spout: 240” (6.10 m), 240” (6.10 m), 240” (6.10 m)
and 88” (2.24 m) long.
• The 91’ has 5 tubes; from spout: 240” (6.10 m), 120” (3.05 m), 240” (6.10 m),
240” (6.10 m) and 88” (2.24 m) long.
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2. 111’ Only: To attach lift cylinders, rotate appropriate tube so track is facing
upward as shown in Figure 3.1.
a. Attach the lift cylinders to the attach brackets as shown in Figure 3.1 using
7/16” x1-1/4” bolts and locknuts.
• outside tabs—use regular bolts.
• inside tabs – use bolts with extension rods welded to head.
WARNING Before continuing, ensure you have read and understand the relevant information
in the safety section. Safety information is provided to help prevent serious injury, death, or
property damage.
WARNING
After positioning tube sections, block them to
prevent rolling or dropping. Damage to
equipment or personal injury will result.