Wheatheart X160 Series - Manual (Page 103)

W HEATHEART - G RAIN A UGERS 4. T RANSPORT
X160-85, X160-105, X160-125
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4. Transport
This auger is designed to be transported and operated without unhitching unit
from tractor.
Note:
When transporting the auger, be sure to use the provided safety chain to lock the
swing hopper to the bracket. Since the power swing adds more weight to the
swing hopper, extra caution is needed when transporting your auger.
Note:
Hopper must be in transport position when lowering, raising, or moving auger.
Important:
The INTAKE FEED side of swing hopper must face main auger when in the
transport position.
Important:
Do not operate auger with hopper in transport position. This will damage the u-
joint.
4.1. TRANSPORT POSITION
1. Place auger in full down position.
• Disconnect PTO driveline from tractor.
• Seat roller track shoe against the upper track stop with slight tension on
the lift cable.
2. Fully retract wheel axles. Jack up each wheel in turn, and secure axles with
axle pin and snap pin. See Figure 4.1 for jack lug and axle pin locations.
3. Connect the auger hitch to a compatible clevis hitch on the transporting
vehicle (e.g tractor) using a suitable hitch pin.
4. Connect the safety chain between the auger hitch and transporting vehicle
hitch, and ensure that the connection is secure.
5. Using the jack to support the boot and take pressure off of the hitch adjust,
place hitch adjust in transport position by moving the hitch adjust pin to the
second adjustment hole from the top (See Figure 4.2).
6. When the hitch adjustment is complete, move the jack into storage position.
7. Raise intake feed hopper into transport position and secure with saddle pin
and hairpin.
Note:
Do not operate auger with intake hopper in transport position. This will damage
the u-joint.
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.
CAUTION
Always tow auger in the lowered position.
Disconnect PTO driveline from tractor for
transport and placement.