Wheatheart Transfer Auger - Manual (Page 36)

6. M AINTENANCE W HEATHEART M ANUFACTURING - T RANSFER A UGER
6.2. M AINTENANCE P ROCEDURES 8”, 10”, & 13”
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6.2.2. G
REASE
M
ACHINE
Important: Original equipment bearings used by Wheatheart are sealed units and will not
accept grease.
1. Lock out all power.
2. Grease points on the machine are shown by arrows in Figure 6.2.
3. Use the grease recommended in Section 6.0.1.
4. Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before greasing to avoid injecting dirt
and grit.
5. If a fitting will not take grease, remove and clean thoroughly. Also clean
lubricant passageway. Replace fitting if necessary.
6. Replace and repair broken fittings immediately.
Figure 6.2
6.2.3. C
LEAN
M
ACHINE
1. Lock out all power.
2. Clean out excess grain from auger tube and intake.
3. Make sure nothing is obstructing the auger intake so water can run out.
4. Wash the tube with a water hose or pressure washer until all dirt, mud, debris,
or residue is washed from the auger.
5. Provide sufficient time for the water to drain from the auger.