Wheatheart Portable Drive Over Pit - Manual (Page 21)

W HEATHEART - P ORTABLE D RIVE O VER P IT 5. O PERATION
10" & 13" 5.1. D ESCRIPTION O F T HE E QUIPMENT
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5. Operation
5.1. DESCRIPTION OF THE EQUIPMENT
The Wheatheart Portable Pit is a drive-over transfer auger designed to efficiently
handle grain, pulse crops, or other granular materials. The four independent
ramps and the center frame are built strong and offer a low 7” profile to handle
the most challenging drive-over loads. The large center-dump hopper and side-
dump hopper allow you to unload from a variety of vehicles with ease.
The drive over transfer auger is available with a 10” or 13” discharge, where the
10” Portable Pit is fed by two 6” hopper augers and the 13” Portable Pit is fed by
three 6” hopper augers. The Pit is powered by either a hydraulic or electric motor.
Wheatheart has incorporated time saving features into the Portable Pit to allow
you to spend more time operating and less time setting up. The standard spring
assisted ramp lifts and the hydraulic powered transport wheel lift make setting up
the Portable Pit a quick and simple operation.
Many features incorporated into this machine are the result of suggestions made
by customers like you. Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate the
machine safely and how to adjust it to provide maximum efficiency. By following
the operating instructions in conjunction with a good maintenance program, your
Portable Pit will provide many years of trouble-free service.
5.1.1. E
QUIPMENT
M
ATCHING
To ensure safe and reliable operation of your Wheatheart Portable Pit, it is
necessary to equip your machine with a power source of appropriate specifica-
tions. As a guideline, ensure that these requirements are met:
H
YDRAULIC
S
YSTEM
R
EQUIREMENTS
• In order to operate the hydraulic drive motor and the wheel pivot system,
the tractor hydraulic system must be capable of 14 gpm (53 L/min) at
1500 psi (10,500 kPa) for the 10” Portable Pit, and 14 gpm (53 L/min) at
2000 psi (13,800 kPa) for the 13” Portable Pit. All hoses should be pro-
tected and secured during operation.
E
LECTRICAL
S
YSTEM
R
EQUIREMENTS
• A minimum 7.5 hp electric motor (1725-1740 rpm) is required to power the
10” Portable Pit, and a minimum 14 hp electric motor (1725-1740 rpm) is
required to power the 13” Portable Pit. Ensure the power source has ade-
quate amperage at the proper voltage. Have a licensed electrician provide
power and install weatherproof control switches in a safe and convenient
location for the operator. All power cords should be protected and secured
during operation.
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.