Instruction Manual

WHEATHEART - GRAIN AUGER EMD 2. SAFETY FIRST
GHR 80 X 31’-71’ & 100 X 31’-71’ 2.4. ELECTRIC MOTOR SAFETY
30642 R0 11
2.4. ELECTRIC MOTOR SAFETY
• Inspect the drive belts before using auger. Replace if frayed or damaged.
• Do not grab or touch drive belts during operation for any reason.
• Remember to ground electric motor before using auger.
2.5. TRANSPORT & PLACEMENT SAFETY
• Transport auger in full down position with
slight tension on cable.
• Properly place hitch pin and securely attach
safety chain. Use a type of hitch pin that will
not allow auger to separate from towing vehi-
cle.
• Always attach an SMV (slow moving vehicle)
sign before transporting auger. Equip the
auger with the necessary lights for transpor-
tation where required by law. Always use
hazard warning flashers on the tractor/towing
vehicle when transporting unless prohibited
by law.
• Always travel at a safe speed, never exceed-
ing 15 mph (24 km/hr). Reduce speed on
rough surfaces and be cautious when turning
corners or meeting traffic.
• Before raising/lowering/moving the auger,
make sure the area around the auger is clear
of obstructions and/or untrained personnel.
Never allow anyone to stand on or beneath
auger while transporting or placing auger.
• Do not transport auger on slopes greater
than 20°.
• Wheels must be free to move when raising or
lowering auger.
• Never attempt to move auger manually. To do
so will result in serious injury.
• When lowering the auger the track shoe may become stuck; if this happens,
do not continue to turn the winch handle counter-clockwise because it will dis-
engage the brake mechanism and create an unsafe condition. Too much
slack in the cable may also cause the auger to drop suddenly.
• The winch must make a clicking sound when raising auger. If clicking sound
stops, retain grip on handle, lower auger fully and repair winch.
• After lowering auger, turn handle clockwise two clicks to lock winch brake.
• Always keep a minimum of three cable wraps on the winch drum.
• The winch is designed for manual operation only.
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