Instruction Manual

WHEATHEART - GRAIN AUGERS 7. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

X160-85, X160-105, X160-125

30875 R0 131

7.3.7. HOPPER CHAIN DRIVE SERVICING

1. Remove chain cover plate from the hopper.

2. Check chain slack at the midpoint of the longest span. It should be no more

than 1/4” (6 mm).

Note: The Hopper has 2 chains, 1 for each flighting.

3. Adjust the chain slack: loosen the 2 bolts of the flighting bearing on the side

that needs adjustment and set the chain slack (see Figure 7.5).

If the chain can’t be tightened enough, remove a link from the chain. If the chain

will not fit with one link removed, add a half link to the chain and replace.

Figure 7.5 Hopper Chain Drive

If the chain can’t be tightened enough, remove a link from the chain. If the chain

will not fit with one link removed, add a half link to the chain and replace.

4. Lightly oil the chain.

DANGER

Rotating parts hazard:

• Fingers, hands, feet, hair, clothing, and

accessories can become caught or drawn

into the pinch point.

• Shut off and disable power source before

adjusting or servicing.

• DO NOT operate with guards removed or

modified.

• Keep away from rotating parts.

• Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.

• DO NOT wear loose-fitting clothing or

items that could become caught.

NOTICE

Improper adjustment of chain will result in

premature wear.

Note: