AGI Batco BCX21544 User manual

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Part Number: P1512182 R0
Revised: August 2019
Field Loader Top Drive
Portable Grain Belt Conveyor
Assembly Manual
This manual applies to:
Batco BCX21544
PTO Top Drive
Original Instructions

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CONTENTS
1. Safety....................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words...................................................................................... 5
1.2 General Product Safety ............................................................................................................. 5
1.3 Moving Conveyor Belt Safety.................................................................................................... 6
1.4 Rotating Parts Safety................................................................................................................. 6
1.5 Drives and Lockout Safety......................................................................................................... 6
1.5.1 Electric Motor Safety.................................................................................................. 7
1.5.2 Hydraulic Power Safety .............................................................................................. 8
1.6 Tire Safety.................................................................................................................................. 9
1.7 Hand Winch Safety.................................................................................................................... 9
1.8 Personal Protective Equipment............................................................................................... 10
1.9 Safety Equipment .................................................................................................................... 10
1.10 Safety Decals ......................................................................................................................... 11
1.10.1 Decal Installation/Replacement............................................................................. 11
1.10.2 Safety Decal Locations and Details ........................................................................ 11
2. Features................................................................................................................................................. 19
3. Assembly ............................................................................................................................................... 20
3.1 Assembly Safety ...................................................................................................................... 20
3.2 Check Shipment....................................................................................................................... 20
3.3 Required Tools......................................................................................................................... 21
3.4 Before You Begin..................................................................................................................... 21
3.5 Hydraulic Fittings and Bolt Tightening .................................................................................... 21
3.6 Component Locations ............................................................................................................. 22
3.7 Assemble the Tube Sections ................................................................................................... 22
3.8 Brand and Model Decal Placement ........................................................................................ 25
3.9 Serial Number Decal Placement ............................................................................................. 27
3.10 Install the Spout Roller.......................................................................................................... 27
3.11 Install the Hand Winch.......................................................................................................... 28
3.12 Install the Frame Slider ......................................................................................................... 29
3.13 Drive Assemblies ................................................................................................................... 30
3.13.1 Assemble the Top Drive ......................................................................................... 30
3.13.2 Assemble and Install the Shaft............................................................................... 32
Assemble the Driveshaft ................................................................................................... 33
Install the Driveshaft onto the Tube ................................................................................. 39
3.13.3 Install the PTO and Lower Gearbox Guards........................................................... 41
3.14 Assemble the Weather Guard............................................................................................... 45
3.15 Install the Hopper Latch Hardware....................................................................................... 49
3.16 Install the Belt ....................................................................................................................... 50
3.17 Attach the Hopper Underside Covers ................................................................................... 55
3.18 Install the Top Drive Pinch Mount ........................................................................................ 56
3.19 Install the Weather Guard Mount Bars ................................................................................ 58
3.20 Install the Collapsible Hopper Cloth ..................................................................................... 60
3.21 Install the Collapsible Hopper Cloth Controls....................................................................... 66
3.22 Attach the Angle Indicator .................................................................................................... 68
3.23 Attach the Hitch .................................................................................................................... 69
3.24 Install the Spout Hood........................................................................................................... 70
3.25 Install the Wheels.................................................................................................................. 71

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3.26 Assemble the A-Frame .......................................................................................................... 72
3.27 Install the Tube Lift Cable ..................................................................................................... 74
3.28 Align the Winch ..................................................................................................................... 75
3.29 Install the Shaft Guard .......................................................................................................... 76
3.30 Install the Manual Container ................................................................................................ 76
3.31 Attach the Jack ...................................................................................................................... 78
4. Specifications ........................................................................................................................................ 79
5. Appendix ............................................................................................................................................... 80
5.1 Bolt Torque.............................................................................................................................. 80
5.2 Fittings Torque Values............................................................................................................. 81

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1. Safety
1.1. Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words
This safety alert symbol indicates important safety messages in this manual. When you see
this symbol, be alert to the possibility of injury or death, carefully read the message that
follows, and inform others.
Signal Words: Note the use of the signal words DANGER,WARNING,CAUTION, and NOTICE with the safety
messages. The appropriate signal word for each message has been selected using the definitions below as a
guideline.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or
death.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
1.2. General Product Safety
YOU are responsible for the SAFE use and maintenance of your conveyor. YOU must ensure that you and
anyone else who is going to work around the conveyor understands all procedures and related SAFETY
information contained in this manual.
Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you, but also the people around
you. Make these practices a working part of your safety program. All accidents can be avoided.
• It is the conveyor owner, operator, and maintenance personnel's responsibility to
read and understand ALL safety instructions, safety decals, and manuals and follow
them when operating or maintaining the equipment.
• Owners must give instructions and review the information initially and annually with all personnel before
allowing them in the work area. Untrained users/operators expose themselves and bystanders to possible
serious injury or death.
• Use the conveyor for its intended purposes only.
• Do not modify the conveyor in any way without written permission from the manufacturer. Unauthorized
modification may impair the function and/or safety, and could affect the life of the conveyor. Any
unauthorized modification will void the warranty.
• Follow a health and safety program for your worksite. Contact your local occupational health and safety
organization for information.
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1.3. Moving Conveyor Belt Safety
• DO NOT step on or touch moving conveyor belt.
• Shut off and lock out power to adjust, service, or clean.
1.4. Rotating Parts Safety
• Keep body, hair, and clothing away from rotating pulleys,
belts, chains, and sprockets.
• Do not operate with any guard removed or modified. Keep
guards in good working order.
• Shut off and remove key or lock out power source before
inspecting or servicing machine.
1.5. Drives and Lockout Safety
Inspect the power source(s) before using and know how to shut down in an emergency.
Whenever you service or adjust your equipment, make sure you shut down the power
source and unplug or remove the key (as applicable) to prevent inadvertent start-up and
hazardous energy release. Know the procedure(s) that applies to your equipment from the
following power source(s). Ensure that all personnel are clear before turning on power to
equipment.
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1.5.1 Electric Motor Safety
Power Source
• Electric motors and controls shall be installed and serviced by
a qualified electrician and must meet all local codes and
standards.
• A magnetic starter should be used to protect your motor.
• You must have a manual reset button.
• Reset and motor starting controls must be located so that the
operator has full view of the entire operation.
• Locate main power disconnect switch within reach from
ground level to permit ready access in case of an emergency.
• Motor must be properly grounded.
• Guards must be in place and secure.
• Ensure electrical wiring and cords remain in good condition;
replace if necessary.
• Use a totally enclosed electric motor if operating in
extremely dusty conditions.
SERVICE DISCONNECT
ON
OFF
Lockout
• The main power disconnect switch should be in the locked position during shutdown or
whenever maintenance is performed.
• If reset is required, disconnect all power before resetting motor.
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1.5.2 Hydraulic Power Safety
Power Source
• Refer to the rules and regulations applicable to the power
source operating your hydraulic drive.
• Do not connect or disconnect hydraulic lines while system is
under pressure.
• Keep all hydraulic lines away from moving parts and pinch
points.
• Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure will cause serious
injury if it penetrates the skin surface (serious infection or
toxic reaction can develop). See a doctor immediately if
injured.
• Use metal or wood as a backstop when searching for
hydraulic leaks and wear proper hand and eye protection.
• Check all hydraulic components are tight and in good
condition. Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened, or
crimped hoses.
• Clean the connections before connecting to equipment.
• Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the hydraulic fittings
or hoses with tape, clamps, or adhesive. The hydraulic
system operates under extremely high pressure; such repairs
will fail suddenly and create a hazardous and unsafe
condition.
Lockout
• Always place all hydraulic controls in neutral and relieve
system pressure before disconnecting or working on
hydraulic system.
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1.6. Tire Safety
Failure to follow proper procedures when mounting a tire on a
wheel or rim can produce an explosion that may result in
serious injury or death.
• DO NOT attempt to mount a tire unless you have the proper
equipment and experience to do the job.
• Have a qualified tire dealer or repair service perform
required tire maintenance.
• When replacing worn tires, make sure they meet the original
tire specifications. Never undersize the replacement tire.
• DO NOT weld to the tire rim with the tire mounted on the
rim. This action may cause an explosion which could result in
serious injury or death.
• Inflate tires to the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.
• Tires should not be operated at speeds higher than their
rated speed.
• Keep wheel lug nuts tightened to manufacturer’s
recommendations.
• Never reinflate a tire that has been run flat or seriously
under-inflated without removing the tire from the wheel.
Have the tire and wheel closely inspected for damage before
remounting.
1.7. Hand Winch Safety
When Equipped:
• Inspect lift cable before using. Replace if frayed or damaged. Make sure lift cable is seated
properly in cable sheaves and cable clamps are secure.
• Tighten brake lock by turning winch handle clockwise at least two clicks after lowering the
conveyor.
• Lower the conveyor fully before towing, then rotate winch handle until cable has light
tension.
• Do not lubricate winch brake discs.
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1.8. Personal Protective Equipment
The following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should be worn when assembling the equipment.
Safety Glasses
• Wear safety glasses at all times to protect eyes from debris.
Work Gloves
• Wear work gloves to protect your hands from sharp and rough edges.
Steel-Toe Boots
• Wear steel-toe boots to protect feet from falling debris.
Coveralls
• Wear coveralls to protect skin.
Hard Hat
• Wear a hard hat to help protect your head.
1.9. Safety Equipment
The following safety equipment should be kept on site:
Fire Extinguisher
• Provide a fire extinguisher for use in case of an accident. Store in a highly visible and
accessible place.
First-Aid Kit
• Have a properly-stocked first-aid kit available for use should the need arise, and
know how to use it.
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1.10. Safety Decals
• Keep safety decals clean and legible at all times.
• Replace safety decals that are missing or have become illegible. See decal location figures that follow.
• Replaced parts must display the same decal(s) as the original part.
• Replacement safety decals are available free of charge from your distributor, dealer, or factory as applicable.
1.10.1 Decal Installation/Replacement
1. Decal area must be clean and dry, with a temperature above 50°F (10°C).
2. Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper.
3. Align the decal over the specified area and carefully press the small portion with the exposed sticky backing
in place.
4. Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefully smooth the remaining portion of the decal in place.
5. Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out using the sign backing paper.
1.10.2 Safety Decal Locations and Details
Replicas of the safety decals that are attached to the conveyor and their messages are shown in the figure(s)
that follow. Safe operation and use of the conveyor requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety
decals and the areas or particular functions that the decals apply to, as well as the safety precautions that must
be taken to avoid serious injury, death, or damage.
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Figure 1. Conveyor Safety Decal Locations
P1513002
P1513003
P1513042
P1513001
P1513039
P1513048
P1513045
P1513008
P1513052
P1513037
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Table 1. Safety Decals
Part Number Description
P1513003
To prevent death or serious injury:
• When operating or moving, keep equipment
away from overhead power lines and devices.
• Fully lower equipment before moving.
This equipment is not insulated.
Electrocution can occur without direct contact.
DANGER
ELECTROCUTION HAZARD
P1513048
DANGER
To prevent serious injury or death:
• Keep body, hair, and clothing away from rotating
PTO driveline.
• Do not operate equipment unless all driveline,
tractor, and equipment shields are in place and in
good working order.
• Make certain the driveline shields turn freely on
driveline.
• Make certain the driveline is securely attached at
both ends.
• Do not exceed specified operating speed (see
operator’s manual).
• Keep u-joint angles small and equal. Do not exceed
maximum recommended length for PTO driveline.
ROTATING PTO DRIVELINE
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Table 1 Safety Decals (continued)
Part Number Description
P1513045
To prevent death or serious injury:
• DO NOT step on or touch moving conveyor belt.
• Shut off and lock out power to adjust, service, or
clean.
OPEN BELT CONVEYOR
WARNING
P1513037
To prevent serious injury or death:
• Securely attach equipment to vehicle with
correct pin and safety chains.
• Use a tow vehicle to move equipment.
TRANSPORT HAZARD
WARNING
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Table 1 Safety Decals (continued)
Part Number Description
P1513001
To prevent serious injury or death:
• Read and understand the manual before
assembling, operating, or maintaining the
equipment.
• Only trained personnel may assemble, operate,
or maintain the equipment.
• Children and untrained personnel must be kept
outside of the work area.
• Do not modify the equipment. Keep in good
working order.
• If the manual, guards, or decals are missing or
damaged, contact factory or representative for
free replacements.
• Lock out power before performing maintenance.
• To prevent equipment collapse or upending,
support equipment tube while disassembling
certain components.
• Electric motors must be grounded. Disconnect
power before resetting overloads.
WARNING
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Table 1 Safety Decals (continued)
Part Number Description
P1513042
WARNING
UPENDING HAZARD
To prevent death or serious injury:
• Anchor intake end and/or support discharge end
to prevent upending.
• Intake end must always have downward weight.
Do not release until attached to tow bar or
resting on ground.
• Do not raise intake end above tow bar height.
• Empty tube and fully lower before moving.
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Table 1 Safety Decals (continued)
Part Number Description
P1513002
To prevent serious injury or death:
• Keep body, hair, and clothing away from rotating
pulleys, belts, chains, and sprockets.
• Do not operate with any guard removed or
modified. Keep guards in good working order.
• Shut off and remove key or lock out power
source before inspecting or servicing machine.
ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD
WARNING
P1513008
To prevent serious injury or
death, shut off power and
reattach guard before operating
machine.
MISSING GUARD HAZARD
WARNING
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Table 1 Safety Decals (continued)
Part Number Description
P1513039
For proper raising and lowering of equipment:
• After lowering equipment, always tighten brake lock
by turning winch handle clockwise at least two clicks.
• Rotate winch handle until cable has light tension,
when in towing position.
• Do not lubricate winch brake discs.
• Inspect lift cable periodically; replace if damaged.
• Inspect cable clamps periodically; tighten if necessary.
CAUTION
P1513052
To prevent damage, wheels must be
free to move when raising or lowering
equipment.
When equipment is positioned, chock
all wheels.
NOTICE
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2. Features
This section covers the main features of the conveyor.
Figure 2. Typical Field Loader Top Drive Components
Table 2. Typical Field Loader Top Drive Components
Item Description Item Description
1Swing Away Hopper Conveyor Hitch 7Top Gearbox Assembly
2Hopper Assembly 8Spout and Hood
3Hopper Cloth Controls 9Weather Guard Assembly
4Bottom Gearbox Assembly 10 A Frame
5Drive Shaft and Guard Assembly 11 PTO
6Tube
7
4
8
1
9
6
5
10
3
11
2
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3. Assembly
Before continuing, ensure you have completely read and understood this manual’s
Safety section, in addition to the safety information in the section(s) below.
3.1. Assembly Safety
• Do not take chances with safety. The components can be large, heavy, and hard to handle.
Always use the proper tools, rated lifting equipment, and lifting points for the job.
• Carry out assembly in a large open area with a level surface.
• Always have two or more people assembling the conveyor.
• Make sure you have sufficient lighting for the work area.
• Tighten all fasteners according to their specifications. Do not replace or substitute bolts,
nuts, or other hardware that is of lesser quality than the hardware supplied by the
manufacturer.
• Stay away from overhead power lines and other obstructions during assembly. Contact with
power lines can cause electrocution.
• Do not work in high winds.
3.2. Check Shipment
Unload the conveyor parts at the assembly site and compare the packing slip to the shipment. Ensure that all
items have arrived and that none are damaged.
Report missing or damaged parts immediately to ensure that proper credit is received from AGI or your
distributor/dealer, and to ensure that any missing parts can be shipped quickly to avoid holding up the assembly
process.
Important
Do not assemble or install damaged components.
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