AGI A383 User manual
Read this manual before using product. Failure to
follow instructions and safety precautions can
result in serious injury, death, or property
damage. Keep manual for future reference.
Part Number: 31020 R1
Revised: July 2021
Original Instructions
A383 X-Tend Hopper
Assembly Manual
This manual applies to:
Westfield MKX13, Westfield X13, AGI X13, Hutchinson HX13,
Mayrath HX13
New in this Manual
The following changes have been made in this revision of the manual:
Description Section
Added instructions to install the hopper. Install Hopper on page 18
Modified the short truss brace instructions. Section 4.3.2 – Replace the Short Truss Brace — For
84', 94', and 114' Models on page 24
Replaced the hydraulic winch hose. Section 4.3.3 – Install the Hydraulic Winch on page 25
Added the PTO/valve bracket. Section 4.3.4 – Replace the PTO/Valve Bracket on
page 27
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CONTENTS
1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 4
1.1 Serial Number Location............................................................................................................. 4
2. Safety....................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words...................................................................................... 5
2.2 General Safety ........................................................................................................................... 5
2.3 Rotating Flighting Safety ........................................................................................................... 6
2.4 Rotating Parts Safety................................................................................................................. 6
2.5 Guards Safety ............................................................................................................................ 6
2.6 Hydraulic Winch Safety ............................................................................................................. 7
2.7 Drives and Lockout Safety......................................................................................................... 7
2.7.1 Hydraulic Power Safety .............................................................................................. 8
2.8 Personal Protective Equipment................................................................................................. 9
2.9 Safety Equipment ...................................................................................................................... 9
2.10 Safety Decals ......................................................................................................................... 10
2.10.1 Decal Installation/Replacement............................................................................. 10
2.10.2 Safety Decal Locations and Details ........................................................................ 10
3. Features................................................................................................................................................. 17
4. Assembly ............................................................................................................................................... 18
4.1 Assembly Safety ...................................................................................................................... 18
4.2 General Assembly.................................................................................................................... 18
4.3 Assemble Auger Components ................................................................................................. 23
4.3.1 Install the X-Tend Hopper Lift Arm ......................................................................... 23
4.3.2 Replace the Short Truss Brace — For 84', 94', and 114' Models ............................ 24
4.3.3 Install the Hydraulic Winch ...................................................................................... 25
4.3.4 Replace the PTO/Valve Bracket ............................................................................... 27
5. Specifications ........................................................................................................................................ 28
6. Appendix ............................................................................................................................................... 29
6.1 Bolt Torque.............................................................................................................................. 29
6.2 Fittings Torque Values............................................................................................................. 30
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1. Introduction
Before assembling, please read this manual. Familiarize yourself with the process and the necessary
precautions for efficient and safe assembly of this AGI X-Tend Hopper.
Everyone present at the assembly site is required to be familiar with all safety precautions.
Keep this manual available for frequent reference and review it with new personnel. Call your local
distributor or dealer if you need assistance or additional information.
This manual describes the assembly of the X-Tend hopper, used as an accessory on MKX13/X13/HX13
grain augers, and is intended as a supplement to your MKX13/X13/HX13 Series Auger Assembly
Manual. Refer to the appropriate manual for additional assembly instructions.
1.1. Serial Number Location
The serial number location for your X-Tend hopper is shown in the figure below. Have the serial number ready
when ordering parts or requesting service or other information. Record information in the table below for easy
reference.
Model Number
Serial Number
Date Received
Figure 1. Serial Number Location
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2. Safety
2.1. 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.
2.2. General Safety
Read and understand all safety instructions, safety decals, and manuals and follow them when assembling the
equipment.
• Only experienced personnel who are familiar with this type of assembly and
installation should perform this work. Untrained assemblers/installers expose
themselves and bystanders to possible serious injury or death.
• Do not modify the X-Tend hopper in any way or deviate from the instructions in this manual without written
permission from the manufacturer. Unauthorized modification or methods may impair the function and/or
safety. 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.
• Contact your local representative or AGI if you need assistance or additional information.
• Always follow applicable local codes and regulations.
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2.3. Rotating Flighting Safety
• KEEP AWAY from rotating flighting.
• DO NOT remove or modify flighting guards, doors, or covers.
Keep in good working order. Have replaced if damaged.
• DO NOT operate the X-Tend hopper without all guards,
doors, and covers in place.
• NEVER touch the flighting. Use a stick or other tool to
remove an obstruction or clean out.
• Shut off and lock out power to adjust, service, or clean.
2.4. 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 lock out power source before inspecting or
servicing machine.
2.5. Guards Safety
• Keep guards in place. Do not operate with guard removed.
• Do not walk on, step on, or damage guards.
• Lock out power before removing a guard.
• Ensure all guards are replaced after performing maintenance.
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2.6. Hydraulic Winch Safety
When Equipped:
• Keep away from rotating cable drum and winch cable. Do not touch or grab cable while
winch is being operated or use hands to guide the cable.
• Inspect cable and cable clamps before using hydraulic winch. Replace cable if frayed or
damaged. Tighten cable clamps if necessary.
• Check the cable anchor on the winch drum is tight.
• Confirm hydraulic hoses are in good condition.
• Do not continue to supply power to hydraulic winch after the X-Tend hopper has reached
full up position.
• Do not disconnect hydraulic quick couplers when lines are pressurized.
• Make sure lift cable is seated in cable pulley.
• Always keep a minimum of 3 cable wraps on the cable drum.
2.7. 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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2.7.1 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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2.8. Personal Protective Equipment
The following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should be worn when operating or maintaining the
equipment.
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.
Safety Glasses
• Wear safety glasses at all times to protect eyes from debris.
Dust Mask
• Wear a dust mask to prevent breathing potentially harmful dust.
Hard Hat
• Wear a hard hat to help protect your head.
Coveralls
• Wear coveralls to protect skin.
2.9. 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.
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First-Aid Kit
• Have a properly-stocked first-aid kit available for use should the need arise, and
know how to use it.
2.10. 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.
2.10.1 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 decal backing paper.
2.10.2 Safety Decal Locations and Details
Replicas of the safety decals that are attached to the X-Tend hopper and their messages are shown in the figure
(s) that follow. Safe operation and use of the X-Tend hopper 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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Table 1. Safety Decals
Part Number Description
20813
To prevent death or serious injury:
• KEEP AWAY from rotating auger flighting.
• DO NOT remove or modify auger flighting
guards, doors, or covers. Keep in good working
order. Have replaced if damaged.
• DO NOT operate the auger without all guards,
doors, and covers in place.
• NEVER touch the auger flighting. Use a stick or
other tool to remove an obstruction or clean out.
• Shut off and lock out power to adjust, service, or
clean.
ROTATING FLIGHTING HAZARD
DANGER
20803
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
20804
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 lock out power source before
inspecting or servicing machine.
ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD
WARNING
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Table 1 Safety Decals (continued)
Part Number Description
20805
HIGH PRESSURE FLUID HAZARD
WARNING
Hydraulic fluid can cause serious injury if it
penetrates the skin. If it does, see a doctor
immediately.
• Relieve system pressure before repairing,
adjusting or disconnecting.
• Wear proper hand and eye protection when
searching for leaks. Use wood or cardboard
instead of hands.
Hydraulic fluid can cause serious injury if it
penetrates the skin. If it does, see a doctor
immediately.
• Relieve system pressure before repairing,
adjusting or disconnecting.
• Wear proper hand and eye protection when
searching for leaks. Use wood or cardboard
instead of hands.
22950
WARNING
Moving Parts
will cause
severe injury.
KEEP AWAY
ROTATING SHAFT
Keep hair and loose
clothing away
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Table 1 Safety Decals (continued)
Part Number Description
22957
1. SHUT OFF PTO when retracting or
extending swing to or from its fully
retracted position.
2. Engaging spline shaft with PTO
running will damage the machine.
3. Make certain everyone is clear of the
equipment before applying power or
moving the machine.
CAUTION
22948
NOTICE
DO NOT operate the PTO when
retracted past this point.
Failure to follow could result in
equipment damage.
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3. Features
Read this section to familiarize yourself with the basic component names and functions of the X-Tend
hopper.
Figure 3. Typical X-Tend Hopper Components
1
3
2
4
5
1 Hopper 4 Wheel Drive Assembly
2Positioning Controls 5Swing Ring
3 Swing Auger
General Description
The X-Tend hopper swing auger is an option for the AGI MKX13/X13/HX13. It provides the ability to
drive hopper bottom trailers into place with the X-Tend hopper retracted and when extended will
reach both trailer hopper gates on most straight trailers without having to re-position the truck. The X-
Tend hopper may be extended under the trailer under operator control safely and with ease once the
trailer is stopped.
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4. 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.
4.1. 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 X-Tend hopper.
• 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.
4.2. General Assembly
The X-Tend hopper is available installed as part of the normal assembly of an MKX13/X13/HX13 auger or as a kit
to replace an already-installed low-profile hopper.
Refer to the main assembly manual for complete auger assembly information.
Note
Installation of the X-Tend hopper replaces the installation of the Low Profile hopper, Swing Tube and
Spout Head in the main auger assembly manual.
Install Hopper
1. Raise the spout head on a stand about 8" high. Support the spout head at the lift lug for stability.
8" (20 cm)
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