AGI NECO Spread-Rite Series Guide

032296 R01 1
Spread-Rite Spreader
(High Capacity)
Assembly, Operation, and Parts Manual
Part Number: 032296 R01
Revised: 2017-12-22
INSTALLATION AND WIRING MUST
BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH CEC,
NEC, AND LOCAL ELECTRICAL
CODES
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.

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Nebraska Engineering Company (NECO) Overview ---
Since 1959, NECO equipment has been proudly designed, manufactured, and supported for
customers here in the USA and around the world. With proper operation and maintenance,
the equipment will provide years of safe and dependable service. NECO is continually testing
and improving our products in order to provide you with the safest, most ef cient, and most
economical grain handling & grain conditioning equipment available. We welcome your questions
or comments and look forward to a continued relationship, ultimately saving you valuable time and
reducing your workload.
About this manual ---
• This manual is provided to help ensure the safety of the equipment
operator, as well as others who come into contact with the equipment.
• Keep a copy of this manual in a safe place for future reference.
• Failure to read, understand, and follow the instructions within
this manual constitute a misuse of the equipment and can affect
personnel safety and the product warranty.
• Additional copies can be viewed or printed from the NECO
website www.necousa.com or contact your local dealer for
assistance.
• Language translations of this manual are made as accurately as
possible. If translation differences do occur, the English text will
prevail.
READ
and
UNDERSTAND
Watch for this symbol - it means DANGER or CAUTION !!
Be alert to the possibility of serious injury or death.
• This symbol is used to call your attention to
instructions concerning personal safety.
• It is your responsibility as an owner, operator,
or supervisor to know what hazards exist and
to make this information known to all persons
working with the equipment or who are in the
area.
Become Alert !!
Product Changes & Improvements ---
• NECO reserves the right to make changes or improvements to its products
without incurring any obligation with respect to previously manufactured products.

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For a period of one(1) year after shipment of goods by the Buyer to the
Buyer’s customer, NECO will supply, free of charge, FOB per NECO’s factory
located in Omaha, Nebraska, replacement parts for any parts that NECO
identifi es to be defective due to workmanship or material.
•This limited warranty does not extend to parts that wear due to normal operation and
need to be replaced periodically.
• Goods not manufactured by NECO carry only their manufacturer’s warranty.
•This undertaking is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including
merchantability and 
tness for a particular purpose.
•You must obtain a “Return Authority” form from NECO prior to returning any defective
goods. Those defective goods must be returned, freight-prepaid, to the NECO factory in
Omaha, Nebraska. See the back cover of this manual for complete address information.
•NECO reserves the right to make changes or improvements to products and goods
without incurring any obligation with respect to previously manufactured products.
•Failure to follow the instructions contained in this manual, as well as the existence of
any of the conditions listed below, will cause this Limited Warranty to be null and void:
1. Improper assembly.
2. Improper installation, including power and wiring.
3. Unauthorized alteration of the product or components therein.
4. Operation of the unit when repairs are needed.
5. Use of unauthorized parts.
6. Operation by children or uninstructed personnel.
7. Processing of materials that are abrasive, that do not 
ow freely,
or that are otherwise unsuited for processing in farm equipment.
8. Misuse of the equipment or any of its components.
9. Damage due to negligence, abuse, or accidents.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
•Buyer agrees that in no event shall NECO have liability for direct damages in excess of
the contract price of the goods for which the claim is made.
•Buyer further agrees that in no event shall NECO have liability for loss of use, loss of
pro
ts, or for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages on any claim of any
kind.
***** LIMITED WARRANTY *****

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***** LIMITED WARRANTY *****.................................................3
1. SAFETY ......................................................................5
2. WARNING LABELS....................................................7
Warning Label ID’s ......................................................................7
Warning Label Overview.............................................................7
Warning Label Graphics .............................................................7
3. EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW...........................................8
4. ASSEMBLY .................................................................9
Install The Spreader Pan Assembly...........................................9
5. INSTALLATION.........................................................10
Mount the spreader assembly..................................................10
Mount VFD Control Box............................................................ 11
230 Volt, Single-Phase, 60 Hz Wiring.......................................12
230 Volt, Three-Phase, 60 Hz Wiring........................................13
460 Volt, Three-Phase, 60 Hz Wiring........................................14
(380 Volt, Three-Phase, 50 Hz Wiring) .....................................14
6. OPERATION .............................................................15
Standard (FWD) rotation...........................................................15
Reverse (REV) rotation .............................................................16
7. MAINTENANCE.........................................................17
APPENDIX .....................................................................18
Replacement Parts ....................................................................18
Spreader Assembly ..................................................................18
VFD Control Box ......................................................................20
Contents

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** Federal Occupational Safety & Health Standards for
Agriculture Subpart D, Section 1928.57 (a)(6).
WORK AREA SAFETY
•Work Area is dened as the area surround-
ing grain handling equipment.
• Make sure that no children or unauthorized
persons enter the work area.
• If anyone not involved in the actual opera-
tion DOES enter the work area, the operator
on duty should immediately shut down the
equipment until all unauthorized persons are
safely out of the work area.
• Do not have loose clothing, long hair, etc.
that can be grabbed by rotating equipment.
• Prior to start-up and during operation, make
sure that the work area is clean and free of
any tools and debris. KEEP AREA CLEAN
WEAR PERSONAL
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
• Wear protective clothing.
• Wear hand protection - leather, etc.
• Wear safety glasses / ear plugs / etc.
• Use fall protection when climbing.
ANSI and NFPA STANDARDS
• Install all equipment in compliance
with ANSI and NFPA Standards.
OPERATOR QUALIFICATIONS
• Anyone who has not read or does not
completely understand all operating and
safety instructions contained within this
manual is not qualied to operate the
equipment.
• Only competent and experienced persons
should operate farm equipment. Anyone
operating or working around power equip-
ment must understand and meet all legal
and contractual requirements.
`
• The owner / operator must know the regula-
tions in your own area. For example, some
regulations specify that no one under the
age of 16 may operate power machinery
including farmstead equipment.
• Current OSHA regulations state in part, “At
the time of initial assignment and at least
annually thereafter, the employer shall in-
struct every employee in the safe operation
and servicing of all equipment with which
the employee is, or will be involved. **
• Know and use proper LOCK OUT / TAG
OUT procedures and know the emergency
shut-off locations of any and all utilities
connected to the equipment.
OPERATING PROCEDURES
• Safely follow all operating procedures out-
lined within this manual.
• Prior to startup, make sure that all safety
shields and warning decals are in place.
• NEVER leave equipment running without a
qualied operator present.
• Inspect the equipment periodically and be
alert for unusual noises or vibrations.
1. SAFETY
READ
and
UNDERSTAND

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EQUIPMENT INSPECTION
• LOCK OUT & TAG OUT the equipment
prior to any inspection, adjustment, service,
or maintenance.
• Inspect the equipment after assembly,
before each use, and end of season.
DRIVES AND LOCKOUTS
• Make sure the power disconnect switch
can be locked in the OFF position. This
disconnect switch must be locked whenever
work is being performed on the equipment.
• Inspect all power drives before adding
power. Chains, belts, etc. should have
proper tension or be adjusted prior to
running.
• Electric motors and controls must be
installed by a qualied electrician. They
must meet the standards set by the NFPA
Std 70 of the National Electrical Code and
all local and state codes.
• Disconnect power before resetting motor
overloads.
BIN SAFETY
• Never enter a bin without being monitored
by another person.
• Do not enter the grain bin unless all power
to equipment has been LOCKED OUT &
TAGGED OUT.
• Use a safety harness and safety line when
inside the bin.
• Avoid walking on grain near the grain out-
lets. Flowing grain can trap and suffocate.
• Do not enter the bin if the grain has not
owed out of the bin normally. Moisture in
the bin can cause grain to form steep, un-
stable inclines or bridges as shown in the
diagrams below:
CRUSTED GRAIN - STEEP INCLINE
CRUSTED GRAIN - FORMS BRIDGE
Failure to observe these safety instructions can result in injury or death !!

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NOTE:
• Actual warning labels are larger than illus-
trated in this manual.
• If the warning labels become unreadable in
any way, contact NECO at 402-453-6912 or
toll free at 800-367-6208. NECO will provide
free replacements.
• Surfaces must be free from oils, dirt and
moisture before applying warning labels.
Occupational safety is NECO’s prime concern.
Working with this equipment presents safety
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locations to warn you of hazards associated
with this equipment. BE ALERT !!!!
Warning Label Overview
Warning Label ID’s
PART # HAZARD DESCRIPTION LOCATION
1002301 CAUTION - GENERAL INFO ON MAIN CONE, ABOVE MOTOR JUNCTION BOX
036726 DANGER - ROTATING PARTS ON MAIN CONE, ABOVE #1002301
036725 DANGER - HIGH VOLTAGE INSIDE VFD CONTROL BOX, ON BACK PANEL
035691 WARNING - HIGH VOLTAGE QTY = 2, ONE ON THE COVER OF THE VFD CONTROL BOX (ABOVE 3-POSITION SWITCH) AND THE OTHER IS
ON THE MOTOR JUNCTION BOX COVER
2. WARNING LABELS
Warning Label Graphics
#1002301 #036726 #035691 #036725

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032296 R01
Before starting any assembly, installation, or operation of this equipment, take a minute to review
the illustration below.
Understanding the terms used to identify the various components will make the instructions in this
manual clearer and easier to follow.
HANGER CHAIN
HANGER BRACKETASSEMBLY
INLET FUNNEL
MOTOR
JUNCTION BOX
DRIVE MOTOR
GEAR REDUCER
SHAFT
WELDMENT
SPREADER PAN ASSEMBLY
MAIN CONE
FLOW RESPONSE
FUNNEL
SHAFT
COUPLING
3. EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW
VFD
CONTROL
BOX
3-POSTION
SWITCH
POTENTIOMETER
(SPEED CONTROL)

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Install The Spreader Pan Assembly
4. ASSEMBLY
Position the spreader assembly so that it’s resting on the top of the inlet funnel. (The assembly will
be upside-down compared to the view on the previous page).
Note that the ow response funnel assembly is spring loaded:
1. Squeeze the two outside rings together, compressing the springs, and position the assembly
so that the shaft coupling can be accessed.
2. Maintain this “working position” using two C-clamps on both sides.
3. The gear reducer is supplied with the shaft coupling in place. The shaft coupling has a thru-
hole on one end with 5/16” hardware in the hole. Leave the BOTTOM 5/16” hardware in place
and verify secure.
4. Remove the TOP 5/16” hardware and save for re-insertion later.
5. Position the shaft weldment of the spreader pan assembly thru the ow response funnel and
into the shaft coupling.
6. Position / rotate the spreader assembly until the TOP 5/16” bolt can be reinserted back thru the
coupling & shaft weldment.
7. Secure the assemblies together with the 5/16” locknut.
FLOW RESPONSE
FUNNEL
(#1 & 2)TO ALLOW BETTER WORK
SPACE, RE-POSITION FLOW
RESPONSE FUNNEL & C-CLAMP
IN TWO OPPOSITE PLACES
(#3) LEAVE IN BOTTOM
5/16” HARDWARE ON
THE SHAFT COUPLING
(#5) SHAFT WELDMENT OF SPREADER PAN
ASSEMBLY GOES THRU FLOW RESPONSE
FUNNEL AND INTO THE SHAFT COUPLING
(#4, 6, & 7) TOP 5/16”
HARDWARE IN SHAFT
COUPLING

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• Remove the supplied hardware from each hanger bracket for use later on.
• Position the three brackets evenly around the grain bin peak ring.
• Tighten the u-bolts enough to hold the brackets in place, but loose enough to adjust the
positioning around the peak ring.
• Using the existing hole in each bracket for a “template”, drill a permanent mount hole through
the peak ring at each location.
• Secure each bracket with the supplied hardware
SPACE EVENLY 3 PLC’S
Peak Ring Positioning
PEAK RING
Hanger Position (Side View)
Hanger Position (Front View)
5. INSTALLATION
• Position the spreader so that it rests on the spreader pan - do not leave the assembly in this
position for an extended period of time.
• Hoist the spreader assembly to the top of the bin.
• Ensure all 3 hanger brackets are spaced equally around the peak ring - as long as each brack-
et with chain is the same length or number of links, the assembly will be level.
• The hanging height can be adjusted by using all or part of the chain - make adjustments until
the grain entry falls within the inlet funnel and not so high that the roof slope deects the grain
during operation.
• Using a level, check top surface of the motor 360 degrees around to verify.
• Tighten the U-bolts.
DRILL HOLE THRU
PEAK RING TO SECURE
BRACKETS
Mount the spreader assembly

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Mount VFD Control Box
• The potentiometer is used to control the speed of the spreader pan, which controls the spread
pattern of the grain.
• NECO recommends that the control box be placed near the bin manway hatch, so that the
operator can see clearly to adjust the speed.
The customer is responsible for:
1. Choosing the location for the VFD control box.
2. Providing materials and labor to connect the control box to the motor junction box, including a
properly sized and placed fused disconnect box.
3. All materials and work should conform to local, state, and national electrical codes. NECO
strongly suggests contacting your local electrician.
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POTENTIOMETER
KNOB 3 POSITION
SWITCH RECOMMENDED LOCATION FOR
THE VFD HOUSING IS TO BE
NEAR THE MANWAY HATCH FOR
BEST OPERATOR VIEWING

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230 Volt, Single-Phase, 60 Hz Wiring

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230 Volt, Three-Phase, 60 Hz Wiring

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460 Volt, Three-Phase, 60 Hz Wiring
(380 Volt, Three-Phase, 50 Hz Wiring)

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• All control for the spreader is located on the VFD housing (See Equipment Overview) and con-
sists of the 3-position switch (FWD / OFF / REV) and the variable speed control dial.
Standard (FWD) rotation
• FWD rotation is considered “standard”, which provides clockwise spreader pan rotation, as
viewed from above.
• The grain bin diameter, along with the amount or velocity of grain entering the topside inlet
funnel, will determine the proper speed setting.
STANDARD
Standard Rotation (FWD)
6. OPERATION

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• Adjust the speed control, as necessary, while the equipment is in operation:
Reverse (REV) rotation
• In general, the spreader should operate in the “FWD” direction.
• If the grain is accummulating more heavily on one side of the bin, change direction to “REV”
with the 3-position switch when the bin is roughly half full to even out the grain.
EXAMPLE SHOWN:
LOW SPEED SPREADER PATTERN
EXAMPLE SHOWN:
HIGH SPEED SPREADER PATTERN

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7. MAINTENANCE
NECO takes pride in choosing quality vendors and products in association with the design and
manufacture of our products:
• OEM products have a service life related to operating conditions and usage.
• Contact the OEM product manufacturer for service, replacement, or warranty concerns.
Prior to each season or usage:
•Check for obstructions in the spreader which could prohibit product ow.
•Check fasteners & bolted connections. Tighten any loose connections and ttings.
• Check wiring connections. Tighten any loose connections.
• Verify the speed and directional controls are working properly prior to actual usage.
• #032253 DRIVE MOTOR - Due to the harsh environment, the drive motor type is a heavy duty
totally enclosed system. The factory suggests using Shell Dolium R or Chevron SRI grease
and recommends service intervals no greater than 500 hrs of run-time usage. Pump grease
slowly, using only a hand-operated grease gun, not a pneumatic grease gun. Do not over-lubri-
cate motors. Over-lubrication of a motor can seriously damage it by forcing grease into motor
windings.
•#032295 GEAR REDUCER - These units utilize synthetic lubricant and are properly lled,
based on the unit series and the mounting position. Per the vendor supplied data -- “reducers
are ‘lubed-for-life’ and do not require regular oil changes under normal industrial operating
conditions and environments.If the customer chooses to change out the lubrication, the
manufacturer reccommends using Mobil GLYGOYLE 460 lubricant.
• #032244 COMPRESSION SPRING(S) - If replacement of any one of the three is needed,
change all three as a set to ensure uniform action.
Follow all safety procedures as outlined in the SAFETY section of this manual.
Use Lock-Out / TagOut procedures when required and ensure all guards are in place.
WARNING

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APPENDIX
Replacement Parts
AC
D
E
F*
H
G
J
K
L
M
B
N**
Spreader Assembly

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Replacement Parts - Spreader Assembly
Item # Part # Part Description
A 032292 HANGER MOUNT BRACKET ASSEMBLY
B 032245 HANGER MOUNT CHAIN
C 032294 INLET FUNNEL ASSY
D 032233 3/4 x 8” LG PIPE NIPPLE
E 032291 DRIVE MOTOR JUNCTION BOX
F 032244 COMPRESSION SPRING (*)
G 032285 FLOW RESPONSE FUNNEL
H 032283 SPREADER PAN ASSY
J 032241 UHMW SPREADER PAN
K 032277 SHAFT WELDMENT
L 032295 GEAR REDUCER (DRILLED SHAFT)
M 032253 DRIVE MOTOR
N 032300 DRIP COVER (**)
N/A 032296 OWNER’S & OPERATOR’S MANUAL
** ORIGINALLY, THIS IS INCLUDED WITH
THE DRIVE MOTOR, BUT CAN BE ORDERED
SEPARATELY SINCE IT IS A WEAR ITEM
* REPLACE ALL THREE SPRINGS TO
ENSURE UNIFORM ACTION.

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INTERIOR OF VFD BOX
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INSIDE OF FRONT COVER
VFD Control Box
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P
R1
FRONT OF COVER T
R2
R3
CENTER TERMINAL
OUTER TERMINALS R4