AGI MK/HX Series User manual

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follow instructions and safety precautions can
result in serious injury, death, or property
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Part Number: 30549 R1
Revised: June 2021
Original Instructions
MK/HX 10-36
Swing-Away Grain Auger
Assembly & Operator’s Manual

This product has been designed and manufactured to meet general engineering standards. Other local
regulations may apply and must be followed by the operator. All personnel must be trained in the correct
operational and safety procedures for this product. Use the sign-off sheet below to record initial and periodic
reviews of this manual with all personnel.
Date Employee Name and Signature Employer Name and Signature

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CONTENTS
1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 4
2. Safety First .............................................................................................................................................. 5
2.1 Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words...................................................................................... 5
2.2 Operational Safety..................................................................................................................... 5
2.3 Transport and Placement Safety............................................................................................... 8
2.4 Maintenance Safety .................................................................................................................. 9
3. Assembly ............................................................................................................................................... 17
3.1 Tube and Flight Assembly ....................................................................................................... 17
3.2 Trackshoe and Trackstop......................................................................................................... 18
3.3 Boot Assembly......................................................................................................................... 19
3.4 Transport Undercarriage Assembly ........................................................................................ 21
3.5 Winch and Lift Cable Installation ............................................................................................ 23
3.6 Winch Handle Assembly.......................................................................................................... 25
3.7 PTO (CV) Driveline Installation................................................................................................ 26
3.8 Standard Intake Hopper Assembly ......................................................................................... 27
3.9 Hopper Lift Arm/Winch Assembly .......................................................................................... 29
3.10 Hitch Jack Installation............................................................................................................ 31
3.11 Auger/Tractor Hook Up......................................................................................................... 31
3.12 Optional Low Profile Hopper Assembly ................................................................................ 34
3.13 Low Profile Hopper Lift Arm Assembly ................................................................................. 36
3.14 Plastic Manual Holder Installation ........................................................................................ 37
4. Transport............................................................................................................................................... 38
4.1 Pre-Transport Checklist ........................................................................................................... 38
4.2 Transport Procedure ............................................................................................................... 40
5. Placement ............................................................................................................................................. 41
5.1 Pre-Placement Procedure ....................................................................................................... 41
5.2 Placement Procedure .............................................................................................................. 42
6. Operation .............................................................................................................................................. 43
6.1 Pre-Operational Checklist........................................................................................................ 43
6.2 Auger Drive and Lockout......................................................................................................... 44
6.3 Start Up and Break In .............................................................................................................. 44
6.4 Full Load Procedures ............................................................................................................... 45
6.5 Normal/Emergency Shutdown................................................................................................ 46
6.6 Completion/Clean-Up.............................................................................................................. 46
6.7 Lowering Procedure ................................................................................................................ 47
7. Maintenance & Storage ....................................................................................................................... 48
7.1 General Maintenance Procedure............................................................................................ 48
7.2 Removable Hopper Mesh Guard............................................................................................. 50
7.3 General Storage Procedure..................................................................................................... 51

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1. Introduction
Congratulations. As the new owner of an AGI MK/HX Series Grain Auger, you will be working with
equipment especially designed to complement and improve your farming operation. Before using this
auger, we recommend that you read this manual and familiarize yourself with the various features of
the machine and the necessary precautions for an efficient and safe operation.
In addition, we suggest that anyone using this auger be required as a matter of record to be familiar
with all safety precautions. A sign-off form is supplied on the inside front cover to record your safety
reviews.
Thank you.
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2. Safety First
Safety First. Everyone knows about it. Most people practice it. Sadly, a few choose to ignore it. Safety
should be a habit, something you practice every time you work with machinery. Safe working habits
prevent needless injuries or deaths.
Whether you are the owner, a supervisor, or an operator, it is your responsibility to know the
operational requirements, the safety precautions, and the potential hazards of portable grain augers.
Further more, you must ensure that anyone working with or around the auger, is familiar with them.
Failure to read this manual and/or non-compliance with correct safety procedures is a misuse of the
equipment. Remember, a lack of knowledge serves only to endanger yourself and those around you.
TAKE THE TIME — BE ALERT — BE SAFE.
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. Operational Safety
Operational safety means using common sense and knowing and observing proper precautions. Always
remember to:
• Keep children and untrained people away from auger work area (see Figure 1). The area around the auger is
not safe for untrained personnel and especially not safe for children.
• Have another person nearby who can shut down the auger in case of accident. It is good practice to always
work with a second person around augers.
• Inspect the lift cable before using auger. Replace if frayed or damaged.
• Make certain lift cable is properly seated in roller and cable clamps are secure.
• Ensure that the auger is empty before raising or lowering.
• Augers are not insulated. Keep away from all electric lines. Electrocution can occur without direct contact.
• Wear hearing protection when operating auger.
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• Do not operate with any safety shield removed.
•Never use a PTO driveline without a rotating shield in good working order. Also ensure shields on auger
boot and tractor are in place.
•Be certain the PTO driveline is securely attached to the flighting shaft and to the tractor before operating.
• Before starting tractor, be certain that power to the PTO is in the off position.
• Keep body, hair and clothing away from moving parts.
• Operate auger on level ground. Even though the auger is connected to the tractor during operation, tipping
can occur.
• Anchor or support discharge end to further stabilize auger and prevent tipping.
• Keep away from the intake hopper during operation.
• Do not operate auger with the service or cleanout doors open or unlatched.
• Shut off and lock out all power to auger before servicing, cleaning or adjusting.
• Lower auger at completion of operation, or when not in use.
• Do not get on or beneath auger when raising or lowering intake hitch jack, or when auger is supported by
hitch jack.
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Figure 1. Work Area
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2.3. Transport and Placement Safety
The approach to transport and placement safety is no different from that of operational safety. Follow the basic
rules of good sense and know the limitations of your machinery. While a few of the precautions are the same,
they bear repeating. Remember to:
• Keep children and unauthorized personnel away from the hazard area
surrounding the auger.
• Transport auger in the full down position with slight tension on the cable.
• Check the lift cable before each use and replace if frayed or damaged.
Also check cable clamps.
• Make certain that the hitch pin is in place and the safety chain is properly
attached. Use a type of hitch pin that will not permit auger to separate
from the tractor.
• Always attach a SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) sign before transporting
auger.
• Equip the auger with the necessary lights for transportation where
required by law.
• Raise intake feed hopper into transport position and lock hopper lift
winch before transporting or moving auger. Intake feed side of hopper
must face away from main auger when in transport position (see Figure
40).
• Before moving auger, make sure the area around the auger is clear of
obstructions and/or unauthorized personnel. (see Figure 2).
• Use extreme caution in turning and cornering.
• Do not raise or lower auger until hazard area is clear.
• Do not permit anyone to stand on or beneath auger when raising or
lowering.
• Wheels must be free to move when raising or lowering auger.
• Do not use auger as a hoist.
• Before moving auger, check and double check for overhead obstructions
and/or electrical wires. Electrocution can occur without direct contact.
• Do not transport auger faster than 15 mph (24 km/h).
• Do not operate auger with the intake hopper in transport position. This
will cause damage to u-joint.
• Do not transport auger on a slope greater than 20 degrees.
• Disconnect PTO driveline from tractor for transport or placement. Secure
in transport saddle.
Figure 2.
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2.4. Maintenance Safety
When performing maintenance on the MK/HX auger, understand and observe the following precautions.
• Shut down and lock out all power before attempting maintenance of any kind. If lock-out is impossible,
disconnect the PTO driveline from tractor.
• Support auger tube before attempting maintenance on the undercarriage. Auger should be in full down
position for maintenance.
• After maintenance is completed, replace and secure all safety shields, safety devices, service doors and
cleanout covers.
• Keep decals clean. Replace any decal that is damaged or not clearly visible.
• Use only genuine AGI replacement parts or equivalent. Replacement parts such as intake shields, pulley
shields, PTO driveline shields, winches and lift cables MUST MEET ASAE Standards or serious injury may
result. Use of unauthorized parts will void warranty. If in doubt, contact AGI or your AGI dealer. Do not
modify any auger components.
Figure 3. Safety Decal Locations
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Figure 4. Safety Decal Locations
Figure 5. Safety Decal Locations
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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
20818
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
17094
To prevent serious injury or death, do
not operate auger unless swing-
hopper is securely attached to boot.
ROTATING FLIGHTING INSIDE
DANGER
20816
DANGER
ELECTROCUTION HAZARD
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.
17113
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
201198
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
20811
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
20807
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.
• Follow grain storage structure manufacturer's
warnings when loading and unloading.
• Electric motors must be grounded. Disconnect
power before resetting overloads.
WARNING
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Table 1 Safety Decals (continued)
Part Number Description
20803
To prevent serious injury or
death, shut off power and
reattach guard before operating
machine.
MISSING GUARD HAZARD
WARNING
17107
To prevent personal injury or
damage to equipment, close valve
in lift cylinder hydraulic line after
raising equipment into position.
CAUTION
18859
Disconnect PTO driveline
from tractor before moving
equipment.
If attached, driveline will
bottom out, severely
damaging the CV u-joint
and lower flight shaft.
See manual for
maintenance.
NOTICE
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Table 1 Safety Decals (continued)
Part Number Description
17531
To prevent
damage
during auger-
to-tractor
hookup:
NOTICE
• Follow dimensions above for
correct auger-to-tractor hookup.
• Auger must be on level ground and in
full down position when measuring.
• Adjust drawbar as needed.
See operation manual for complete details.
19960
To prevent damage, wheels must be
free to move when raising or lowering
equipment.
When equipment is positioned, chock
all wheels.
NOTICE
17093
Lubricate angle drive after
each 8 hours of use with
high-temperature grease.
NOTICE
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3. Assembly
Before starting assembly of your new auger, please read the following instructions carefully and
familiarize yourself with all the sub-assemblies and hardware making up the auger. Ensure that all
parts are on hand, arranging them for easy access as required. Assembly should be carried out in a
large open area with a level surface.
Important
These instructions are written on the assumption that two or more people will be available for
the assembly procedure. Because of the weight, it is unwise to attempt assembly of auger
alone.
3.1. Tube and Flight Assembly
1. Align upper and lower tube sections on a flat surface or on a series of benches.
2. Slide lower flight shaft into upper flight shaft with flight ends butting together for continuous flow. Secure
with two 1/2" x 2-3/4" grade 8 bolts and locknuts (see Figure 6).
3. Slide tube sections together and insert the eight 7/16" x 1" bolts and locknuts and tighten.
Block tube sections to prevent rolling. Do not drop. Damage to equipment or personal injury
will result.
Figure 6.
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3.2. Trackshoe and Trackstop
1. Slide the roller trackshoe onto track, then attach the lower trackstop to the correct position on track as
shown in Figure 7, using two 7/16" x 1-1/4" bolts and locknuts.
Figure 7.
2. Attach the upper trackstop to correct position as shown in Figure 8, using two 7/16" x 1-1/4" bolts, locknuts
and heavy flat washers. Make certain the washers are on top of track as shown in Figure 8 and that the
trackstop is centered on the track.
3. Slide trackshoe along full length of track to make certain there is no binding.
Figure 8.
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3.3. Boot Assembly
Note
The gearbox has been filled at the factory (half full) with EP90 gear oil. Before further assembly, check
oil level to make certain the gearbox is half full as required. Add oil if necessary. Do not use grease.
1. Slide short flighting section onto lower flight shaft and tighten with 7/16" x 3-1/2" bolt and locknut as
shown in Figure 9. Make sure that flight ends butt together for continuous flow.
2. At upper end of auger tube, loosen setscrew and remove lock collar from upper bearing.
3. Slip boot over lower flighting shaft and attach to flange on lower tube with eight 7/16" x 1" bolts and
locknuts. Tighten securely.
4. Slide wide rim 1-1/4" flat washer onto lower flight shaft.
Figure 9.
5. Install lower bearing using four 1/2" x 1-1/2" bolts and locknuts. Ensure grease zerk is positioned to left
(standing behind boot, facing auger discharge). Seat flight shaft shoulder against washer and lower bearing.
Secure lock collar and tighten setscrew on lower bearing first and then on the upper bearing.
6. Install 1/4" x 3" square key and sprocket onto flighting shaft. Align lower sprocket with upper sprocket and
tighten setscrews.
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Important
To prevent premature failure of the lower bearing, assemble in correct sequence, as follows:
a. Remove lock collar from upper bearing.
b. Seat flight shaft shoulder against lower bearing.
c. Secure lock collar on lower bearing.
7. Loosen four bolts on lower bearing and install chain on sprockets. With chain in place and tensioned to
about 1/4" deflection, retighten four bolts on bearing. Oil the chain lightly (see Figure 10).
Figure 10.
8. Secure lock collar and tighten setscrew on bearing at upper end of auger tube.
Note
Sprocket shield should be installed after Section 3.7 – PTO (CV) Driveline Installation on page 26 for
easier assembly of the CV-PTO driveline. See step 4 from that section.
Figure 11.
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