AGI MK/HX Series 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: 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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