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Part Number: 31128 R0
Revised: November 2021
Original Instructions
W13
Portable Grain Auger
Operator’s Manual
This manual applies to:
Westfield W13, Hutchinson W13, Mayrath W13:
51', 61', 71'

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 ............................................................................................................................................ 5
1.1 Serial Number Location............................................................................................................. 5
1.2 Intended Use ............................................................................................................................. 5
1.2.1 Misuse ........................................................................................................................ 6
2. Safety....................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Safety Alert Symbol and Signal Words...................................................................................... 7
2.2 General Safety Information....................................................................................................... 7
2.3 Rotating Flighting Safety ........................................................................................................... 8
2.4 Overhead Power Lines .............................................................................................................. 8
2.5 Upending ................................................................................................................................... 8
2.6 Rotating Parts Safety................................................................................................................. 8
2.7 Work Area Safety ...................................................................................................................... 9
2.8 Guards Safety .......................................................................................................................... 10
2.9 Raising and Lowering the Auger ............................................................................................. 10
2.10 Hydraulic Lift Safety .............................................................................................................. 10
2.11 Positioning the Auger............................................................................................................ 11
2.12 Towing the Auger .................................................................................................................. 11
2.13 Drives and Lockout Safety..................................................................................................... 11
2.13.1 PTO Driveline Safety............................................................................................... 12
2.14 Tire Safety.............................................................................................................................. 12
2.15 Personal Protective Equipment............................................................................................. 13
2.16 Safety Equipment .................................................................................................................. 14
2.17 Safety Decals ......................................................................................................................... 14
2.17.1 Decal Installation/Replacement............................................................................. 14
2.17.2 Safety Decal Locations and Details ........................................................................ 14
3. Transport............................................................................................................................................... 21
3.1 Transport Safety ...................................................................................................................... 21
3.2 Transport Preparation............................................................................................................. 22
3.3 Connect the Auger to the Towing Vehicle.............................................................................. 22
4. Placement ............................................................................................................................................. 24
4.1 Placement Safety..................................................................................................................... 24
4.2 Positioning the Auger.............................................................................................................. 24
4.3 Raising and Lowering .............................................................................................................. 25
5. Operation .............................................................................................................................................. 27
5.1 Operation Safety ..................................................................................................................... 27
5.2 Start-up and Break-in .............................................................................................................. 27
5.3 Operation - PTO Drive ............................................................................................................. 28
5.4 Emergency Shutdown ............................................................................................................. 28
5.5 Restarting with a Full Tube ..................................................................................................... 29
5.6 Bin Level Indicators ................................................................................................................. 29
5.7 Use of Grain Spreaders ........................................................................................................... 29
5.8 Shutdown ................................................................................................................................ 29
5.9 Operating the Auger with Fertilizer ........................................................................................ 30
5.10 Storage................................................................................................................................... 30
6. Maintenance ......................................................................................................................................... 31

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6.1 Maintenance Safety ................................................................................................................ 31
6.2 Maintenance Schedule............................................................................................................ 32
6.3 Visually Inspect the Equipment............................................................................................... 32
6.4 Lubricate the Equipment......................................................................................................... 33
6.4.1 PTO Driveline............................................................................................................ 33
6.5 Inspect Hydraulic Hoses and Fittings ...................................................................................... 33
6.6 Check the Gearbox Oil............................................................................................................. 34
6.7 Change the Gearbox Oil .......................................................................................................... 34
6.8 Adjust the Upper Drive Chain ................................................................................................. 34
6.9 Grease...................................................................................................................................... 35
6.10 Clean and Wash the Equipment ........................................................................................... 36
6.11 Repack the Wheel Bearings with Grease.............................................................................. 36
6.12 Check/Adjust the Truss Cables.............................................................................................. 37
6.13 Inspect and Service the Hydraulic Lift................................................................................... 38
7. Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................................... 39
8. Specifications ........................................................................................................................................ 42
9. Appendix ............................................................................................................................................... 43
9.1 Bolt Torque.............................................................................................................................. 43
10. AGI Limited Warranty......................................................................................................................... 44

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1. Introduction
Thank you for your purchase. Follow the instructions in this manual for safe use of this auger.
Following proper operation and maintenance will help to keep the auger running in optimal condition.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to review with new personnel. A sign-off form is
provided on the inside front cover for your convenience. If any information in this manual is not
understood or if you need additional information, please contact AGI or your representative for
assistance.
This manual should be regarded as part of the equipment.
1.1. Serial Number Location
The serial number location for your auger 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
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1.2. Intended Use
The auger is intended for use as listed below and described throughout this manual. Use in any other way is
considered contrary to the intended use and is not covered by the warranty.
Intended use for the auger:
• Handling grain, pulse crops, treated seeds, fertilizer, or other similar materials.
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1.2.1 Misuse
Do not install/use the auger for/with:
• transferring material other than dry, free-flowing food-grains.
• lifting or using as a hoist or crane.
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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 Information
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 for intended purposes only.
• Do not modify the auger in any way without written permission from the manufacturer and is not covered
by the warranty.
• Follow a health and safety program for your worksite. Contact your local occupational health and safety
organization for information.
• 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 auger 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. Overhead Power Lines
• When operating or moving, keep auger away from overhead
power lines and devices.
• The auger is not insulated.
• Electrocution can occur without direct contact.
2.5. Upending
• 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 the auger and fully lower before moving.
2.6. 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.
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2.7. Work Area Safety
• Have another trained person nearby who can shut down the auger in case of accident.
• Do not allow any unauthorized persons in the work area.
• Keep the work area clean and free of debris.
Figure 1. Work Area
UNDER AUGER AND
UNDERCARRIAGE AREA
HAZARD
KEEP OUT
WORK AREA!
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY
HAZARD AREA
KEEP OUT
OVERHEAD WIRES
KEEP AWAY
AUGER INTAKE AREA
HAZARD
KEEP OUT PTO DRIVE AREA
HAZARD
KEEP OUT
Support Discharge End
Wheel Chocks Wheel Chocks
Wheel Chocks
Wheel Chocks
Gravity Wagon
or Truck
TRACTOR
Are There Things To Trip You?
Walking Surfaces, is it Slippery?
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2.8. 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.
2.9. Raising and Lowering the Auger
• Before raising/lowering/moving/adjusting the auger, make sure the area around the auger is
clear of obstructions and/or untrained personnel. Never allow anyone to stand on or
beneath the auger when it is being placed.
• Lower the auger to its lowest position when not in use.
• Empty the auger before raising or lowering.
• Do not get on or beneath the auger when raising or lowering.
• Raise and lower auger on reasonably level ground only.
• Never attempt to increase height of the auger by positioning wheels on lumber, blocks, or by
any other means. To do so will result in damage to auger and/or serious injury.
• Do not raise the auger in high winds.
2.10. Hydraulic Lift Safety
• 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.
• Lower the auger fully before towing, then apply pressure to the lift cylinders until cable has
light tension.
• 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.
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2.11. Positioning the Auger
• Transport and place equipment on reasonably level ground when raising, lowering,
positioning, or operating.
• Move the auger into position slowly. Do not unhitch and attempt to move by hand.
• Chock wheels and anchor intake end after placement.
2.12. Towing the Auger
The auger is not intended for transport on public roads. If it requires transport on a public roadway, the
following steps should be taken:
• Check with local authorities regarding transport on public roads. Obey all applicable laws
and regulations.
• Always travel at a safe speed, never exceeding 20 mph (32 km/h).
• Reduce speed on rough surfaces.
• Do not transport on slopes greater than 20°.
• Use caution when turning corners or meeting traffic.
• Make sure the SMV (slow moving vehicle) emblem and all the lights and reflectors that are
required by local authorities are in place, are clean, and can be seen by all over-taking and
oncoming traffic.
• Always use hazard-warning flashers on tractor/towing vehicle when transporting unless
prohibited by law.
• Do not allow riders on the auger or towing vehicle during transport.
• Attach to towing vehicle with an appropriate pin and retainer. Always attach safety chains.
• Place the auger in the transport position before moving on roads.
2.13. 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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2.13.1 PTO Driveline Safety
Drive
• Keep body, hair, and clothing away from rotating PTO
driveline.
• Make certain the driveline shields telescope and rotate freely
on driveline before attaching.
• Make certain the driveline is securely attached at both ends.
• Do not operate auger unless all driveline, tractor, and
equipment shields are in place and in good working order.
• Do not exceed the specified operating speed.
• Keep universal joint angles small and equal. Do not exceed
maximum recommended length for PTO driveline.
• Engage tractor park brake and/or chock wheels.
Lockout
• Position all controls in neutral, shut off tractor’s engine, and remove key from tractor.
• If removing key is impossible, remove PTO driveline from tractor.
2.14. 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.
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2.15. Personal Protective Equipment
The following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should be worn when operating or maintaining the
equipment.
Safety Glasses
• Wear safety glasses at all times to protect eyes from debris.
Hearing Protection
• Wear ear protection to prevent hearing damage.
Coveralls
• Wear coveralls to protect skin.
Hard Hat
• Wear a hard hat to help protect your head.
Steel-Toe Boots
• Wear steel-toe boots to protect feet from falling debris.
Work Gloves
• Wear work gloves to protect your hands from sharp and rough edges.
Dust Mask
• Wear a dust mask to prevent breathing potentially harmful dust.
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2.16. 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.
2.17. 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.
2.17.1 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.
2.17.2 Safety Decal Locations and Details
Replicas of the safety decals that are attached to the auger and their messages are shown in the figure(s) that
follow. Safe operation and use of the auger 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
20817
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
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Table 1 Safety Decals (continued)
Part Number Description
20819
DANGER
ROTATING PTO DRIVELINE
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.
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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
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.
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
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.
20809
To prevent serious injury or death:
• Keep away from rotating cable sheaves and lift cables.
• Inspect lift cable periodically; replace if damaged.
• Inspect cable clamps periodically; tighten if
necessary.
WARNING
19960
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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