Batco 1355 User manual

Part Number: P1512123 R0
Revised: 11/3/10
Read this manual before using product. Failure
to follow instructions and safety precautions can
result in serious injury, death, or property
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CONVEYOR S-DRIVE 55’-100’
1500 P / 2000 P SERIES
OPERATION MANUAL

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This product has been designed and constructed according to general engineering
standardsa. Other local regulations may apply and must be followed by the operator.
We strongly recommend that all personnel associated with this equipment be trained
in the correct operational and safety procedures required for this product. Periodic
reviews of this manual with all employees should be standard practice. For your
convenience, we include this sign-off sheet so you can record your periodic reviews.
a. Standards include organizations such as the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers,
American National Standards Institute, Canadian Standards Association, International Organization for
Standardization, and/or others.
Date Employee Signature Employer Signature

TABLE OF CONTENTS
BATCO - CONVEYOR S-DRIVE 55’-100’
1500 P / 2000 P SERIES
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1. Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 5
2. Safety First............................................................................................................................ 7
2.1. General Safety ......................................................................................................... 8
2.2. Transport and Placement Safety.............................................................................. 9
2.3. Operational and Maintenance Safety..................................................................... 10
2.4. Hydraulic Safety..................................................................................................... 12
2.5. Storage Safety........................................................................................................ 12
2.6. Tire Safety.............................................................................................................. 12
2.7. Battery Safety......................................................................................................... 12
2.8. Gas Engine Safety ................................................................................................. 13
2.9. PTO Driveline Safety.............................................................................................. 13
2.10. Electric Motor Safety............................................................................................ 13
2.11. Safety Decal Locations......................................................................................... 13
2.11.1. Decal Installation.................................................................................... 14
2.11.2. Decal Locations...................................................................................... 14
3. Components and Controls................................................................................................ 17
4. Transport............................................................................................................................. 19
4.1. Pre-Transport Checklist.......................................................................................... 19
4.2. Transport Procedure .............................................................................................. 19
5. Placement ........................................................................................................................... 21
5.1. Under Hopper Bottom Bins .................................................................................... 21
5.2. Filling Bins.............................................................................................................. 21
6. Operation ............................................................................................................................ 23
6.1. Pre-Operation Checklist......................................................................................... 23
6.2. Machine Break-In and Operation ........................................................................... 23
6.2.1. Drive Setup............................................................................................... 24
6.2.2. Starting Conveyor..................................................................................... 24
6.2.3. Conveyor Shutdown................................................................................. 25
6.2.4. Emergency Shutdown .............................................................................. 26
6.2.5. Re-starting (Full Tube).............................................................................. 26
6.2.6. Conveyor Operating Angles ..................................................................... 26
6.2.7. Belt Speed................................................................................................ 26
6.2.8. Operating Tips.......................................................................................... 27
7. Storage................................................................................................................................ 29

TABLE OF CONTENTS
BATCO - CONVEYOR S-DRIVE 55’-100’
1500 P / 2000 P SERIES
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8. Maintenance........................................................................................................................ 31
8.1. Maintenance Schedule........................................................................................... 31
8.1.1. Initial start-up servicing............................................................................. 31
8.1.2. 8 Hours or Daily........................................................................................ 31
8.1.3. 40 Hours or Weekly.................................................................................. 32
8.1.4. 200 Hours or Annually.............................................................................. 32
8.2. Maintenance Checklist ........................................................................................... 33
8.3. Service & Maintenance Procedures....................................................................... 34
8.3.1. Fluids and Lubricants................................................................................ 34
8.3.2. Greasing................................................................................................... 34
8.3.3. Conveyor Belt Tension ............................................................................. 34
8.3.4. Belt Tension Instructions .......................................................................... 35
8.3.5. Conveyor Belt Alignment.......................................................................... 36
8.3.6. Belt Relacing............................................................................................. 39
8.3.7. Conveyor Belt Replacement..................................................................... 39
8.3.8. Drive Belt Tension & Alignment (Gas and Electric Drive)......................... 41
8.3.9. Driveline Shield (PTO Drive)..................................................................... 41
8.3.10. Tube Alignment Cable Truss.................................................................. 41
9. Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................. 43
10. Appendix........................................................................................................................... 47
10.1. S-drive 55’-120’ Specifications............................................................................. 47
10.2. Conveyor Product Chart....................................................................................... 48
New Equipment Warranty ....................................................................................................... 49

BATCO - CONVEYOR S-DRIVE 55’-100’ 1. INTRODUCTION
1500 P / 2000 P SERIES
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1.Introduction
Congratulations on your choice of a Batco Conveyor to complement your agricul-
tural operation. This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet
the needs of the discriminating buyer for the efficient movement of grain, pulse
crops, fertilizer, and most other granular materials.
Safe, efficient, and trouble-free operation of your conveyor requires that you, and
anyone else who will be operating or maintaining the conveyor, read and under-
stand the safety, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting information in this
manual.
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Equipment is available in various combinations. In most cases, the following
instructions will apply to all machines. Where the assembly information varies,
additional instructions will be included and will be indicated with an arrow.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators
or owners. Call your Batco distributor or dealer if you need assistance, infor-
mation, or additional copies of the manual.
Always give your dealer the serial number of your Batco Grain Conveyor when
ordering parts or requesting service or other information.
The serial number plate is located where indicated above by the arrow on the
frame. Please mark the number in the space provided for easy reference.
Model#
Serial #
Production Year