Chore-Time 108 FLEX-AUGER User manual

Extension Boot System
Installation Instructions
for
Model 108 FLEX-AUGER
Feed Delivery Systems
MA1102A12Effective May 1995

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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Chore-Time equipment warrants each new product manufactured by it to be free from defects in material or work-
manship for one year from the date of initial installation by the original purchaser. If such a defect is found by
Chore-Time to exist within the one year period, Chore-Time will, at its option, (a)repair or replace such product
free of charge, F.O.B. the factory of manufacture, or (b) refund to the original purchaser the original purchase
price, in lieu of such repair or replacement.
Additional extended warranties are herewith provided to the original purchaser as follows:
1. RLX Fans, less motors, for three years from date of installation.
2.* Poultry feeder pans that become unusable within five years from date of installation. Warranty
prorated after three years usage.
3. MEAL-TIMEHog Feeder pans that become unusable within five years of installation.
4. Rotating centerless augers, excluding applications involving High Moisture Corn (exceeding 18%),
for ten years from date of installation. Note: MULTIFLOand applications involving High Moisture
Corn are subject to a one year warranty.
5. Chore-Time manufactured roll-formed steel auger tubes for ten years from date of installation.
6.* Laying cages that become unusable within ten years. Warranty prorated after three years usage.
7.* ULTRAFLOAuger and ULTRAFLOFeed Trough (except ULTRAFLOTrough Liners) are
warranted for a period of five (5) years from date of original purchase against repeated breakage of
the auger or wear-through of the feed trough.
Conditions and limitations:
1. The product must be installed and operated in accordance with instructions published by Chore-Time
or warranty will be void.
2. Warranty is void if all components of a system are not supplied by Chore-Time.
3. This product must be purchased from and installed by an authorized Chore-Time dealer or certified
representative thereof, or the warranty will be void.
4. Malfunctions or failure resulting from misuse, abuse, negligence, alteration, accident, or lack of
proper maintenance shall not be considered defects under this warranty.
5. This warranty applies only to systems for the care of poultry and livestock. Other applications in
industry or commerce are not covered by this warranty.
Chore-Time shall not be liable for any consequential or special damage which any purchaser may suffer or claim
to have suffered as a result of any defect in the product. "Consequential" or "special damages" as used herein
include, but are not limited to, lost or damaged products or goods, costs of transportation, lost sales, lost orders,
lost income, increased overhead, labor and incidental costs and operational inefficiencies.
THIS WARRANTY CONSTITUTES CHORE-TIME’S ENTIRE AND SOLE WARRANTY AND CHORE-TIME
EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES AS TO MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR
PURPOSE SOLD AND DESCRIPTION OR QUALITY OF THE PRODUCT FURNISHED HEREUNDER.
Any exceptions to this warranty must be authorized in writing by an officer of the company. Chore-Time reserves
the right to change models and specifications at any time without notice or obligation to improve previous mod-
els.
*See separate "WARRANTY ADDITION" as to these products
CHORE-TIME EQUIPMENT, A Division of CTB, Inc.
P.O. Box 2000, Milford, Indiana 46542-2000 U.S.A.

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Caution, Warning and Danger Decals have been placed on the equipment to warn of potentially dangerous situations. Care
should be taken to keep this information intact and easy to read at all times. Replace missing or damaged safety signs.
Using the equipment for purposes other than specified in this manual may cause personal injury or damage to the equipment.
Safety–Alert Symbol
This is a safety–alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your equipment, be alert
to the potential for personal injury. Chore-Time equipment is designed to be installed
and operated as safely as possible...however, hazards do exist.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
DANGER—MOVING AUGER
This decal is placed on the Clean-Out Cover of the
FLEX-AUGER Control Unit.
Severe personal injury will result, if the electrical
power is not disconnected, prior to servicing the
equipment.
DANGER—ELECTRICAL HAZARD
Disconnect electrical power before inspecting or servicing equipment unless
maintenance instructions specifically state otherwise.
Ground all electrical equipment for safety.
All electrical wiring must be done by a qualified electrician in accordance with
local and national electric codes.
Ground all non-current carrying metal parts to guard against electrical shock.
With the exception of motor overload protection, electrical disconnects and
over current protection are not supplied with the equipment.
Signal Words
Signal words are used in conjunction with the safety–alert symbol to
identify the severity of the warning.
DANGER...........indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING .........indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, COULD result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION ..........indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate
injury.

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Use caution when working with the
Auger--springing auger may cause personal injury.
CAUTION
SUPPORT INFORMATION
Using this equipment for any other purpose or in a way not within the
operating recommendations specified in this manual will void the
warranty and may cause personal injury and/or death.
This manual is designed to provide installation, wiring, and parts
listing information.
IMPORTANT: CE stands for certified Europe. It is a standard which
equipment must meet or exceed in order to be sold in Europe. CE
provides a benchmark for safety and manufacturing issues. CE is
required only on equipment sold in Europe.
Chore-Time Equipment recognizes CE Mark and pursues compliance
in all applicable products.
Refer to Chore-Time Model 108 Installation Manual (MA1032) for
additional installation, operation, and parts listing information.

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*Maximum line lengths should be reduced for elevations over 8’ (2.4 m)
and/or inclines steeper than 45 degrees.
Maximum lengths for 108 systems include use of two PVC elbows. If
additional elbows are used, decrease line length by 30 ft. (9 m) per
elbow. Length of extension systems do not include elbows. Decrease
maximum extension system lengths by 30 ft. (9 m) per elbow if used in
the system.
Horsepower requirements are based on length of the Model 108
FLEX-AUGER system and type of system installed--i.e. number of
turns.
Planning the
Model 108 FLEX-AUGER
Extended Length Feed Delivery System
Maximum Line Lengths* for standard 348 RPM Systems
Motor Power Unit Standard Extended
HP Part No. System System
3/4 3259-52 50 Ft. (15.2 m) 75 Ft. (22.8 m)
1 3259-49 100 Ft. (30.5 m) 135 Ft. (41.1 m)
1-1/2 3259-66 150 Ft. (45.7 m) 185 Ft . (56.4 m)
Maximum Line Lengths* for High Capacity 425 RPM Systems
Motor Power Unit Standard Extended
HP Part No. System System
13259-79 50 Ft. (15.2 m) 75 Ft. (22.8 m)
1-1/2 3259-80 100 Ft. (30.5 m) 135 Ft. (41.1 m)
23259-121 150 Ft. (45.7 m) 185 Ft . (56.4 m)
Carefully plan the Model 108 Fill System installation. Make sure the
system will not interfere with other equipment, doors, windows, etc.
The charts below provide power unit recommendations and maximum
system line lengths. Notice that the top chart applies to standard 348
RPM systems.
The lower chart applies to (optional) High Capacity 425 RPM systems.

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Key Description
1Power Unit
2Control Unit
3Incoming Auger Tube
4Extension Boot (Model 108)
5Outgoing Auger Tube
6Adapter Plate
Figure 1.
Model 108 Extension Boot Installation
The Model 108 Extension Kit is used to increase total length of the
Model 108 FLEX-AUGER system, or to turn 90 degrees, in applications
where this is required.
Maximum lengths for the standard and extended length systems are
shown on page 5 of this manual. DO NOT EXCEED THESE
RECOMMENDATIONS.
1. Install the Control Unit at the end of the standard system as
described in the Control Unit installation section of this manual.
2. Remove the plastic drop from the bottom of the control unit housing.
Re-use the hardware to install the 7856 Adapter Plate to the control
unit housing. See Figure 1.
3. Install the Extension Boot on the bottom of the adapter plate, using
the hardware provided with the adapter plate. Note that the
Extension Boot can be installed to extend the system in a straight
line or used to make a 90 degree turn in installations where that is
desirable.
4. Install the extended length portion of the system similar to the
standard system.
5. Wire the extended length system according to the applicable wiring
diagrams in this manual.

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Extension System Wiring Diagram
(Single Phase, 230 V, 50/60Hz, w/o Motor Starters)
(1 H.P. or less motor horsepower)

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Extension System Wiring Diagram
(Single Phase, 230 V, 50/ 60Hz, w/o Motor Starters)
(1-1/2 H.P. or larger motor horsepower)

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Extension System Wiring Diagram
(Single Phase, 230 V, 50/60Hz, w/ Motor Starters)

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Extension System Wiring Diagram
(3-Phase, 220/380/415/460 V, 50/60Hz, w/ Motor Starters)

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KEY DESCRIPTION PART NO.
1Tube Clamp 34338
2Tube Insert 34337
3* Sealing Washer 8491
4* 5/16-18 Wing nut 2146
5* Cover Weldment 6301
6* Back Plate Assembly 6298
7Boot Body Weldment 30386
*Indicates components of 6197 Clean-Out Cover Assembly
EXTENSION BOOT KIT
Part No. 34633-1 (1 Phase)
Part No. 34633-3 (3 Phase)
KEY DESCRIPTION PART NO.
8Anchor Weldment 34369
9Bearing Cap Assembly 30314
10 5/8" Set Collar 1386
11 Safety Cap 29703
12 Anchor Clamp 7703
13 5/16-18 x 7/8" Socket Hd Cap Screw 6850-1
-- Adapter Plate Assembly 7856
-- Direct Drive Control Unit for 34633-1 6500-22
-- Direct Drive Control Unit for 34633-3 25770-6
Note: The Extension Boot components (less the Control Unit) may be ordered as an assembly under
Chore-Time Part No. 34372.

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Contact your nearby Chore-Time distributor or representative for additional parts and information.
Chore-Time Equipment, A Division of CTB, Inc.
P.O. Box 2000, Milford, Indiana 46542-2000 U.S.A.