CONVEY-ALL 1635-FL User manual

FIELD LOAD CONVEYOR
1635-FL • 1645-FL
OPERATOR’S MANUAL

SIGN-OFF FORM
Meridian Manufacturing Inc. follows the general Safety Standards specified by the American Society of
Agricultural Engineers (ASAE), and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Anyone
who will be operating and/or maintaining the tube conveyor must read and clearly understand ALL
Safety, Operating and Maintenance Information presented in this manual.
Do not operate or allow anyone else to operate this equipment until such information has been reviewed.
Annually review this information before the season start-up.
Make these periodic reviews of SAFETY and OPERATION a standard practice for all of your equipment.
We feel that an untrained operator is unqualified to operate this machine.
The following Sign-Off Form is provided for your record keeping to show that all personnel who will be
working with the equipment have read and understand the information in the Operator’s Manual and
have been instructed in the operation of the equipment. Copy this page to continue record.
Date Employee’s Signature Employer’s Signature

UNIT INSPECTION SAFETY INSPECTION
£All Fasteners Tight £All Guards/Shields Installed and Secured
£Engine (if equipped) Fluid Levels Checked £All Safety Decals Clear and Legible
£Drive Belts Tensioned, Pulleys Aligned £
Reflectors, Slow Moving Vehicle Sign are Clean
£Machine and All Bearings Lubricated £
Safety Chain on Hitch
£Conveyor Belt Aligned and Tensioned £
Reviewed Operating and Safety Instructions
£Conveyor Belt Moves Freely
£Conveyor Tube Raises and Lowers Smoothly
£Tire Pressure Checked
I have thoroughly instructed the buyer on the above described equipment. The review included the
content of the Operator’s Manual, equipment care, adjustments, safe operation and warranty policy.
Date _____________________ Dealer’s Signature _________________________________________
The above equipment and Operator’s Manual have been received by me. I have been thoroughly
instructed as to care, adjustments, safe operation and applicable warranty policy.
Date _____________________ Buyer’s Signature __________________________________________
The Dealer must fill out this form, and be signed by both the Dealer and Buyer at the time of delivery.
Scan or photograph the completed form (must be legible), and email it to: [email protected]
A copy of this form may also be mailed to: Box 760, 275 Hespler Ave, Winkler Manitoba R6W 4A8.
Buyer’s Name ____________________________ Dealer’s Name ____________________________
Address __________________________________ Address __________________________________
City ______________________________________ City ______________________________________
Province/State ____________________________ Province/State ____________________________
Postal Code/Zip Code _____________________ Postal Code/Zip Code _____________________
Country __________________________________ Country __________________________________
Phone Number ____________________________ Phone Number ____________________________
Unit’s Model Number ______________________ Unit’s Serial Number _______________________
Delivery Date _____________________________ General Purpose: £Private £Commercial
PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM
and INSPECTION REPORT

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION PAGE
Section 1: INTRODUCTION ....................... 1-1
1.1 Operator Orientation ....................... 1-1
1.2 Serial Number ............................ 1-1
Section 2: SAFETY.............................. 2-1
2.1 Safety Orientation ......................... 2-2
2.2 General Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
2.3 Equipment Safety Guidelines................. 2-3
2.4 Safety Decals ............................. 2-3
2.4.1 Applying Decals ........................ 2-3
2.5 Safety Decal Location ...................... 2-4
2.6 Work Preparation .......................... 2-5
2.7 Placement Safety .......................... 2-5
2.8 Lock-Out Tag-Out Safety .................... 2-5
2.9 PTO Safety............................... 2-6
2.10 Electrical Safety .......................... 2-6
2.11 Tire Safety .............................. 2-6
2.12 Engine Safety ............................ 2-7
2.13 Operating Safety ......................... 2-8
2.14 Hydraulic Safety.......................... 2-8
2.15 Maintenance Safety ....................... 2-9
2.16 Tire Safety .............................. 2-9
2.17 Battery Safety ........................... 2-9
2.18 Workplace Hazard Area ....................2-10
2.19 Transport Safety..........................2-11
2.20 Storage Safety ...........................2-11
Section 3: OPERATION .......................... 3-1
3.1 Machine Components ...................... 3-2
3.2 Components and Controls................... 3-4
3.3 Machine Break-In.......................... 3-7
3.4 Pre-Operation Checklist..................... 3-7
3.5 Attaching to Tow Vehicle .................... 3-8
3.6 Conveyor Placement ....................... 3-9
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DESCRIPTION PAGE
3.7 Operating on Site ..........................3-10
3.7.1 Starting Conveyor ......................3-10
3.7.2 Stopping Conveyor .....................3-11
3.7.3 Emergency Stopping ....................3-11
3.7.4 Restarting after Emergency Stop...........3-11
3.7.5 Unplugging............................3-11
3.8 Operating Hints ...........................3-12
3.9 Transportation ............................3-13
3.10 Storage.................................3-14
Section 4: Service and Maintenance ................ 4-1
4.1 Fluids and Lubricants....................... 4-1
4.1.1 Greasing.............................. 4-2
4.2 Servicing Intervals ......................... 4-3
4.2.1 After 10 Hours or Daily................... 4-3
4.2.2 After 50 Hours or Weekly ................. 4-5
4.2.3 After 100 Hours or Monthly ............... 4-6
4.2.4 After 200 Hours or Annually ............... 4-7
4.3 Maintenance Procedures .................... 4-8
4.3.1 Conveyor Belt Tension ................... 4-8
4.3.2 Conveyor Belt Alignment ................. 4-9
4.3.3 Conveyor Belt Replacement ..............4-11
4.3.4 Drive Belt Tension ......................4-12
4.3.5 Check Pulley Alignment ..................4-13
4.3.6 Drive Belt Replacement ..................4-13
4.4 Service Record............................4-15
4.5 Ordering Parts ............................4-16
Section 5: Troubleshooting ....................... 5-1
Section 6: Reference ............................ 6-1
6.1 Specifications............................. 6-1
6.2 Working Measurements ..................... 6-1
6.3 Bolt Torque............................... 6-2
Warranty Statement

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Section 1: INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your choice of a Convey-All™ Field Load (FL) conveyor. It is designed to efficiently
move grain, pulse crops or granular material.
Convey-All™ is a member of the Meridian Manufacturing Inc. family. The equipment we design and
manufacture meet the exacting standards of the agricultural industry.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and pass it on to new operators or owners. Call your
dealer, distributor or Meridian Manufacturing Inc., if you need assistance, information, additional/
replacement copies, or a digital copy of this document.
Information provided herein is of a descriptive nature. Meridian Manufacturing Inc. reserves the right to
modify the machinery design and specifications provided herein without any preliminary notice.
Performance quality may depend on the material being handled, weather conditions and other factors.
1.1 OPERATOR ORIENTATION
The directions; left, right, front and rear, as mentioned throughout this manual, are as seen from the tow
vehicle driver’s seat, facing the direction of travel. The hopper is the front of the conveyor.
1.2 SERIAL NUMBER
Always give your dealer the serial number when
ordering parts, requesting service or asking for
other information. The conveyor’s serial number
is located at the hopper.
Use the space provided for easy reference:
Conveyor Model No: _______________________
Conveyor Serial No: _______________________
Engine/Motor Model No: ___________________
Engine/Motor Serial No: ____________________ Fig 1 - Serial Number Location

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Section 2: SAFETY
The Safety Alert Symbol means:
ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! The Safety Alert Symbol
identifies important safety
messages on the conveyor
and in this manual.
3 Big Reasons why safety
is important to you:
• Accidents Disable and Kill
• Accidents Cost
• Accidents Can Be Avoided
The following signal words are used in this manual to express
the degree of hazard for areas of personal safety.
When you see the symbol and/or the signal words described below,
obey the accompanying message to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury. This signal word is limited to the
most extreme situations. Typically for machine components
which, for functional purposes, cannot be guarded.
Indicates a hazardous situation, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury. This word identifies hazards that are
exposed when guards are removed. It may be used to alert
against unsafe practices.
Indicates a hazardous situation, if not avoided, could result
in minor or moderate injury. It may be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
Indicates practices or situations which may result in the
malfunction of, or damage to equipment.
Safety instructions (or equivalent) signs indicate specific
safety-related instructions or procedures.

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2.1 SAFETY ORIENTATION
YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation
and maintenance of your Convey-All™ Field
Load conveyor. Be sure that everyone who will
operate, maintain or work around it, is familiar
with the safety, operating and maintenance
procedures.
This manual will take you step-by-step through
your working day. It will alert you to all the
safe practices that should be adhered to while
operating the conveyor.
It has been said, “The best safety feature is
an informed, careful operator.” Good safety
practices not only protect you but also the
people around you. Make these practices a
dynamic part of your workday.
Most accidents can be prevented. Do not risk
injury or death by ignoring good safety practices.
•Conveyor owners must give operating
instructions to operators or employees before
allowing them to operate the machine.
Procedures must be reviewed annually
thereafter, as per OSHA (Occupational Safety
and Health Administration) regulation 1928.57.
•The most important safety device on this
equipment is a SAFE operator. It is the
operator’s responsibility to understand all
safety and operating instructions in this
document, and to follow them.
•An untrained operator exposes himself and
bystanders to possible serious injury or death.
• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
2.2 GENERAL SAFETY
•Read and understand the Operator’s
Manual and all safety decals before
operating, maintaining, adjusting or
unplugging the conveyor.
•Only trained, competent persons shall operate
the conveyor. An untrained person is not
qualified to operate the machine.
•Have a first-aid kit available for use
should the need arise.
•Provide a fire extinguisher for use
in case of an accident. Store in a
highly visible place.
• Do not allow riders.
•Do not allow children, spectators or bystanders
within hazard area around the machine.
•Wear appropriate protective gear. This list may
include but is not limited to:
- Hard hat
- Protective shoes with
slip resistant soles
- Eye protection
- Work gloves
- Hearing protection
- Respirator or
filter mask
- Hi-Visibility safety vest
•Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which
can hinder alertness or coordination while
operating this equipment.
Consult your doctor about operating machine
while taking prescription medications.
•If the elderly are assisting with farm work, their
physical limitations need to be recognized and
accommodated.
•Review safety related items annually with all
personnel who will be operating or maintaining
the conveyor.

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2.3 EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES
•Safety of the operator and bystanders is one
of the main concerns when designing and
developing this conveyor. However, every year
many accidents occur which could have been
avoided by a few seconds of thought, and a
more careful approach to handling equipment.
•Do not allow personnel to operate this unit
until they have read this manual. They should
have a thorough understanding of the safety
precautions.
Review the safety instructions with all users
annually.
•In order to provide a better view,
certain photographs or illustrations
in this manual may show an
assembly with safety guards
removed.
Equipment should never be
operated in this condition. All
guards must be in place. If removal
becomes necessary for repairs,
replace the guard prior to use.
•This equipment is dangerous to children and
persons unfamiliar with its operation.
The operator must be responsible, properly
trained and physically able. You should be
familiar with farm machinery in general.
•Never exceed the limits of a piece of machinery.
If its ability to do a job, or to do so safely, is in
question - DO NOT TRY IT.
•Do not modify the equipment in any way.
Unauthorized modification result in serious
injury or death and may impair the function
and life of the equipment.
•The design and configuration of this conveyor
includes safety decals and equipment. They
need to be clean, readable and in good
condition.
2.4 SAFETY DECALS
• Keep safety decals clean/legible at all times.
•Replace safety decals that are missing or have
become illegible.
•Replaced parts must display the same decal(s)
as the original parts.
•All safety decals have a part number in the
lower right hand corner. Use this part number
when ordering replacements.
•Safetydecals are availablefromyourauthorized
distributor, dealer’s parts department or from
Meridian Manufacturing Inc.
2.4.1 Applying Decals:
1. Be sure the application area is clean and
dry. Ensure the surrounding temperature is
above 10°C (50°F).
-Remove all dirt, grease, wax from the
surface.
- Clean with a non-ammonia based cleaner.
-Wipe the clean surface with isopropyl
alcohol on paper towel, and allow to dry.
2. Determine the exact position before you
remove the backing paper.
3. Peel a small portion of the split backing paper.
4. Align the decal over the specified area. Use
a squeegee to carefully press the small
portion, with the exposed adhesive backing,
into place.
5. Slowly peel back the remaining paper and
carefully smooth the rest of the decal into
place.
6. Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin
and smoothed out using the squeegee, or a
piece of sign backing paper.

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REMEMBER - If safety decals have been damaged, removed, become illegible, or parts were replaced
without signage, new ones must be applied. New decals are available from your authorized dealer.
2.5 SAFETY DECAL LOCATION
The following illustration show the general location of safety decals on this conveyor. The position of
decals may vary depending on the machine’s options. Decals are not shown at actual size.
Fig 2 - Conveyor with top-end drive
3630000004
3617000005
3647000001
3630000010
3617000002
3617000009
3646000001
Fig 3 - Conveyor with gas drive
3630000004
3617000005
3617000004
3622000005
Fig 4 - Conveyor with electric drive
3630000004
3617000005

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Noise over 85 db on a long-term basis can
cause severe hearing loss.
Noise over 90 db adjacent to the operator over
a long-term basis may cause permanent, total
hearing loss.
Note:
Hearing loss from loud noise
(tractors, chain saws, radios, etc.)
is cumulative over a lifetime
without hope of natural recovery.
•Clear working area of stones, branches or
hidden obstacles that might be hooked or
snagged, causing injury or damage.
•Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
•Be sure machine is in a stable position, is
adjusted and in good operating condition.
•Ensure that all safety guards and safety decals
are properly installed and in good condition.
•Before starting, inspect the unit for any loose
bolts, worn parts, cracks, leaks or frayed belts.
Make the necessary repairs.
Always follow the maintenance instructions.
2.6 WORK PREPARATION
•Never operate the conveyor and its engine until
you have read this manual, and understand
the information.
Also, read the engine operator’s manual.
•Be familiar with the safety messages found on
the decals around this unit.
•Personal protective equipment (PPE)
include:
- Hard hat
- Eye protection
- Protective shoes
- Work gloves
They are recommended during
installation, placement, operation,
maintenance and removal of the
equipment.
•Do not allow long hair, loose fitting clothing or
jewelry to be around equipment.
•PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE
MAY CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING LOSS!
Agricultural equipment can often be
noisy enough to cause permanent,
partial hearing loss. We recommend
that you wear hearing protection on
a full-time basis if the noise in the
Operator’s position exceeds 80 db.
3617000007
Fig 5 - Conveyor with PTO drive
3646000001

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2.7 PLACEMENT SAFETY
•Stay away from overhead power lines
when operating or moving the conveyor.
Electrocution can occur without direct contact.
• Keep conveyor as low as possible.
• Chock conveyor wheels before operating.
•Position conveyor providing enough space for
trucks to load or unload.
•Operate conveyor on level ground, free of debris.
2.8 LOCK-OUT TAG-OUT SAFETY
•Establish a formal Lock-Out Tag-Out program
for your operation.
•Train all operators and service personnel
before allowing them to work around the area.
•Provide tags on the machine and a sign-up
sheet to record tag-out details.
2.9 PTO SAFETY
•Never use a PTO driveline without a rotating
shield in good working order.
•Ensure PTO shields turn freely on the driveline.
•PTO driveline must be securely attached at
both ends before operating.
•Keep body, hair, and clothing away from
rotating PTO driveline.
• Keep U-joint angles small and equal.
-Do not exceed recommended operating
length for PTO driveline.
•Before starting tractor, turn power to PTO to
the off position (where applicable).
2.10 ELECTRICAL SAFETY
•Have only a qualified electrician
supply power. All wiring should
comply with the ANSI/NFPA 70
electrical requirements.
•Make certain that the conveyor motor is
properly grounded at the power source.
•Ensure that all electrical switches are in the
OFF position before plugging the conveyor in.
•Turn machine OFF, shut down and lock out
power supply (safety lock-out devices are
available through your Convey-All dealer parts
department) and wait for all moving parts to
stop before assembling, servicing, adjusting,
maintaining or repairing.
• Disconnect power before resetting any motor.
•Replace any damaged electrical plugs, cords,
switches and components immediately.
•Do not work on the conveyor’s electrical
system unless the power cord is unplugged or
the power supply is locked out.
2.11 TIRE SAFETY
•Failure to follow procedure when mounting a
tire on a wheel or rim can produce an explosion
and 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.

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• Read and understand the operating
manual provided with the engine.
• Use proper tools to service engine.
• Do not run engine in an enclosed area. Exhaust
gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless
and deadly poison.
• Store fuel in approved safety containers.
• Do not store fuel near open flame.
Appliances such as a stove,
furnace, or water heater use a pilot
light which can create a spark.
• No smoking when filling fuel tank.
• Do not remove fuel cap while engine is running.
• Do not refuel indoors where area is not well
ventilated. Outdoor refueling is preferred.
• Do not refuel while engine is running. Allow
engine to cool for 5 minutes before proceeding.
• Use fresh fuel. Stale fuel can gum carburetor
and cause leakage.
• Check fuel lines and fittings frequently for
cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.
• Do not operate engine if fuel has spilled. Move
machine away. Avoid creating any ignition
until the fuel has evaporated.
• Do not run engine above rated speeds. This
may result in damage and injury.
• Do not tamper with the engine speed selected
by the original equipment manufacturer.
• Do not operate engine with grass, leaves, dirt
or other combustible materials in muffler area.
• Do not operate engine without muffler.
2.12 ENGINE SAFETY
• Do not tamper with governor springs, governor
links or other parts which may increase the
governed engine speed.
• Do not strike flywheel with hard object or metal
tool. This may cause it to shatter in operation.
• Keep cylinder fins/governor parts free of grass
and other debris which can affect engine speed.
HOT EQUIPMENT HAZARD
Do not touch muffler, cylinder or fins while
en`gine is running. Contact will cause burns.
• Do not use this engine on any forest covered,
brush covered, or grass covered unimproved
land, unless a spark arrester is installed on
muffler. The arrester must be maintained in
effective working order by operator.
In the State of California the above is required
by law (Section 4442 of the California Public
Resources Code). Other states may have similar
laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.
• Inspect the muffler periodically. Replace it
when necessary.
If engine is equipped with a muffler deflector,
inspect periodically. Replace with correct part.
• Do not check for spark, or crank engine with
spark plug or spark plug wire removed.
• Do not run engine with air filter or its cover
removed.
Possible Engine Damage
Decelerate engine slowly to stop. Avoid choking
the carburetor to stop engine. Choke only for an
emergency stop.

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• Chock wheels of conveyor before starting.
•Be sure that conveyor tube is empty before
raising or lowering.
•Close hydraulic lift ball valve when machine is
in working position or before transporting.
•High winds may overturn conveyor. To avoid
damage to structures and equipment, do not
raise conveyor fully in windy conditions.
Do not leave conveyor raised, when not in use.
2.14 HYDRAULIC SAFETY
•Always place hydraulic controls in neutral.
Then relieve pressure in hydraulic system
before maintaining or working on machine.
•Be sure that all components in the hydraulic
system are kept in good condition and are clean.
•Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened or
crimped hoses.
•Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the
hydraulic fittings or hoses by using tape,
clamps or cements. The hydraulic system
operates under extremely high-pressure.
Such repairs will fail suddenly and create a
hazardous and unsafe condition.
•Wear properhandand eyeprotection
when searching for a high-pressure
hydraulic leak. Use a piece of wood
or cardboard as backstop instead
of hand to isolate/identify a leak.
•If injured by a concentrated high-
pressure stream of hydraulic fluid,
seek medical attention immediately.
Serious infection or toxic reaction
can develop from hydraulic fluid
piercing the skin surface.
2.13 OPERATING SAFETY
•Anyone who will be operating this
conveyor, or working around it, must
read this manual. They must know
operating, maintenance, safety info.
Review the manual annually.
•Clean or replace all safety decals if they cannot
be clearly read and understood.
•Place all controls in neutral, and stop the
engine. Remove the ignition key. Wait for
all moving parts to stop before adjusting,
repairing or unplugging.
•Keep all bystanders, especially children, away
from the machine when running.
Also, when authorized personnel are carrying
out maintenance work.
•Establish a Lock-Out, Tag-Out policy for the
work site. Be sure all personnel are trained in
and follow all procedures.
Lock-out, tag-out all power sources before
servicing the unit or working around equipment.
•Be familiar with machine hazard area. If anyone
enters hazard areas, shut down machine
immediately. Clear the area before restarting.
•Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing
away from all moving/rotating parts.
•Do not allow riders on the conveyor when
moving or transporting it.
•Keep working area clean and free of
debris to prevent slipping/tripping.
•Stay away from overhead obstructions and
power lines during operation and transporting.
Electrocution can occur without direct contact.
•Do not operate the conveyor when any guards
are removed.

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2.15 MAINTENANCE SAFETY
•Review Section 4: Service and Maintenance,
before maintaining or operating the conveyor.
• Follow good shop practices:
- Keep service area clean and dry.
-Be sure electrical outlets and tools
are properly grounded.
- Use adequate light for the job.
•Place all controls in neutral or off. Stop engine,
and remove ignition key. Wait for all moving
parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing.
•Relieve pressure from hydraulic
circuit before servicing.
•Before applying pressure to a
hydraulic system, ensure all
components are tight and that hoses
and couplings are in good condition.
•Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing
away from all moving/rotating parts.
•Replace parts with genuine factory
replacements parts to restore your equipment
to original specifications.
Meridian Manufacturing Inc. will not be
responsible for injuries or damages caused by
using unapproved parts and/or accessories.
•Make sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never
operate the engine in a closed building. The
exhaust fumes may cause asphyxiation.
•Clear the area of bystanders, especially
children, when carrying out any maintenance
and repairs or making any adjustments.
•Place stands or blocks under the frame before
working beneath the machine.
•Before resuming work, install and secure all
guards when maintenance work is completed.
•Replace damaged or not clearly visible decals.
2.16 TIRE SAFETY
•Failure to follow procedure when
mounting a tire on a wheel or rim
can produce an explosion and may
result in serious injury or death.
•Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have
proper equipment and training to do the job.
•Have a qualified tire dealer or repair service
perform required tire maintenance.
•When replacing worn tires, make sure they meet
original tire specifications. Never undersize.
•Reference the tire side wall for information on
the maximum cold tire pressure (PSI). Keep
the tires inflated to this setting.
2.17 BATTERY SAFETY
•Keep all sparks and flames away from battery,
as the gas given off by electrolyte is explosive.
•Avoid contact with battery electrolyte. Wash
off any spilled electrolyte immediately.
• Wear safety glasses when working
near batteries.
•Do not tip batteries more than 45 degrees, to
avoid electrolyte loss.
•To avoid injury from spark or short circuit,
disconnect battery ground cable before
servicing any part of electrical system.
•When storing conveyor for an extended period:
- Remove the battery.
- Be sure it is fully charged.
- Store it inside.
- Do not sit battery on a cold, concrete floor.
•Before using the battery, after it has been in
storage, be sure it is charged.

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OVERHEAD WIRES
KEEP AWAY
KEEP OUT OF
SHADED HAZARD AREA
UNDER CONVEYOR AND
UNDERCARRIAGE
AREA HAZARD
KEEP AWAY
CONVEYOR INTAKE
AREA HAZARD
KEEP AWAY
DO NOT RAISE CONVEYOR
IN HIGH WIND
CONVEYOR DRIVE
AREA HAZARD
KEEP AWAY
WHEEL CHOCKS
WHEEL CHOCKS
WORK AREA
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL
ONLY
2.18 WORKPLACE HAZARD AREA
Fig 6 - Workplace Hazard Area

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2.19 TRANSPORT SAFETY
•The conveyor belt must be empty before
raising or lowering the tube.
•Always transport conveyor in collapsed position.
•Ensure all lights, reflectors, other lighting
requirements are installed and in good condition.
• Never allow riders on the conveyor.
•Comply with all local laws governing safety
and transporting of equipment on public roads.
•Do not exceed a safe travel speed. Slow down
for rough terrain and when cornering.
•Stay away from overhead power lines.
Electrocution can occur without direct contact.
• Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic.
• Do not drink and drive.
•Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield
to oncoming traffic in all situations, including
narrow bridges, intersections, etc. Watch for
traffic when driving near or crossing roadways.
2.20 STORAGE SAFETY
• Store the conveyor on a firm, level surface.
• Store in an area away from human activity.
•If required, make sure the unit is solidly
blocked up.
•Remove the battery and store in dry location.
Do not sit battery on a cold, concrete floor.
•Make certain all mechanical locks are safely
and positively connected before storing.
•Do not permit children to play on or around the
stored machinery.
OVERHEAD WIRES
KEEP AWAY
KEEP OUT OF
SHADED HAZARD AREA
Fig 7 - Transporting Hazard Area

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