Global Industrial MFS YORK STORMOR M04 User manual

P/N 10230001 Rev. 6-07
Bucket
Elevator
M04 - M08
8 1/2” X 16” LEGGING AND
10” X 21” LEGGING
CONSTRUCTION AND OWNERS MANUAL

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The Symbol shown below is used to call your attention to instructions
concerning your personal safety. Watch this symbol - it points out
important safety precautions. It means “ATTENTION” - Become Alert!
Your Personal Safety Is Involved! Read the message that follows
and be alert to the possibility of personal injury or death.
Your Personal Safety Is Involved
A copy of this manual should be available at all times to the owner/operator. Additional
copies may be requested from the company at the address shown on the back cover.
Please reference part number #10230001 when requesting additional copies.
Please Contact MFS/YORK/STORMOR or Your Dealer
If You Have Any Questions Concerning This Manual
Keep This Manual In A Safe Place Available For Future Reference
Be Alert!
The safety and performance of this elevator, constructed and readied for
operation will be affected by the installation and construction personnel.
Bucket Elevators generally involve extreme heights and high winds. Careful
consideration must be given to the structural requirements. We therefore
highly recommend the use of a skilled construction company with a qualied
structural engineer. MFS/YORK/STORMOR cannot be responsible for the
construction of the elevator. The information obtained in this manual is
offered only as a convenience to the installer. No liability is expressed or
implied toward the installation.

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GLOBAL INDUSTRIES, INC.
A GENUINE
PRODUCT
PREFACE
You have purchased the nest bucket elevator manufactured today. The following information
is intended as a guide for: bucket elevator pre-assembly, proper construction, and safe and
proper use once constructed.
General Safety Statement
Your safety and the safety of others associated with grain system equipment is of
prime concern to us at MFS/YORK/STORMOR. We wrote this manual to help you to
better understand how to safely build and use this YORK bucket elevator.
It is your responsibility as the owner, builder, operator, or supervisor, to know what
specic requirements, precautions, and hazards exist and to make these known to all
personnel working with the equipment or in the area, so that they too may take any
necessary safety precautions that may be required!
Failure to read this Manual and its Safety Instructions by all personnel is a misuse of
the equipment. We want you as our partner in safety!
All personnel, including construction personnel, must read and understand all of the
YORK Operator’s Manual before starting bucket elevator construction!

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Be Alert...................................................................2
General Safety Statement.....................................3
Warranty .................................................................6
1
Maintenance .................................................7
2
Safety ............................................................8
Grain Dust Explosions .............................................. 10
Operating Safety....................................................... 12
Lock-Out ................................................................... 13
Warning Decals ........................................................ 14
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Specications.............................................16
Bucket Elevator Dimensions..................................... 16
Model Specications................................................. 18
Parts Identication .................................................... 19
Stacking Drawing...................................................... 20
Ladder and Platform Arrangement............................ 21
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Pre-Assembly .............................................22
Guy Cables and Anchors.......................................... 23
Spouting Accessories ............................................... 26
Check Delivery.......................................................... 29
Hardware .................................................................. 30
General Assembly Instructions ................................. 31
Contents

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Assembly ....................................................32
Drive Assembly......................................................... 34
First Leg and Work Platform..................................... 39
Distributor Platform ................................................... 45
Ladders..................................................................... 48
Rest Platform ............................................................ 54
Stackable Leg Sections ............................................ 57
Setting and Guying ................................................... 60
Belt and Buckets....................................................... 61
Belt Splice................................................................. 62
Wire Rope Indicator.................................................. 64
Torque Arm Mounting Bracket .................................. 65
Truss Kits, 6’ - 12’ Diameter Downspouts................. 66
Typical Spider Arm.................................................... 67
Truss Cables............................................................. 68
Wire Rope Termination ............................................. 69
Belt Tension .............................................................. 71
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Start-Up and Operation..............................72
Trouble Shooting .................................................73
Index .....................................................................76

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Warranty
MFS/YORK/STORMOR DIVISION (the Company) makes the following warranty to the
initial retail purchaser of its products (the Customer).
MATERIALS and WORKMANSHIP:
The Company warrants products manufactured by it to be free from defects in materi-
als and workmanship in normal use and service for a period of one (1) year after date
of delivery to the Customer.
COMPANY’S OBLIGATION and
CUSTOMER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY:
The Company’s sole obligation and the Customer’s exclusive remedy under this war-
ranty is as follows:
If within one (1) year after delivery to the customer the product fails to function properly
due to a defect in either materials or workmanship, the Company will at its option, either
repair the defective part or replace the defective part with a new or reconditioned part.
Labor charges for removing defective parts and installing replacement parts, shipping
charges with respect to such parts, and applicable sales and other taxes, if any, shall not
be covered by this warranty.
CONDITIONS, LIMITATIONS, AND EXCLUSIONS:
There are no warranties or merchantability or tness for a particular purpose with
respect to any product manufactured or sold by the Company. Motors provided by the
Company are in most instances warranted by the manufacturer thereof and are not
warranted by the Company. The Company shall not be responsible under this war-
ranty or otherwise for personal injury or for Incidental or Consequential Damages,
including, without limitation, loss of use and lost prots. This warranty does not apply to
defects or damages caused by misuse, improper maintenance, or improper installation
of the Company’s product or any equipment attached to or used in connection with the
Company’s product. The Company reserves the right to make changes or improvements
to its products without incurring any obligation with respect to previously manufactured
products. Field modication of this product without the expressed written permission of
the Company constitutes a misuse of the product. The Company shall have no liability
under this warranty until payment in full for the product in question has been made by
the customer. The foregoing is the sole warranty made by the Company. No one is
authorized to make other warranties on behalf of the Company.

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1Maintenance
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WARNING! NEVER REMOVE OR LOOSEN ONE OR MORE CABLES
WITHOUT PROVIDING OTHER MEANS OF SUPPORT TO THE ELEVATOR LEG!
Regularly scheduled maintenance can greatly increase the life of your equipment
and reduce downtime. A good maintenance program includes general housekeeping,
adequate regular lubrication, and periodic inspection. Remember to check the
bucket elevator immediately if any unusual noise or vibration is observed.
Following is a list of some things you should check regularly at the given
specied intervals.
1Check the belt frequently to make certain it is running in the center of the leg. Check the
belt alignment every hour for the rst 10 hours and daily thereafter. A rubbing belt could
quickly cut a hole in the side of the leg or cause sparks.
2Check the bucket bolts for tightness after 10, 30, and 100 hours of operation and every
200 hours thereafter.
3Bearings are greased at the factory and do not need to be greased prior to start up.
Grease all bearings every 800 - 1000 hours after start up. While the unit is running
use only enough grease until you can see the fresh grease at the seals. If you cannot
lubricate the bearings while the unit is running, do it immediately upon shut down while
the bearing is still warm. Do not grease a cold bearing.
4Be certain to maintain the reducer as specied by the manufacturer. Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions for periodic oil level inspection and oil changes.
5Check the head pulley and drive belt after 10, 30, 100 and every 300 hours, or twice
yearly thereafter. See example (a) on page 71 for correct belt tension! The best belt
tension for a V-belt drive is the lowest tension at which the belts will not slip under the
highest load condition.
6Oil motor every 1000 hours or once yearly if equipped with oil holes or grease unit if
zerks are available.
7Check guy cables, turnbuckles, and cable clips every 3 months for damage or loosening.
If any cable needs to be tightened, use the procedure given on pages 69 - 70 in this
manual. Note: Any change in the cable tension may cause the leg to go out of plumb,
resulting in the belt not running straight or even in structural damage to the leg.
8Check for deterioration or looseness of any bolts or fasteners and continued secure
attachment of all ladders.
9Check for damaged or missing cups.
10 Check the pulley hub bolts and set screws after the rst 8 - 10 hours of operation.
11 Check for worn holes in the spouting.
the following page references on this page do not
automatically update: p71, p69, p70

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2Safety
2
This MFS/YORK/STORMOR Construction/Safety Manual is written to assist and instruct
those who are responsible for the complete elevator assembly, and for those who
operate it once assembled.
MFS/YORK/STORMOR assumes no liability with respect to proper construction,
assembly, inspection, or use of its products established under applicable laws, all of
which is the sole responsibility of the purchaser and those doing the assembly work.
Appurtenances and the accessories manufactured by us for use with our products
conform only to applicable Federal or Safety Standards in effect at such time.
GENERAL SAFETY STATEMENT
Occupational Safety is of prime concern to us at MFS/YORK/STORMOR. This manual
was written with the safety of the operator and others who come in contact with the
equipment as our prime concern. The manual presents day to day work problems
encountered by the operator and other personnel. We wrote this manual to help you
understand safe operating procedures for bucket elevators with accessory equipment.
It is your responsibility as an owner or operator or supervisor, to know what specic
requirements, precautions, and work hazards exist and to make these known to all other
personnel working with the equipment or in the area, so that they too may take any
necessary safety precautions that may be required.
Failure to read this Manual and its Safety Instructions by all personnel is a misuse of the
equipment.
WARNING! Watch For This Symbol: !
It Points Out Important Safety Precautions. It Means
“ATTENTION” - Become Alert! Your Safety Is Involved.
WORK AREA SAFETY STATEMENT
Under no circumstances should persons not involved in the operation be allowed to
tresspass into or be present in the work area.
It shall be the duty of all operators to see that children and/or other persons stay out
of the work area! Trespassing into the work area by anyone not involved in the actual
operations, or trespasssing into a hazard area by anyone, shall result in an immediate
shut down by the operator.
It shall be the duty of all operators to see that the work area has a secure footing and is
clean and free of all debris and tools which might cause accidental tripping and/or falling.
It shall also be their responsibility to keep the work area clean and orderly during the
operation.

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OPERATOR QUALIFICATIONS
Operation of this unit shall be limited to competent and experienced persons. In order to be
qualied, they must know and meet all other requirements, such as, but not limited to, the
following:
1Some laws and regulations specify that no one under the age of 16 years may operate
power machinery. It is your responsibility to know what these requirements are in your
own area or situation.
2Current OSHA regulations state in part: “At the time of initial assignment and at least
annually thereafter, the employer shall instruct every employee in the safe operation and
servicing of all equipment with which the employee is, or will be involved” *
3 Unqualied persons are to stay out of the work area.
4A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not
qualied to operate the machine.
*Federal Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Agriculture
Subpart D. Section 9128.57 (a) (6).
OSHA
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT OF 1970
Certain purchasers of our products may be subject to the requirements and standards of the
William-Steiger Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, which prescribes standards for use
of appurtenances of our manufacture, such as handrails, platforms, stairways, xed ladders,
ladder cages, and guard rails. (Occupational Safety and Health Standards Section 1910.21
through 1910.32). Before installing these devices, familiarize yourself with the above Federal
Standards.
At the time of manufacture, these optional items conform to applicable standards
MFS/YORK/STORMOR assumes no liability with respect to proper construction, assembly,
inspection, or use of its products under applicable laws, all of which is the sole responsibility of
the purchaser and those doing the assembly work.
PROPER PERSONNEL
To insure the safe use of all your material handling equipment be certain that only trained
personnel install, maintain, and operate your bucket elevator!
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Grain Dust Explosions
Any facility that stores and handles any type of grain is susceptible to a grain dust explosion.
Grain dust is not dirt. It is not inert, but highly ammable and can be very explosive in a conned
area. Seven elements must work together to produce a potentially deadly explosion.
1Air - Air must be present to provide the oxygen necessary for combustion.
2Fuel - In this case the fuel is the grain dust. The ner the dust, the easier it is to ignite.
3Suspension - A pile of grain dust will not explode, it must be suspended in air.
4Minimum Concentration - There must be a minimum concentration of grain dust in
suspension in the air. Current tests seem to indicate that minimum concentration is about
0.4 oz/ft2.
5Low Moisture - The grain dust must be of a relatively low moisture content. Ambient air
moisture or relative humidity, has no bearing on the potentiality of an explosion.
6 Ignition Source - The ignition source could come from a re, an overheated bearing, a
spark, welding or cutting sparks or debris, hot metal electric failure or other similar sources.
7Conned Area - An explosive action must take place within a conned area.
Recognizing this hazard, MFS/YORK/STORMOR believes that we all need to work together to
prevent grain dust explosions in order to protect lives, jobs, property, and prots. A number of
preventive measures can be taken to lesson the likelihood of an explosion. Following are some
suggested measures.
CONTROL THE DUST
a Employ methods to clean the grain to reduce the nes
b Use equipment to minimize the breakage, such as decelerators. Corn that is broken
exposes the starch, the most explosive element of the grain.
cUse an outside bag lter to capture the dust.
dUse an air system on the bucket elevator to reduce the dust inside grain elevators and
conveyors.
eSpraying edible mineral oil on the grain signicantly reduces the airborn dust when
handling grain.
fPaint equipment that is in the interior of a facility with a coating that is slick, not allowing
the dust to accumulate.
gEnclose all conveyors to keep the dust from escaping.
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CONTROL THE IGNITION SOURCE
aApply a “no smoking” policy in all potentially hazardous areas.
bUse only explosion proof lights.
cAll welding and cutting is to take place on the outside of the facility
dProperly lubricate bearings on all equipment at the required intervals.
eUse magnets to trap metal that might be mixed in with the grain.
fCheck the lagging on the bucket elevator head pulley and replace it if it is worn or
smooth.
gUse recommended safety devices such as heat detectors on bearings, motion sensors
on the boot shaft, belt alignment sensors, or limit switches to shut down the system if
the leg is choked. Make certain all electrical wiring, lights and outlets meet local codes
(Danger, do not “jog” a choked leg)
GRAIN DUST EXPLOSION MYTHS
Throughout the years several myths have surrounded grain dust explosions. These are some of
the most common:
aGrain dust explosions do not occur in times of high humidity
False: Dust explosions have occurred during rain storms.
bGrain dust explosions do not occur in wooden elevators. False
cGrain dust explosions do not occur in small country elevators.
False: 70% - 80% of grain elevator explosions occur in small country terminals.
dThere are only 2 explosions that occur, a primary and a secondary
False: Up to 13 explosions have been documented during one incident.
EXPLOSION VENTING
Explosion vents for the trunking can be supplied as optional equipment for all models of bucket
elevators. Explosion vents for heads are standard on all SC models and optional on smaller
units. These vents, should an explosion occur within a leg, may possibly minimize damage to
the leg and prevent a secondary explosion.
2Safety
ALL INFORMATION ON THIS PAGE
IS WARNING INFORMATION!
Note: Remember: Good housekeeping and safety procedures will help
protect lives, jobs, property and prots.

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2Safety
Operating Safety
Follow these 4 BASIC SAFETY RULES for your bucket elevator to make certain that
accidents do not occur! Make certain that everyone working with or around your bucket elevator
follows these rules!
1Be certain that all covers, grates, and guards are in place and securely fastened
before operating!
2Never step or walk on conveyor covers grates or guards!
3Lock out all power before removing covers, grates or guards! Secure all chains
and belts so that they can’t move before working on any part of your bucket
elevator or conveyor.
4 Don’t modify or redesign your bucket elevator without rst obtaining written approval
from MFS/YORK/STORMOR.
Following these 4 basic safety rules is a proven way to reduce accidents! Be certain to provide
all employees working on or near your bucket elevator with effective safety training, including
management.
It is ok to add extra safety rules for your job site but DO NOT SUBSTITUTE other safety
procedures for the 4 safety rules! Following the safety rules given for the safe use of your
bucket elevator requires a commitment at all levels within your company.
SECONDARY SAFETY DEVICES
Devices such as interlock switches, may be helpful but are not fail safe and should not be
substituted for a proper lock out procedure. Do not rely on a switch that can fail, can lose
adjustment or can be bypassed. A proper lock-out procedure will prevent accidents.
REMEMBER! There is no substitute for a commitment to safety!
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Lock-Out
FOLLOW A PROPER LOCKOUT PROCEDURE
This suggested procedure must be performed EVERY TIME your bucket elevator is to be
worked on. Stick with these steps and they will assist in preventing accidents.
1Shut down the bucket elevator in a normal manner.
2Shut off energy to the bucket elevator at the main power source.
3Turn the power switch back on to conrm that power has been deactivated.
4Attempt to restart the elevator to guarantee that the power is shut off and then
return the switch to the off position.
5Using your own lock, lockout all (other) energy sources which could provide any
power to the bucket elevator.
6With your lock in place test the disconnect to make certain the power cannot be
restored.
7Make absolutely certain that the power can’t be supplied by any way to the bucket
elevator.
8All authorized personnel must put his/her own personal lock on the switch to lock
it in the off position. Everyone must use only his or her own personal key.
9Nobody is to return power to the bucket elevator until all work on the elevator has
been completed and, all locks have been removed.
Company management needs to look for maintenance or other employees working on the
bucket elevator without following the proper lock out procedure. Management also needs to look
for any cover or guard not in its proper place. It is the responsibility of everyone to report any
missing grates, guards, equipment failures, or failures to lock out. Make certain that no cover is
removed unless power is locked out.
SAFETY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS
Please be free to contact MFS/YORK/STORMOR with any specic safety needs surrounding
your bucket elevator or its use!
ALL INFORMATION ON THIS PAGE
IS WARNING INFORMATION!

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Rev 3-00Rev 5-06
Decal Identification and Placement
1 on each side of the head and boot
1 on each side of the sliding hood
1 on each inspection section opening
SAFETY SIGNS
Safety and operational decals as
shown on the these 2 pages are
installed on your bucket elevator in
the locations indicated. Be sure all
of these decals are in their proper
location on the elevator and are in
good condition. Check all safety
decals and replace any that are worn,
missing, or illegible. They may be
ordered as any other part is ordered.
See your dealer for additional
information or contact the factory
direct at the address listed on the
back cover of this manual.
1 per each inspection cover
90204012
1 on the drive side of the head hood
Warning Decals
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Rev 3-00
1 for each explosion panel on head and legs
1 on the drive guard
1 at the boot end
1 at the boot end
1 at each end panel
1 per each inspection section
1 on both sides of each boot intake
1 per boot
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Bucket Elevator Dimensions
DENOTES OPTIONAL
1/4" EXPANDED METAL
URETHANE LINED AREAS
Shaft Projection
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COMPACT
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M - 4 M - 8
A8” [203mm] 10” [254mm]
B10 5/8” [270mm] 12 5/8” [321mm]
C16 1/2” [419mm] 21” [533mm]
E16 1/2” [419mm] 21 1/16” [535mm]
F15” [381mm] 15” [381mm]
G25” [635mm] 26 1/2” [673mm]
H9” [229mm] 11” [279mm]
J19” [483mm] 21” [533mm]
K36” [914mm] 42” [1067mm]
L60” [1524mm] 60” [1524mm]
M11 1/2” [mm] 13 3/8” [340mm]
N8” square [203mm] 8” square [203mm]
P5 1/4” [133mm]
Q11 1/8” [283mm] 10 3/16” [259mm]
R13” [330mm] 15 1/2” [394mm]
S24 1/8” [613mm] 25 21/32” [652mm]
T28 1/4” [718mm] 34 1/2” [876mm]
U19 1/4” [489mm] 15 1/4” [387mm]
V1 7/16” [37mm] 1 7/16” [37mm]
W17 5/16” [440mm]
X13” [330mm] 12 1/16” [306mm]
Y10” [254mm] 10” [254mm]
Z6” [152mm] 5 1/2” [138mm]
Dimensions Table
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3 Specications
Model Specications
M - 4 Elevator
MODEL
capacity in
bushels
per hour
WL + 10%
head
pulley
/ RPM
cup size
/ cup
spacing
head
shaft /
boot
shaft
head
shell /
boot
shell
legging spouting
required
belt size and
specication /
belt strength
bearings
M4-175 175 4 1/4” /
90 6”x4” / 8” 1 7/16” / 3/4”
12 ga /
12 ga
16 ga
“lockformed” 6”
7” PVC - static,
oil and re
resistant (SOF)
/ 225# PIW
self
aligning
sealed
ball
bearings
M4-500 500 4 1/4” /
140
6”x4” /
4 1/2”
1 7/16”
/ 3/4”
12 ga /
12 ga
16 ga
“lockformed” 6”
M4-700 700 4 1/4” /
205
6”x4” /
4 1/2”
1 7/16”
/ 3/4”
12 ga /
12 ga
16 ga
“lockformed” 6”
M - 8 Elevator
MODEL
capacity in
bushels
per hour
WL + 10%
head
pulley
/ RPM
cup size
/ cup
spacing
head
shaft /
boot
shaft
head
shell /
boot
shell
legging spouting
required
belt size and
specication /
belt strength
bearings
M8-20 200 8” /
120
6”x4” /
13 1/2”
1 7/16”
/ 1”
14 ga /
14 ga
14 ga
“lockformed” 6”
7” PVC - static,
oil and re
resistant (SOF)
/ 225# PIW
self
aligning
sealed
ball
bearings
M8-40 400 8” /
120 6”x4” / 9” 1 7/16” / 1”
14 ga /
14 ga
14 ga
“lockformed” 6”
M8-60 600 8” /
120 6”x4” / 6” 1 7/16” / 1”
14 ga /
14 ga
14 ga
“lockformed” 6”
M8-80 800 8” /
120
6”x4” /
4 1/2”
1 7/16”
/ 1”
14 ga /
14 ga
14 ga
“lockformed” 6”

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Parts Identication
Do not operate the bucket
elevator without the drive
guard installed!
head
head pulley
guy wire
bracket
boot pulley
inspection
door
boot
inlet hopper
inspection door
inspection
section
bucket
belt
guy cable
drive belts
motor
mount
motor
speed
reducer
bearing angles
left hand
drive
right hand
drive
head
(top view)
right or left hand drive illustration
drive guard
leg section
drive shaft

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3 Specications
Stacking Drawing
Note: If the leg is in a boot pit the leg
sections may be rearranged so that the
inspection sections are above grade.
10’ sections
head
6’ - 9’ section
5’ inspection
section
boot
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