GSI Group X Series Sweep User manual

PNEG-1858
12" and 16" “X” Series Sweep
Operator’s Manual
PNEG-1858
Date: 11-27-12

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Model Number of My Sweep:
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Date Delivered:
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Date Installed:
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NOTE: The manufacturer reserves the right to improve its product whenever possible and practical to
do so. We reserve the right to change, improve and modify products at any time without
obligation to make changes, improvements and modifications on equipment sold previously.
Personnel operating or working around this equipment should read this manual. This manual
must be delivered with equipment to its owner. Failure to read this manual and its safety
instructions is a misuse of the equipment. Any misuse of the equipment may void the warranty.

Table of Contents
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Contents
Chapter 1 Safety .....................................................................................................................................................4
Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................................. 4
Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................................. 5
Operator Qualifications ......................................................................................................................... 9
Chapter 2 Safety Decals ......................................................................................................................................10
Chapter 3 Product Overview ...............................................................................................................................14
Sweep Criteria Recommendations ...................................................................................................... 14
Product Information ............................................................................................................................. 16
General Information ............................................................................................................................ 16
Capacities and Specifications ............................................................................................................. 18
Chapter 4 Start-Up ...............................................................................................................................................21
Perform Pre-Start Checks ................................................................................................................... 21
Start the Auger .................................................................................................................................... 21
Chapter 5 Operation ............................................................................................................................................22
Operating the Sweep Auger ................................................................................................................ 22
Operating in Manual Mode .................................................................................................................. 23
Operating in Auto Mode ...................................................................................................................... 27
Cleanout Mode .................................................................................................................................... 29
Warning Messages ............................................................................................................................. 31
Chapter 6 Shut Down ...........................................................................................................................................32
Normal Shut Down .............................................................................................................................. 32
Emergency Shut Down ....................................................................................................................... 32
Storage Preparation ............................................................................................................................ 32
Chapter 7 Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................33
Maintain the Auger .............................................................................................................................. 33
Lubrication ........................................................................................................................................... 34
Chapter 8 Control Panel Diagrams .....................................................................................................................39
Control Panel Schematic 380V and 480V ........................................................................................... 39
Control Panel Schematic 600V ........................................................................................................... 40
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................41
FAQs ................................................................................................................................................... 42
Chapter 10 Parts List ...........................................................................................................................................49
Main Auger Components ................................................................................................................... 50
Auger Drive Components .................................................................................................................. 54
Track Drive Components ................................................................................................................... 56
Flight Components ............................................................................................................................ 58
Wheel and Caster Components ........................................................................................................ 62
12" and 16'' Plow Components .......................................................................................................... 64
Center Pivot and Collector Ring Components (Prior to 2013) ........................................................... 66
Center Pivot and Collector Ring Components (Current) ................................................................... 68
Electrical Connection Components ................................................................................................... 70
Control Panel Components ............................................................................................................... 71
Control Panel Assembly - 380V 3 Phase .......................................................................................... 72
Control Panel Assembly - 480V 3 Phase .......................................................................................... 74
Control Panel Assembly - 600V 3 Phase .......................................................................................... 76
Components ...................................................................................................................................... 78
Chapter 11 Warranty ............................................................................................................................................79

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1. Safety
Safety Guidelines
This manual contains information that is important for you, the owner/operator, to know and understand.
This information relates to protecting personal safety and preventing equipment problems. It is the
responsibility of the owner/operator to inform anyone operating or working in the area of this equipment
of these safety guidelines. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols that are defined
below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. Failure to read this manual and its
safety instructions is a misuse of the equipment and may lead to serious injury or death.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to
personal injury.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

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Safety Instructions
Our foremost concern is your safety and the safety of others associated with this equipment. We want to
keep you as a customer. This manual is to help you understand safe operating procedures and some
problems that may be encountered by the operator and other personnel.
As owner and/or operator, it is your responsibility to know what requirements, hazards, and precautions
exist, and to inform all personnel associated with the equipment or in the area. Safety precautions may be
required from the personnel. Avoid any alterations to the equipment. Such alterations may produce a very
dangerous situation, where SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH may occur.
This equipment shall be installed in accordance with the current installation codes and applicable
regulations, which should be carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having jurisdiction should be
consulted before installations are made.
Follow Safety Instructions
Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and
safety signs on your machine. Keep signs in good
condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Be
sure new equipment components and repair parts include
the current safety signs. Replacement safety signs are
available from the manufacturer.
Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls
properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction.
Keep your machinery in proper working condition.
Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair
the function and/or safety and affect machine life.
If you do not understand any part of this manual or need
assistance, contact your dealer.
Read and Understand Manual
Keep Hands Away from Moving Parts
DO NOT put hand or arm in hopper. Rotating auger can
crush and dismember.
DO NOT put any kind of tool inside hopper to try and clear
debris while the auger is running. Damage to the equipment
will result.
ALWAYS turn off and lock out all power sources before
servicing equipment.
Keep all shields and covers in place during operation. Rotating Auger

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Operate Motor Properly
In an emergency, shut down the power source.
Turn OFF and lock out all power sources before performing
any maintenance.
Do not operate electric motor equipped units until motors are
properly grounded.
Disconnect power on electrical driven units before resetting
motor overloads.
Do not repetitively stop and start the drive in order to free a
plugged condition. Jogging the drive in this manner can damage
the equipment and/or drive components. Electric Shock Hazard
Practice Safe Maintenance
Understand service procedures before doing work. Keep area
clean and dry.
Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is in operation.
Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating parts.
Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix
damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove any
built-up grease, oil, and debris. Maintain Equipment
and Work Area
Prepare for Emergencies
Be prepared if fire starts.
Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service,
hospital, and fire department near your telephone. Keep Emergency Equipment
Quickly Accessible

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Wear Protective Clothing
Wear close-fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate
to the job.
Remove all jewelry.
Tie long hair up and back.
Wear safety glasses at all times to protect eyes from debris.
Wear gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges on
plastic or steel parts.
Wear steel-toed boots to help protect your feet from falling
debris. Tuck in any loose or dangling shoestrings.
A respirator may be needed to prevent breathing potentially
toxic fumes and dust.
Wear a hard hat to help protect your head.
Wear appropriate fall protection equipment when working at
elevations greater than six feet (6').
Eye Protection
Gloves
Steel-Toed Boots
Respirator
Hard Hat
Fall Protection

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Operate Unload Equipment Properly
• Untrained operators subject themselves and others to SERIOUS INJURY
or DEATH. NEVER allow untrained personnel to operate this equipment.
• NEVER work alone.
• Keep children and other unqualified personnel out of the working
area at ALL times. Refer to the Start-Up section of this manual for
diagrams of the work area.
• Make sure ALL equipment is locked in position before operating.
• NEVER start equipment until ALL persons are clear of the work area.
• Keep hands and feet away from the auger intake and other moving parts.
• NEVER attempt to assist machinery operation or to remove trash from equipment while
in operation.
• Be sure all operators are adequately rested and prepared to perform all functions of operating
this equipment.
• NEVER allow any person intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol or drugs to operate
the equipment.
• Make sure someone is nearby who is aware of the proper shut down sequence in the event of an
accident or emergency.
• ALWAYS think before acting. NEVER act impulsively around the equipment.
• NEVER allow anyone inside a bin, truck or wagon which is being unloaded by an auger or
conveyor. Flowing grain can trap and suffocate in seconds.
• Use ample overhead lighting after sunset to light the work area.
• Keep area around intake free of obstacles such as electrical cords, blocks, etc., that might
trip workers.
• NEVER drive, stand or walk under the equipment.
• Use caution not to hit the auger when positioning the load.
• ALWAYS lock out ALL power to the equipment when finished unloading a bin.
• Be aware of pinch points. A pinch point is a narrow area between two surfaces that is likely to trap
or catch objects and so is a potential safety hazard.
Operate Unload
Equipment Safely

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Operator Qualifications
A. The User/Operator must be competent and experienced to operate auger equipment. Anyone who
works with or around augers must have good common sense in order to be qualified. These persons
must also know and meet all other qualifications, such as:
i. Any person who has not read and/or does not understand all operation and safety procedures
is not qualified to operate any auger systems.
ii. Certain regulations apply to personnel operating power machinery. Personnelunder the age of
18 years may not operate power machinery, including augers. It is your responsibility, as owner
and/or supervisor, to know what these regulations are in your area or situation.
iii. Unqualified or incompetent persons are to remain out of the work area.
iv. O.S.H.A. (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations state: “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”. (Federal Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Agriculture. Sub Part D,
Section 1928.57 (a) (6)).
B. As a requirement of O.S.H.A., it is necessary for the employer to train the employee in the safe
operating and safety procedures for this auger. The sign-off sheet is for your convenience and
personal record keeping. All unqualified persons should always stay out of work area. It is strongly
recommended that another qualified person who knows the shut down procedure is in the area in
the event of an emergency.
Date Employee Name Supervisor Name

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2. Safety Decals
The images below show the location of the decals and safety signs which should appear on the
“X” Series Sweep. (Refer to Page 10-13 for Decals.)
Figure 2A Safety Decal General Location Placement
NOTE: Please remember safety signs provide important safety information for people working near bin
unloading equipment that is in operation. Any safety signs that are worn, missing, illegible or
painted over should be replaced immediately. Obtain FREE replacements by contacting GSI.
Ref # Description Location
ARotating Auger Front of top flange
B High Voltage Corner of auger motor mount and each side of center well
CHigh Voltage Corner of drive motor plate
D Rotating Flighting Back of top flange
EShear Point Corner of drive motor plate
F Trip Hazard Each side of auger motor housing