GSI Group PNEG-1451 User manual

PNEG-1451
Ladder, Safety Cage and
Platform Assembly for
GSI Hopper Tanks
Installation Manual
PNEG-1451
Date: 10-21-13

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Table of Contents
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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................5
Chapter 2 Safety .....................................................................................................................................................6
Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................................. 6
Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................................. 7
Chapter 3 Safety Decals ........................................................................................................................................9
Roof Damage Warning and Disclaimer ................................................................................................. 9
Chapter 4 General Detail Information ................................................................................................................12
Extension Rail Installation ................................................................................................................... 12
Ladder Section Assembly ................................................................................................................... 13
Ladder Standoff Detail ........................................................................................................................ 14
Extension Angle Hole Detail ................................................................................................................ 15
Safety Cage Hoop Bracket Assembly ................................................................................................. 16
Chapter 5 2.66" Corrugated Commercial Hopper Tank 4-9 Rings ...................................................................20
2.66" Commercial Hopper Tank (NCHT) Ladder and Platform Layout 4-9 Rings ............................... 20
NCHT Ladder, Safety Cage and Platform Instructions 4-9 Rings ....................................................... 22
Eave Starter Bracket Installation..................................................................................................... 22
Location of Field Drilled Holes for Eave Ladder Starter Brackets ................................................... 23
Eave Starter Bracket and Ladder Assembly with Safety Cage ....................................................... 24
Eave Adjustable Braces .................................................................................................................. 27
Eave Platform Mounting Angle Installation...................................................................................... 28
Right Hand Platform and Platform Support Assembly ........................................................................ 29
Eave Safety Cage Hoop Assembly ..................................................................................................... 31
Adapter Assembly Detail ..................................................................................................................... 32
Vertical Supports ................................................................................................................................. 33
32" and 48" Safety Cage ..................................................................................................................... 33
Access Door Platform Mounting Angle Installation ............................................................................. 34
Left Hand Platform and Platform Support Assembly ........................................................................... 35
Access Door Safety Cage Hoop Assembly ......................................................................................... 37
24"-48" Safety Cage Bell Sections ...................................................................................................... 38
Ladder Support Detail ......................................................................................................................... 39
Chapter 6 2.66" Corrugated Commercial Hopper Tank 10-22 Rings ...............................................................42
2.66" Commercial Hopper Tank (NCHT) Ladder and Platform Layout 10-22 Rings ........................... 42
NCHT Ladder, Safety Cage and Platform Instructions 10-22 Rings ................................................... 46
Eave Starter Bracket Installation..................................................................................................... 46
Location of Field Drilled Holes for Eave Ladder Starter Brackets ................................................... 46
Eave Starter Bracket and Ladder Assembly with Safety Cage ....................................................... 47
Eave Adjustable Braces .................................................................................................................. 50
Eave Platform Mounting Angle Installation...................................................................................... 51
Right Hand Platform and Platform Support Assembly ........................................................................ 52
Eave Safety Cage Hoop Assembly ..................................................................................................... 54
Adapter Assembly Detail ..................................................................................................................... 55
Vertical Supports ................................................................................................................................. 56
48" Safety Cage .................................................................................................................................. 56
24"-48" Safety Cage Bell Sections ...................................................................................................... 57
Intermediate Platform Mounting Angle Installation .............................................................................. 58
Location of Field Drilled Holes for Intermediate Ladder Starter Brackets ........................................... 59

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Intermediate Starter Bracket and Ladder Assembly with Safety Cage ............................................... 60
Intermediate and Base Safety Cage Hoop Assembly ......................................................................... 61
Base Platform Mounting Angle Installation ......................................................................................... 62
Location of Field Drilled Holes for Base Ladder Starter Brackets ....................................................... 63
Base Starter Bracket and Ladder Assembly with Safety Cage ........................................................... 64
Access Door Platform Mounting Angle Installation ............................................................................. 65
Left Hand Platform and Platform Support Assembly ........................................................................... 66
Access Door Safety Cage Hoop Assembly ......................................................................................... 68
Ladder Support Detail ......................................................................................................................... 69
Chapter 7 4.00" Corrugation Farm Commercial Hopper Tanks (FCHT) 4-6 Rings .........................................72
4.00" Farm Commercial Hopper Tank Ladder and Platform Layout 4-6 Rings ................................... 72
FCHT Ladder, Safety Cage and Platform Instructions 4-6 Rings ....................................................... 74
Eave Starter Bracket Installation ..................................................................................................... 74
Location of Field Drilled Holes for Eave Ladder Starter Brackets ................................................... 75
Eave Starter Bracket and Ladder Assembly with Safety Cage ....................................................... 76
Eave Adjustable Braces .................................................................................................................. 79
Eave Platform Mounting Angle Installation...................................................................................... 80
Right Hand Platform and Platform Support Assembly ........................................................................ 81
Eave Safety Cage Hoop Assembly...................................................................................................... 83
Adapter Assembly Detail ..................................................................................................................... 84
Vertical Supports ................................................................................................................................. 85
44" and 48" Safety Cage ..................................................................................................................... 85
Access Door Platform Mounting Angle Installation ............................................................................. 86
Left Hand Platform and Platform Support Assembly ........................................................................... 87
Access Door Safety Cage Hoop Assembly ......................................................................................... 89
24"-48" Safety Cage Bell Sections ...................................................................................................... 90
Ladder Support Detail ......................................................................................................................... 91
Chapter 8 4.00" Corrugation Farm Commercial Hopper Tank (FCHT) 7-9 Rings ...........................................94
4.00" Farm Commercial Hopper Tank (FCHT) Ladder and Platform Layout ...................................... 94
FCHT Ladder, Safety Cage and Platform Instructions 7-9 Rings ....................................................... 95
Eave Starter Bracket Installation ..................................................................................................... 95
Location of Field Drilled Holes for Eave Ladder Starter Brackets ................................................... 95
Eave Starter Bracket and Ladder Assembly with Safety Cage .......................................................96
Eave Adjustable Braces .................................................................................................................. 99
Eave Platform Mounting Angle Installation.................................................................................... 100
Eave Platform and Platform Support Assembly ................................................................................ 101
Eave Safety Cage Hoop Assembly ................................................................................................... 103
Adapter Assembly Detail ................................................................................................................... 104
Vertical Supports ............................................................................................................................... 105
48" Safety Cage ................................................................................................................................ 105
24"-48" Safety Cage Bell Sections .................................................................................................... 106
Access Door/Base Platform Mounting Angle Installation .................................................................. 107
Location of Field Drilled Holes for Base/Access Door Ladder Starter Brackets ................................ 108
Base/Access Door Starter Bracket and Ladder Assembly with Safety Cage .................................... 109
Access Door Platform and Platform Support Assembly .................................................................... 110
Base Platform and Platform Support Assembly ................................................................................ 112
Access Door/Base Safety Cage Hoop Assembly .............................................................................. 114
Access Door/Base Platform Vertical Supports .................................................................................. 115
Ladder Support Detail ....................................................................................................................... 116
Chapter 9 Warranty ............................................................................................................................................117

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1. Introduction
READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to properly use and install equipment. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or equipment damage.
INSPECT the shipment immediately upon arrival. The customer is responsible for ensuring that all
quantities are correct. The customer should report and note any damage or shortage on the bill of
lading to justify their claim to the transport company.
THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a permanent part of your equipment and should be easily
accessible when needed.
This warranty provides you the assurance that the company will back its products when defects appear
within the warranty period. In some circumstances, the company also provides field improvements, often
without charge to the customer, even if the product is out of warranty. Should the equipment be abused,
or modified to change its performance beyond the factory specifications, the warranty will become void
and field improvements may be denied.

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2. 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.

2. Safety
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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 which 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
Install Equipment Properly
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 Building Codes

2. Safety
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Stay Clear of Hoisted Equipment
Always use proper lifting/hoisting equipment when
assembling or disassembling equipment.
Do not walk or stand under hoisted equipment.
Always use sturdy and stable supports when needed
for installation. Crush Hazard
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
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 fromsharp edges onplastic
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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3. Safety Decals
Roof Damage Warning and Disclaimer
Excessive vacuum (or pressure) may
damage roof. Use positive aeration
system. Make sure all roof vents are
open and unobstructed. Start roof
fans when supply fans are started.
Do not operate when conditions exist
that may cause roof vent icing.
DC-969
CAUTION
GSI Group, Inc. 217-226-4421
The manufacturer does not warrant any roof damage caused by excessive vacuum or internal
pressure from fans or other air moving systems. Adequate ventilation and/or “makeup air”
devices should be provided for all powered air handling systems. The manufacturer does not
recommend the use of downward flow systems (suction). Severe roof damage can result from
any blockage of air passages. Running fans during high humidity/cold weather conditions can
cause air exhaust or intake ports to freeze.

3. Safety Decals
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ATTENTION: The decal shown below should be present on the outside of the door cover of the 2 ring on
the 24" porthole door cover, and on the roof manway cover. If a decal has been damaged or is missing in
any of these locations, contact the manufacturer for a free replacement decal.
GSI Decals
1004 E. Illinois St.
Assumption, IL. 62510
Phone: [phone]
Rotating flighting will
kill or dismember.
Flowing material will
trap and suffocate.
Crusted material will
collapse and suffocate.
DANGER
Keep clear of all augers.
DO NOT ENTER this bin!
If you must enter the bin:
1. Shut off and lock out all power.
2. Use a safety harness and safety line.
3. Station another person outside the bin.
4. Avoid the center of the bin.
5. Wear proper breathing equipment or respirator.
Failure to heed these
warnings will result in
serious injury or death.
DC-GBC-1A
GSI GROUP, INC. 217-226-4421

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ATTENTION: The decal shown below should be present on the outside of the door cover of the 2 ring on
the 24" porthole door cover, and on the roof manway cover. If a decal has been damaged or is missing in
any of these locations, contact the manufacturer for a free replacement decal.
GSI Decals
1004 E. Illinois St.
Assumption, IL. 62510
Phone: [phone]
WARNING
GSI GROUP, INC. 217-226-4421
1. Use CENTER FLOOR OUTLET ONLY until NO grain
remains above this outlet.
2. Side floor outlets to be used ONLY when above
condition is satisfied.
3. Lock all side floor outlets to avoid accidental
premature use.
4. See manufacturers instructions for proper use of
factory supplied sidedraw (wall) discharge systems.
UNLOADING INSTRUCTIONS:
Failure to heed these warnings
could result in serious injury, death,
structural damage or collapse of tank.
DC-GBC-2A

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4. General Detail Information
Extension Rail Installation
All ladder systems that include a safety cage must also include ladder extension rails attached to the top
four foot (4') ladder section (C). Start by bolting the spacer brackets (A) through the top and bottom set of
holesinthetop ladder section (C). Then, attach theextension rails (B) tothe spacer brackets(A) asshown
in Figure 4A. When installed correctly, the bottom of the extension rail (B) should be flush with the bottom
of the top ladder section (C). Use 5/16" x 3/4" bin bolts for all connections.
Figure 4A Ladder Extension
Ref # Part # Description
ALDR-4403 Spacer Bracket
B 8' Extension Rail
CTop Ladder Section

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Ladder Section Assembly
Two (2) splice plates (LDR-4317) (A) are required to attach each ladder section (B). The head of the bolt
should be to the inside of the ladder with the splice plate (A) on the outside as shown in Figure 4B.
Use 5/16" x 3/4" bolts for all connections.
NOTE: With most installations, the last ladder section (B) installed to reach the ground, the base or the
intermediate platform should be cut to fit.
Wind rings must be installed in relation to the ladder rungs as shown here, to ensure compliance with
O.S.H.A. regulations.
Figure 4B
Ref # Part # Description
ALDR-4317 Splice Plates
B Ladder Sections
C1-1/2" Minimum
D 4-1/2" Minimum

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Ladder Standoff Detail
Figure 4C Assembled View from Top of Bin
Ref # Part # Description
ALDR-4314 Standoff Bracket
B LDR-4198 Standoff Wedge
CS-3550 5/16" x 1" Carriage Bolt
D S-3611 5/16" Flange Nut
ELadder

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Extension Angle Hole Detail
Figure 4D Assembly View
NOTE: Platform (D) and platform support (E) shown for reference only. See platform assembly detail
on Page 52 for complete installation instructions for these parts.
Ref # Part # Description
ALS-6775 67-1/2" Extension Angle
B LS-6776 11-5/16" Vertical Adapter Angle
CLS-6621 46" Vertical Entrance Angle
D LS-6703 Platform
ETDP-5011 29-3/4" Platform Support

4. General Detail Information
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Safety Cage Hoop Bracket Assembly
Figure 4E Assembled View from Top of Bin
NOTE: Leave bolt loose until cage hoop half has been attached.
Ref # Part # Description
ALDR-4199 Cage Hoop Bracket
B S-3550 5/16" x 1" Carriage Bolt
CS-3611 5/16" Flange Nut
D LDR-4201 Safety Cage Hoop Half
ELDR-4198 Standoff Wedge
F Ladder

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Safety Cage Hoop Bracket Assembly (Continued)
Figure 4F
Ref # Part # Description
ALS-6615 Center Tube
B LS-6616 End Tube
CLDR-4199 Safety Cage Hoop Bracket
D LDR-4198 Standoff Wedge
ELDR-4346 L.H. Starter Bracket
F LDR-4347 R.H. Starter Bracket
GLDR-4403 Spacer Bracket
H LDR-4314 Standoff Bracket
ISmall Tube
J Field Drill 5/16" Holes Four (4) per Brace
K8' Extension Rail

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NOTES

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2.66" Corrugated Commercial
Hopper Tank 4-9 Rings
®

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5. 2.66" Corrugated Commercial Hopper Tank 4-9 Rings
2.66" Commercial Hopper Tank (NCHT) Ladder and Platform
Layout 4-9 Rings
Figure 5A 9 Rings
See Page 21 for platform locations and section listings.
Ref # Description
AA (Section A)
B B (Section B)
C32" Safety Cage Sections (See Note on Page 21.)