GSI Group PNEG-1049 Installation and operating instructions

PNEG-1049
10"-12" Commercial Bin
Sweep Augers
Assembly and Operation Manual
PNEG-1049
Version: 4.0
Date: 03-28-18

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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 Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................4
General Information .............................................................................................................................. 4
Chapter 2 Safety .....................................................................................................................................................5
Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................................. 5
Cautionary Symbols Definitions ............................................................................................................ 6
Safety Cautions ..................................................................................................................................... 7
Safety Sign-Off Sheet ......................................................................................................................... 10
Chapter 3 Safety Decals ......................................................................................................................................11
Chapter 4 Assembly ............................................................................................................................................14
Chapter 5 Electrical Motor Drive Selection .......................................................................................................28
Chapter 6 Operation ............................................................................................................................................29
Chapter 7 Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................38
Storage ................................................................................................................................................ 39
Chapter 8 Parts List .............................................................................................................................................41
Motor Rods to Drive ............................................................................................................................ 42
10"-12" Drive Assembly ...................................................................................................................... 44
3:1 Aluminum Enclosed Drive ............................................................................................................. 46
Motor Mount Frame Assembly ............................................................................................................ 48
Drive to Discharge Flight and Shield ................................................................................................... 49
Discharge Flight and Shield Bundles .................................................................................................. 49
Flight and Shield Joint without Sweep Support Skid ........................................................................... 50
Intermediate Flight and Shield Bundles .............................................................................................. 51
Flight and Shield Joint with Sweep Support Skid ................................................................................ 52
Flight and Shield to Segmented Wheel ............................................................................................... 53
Chapter 9 Warranty ..............................................................................................................................................55

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1. Introduction
General Information
1. We reserve the right to improve our 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.
2. Thecommercialsweepshavebeendesigned and manufacturedtogiveyearsofdependableservice.
The care and maintenance of this machine will affect the satisfaction and service obtained. By
observing the instructions and suggestions we have recommended, the owner should receive
competent service for many years. If additional information or assistance should be required, please
contact the local dealer.
Receiving Merchandise and Filing Claims
When receiving merchandise, it is important to check both the quantity of parts and their descriptions with
the packing list enclosed within each package. All claims for freight damage or shortage must be made by
the consignee within ten (10) days from the date of the occurrence of freight damage. The consignee
should accept the shipment after noting the damage or loss.
NOTE: The only way to prevent damage to the bin sweep, bin floor and wells is to completely remove the
bin sweep from the bin.
DO NOT STORE SWEEPS IN THE BIN.
Sweeps are NOT designed to remain in a bin during filling, storage or gravity
unloading. A sweep left in a bin during these operations may be severely
damaged. The GSI Group will not be responsible for such damages.

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2. Safety
Safety Guidelines
Safety guidelines are general-to-specific safety rules that must be followed at all times. This manual is
written to help you understand safe operating procedures and problems that can be encountered by the
operator and other personnel when using this equipment. Save these safety guidelines for future
reference.
As owner or operator, you are responsible for understanding the requirements, hazards, and precautions
that exist and to inform others as required. Unqualified persons must stay out of the work area at all times.
Alterations must not be made to the equipment. Alterations can produce dangerous situations resulting in
SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH.
This equipment must be installed in accordance with the current installation codes and applicable
regulations,which must be carefullyfollowed inall cases.Authorities havingjurisdiction must be consulted
before installations are made.
When necessary, you must consider the installation location relative to electrical, fuel and water utilities.
Personnel operating or working around equipment must 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.
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Cautionary Symbols Definitions
Cautionary symbols appear in this manual and on product decals. The symbols alert the user of potential
safety hazards, prohibited activities and mandatory actions. To help you recognize this information, we
use the symbols that are defined below.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
This symbol indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or death.
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, can result in serious injury or death.
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, can result in minor or moderate injury.
This symbol is used to address practices not related to
personal injury.
This symbol indicates a general hazard.
This symbol indicates a prohibited activity.
This symbol indicates a mandatory action.
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Safety Cautions
Use Personal Protective Equipment
Eye
Protection
Hearing
Protection
Hand
Protection
Head
Protection
Respiratory
Protection Foot
Protection
Fall
Protection
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment:
• Wear clothing appropriate to the job.
• Remove all jewelry.
• Tie long hair up and back.
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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.
• If you do not understand any part of this manual or
need assistance, contact your dealer.
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Maintain Equipment and Work Area
• Understand service procedures before doing work. Keep area
clean and dry.
• Never service equipment while it is operating. Keep hands, feet,
and clothing away from moving parts
• Keep your equipment in proper working condition. Replace worn
or broken parts immediately.
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Operate Motor Properly
• All electrical connections must be made in accordance with
applicable local codes (National Electrical Code for the US,
Canadian Electric Code, or EN60204 along with applicable
European Directives for Europe). Make sure equipment and
bins are properly grounded.
• Lock-out power 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 drive components.
Rotating Auger Hazard
• Keep clear of rotating augers and moving parts.
• Do not remove or modify guards or covers.
• Lock-out power source before making adjustments,
cleaning, or maintaining equipment.
• Failure to follow these precautions will result in
serious injury or death.
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Stay Clear of Hoisted Equipment
• Always use proper lifting or 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. Not following these safety precautions creates the
risk of falling equipment, which could crush personnel and cause
serious injury or death.
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Stay Clear of Rotating Parts
• Do not enter the bin while the equipment is
in operation.
• Entanglement in rotating augers will cause serious
injury or death.
• Keep all shields and covers in place at all times.
• Lock-out power source before making
adjustments, cleaning, or maintaining
equipment.
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Use Unload Equipment Properly
• Do not operate this equipment alone. Make sure someone
nearby is aware of the proper shut down sequence in the event of
an emergency.
• Do not allow any person intoxicated or under the influence of
drugs to operate this equipment. All operators must be adequately
rested and prepared to perform all functions of operating
the equipment.
• Do not start equipment until all persons are clear of the work area
and safety guards are in place.
• Do not allow anyone inside a bin, truck, or wagon which is being
unloaded by an auger. Flowing grain can trap and suffocate in
seconds.
• Use ample overhead lighting after sunset to light the work area.
• Always use caution to not hit the auger when positioning the load.
• Do not leave equipment operating while unattended.
• Be aware of pinch points, which can trap or catch objects and
cause injury.
• Be sure all equipment is locked in position before operating.
• Always lock out all power sources to the equipment when
unloading is finished.
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Safety Sign-Off Sheet
Below is a sign-off sheet thatcan be used to verify that all personnel have read and understood the safety
instructions. This sign-off sheet is provided for your convenience and personal record keeping.
Date Employee Name Supervisor Name
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