GSi VersaLoop User manual

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VersaLoop™
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Owner’s Manual
PNEG-1966
Version 1.0
Date: 11-05-14
PNEG-1966

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Table of Contents
Contents
Chapter 1 Safety Precautions ....................................................................................................................5
Safety Guidelines ........................................................................................................................5
Correct Use ................................................................................................................................6
Cautionary Symbols ....................................................................................................................7
Safety Decals..............................................................................................................................9
Safety Sign-off Sheet.................................................................................................................10
Chapter 2 General Information.................................................................................................................11
VersaLoop™ — Information ....................................................................................................... 11
Motor – Specifications................................................................................................................12
Recommended Motor Overload Protection ..................................................................................12
Gearbox - Specifications ............................................................................................................13
VersaLoop™ – Inspection ..........................................................................................................13
Chapter 3 Operation ................................................................................................................................15
Start-up and Break-in Guidelines ................................................................................................15
VersaLoop™ – Standard Operation.............................................................................................15
VersaLoop™ – Shutdown...........................................................................................................16
Chapter 4 Assembly ................................................................................................................................17
VersaLoop™ – Typical Layout ....................................................................................................17
Tube Section – Assembly...........................................................................................................19
Gearbox and Motor – Installation ................................................................................................21
Non-drive End – Installation........................................................................................................22
Drive End – Installation ..............................................................................................................23
Chain and Paddles – Installation.................................................................................................24
Chapter 5 Accessories ............................................................................................................................27
Hopper – Installation..................................................................................................................27
Discharge Spout – Installation ....................................................................................................28
Discharge with Gate Assembly ...................................................................................................29
Bypass Inlet – Installation...........................................................................................................30
Drop through Gate Assembly – Installation ..................................................................................31
Chapter 6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting...........................................................................................33
Maintenance .............................................................................................................................33
VersaLoop™ – Cleanout Process ...............................................................................................34
VersaLoop™ Chain – Adjustment ...............................................................................................35
VersaLoop™ – Gearbox Mounting Process .................................................................................36
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................38
Chapter 7 Parts........................................................................................................................................39
Non-Drive End Assembly ...........................................................................................................40
8 in. Drive End Assembly ...........................................................................................................42
10 in. Drive End Assembly .........................................................................................................44
Chain and Paddle Assembly.......................................................................................................46
By Pass Inlet.............................................................................................................................47
Intermediate Supports – Parts ....................................................................................................48
Drive Kits – Parts.......................................................................................................................49
GSI Group, LLC Limited Warranty............................................................................................51
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1Safety Precautions
Topics Covered in this Chapter
▪ Safety Guidelines
▪ Correct Use
▪ Cautionary Symbols
▪ Safety Decals
▪ Safety Sign-off Sheet
Safety Guidelines
Safety guidelines are general-to-specific safety rules that must be respected at all times in the grain stor-
age environment.
Safety guidelines shall be followed at all times. This manual is written to help you understand safe operat-
ing 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 shall not be made to the equipment. Alterations can produce dangerous situations resulting in
SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH.
This equipment shall be installed in accordance with the current installation codes and applicable regula-
tions, which should be carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having jurisdiction shall be consulted
before installations are made.
When necessary, you shall consider the installation location relative to electrical, fuel and water utilities.
Personnel operating or working around equipment shall read this manual. This manual shall 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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Correct Use
WARNING
Incorrect use can be extremely dangerous. Moving chain, paddles, pulleys and shafts
can cause serious injury and kill.
• VersaLoop™ is for conveying whole agricultural seeds and grains only. Any other use is prohibited.
• VersaLoop™is only intended for fixed applications and not to be moved or transported.
• VersaLoop™is not designed for use in potentially explosive atmosphere and such use is prohibited.
• It may be equipped to receive grains from trucks, trailers, other mechanical grain handling
equipment.
• Electrical control systems shall be designed to the requirements.
• The final installation shall be accordance with all the safety requirements outlined in this manual.
• Never use the VersaLoop™ with any guards removed.
• Never attempt to work on the VersaLoop™ unless the power supply to all other equipment associated
with the VersaLoop™ is OFF, TAGGED and LOCKED.
• Be aware that when stopped, the drive, chain and paddles may move unexpectedly due to the weight
of grain held in angled tubes. Wherever possible run the VersaLoop™ to empty before stopping it.
• Never leave the VersaLoop™ running un-attended.
• Always TURN OFF and LOCK the power supply to the VersaLoop™ before leaving it un-attended.
• Never allow an untrained person or one less than 18 years old to operate the VersaLoop™.
• Never allow someone under the influence of alcohol or drugs to operate the equipment.
• Never modify the VersaLoop™ from it’s original specification.
• Always interlock the bin doors to prevent any equipment operating when the door is open.
• Never work alone.
• Never start equipment until all personnel are clear of the grain bin.
• Keep hands and feet away from all moving parts.
• Always think before acting. Never act impulsively around the equipment.
• Never allow anyone inside a bin, truck or wagon which is being loaded or unloaded. Flowing grain
can trap and suffocate in seconds.
• Manual feeding should be prohibited.
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Cautionary Symbols
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.
Table 1-1 Description of the different cautionary symbols
Symbol Description
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, may result in serious injury or death.
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may 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.
Use Personal Protective Equipment
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment:
Eye
Protection
Respiratory
Protection
Foot
Protection
Hearing
Protection
Head
Protection
Fall
Protection
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Hand
Protection
• Wear clothing appropriate to the job.
• Remove all jewelry.
• Tie long hair up and back.
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.
Operate Motor Properly
• All electrical connections should be made in accordance with
the National Electric Code (US) or Canadian Electrical Code
(CEC). Be sure equipment and bins are properly grounded.
• Thermal overload protection is required for all motors.
• 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/or drive components.
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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Stay Clear of Moving Parts
• Entanglement in rotat-
ing sprocket or moving
chain will cause serious
injury or death.
• Keep all shields and
covers in place at all
times.
• Lock-out power source
before making adjust-
ments, cleaning, or
maintaining equipment.
Safety Decals
The safety decals on your equipment are safety indicators which must be carefully read and understood
by all personnel involved in the installation, operation, service and maintenance of the equipment.
Location Decal No. Decal Description
All
access
panels
8017001 Shear point danger decal
To replace a damaged or missing decal, contact us to receive a free replacement.
GSI Decals
1004 E. Illinois St.
Assumption, IL 62510
Tel: [phone]
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Safety Sign-off Sheet
Below is a sign-off sheet that can 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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