GSi VersaLoop 8 User manual

®
Chain Loop Power Sweep
Models:
8", 10" AND 12" (2020)
Installation and Operation Manual
PNEG-2308
Version 2.0
Date: 11-05-20
PNEG-2308

All information, illustrations, photos, and specifications in this manual are based on the latest
information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any
time without notice.
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Contents
Chapter 1 Safety Precautions ....................................................................................................................5
Safety Guidelines........................................................................................................................5
Cautionary Symbol Definitions......................................................................................................6
Safety Cautions...........................................................................................................................7
Safety Decals ...........................................................................................................................10
Safety Sign-off Sheet.................................................................................................................12
Chapter 2 General Information ................................................................................................................13
Sweep Offerings and Sweep Arm Details ....................................................................................13
Bolt Torque Specifications..........................................................................................................14
Auxiliary Intermediate Well.........................................................................................................15
Chapter 3 Installation ..............................................................................................................................17
Power Sweeps in Bins with Concrete Floors................................................................................18
Installing the Center Well ...........................................................................................................19
Installing the Bin Flange for Unload Tube ....................................................................................20
Installing the Intermediate Well...................................................................................................22
Installing the Center Well Gate ...................................................................................................23
Installing the Intermediate Well Gate...........................................................................................24
Installing the Rack and Pinion ....................................................................................................27
Installing the Intermediate Well Flange........................................................................................30
Assembling the Sweep Flighting to the Backshield (60' - 72' Bins) .................................................31
Installing the Sweep Flighting.....................................................................................................34
Installing the Flighting Shield......................................................................................................36
Installing the Sweep Wheel Assembly.........................................................................................37
Installing the Backshield Support Assembly.................................................................................39
Adjusting the Wiper ...................................................................................................................41
Assembling and Adjusting the Sweep Support Skid (60' - 72' Bins)................................................42
Installing the Sweep Stop...........................................................................................................44
Drive Assembly and Power Tube Layout .....................................................................................46
Installing the Power Tube...........................................................................................................47
Assembling the Drive Shafts (42' - 72' Only) ................................................................................48
Installing the Bin Flanges for Power tube.....................................................................................49
Assembling the Drive Head........................................................................................................50
Chapter 4 Operation ................................................................................................................................55
Power Recommendations..........................................................................................................55
Before Filling the Bin .................................................................................................................56
Performing Pre–Start Checks.....................................................................................................58
Operating the Auger ..................................................................................................................59
Bin Sweep Operation.................................................................................................................62
Adjusting the Sweep Wheel .......................................................................................................64
Operating the Sweep Stop .........................................................................................................65
Final Clean Out .........................................................................................................................66
Chapter 5 Shut Down...............................................................................................................................67
Normal Shut Down ....................................................................................................................67
Emergency Shut Down ..............................................................................................................67
Storage Preparation ..................................................................................................................67
Chapter 6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................69
Maintaining the Auger................................................................................................................69
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................70
Chapter 7 Parts List.................................................................................................................................71
Center Well...............................................................................................................................72
Intermediate Well ......................................................................................................................74
Auxiliary Intermediate Well.........................................................................................................76
Rack and Pinion........................................................................................................................78
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Sweep Wheel ...........................................................................................................................79
Bin Flange ................................................................................................................................80
Backshield with Two Augers for Standard Sweeps (24'-30' Bins)...................................................82
Backshield with Two Augers for Standard Sweeps (33' Bins) ........................................................84
Backshield with Three Augers for Standard Sweeps (36' and 42' Bins) ..........................................86
Backshield with Four Augers for Standard Sweeps (48' and 54' Bins) ............................................88
Backshield with Five Augers for Standard Sweeps (60' and 66' Bins) ............................................92
Backshield with Six Augers for Standard Sweeps (72' Bins)..........................................................94
Sweep Wheel to Backshield Connection .....................................................................................96
Backshield Connections ............................................................................................................97
Sweep Stop ..............................................................................................................................98
Limited Warranty — N.A. Grain Products ................................................................................99
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1Safety Precautions
Topics Covered in this Chapter
▪ Safety Guidelines
▪ Cautionary Symbol Definitions
▪ Safety Cautions
▪ Safety Decals
▪ Safety Sign-off Sheet
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. Read and save these instructions.
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 regula-
tions, which must be carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having jurisdiction 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.
ST-0001–4
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Cautionary Symbol 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.
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, 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.
ST-0005–2
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Safety Cautions
Use Personal Protective Equipment
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment:
Eye
Protection
Respiratory
Protection
Foot
Protection
Hearing
Protection
Head
Protection
Fall
Protection
Hand
Protection
• Wear clothing appropriate to the job.
• Remove all jewelry.
• Tie long hair up and back.
ST-0004–1
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.
ST-0002–1
Sharp Edge Hazard
• This product has sharp edges, which can cause serious
injury.
• To avoid injury, handle sharp edges with caution and always
use proper protective clothing and equipment.
ST-0036–2
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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.
ST-0003–1
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.
ST-0009–3
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.
ST-0037–1
Stay Clear of Hoisted Equipment
• Always use proper lifting or hoisting equipment when assem-
bling 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 can crush personnel and
cause serious injury or death.
ST-0047–1
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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 guards and covers in place at
all times.
• Lock-out power source before making
adjustments, cleaning, or maintaining
equipment.
ST-0008–2
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 suf-
focate 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.
ST-0051–1
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Safety Decals
Check components shown below to ensure that the safety decals are in place and in good condition. If a
decal cannot be easily read for any reason or has been painted over, replace it immediately. Contact your
dealer or the manufacturer to order a replacement decal free of charge.
Figure 1-1 Decal locations
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