GSi PNEG-1894 User manual

PNEG-1894
TopDry Chute Controller
Installation Manual
PNEG-1894
Version: 5.1
Date: 09-27-20

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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.

Table of Contents
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Contents
Chapter 1 Safety .....................................................................................................................................................4
Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................................. 4
Cautionary Symbols Definitions ............................................................................................................. 5
Safety Cautions ..................................................................................................................................... 6
Safety Sign-Off Sheet ............................................................................................................................ 9
Chapter 2 Decals ..................................................................................................................................................10
Chapter 3 Controller Layout ...............................................................................................................................12
Chapter 4 Installation ..........................................................................................................................................13
Chute Controller Installation for TopDry System ................................................................................. 13
Locating the Chute Pulley Assembly ................................................................................................... 13
Attaching the Mounting Plate and Gussets to the Stiffener ................................................................. 15
Assembling the Chain Guard ............................................................................................................... 17
Installing the Housing Assembly .......................................................................................................... 18
Testing that the Sprocket Correctly Activates the Limit Switch ........................................................... 19
Connecting the Cable to the Turnbuckle ............................................................................................. 20
Leveling the Dump Chutes .................................................................................................................. 22
Chapter 5 Wiring and Schematic Diagrams ......................................................................................................23
Actuator Wiring Schematic .................................................................................................................. 23
TopDry Chute Control Panel Wiring Schematic .................................................................................. 24
Chapter 6 Warranty ..............................................................................................................................................25

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1. 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,whichmustbecarefully followed inall cases. Authoritieshavingjurisdiction mustbe 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-0001-3

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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.
NOTICE
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
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.
ST-0004-1
ST-0025-3
Follow Safety Instructions
• Warning: If the information in the manual is not followed exactly,
a fire or explosion can result, causing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
• 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.
• Retain these instructions for future reference.

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ST-0075-1
Install and Operate Electrical Equipment Properly
• Electrical controls must be installed by a qualified electrician and
must meet the standards set by applicable local codes (National
Electrical Code for the US, Canadian Electric Code, or EN60204
along with applicable European Directives for Europe).
• Lock-out power source before making adjustments, cleaning, or
maintaining equipment.
• Make sure all equipment and bins are properly grounded.
Install and Operate Equipment Properly
• Make sure grain chutes are empty by performing a manual dump
before entering the bin.
• Before attempting to remove and reinstall the fan blade, contact GSI
for the recommended procedure.
ST-0031-2
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
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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ST-0055-1
Confined Space Hazards and Entry Procedures
• Note that the interior of this equipment is considered a confined
space. Maintenance of this equipment can require access to the
confined space.
• Access doors must be shut and locked except when access is
required.
• Doors giving access to dangerous equipment must be safety
interlocked.
• The following entry procedures must be followed:
— Be aware of all possible hazards present inside the
confined space and wear personal protective equipment (PPE)
as needed.
— Complete a permit to work and follow all permit required
confined space entry procedures defined by the site manager.
— Make sure that the area has been purged of any hazardous
products or gases. Check the atmosphere for harmful gases
or vapors with a suitable gas analyzer and make sure levels
are safe before entering.
— Do not smoke or use naked flames.
— Lock out and tag out power supplies and fuel supplies to
all equipment.
— Do not work alone. Work in teams of at least three so that help
is immediately available in the event of an emergency.
— Confirm that all personnel have safely exited the equipment
and tools have been recovered once work is complete.

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Safety Sign-Off Sheet
Below is a sign-off sheet that canbe 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
ST-0007

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2. 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.
To replace a damaged of missing decal, contact us to receive a free replacement.
GSI Decals
1004 E. Illinois St.
Assumption, IL. 62510
Phone: [phone]
Location Decal # Decals Description
Located next to
aeration system. DC-995 Caution, Vacuum
Pressure
On bin door
covers DC-GBC-1A Danger, Keep Clear of Augers
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
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