KSI SWINGAWAY 1612 Owner's manual

Model1612SWINGAWAY
Owner/Operator’s Manual

Owner/Operator’s Manual
Revision Date March 31, 2023
Prepared By:
KSi
2345 U Road
Sabetha, KS 66534
Office Telephone: [phone]

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Table of Contents
1 - INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................1
SAFETY 1ST .......................................................................................................................................... 1
GENERAL INFORMATION..................................................................................................................... 2
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2 –LIMITED WARRANTY.........................................................................................4
3 –SAFETY INFORMATION .....................................................................................6
WHY IS SAFETY IMPORTANT? .......................................................................................................... 6
SIGNAL WORDS.................................................................................................................................... 6
GENERAL SAFETY STATEMENTS......................................................................................................... 7
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN SEQUENCE.................................................................................................. 8
PINCH POINTS...................................................................................................................................... 8
SHIELDS AND GUARDS ......................................................................................................................... 2
BEWARE OF ELECTRICAL HAZARDS................................................................................................... 2
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (P.P.E.)................................................................................... 3
OPERATOR QUALIFICATIONS.............................................................................................................. 4
4 –INSTALLING SAFETY SIGNS.............................................................................2
5 –INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................12
6 –OPERATION..........................................................................................................13
DESIGNATE WORK AREA .................................................................................................................. 13
INSPECT THE CONVEYOR .................................................................................................................. 14
HITCH CONVEYOR TO TRACTOR ...................................................................................................... 15
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TRANSPORT CONVEYOR.................................................................................................................... 16
PLACING CONVEYOR IN WORK AREA .............................................................................................. 17
OPERATION RECOMMENDATIONS..................................................................................................... 21
STARTUP AND BREAK-IN................................................................................................................... 21
RAISING /LOWERING CANVAS HOPPER.............................................................................................. 22
OPERATING HYDRAULIC FUNCTIONS ................................................................................................ 22
NORMAL SHUTDOWN......................................................................................................................... 25
INTERMITTENT OPERATION SHUTDOWN.......................................................................................... 25
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN .................................................................................................................. 25
LOCKOUT ........................................................................................................................................... 25
PINCH POINTS.................................................................................................................................... 26
7 –MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................28
BELT ADJUSTMENT -8 HOURS OR DAILY........................................................................................... 28

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CONVEYOR BELT CARE..................................................................................................................... 29
LUBRICATION GUIDELINES ............................................................................................................... 29
WINCH LUBRICATION........................................................................................................................ 29
CHAIN LUBRICATION -40 HOURS OR WEEKLY ................................................................................ 29
PTO DRIVELINE U-JOINT LUBRICATION –SEE CHART................................................................... 30
PTO DRIVELINE REPLACEMENT PARTS........................................................................................... 30
BEARINGS........................................................................................................................................... 31
8 –TROUBLESHOOTING.........................................................................................32
9 –PARTS.....................................................................................................................34
HOW TO ORDER PARTS ..................................................................................................................... 34
10 –SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................................53
1. CAPACITY................................................................................................................................... 53
2. DRIVE UNIT.................................................................................................................................... 54
3. BELT............................................................................................................................................... 54
4. SPEED ............................................................................................................................................. 54
5. WEIGHT.......................................................................................................................................... 54
6. WIDTH &HEIGHT.......................................................................................................................... 54
7. TRANSPORT SPEED ........................................................................................................................ 54
11 –GENERAL DIMENSIONS .................................................................................55
DIMENSIONS.................................................................................................................................. 55
12 –BOLT TORQUE SPECS.....................................................................................56

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1 - Introduction
Document Scope and purpose, and general responsibilities.
hank you for purchasing your new Model 1612 SWINGAWAY conveyor from KSi Conveyors. We
are pleased to have you as a customer, and hope you will enjoy many years of productive service
from our products and staff.
Please readand understandthismanualbeforeoperating theequipment. Payspecialattentiontothesafety
information to protect yourself from harm. If you need information beyond what can be found in the manual,
please give our friendly staff a call at 888 KSI-CONV.
Safety 1st
Replace missing guards and shields FREE OF CHARGE!
KSi Conveyors are built to provide many years of dependable service to our customers through durable
craftsmanship.
One of the most important aspects of KSi engineering is its SAFETY 1st design throughout all product lines.
At KSi, safety is NO ACCIDENT!
That is why KSi has implemented its SAFETY 1st program. Should you ever need guards, shields, safety
decalsorowner/operatormanuals,simplycontactKSiandwewillsupplyyouwiththemFREEOFCHARGE!
If you need any of the above listed safetyitems or have safetyquestions, please contact KSi:
454 N State Route 49
Cissna Park IL 60924
Phone: [phone]
888-574-2668
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General Information
A. KSi reserves the right to improve its product whenever possible and practical to do so. Wereserve
the right to change, improve, and modify products at any time without obligation to make changes,
improvements, and modifications on equipment previously sold.
B. When receiving merchandise, it is important to check the quantity of parts and their descriptions
with the packing list enclosed with each package. All claims for freight damage or shortage must
be made with 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.
C. KSi does notmake any guarantees on self-cleanout or the cross contamination of seed of any kind
for their conveyors. Manual cleanout will be required.
1. Tractor Requirements
A. The top-end drive transport conveyor was designed for use with a tractor meeting the
following requirements:
540 RPM Power Take Off (PTO)
Adjustable Drawbar
Intake
Left
Right
Discharge
Side Convention
If standing at the intake end of the
conveyor, your left is the left hand side of
the conveyor; your right is the right hand
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2. Power Requirements
A. In some cases more horsepower will be required mainly at sharper angles and higher belt
speeds.
B. Tractor should pump at least 20 GPM oil flow to effectively run swing-away.
(12 GPM from one remote)
3. PTO Driveline
A. The PTO driveline furnished with the conveyor is equipped with a “Spring-Lock” coupler at
the tractor end. The coupler is spring loaded and will fit a standard 1-3/8”x 6” spline PTO
output shaft from the tractor.
B. Do not exceed the maximum recommended operating lengths of the PTO driveline.
4. Main Conveyor Drive Information
Stop the engine and lockout the power source whenever the equipment must be serviced
or adjusted.
Do not use a PTO driveline without a rotating shield in good working order that can
be turned freely on the shaft.
Be sure to securely attach the PTO driveline to the conveyor and the tractor.
Do not exceed the recommended distance from the end of the tractor PTO and the
conveyor.
NEVER start the tractor unless the tractor PTO is OFF!!
Stay out of designated hazard areas of an operating PTO. Observe restricted work areas.
Do not operate unless ALL safety shields and devices are in place.
Be certain to close ALL the clean–out doors and inspection doors in the main conveyor
hopper before operating the conveyor.

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2 – Limited Warranty
KSi Conveyors 2 Year Limited Warranty
What Does This Warranty Cover?
KSi will warranty our equipment to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal
usage and conditions.
What Does This Warranty Not Cover?
The warranty does not cover equipment that has been damaged by:
Normal wear and tear;
Misuse, abuse, or accident;
Failure to follow the operating instructions or maintenance protocols that we provided;
Any improper or unauthorized repairs or modifications to the equipment; or
Fire, flood, "acts of God,” or other contingencies beyond our control.
How Long Does the Coverage Last?
The warranty period for new equipment lasts for 24 months after the delivery date.
What Will We Do to Correct Problems?
KSi will repair or replace the equipment covered by this warranty at no charge. Service trip and travel
expenses will incur additional charges.
How Do You Get Service?
If something goes wrong with your equipment, call your Dealer or KSi Conveyors Parts &
Services. Your dealer or KSi will ask for the equipment’s serial number and a description of
the problem. KSi will determine whether the equipment is covered under warranty.
If the problem can be resolved by providing a replacement part, your dealer or KSi will ship or
deliver the part. Expedited services will incur additional charges. You may be required to
return the defective equipment.
If the problem requires a service call, your dealer or KSi will schedule a service visit at a
mutually convenient time. Expedited services will incur additional charges.
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You will be invoiced for any service or parts provided if we determine that the equipment is
not covered under this warranty or the problem was due to one of the disqualifying causes in
the section entitled “What Does This Warranty Not Cover” on page 4.
What Will KSi Not Do?
KSi will not be liable for any amount that exceeds the amount you paid for the Equipment. However
arising, we will not be liable for:
Expenses incurred without our written authorization;
Direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages, such as the loss of anticipated profits or
benefits;
Loss or cross contamination of any seed, treatment fluid, or other materials used with the
equipment; or
Modifications or erection defects that create structural or storage quality problems.
We make no warranty of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose.
How Does State Law Relate to This Warranty?
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from
state to state.
Who is Covered?
Only the original end user of the product is covered by this Warranty.