LEWIS BROTHERS CRUSTBUSTER CB-1 Owner's manual

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CRUSTBUSTER
OWNER / OPERATOR MANUAL
MODEL # CB-1 CRUSTBUSTER
Manufactured by: LEWIS BROTHERS MANUFACTURING, INC.
Post Office Box 146
Baxley, GA 31513
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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INTRODUCTION
All Lewis Brothers equipment is manufactured under stringent
production and quality assurance procedures prior to preparation for
shipment. A final quality check is performed on all equipment before
shipping.
The best equipment is only as good as its operation and
management. Sound operation and good preventive maintenance
practices are essential to efficient performance of your Lewis
Crustbuster.
Questions on parts and service for the equipment covered in this
manual should be referred to the local dealer from whom the
equipment was purchased, or the nearest Lewis Brothers Dealer.
We sincerely thank you for purchasing Lewis Brothers equipment.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION 2
SAFETY 4
Owner’s And Operator’s Responsibility 5
General Precautions 6
WARRANTY 7
Limited Warranty 8
SPECIFICATIONS 9
Model CB-1 Specifications 10
SETUP AND OPERATION 11
Attachment to Tractor 12
Operating Instructions 14
MAINTENANCE 15
Chain Adjustment 16
DECALS 17-19
PARTS 20-26

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SAFETY

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OWNER'S AND OPERATOR'S
RESPONSIBILITY
This manual is intended for use with your Lewis Crustbuster. Extra effort has
been made to provide for safe operation of this equipment. This manual as well
as the safety decals placed on the equipment is part of that effort. Your new
Crustbuster should perform the various functions for which it was designed if it is
maintained, adjusted to your specific conditions, and operated correctly.
It is the responsibility of the owner and every operator of this equipment to read
and understand this manual before initial startup, before each season, before
performing service or maintenance tasks and prior to storing the equipment.
Each employee who will work on or around this equipment should be instructed
in how to do so safely.
It is important to understand the operational methods and safety issues
mentioned in this manual. Lewis Brothers cannot anticipate all conceivable ways
service and operational functions might be performed and of the possible
hazardous consequences of such. Anyone using or servicing this equipment
must first satisfy themselves that their chosen methods do not jeopardize the
safety of themselves, others, or the equipment.
Read the warranty on page 8. The purchaser is required to fill out and return the
registration card supplied with this owner's manual within ten (10) days of
purchase to Lewis Brothers Manufacturing to be eligible for warranty coverage.
Genuine Lewis replacement parts will insure the durability and long life of your
Crustbuster. Lewis repair parts and optional equipment should be ordered
through your Lewis Brothers' Dealer.
Operators should thoroughly inspect the Crustbuster before and after each use.
All bearings should be properly lubricated as specified, and any worn or
damaged parts repaired or replaced. Failure to repair or replace worn parts
could result in damage or excess wear to other parts.
Be sure that all shields are in place. Do Not attempt to work on Crustbuster
when supported by tractor lift.

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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
•MAKE SURE everyone is clear of the equipment before starting
the tractor's engine and while equipment is under operation.
•DO NOT permit anyone to ride on this equipment.
•KEEP hands, feet, hair and clothing away from all moving parts.
Do not wear loose clothing while operating equipment, as this may
present an entanglement hazard.
•DRIVE the pulling tractor at speeds compatible with conditions and
good safety practices. This is especially important when operating
over rough ground, on slopes, crossing ditches or while turning.
•NEVER LEAVE this equipment in the raised position when parked
and unattended.
•STOP the tractor's engine and relieve any hydraulic pressure
before disconnecting any part of the hydraulic system.
•MAKE SURE hitch components are attached securely before
operating or transporting.
•USE flashing warning lights when on highways, except where
prohibited by law.
•STOP tractor engine before leaving operator's position to adjust,
lubricate, clean or unclog machine.
•KEEP all shields in place.
•MAXIMUM towing speed is 25 MPH.
•OBSERVE all safety decals located on machine. Should any
safety decal become damaged unreadable, or lost, REPLACE IT
IMMEDIATELY. New decals may be obtained from your Lewis
Brothers' dealer.
•WEAR dust respirator at all times while using this machine (3M
part # 8710 is recommended).

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WARRANTY

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LEWIS BROTHERS MANUFACTURING, INC.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Lewis Brothers Manufacturing, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as “LBM”) warrants each item
of new equipment manufactured by LBM to be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and service.
The obligation of LBM under this LIMITED WARRANTY is limited to repair or
replacement, as LBM may elect, of any parts that prove, in LBM’s judgment, to be
defective in material and workmanship within the first twelve (12) months after the date
of invoice to the original purchaser. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO
BELTS, HYDRAULIC HOSES, TIRES, AND OTHER SERVICE ITEMS, WHICH SHALL
HAVE A NINETY (90) DAY WARRANTY.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WILL APPLY FOR (3) MONTHS ONLY WHEN THE UNIT
IS USED IN A COMMERCIAL APPLICATION.
All warranty part repairs and replacements must be made by a certified LBM dealer.
Any outside work or alterations made without written approval of LBM will render this
LIMITED WARRANTY void.
LBM’s obligation specifically excludes any liability for consequential damages, such as
loss of profit, delays, expenses, damage to goods or property used in connection with or
processed in or by the product sold, or damage to the product sold from whatever cause,
whether or not such loss is due to negligence by LBM.
This LIMITED WARRANTY shall not apply to any item that has been operated in a
manner not recommended by LBM.
No person is authorized to give any other warranties or to assume any other liability on
behalf of LBM unless made in writing by Lewis Brothers Manufacturing, Inc.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF AND REPLACES ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXCLUDED, AS ARE ALL
OTHER REPRESENTATIONS TO THE USER-PURCHASER AND ALL OTHER
OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES, INCLUDING LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL AND
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, ON THE PART OF LBM.
LEWIS BROTHERS MANUFACTURING, INC.
P.O. BOX 146 - BAXLEY, GA. 31513
FEBRUARY 1, 2007

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SPECIFICATIONS

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SPECIFICATIONS
Lewis Crustbuster Model # CB-1
Out side Dimension
Length 33-1/4 inches
Width 92-1/4 inches
Height 44-1/4 inches
Throat
Height 84 inches
Width 11-1/2 inches
Weight 1000 lbs.
Tractor Horsepower required 45 HP

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SETUP
AND
OPERATION

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MACHINE SETUP
Attachment to Tractor
The Lewis Crustbuster may be operated on any tractor equipped with a standard
3-point hitch. Attach the Crustbuster as shown in (Figure 1) and secure with the
proper attachment pins. Attach the Drive Shaft to the tractor PTO, by Sliding the
Drive Shaft onto the PTO. Always try to pull the Drive shaft from the PTO after it is
in place to ensure a secure attachment. (Figure 1) See page 13 to adjust Drive
Shaft length to fit tractor.
Figure 1

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Figure 2
Adjusting a PTO Shaft Length
(1) With the crustbuster attached to the tractor’s three point hitch and the PTO
not installed, separate the PTO driveline. Attach the implement end to the
crustbuster and the tractor end to the tractor PTO shaft. (2) Raise the crustbuster
by using the tractor’s 3-point hitch, (lift to its maximum height). (3) Holding the
half shafts next to each other, mark them so each end is approximately ½” from
hitting the end of the telescopic profiles. (4) Shorten the inner and outer guard
tube equally to the amount of the transmission tube, making sure they do not
have any burs or shavings and grease the telescopic profile generously before
reassembling.
!DO NOT SHORTEN TOO MUCH, THE PROPER OVERLAP IS A MINIMUM
OF 1/3 THE LENGTH OF EACH PROFILE.
Clockwise Rotation
(This End)
Serial #
Location

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Operating Instructions
The Crustbuster should be operated at a consistent depth to achieve maximum
results. Proper ground speed for the volume of material being processed will
yield the best results. The operator should maintain a safe distance from house
walls and any other in-house equipment, so as to avoid any possible damage to
the poultry house or the Crustbuster.
Figure 5
Litter conditions will determine the optimum depth and speed combination to
operate the Crustbuster. Heavy or Wet litter may require slower ground speeds.
Be sure to wash, clean, and lubricate the Crustbuster after each use..
Keep all shields in place and replace any decals that become worn or missing.
Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
Bearing Guard

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MAINTENANCE

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MATINTENANCE
CHAIN ADJUSTMENT
Figure 7
Tighten adjustment nut until 3/8” to 7/16” deflection as shown in figure 7, then
tighten lock nut. (Figure 7)
Lock Nut
3/8 to7/16
deflection
Adjustment Nut

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DECALS

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HK-100919 HK-100916
HK-100899 HK-100912
HK-100911 HK-100910
HK-100986

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HK-100918 HK-100908
HK-101853

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PARTS