Par-Kan Grain-Weigh GW200A User manual

GW200A USER’S MANUAL
*** Important ***
Read User’s Manual Completely Prior to Operating, Towing, or Servicing Wagon
Par-Kan Company Phone: [phone]
2915 West 900 South Phone: [phone]
Silver Lake, IN 46982 Fax: [phone]
Contact: Sales Department
E-mail: [e-mail]
Website: www.par-kan.com

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GW200A
CUSTOMER: __________________________________
SERIAL # _____________________________________
V.I.N. _________________________________________

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Page 2 .............................................Product Information
Page 3……………………………… ..Table of Contents
Page 4……………………….............Warranty
Page 5 .............................................Approximate Cart Dimensions
Page 6………………………………...Reporting Safety Defects
Page 7.………………………………..General Specifications & Features
Page 8 ............................................. Safety Precautions
Page 9 .............................................Operating Procedures
Page 10 ...........................................Maintenance & Seasonal Check Lists
Page 11 ...........................................Operation of Maintenance Meter
Page 12-13......................................Trouble Shooting
Page 14 ...........................................Weigh Bar Replacement
Page 15-23......................................Replacement Parts Listing
Page 24-27......................................Electrical Schematic
Page 28-30......................................Hydraulic System
Page 31 ...........................................Towing Safety
Page 32-33......................................Shurco Replacement Parts
Page 34 ...........................................Digi-Star Procedure
Page 35 ...........................................Contact Infomation
User Manual’s
-Briggs & Stratton® Operator/Owner Manual -Digi-Star EZ2500 Operators Manual
-Shurco Owner’s Manual -Axis Products Speed Rating
Note: This manual supersedes any other information supplied by Par-Kan Company before this date, and is good only for serial numbers listed in the
manual.
Grain-Weigh 200A Manual Table of Contents

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Par-Kan Company - Grain Weigh Division
Model GW-200A One Year Warranty
Par-Kan Company’s Grain-Weigh Equipment is warranted to the original pur-
chaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year
from the date of purchase as dated on Grain-Weigh’s original invoice.
Par-Kan Company will replace during the warranty period, subject to an exami-
nation by an authorized representative of Par-Kan Company, any warranted part which
proves defective in material and/or workmanship under normal installation, use, and
service. Parts must be returned, and transportation charges prepaid to our factory.
Any changes to the Grain Weigh equipment as a result of modifications, misuse,
abuse, neglect, accident, vandalism, fire, flood, other acts of God, or improper installa-
tion will void this warranty.
If Grain-Weigh receives notice of such defects during the warranty period, Grain
-Weigh will either, at its option, repair or replace products which prove to be defective.
Other manufacturer’s warranties may apply for parts purchased by Grain-Weigh. Grain
-Weigh makes no other warranty, either expressed or implied, with respect to this prod-
uct. Any special, incidental, or consequential damages arising from any breach of war-
ranty are specifically excluded hereunder.
Manufacturer’s Warranties:
Axis Axles, 1 Year Warranty
Digi-Star Indicator, 3 Year Warranty
Briggs & Stratton® 18 H.P. Vanguard Engine, 3 Year Warranty

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Grain-Weigh 200A Dimensions

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If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or
death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying Par-Kan.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety
defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However,
NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Par-Kan.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY:
1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or Write to: NHTSA, US Department of Trans-
portation, 1200 New Jersey SE, Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information
about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
Reporting Safety Defects

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Grain-Weigh 200A General Specifications & Features
1. Digi-Star Indicator Model EZ2500 – 2 lb. increment.
2. Briggs & Stratton®, 18 HP Vanguard Engine With Electric Start (Pull start backup system.)
3. 14,000 lb. Axis Tandem axle.
4. ST235//80 R16, 8-Bolt Tires
5. Capacity: 200 Bushels.
6. Hydraulically Driven
7. 2-5/16” Ball Coupler – rated at 14,000 lbs.
8. Standard Cart Has an Approximate Empty Weight of 3,340 lbs. without options.
9. Tongue Jack with Swivel Wheel
10. Vehicle Hitch MUST be Rated at 14,000 lbs.
11. 6-1/2 Gallon Plastic Gasoline Tank With Vent Cap.
12. 1/8” Steel or Poly Cup Auger Flighting
13. 14,000 lb Towing Capacity Maximum

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Grain Weigh 200A Safety Precautions
1. Observe all safety precautions listed in this manual
2. No Riders
3. Stand Clear of all moving parts while in operation.
4. Make no adjustments while cart is running.
5. Cart can be loaded without being attached but should be level while loading.
6. Do not touch or allow unit to come in contact with overhead electrical wires.
7. Gasoline tank should not be filled while engine is running or hot.
8. Auger “run switch” must be in “off” position while raising or lowering auger.
9. Consult the Briggs & Stratton engine manual for operating instructions.
10. Do not operate Briggs & Stratton® Engine over 3,000 RPM.
11. Do not transport with auger in raised position.
12. Proper height to top of 2-5/16” ball hitch on towing vehicle should not exceed recommend-
ed allowance.
13. Do not load in excess of tire manufacturer ratings for either the GW-200A cart or the towing
vehicle.
14. Towing vehicle should be of adequate capacity.
15. Do not exceed highway speeds while towing unit.
16. The total cart weight should not exceed 14,000 lbs.
17. Wheel lug nuts must be tight
18. Never enter the bin at any time.
19. Be aware of all information, caution, warning, and danger signs on the unit.
20. Be aware of hot hydraulic fluid in case of a hydraulic line break.
21. Below 10 degrees F., change the hydraulic oil to SAE 5W30 motor oil.
22. The operation of this cart must comply with all federal and state laws.
23. In order to be below 85 decibels operator must stand 15 feet away from engine.

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Grain-Weigh 200A Operating Procedures
1. Check engine oil and fuel before starting engine.
2. Run engine and hydraulic system to pre-warm before loading system.
3. Refer to the Digi-Star Operators Manual for details on the key functions for the Model
EZ2500 Indicator.
4. Digi-Star system will shut down if turned on prior to starting engine.
5. Receive grain.
6. Record weight data for yield comparison if desired.
7. Move auger to “up” position for unloading grain.
8. Turn on auger.
9. Increase engine rpm to 3,000 rpm.
10. Open inside unloading door.
11. Transfer grain to receiving vehicle and record weight data for yield comparison if desired
for seed tendering.
12. Decrease engine rpm to idle throttle.
13. Turn off auger, and close unloading door.
14. Move auger to “down” or “storage” position for transporting.
15. Await next load to receive, weigh, and transfer.
16. Bulk seed handling: Run Briggs and Stratton engine at 1,800 rpm with door half open and
keep seed tube full of grain for minimal seed damage.
17. Always clean out bin and auger after using treated seed.

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Grain-Weigh 200A Maintenance & Storage
Daily Check List:
-Check engine oil level (do not overfill)
-Fill gas tank for daily operation.
-Check for oil leaks.
-Check hydraulic oil level (SAE 10W30, do not overfill.)
-Fill 80% full (9.5 gallons)
-Total Capacity: 12 gallons
-Inspect for loose bolts.
-Inspect and check that lights are working properly.
-Inspect safety chains for deformed or damaged components.
-Grease top auger bearing.
-Tire pressure should be 80 psi cold.
-Check and inspect for loose wheel lug nuts.
Seasonal Check List:
Inspect and pack wheel bearings.
Clean battery terminals.
Grease top auger hinge plate pin every 50 hours of operation.
Check Digi-Star Indicator for proper operation. (See Digi-Star Operators manual.)
Service Briggs & Stratton engine. (See Briggs & Stratton manual.)
Empty gas tank for seasonal storage.
Change hydraulic filter after first 50 hrs. Thereafter every 300 hrs of operation.
Maintenance meter flashes every 25 hours. Consult Briggs & Stratton Manual for service
schedule.
Wash and wax to maintain powder coat finish.
Check all fasteners for tightness

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Grain-Weigh 200A Operation of Maintenance Meter
Multi-Function Maintenance Meter: Hour Meter, Tachometer, and Service Alarm
Hour Meter / Tachometer: These functions are fully automatic. Upon engine start the
meter will show rpm's. At engine shutdown the meter displays the total accumulated running
time (which cannot be reset).
Service Alarms: This function is also fully automatic. It has a dual flash alert which dis-
plays “CHG OIL & LUBE” at 25 operation hour intervals. It begins flashing at 1 hour before the
25 hour increment, and finishes flashing at 1 hour after.
Note: Consult the Briggs & Stratton Engine Manual for the engine’s proper maintenance
schedule. Also, consult this manual for the proper GW200 cart system maintenance schedule.

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Grain-Weigh 200A Trouble Shooting
Problem Cause Test Correction
Engine will not start No fuel
Bad connections
Dead Battery
Starter
Visual
Meter
Meter
Meter
Add fuel
Clean or replace
Charge or replace
Repair or replace
Selective hydraulic components not
working (Auger Screw, Unloading Door,
or Auger Tube Display)
Hydraulic Oil
Solenoid or Elec-
trical Connec-
tions
Hydraulic Com-
ponents
Visual
Check the meter con-
nection or switch that is
not working correctly.
Add oil
Fix faulty electrical con-
nection or switch
Replace faulty hydraulic
component(s)
Digi-Star Indicator will not power up Blown fuse
Bad connections
Dead Battery
Other
Meter
Meter
Meter
Replace
Clean or replace
Charge or replace
See Digi-Star Manual
Auger speed slow Plugged oil filter
Carrier bearing
adjustment
Visual
Visual or Heat
Replace
Adjust
Hydraulic oil overheating Engine over
3,000 RPM
None Keep engine at 3,000
RPM
All Hydraulics will not operate Blown Fuse
Oil
Visual Replace 10 amp fuse be-
hind weigh head.
Add Oil

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Grain Weigh 200A Hydraulic Trouble Shooting
1. Hydraulics will not operate.
- Make sure the engine is running at full power and not on one cylinder. Make sure the vent
on the gas cap is open for engine to receive fuel.
- Check for blown fuse behind the weigh head and or see the manual override procedure.
- Visually check to see that there is the correct amount of hydraulic oil.
1. If the auger will not raise or lower.
- Make sure the engine is running in the normal rpm range. (3,000 rpm)
- Adjust the flow control valve on the backside of the manifold.
1. If the auger is not raising or lowering smoothly.
- Make sure the engine is running in the normal rpm range. (3,000 rpm)
- Adjust the flow control valve on the backside of the manifold.
The pre set adjustment for this flow control valve has been set as follows: Twist knob clockwise
until snug, then twist counterclockwise 2 full revolutions and tighten down with 5/64” Allen
wrench.

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Grain-Weigh 200A Weigh Bar Replacement
Remove old weigh bar
First locate which weigh bar needs to be replaced
Remove weigh bar wire from weigh head
Place floor jack under inner frame and release pressure off weigh bar.
Remove the 3/8” bolts on outer frame
Remove the 7/16” bolts on inner frame
Remove inner collar from inner frame
Push weigh bar toward center of cart
Install new weigh bar
Run wire through inner frame weigh bar hole
Put weigh bar into frame
Make sure marking on the top of weigh bar is on the top
For Side Weigh Bars
Make sure to install both weigh bar spacers prior to installing weigh bar
Install small spacer first and then the larger spacer
After weigh bar is installed, the weigh system must be re-calibrated.

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Grain-Weigh 200A Axle & Hub Assembly

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Grain-Weigh 200A Axle & Hub Parts Listing
Key # Part Number Description
1241144 DL600 Seal
2241145 Inner Bearing
3241146 Inner Cone
4241147 Left Hand Brake
4B 241148 Right Hand Brake
5241149 Brake Drum
6241150 Outer Cone
7241151 Outer Bearing
8241106 “D” Washer
9241107 1-14 Slotted Jam Nut
10 241152 Tang Washer
11 241141 Dust Cap
12 241153 Rubber Plug for Dust Cap
13 241132 Cone Wheel Nut ½”
14 241154 U-Bolt – Zinc
15 241155 Tie Plate – Zinc
16 241156 ½” Roll Lock Nut – Zinc
** 241157 Brake Mounting Bolts 3/8” x 1”
** 241158 Brake Mounting Lock Nuts 3/8”
** 241159 Brake Mounting Lock Washer 3/8”
** 241160 Brake Wiring Scotch-Lock Connectors
** 241161 Leaf Spring
** 241162 Beam Assembly ( Axle Beam, Spindles, Spring Pads, Brake Flanges )
* Items not shown in diagram

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Grain-Weigh 200A Power Plant
* Items not shown if full assembled state. PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 28&30 FOR HYDRAULICS
Key # Part Number Description
1* GW200A-9A070 GW200A ENGINE PREP ASSY
2GW150-9A070 Gas tank with fitting and hose assembled
3224011 Nylon Pipe to hose adapter
4220360 Gas line hose clamp
5220360 Gas line hose clamp
6220319 Fuel hose, ¼” I.D. x 20” length
7260112 Choke Cable
8260111 Throttle Cable ( Does not include throttle lever)

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Grain-Weigh 200A Frame & Body ( Rear View )
Key # Part Number Description
1660020 Tail light assembly kit ( Includes: taillight, grommet, and pigtail plug )
2660010 License plate light
3250069 Decal, Par-Kan Company Logo
4660011 License plate bracket
5250029 Reflector, 3” round red
6250250 Decal, Made in the U.S.A
7GW150-9A000-011 Toolbox Kit ( Includes: mounting hardware )
8250100 Decal, Grain-Weigh
9241005 Bar, Weigh 2 1/8” -15’ Cable Black EZMATE
10 GW200A-2P107 Clean Out Door Rod
11 362058 Clean Out Door
12 362024 Black Poly Fender – Tandem Axle
13 GW200C-0W016 Fender Bracket Weldment
14 241083 Tire & Rim Assembly – GW200
15 241204 Mud Flap

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Grain-Weigh 200A Frame & Body ( Front View )

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Grain Weigh 200A Frame & Body ( Front View ) Continued
Key # Part Number Description
1280057 Ball Coupler – 2-5/16”
2GW200A-6W000 Ladder Weldment
3270013 Cam Lock, ( Grain-Weigh Box )
4270282 Safety Chains
5280100 Tongue Jack With Swivel Wheel
6361559 Sight Glass Square
7GW200A-1P601 Sample Door
8361501 Roll Tarp Kit
9201110 Rubber Bumper, 1” x 2-1/2” ( Black )
10 362024 Fender - Poly
11 241083 Tire & Rim Assembly – GW200
12 362049 Auger Shield
13 660012 Box Light
14 620101 Tachometer
15 640031 Key Switch
16 260112 Choke Lever
17 260047 Throttle Lever
18 640121 Weigh Scale Head (Digi-Star Model EZ2500)
19 640024 Switch, Toggle sp-st (On - Off )
20 640020 Switch, Toggle sp-st (Momentary )
21 640021 Switch, Toggle sp-st (On – Off - On )
22 610028 Weigh Head Power Cord
23 241005 Weigh Bar