Sioux Tools S202800 User manual

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WARNING!!!!
PRIOR TO USE, REMOVE SHIPPING PLUG AND
INSTALL PROVIDED BREATHER VENT INTO THE
TOP CHAMBER OF THE CYLINDER. FAILURE TO DO
SO CAN RESULT IN INCONSITENT PERFORMANCE.
IF BREATHER IS ALREADY INSTALLED, DISREGARD AND CONTINUE
READING OPERATORS MANUAL FOR PROPER USE.
REMOVE SHIPPING PLUG AND
REPLACE WITH BREATHER VENT.

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Manual No. 208748
Created: 1/21/17 – KG
Rev G/4-12-19/ECN 19-044
Manual Head Gate
S202800 (LH)
S208753 (RH)
(Left Handed Version Depicted)
WARNING!: Keep hands and fingers away from all hinged
and moving parts during operation.
Sioux Steel Company, P.O. Box 1265, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57101
800-557-4689

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CONTENTS
SAFETY PG 5
GENERAL INFORMATION PG 6
PARTS LIST & BREAKDOWN (LH) PG 7-9
PARTS LIST & BREAKDOWN (RH) PG 10-12
ASSEMBLY CYLINDER PG 13
HEAD GATE SET UP PG 14
MAINTENANCE PG 15
TROUBLESHOOTING PG 16
HEAD GATE OPERATION PG 17
WARRANTY PG 18
QUALITY CHECK SHEET PG 19

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SAFETY
Watch for this symbol. It points out important safety
precautions. It means “Attention – Be Alert!”
DEFINITIONS:
CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
If any decals become damaged, detached, or illegible contact your dealer or Sioux Steel Company at
(800)-557-4689 for free replacements.
A careful operator is the best operator. To help prevent accidents, read the following precautions before
operating this equipment. Equipment should be operated only by those who are responsible and
knowledgeable of this type of equipment.
Carefully review the procedures given in this manual with all operators. It is important that all operators be
familiar with and follows safety precautions. Improper use of equipment can cause serious injury or death.
1. Read the operator's manual before operating equipment.
2. Keep hands, arms, feet, and legs away from all pinch points.
3. DO NOT remove any safety devices that have been provided for your protection.
4. DO NOT work around the equipment in loose clothing that might catch in any moving parts.
5. DO NOT modify the equipment without consulting a dealer or Sioux Steel Co.
6. Do NOT clean, lubricate, or adjust equipment, while equipment is operating.
7. Inspect the equipment regularly for any damage before and after each use. If damage to
equipment occurs, equipment should not be used until repairs are made. Immediately, contact
your dealer or Sioux Steel Warranty Department at [phone]. Repair of damages should be
implemented as soon as practical, with appropriate Sioux Steel replacement parts.
REMEMBER: Sioux Steel Co. includes all reasonable means for accident prevention except a safe
and careful operator.

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GENERAL INFORMATION
The Sioux Steel Manual Head Gate has been completely assembled at the factory.
Before operating Head Gate, verify that the shipping plug has been removed from the top chamber of
cylinder and that the breather vent is installed. Also, verify that all shipping material has been removed
from head gate.
Grease the 4 grease zerks found on the linkage rod ends. Oil all other hinged and moving parts.
Before operation of head gate, cycle the head gate at least 10 times, ensuring to stop for 5 seconds
between opening and closing and each cycle. Then with the head gate closed, manually attempt to open
the head gate doors. The opening at the top of the doors should never exceed ¾”.
Grease and oil as needed.
WARNING! Keep hands and fingers away from all hinged
and moving parts during operation.

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S202800 LH Manual Head Gate Part List
Item
No
Part Number Description Qty
1 S208491PG Door- Cyl Side/LH 1
2 S208490PG Door- Non-Cyl Side LH 1
3 S194471 Wheel 4
4 S202736 Pivot Pin 1
5 S202795B Actuator Arm/LH 1
6 S202796 Driver Plate 1
7 S202797 Arm Plate 1
8 S202798 Linkage Arm 1
9 S202731PGBRG Handle Receiver/LH 1
10 S202737RD Handle Weldment/LH 1
11 S202792 .875 Pivot Pin 1
12 S202794 Extension Spring 1
13 S202790P Spacer Plate 3
14 S208767 Spacer 1
15 S202726 Short Link Ass’y 1
16 S202727 Long Link Ass’y 1
17 S208499PG Frame/LH 1
18 S201299 Cylinder 1
19 S202789P Pivot Spacer 1
20 S202739 Shoulder Bolt 1
21 K699010 Flange Nut- ½” Center Lock 5
22 S178721 Nut- 5/8” Center Lock 1
23 S208485 Flange Nut- 3/4” Center Lock 2
24 S154109 Cotter Pin 1
25 S184939 Washer- ½” 13
26 K679701 Clevis Pin 1
27 S164174 1/2-“ x 2” Hex Bolt 2
28 S198728 ½” x 2 ½” Hex Bolt 1
29 S155728 Nut- ½” Center Lock 4
30 S208657 7/8” Snap Ring 2
31 S195827 Warning Decal Pinch Point 1
32 S195828 Warning Decal Pinch Point 2
33 S195367 Serial Number Decal 1
34 S173803 Sioux Decal 2
35 S191528 Handle Grip 1

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See ne t page for
linkage breakdown
and details.
Front View showing short
linkage connection.

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Rear View of Doors showing short
linkage connection.

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S208753 RH Manual Head Gate Part List
Item
No
Part Number Description Qty
1 S208761PG Door- Cyl Side/RH 1
2 S208762PG Door- Non-Cyl Side RH 1
3 S194471 Wheel 4
4 S202736 Pivot Pin 1
5 S208755B Actuator Arm/RH 1
6 S202796 Driver Plate 1
7 S202797 Arm Plate 1
8 S202798 Linkage Arm 1
9 S208757PGBRG Handle Receiver/RH 1
10 S208759RD Handle Weldment/RH 1
11 S202792 .875 Pivot Pin 1
12 S202794 Extension Spring 1
13 S202790P Spacer Plate 3
14 S208767 Spacer 1
15 S202726 Short Link Ass’y 1
16 S202727 Long Link Ass’y 1
17 S208746PG Frame/RH 1
18 S201299 Cylinder 1
19 S202789P Pivot Spacer 1
20 S202739 Shoulder Bolt 1
21 K699010 Flange Nut- ½” Center Lock 5
22 S178721 Nut- 5/8” Center Lock 1
23 S208485 Flange Nut- 3/4” Center Lock 2
24 S154109 Cotter Pin 1
25 S184939 Washer- ½” 13
26 K679701 Clevis Pin 1
27 S164174 1/2-“ x 2” Hex Bolt 2
28 S198728 ½” x 2 ½” Hex Bolt 1
29 S155728 Nut- ½” Center Lock 4
30 S208657 7/8” Snap Ring 2
31 S195827 Warning Decal Pinch Point 1
32 S195828 Warning Decal Pinch Point 2
33 S195367 Serial Number Decal 1
34 S173803 Sioux Decal 2
35 S191528 Handle Grip 1

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See ne t page for
linkage breakdown
and details
Front View showing short
Linkage connection

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Rear View of
Doors showing short
linkage connection

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Cylinder Breakdown- S201299
Item
No.
Part
Number
Description Qt
y.
1 K194523 Cyl. Housing Rod End 1
2 K194531 Accumlator Ass’y 1
3 K194524 Cyl. Rod End 1
4 K194566 1” Rod Wiper 1
5 K194525 1” Rod Seal 1
6 K194517 Cyl. Coupler 1
7 K194518 Cyl. Spring Stop 1
8 K194519 1 3/16” Snap Ring 1
9 K696085 Bearing Ball 1
10 K696086 Conical Spring 1
11 K195857 #220 O-Ring 3
12 K194527 Cyl Rod 1
13 K194535 Spring- Compression 1
14 K194533 Actuator Shaft Mnt 1
15 K194536 Actuator Shaft 1
16 K195824 ¾” Tube Jic 37(Deg) 1
17 K195823 ¾” Tube Jic Cap Nut 1
18 S223024 ½” O-Ring Loaded U-Cup Seal 1
19 S208714 ¼” Npt 90deg Street Elbow 1
20 S208715 ¼” NPT Breather Cap 1

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MANUAL HEAD GATE- SET UP
Before operating Head Gate, verify the following:
The two wire ties securing
the handle of Head Gate to
the rod has been removed
and handle locked back
into place. Also, remove
the manual wrapped
around the cylinder.
Remove shipping plug
and install provided
breather plug into the top
chamber of the cylinder.
If breather is already
installed, disregard and
proceed to next step.
Before operation of head gate, cycle the head gate at least 10 times, ensuring to stop for 5 seconds
between opening and closing AND each cycle. Then with the head gate closed, manually attempt to open
the head gate doors. The opening at the top of the doors should never exceed ¾”.
Manual
Wire
Ties
Remove Shipping Plug and
replace with breather vent.

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Maintenance
Bolts
- Check bolts regularly for correct tightness. Bolts should be tightened
Firmly so that they do not slop around in bolt holes, but should not be
over-tightened to cause restrictive movement of parts. Worn bolts
should be replaced immediately.
Cylinder
- Keep top and lower plunger rods clean of dirt or other foreign
substances to assure smooth operation of cylinder.
- Make sure all threaded connections are tight to assure smooth
operation of cylinder.
- Replace seals, wipers, and O-rings if cylinder is leaking oil.
- Lubricate top plunger rod where rod enters top reservoir with an
aerosol type lubricant.
- It is recommended when head gate is not in use to fully open doors.
This will place the bottom plunger into the cylinder protecting it
from the elements.
- Change to oil in the cylinder every 4 years or as needed.
- Any cylinder malfunction should be immediately reported to your
dealer or Sioux Steel.
Procedure for Changing Oil
1) Using Mobil DTE 24 Excel 31 (10W) Shell AW36 or AW46
Oil, measure and set aside 11 ozs. of oil.
2) Remove cylinder from head gate.
3) Remove cylinder actuator and drain oil from the top reservoir.
4) Carefully remove the cylinder rod and drain oil from the
bottom reservoir.
5) Remove the bottom reservoir from the cylinder lock.
6) Re-install cylinder rod into bottom reservoir, leaving
approximately 9-1/2” of cylinder rod exposed.
7) Fill bottom reservoir with approximately 9 ozs of oil or until
the fluid level just meets the start of the threads within the
bottom reservoir.
8) Re-install the bottom reservoir onto the cylinder body and
Tighten to 85 ft/lbs.
9) Pour remaining oil into top reservoir of the cylinder body.
10) Re-install cylinder actuator with spring into the top reservoir.
11) Slowly actuate the cylinder to remove air from the bottom
reservoir. Continue until the cylinder effectively locks.
12) Re-install cylinder onto head gate.
13) Before operation of head gate, cycle the head gate at least 10 times, ensuring to stop for 5
seconds between opening and closing AND each cycle. Then with the head gate closed,
Cylinder
Actuator
Top
Reservoir
Cylinder
Lock
Bottom
Reservoir
Cylinder
Rod

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manually attempt to open the head gate doors. The opening at the top of the doors should never
exceed ¾”.
Troubleshooting
If doors open greater than ¾” when hand pressure is applied (see fig. 2) try the following:
1) Bleed the cylinder of air (see fig. 1)
a. Push the handle in and hold.
b. While holding handle in, push top plunger down and hold approximately 1 minute.
c. Release handle and top plunger.
2) If Head Gate still does not hold, cylinder may not be activating properly.
a. Top plunger may be stuck. Lubricate top plunger rod where rod enters top reservoir with
an aerosol type lubricant.
b. Verify cap and jam nut on top plunger are tight and set at proper setting to prevent ½”
actuator rod from activating internal check valve.
3) It may be necessary to add additional oil to top reservoir or that cylinder does not have enough
oil. See previous page on adding additional oil to top reservoir or changing oil in cylinder.
Contact Sioux Steel for additional assistance if needed.
Bleeding Cylinder Testing Cylinder
(Fig. 1) (Fig. 2)
Push handle
in and hold
Push top plunger
down and hold
Movement should
be less than ¾”
Apply hand
Pressure to
doors

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Note: When head gate has not been used for long periods of time or after an extended transport, it may
be necessary to give a sharp pull on the handle.
Operation
Open Head Gate Close Head Gate
Optional Handle Storage Position Safety Chain
Pull Handle Down to
Close Head Doors
Push Handle Up
To Open Doors
Install Safety
Chains Where
Applicable
Pull Handle
Down to
Release
Push Handle In

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N EW P RODUCT W ARRANTY
L IVESTOCK E QUIPMENT
LIMITED
WARRANTY
FOR
NEW
SIOUX
STEEL
COMPANY
PRODUCTS
A. GENERAL PROVISIONS
. “Sioux Steel” means Sioux Steel Company, 196 1/2 East Sixth Street, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104
. The warranties
described below are provided by Sioux Steel to the original purchasers of new products purchased from Sioux Steel or from an authorized Sioux Steel
Dealer (the “Products”). Under these warranties, Sioux Steel will, at its option, repair or replace at its factory any Product covered under these
warranties which is found to be defective in material and workmanship during the applicable warranty term or refund the purchase price paid for the
defective Product. Customer will be responsible for labor charges for removing the defective Product and reinstalling the repaired or replacement
Product, any premium charge for overtime labor requested of Sioux Steel and shipping charges to and from Sioux Steel’s factory. These warranties are
not transferrable.
B. WARRANTY PERIOD
. Subject to
exclusions and limitations set forth herein,
each
new Product
i
s warranted for the number of years specified
below. Each warranty term begins from the date of purchase regardless of delay in receipt of the Product by Customer due to the time required to
process, handle, ship, assemble, construct and install the Product. Customer must retain proof of the date of purchase. Replacement parts for and
repairs to the Product will be warranted only for the remainder of the original warranty term. The replacement parts for or repairs to the Product will not
extend the warranty term beyond the original warranty term. Products described below include all parts, components and accessories.
LIVESTOCK
EQUIPMENT
Victory, Cattleman’s, Heavy Duty and Super Six steel construction livestock gates
labeled through the Company’s “Lifetime Guarantee Gate Program” (“Lifetime
Guaranteed Gates”)
Lifetime
All Poly Products 2 years
Post Puller/Pounder Consumer Use 1 Year
Commercial or Government Use 6 Months
All Other Livestock Equipment, including Bulk Bins and all Livestock Gates that are not
labeled through the “Guarantee Gate Program” as provided above
1 Year
Exclusions specific to Livestock Equipment: Damage or loss of any kind from (1) storage of feed products that are not free-flowing or that have a
density greater than 40 pounds per square foot; and (2) the storage of materials other than free-flowing livestock feed.
C. ITEMS COVERED SEPARATELY
. The Sioux Steel warranties do not cover any parts, components or materials that are part of the Product, or
used in conjunction with the Product, that are not manufactured by Sioux Steel. Such parts, components and materials will be subject to the warranties
provided by the manufacturer, if any.
D. WHAT IS NOT WARRANTED
. Sioux Steel does not warrant and is not responsible for the following: (1) used products; (2) modification or
alteration of the Products; (3) Products that have not been properly installed or not installed in accordance with the instruction manual, improper
assembly, or improper construction by any persons other than Sioux Steel employees; (4) depreciation, damage or loss caused by the use of parts,
components or accessories not provided by Sioux Steel, unauthorized repairs, normal wear, lack of necessary and proper maintenance, a failure to
follow operating instructions/recommendations, misuse, lack of proper protection during storage, vandalism or theft, exposure to the elements or
corrosive materials, accidents or acts of nature including lightning, flooding, hail, straight winds and tornadoes; and (5) cosmetic damage or damage
that does not hinder the functionality of the Products.
E. LIFETIME GUARANTEED GATES.
The Limited
Warranty for New Sioux Steel Company Products
shall apply to the Lifetime Guaranteed Gates
(“Gates”) for the life of the original purchaser with the exception of Section D above. Sioux Steel does not warrant and is not responsible for the
following: (1) modification or alteration of the Gates; (2) cosmetic damage, normal wear and tear or damage that does not hinder the functionality of the
Gates, including fading of the color; (3) damage caused by use for purposes inconsistent with its intended purpose or design; (4) damage due to use of
any parts or components not supplied by the Sioux Steel.
F
. LIMITATIONS OF WARRANTIES AND CUSTOMER’S REMEDIES
. To the extent permitted by law, neither Sioux Steel, the Dealer nor any person
or company affiliated with either of them makes any warranties, representations, conditions or promises express or implied as to the quality,
performance or freedom from defects of the Products covered by these warranties other than those set forth herein. THERE ARE NO IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. NEITHER SIOUX STEEL, THE DEALER, NOR ANY
PERSON OR COMPANY AFFILIATED WITH EITHER OF THEM WILL BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, CONSEQUENTIAL, LOST PROFITS AND REVENUES, LOST USE OF THE PRODUCTS OR ANY OTHER
PROPERTY, BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE CLAIMS OF ANY PERSON, LOST COMMODITIES, REMOVAL OR STORAGE COSTS
FOR THE PRODUCTS, OTHER EQUIPMENT AND COMMODITIES, DAMAGE TO THE ENVIRONMENT ARISING FROM OR IN ANY MANNER
RELATED TO ANY RELEASE OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS, AND REMEDIATION EXPENSES THEREFORE, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT,
TORT, STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL BASIS, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN NO INSTANCE
WILL SIOUX STEEL, THE DEALER OR ANY PERSON OR COMPANY AFFILIATED WITH EITHER OF THEM BE LIABLE TO CUSTOMER OR ANY
PERSON IN AN AMOUNT IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY CUSTOMER FOR THE PRODUCT.
G
. NO DEALER WARRANTY
. THE DEALER HAS NO AUTHORITY
TO MAKE ANY WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, CONDITION OR PROMISE
ON BEHALF OF SIOUX STEEL, OR TO MODIFY THE TERMS OR LIMITATIONS OF THIS WARRANTY IN ANY WAY.
H
. GOVERNING LAW/VENUE
. These warranties, and all terms set forth herein, are governed by the laws of
the State of South Dakota and, where
applicable, the laws of the United States of America. Any and all disputes arising from these warranties, the purchase and use of the Products, bodily
injury and property damage claims or otherwise must be venued in the South Dakota Circuit Court sitting in Minnehaha County, South Dakota.
Customer agrees to such venue and waives any challenge to such court’s jurisdiction based upon lack of personal jurisdiction or inconvenience.
I
. SECURING WARRANTY SERVICE
. In ord
er to receive warranty services, customer must give Sioux Steel written notice of a warranty claim within
30 days of the date of discovery of the defective materials or workmanship, and Customer must complete the following steps:
(1) Obtain from Sioux Steel a Return Goods Authorization Number (“RGA Number”) by calling the Customer Service Department at 1-
800-557-4689, and providing the following information:
An explanation as to why the Product is being returned.
The name of the territory representative, Dealer or Sioux Steel salesperson from whom the Product was purchased.
The Dealer’s identification number.
The invoice number and date of purchase.
Customer’s name, phone number, fax number, mailing address and email address.
The date that the Product will be returned.
(2) Pay the shipping charges to ship the Product to Sioux Steel’s factory, and the return shipping charges.
(3) Ship the Product to Sioux Steel at 196 1/2 East Sixth Street, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104.

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Quality Check Sheet
-
Manual Head Gate S202800
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Serial
#
Assemble
r(s) Initials
Quality
Initials
1
Verify the short door link assembly S202726 is 20.419": See print on MO.
2
Verify the long door link assembly S202727 is 45.108". See print on MO.
3
Ensure nut (699010) and Pivor Spacer Plate (202789) is fully engaged against
shoulder of pivot rod.
4
Ensure
all center lock nuts are fully engaged and seated on shoulder of threaded
rods and shoulder screw for pivot assembly.
5
Open the head gate and verify a minimum 26" opening on top, 25.25" opening in
the middle, and 24.5" opening on the bottom. (See Figure 1)
6
Cycle the head gate 10 times, ensuring to stop for 5 seconds between opening and
closing AND each cycle.
7
Close head gate and manually pull open. Then measure gap at the top. The gap
can't be greater than .50". (See Figures 2 & 3)
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Verify grease zerks are greased. (4 total zerks)
9
Verfiy decals and serial number are placed correctly (See Figure 4)
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If
head gate is being shipped laying down, verify plug has been placed in vent port
and breather placed in bag attached to cylinder.
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Make sure that the cap nut & jam are tight on cylinder top rod.
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Fasten
the owners manual and quality check sheet to the head gate with 2 zip ties.
Also fasten the handle assembly to the frame of the head gate with yellow wire tie.
Date:
Assembler Name: Signature:
Quality Name: Signature: