USC LPV User manual

Operators Manual
LPV PORTABLE SEED TREATER
2320 124th Road Sabetha, Kansas 66534 PH: [phone] FAX: [phone] www.uscllc.com
Revision Effective 28 MAR 2018
Document: TD-09-06-1052 Revision: A

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Introduction
Thank you for choosing USC, LLC for your equipment needs. We appreciate your
business and will work diligently to ensure that you are satisfied with your choice.
OVERVIEW
The purpose of this manual is to provide you with the basic information needed to
operate and maintain the LPV Portable Treater It does not hold USC, LLC liable
for any accidents or injuries that may occur.
The technical information provided in this document is based on extensive testing
under controlled conditions at the USC research and development facility.
This information is given without guarantee as the conditions of operation and storage
of the equipment are beyond our control. Variables such as temperature, humidity,
viscosity of chemical products and changes in seed size or variety may all effect
the accuracy of application and seed coverage. Periodically check the equipment
calibration while treating and make adjustments as required. This will insure the
optimum seed coverage.
OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES
As the purchaser/owner/operator of this equipment and control system, you have an
obligation to install, operate, and maintain the equipment in a manner that minimizes
the exposure of people in your care to any potential hazards inherent in using this
equipment. It is critical that the owner of this equipment:
 Has a clear and documented understanding of the process this machine is
being used in and of any resulting hazards or special requirements arising
from this specific application.
 Allow only properly trained and instructed personnel to install, operate or
service this equipment.
 Maintain a comprehensive safety program involving all who work with this
machine and other associated process equipment.
 Establish clear areas of staff responsibility (e.g. operation, setup, sanitation,
maintenance, and repairs).
 Provide all personnel with necessary safety equipment.
 Periodically inspect the equipment to insure that the doors, covers, guards,
and safety devices are in place and functioning, that all safety instructions
and warning labels are intact and legible, and that the equipment is in good
working order.
 In addition to the operating instructions, observe and enforce the applicable
legal and other binding regulations, national and local codes.

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INLET CONVEYOR SERIAL NUMBER:_____________________________________
OUTLET CONVEYOR SERIAL NUMBER:___________________________________
As the person with the most to gain or lose from working safely, it is important that you
work responsibly and stay alert. By following a few simple rules, you can prevent an
accident that could injure or kill you or a co-worker.
 Disconnect, lockout, and tagout electrical and all other energy sources
before inspecting, cleaning, servicing, repairing, or any other activity that
would expose you to the hazards of electrical shock.
 Do not operate, clean, or service this equipment until you have read and
understood the contents of this manual. If you do not understand the
information in this manual, bring it to the attention of your supervisor, or call
USC at [phone] for assistance.
 Any operator who is known or suspected to be under the influence of alcohol
or drugs should not be allowed to operate the equipment.
 Understand and follow the safety practices required by your employer and
this manual.
 PAY ATTENTION to what you and other personnel are doing and how these
activities may affect your safety.
 Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal
injury or death.
RECEIVING YOUR EQUIPMENT
As soon as the equipment is received, it should be carefully inspected to make certain
that it has sustained no damage during shipment and that all items listed on the
packing list are accounted for. If there is any damage or shortages, the purchaser
must immediately notify USC, LLC. Ownership passes to purchaser when the unit
leaves the USC, LLC. premises. The purchaser is responsible for unloading and
mounting all components of the equipment.
Document the serial number of the conveyors for future reference. The serialization
labels are located on the right side of each conveyor near the inlet end.

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V.I.N.
Number
TRAILER V.I.N. NUMBER:_______________________________________________
Document the vehicle identification number for future reference. On gooseneck
trailers, the V.I.N. is located on a sticker on the side near the top of the gooseneck as
shown below.
Document the vehicle identification number for future reference. On bumper hitch
trailers, the V.I.N. is located on the side of the deck, in the left front corner.
TRAILER V.I.N. NUMBER:_______________________________________________
V.I.N.
Number

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Section Contents Page #
Section A Safety Instructions.....................................................................6
Section B Installation ................................................................................15
Section C Mechanical Operation..............................................................17
Fill Hopper, Inlet Conveyor..................................................... 18
Outlet Conveyor Hydraulics.....................................................18
Outlet Conveyor......................................................................18
Portable Treater Overview ...................................................... 19
Section D Electrical Operation .................................................................21
Treater Setup..........................................................................22
Preparing Treater for Transport...............................................27
Section E Troubleshooting.......................................................................28
Unplugging ............................................................................. 29
Section F Maintenance .............................................................................30
Section G Belt Tensioning Specification.................................................35
Section H Storage......................................................................................36
Section I Mechanical Drawings...............................................................38
Section J Limited Warranty......................................................................87
Table of Contents

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Safety Instructions
Section
A
Every year accidents in the work place maim, kill and injure people. Although it may
be impossible to prevent all accidents, with the right combination of training, operating
practices, safety devices, and operator vigilance, the number of accidents can be
significantly reduced. The purpose of this section is to educate equipment users
about hazards, unsafe practices, and recommended hazard avoidance techniques.
SAFETY WORDS AND SYMBOLS
It is very important that operators and maintenance personnel understand the words
and symbols that are used to communicate safety information. Safety words, their
meaning and format, have been standardized for U.S. manufacturers and published
by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). The European Community (E.C.)
has adopted a different format based on the International Standards Organization
(I.S.O.) and applicable machinery directives. Both formats are presented below.
Graphic symbols are not standardized, but most manufacturers will use some variation
of the ones seen in this manual.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury and/or property damage.
Provides additional information that the operator needs to be
aware of to avoid a potentially hazardous situation.
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
The minimum clearance height requirement for the LPV
Portable Treater is the same as a standard semi trailer,
13 FEET 6 INCHES.

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Mandatory Lockout Power Symbol. Disconnect, lockout and
tagout electrical and other energy sources before inspecting,
cleaning or performing maintenance on this panel.
International Safety Alert Symbol. The exclamation point (!)
surrounded by a yellow triangle indicates that an injury hazard
exists. However, it does not indicate the seriousness of potential
injury. The exclamation point (!) is also used with the DANGER,
WARNING and CAUTION symbols so the potential injury is
indicated.
Electrocution Hazard Symbol. This symbol indicates that an
electrocution hazard exists. Serious injury or death could result
from contacting high voltage.
International Electrocution Hazard. This symbol indicates that
an electrocution hazard exists. Serious injury or death could result
from contacting high voltage.
Mandatory Read Manual Action Symbol. (I.S.O. format) This
symbol instructs personnel to read the Operators Manual before
servicing or operating the equipment.
Mandatory Read Manual Action Symbol. This symbol
instructs personnel to read the Operators Manual before
servicing or operating the equipment.
Notice is used to notify people of important installation, operation
or maintenance information which is not hazard related.
NOTICE

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LOCKOUT / TAGOUT PROCEDURES
Lockout/Tagout is the placement of a lock/tag on an energy isolating device in
accordance with an established procedure. When taking equipment out of service to
perform maintenance or repair work, always follow the lockout/tagout procedures as
outlined in ANSI Z344.1 and/or OSHA Standard 1910.147. This standard “requires
employers to establish a program and utilize procedures for affixing appropriate
lockout devices or tagout devices to energy isolating devices and to otherwise disable
machines or equipment to prevent unexpected energizing, start-up, or release of
stored energy in order to prevent injury to employees.”
EMERGENCY STOP
There are three Emergency Stop push buttons on the Portable LPV
Seed Treater. One is located on the I / O control panel mounted on
the side of the treater, and one each on the Treater Control and Main
Control Panels mounted on the side of the trailer. All Actuators of
emergency stop shall be colored RED. The background immediately
around the device actuator shall be colored YELLOW. The actuator
pushbutton operated device shall be of the palm or mushroom
head type.
If the treater is equipped with the optional portable generator,
there is also an emergency stop on the generator that would
shut down the power source. This is not the preferred method
for emergency shutdown.
CONTROLLED STOP
This is the stopping of machine motion by reducing the electrical command signal to
0 (zero) once the stop signal has been recognized. The operator initiates this stop by
pressing the PAUSE button at he bottom of the main screen.
HAZARD REVIEW
Electrocution Hazard
Electrocution accidents are most likely to occur during
maintenance of the electrical system or when working on or near
exposed high voltage wiring. This hazard does not exist when the
electrical power has been disconnected, properly locked, and
tagged out. Automatic Start Hazard
This equipment may be controlled by an automated system and
may start without warning. Failure to properly disconnect, lockout,
and tagout all energy sources of remotely controlled equipment
creates a very hazardous situation and could cause injury or
even death. PLEASE STAY CLEAR AND BE ALERT.
NOTICE

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YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of your USC, LLC
equipment . YOU must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to operate,
maintain or work around the equipment be familiar with the operating and maintenance
procedures and related SAFETY information contained in this manual. This manual will
take you step-by-step through your working day and alert you to good safety practices
that should be adhered to while operating the equipment
Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you,
but also the people around you. Make these practices a working part of your safety
program. Be certain that EVERYONE operating this equipment is familiar with the
recommended operating and maintenance procedures and follows all the safety
precautions. Most accidents can be prevented. Do not risk injury or death by ignoring
good safety practices.
 Equipment owners must give operating instructions to operators or employees
before allowing them to operate the machine, and at least annually thereafter
per OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulation 1928.57.
 The most important safety device on this equipment is a SAFE operator. It is the
operator’s responsibility to read and understand ALL Safety and Operating
instructions in the manual and to follow them. All accidents can be avoided.
 A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is
not qualified to operate the machine. An untrained operator exposes himself and
bystanders to possible serious injury or death.
 Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the
function and/or safety and could affect the life of the equipment.
 Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
GENERAL SAFETY
1. Read and understand the operator’s manual and all safety labels
before operating, maintaining, adjusting or unplugging the
equipment .
2. Only trained persons shall operate the equipment . An untrained
operator is not qualified to operate the machine.
3. Have a first-aid kit available for use should the need arise,
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4. Provide a fire extinguisher for use in case of an accident. Store in
a highly visible place.
5. Do not allow children, spectators or bystanders within hazard area
of machine.
6. Wear appropriate protective gear. This includes but is not limited
to:
 A hard hat
 Protective shoes with slip resistant soles
 Protective goggles
 Heavy gloves
 Hearing protection
 Respirator or filter mask
7. Place all controls in neutral or off, stop motor, and wait for all
moving parts to stop. Then disable power source before servicing,
adjusting, repairing, or unplugging.
8. Review safety related items annually with all personnel who will be
operating or maintaining the equipment.
OPERATING SAFETY:
1. Read and understand the operator’s manual and all safety labels before using.
2. Disconnect and disable electrical supply completely and wait for all moving parts to
stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplugging.
3. Clear the area of bystanders, especially children, before starting.
4. Be familiar with the machine hazard area. If anyone enters hazard area, shut down
machine immediately. Clear the area before restarting.
5. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from all moving and/or rotating parts.
6. Stay away from overhead obstructions and power lines during operation and
transporting. Electrocution can occur without direct contact.
7. Do not operate machine when any guards are removed.
8. Inspect welds and repair if needed.

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PLACEMENT SAFETY
1. Move only with the appropriate equipment.
2. Ensure there is enough clearance from overhead obstructions and other equipment
to move the machine into its working position. 13 feet 6 inches is required to clear
the top of the inlet conveyor.
3. Stay away from overhead power lines when moving equipment. Electrocution can
occur without direct contact.
4. Operate the equipment on level ground free of debris. USC strongly
recommends that the trailers is attached to the tow vehicle whenever the
discharge conveyor is deployed and the treating system is in use.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1. Review the operator’s manual and all safety items before
working with, maintaining or operating the equipment .
2. Place all controls in neutral or off, stop motors, disable power
source, and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing,
adjusting, repairing or unplugging.
3. Follow good shop practices:
Keep service area clean and dry.
Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded.
Use adequate light for the job at hand.
4. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from all moving and/or rotating parts.
5. Clear the area of bystanders, especially children, when carrying out any
maintenance and repairs or making any adjustments.
6. Before resuming work, install and secure all guards when maintenance work is
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SAFETY LABELS
1. Keep safety labels clean and legible at all times.
2. Replace safety labels that are missing or have become illegible.
3. Replaced parts that displayed a safety label should also display the current label.
4. Replacement safety labels are available. Contact USC at [phone] .
How to Install Safety Labels:
 Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry.
 Be sure temperature is above 50oF (10oC).
 Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper.
 Remove the smallest portion of the split backing paper.
 Align the sign over the specified area and carefully press the small portion with
the exposed sticky backing in place.
 Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefully smooth the remaining
portion of the sign in place.
 Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out using the piece
of sign backing paper.
Located on the USC equipment you will find safety labels.
Always be sure to read and follow all directions on the labels.
Guards provided with USC equipment are to remain in place
during operation.

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Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
REMEMBER—If safety labels have been damaged, removed, become illegible, or
parts replaced without safety labels, new labels must be applied. New safety labels are
available from USC at [phone].
Part # 09-02-0003
Part # 09-02-0002
Part # 09-02-0010
Part # 09-02-0001
Part # 09-02-0015

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Part # 09-02-0012
Part # 09-02-0009
Part # 09-02-0007 Part # 09-02-0006
Part # 09-02-0011

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Installation Section
B
Incoming power connected to
these terminals in the Treater
Control Panel
1. If the treater does not come equipped with a generator, or you are
supplying your own generator, have a certified electrician provide
power to the seed treating system. The treater panel is the only
equipment that is hard wired (below). This will power the USC
LPV Seed treater and any attached conveyors. All other
equipment requires a properly grounded 110V source. Provide
convenient shutdown switches, comply with local electrical codes
and ensure that the system is properly grounded and bonded.
All USC control panels must be connected adhering to the same
electrical requirements as specified in the main control panel on
the power requirement tag (right), or the electrical schematic
shipped with the piece of equipment.
A minimum rating of 34 KW is required when using
a generator with the system.
NOTICE
HIGH VOLTAGE ~ Always disconnect the power source
before working on or near the control panel or lead wires.
HIGH VOLTAGE ~ Use insulated tools when making
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2. Remove any boxes from the drum of the treater.
3. Inspect machine thoroughly for screws, bolts, fittings, etc. which may have come
loose during shipping.
4. If not using a generator, disconnect power before moving the treater to another
location.
INSTALLATION
When using a generator as a power source,
USC recommends grounding the treating system
according to local electrical codes. Two ground lugs
are provided on the trailer. One at the left front corner
and one on the right rear corner of the trailer.

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Mechanical Operation Section
C
The Tube Series Conveyor is designed to efficiently move seed between a storage
facility or seed totes and a truck, trailer or seed treater. Power is provided by an
electric motor. Be familiar with the machine before starting.
It is the responsibility of the owner or operator to read this manual and to train all
other operators before they start working with the machine. In addition to the design
and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, and prudence of personnel involved in the operation,
transport, maintenance and storage of equipment or in the use and maintenance of
facilities.
Follow all safety instructions exactly. Safety is everyone’s business.
By following recommended procedures, a safe working environment
is provided for the operator, bystanders and the area around the
worksite. Untrained operators are not qualified to operate the
machine.
Many features incorporated into this machine are the result of suggestions made by
customers like you. Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate the machine
safely and how to set it to provide maximum efficiency. By following the operating
instructions in conjunction with a good maintenance program, your conveyor will
provide many years of trouble free service.
NOTICE

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OUTLET CONVEYOR
As seed passes through the length of the treater drum, it is tumbled, producing
accurate and uniform seed coating. The seed then exits the seed treater out the
discharge chute of the machine and into the 20 foot outlet conveyor. The conveyor
plugs into a receptacle on the bottom of the treater control panel marked (Outlet
Conveyor). The seed is then discharged into a pro box, trailer, or any other container.
Never allow exposure of persons or clothing to the drive shaft,
idler wheels, or the treater drum during operation. Always have
the safety shields in place during operation.
PORTABLE LPV TREATER OVERVIEW
FILL HOPPER
The fill hopper holds 65 units of seed. The hopper feeds into the inlet conveyor using
a rack and pinion gate.
INLET CONVEYOR
The 17 foot inlet conveyor feeds into the seed treater supply hopper. The conveyor
plugs into a receptacle on the bottom of the treater control panel marked (Inlet
Conveyor). The inlet conveyor is tied in with a proximity switch located in the 8 inch
hopper extension ring. When seed reaches up and covers the proximity switch, the
inlet conveyor will automatically shut-off so the hopper will not overflow. The conveyor
will remain off until seed drops below the proximity switch. When the proximity sensor
no longer detects seed, a timer relay will begin to count down to a pre-set time and turn
the conveyor back on. The time delay prevents the conveyor from turning on and off
too quickly.
If the inlet conveyor will not turn on after being shut down
awhile, this may mean the proximity switch is malfunctioning.
Refer to the Proximity Switch Adjustment Guide in the U-Treat
manual.
NOTICE
OUTLET CONVEYOR HYDRAULICS
The outlet conveyor is stored for transportation parallel to the trailer. An electric
powered motor drives the hydraulic system that deploys the conveyor to an operating
position, and then returns it to the transporting position after the treating process is
complete. The conveyor must always be at a full 90 degrees from the trailer when
in use.

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PORTABLE LPV TREATER OVERVIEW
Supply
Hopper
Pump
Stand
LPV
Seed
Treater
Inlet
Conveyor
Movable
Stairs
Gooseneck
Trailer
Seed
Metering
Wheel
Hydraulic
Controls
Hydraulic
Pump Motor
Dry
Additive
Feeder

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PORTABLE LPV TREATER OVERVIEW
Automated
Main Control
Panel
40 kW
Generator
Power
Distribution
Box
Treater
Control
Panel
Outlet Conveyor
Lock Down
Handle
Outlet
Conveyor