Batco FX1535FL Operator's Manual

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40 P1512120 R35.3. Operation - Electric Motor ModelsÆWhen equipped with an Electric Motor:1. Turn the electric motor on.2. Run until the conveyor is empty.3. Turn off motor and lock out power source.4. Unplug the power cord, wrap around the equipment and secure to prevent dragging, especially whentransporting or placing the conveyor.5.4. Operation - Gas Engine ModelsÆWhen Equipped with a Gas Engine:1. If the drive belts are tight, disengage the belts.2. Start the gas engine. Follow instructions provided with the gas engine for specific starting instructions.3. Engage belt drive lever (when equipped).NoteThe drive belt should be just tight enough to not slip on the drive pulley. If the belt is too loose, itwill slip, lowering power transfer from the engine and possibly causing a squealing sound. If the beltis too tight, it will cause excess wear.4. Adjust gas engine to provide maximum engine RPM.5. Run until all grain has been emptied from the equipment.6. Reduce engine speed to low idle.7. Shut off engine and lock out power source.8. Shut off fuel supply.9. Keep the belts engaged when transporting the conveyor.5.5. Loading AreaTo achieve maximum capacity:• Feed material onto the belt until the material tube clearance is 1/2”.• Direct the flow of material into the input hopper in the direction of the belt travel for the best capacity.Do not:• Unload material into the transition area.• Flood feed the hopper.5. OPERATION PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR – S-DRIVE FIELD LOADER