Operation Model 55,75,90, & HMC FLEX-AUGER
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MA1702D
1.During initial start-up, the boot slide should be only partially open to prevent the auger from being fully
charged. Maintain partially open Slide until feed reaches the far end Control Unit. After that, the boot slide
must be fully open for proper delivery system operation.
2.Do not permit the FLEX-AUGER system to operate empty. Use a time clock or Auger Timer with the system
whenever possible. This reduces short cycling by operating on a preset schedule instead of on demand. It
also prevents excessive running of the system if the bin becomes empty. If the optional boot switch is used,
the fill system will shut down when the bin becomes empty.
3.Program the time clock to fill feeders often so the FLEX-AUGER System does not have to run a long period
of time to get feeders filled. Poultry feeders supplied by the FLEX-AUGER System should be operated by a
time clock so feeders start at the same time. This gives the FLEX-AUGER System a better chance to keep up
with them. Note: The hopper level control must be positioned low in the last feeder hopper.
4.The red light on the control unit will light if feed has packed inside. If this happens, remove feed from the
drop tube and tap the side of the power unit to clear the safety switch. Keep the hopper level control in
adjustment and positioned straight up and down so the paddle swings freely. The safety switch does not take
the place of the hopper level control.
5.If the FLEX-AUGER System must be used to convey high-moisture feed, empty the auger line completely
after each running to prevent the feed from setting up in the tubes.
6.On Baffled Boots, the flow rates are predetermined with factory installed Baffles. The Baffles are non-
adjustable.
On Non-Baffled Boots, the restrictor on the boot anchor regulates the amount of feed flowing into
the auger. Start a new system with the restrictor installed as shipped
Allow the system to polish out before adjusting the feed flow. If more feed flow is desirable, the
restrictor may be shortened. Refer to “Restrictor Adjustment” on page 25.
7.When feeding with the Straight-Through Tandem System, open the slide on only one bin at a time!
Start-Up Procedure for New Systems
Important! DO NOT RUN FEED THROUGH A NEW SYSTEM UNTIL AFTER THIS PROCEDURE
HAS BEEN FOLLOWED OR THE AUGER WILL PLUG AND BIND.
1.Close the Slide on the FLEX-AUGER
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Boot.
2.Operate the system empty for one minute.
3.Open the slide on the FLEX-AUGER
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boot no more than 1 inch (25 mm) to allow
some feed into the boot.
4.Operate the system with the slide in this position until feed has reached the Control
Unit. This removes the manufacturing grease and oil from the auger and tubes. If this
grease and oil is not removed, the feed may bunch up causing the auger to plug and
bind.
5.Now the slide can be fully opened and the system operated normally.
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