Model 108 FLEX-AUGER® Feed Delivery System Installation
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MA1714C
Cover Plate Installation
If the Cover Plate is to be used, install as shown in Figure 18.
1.Loosen wing nuts to end of studs
2.Start lower side of cover plate in boot opening.
3.Slide the cover plate up as far as possible so that plate catches top of boot opening.
4.Hold the cover securely while tightening the wing nuts.
Auger Brazing/Filing
If the auger needs to be spliced or lengthened, locate the brazed joint
closer to the power unit to minimize feed flow restriction in the line.
To align the auger for brazing, lay it in an 18” (46 cm) piece angle iron
and clamp securely.
Rotate the auger to allow both the inside and outside edges of the
augers to be brazed.
Butt the ends of the auger against each other. DO NOT SCREW ONE AUGER INSIDE THE OTHER--This
restricts the feed flow.
Lap the augers approximately 2” (50 mm), as shown in Figure 19.
A bronze, flux-coated rod is recommended. The joint should be well filled and smooth so that it does not wear
against the tube. Allow the joint to air cool.
File the auger edges, as shown in Figure 19, to avoid damage to the auger tubes. Also, file off any brazing that
extended beyond the outside radius of the auger flightings.
Figure 18.Cover Plate Installation
Item Description
1Hex Nut
2 Cover Plate
1
1
2
Key Description
X 2” (50 mm)
Figure 19.Auger Brazing/Filing
Note: Sharp Auger Ends at the
to avoid damage to Auger Tube(s).
braze(s) must be filed or ground