Hog Slat Inc. Newton Grove, NC USA August 2021 46 Grow-FlexTM Feed System Model 55, 75, 90, & HR GROW-FLEX Auger Operating Recommendations 1. During initial start-up, the unloader slide should be only partially open to prevent the full length of auger from being charged with feed. After that, the unloader slide must be fully open for delivery system operation. 2. Do not permit the GROW-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. 3. Program the time clock to fill feeders often so the GROW-FLEX Auger System does not have to run a long period of time to get feeders filled. Poultry feeders supplied by the GROW-FLEX Auger System should be operated by a time clock so feeders start at the same time. This gives the GROW-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 GROW-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 unloaders, the flow rates are predetermined with factory installed Baffles. The Baffles are non-adjustable. On non-Baffled unloaders, the restrictor on the unloader 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 the section “Restrictor Tube Adjustment” on page 44. 7. When feeding with the Tandem System, open the slide on only one bin at a time!
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