VT-00-M1 7
1.0 Introduction
Congratulations. We are confident that your new Gatco Vent-A-Lid will help you get the most out of your
GrainAir Tube without the fuss of grain bin lid management. Before using this equipment, please read this
manual and all safety information and familiarize yourself with the various features of the equipment and its
safe operation.
NOTE: This vent is not to be used with aeration fan. During aeration fan use, the bin lid must be open.
In addition, anyone using this equipment is required to comply with all safety precautions, described in this
manual.
2.0 Safety
The Safety Alert Symbol combined with a Signal Word, is used throughout this manual and on
decals which are attached to the equipment. The Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!” The Symbol and Signal Word are intended to
warn the owner/operator of impending hazards and the degree of possible injury faced when
operating this equipment.
The Safety Alert symbol means ATTENTION, BE ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
Note the use of the signal words DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE with the safety messages. The
appropriate signal word for each message has been selected using the definitions below as a guideline.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
will result in serious injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in
serious injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
Identifies a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may
result in property.