KMC Controls 73 Series Manual de usuario
73 SERIES
7300
POULTRY HOUSE BLOWER
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
AND
PARTS BOOK
THIS MANUAL IS TO ACCOMPANY THE MACHINE
PART NO: 73-PM-01
PRINTING DATE: MARCH 2019
WARRANTY POLICY
KELLEY MANUFACTURING COMPANY (KMC) warrants that all goods
sold to the original purchaser of any KMC product shall be free of any
defects in material and workmanship if used under normal operating
conditions. The warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the
retail customer. For non-commercial users the warranty extends twelve
(12) months thereafter. For commercial users the warranty period
extends six (6) months thereafter. KMC’s sole responsibility is to repair
and/or replace the defective part or parts at no cost to the purchaser.
This remedy is the SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY of purchaser.
The purchaser must ll out and return the warranty registration
form found in the front of the operator’s manual. Failure to return
the warranty registration form within 30 days shall result in the
goods being sold “AS IS”, and all warranties shall be excluded.
This warranty shall not apply to those items that are by nature worn in
normalservice,includingbutnotlimitedtobelts,springs,teeth,chains,etc.
Items such as tires, tubes, and gearboxes and all other items warranted
by the original manufacturer warranty are warranted only to the extent of
the original manufacturer warranty, and KMC is not warranting any of said
items. All warranty claims must be made through a KMC licensed dealer,
and a warranty form request must be submitted to KMC within 30 days
of failure or the warranty provision shall be unenforceable against KMC.
Noagentorpersonhasauthoritytochangeoraddtothiswarrantyaswritten.
THEABOVEISTHEONLYWARANTYMADEBYKMCANDISMADEEXPRESSLY
IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. KMC
MAKES NO WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY AS TO ANY GOODS
MANUFACTURED BY KMC AND FURTHER KMC DOES NOT WARRANT ANY
SUCH GOODS AS SUITABLE FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE
RETAIL CUSTOMER. THE SUITABILITY OF GOODS FOR ANY PURPOSE
PARTICULAR TO THE CUSTOMER IS FOR THE CUSTOMER, IN HIS SOLE
JUDGEMENT, TO DETERMINE. KMC FURTHER MAKES NO WARRANTIES
WITH RESPECT TO ITS MANUFACTURED GOODS THAT WOULD NORMALLY
BE DISCLOSED BY AN EXAMINATION. THIS IS THE FULL AND FINAL
EXPRESSION OF WARRANTY LIABILITY OF KMC. NO OTHER WARRANTY,
EITHEREXPRESSEDORIMPLIED,SHALL BE ENFORCEABLEAGAINSTKMC.
Kelley Manufacturing Co.
80 Vernon Drive / Zip 31794
P.O. Drawer 1467 / Zip 31793
Tifton GA
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TO THE PURCHASER
This KMC Poultry House Blower has been carefully designed and manufactured to
give years of dependable service. In order to operate it efciently and maintain it
properly, please read the instructions within this manual thoroughly.
While reading the manual through, you will notice that it is divided into sections
which clearly explain the assembly and operations of each component of this
machine. A Table of Contents is also provided for quick reference to these
sections.
Some components of this machine may be labeled left or right. The notations are
determined facing the direction the machine will travel
This safety alert symbol is used throughout this manual to
identify safety messages. When you see this symbol, read the
message which follows as it will advise you of possible injury.
After reading this Operator’s Manual, please keep it for reference each season.
To ensure procurement of the proper repair parts, please record your machine’s
Serial Number and Purchase Date as shown below:
Model No. _________________________
Serial No. _________________________
Purchase Date _____________________
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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RETAIL CUSTOMERS RESPONSIBILITY UNDER THE KMC
WARRANTY
The retail customer’s responsibilities are:
1. To read the Operator’s Manual and operate the KMC Poultry House Blower in
accordance with instructions in the manual.
2. To inspect the KMC Poultry House Blower daily, lubricate as specied and
repair or replace parts as needed, especially when continued use would cause
damage or excess wear to other parts.
3. To maintain and keep in place all safety shields and devices.
4. When Warranty Service is necessary, it is the customer’s responsibility to
deliver the machine to the KMC dealer from which it was purchased. Warranty
repairs should be submitted to the dealer within thirty (30) days of failure.
5. Dealer travel to the machine or hauling the machine to his shop for the purpose
of performing warranty service is not allowed under KMC warranty. It is a cost
to be paid by the retail customer. Any arrangement whereby the dealer agrees
to absorb all or part of this cost is strictly between the dealer and the retail
customer.
SAFETY PROCEDURES
Safety and performance are the primary objectives of the designers of KMC
equipment. Safety features have been incorporated into this machine where
possible and warnings given in other areas. For your safety, PLEASE read and
observe the following safety procedures.
1. Do not permit anyone to ride on the machine
2. Keep all persons a safe distance away from the rear, sides, and blower
discharge of the machine while it is in operation.
3. Drive safely during transport; excessive speed while turning on rough ground or
over hills could cause the tractor to tip over.
4. Make sure hitch components are attached securely before operating or
transporting.
5. If equipped, use ashing warning lights on highways, except where prohibited
by law.
6. Stop tractor engine before leaving the operator’s position to adjust, lubricate,
clean, or unclog machine.
7. Keep all shields in place.
8. Keep hands feet and clothing away from moving parts.
9. Make sure everyone is clear of machine before starting tractor or operating
machine.
10. Observe all safety decals located on machine.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
TO THE PURCHASER ............................................................................. 1
RETAIL CUSTOMERS RESPONSIBILITY UNDER THE KMC WARRANTY............ 2
SAFETY PROCEDURES........................................................................... 2
POULTRY HOUSE BLOWER BASIC FEATURES ............................................ 4
MACHINE SETUP .................................................................................. 4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS................................................................... 5
MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................................................ 6
LUBRICATION ...................................................................................... 7
STORAGE ............................................................................................ 8
SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................. 8
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................. 9
DECALS .............................................................................................. 9
PARTS BOOK
MAIN FRAME ASSEMBLY ...................................................................... 12
ASSEMBLY, FAN HOUSING ................................................................... 15
FAN, SHAFT ASSY............................................................................... 16
MOUNT, FAN SIDE BRG ...................................................................... 17
ASSY, CHAIN TENSIONER .................................................................... 18
ASSY, FAN TILT .................................................................................. 18
IDLER, SPRING ARM ........................................................................... 19
SKID SHOE ASSEMBLIES..................................................................... 20
SHIELD ASSEMBLIES .......................................................................... 21
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PIVOTING FAN DISCHARGE
OWNERS MANUAL STORAGE CANISTER
PTO DRIVELINE
SPRING LOADED SKID SHOE LOCK PIVOTING SKID SHOE
CHAIN TENSIONER
MACHINE SETUP
Attaching to Tractor
The KMC Poultry House Blower is designed to be operated from the 3-point hitch
of the tractor and operated at 540 PTO RPM.
DANGER! DO NOT OPERATE THE KMC POULTRY HOUSE BLOWER AT
MORE THAN 540 PTO RPM. SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH COULD
RESULT.
Attach the KMC Poultry House Blower to the lift arms of the tractor and the
adjustable top-link. With the KMC Poultry House Blower raised to the working
height, adjust the top-link so that the frame is level.
DANGER! When attaching the KMC Poultry House Blower to the
tractor lift arms make sure that the skid shoes are in the vertical
position as shown above with both Spring Loaded Skid Shoe Locks
engaged.
Attach the smooth end of the PTO to the 1-3/8” shaft on the KMC Poultry House
Blower and secure with a 1/2” X 3” Grd 5 capscrew and 1/2” Nylon locknut.
POULTRY HOUSE BLOWER BASIC FEATURES
This manual discusses the various features and components of the KMC Poultry
House Blower. References to various components for adjustment, settings,
performance, and lubrication are made. The following diagram will help in
identifying some of these components.
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Attach the splined end of the driveline to the tractor making sure that the detent
pin snaps in place. Pull on the driveline to make sure that it is locked in place.
If the driveline slides on the PTO shaft it is not properly attached to the tractor,
repeat the above procedure. Make sure that the PTO driveline shielding rotates
freely on the driveline. Attach the safety chains, allowing sufcient slack for
raising and lowering the machine.
Connect the KMC Poultry House Blower’s two hydraulic lines to available hydraulic
ports on the tractor. The KMC Poultry House Blower is designed to handle a
system pressure of 3,000 PSI. Do not exceed this pressure.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Pivoting Skid Shoe
CONNECT AND DISCONNECT TO TRACTOR
WITH SKID SHOES IN THIS POSITION
CAN BE OPERATED WITH SKID SHOE IN THIS
POSITION FOR MORE OVERHEAD CLEARACE
Connect KMC Poultry House Blower to tractor with pivoting skid shoe arms pinned
in the vertical position as shown above. To operate the KMC Poultry House Blower
lower to the ground, the skid shoes can be pivoted back as shown above.
DANGER! Before adjusting the skid shoes, disengage the PTO and
turn the tractor off.
Operating Blower
With the engine at idle speed slowly engage the PTO to 540 RPM.
WARNING! Always engage PTO clutch slowly and smoothly at low
RPM. Failure to do so may damage drive components.
Fan Discharge
The KMC Poultry House Blower is designed so that the fan discharge rotates
approximately 235 degrees. This allows for downward air on either side of the
machine if desired. Use the hydraulic remotes on the tractor to rotate the fan
discharge right or left
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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
DANGER! Always make any adjustments or perform maintenance
with the PTO and tractor turned off.
DRIVE BELT
DRIVE BELT
ADJUSTMENT
CHAIN
Drive belt tension can be adjusted
by pulling on the Adjustment Chain
and locking the chain in the keyhole.
Initially pull chain until 13 links are
showing. As belt wears chain may need
to be pulled tighter.
The drive belt can be easily replaced by
releasing the tension on the Adjustment
Chain and removing the front shield.
After replacing the belt and shield re-
tension as indicated above.
ROTATING FAN CHAIN ADJUSTMENT
ADJUSTMENT
NUTS
If the fan housing does not rotate
smoothly, the rotating fan chain can
be retensioned by removing the rear
shield and adjusting the 5/8” jam nuts
as shown. After adjustment reinstall the
rear shield.
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LUBRICATION
DANGER! Always make any adjustments or perform maintenance
with the PTO and tractor turned off.
DRIVE SHAFT PILLOW
BLOCK BEARING
GREASE FITTINGS
PTO DRIVELINE
DRIVE SHAFT PILLOW BLOCK BEARINGS
We recommend that the Drive Shaft Pillow Block Bearings be greased on a weekly
basis (every 40 hours of use), Also grease these bearings prior to storage. The
drive shaft shield has holes to allow for greasing without having to remove the
shield. If the shield is removed for any reason reinstall it before operating this
machine.
PTO DRIVELINE
The PTO Driveline should be greased as follows: Grease the universal joints and
shield tting after every 8 hours of use. Grease the PTO locking pin and driveline
tubes after every 20 hours of use.
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STORAGE
After each use the KMC Poultry House Blower should be washed down thoroughly,
removing all litter. After washing, treating with a disinfectant is recommended
to kill any remaining bacteria. The next step is treating the machine with a
soluble oil to protect it from rust and corrosion. One product which meets these
requirements is called “Film Fluid” manufactured by Eureka Chemical Co., San
Francisco, CA. It is sold in some tractor dealerships and other farm supply
dealers.
Weight: 514 lbs.
Width (Frame): 39”
Width (Horizontal Fan): 54.375”
Height: Skid Shoes Down (Horizontal Fan): 58.25”
Height: Skid Shoes Down (Vertical Fan): 75.5”
Height: Skid Shoes Up (Horizontal Fan): 52”
Height: Skid Shoes Up (Vertical Fan): 69.25”
CFM: 5,600
Hitch: CAT I
PTO Horsepower (Minimum): 20 HP
Fan Chute Rotation: 235°
SPECIFICATIONS
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