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TopDry™ Autoflow – 24 Ft
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24 FT DIAMETER
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PNEG–4924
Version 2.0
Date: 11-02-15
PNEG–4924

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  • Page 1 TopDry™ Autoflow – 24 Ft Models: 24 FT DIAMETER Construction Manual PNEG–4924 Version 2.0 Date: 11-02-15 PNEG–4924...
  • Page 2 All information, illustrations, photos, and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice. Pneg–4924 TopDry Autoflow...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Safety Precautions ........................7 Safety Guidelines ........................7 Cautionary Symbol Definitions......................8 Safety Cautions...........................9 Safety Decals ...........................17 Safety Sign-off Sheet.........................20 Chapter 2 General Overview ........................21 General Information........................21 Tools Required for Construction....................21 Guidelines for Proper Storage of Grain Bin Materials Prior to Construction........22 Guidelines for Construction Procedures and Lifting Jack Usage............22 Location of TopDry Components and Accessories ...............24 Chapter 3...
  • Page 4 Two-Ring Stiffener (12 - 16 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (12 - 16 Ga) ..........56 Two-Ring Stiffener (5 - 8 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (5 - 8 Ga) ............56 Two-Ring Stiffener (10 - 16 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (10 Ga) ............57 Two-Ring Stiffener (12 - 16 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (12 -14 Ga).............57 Two-Ring Stiffener (5 - 8 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (5 Ga)..............58 Transitional Stiffener (10 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (8 Ga) ...............58...
  • Page 5 Chapter 11 Accessories .......................... 125 TopDry Access Door Assembly ....................125 Access Door Platform ......................126 Cross Over Platform Assembly....................128 Door Placement ........................129 Two Ring Door Installation ....................... 129 GSI Group, LLC Limited Warranty ..................135 Pneg–4924 TopDry Autoflow...
  • Page 6 NOTES Pneg–4924 TopDry Autoflow...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1 Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Safety Guidelines ▪ Cautionary Symbol Definitions ▪ Safety Cautions ▪ Safety Decals ▪ Safety Sign-off Sheet Safety Guidelines Safety guidelines are general-to-specific safety rules that must be followed at all times. This manual is written to help you understand safe operating procedures and problems that can be encountered by the operator and other personnel when using this equipment.

  • Page 8: Cautionary Symbol Definitions

    Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Cautionary Symbol Definitions Cautionary symbols appear in this manual and on product decals. The symbols alert the user of potential safety hazards, prohibited activities and mandatory actions. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols that are defined below. Table 1-1 Description of the different cautionary symbols Symbol Description...

  • Page 9: Safety Cautions

    Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Safety Cautions Use Personal Protective Equipment • Use appropriate personal protective equipment: Respiratory Foot Protection Protection Protection Hearing Head Fall Protection Protection Protection Hand Protection • Wear clothing appropriate to the job. • Remove all jewelry. •...
  • Page 10 Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Unload the Bin Correctly • Use CENTER FLOOR OUTLET ONLY until NO grain remains above this outlet. • Side floor outlets to be used ONLY when above condition is satisfied. • Lock all side floor outlets to avoid accidental premature use.
  • Page 11 Chapter 1: Safety Precautions For Your Safety • If you smell gas: — Do not try to light any appliance. — Extinguish any open flames. — Do not touch any electrical switch. — Immediately call your gas supplier. Follow the gas suppli- er’s instructions.
  • Page 12 • The operating instructions in this manual pertain to the common cereal grains as indicated. When drying any other grain, contact GSI for additional recommendations. • On LP fired units, set pressure regulator to avoid excessive gas pressure applied to the burner during ignition and opera- tion.
  • Page 13 • Make sure grain chutes are empty by performing a manual dump before entering the bin. • Before attempting to remove and reinstall the fan blade, con- tact GSI for the recommended procedure. ST-0031–2 Do Not Overfill TopDry • Do not overfill TopDry. Stored grain must be no higher than the heater duct opening.
  • Page 14 Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Exercise Caution When Drying Flammable Grains • Be aware that some grains are highly flammable including, but not limited to, rapeseed, canola, linseed, sunflower and milo. • All grain and seed must be whole (minimal cracking or crush- ing), clean, and dust free before drying.
  • Page 15 Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Confined Space Hazards and Entry Procedures • Note that the interior of this equipment is considered a con- fined space. Maintenance of this equipment can require access to the confined space. • Access doors must be shut and locked except when access is required.
  • Page 16 Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Fall Hazard • Ladders, stairways and platforms are for use by competent and trained personnel only. Do not allow children or other unauthorized persons to have access to the equipment. • Access to the equipment must be restricted by the use of security fencing and lockable gates.

  • Page 17: Safety Decals

    Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Safety Decals The safety decals on your equipment are safety indicators which must be carefully read and understood by all personnel involved in the installation, operation, service and maintenance of the equipment. Location Decal No. Decal Description Danger: High Voltage Control Box...
  • Page 18 Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Location Decal No. Decal Description Danger: High Voltage Control Box DC-1224 Danger: High Voltage Control Box DC-1165 Danger: Automatic Located on duct DC-973 Equipment access doors. Located next to DC-969 Caution: Vacuum Pressure aeration system. Pneg–4924 TopDry Autoflow...
  • Page 19 On bin door DC-GBC-1A Augers covers. On bin door Warning: Unload DC-GBC-2A covers. Instructions To replace a damaged or missing decal, contact us to receive a free replacement. GSI Decals 1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL 62510 Tel: 1-217-226-4421 Pneg–4924 TopDry Autoflow...

  • Page 20: Safety Sign-Off Sheet

    Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Safety Sign-off Sheet Below is a sign-off sheet that can be used to verify that all personnel have read and understood the safety instructions. This sign-off sheet is provided for your convenience and personal record keeping. Date Employee Name Supervisor Name...

  • Page 21: Chapter 2 General Overview

    These include, but may not be limited to: • A stiffener and sidewall gauge layout chart. If such a chart is not included with this manual, contact GSI. • Roof instructions must be followed. Roof instructions are included in this manual.

  • Page 22: Guidelines For Proper Storage Of Grain Bin Materials Prior To Construction

    Chapter 2: General Overview • Center pole roof support • Step ladders • Large C-clamp or welding V-grip for clamping NOTE: Quantities required will depend on the number of workers and size of the bin. Guidelines for Proper Storage of Grain Bin Materials Prior to Construction Storage of the build materials prior to construction is important.
  • Page 23 12.At the completion of the bin, set stiffeners over the anchor bolts and measure the bin to ensure it is in a round condition. Consult with GSI for questions on tolerances. NOTE: For 2 ring doors or vehicle traffic doors, special placement issues may apply. Consult the special instructions provided with two ring doors or vehicle traffic doors for these options.

  • Page 24: Location Of Topdry Components And Accessories

    Chapter 2: General Overview Location of TopDry Components and Accessories Use the following as a suggested guideline for placing the TopDry components and accessories. When locating the manway, make sure that the outside ladder will not interfere with other accessories below.
  • Page 25 Chapter 2: General Overview Figure 2-3 Location of TopDry Components and Accessories — Side View Fill system no. 2 Grain temperature sensor junction box Fill system no. 1 Control fan/heater Aeration fan Plenum temperature sensor TopDry drying bin Fan/heater (Secondary) Grain temperature sensors Autoflow control mounted at eye level Drying chamber rotary switch...
  • Page 26 NOTES Pneg–4924 TopDry Autoflow...

  • Page 27: Chapter 3 Foundation

    Foundation Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Foundation Guidelines ▪ Anchor Bolt Detail ▪ Anchor Bolt Chart ▪ Inline Centrifugal Fan Pad Guidelines ▪ Duct and Drying Fan Pad ▪ Frost Free Foundation Guidelines Foundation Guidelines These are general foundation guidelines. Site conditions, system requirements and other factors may create foundation construction requirements not covered by this manual.

  • Page 28: Preparing The Foundation Forms

    Chapter 3: Foundation Figure 3-1 Scribe the diameter Pointed stake Spike Foundation radius Foundation line 2 Feet 2 x 4 center stake Preparing the Foundation Forms 1. Having scribed the diameter of the foundation, proceed by digging the foundation’s footing, which consists of a large circular trench inside the foundation line.

  • Page 29: Foundation Forms

    Chapter 3: Foundation Foundation Forms Circular foundation forms are commonly used for stiffened farm bins. Figure 3-2 Circular form Footing trench Carpenter’s level Placing the Reinforcement 1. Once the forms and trench have been prepared, begin placing the reinforcement rods and mesh in the foundation’s footing.

  • Page 30: Anchor Bolt Detail

    Chapter 3: Foundation Anchor Bolt Detail • A 5/8 in. diameter anchor bolt (A) is the minimum requirement for a standard bin. • A 3/4 in. diameter anchor bolt (A) is the minimum required for a bin with a sidedraw system. Table 3-1 Anchor Bolt Specification Bolt (A) Thread Height (B)

  • Page 31: Anchor Bolt Chart

    Chapter 3: Foundation Anchor Bolt Chart Prior to setting any anchor bolts, you must be sure to have the correct anchor bolt placement. Accuracy is very critical for stiffener alignment during bin erection. NOTE: Refer to the proper chart to find the anchor chord dimensions that correspond to the bin that is being built.

  • Page 32: Inline Centrifugal Fan Pad Guidelines

    Chapter 3: Foundation Inline Centrifugal Fan Pad Guidelines If a fan is to be installed, refer below image to determine the concrete pad size. • The top of this pad must be level with the top of the bin’s foundation. •...

  • Page 33: Duct And Drying Fan Pad

    Chapter 3: Foundation Duct and Drying Fan Pad 1. The top of this pad must be level with the top of the bin’s foundation. 2. Recommended pad thickness is 4 in. minimum. 3. Front of pad must be perpendicular to bin wall. The fan foundation and fan must be level and smooth for proper operation.
  • Page 34 Chapter 3: Foundation • Lap all circumferential bars 35 bar diameters and stagger all laps in plan 3 ft. • All material used for backfill inside the ring wall must be clean, well graded, crushed stone of sand- gravel mixture. Backfill must be placed at 6 in. lifts and well compacted. •...

  • Page 35: Chapter 4 Hardware Requirements

    Hardware Requirements Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Bolt and Nut Pairings ▪ Hardware for 2–Post Sidewall Sheets on 4 in. Corrugation Bins ▪ Bolt Torque Specifications ▪ Identifying Bolt Grades ▪ Color Chart for Bin Hardware Bucket Lids ▪ Bolt Identification Bolt and Nut Pairings This chart lists the correct nut to use with each size of bolt.

  • Page 36: Hardware For 2-Post Sidewall Sheets On 4 In. Corrugation Bins

    Chapter 4: Hardware Requirements Hardware for 2–Post Sidewall Sheets on 4 in. Corrugation Bins Reference the chart for hardware requirements for 2–post sidewall sheet connections. Table 4-1 Hardware for 2–Post Sidewall Sheets on 4 in. Corrugation Bins Horizontal Seam Vertical Seam Bolt Stiffener to Sidewall Overlap Seam Bolt Gauge...

  • Page 37: Identifying Bolt Grades

    CAUTION Grade 2 Bolts Grade 2 bolts are designated with a plain head and are not used in GSI grain bins. Grade 5 Bolts Grade 5 bolts are designated by three slash marks on the head. All 5/16 inch diameter bolts are to be grade 5 or higher.

  • Page 38: Color Chart For Bin Hardware Bucket Lids

    Chapter 4: Hardware Requirements Color Chart for Bin Hardware Bucket Lids For ease of identification, hardware is separated and identified by buckets with color coded lids. Use the following chart to help identify the correct hardware. Buck- JS Part YDP Part Description Color Color...

  • Page 39: Bolt S-7483

    Chapter 4: Hardware Requirements Bolt S-7483 An S–7483 is a 5/16 x 1 1/4 in. JS bolt pre-assembled with a sealing washer. Bolt (S-7483) is used in the following locations: • Use for all stiffener to sidewall to stiffener connections with splice and for all 5 gauge stiffener to sidewall connections.

  • Page 40: Bolt S-7487

    Chapter 4: Hardware Requirements Bolt S-7487 An S–7487 is a 3/8 x 1 in. JS bolt that is pre-assembled with a sealing washer. Bolt (S-7487) is used in the following locations: • Use in all sidewall connections for 13 gauge through 10 gauge sidewall to sidewall sheets.

  • Page 41: Chapter 5 Assembling Sidewall Sheets

    Assembling Sidewall Sheets Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Orientation Detail for Top Sidewall Sheets ▪ Sidewall Gauge Sheet ▪ Color Codes for Sidewall Gauge Identification ▪ Caulking and Bolting Detail for Standard Sidewall Sheets ▪ Guidelines for Constructing Sidewall Sheets Orientation Detail for Top Sidewall Sheets To avoid the misalignment of the holes, it is necessary to use the correct orientation of the sidewall sheet during installation.

  • Page 42: Sidewall Gauge Sheet

    Chapter 5: Assembling Sidewall Sheets Sidewall Gauge Sheet Sidewall # of Sidewall Sidewall Sidewall Sidewall Sidewall Sidewall Sidewall Sidewall Sidewall Sidewall Base Rings of Ring Ring Ring #2 Ring #3 Ring #4 Ring #5 Ring #6 Ring #7 Ring #8 Ring #9 Ring Sidewall...
  • Page 43 Chapter 5: Assembling Sidewall Sheets Figure 5-2 Standard sidewall sheets as viewed from the outside of the bin Vertical strip of caulk 10 in. (25.4 cm) Horizontal strip of caulk 1. Apply a strip of caulk near the outside edge of the outer sheet and between the outer two rows of bolts (A), then apply a strip of caulk 10 in.
  • Page 44 Chapter 5: Assembling Sidewall Sheets Figure 5-3 Caulking and bolting details viewed from inside of the bin Strip of caulk Second bolt Bolt tightening sequence Third bolt First bolt 2. Start assembling the sidewall sheets end to end (overlapping the same way throughout), until the ring is completed.

  • Page 45: Guidelines For Constructing Sidewall Sheets

    Chapter 5: Assembling Sidewall Sheets Guidelines for Constructing Sidewall Sheets 1. Before bolting the sidewall sheets together, check for the proper gauge of steel for the first ring. NOTE: Higher gauge numbers denote the thinner materials. (For example, 20 gauge material is thinner than 14 gauge.) 2.
  • Page 46 NOTES Pneg–4924 TopDry Autoflow...

  • Page 47: Chapter 6 Stiffeners

    Stiffeners Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Stiffener Starting Location ▪ Color Codes for Stiffener Gauge Identification ▪ Top Stiffeners ▪ Standard Stiffeners ▪ Stiffener Splice ▪ Base Stiffeners ▪ Base Boot ▪ One-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) to a One-Ring Stiffener (12-16 Ga) ▪...

  • Page 48: Color Codes For Stiffener Gauge Identification

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Figure 6-1 Top stiffener starting location Top stiffener 5/16 in. x 1 in. hex bolt (S-10260) Sidewall sheet 5/16 in. flange nut (S-10248) Color Codes for Stiffener Gauge Identification Use these charts to interpret the color code painted on the ends of the stiffeners. Table 6-1 Color codes for stiffener gauges Sidewall Gauge Color Code...

  • Page 49: Top Stiffeners

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Top Stiffeners Use the following information to determine the differences between the types of top stiffeners. The part numbers in the following table use an “XX” at the end of the number to represent the gauge of the material.

  • Page 50: Standard Stiffeners

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Standard Stiffeners Use the following information to determine the differences between the types of standard two-ring stiffeners. The part numbers in the following table use an “XX” at the end of the number to represent the gauge of the material.

  • Page 51: Stiffener Splice

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Stiffener Splice Use the following information to determine the gauge of the splice needed to connect the stiffeners. Figure 6-4 Stiffener splice Call Out Part Number Description Length Available Gauges FC-42076XX Stiffener splice 10.688 in. (27 cm) Pneg–4924 TopDry Autoflow...

  • Page 52: Base Stiffeners

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Base Stiffeners Use the following information to determine the differences between the base stiffeners. The part numbers in the following table use an “XX” at the end of the number to represent the gauge of the material. Figure 6-5 Images of the base stiffeners FC-421005 Base stiffener...

  • Page 53: Base Boot

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Base Boot Use the following information to determine the differences between the base boots. Figure 6-6 Images of the base boot Call Out Part Number Description Height Base Plate Size FC-42107 Base boot weldment for 14 6.188 in. (16 cm) 4.5 in.

  • Page 54: One-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) To A One-Ring Stiffener (12-16 Ga)

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners One-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) to a One-Ring Stiffener (12-16 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a one-ring top stiffener (FC-42066XX) to a one-ring stiffener. One-ring top stiffener (FC-42066XX) One-ring stiffener (FC-42059XX) (14–12 One-ring stiffener (FC-42074XX) (16 ga) 3/8 x 1 in.

  • Page 55: Two-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) To A Two-Ring Stiffener (12-16 Ga)

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Two-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (12-16 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a two-ring top stiffener (FC-42065XX) to a two-ring stiffener. Two-ring top stiffener (FC-42065XX) Two-ring stiffener (FC42057XX) (14–12 ga) Two-ring stiffener (FC-42075XX) (16 ga) 3/8 x 1 in.

  • Page 56: Two-Ring Stiffener (12 - 16 Ga) To A Two-Ring Stiffener (12 - 16 Ga)

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Two-Ring Stiffener (12 - 16 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (12 - 16 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a two-ring stiffener to a two-ring stiffener. Two-ring stiffener (FC-42057XX) (12–14 A , B Two-ring stiffener (FC-42075XX) (16 ga) 3/8 x 1 in.

  • Page 57: Two-Ring Stiffener (10 - 16 Ga) To A Base Stiffener (10 Ga)

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Two-Ring Stiffener (10 - 16 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (10 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a two-ring stiffener to a base stiffener. Two-ring stiffener (FC-42062XX) (10 ga) Two-ring stiffener (FC-42057XX) (12–14 Two-ring stiffener (FC-42075XX) (16 ga) Base stiffener (FC-42062XX) 3/8 x 1 in.

  • Page 58: Two-Ring Stiffener (5 - 8 Ga) To A Base Stiffener (5 Ga)

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Two-Ring Stiffener (5 - 8 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (5 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a two-ring stiffener to a base stiffener (FC-42111). Two-ring stiffener (FC-42100XX) (5 ga) Two-ring stiffener (FC-42063XX) (8 ga) Base stiffener (FC-42111XX) 3/8 x 1 in.

  • Page 59: Base Stiffener (8 Ga) To A Base Boot (10 Ga)

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Base Stiffener (8 Ga) to a Base Boot (10 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a base stiffener to a base boot (FC-42107). Base stiffener (FC-42063XX) (8 ga) Base boot (FC-42107) 3/8 x 1 in. flange bolt (S-7485) 3/8 in.

  • Page 60: Base Stiffener (5 Ga) To A Base Boot (10 Ga)

    Chapter 6: Stiffeners Base Stiffener (5 Ga) to a Base Boot (10 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a base stiffener to a base boot. Base stiffener (FC-42111) (5 ga) Base boot (FC-42109) 3/8 x 1 in. flange bolt (S-7485) 3/8 in.

  • Page 61: Chapter 7 Topdry Drying Floor

    TopDry Drying Floor Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Wall Bracket Installation ▪ C-Channel Installation ▪ Drying Floor Center Collar Assembly ▪ Rafter and Floor Support Purlin Installation ▪ Intermediate Purlin Installation ▪ Chute Hopper Installation ▪ Installing Floor Sheets ▪...

  • Page 62: Wall Bracket Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Wall Bracket Installation The wall brackets are installed on the inside of the bin and are used to install the “C” channels. Before You Begin Install the stiffeners on the outside of the bin and the wall brackets on the inside of the bin. 1.

  • Page 63: C-Channel Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor C-Channel Installation The C-channels are used to install the rafters for the TopDry drying floor sheets. 1. Install the C-channels (A) to the wall brackets (B) in the upper two holes of the top set of three holes with the bolts (C) and nuts (D).
  • Page 64 Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor 2. Install the splice plates (E) joining the C-channels (A) seams using the bolts (C) and nuts (D). Figure 7-3 C-channel splice installation C-channel (TD-100687) 3/8 in. x 1 in. flange bolt (S-7927) Splice plate (TD-100688) 3/8 in.

  • Page 65: Drying Floor Center Collar Assembly

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Drying Floor Center Collar Assembly The drying floor center collar assembly is used to install the TopDry floor sheet rafters. 1. Install the channel braces (B) and channel brace plates (C) to the center collar (A) with the bolts (D) and nuts (E).
  • Page 66 Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor 3. Position the center collar at the center of the bin and raise it to the required height. NOTE: Height is measured from the bottom of the center collar to the foundation. Figure 7-5 Center collar position 8 ft.

  • Page 67: Rafter And Floor Support Purlin Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Rafter and Floor Support Purlin Installation The rafters are installed between the C-channels and the center collar to support the floor sheets. What You Should Know There are left and right rafters. Make sure that the left and right rafters are installed alternately. Figure 7-6 Rafter installation order Left hand rafter (TD-100718) Center collar...
  • Page 68 Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor 5. Insert the straight tab of the long purlin (G) through the upper slot in the left hand rafter (A) when looking toward the bottom of the rafters. NOTE: There are two different lengths of purlins to fit between the rafters. Make sure the long pur- lins (G) and short purlins (H) are installed alternately between the rafters.

  • Page 69: Intermediate Purlin Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Intermediate Purlin Installation 1. Align two intermediate purlins (A) with the third hole on the rafter (B), counting from the end con- nected to the C-Channel, and fasten with bolt (C) and nut (D). IMPORTANT: Make sure the intermediate purlins (A) are installed to the underneath side of the raf- ters (D) with the interior angle facing the center of the bin.

  • Page 70: Chute Hopper Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Chute Hopper Installation 1. Place the chute hopper (A) under the drying floor sheet (D) and align it with the pre-punched rectan- gular opening. 2. Place a flashing angle (B) on top of the drying floor sheet (D) across the outer edge of the hopper entrance with the interior of the angle facing the sidewall.

  • Page 71: Installing Floor Sheets

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Installing Floor Sheets The TopDry drying floor sheets are installed to the rafters. Before You Begin Make sure that the chute hopper is installed to the floor sheets. 1. Place all the floor sheets (A) around on the rafters, overlapping over the previous sheet. 2.

  • Page 72: Flashing Bolt Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Flashing Bolt Installation The flashing bolts are installed before the eave flashing is installed. Install the eave flashing bolts (A) through the top sidewall and tighten with the first nut (B). Figure 7-11 Eave flashing bolt installation 5/16 in.

  • Page 73: Eave Flashing Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Eave Flashing Installation Before You Begin Make sure that the eave flashing bolts are installed before installing the eave flashing. 1. Place the eave flashing (A) centered on the floor sheet, with the bent edge towards the sidewall. NOTE: The eave flashing (A) must overlap.

  • Page 74: Eave Flashing Splice Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Eave Flashing Splice Installation What You Should Know The eave flashing splice comes as a single piece. Bending the splice at the tabs (C) will break the eave flashing splice into three parts (A and B). Figure 7-13 Eave flashing splice Eave flashing splice middle piece (TD- Bend the splice at the tabs...
  • Page 75 Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor 1. Place the eave flashing splice middle piece (A) on the eave flashing (E) as shown. 2. Place the eave flashing splice side pieces (B) on the middle piece (A) and install together to the eave flashing (E) with the self-tapping screws (D).

  • Page 76: Chute Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Chute Installation 1. Install the angle dam (B) to each chute (A) with the bolts (C) and nuts (D). 2. Install the chute (A) to the chute hopper (E) with the bolts (C) and double nuts (D). IMPORTANT: Do not tighten the first nut down.

  • Page 77: Assembling The Inside Cable Pulley

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Assembling the Inside Cable Pulley Before You Begin Make sure that the cross angle is installed in the center collar. 1. Install the inside cable pulley bracket (B) to the cross angle in the middle of the center collar assem- bly with the bolt (C).

  • Page 78: Assembling The Outside Cable Pulley

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Assembling the Outside Cable Pulley 1. Position the large pulley bracket (F) 9-3/8 in. (23.8 cm) horizontally from the center of the stiffener (L). NOTE: When positioning the pulley, ensure the pulley cable does not interfere with the chutes. This can only be accomplish at every other stiffener.
  • Page 79 Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Figure 7-17 Outside pulley assembly Pulley assembly (TD-101360) Field drill 1/2 in. hole for cable 3/8 in. - 16 x 1 7/8 in. shoulder bolt (S-4749) Field drill 3/8 in. holes Flat washer (S-845) Stiffener 3/8 in.

  • Page 80: Chute Chain Assembly

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Chute Chain Assembly The chute chains are attached to the lift plate. 1. Pass the cable (C) through the center hole of the lift plate (A) and install the cable clamp (B). Figure 7-18 Lift plate installation Lift plate (TD-100801) Pulley Cable clamp (S-4693)
  • Page 81 Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor 5. After the chains (G) are uniformly adjusted, crimp the “S” hooks (H) to the chutes (A). 6. Make sure when installing the “S” hook (H) to the end link on a chain (G) that the end has not been cut open.

  • Page 82: Leveling Band Post Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Leveling Band Post Installation The leveling band posts are used to install the leveling bands. What You Should Know Attach the leveling band posts (A) on the floor sheet (D) in the fourth and eighth holes of the rafters start- ing from the sidewall end.

  • Page 83: Leveling Band Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Leveling Band Installation 1. Position the leveling bands as shown. 2. Install the leveling bands to the leveling band posts (C) with the bolts (D) and nuts (E). NOTE: Install the levelling bands starting from the bottom of the levelling band posts. 3.
  • Page 84 Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Figure 7-22 Outer leveling band 6 Band section per ring 8 Bays with 20 holes between posts 12 - 3/16 in. 5/16 in. x 3/4 in. bolt (S-275) Leveling band post 5/16 in. nut (S-3611) Pneg–4924 TopDry Autoflow...

  • Page 85: Grain Temperature Sensor Installation

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Grain Temperature Sensor Installation Before You Begin Make sure the leveling bands are installed. What You Should Know The grain temperature sensors are installed evenly around the bin on the outer most leveling bands. 1. Align the bottom hole of the temperature sensor bracket (A) with the third hole from the bottom in the outer most leveling band post (B) with the bolts (C) and nuts (D).

  • Page 86: Center Cone Assembly

    Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Center Cone Assembly Before You Begin Make sure that the chute chains are adjusted before installing the center cone assembly. What You Should Know The center cone assembly comes as separate sections. 1. Install the center cone sections (A) together with bolts (B) and nuts (C) to form the center cone assembly.
  • Page 87 Chapter 7: TopDry Drying Floor Figure 7-25 Center cone assembly installation Center cone assembly #10 x 3/4 in. self-tapping screws (S-280) Center collar Rafter Pneg–4924 TopDry Autoflow...
  • Page 88 NOTES Pneg–4924 TopDry Autoflow...

  • Page 89: Chapter 8 Roof Assembly

    Roof Assembly Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Roof Assembly Instructions ▪ Center Collar Assembly ▪ Roof Flashing ▪ Roof Panel Installation ▪ Installing the Round Manway Cover ▪ Roof Ring Locations ▪ Roof Ring Installation ▪ Perforated Center Band Installation Roof Assembly Instructions The maximum weight that can be supported or suspended from the roof is 6000 pounds.
  • Page 90 Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Figure 8-1 Center support Bin height Center support pole Bin diameter Bin diameter (ft) Height using one ring of 4 in. corrugated sidewall (A) 10 ft – 7 in NOTE: The height (A) is measured to the top of the center collar. Pneg–4924 TopDry Autoflow...

  • Page 91: Center Collar Assembly

    Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Center Collar Assembly What You Should Know The standard roof with a dome cap lid will have a center collar assembled from three pieces. The dome cap will mount onto it as well as the flashing. Assemble the three center collar (A) pieces together using flange bolts (B) and flange nuts (C).

  • Page 92: Roof Flashing

    Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Roof Flashing The roof flashing will seal the area between the center collar and the roof panels. The flashing pieces are assembled to the center collar before attaching the roof panels to the flashing. Before You Begin Position the flashing (C) to ensure the cap hold-down is in line with the roof ladder.

  • Page 93: Roof Panel Installation

    Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Roof Panel Installation 1. Install one roof panel (A) in three places. NOTE: After these three panels are in place, the peak assembly should be centered. 2. Install intermediate panels making sure to lap them in the same way until all panels are in place. NOTE: Do not tighten the bolts until the roof is completely assembled.
  • Page 94 Chapter 8: Roof Assembly NOTE: Make sure to install the roof steps (J) when assembling roof panels. When assembling the roof steps (J), use 5/16" x 1" bolts with a flat top washer on top of the slot and an extra neo- prene washer (L) between the roof and the roof step (J).
  • Page 95 Chapter 8: Roof Assembly 7. Insert another rod through the cap, then place the washer (V) and nut (U) on the outside. NOTE: Adjust and tighten nuts on straight end of rod. Figure 8-6 Section through center collar Center collar (CRP-4608) Peak cap handle (PR-331) Roof panel Cap Hold-Down Bracket (CRP-4689)

  • Page 96: Installing The Round Manway Cover

    Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Figure 8-7 Roof panel seal clip Roof panel Roof flashing Roof panel seal clip (CTR-1165) 10.Tighten the bolts and nuts to the recommended torque specifications. See Bolt Torque Specifica- tions, page Installing the Round Manway Cover Installation of a manway cover is necessary if a manway hole is present.
  • Page 97 Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Figure 8-8 Manway cover Hinge base (ACD-4506) 5/16 in. nut (S-396) Hinge leaf (ACD-4505) Latch (ACD-4514) 5/16 x 1 in. hex bolt (S-10260) #10–24 lock nut #10–24 x 5/8 in. long bolt 5/16 x 1 in. hex bolt (S-10260) Handle (ACD-4513) Manway roof panel (CTR-0653) Handle gasket (CRP-5003)

  • Page 98: Roof Ring Locations

    Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Roof Ring Locations To determine the location of the support rings, start at the narrow or peak of the roof panel and count each hole. Having counted down the required distance, as described in the table below, install the appropriate brackets.

  • Page 99: Roof Ring Installation

    Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Roof Ring Installation Quantity and part numbers of roof ring kits vary with the location placement and with the size of each bin. The following procedure will be similar for each kit. 1. Determine the quantity of roof ring clips (C) needed for the roof ring section (B) being installed. NOTE: Each roof panel rib must have a roof ring clip installed.
  • Page 100 Chapter 8: Roof Assembly 8. When all roof ring sections are installed, tighten each roof ring clip (B) to the recommended torque specifications. See bolt torque specification. 9. Adjust each stud nut (G) outward, expanding each roof ring section. Continue this procedure evenly until the roof ring raises the roof, showing a slight crown.

  • Page 101: Perforated Center Band Installation

    Chapter 8: Roof Assembly Perforated Center Band Installation The perforated center band is used to avoid the grain flow over the inner levelling band while filling. What You Should Know The perforated center bands (B) do not attach to the leveling bands but hang from the roof panel on the inside of the top inner leveling band.
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  • Page 103: Chapter 9 Chute Controller

    Chute Controller Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Chute Control and Cable Location ▪ Chute Controller Mounting Plate and Gussets Installation ▪ Installing the Chute Controller Housing ▪ Chain Guard Assembly ▪ Testing the Limit Switch Activation ▪ Attaching the Cable to the Turnbuckle ▪...

  • Page 104: Chute Controller Mounting Plate And Gussets Installation

    Chapter 9: Chute Controller Chute Controller Mounting Plate and Gussets Installation The chute controller is mounted to the side of a TopDry bin and actuates the chutes that allow the grain to transfer from the drying floor to the bin floor. Before You Begin Before beginning the chute controller installation, make sure the pulley bracket is properly installed.

  • Page 105: Installing The Chute Controller Housing

    Chapter 9: Chute Controller Installing the Chute Controller Housing What You Should Know Chute position controller enclosure weighs approximately 275 lbs. pounds. Failure to use proper equipment and personnel when lifting could cause bodily injury or WARNING damage to equipment. 1.

  • Page 106: Chain Guard Assembly

    Chapter 9: Chute Controller Chain Guard Assembly 1. Position the chute controller assembly so that all sides are accessible. Remove the cover from the chute controller housing. 2. Align the top and bottom tabs of the rear chain guard (B) with holes in the idler sprocket mounting brackets (C) and attach by inserting flange bolts (D) through the sides and tightening with flange nuts (E).

  • Page 107: Testing The Limit Switch Activation

    Chapter 9: Chute Controller Testing the Limit Switch Activation The limit switch must be tested to make sure that it is opening and closing the chutes to the correct positions. Before You Begin Disconnect all power sources before attempting to connect wiring. All wiring should be done by a certified electrician.

  • Page 108: Attaching The Cable To The Turnbuckle

    Chapter 9: Chute Controller Figure 9-5 Sprocket open and closed positions Chute controller electrical box (TD-101349)) Sprocket (TD-101351) Tamper switch (TD-101463) Limit switch (TD-101465) Attaching the Cable to the Turnbuckle Before You Begin Disconnect and lock-out power before performing installation. WARNING Perform limit switch testing before connecting the cables to the turnbuckle.
  • Page 109 Chapter 9: Chute Controller Figure 9-6 Cable to Turnbuckle Connection Front chain guard (TD-101335) Turnbuckle Rear chain guard (TD-101336) Cable clamps Chain Cable Pneg–4924 TopDry Autoflow...

  • Page 110: Leveling The Discharge Chutes

    Chapter 9: Chute Controller Leveling the Discharge Chutes Before You Begin When testing the chute positions, the damper switch must be depressed when the cover is removed before the system can function. Use tape to secure the damper switch in the depressed position. What You Should Know The chain is connected to a cable with a turnbuckle.

  • Page 111: Chapter 10 Duct Installation

    Duct Installation Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Fan Diffuser Installation ▪ Top Elbow Duct Section ▪ 44 in. Duct Section Assembly ▪ 32 in. Expansion Section Assembly ▪ Bottom Elbow Duct Section ▪ Typical Duct Assembly ▪ Fan/Heater Mounting Pneg–4924 TopDry Autoflow...

  • Page 112: Fan Diffuser Installation

    Chapter 10: Duct Installation Fan Diffuser Installation The diffusers are used to effectively distribute airflow evenly throughout the plenum. 1. Install the diffuser hangers (B) to the end slots of the top plate (A) with the self-drilling screws (C). 2. Center the top plate (A) under the C-channel in front of the fan opening. 3.
  • Page 113 Chapter 10: Duct Installation 7. Align two holes of the bracket on the peaks of corrugation and field drill holes in sidewall. 8. Install the side brackets (H) to the sidewall with the bolts (D), washers (E) and nuts (F). 9.

  • Page 114: Top Elbow Duct Section

    Chapter 10: Duct Installation Top Elbow Duct Section What You Should Know Assemble the elbow duct section before installing to the fan entrance sheet assembly. 1. Install the left top elbow duct (C) and the right top elbow duct (D) to the upper elbow scroll duct (A) with the bolts (E) and nuts (F).

  • Page 115: 44 In. Duct Section Assembly

    Chapter 10: Duct Installation 44 in. Duct Section Assembly The duct sections must be assembled separately and installed to the bin as it is being built. 1. Caulk the corners of the panels (A and B) and assemble all the four panels together with the bolts (C) and nuts (D).

  • Page 116: 32 In. Expansion Section Assembly

    Chapter 10: Duct Installation 32 in. Expansion Section Assembly The expansion section has two separate sections. The top expansion section slides over the bottom expansion section. 1. Caulk the corners of the panels (A and B) and assemble all the four panels together with the bolts (C) and nuts (D).
  • Page 117 Chapter 10: Duct Installation Figure 10-5 Bottom expansion section 5/16 in. flange nut (S-3611) Bulb seal 32 in. expansion bottom sides Install bulb seal around the edges 5/16 in. x 3/4 in. truss head screws (S-4303) Bottom expansion section 5. Slide the top expansion section (E) over the bottom expansion section (J). Pneg–4924 TopDry Autoflow...
  • Page 118 Chapter 10: Duct Installation Figure 10-6 32 in. expansion section assembly Top expansion section Bottom expansion section Pneg–4924 TopDry Autoflow...

  • Page 119: Bottom Elbow Duct Section

    Chapter 10: Duct Installation Bottom Elbow Duct Section The bottom elbow duct section installs to the expansion duct section. 1. Install the left base elbow duct (B) and the right base elbow duct (C) to the base elbow large scroll (A) with the bolts (E) and nuts (F).

  • Page 120: Typical Duct Assembly

    Chapter 10: Duct Installation Typical Duct Assembly The duct assembly sections are installed as the sidewall rings are installed. 1. Connect the sections of the 44 in. duct assemblies (A) with the flange stiffeners (B) in between the duct section tabs, using the bolts (C) and nuts (D). Top elbow section Bolt Duct flange stiffener...
  • Page 121 Chapter 10: Duct Installation Figure 10-8 Expansion section to duct section connection Duct section Top elbow section Top expansion section 3. Install the bottom elbow section (H) to the bottom expansion section (G). Pneg–4924 TopDry Autoflow...
  • Page 122 Chapter 10: Duct Installation Figure 10-9 Typical duct assembly 44 in. duct section Bottom expansion section Top expansion section Bottom elbow section Top elbow section Pneg–4924 TopDry Autoflow...

  • Page 123: Fan/Heater Mounting

    Chapter 10: Duct Installation Fan/Heater Mounting 1. Mount the TopDry fan/heater units (A) to the bottom elbow duct (B). Fan legs (D) must set on the platform (E). 2. Mount the fan/heater to duct using the appropriate face plate (C). Figure 10-10 Fan/Heater Mounting TopDry fan/heater unit Fan legs...
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  • Page 125: Chapter 11 Accessories

    Accessories Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ TopDry Access Door Assembly ▪ Access Door Platform ▪ Cross Over Platform Assembly ▪ Door Placement ▪ Two Ring Door Installation TopDry Access Door Assembly Follow the instructions to assemble the TopDry access door. 1.

  • Page 126: Access Door Platform

    Chapter 11: Accessories Figure 11-1 Access door assembly Access door plate (TD-100990) Front door handle (D03–0512) Top and bottom Z frames (TD-100991) Rear door handle (ACD-4513) Side Z frames (TD-100992) #10 x 5/8 in. screw (S-2009) Top access door (TD-100993) #10 hex nut (S-2010) Inside access door (TD-100994) Front door latch (TD-101021)
  • Page 127 Chapter 11: Accessories 3. Field drill sixteen 3/8 in. holes on the sidewall for each sidewall brace (C). Install the sidewall brace (C) along with the platform support (A) to the sidewall with the bolts (L) and nuts (N). 4. Install the platform floor (E), platform floor splice (F), and the platform toe plates (G) to the platform support (A) with the truss head bolts (M) and nuts (N).

  • Page 128: Cross Over Platform Assembly

    Chapter 11: Accessories Cross Over Platform Assembly The cross over platform assembly is used when stairs are installed. 1. Assemble the floor braces (B) to the platform support (A) with the truss head bolts (J) and nuts (K). 2. Install the assembled platform support (A) to the sidewall brace (C) and support brace (D) with the truss head bolts (J) and nuts (K).

  • Page 129: Door Placement

    Chapter 11: Accessories Door Placement • Standard two ring door can be used for bins with 13 rings and shorter heights. Figure 11-4 Two ring door placement First ring (from bottom of the bin) Door assembly Second ring (from bottom of the bin) Two Ring Door Installation Standard Two-ring door (WD-6242) can be used for bins with 3 to 9 ring heights.
  • Page 130 Chapter 11: Accessories NOTE: Do not distort door frame with use of alignment or drift punches - if necessary, drill or ream holes to insert bolts in door frame. Now tighten frame bolts starting at center and working toward top and bottom on each side. 5.
  • Page 131 Chapter 11: Accessories NOTE: Use door assembly (WD-6242) for bins with 3-9 rings heights Figure 11-5 Standard Two ring door Part Number Description Callout Quantity WD-039 Outer Door Cover WD-2854 Outer Cover Latch Bracket WD-225 Outer Cover Hinge Bracket WD-035 Door Cover Brace Section WD-033 Door Retainer...
  • Page 132 Chapter 11: Accessories Callout Part Number Description Quantity S-4380 Rubber Trim Seal Strip WD-6039 Latch Bar WD-6037 Inner Panel Latch - Right Hand WD-6038 Inner Panel Latch - Left Hand WD-6040 Latch Bushing S-7160 1/2 in. x 1 in. Hex Socket Cap Screw WD-6079 Long Bearing Pin WD-6125...
  • Page 133 Chapter 11: Accessories NOTE: Use door assembly (WD-6244) for bins with 10-13 ring heights Figure 11-6 Heavy Two ring door Part Number Description Callout Quantity WD-039 Outer Door Cover WD-2854 Outer Cover Latch Bracket WD-225 Outer Cover Hinge Bracket WD-035 Door Cover Brace Section WD-033 Door Retainer...
  • Page 134 Chapter 11: Accessories Callout Part Number Description Quantity S-4380 Rubber Trim Seal Strip WD-6039 Latch Bar WD-6037 Inner Panel Latch - Right Hand WD-6038 Inner Panel Latch - Left Hand WD-6040 Latch Bushing S-7160 1/2 in. x 1 in. Hex Socket Cap Screw WD-6079 Long Bearing Pin WD-6125...

  • Page 135: Gsi Group, Llc Limited Warranty

    12 months after sale to the original end-user or if a foreign sale, 14 months from arrival at port of discharge, whichever is earlier. The end-user’s sole remedy (and GSI’s only obligation) is to repair or replace, at GSI’s option and expense, products that in GSI’s judgment, contain a material defect in materials or...
  • Page 136 Authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted before installations are made. 1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL 62510-0020 Phone: 1-217-226-4421 Fax: 1-217-226-4420 www.gsiag.com GSI is a worldwide brand of AGCO Corporation. Copyright © 2015 by GSI Group Printed in the USA CN #321896...

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