Hog Slat Inc. Newton Grove, NC USA June 2026 5 Feed Systems General Assembly / Operation Notes Prior to performing any work on Grow-Chain Feed System, read this entire manual. These assembly/operating instructions manual is intended to provide guidelines for the installation of system. Instructions should be considered as recommendations only. Actual installation may vary depending on specific conditions. Wiring diagrams are included within this manual. Instructions should only be carried out by a qualified technician. This person must have a good understanding of technical issues and drawings in both mechanical and electrical areas. The system is only suitable for operation in dry areas. System parts that are assembled outside the house must be adequately protected against moisture. Do not pressure wash the drive unit, chain fill hopper, unsealed corners, switch, controller or any other electronic components. The surfaces on which the system parts are assembled must be able to withstand the static loads. The GROW-CHAIN™ Feed System must not exceed any of the design criteria (See Grow-Chain Feed System Specifications). Refer to GROW-FLEX™ AUGER SYSTEM Manual (Hog Slat part # HSMANUAL-020) for proper installation of the GROW-FLEX™ AUGER SYSTEM. Only dry feed may be transported in the feed conveyor system (maximum residual moisture = 14%, maximum filling level = 50%). The feed can be floury, crumbly, or in pellets. GENERAL INSTALLATION NOTES: Make sure that power is disconnected from system prior to servicing. Installation of this equipment and related OEM equipment should be in accordance with these instructions, OEM’s installation instructions and local codes (if applicable). Failure to follow specified instructions may cause damage to equipment and/or personal injury or death. Take special note of any Warnings or Safety Decals on the equipment and in manuals. Always wear protective clothing and any applicable Personal Protective Equipment (Safety Glasses and/or Ear Plugs) when working with the equipment. Discarded materials, equipment and boxes should be recycled in accordance with local and national codes. GROW-CHAIN™ Feed System Principle of Operation The structure of the GROW-CHAIN™ Feed System depends on the conditions at the site and must be designed individually. The length of the conveyer trough are calculated by the seller. The manufacturer must be consulted before any extension of the feed conveyer system with corner pieces and / or conveyer troughs. The GROW-CHAIN™ Feed system is a closed loop made up of trough, flat chain and corners. The flat chain lays in the bottom of the trough and coveys feed thoughout the building. The feed is distributed into the building by a GROW-FLEX™ AUGER SYSTEM to the chain fill hopper.
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