GRAIN SPREADER

Models GS-3 and GS-6

Installation and Specifications/Owner-Operator’s Manual

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Warranty BROCK® Grain Spreader

Warranty
Brock Grain Systems (“Brock”) warrants each new Brock Grain Spreader manufactured by it to be free from
defects in material or workmanship for two (2) years from and after the date of initial installation by or for the
original purchaser. If such a defect is found by the Manufacturer to exist within the two year period, the
Manufacturer will, at its option, (a) repair or replace such product free of charge, F.O.B. the factory of manufacture,
or (b) refund to the original purchaser the original purchase price, in lieu of such repair of replacement. Labor costs
associated with the replacement or repair of the Spreader are not covered by the Manufacturer.
Conditions and Limitations
(a) The product must be installed and operated in accordance with instructions published by the Manufacturer or
Warranty will be void.
(b) This product must be purchased from and installed by an authorized Brock Dealer or the Warranty will be void.
(c) Malfunctions or failure resulting from misuse, abuse, negligence, alteration, accident, or lack of proper
maintenance shall not be considered defects under this Warranty.
The Manufacturer shall not be liable for any consequential or special damage which any purchaser may suffer or
claim to suffer as a result of any defect in the product. “Consequential” or “special damages” as used herein
include, but are not limited to, lost or damaged products or goods, costs of transportation, lost sales, lost order,
lost income, increased overhead, labor and incidental costs and operational inefficiencies.
THIS WARRANTY CONSTITUTES THE MANUFACTURER’S ENTIRE AND SOLE WARRANTY AND
THE MANUFACTURER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES AS TO
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSES SOLD AND DESCRIPTION OR
QUALITY OF THE PRODUCT FURNISHED HEREUNDER.
Brock Dealers are not authorized to modify or extend the terms and conditions of this Warranty in any manner or
to offer or grant any other warranties for BROCK® products in addition to those terms expressly stated above.
An officer of CTB, Inc., must authorize any exceptions to this Warranty in writing. The Manufacturer reserves
the right to change models and specifications at any time without notice or obligation to improve previous models.
Effective February 2015

BROCK GRAIN SYSTEMS

A Division of CTB Inc.
P.O. Box 2000 · Milford, Indiana 46542-2000 · U.S.A.
Phone (574) 658-4191 · Fax (574) 658-4133
e-mail: brock@brockgrain.com · Internet: http//www.brockgrain.com

NOTE: The original, authoritative version of this Manual is the [English] version produced by CTB, Inc. or any of its subsidiaries or
divisions, (hereafter collectively referred to as "CTB"). Subsequent changes to any Manual made by any third party have not been reviewed
nor authenticated by CTB. Such changes may include, but are not limited to, translation into languages other than [English], and additions
to or deletions from the original content. CTB disclaims responsibility for any and all damages, injuries, Warranty claims and/or any other
claims associated with such changes, inasmuch as such changes result in content that is different from the authoritative CTB-published
[English] version of the Manual. For current product installation and operation information, please contact the Customer Service and/or
Technical Service Departments of the appropriate CTB subsidiary or division. Should you observe any questionable content in any Manual,
please notify CTB immediately in writing to: CTB Legal Department, P.O. Box 2000, Milford, IN 46542-2000 USA.

Thank You
The employees of BROCK GRAIN SYSTEMS would like to thank you for your recent BROCK® purchase. If a
problem should arise, your BROCK dealer can supply the necessary information to help you.

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Contents
Warranty .......................................................................................................................................................2
Support Information • Distributor and Installer Information ................................................................................3
About This Manual .....................................................................................................................................4-5
Definition of Terms and Pictures • Identification of Parts and Hardware.............................................................4
Grain Spreader Specifications • Tools and Equipment Needed ............................................................................5
SAFETY....................................................................................................................................................... 6-9
Recognize SAFETY Information • Understand Signal Words • Follow SAFETY Instructions....................... 6
Electrical DANGER Decal • Electrical SAFETY ................................................................................................ 7
Rotating Parts • Other Hazards • There are Suffocation Hazards in Flowing Grain! ..................................... 8
The Speed of Entrapment ......................................................................................................................................... 9
Mechanical Installation ............................................................................................................................10-13
All Models: Bolt (4) Arm Extensions to the Cone ..................................................................................................10
GS-3 Models Only: Bolt (4) Hanger Brackets to Arm Extensions .........................................................................10
GS-6 Models Only: Bolt (4) Hanger Brackets to the Splash Guard and Arm Extensions......................................10
Clearance from Roof Collar to the Top of the Spreader Cone ................................................................................11
Hang the Grain Spreader .........................................................................................................................................12
Farm Bin Installations to the Fillhole................................................................................................................12
Commercial Bin Installations to the Fillhole.....................................................................................................13
Electrical Installation................................................................................................................................... 14
Electrical Specifications Chart • Check Rotation................................................................................................14
Adjustments............................................................................................................................................... 15-18
Locate Grain “Throw” Positions .............................................................................................................................15
Adjust the LONG and SHORT Vanes • Attach Vane Extensions .......................................................................16
Adjust Center Fill with Slide Covers .......................................................................................................................17
Optional Spreader Inlet Cone SIC-3 (GS-3X only) .................................................................................................18
Maintenance and Service ............................................................................................................................19
SAFETY Reminders • Inspection........................................................................................................................19
3000 BPH Models GS-31, GS-33, GS-33-5 ............................................................................................. 20-21
Parts Identification ..................................................................................................................................................21
6000 BPH Models GS-61 and GS-63 ...................................................................................................... 22-23
Parts Identification ..................................................................................................................................................23

Support Information
Using this equipment for any other purpose or in a way not within the operating recommendations specified
in this Manual will void the Warranty and may cause injury or death. This Manual is designed to provide
comprehensive planning and construction information for this BROCK® product.
Dealers: Please provide the Customer with the information to complete the easy reference below.
Distributor and Installer Information
Dealer or Customer: Please fill in the following information about this Product.
Keep this Manual in a clean, dry place for future reference.
Distributor’s Name __________________________________________________________
Distributor’s Address ________________________________________________________
Distributor’s Phone ______________________________ Date of Purchase ____________
Installer’s Name____________________________________________________________
Installer’s Address __________________________________________________________
Installer’s Phone _______________________________ Date of Installation ____________
Grain Spreader Specifications
Model:_____________________________________________________________
Serial Number:______________________________________________________
Motor:__________________HP:__________

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About This Manual BROCK® Grain Spreader

About This Manual

CAUTION! For operation of your Grain Spreader, read and understand this Manual.
Failure to follow proper operational procedures may cause damage to
equipment or personal injury.
Contact your BROCK Dealer to replace this Manual should it become lost or damaged.
The intent of this Manual is to help you install your BROCK® Grain Spreader.
Follow this Manual step-by-step in the order of assembly. Use it for easy reference
if you have questions in a particular area.
Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices of national and/or
local codes at each installation site.
Warranty information is included on the inside front cover of this Manual.
Major changes from the last printing are listed on the back cover.
IMPORTANT! Read ALL instructions and study all Figures carefully BEFORE starting
construction.
IMPORTANT! Pay particular attention to all SAFETY information on pages 6-9 and 19.
This Planning Symbol is used in areas where planning needs to take place before
construction continues. When you see the Planning symbol at left, decisions must be
made regarding your particular installation.
Definition of Terms and Pictures
The appearance of parts
or assemblies shipped/ • Measurements: English measurements are listed first. The symbol " equals
constructed may vary inches and ' equals feet. Metric measurements follow the English measurement
from Manual Figures. in italics inside square brackets. The metric measurement is in millimeters unless
Brock Grain Systems otherwise specified. English/metric measurement example: 
reserves the right to make 15' [4 572] 24' [7 315]
changes at any time
without prior notice. • Orientation and direction: “horizontal,” “vertical,” “bottom” and “top” refer to
the Grain Bin as it is standing. “Left” and “right” refer to the Grain Bin as you are
looking at it from the outside. “Clockwise” and “counter-clockwise” refer to
rotation as you are viewing the equipment from the top.
Identification of Parts and Hardware
IMPORTANT! No hardware substitutions are permitted unless noted.
Names for BROCK® main components are capitalized within text.
Many assemblies described in this Manual have Figures. To identify components,
Figures use Item keys with corresponding Item Tables. Tables common to more than
one Figure may be shared, and/or may be noted on a facing page.
• Items identified include basic parts, hardware, and other parts pertinent to the
assembly. Items keyed will vary among Figures.
• Item key for basic parts and components: black number in white circle.
• Item key for hardware: white number in a shaded circle.
• Item key for dimensions and lengths (variable or set): number/letter in a circle
on an arrow or line. Numeric values are listed in the Item Table for that Figure.
• An asterisk* marks other specifics: holes, notches, positions, exceptions, etc.

19
2 Hardware

1 Part Item Description

12 Hanger Arm
18 Flange Nut 18
12 19 Hex Head Bolt
Figure 1.
Hardware and Component Identification
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Grain Spreader Specifications

Model Max. Capacity Bin Size Bin Opening HP Phase
(Bu/hr) Size Voltage Amps Weight
pounds [Kg]
GS-31 24'-48' 1 115 6.8
**Farm:
GS-33 3000* Farm or 24'' Inner 1/2 3 230/460 1.8/0.9 100 [45.4]
GS-33-5 Commercial Diameter 3 575 0.7
or
GS-61 24'-60' Commercial: 1 115 12.6
6000* Farm or 24'' x 24'' 1-1/2 125 [56.7]
GS-63 Commercial 3 230/460 4.4/2.2
* Spreader capacity will vary depending on moisture content and type of grain
**For other size openings, see pages 11, 21 and 23 for additional Hanger Brackets.

Tools and Equipment Needed

WARNING! Inventory all tools and pieces of hardware near the Grain Spreader
during installation or servicing. Tools left inside the unit could cause
damage or injury.
• Flat-blade screwdriver
• Open end wrenches 1/2"
• Socket wrenches with 1/2'' socket
• Electrical wire, adequate length and gauge for load
• Wire cutters and wire strippers
• Drill bits
• Safety glasses
• Gloves
CAUTION! Because of the DANGER of falling or flying debris, protective eyewear/
safety glasses MUST be worn during assembly, installation, maintenance
or servicing of this Grain Spreader. Failure to do so may result in minor or
moderate injury.

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SAFETY

Recognize SAFETY Information

This is the Safety-Alert Symbol. When you see this symbol on your equipment or in
this Manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury. This symbol is used
throughout this Manual to identify stages where the bin Contractor and/or Operator
need to take special note and precautions regarding the DANGER described. Please
Remember:  read all the SAFETY information and the instructions completely prior to beginning
Think SAFETY first! the construction.
Signal words DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION, are used with the safety-alert
symbol.
Be sure to follow ALL National and Local Safety Standards governing each
installation site.

Understand Signal Words

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY result in
minor or moderate injury.

Follow SAFETY Instructions

BROCK® Grain Spreaders are built with your SAFETY in mind.
However, accidents can happen with improper installation or use of any system using
moving parts and electricity. BROCK strives to take every reasonable precaution to
design equipment that is safe without compromising or restricting necessary
movement of components.
Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices of national and/or
local codes at each installation site.
Carefully read and follow these SAFETY procedures whenever you are around or
operating the Grain Spreader. Carefully read all SAFETY messages in this Manual and
on your equipment SAFETY Decals. Follow recommended precautions and safe
operating practices. Also read and follow the SAFETY procedures in your Manuals to
supplemental equipment and accessories, and on your equipment SAFETY Decals.
Keep this Manual in a safe, dry place where the Grain Spreader Operator can easily
obtain it. Contact your BROCK Dealer to replace a Manual should it become lost
or damaged.
CAUTION! For operation and use of your Grain Spreader, read and understand this
Manual. Failure to read this Manual by qualified personnel BEFORE
assembly, installation or usage, constitutes a misuse of the equipment
and could void the Warranty.
WARNING! Grain Spreader installations shall meet the National Fire Protection
Association Standard 61B, as amended, for the prevention of fires and
explosions in grain elevators and facilities handling bulk raw
agricultural commodities. Failure to follow this standard could result in
death or serious injury.

CAUTION! Failure to follow proper operational procedures may cause damage to

equipment and may result in minor or moderate injury.

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SAFETY

Electrical DANGER Decal

IMPORTANT! Read the DANGER Decal on your Grain Spreader. Check the Spreader
for proper Decal placement BEFORE the equipment is operated. Never
use equipment if the DANGER Decal is missing, improperly placed,
damaged or altered. In this case call the Manufacturer for immediate
replacement. Keep Decals clean and grease-free.
SAFETY information has been provided by the
Manufacturer to help insure the safe and proper use of
this product. This SAFETY information has been
placed on the Grain Spreader to provide proper access
to the user.
The following DANGER Decal is properly located on
the Grain Spreader Control Box Lid (as shipped from
the factory) as shown in Figure 2. Make sure the Decal
can be easily seen at all times.

Figure 2.
Grain Spreader DANGER Decal 0-48354 Location

Electrical SAFETY
DANGER! Electricity can KILL! Use extreme CAUTION around electrical
components. Your Installer should be sure wiring is an adequate gauge
to carry the load of your Spreader’s Motor. Failure to follow these
instructions will result in death or serious injury.
In selecting electrical control equipment to be used with any installation, the
purchaser must use equipment conforming to the National Electrical Code, the
National Electrical Safety Code and all other applicable local or national codes.
IMPORTANT! All electrical wiring should be done by a qualified electrician and all
components must meet the National Fire Protection Association
Standard NFPA No. 70, American National Standard Inst. ANSI-C1, and
all local requirements.
BROCK assumes no responsibility for the electrical wiring used with this Grain
Spreader. BROCK will not be liable for failure of the Grain Spreader because of
improper electrical capacity, installation or use.
IMPORTANT! All Safety devices, including wiring of electrical devices, shall be
arranged to operate such that a power failure or failure of the device
itself will not result in a hazardous condition.
To prevent a hazardous condition, the machine MUST be prevented
from restarting on its own when power returns after a power failure.
DANGER! Do not allow the Grain Spreader to run while any adjustments or
maintenance are being performed. Failure to shut it off will result in
personal injury or death. Disconnect electrical power BEFORE
inspecting or servicing equipment unless maintenance instructions
specifically state otherwise. Failure to do so will result in death or
serious injury.
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SAFETY
Before restarting a Grain Spreader that has been stopped because of an emergency,
an inspection shall be made and the cause of the stoppage determined. The starting
device shall be locked or tagged out before any attempt is made to remove the cause
of the stoppage.
IMPORTANT! A LOCKOUT device should be installed at the time of the Grain
Spreader installation to prevent the machine from starting during a
safety check, maintenance, etc. Lockable disconnect switches should
open control enclosures containing hazardous voltage wiring.
All electrical equipment shall be grounded. Ground all non-current carrying metal
parts to guard against electrical shock.
Rotating Parts
CAUTION! Because of the danger of flying debris, protective eyewear/safety
glasses MUST be worn during assembly, installation, maintenance or
servicing of this Grain Spreader. Failure to do so may result in minor or
moderate injury.
Never remove, cut, modify or damage Grain Spreader components. Keep hands, feet,
hair, and clothing away from power-driven parts in motion. Never wear loose-fitting
clothing or flowing scarves/jewelry around moving parts or equipment.
Other Hazards
CAUTION! DO NOT ATTACH any other item to any part of this Spreader. To do so
may cause damage to the Grain Bin and Spreader, and/or may result in
minor to moderate injury.
There are Suffocation Hazards in Flowing Grain!
DANGER! Be aware that where Grain Spreaders are installed in conjunction with
Grain Bins, there are other hazards involved. ONLY AUTHORIZED
PERSONNEL should enter a Grain Bin area. You CAN suffocate under
material in a Grain Bin/Tank. Entry into ANY Grain Bin is a potential hazard.
DANGER! NEVER enter the Tank during loading or unloading. Failure to follow
these instructions will lead to death or serious injury.
Flowing material may trap and suffocate, as shown in Figures 3 and 4.

FLOWING Material CRUSTED Material COLLAPSES and

TRAPS and SUFFOCATES SUFFOCATES

Figure 3.
Suffocation Hazards

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SAFETY

The Speed of Entrapment

UNLOAD CAPACITY approx. 8'' diameter 10'' diameter INDUSTRIAL SUMP CAPACITY
2500-3000 bu/hr 4000-4500 bu/hr 16'' discharge: 10,000 bu/hr
From the time the
unload system
starts, you have
very few seconds
to react.
If you are pulled
down with your 2-3 1.5 .5-1
seconds seconds second
knees below the
grain, you are
HELPLESS.

At this point you are

immobilized,
ENTRAPPED up to
the chest.
Suffocation can
happen here even if
the unload system 4-5 3 2
stops, because of seconds seconds
seconds
grain pressure on
your lungs.

At this point you are

completely
covered:
ENGULFED.
Without imminent
rescue, suffocation 22 7 3-5
seconds seconds seconds
NOTES: On this chart, an
average 6' tall adult’s body
volume displaces about 7
cubic feet, or 5.6 bushels;
some sources vary and
estimate the adult body at Figure 4.
4.7 cubic feet.Times shown The Ever-Increasing Speed (Times are ESTIMATES) from Entrapment to Engulfment
are closest approximation.
(1 bushel = 1.24 cubic feet)

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Mechanical Installation
NOTE: For Spreader
installation into a bin
with a 21'' [533] diameter
opening, order and install
four (4) 0-50016 Hanger
Brackets.
For Spreader installation
into a bin with a 32'' [813]
diameter opening, order
and install four (4) each
0-50015-32 and 0-50027
Hanger Brackets.
For all other sizes, the
Brackets must be field-
modified.
All Models: Bolt (4) Arm Extensions to the Cone
Attach four (4) Spreader Arm Extensions
(Item 13) to holes (12 total) at the top of the
Spreader Cone (Item 4). Use three (3) 5/16 x
3/4'' Bolts (heads outside) and Flange Nuts
(Items 19 and 20) to attach each Arm
Extension to the Cone. See Figure 5 at right.
Hanger Brackets are adjustable every 2'' [51].
13
19
4 20
Figure 5.
Arm Extensions
GS-3 Models Only:
Bolt (4) Hanger Brackets 
to Arm Extensions
With the same hardware, use two (2) Bolts and 12
Flange Nuts (Items 19 and 20) to attach a Hanger
Bracket (Item 12) to each Arm Extension. A
minimum of two (2) Bolts are required for 19
each connection. See Figure 6 at right. 20
13
Figure 6.
Hanger Brackets and Arm
Extensions Installed
(GS-33 shown)

GS-6 Models Only: 12

Bolt (4) Hanger Brackets to the Splash 39
Guard and Arm Extensions
With the same hardware, use two (2) Bolts and
Flange Nuts (Items 19 and 20) to attach a Hanger
Bracket (Item 12) through each Arm Extension
and the Splash Guard (Item 39) above the Cone. 
A minimum of two (2) Bolts are required for 19
each connection. See Figure 7 at right.
20
13
Item Description Figure 7.
Hanger Brackets and Arm
4 Cone Extensions Installed
12 Hanger Bracket (GS-63 shown)
13 Extension, Spreader Arm
19 Bolt, HHWH 5/16-18 x 3/4''
20 Nut, Hex Flange 5/16''-18
37 Inlet Cone
39 Guard, Splash 4-Point Mount
42 Farm Roof Inner Collar

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Clearance from Roof Collar to Top of the Spreader Cone

MINIMUM Hanger MAXIMUM clearance (F) is 

Bracket adjustment is from 17 7/16'' [443], when the optional
7 7/16'' [189] depth (E). Inlet Cone (Item 37, page 18) is used.

E
F

42 37

A
C B
4 D

Figure 8.
MINIMUM Hanging Adjustment
7 7/16'' [189]
Figure 9.
MAXIMUM Hanging Adjustment
17 7/16'' [443]
(Inlet Cone shown)

Item Description Item Dimension

4 Cone
12 Hanger Bracket
13 Extension, Spreader Arm
19 Bolt, HHWH 5/16-18 x 3/4''
20 Nut, Hex Flange 5/16''-18
37 Inlet Cone
42 Farm Roof Inner Collar
A 35 3/4'' [908] min.
B 45 3/4'' [1 162] max.
C 28 3/8'' [721] min.
D 36 5/16'' [922] max.
E 7 7/16'' [189] min.
F 17 7/16'' [443] max.
G 24'' [610] Diameter

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Hang the Grain Spreader

IMPORTANT! The grain flow must be centered into the TOP of the Spreader to help
maintain a more even grain distribution into the Bin.
NOTE: See page 18 if your fill rate is less than 2000 bu/hr.
Suspend the Spreader from the Fillhole Collar by the four (4) Hanger Brackets.
IMPORTANT! After installation, check to make sure the Spreader is LEVEL. If needed,
adjust by loosening the bolts securing the hanger brackets to the
Spreader Extension Arms.
Farm Bin Installations to the Fillhole
Both 3000-bph Models and 6000-bph Models can be installed on Farm Bin Collars.
Hang each Hanger Bracket over the top of the inner collar webbing. See Figure 10.

40
Item Description
12 Hanger Bracket
13 Extension, Spreader Arm SIDE VIEW
40 Roof Inner Collar, Farm Fillhole

12

40

12

Detail, GS-3 Models

(3000 bph)

TOP VIEW

40

UNDERSIDE VIEW
Figure 10.
Model GS-3X or GS-6X on Farm Roof Fillhole Collar
(GS-33 shown)

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Commercial Bin Installations to the Fillhole (48' - 60')

Commercial Fillhole: Bolt each Hanger Bracket to the inside of the compression ring
channel using two (2) Bolts and Flange Nuts (Items 19 and 20) per Hanger Bracket
(Item 21).

41

41
12
Detail

19
20

12

Item Description
12 Hanger Bracket
13 Extension, Spreader Arm
19 Bolt, HHWH 5/16-18 x 3/4''
20 Nut, Hex Flange Serr. 5/16''-18 zc
41 Commercial Roof 
Compression Ring Channel
G 24'' [610]

41

SIDE VIEW
TOP VIEW
41

12

12

Figure 11. G
Model GS-63 on Commercial Roof
Compression Ring Channel

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Electrical Installation
DANGER! Disconnect electrical power BEFORE inspecting or servicing equipment.
Do not allow the Grain Spreader to run while any adjustments are being
made. Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury. Protective
gloves should be worn during assembly of this piece of equipment.
DANGER! Electricity can kill! Installations MUST be done by a certified/licensed
electrician, in accordance with all national, state and local electrical
SAFETY codes. Failure to follow this instruction will result in death or
serious injury. Do not jeopardize your BROCK® Grain Spreader
Warranty with improper electrical installation!
Contact your power provider before installation. They can determine if any
adjustments in their lines will be necessary to accommodate the Grain Spreader.
IMPORTANT! All electrical wiring MUST be done by a qualified electrician and all
components must meet the National Fire Protection Association
Standard NFPA No. 70, American National Standard Inst. ANSI-C1, and
all applicable local requirements.
BROCK assumes no responsibility for the electrical wiring used with
this Grain Spreader. BROCK will not be liable for failure of the unit
because of improper electrical installation or use.
IMPORTANT! All SAFETY devices, including wiring of electrical devices shall be
arranged to operate such that a power failure or failure of the device
itself will not result in a hazardous condition. To prevent a hazardous
condition, the machine MUST be prevented from restarting on its own
after a power failure when power returns.
CAUTION! GRAIN SPREADER UNITS require that the CUSTOMER PROVIDE:
overload protection, disconnect and short circuit protection which are
properly sized and connected to protect the Motor and wiring. Failure
to do so can result in Motor damage.

Electrical Specifications: Grain Spreaders

Model HP Phase Voltage Amps
GS-31 1/2 1 115 6.8
GS-33 1/2 3 230/460 1.8 / .9
GS-33-5 1/2 3 575 .7
GS-61 1 1/2 1 115 12.6
GS-63 1 1/2 3 230/460 4.4 / 2.2

Check Rotation
Check the rotation of the Spreader. Rotation
should be counter-clockwise looking down on
the Cone. See Figure 12.

Figure 12.
Correct Counter-Clockwise
Rotation

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Adjustments
Locate Grain “Throw” Positions
To tailor material “throw” outward from the center of the Spreader: Locate Vane
positions A, B or C in four (4) curved slots* on the Spreader base (Item 5).

*
Model GS-3 (1/2 HP)  5
is designed to spread grain
evenly in smaller Bins ranging
from 24' - 48' diameter when
Vanes are properly installed.

C
Model GS-3
Item Description B
5 Base, Grain Spreader A
Slot to adjust TOP VIEWS
* diameter of spread
*
Model GS-6 (1-1/2 HP)
is designed for larger Bins 5
48' - 60' diameter, when
Vanes are properly installed
with Extensions (Item 10,
facing page) . This Model is
sold with two (2) Extensions
pre-installed. C
Model GS-6 B

Figure 13.
Vane Positions A, B, and C A
on Spreader Base

Use the Chart below to set Vane positions in the base slots.

Model Capacity* HP Vane Vane Bin Diameter

Position Extensions
A NO 24' [7 315]
GS-3 3,000 bph 1/2 B NO 36' [10 973]
C YES 48' [14 630]

A NO 24'-42' [7 315-12 802]

A YES 48' [14 630]
GS-6 6,000 bph 1 - 1/2
B YES 54' [16 459]
C YES 60' [18 288]
*Spreader capacity will vary depending on moisture and type of grain

To use a Model GS-6 in a smaller diameter Bin than RATED: In a 36' diameter Bin,
for example, install the Vanes (Item 5) in the lowest “throw” position—”A”—and remove
the two (2) Vane Extensions (Item 10). Run the Spreader without Vane Extensions.
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Adjust the LONG and SHORT Vanes

Determine Vane positions in the Base slots. See the previous page. For Bins with
diameters other than those noted in the Chart above (i.e., 27', 30', 33', 42'), set Vanes
at the position for the closest smaller diameter.

6 9 7
19
18
6
5

18
7 9 22
Figure 14. 19
Attach LONG and SHORT Vanes to
Item Description the Spreader Base
5 Base, Grain Spreader
6 Vane (LONG)
7 Vane (SHORT)
9 Slide Cover, Center Fill Adjustment
10 Vane Extension
18 Nut, Wing 5/16''-18
19 Bolt, Hex WH Serr. 5/16-18 x 3/4'' zc
22 Washer, 5/16'' .0003zc

Attach Vane Extensions (where applicable)

Attach two (2) Extensions (Item 10) to the outer end of LONG Vanes as shown in
Figure 15 and Hardware Detail A.
Use two Bolts (Item 19, heads on Vane side), with a 5/16'' Washer and Wing Nut
(Items 22 and 18) on the Extension side. Tighten hardware.

10

18
10

22

22
19 Figure 15. 19
18 Vane Extensions to LONG Vanes Hardware Detail B
Hardware Detail A

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BROCK® Grain Spreader Adjustments

Adjust Center Fill with Slide Covers

Make adjustments to the Center Fill Slide Cover as needed per Bin size. By
loosening the two (2) 5/16'' Wing Nuts (Item 18) above the Covers (Item 9), slide the
slot adjustment OPEN for a greater fill. See Figure 16 below.

UNDERSIDE VIEW

9
10 *

5
9
10

9 17
18
Figure 16. 22
Spreader Base:
Center Fill Adjustment

* TOP VIEW

ItemDescription Slide Cover Detail

5 Base, Grain Spreader
9 Slide Cover, Center Fill Adjustment
10 Vane Extension
* Slot to adjust center fill rate
17 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1
18 Nut, Wing 5/16''-18
22 Washer, 5/16'' .0003zc

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Adjustments BROCK® Grain Spreader

Optional Spreader Inlet Cone SIC-3 (GS-3X Only)

This option can be used when the bin fill-rate is less than 2000 bu/hr. The Inlet Cone
will help center the grain over the Motor, thus allowing the Bin to be filled evenly.
Using the Two-Piece Support Arms (Items 38,39), position the Inlet Cone as shown
in Figure 17. Attach the Centering Guides (Item 40) at the location shown near the
bottom of the outer Cone.

37 19
20 37

38
38

19 39
20

39

40
19
20 4
Centering Guide Detail

40

Figure 17.
Attachment of Inlet Cone and Item Part No. Description Qty.
Centering Guides
(Single-Phase shown) 4 0-50003 Cone Spreader 1
19 39-48112 Bolt, Hex WH Serr. 5/16-18 x 3/4'' zc 25
20 2363-00006 Nut, Hex Flange Serr. 5/16''-18 zc 25
NOTE: To install Centering
Guides (Item 40) on a GS-6X 37 0-50012 Cone, Spreader Inlet 1
Spreader, order Centering 38 0-50018 Support, Inlet Cone LONG 3
Guides and field drill to install. 39 0-50019 Support, Inlet Cone SHORT 3
40 0-50011 Guide, Centering 5

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BROCK® Grain Spreader Maintenance and Service

Maintenance and Service

SAFETY Reminders
Service and maintenance of the Grain Spreader must be done only by a qualified
technician.

DISCONNECT POWER prior to maintaining or cleaning the Spreader!

DANGER! Electricity can kill! Startup checks MUST be done with the MAIN
POWER LOCKED OUT. Failure to follow these instructions will result in
serious injury or death.
CAUTION! Because of the danger of falling or flying debris, protective eyewear/
safety glasses MUST be worn during assembly, installation,
maintenance or servicing of this Grain Spreader. Failure to do so may
result in minor or moderate injury.

Check electrical components and connections.

Inspection
Before restarting a Grain Spreader that has been stopped because of an emergency,
inspect it to determine the cause of the stoppage. The starting device should be
locked or tagged out before any attempt is made to remove the cause of the stoppage.

DANGER! Electricity can kill! Inspections MUST be done with the unit shut OFF
and the MAIN POWER LOCKED OUT. Failure to follow these
instructions will result in serious injury or death. With MAIN POWER
LOCKED OUT, inspect electrical controls and wire connections for
TIGHTNESS.
• Check all hardware, electrical controls and wire connections for tightness.
Tighten any loose hardware, and/or electrical fittings.
• Check inside the unit for loose objects.
Reconnect the Main Power when tests are completed.

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3000 BPH Models GS-31, GS-33, GS-33-5 BROCK® Grain Spreader

3000 BPH Models GS-31, GS-33, GS-33-5

Parts Identification

12 12
31 EXPLODED VIEW

24
13
4
40

1
19
21 *
20 2

8 **
19
20

13

14 Junction Box
(Fig. 22 Detail, 19
facing page) 23
21
8
10
6 7 3
6 3 21
10

Figure 19.
9 GS-3X Motor and Gear Reducer
Assembly

5
22
7 18
22 17

18 Figure 18.
Model GS-33
(Three-Phase shown)
18
Detail A
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BROCK® Grain Spreader 3000 BPH Models GS-31, GS-33, GS-33-5

GS-31 GS-33 GS-33-5

Item Part No. Description 1-Phase 3-Phase 3-Phase TOP VIEW
Qty. Qty. Qty.
0-50000 Motor, 1/2 HP 1-Ph 110v 48yz C-face 1
included *Power Cord 1
1
0-50026 Motor, 1/2 HP 3-Ph 230/460v 48yz C-face 1
0-50029 Motor, 1/2 HP 3-Ph 575v 48yz C-face 1
0-50001 Gear Reducer, Inline 10:1 1/2 HP 1 1 1 11
2
included *Motor Drive Gear 1 1 1
3 0-50002 Weldment, Shaft Extension 1 1 1
4 0-55513 Cone, Grain Spreader, 4-Point Mount 1 1 1
5 0-50004 Base, Grain Spreader 1 1 1 Figure 20.
6
7
0-50005 Vane, LONG
0-50006 Vane, SHORT
2
2
2
2
2
2
Single-Phase Model
*
8 0-50007 Bracket, Gearbox Mounting 2 2 2
9 0-50009 Slide Cover, Center Fill Adjustment 2 2 2
10 0-50010 Vane, Extension 2 2 2 TOP VIEW
11 0-53508 Guard, Cord 1
12 0-55517 Hanger Bracket Attachment Arm 4 4 4
13 0-50017 Extension, Spreader Arm 4 4 4
14 0-48187 BROCK® Decal, 12'' [305] 2 2 2
15 0-48249 Fitting, Conduit, 1/2'' SRT 2 2
16 0-48271 Box, Junction 4 1/2 x 6'' 1 1
17 39-20118 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1 2 2 2
18 2371-00006 Nut, Wing 5/16''-18 14 14 14
19 39-48112 Bolt, Hex WH Serr. 5/16-18 x 3/4'' zc 50 48 48 15
20 2363-00006 Nut, Hex Flange Serr. 5/16''-18 zc 37 37 37
21 39-50020 Screw, Socket Set 5/16-18 x 1/4'' 2 2 2 15 34
22 39-20058 Washer, 5/16'' .0003zc 14 16 16
Figure 21.
23 39-50021 Pin, Spring 1/14 x 1'' 1 1 1 Three-Phase Model
24 39-48162 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1 1/4'' Gr. 5 2 4 4
25 2320-00004 Bolt, Hex WH Serr. 5/16-18 x 1'' zc Gr. 5 2 2
28 0-48368 Terminal, Ring 5/16 #10-12ga 1 1
29 42851 Lid 1 1
30 42854 Gasket 1 1
31 0-48354 Decal, DANGER Electrical Hazard 1 1
32 0-48371 Decal, 3-Phase (18/card) 1 1 SIDE VIEW
33 42849 Screw, Lid 4 4
34 0-48454 Conduit, Flex 1/2'' (inches) 4 4
35 0-48272 Plug, Liquid Tight Knock-Seal 7/8'' 1 1
36 0-48270 Bushing, 1 1/2'' plastic 1
37 39-55618 Washer, 1'' x 1/2'' Reducer 2
40 39-20281 Washer, Lock 3/8'' 2 2 2

Detail: Junction Box, Cover Open

16
31 28
25

30
29 33

32 20 35 Figure 22.
Model GS-33
(Three-Phase shown)

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6000 BPH Models GS-61 and GS-63 BROCK® Grain Spreader

6000 BPH Models GS-61 and GS-63

Parts Identification

EXPLODED VIEW
12

31
39 1

* *
* *
19
20 * 21
16
* 2

12
29
*
13
31
*
32

Junction Box
(Fig. 27 Detail, 19
facing page)
20
4 8

10 6 10

21 8
19
21 23

3
3
9
18
7 17
5
22 22 Figure 24, right.
GS-6X Motor and Gear Reducer
19 Assembly
Figure 23.
Models GS-63
18 (Three-Phase shown)

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BROCK® Grain Spreader 6000 BPH Models GS-61 and GS-63

GS-61 GS-63
Item Part No. Description 1-Phase 3-Phase
TOP VIEW
Qty. Qty.
0-50085 Motor, 1 1/2 HP 1-Ph 110v 56c C-face 1
1 included *Power Cord 1
0-50110 Motor, 1 1/2 HP 3-Ph 230/460v 56c C-face 1
0-50086 Gear Reducer, Inline 10:1 1 HP 1 1
*Adapter, Motor 1 1
*Square Key 1 1 11
2 *Screw, 3/8-16 x 1 1/2'' 4 4
included
*Motor Drive Gear 1 1
*Washer, Lock 3/8'' 2 2
*Bolt, Hex Head 2 2 Figure 25.
3
4
0-50002 Weldment, Shaft Extension
0-55514 Cone, Grain Spreader 6000 bph 4-Point
1
1
1
1
Single-Phase Model
*
5 0-50004 Base, Grain Spreader 1 1
6 0-50005 Vane, LONG 2 2
7 0-50006 Vane, SHORT 2 2 TOP VIEW
8 0-50092 Bracket, Gearbox Mounting, 6000 bph 2 2
9 0-50009 Slide Cover, Center Fill Adjustment 2 2
10 0-50010 Vane, Extension 2 2
11 0-53508 Guard, Cord 1
12 0-55517 Hanger Bracket Attachment Arm 4 4
13 0-50017 Extension, Spreader Arm 4 4
14 0-48187 BROCK® Decal, 12'' [305] 2 2
15 0-48257 Fitting, Conduit, 3/4'' 45° 2
16 0-48271 Box, Junction 4 1/2 x 6'' 1 15
17 39-20118 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1 2 2
18 2371-00006 Nut, Wing 5/16''-18 14 14 15 34
19 39-48112 Bolt, Hex WH Serr. 5/16-18 x 3/4'' zc 52 52
20 2363-00006 Nut, Hex Flange Serr. 5/16''-18 zc 37 37 Figure 26.
21 39-50020 Screw, Socket Set 5/16-18 x 1/4'' 2 2 Three-Phase Model
22 39-20058 Washer, 5/16'' .0003zc 14 16
23 39-50021 Pin, Spring 1/14 x 1'' 1 1
24 39-48162 Bolt, Hex HFTHD 5/16-18 x 1 1/4'' Gr. 5 2
25 2320-00004 Bolt, Hex WH Serr. 5/16-18 x 1'' zc Gr. 5 2
28 0-48368 Terminal, Ring 5/16 #10-12ga 1
29 42851 Lid 1
30 42854 Gasket 1
31 0-48354 Decal, DANGER Electrical Hazard 1
32 0-48371 Decal, 3-Phase (18/card) 1
SIDE VIEW
33 42849 Screw, Lid 4
34 0-48424 Conduit, Flex 3/4'' (inches) 3
35 0-48272 Plug, Liquid Tight Knock-Seal 7/8'' 1
36 0-48270 Bushing, 1 1/2'' Plastic 1
39 0-55525 Guard, Splash 4-Point Mount 1 1
41 2508-00103 Washer, 1'' x 3/4'' Reducer 2
Detail: Junction Box, Cover Open

31 28 25

30
29
33 16

32 20 Figure 27.
35 Model GS-63
(Three-Phase shown)
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BROCK GRAIN SYSTEMS
A Division of CTB Inc.

Grain Conditioning Division

1750 W. State Road 28 • Frankfort, IN 46041 • U.S.A.
Phone (765) 654-8517 • Fax (765) 654-8510
Toll Free (800) 541-7900
e-mail: brock@brockgrain.com • Internet: www.graindryers.com
and
P.O. Box 2000 • Milford, Indiana 46542-2000 • U.S.A.
Phone (574) 658-4191 • Fax (574) 658-4133
e-mail: brock@brockgrain.com • Internet: http//www.ctbworld.com or www.brockgrain.com
and
7400 East Thirteenth Street • Kansas City, Missouri 64126 • U.S.A.
Phone (816) 968-6101 • Fax (816) 968-6272

Printed in the U.S.A.

All specifications subject to change without notice.

Changes this issue:

Page 15: Information was added regarding adjustments.
Adjustment Carriage Bolts (2335-00009) on the base were changed to Carriage Bolts 39-20118.
Hanger Bracket Attachment (0-50015) has changed to 0-55517.
Hanger Brackets (0-55517) and Spreader Arm Extensions (0-50017) have increased in number from three (3) to four (4).
Figures were added to show recommended suspension from both Commercial and Farm Fillhole webbing.
Hanger Bracket Attachments 0-50016, 0-50015-32 and 0-50027 are no longer shipped with each Spreader but
can be ordered separately. 0-50016 for 21'' opening; 0-50015-32 and 0-50027 for 32'' opening.
Exploded illustrations for Gear Reducer-to-Motor and Control Box assemblies were added.

Changes last issue:

Information for GS-6 Models (6,000 bph) was added.
Some Part Numbers changed.

February 2015 MFH1866D