In one embodiment, a method for controlling a pivoting auger spout of an auger tube from an operator console in a cab of a combine harvester, the auger tube at least partially encompassing an auger, the method comprising receiving a first signal corresponding to user activation of a first interface element of the operator console to a first state and if the auger is engaged, causing the pivoting auger spout to pivot about a first axis responsive to receiving the first signal, otherwise, if the auger is disengaged, causing the auger tube to swing toward a first position responsive to the first signal.