CONVEY-ALL CST-1550 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
COMMERCIAL SEED TENDER
CST-1550

SIGN-OFF FORM
Meridian Manufacturing Inc. follows the general Safety Standards specified by the American Society of
Agricultural Engineers (ASAE), and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Anyone
who will be operating and/or maintaining the tube conveyor must read and clearly understand ALL
Safety, Operating and Maintenance Information presented in this manual.
Do not operate or allow anyone else to operate this equipment until such information has been reviewed.
Annually review this information before the season start-up.
Make these periodic reviews of SAFETY and OPERATION a standard practice for all of your equipment.
We feel that an untrained operator is unqualified to operate this machine.
The following Sign-Off Form is provided for your record keeping to show that all personnel who will be
working with the equipment have read and understand the information in the Operator’s Manual and
have been instructed in the operation of the equipment. Copy this page to continue record.
Date Employee’s Signature Employer’s Signature

UNIT INSPECTION SAFETY INSPECTION
£No paint damage, scratches, or corrosion £All Guards/Shields Installed and Secured
£No hydraulic oil leaks, fuel leaks, air leaks £All Safety Decals Clear and Legible
£Checked engine/hydraulic fluid levels £
Reflectors, Trailer Lights are Clean
£Hydraulic Hoses Secure and Fittings Tight £
All Lights are Clean and Working
£Conveyor Belts Move Freely £
Reviewed Operating/Safety Instructions
£Conveyor Belts Aligned and Tensioned
£Rear Conveyor Swings and Moves Freely. Limit Switches function correctly
£Gate cylinders and limit switches function correctly
£Checked trailer tires and air-ride system
£Checked Tire Pressure
I have thoroughly instructed the buyer on the above described equipment. The review included the
content of the Operator’s Manual, equipment care, adjustments, safe operation and warranty policy.
Date _____________________ Dealer’s Signature _________________________________________
The above equipment and Operator’s Manual have been received by me. I have been thoroughly
instructed as to care, adjustments, safe operation and applicable warranty policy.
Date _____________________ Buyer’s Signature __________________________________________
The Dealer must fill out this form, and be signed by both the Dealer and Buyer at the time of delivery.
Scan or photograph the completed form (must be legible), and email it to: [email protected]
A copy of this form may also be mailed to the above address.
Buyer’s Name ____________________________ Dealer’s Name ____________________________
Address __________________________________ Address __________________________________
City ______________________________________ City ______________________________________
Province/State ____________________________ Province/State ____________________________
Postal Code/Zip Code _____________________ Postal Code/Zip Code _____________________
Country __________________________________ Country __________________________________
Phone Number ____________________________ Phone Number ____________________________
Unit’s Model Number ______________________ Unit’s Serial Number _______________________
Delivery Date _____________________________ General Purpose: £Private £Commercial
PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM
and INSPECTION REPORT Box 760, 275 Hespler Ave, Winkler, Manitoba R6W 4A8
T: [phone] P: [phone] F: [phone]
www.convey-all.com [email protected]

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION PAGE
Section 1: INTRODUCTION ....................... 1-1
1.1 Operator Orientation ....................... 1-1
1.2 Serial Number Location ..................... 1-1
Section 2: SAFETY.............................. 2-1
2.1 Safety Orientation ......................... 2-2
2.2 General Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
2.3 Equipment Safety Guidelines................. 2-3
2.4 Safety Decals ............................. 2-3
2.4.1 Applying Decals ........................ 2-3
2.5 Safety Decal Location ...................... 2-4
2.6 Work Preparation .......................... 2-6
2.7 Placement Safety .......................... 2-6
2.8 Lock-Out Tag-Out Safety .................... 2-6
2.9 Engine Safety ............................. 2-7
2.10 Maintenance Safety ....................... 2-8
2.11 Tire Safety .............................. 2-8
2.12 Battery Safety ........................... 2-9
2.13 Hydraulic Safety.......................... 2-9
2.14 Operating Safety .........................2-10
2.15 Workplace Hazard Area ....................2-11
2.16 Transport Safety..........................2-12
2.17 Storage Safety ...........................2-13
Section 3: OPERATION .......................... 3-1
3.1 Machine Components ...................... 3-2
3.2 Components and Controls................... 3-3
3.3 Machine Break-In..........................3-11
3.4 Pre-Trip Inspection.........................3-11
3.5 Pre-Operation Inspection....................3-11
3.6 Wireless Handset Functions .................3-12
3.7 Wireless Handset (Large Screen) Functions .....3-13
3.8 Rear Conveyor Operation ...................3-14
3.9 Operating on Site ..........................3-15
3.10 Storage.................................3-19
3.11 Removing from Storage ....................3-19
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Section 4: SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ........... 4-1
4.1 Fluids and Lubricants....................... 4-1
4.1.1 Greasing.............................. 4-2
4.2 Servicing Intervals ......................... 4-3
4.2.1 Every 10 Hours or Daily .................. 4-3
4.2.2 Every 50 Hours or Weekly ................ 4-4
4.2.3 Every 100 Hours or Monthly .............. 4-5
4.2.4 Every 200 Hours or Annually .............. 4-6
4.3 Maintenance Procedures .................... 4-7
4.3.1 Conveyor Belt Tension ................... 4-7
4.3.2 Conveyor Belt Alignment ................. 4-8
4.3.3 Conveyor Belt Replacement .............. 4-9
4.3.4 Changing Hydraulic Filter and Oil ..........4-10
4.4 Service Record............................4-11
Section 5: TROUBLESHOOTING................... 5-1
Section 6: REFERENCE .......................... 6-1
6.1 Bolt Torque............................... 6-2
Warranty Statement

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Section 1: INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing a Convey-All™ Commercial Seed Tender (CST).
Convey-All™ is a member of the Meridian Manufacturing Inc. family. The equipment we design and
manufacture meet the exacting standards of the agricultural industry.
Keep this manual for reference and to pass on to new operators or owners. Call your dealer, distributor
or Meridian if you need assistance, information, additional/replacement copies, or a digital version.
Information provided herein is of a descriptive nature. Meridian Manufacturing Inc. reserves the right to
modify the machinery design and specifications without any preliminary notice.
Performance quality may depend on the material being handled, weather conditions and other factors.
1.1 OPERATOR ORIENTATION
The directions; left, right, front and rear, as
mentioned throughout this manual, are as
seen from the truck driver’s seat and facing the
direction of travel.
1.2 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
Always give your dealer the serial number when
ordering parts or requesting service or other
information.
The tender’s VIN plate is beside the front landing
gear, and serial number is on the rear support.
VIN Plate No: __________________________
Serial No: __________________________
Engine Serial No: __________________________
Fig 1 - VIN plate next to front, left-side landing gear
Fig 2 - Serial # on rear, left-side, vertical beam

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Section 2: SAFETY
The Safety Alert Symbol means:
ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! The Safety Alert Symbol
identifies important safety
messages on the tender and
in this manual.
3 Big Reasons why safety
is important to you:
• Accidents Disable and Kill
• Accidents Cost
• Accidents Can Be Avoided
The following signal words are used in this manual to express
the degree of hazard for areas of personal safety.
When you see the symbol and/or the signal words described below,
obey the accompanying message to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury. This signal word is limited to the
most extreme situations. Typically for machine components
which, for functional purposes, cannot be guarded.
Indicates a hazardous situation, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury. This word identifies hazards that are
exposed when guards are removed. It may be used to alert
against unsafe practices.
Indicates a hazardous situation, if not avoided, could result
in minor or moderate injury. It may be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
Indicates practices or situations which may result in the
malfunction of, or damage to equipment.
Safety instructions (or equivalent) signs indicate specific
safety-related instructions or procedures.

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2.2 GENERAL SAFETY
• Read and understand the Operator’s
Manual and all safety decals before
operating, maintaining, adjusting or
unplugging the tender.
• Only trained, competent persons shall operate
the unit. An untrained operator is not qualified
to operate the machine.
• Have a first-aid kit available for use
should the need arise.
• Provide a fire extinguisher for use
in case of an accident. Store in a
highly visible place.
• Do not allow riders.
• Do not allow children, spectators or bystanders
within hazard area around the machine.
• Wear personal protective gear (PPE). This list
includes but is not limited to:
- Hard hat
- Protective shoes with
slip resistant soles
- Eye protection
- Heavy gloves
- Hearing protection
- Respirator or
filter mask
- Hi-Visibility safety vest
• Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which
can hinder alertness or coordination while
operating this equipment.
Consult your doctor about operating this
machine while taking prescription medications.
• If the elderly are assisting with farm work, their
physical limitations need to be recognized and
accommodated.
• Review safety related items annually with all
personnel who will be operating or maintaining
the tender.
2.1 SAFETY ORIENTATION
YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and
maintenance of your Convey-All™ Commercial
Seed Tender (CST). Be sure that you and anyone
else who will operate, maintain or work around
the tender be familiar with the safety, operating
and maintenance procedures.
This manual will take you step-by-step through
your working day and alerts you to all good
safety practices that should be adhered to while
operating the CST.
It has been said, “The best safety feature is
an informed, careful operator.” Good safety
practices not only protect you but also the
people around you. Make these practices a
dynamic part of your workday.
Most accidents can be prevented. Do not risk
injury or death by ignoring good safety practi-
ces.
• Tender owners must give operating instructions
to operators or employees before allowing
them to operate the machine.
Procedures must be reviewed annually
thereafter per OSHA (Occupational Safety and
Health Administration) regulation 1928.57.
• The most important safety device on this
equipment is a SAFE operator. It is the
operator’s responsibility to understand all
safety and operating instructions in the
document, and to follow them.
• An untrained operator exposes himself and
bystanders to possible serious injury and
death.
• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!