Meyer's VB560 User manual

INSTRUCTION AND PARTS BOOK - Rev. O5
HEAVY DUTY MANURE SPREADERS
MODEL: VB560
Manufactured in DORCHESTER,WISCONSIN by
MEYER’SEQUIPMENT
Mfg. Corp.
DO NOT -
NEVER -
Operate This Spreader Until You Have
Completely Read This Book!
Repair or Clean This Spreader While
PTO is Engaged!

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MODEL SPECIFICATIONS
Width of Box Inside
61-1/4”
Overall Width
9’ 5”
Length of Box Inside
213”
Depth
46”
Overall Length
29’ 3-1/4”
Overall Height (Front)
106-1/2”
Ground Clearance
15”
App. Capacity (Bushel)
560
App. Capacity (Struck Cu. Ft.)
370
App. Weight
11,980 LBS
Loading Height
82-1/2”
Apron Chain (Standard)
Twin #67P11
Apron Chain (Optional)
Twin #667XH Pintle
Beaters
Twin Ø 34-5/8” Vertical Beaters,
w/ 15MM Thick Spiral Flighting
Spindle Diameter
3-1/8” Standard
Spindle/Hub Load Rating –Each
12,000 LBS
Tire Size (Standard)
1600-R20
Tire Size (Optional)
600/55 x 26.5 Flotation Tires
PTO Speed
1,000 RPM
Min. Tractor Horsepower
150
Min. Hydraulic Flow
14 GPM

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Meyer’s
Manure Spreader. With its optional equipment this is
the simplest, most flexible system on the market today.
With proper operation and preventative maintenance, it
will last for many years.
This SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL means
ATTENTION! BE CAREFUL! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED! It stresses an attitude of HEADS UP FOR
SAFETY. When you see this symbol, be alert to the
possibility of PERSONAL INJURY and carefully read
themessagethatfollows.
WARNING:
NEVER OPERATE WITHOUT ALL COVERS,
SHIELDS AND GUARDS IN PLACE. KEEP HANDS,
FEET AND CLOTHING AWAY FROM MOVING
PARTS. SOME COVERS AND GUARDS HAVE
BEEN REMOVED FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES
ONLY IN THIS MANUAL. FAILURE TO HEED MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR
DEATH.
At the front of this manual is a Product Registration and
Inspection Certificate. Be sure your dealer has
completed this certificate and forwarded a copy to the
manufacturertovalidatethemanufacturer’s warranty.
The product model and serial number are recorded on this
certificate for your convenience and for proper identification
of your spreader by your dealer and the manufacturer when
orderingrepairparts.
The serial number plate is found on the upper left front
corner of the spreader box or stamped in the left channel at
the front. For information on ordering repair parts, refer to the
repair parts section of this manual. Orders must list the
complete description, correct part number, and total amount
required.
All references to right hand and left hand apply to the
product as viewed from the rear of the machine and facing
the direction of forward travel.
You are urged to study this manual and follow the
instructions carefully. Your efforts will be repaid in better
operation and service as well as a savings in time and repair
expense. Failure to read this manual and understand the
machine could lead to serious injury. If you do not understand
instructions in this manual, contact either your dealer or
Meyer’s Equipment Manufacturing Corp.
This supersedes allprevious published instructions.
Contact Information
Meyer’s Equipment Mfg. Corp.
701 W Bus Cty Rd A
P.O. Box 406
Dorchester, WI 54425
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................................................... 3
SAFETY.......................................................................................................................................................... 6
SAFETYSIGNS ................................................................................................................................................. 8
MANURE SPREADER SAFETY ........................................................................................................................ 10
MANDATORYSAFETYSHUTDOWNPROCEDURE ............................................................................................... 11
PRE-OPERATION.................................................................................................................................................. 12
GENERAL................................................................................................................................................................... 12
TRACTOR HITCH AND PTO REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................ 12
TRACTOR SIZE REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................................................. 13
HYDRAULICSYSTEM.................................................................................................................................................. 13
TRANSPORTING ........................................................................................................................................................ 15
OPERATION......................................................................................................................................................... 16
TRACTOR HOOKUP ................................................................................................................................................... 16
LOADING................................................................................................................................................................... 16
UNLOADING ............................................................................................................................................................. 16
MANDATORY SAFETY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE ............................................................................................ 17
MAINTENANCE,ADJUSTMENTS & LUBRICATION ....................................................................................................... 18
WHEEL AND TIRE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ....................................................................................................... 18
LOCK RING RIM......................................................................................................................................................... 18
REAR-AUTOMATIC OVER RUNNING CLUTCH ........................................................................................................... 18
MANDATORY SAFETY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE ........................................................................................... 18
ADJUSTMENTS.......................................................................................................................................................... 19
LUBRICATION............................................................................................................................................................ 19
CLEANING AND STORAGE......................................................................................................................................... 21

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REPAIRPARTS ...................................................................................................................................................... 22
MAIN FRAME & BOX PARTS ......................................................................................................................................... 22
HYDRAULIC END GATE & RELATED PARTS.................................................................................................................... 24
JACK ASSEMBLY............................................................................................................................................................ 26
AXLES, WHEELS, SPINDLES AND RELATED PARTS......................................................................................................... 28
DRIVE TRAIN, VERTICAL BEATERS................................................................................................................................. 30
APRON AND RELATED PARTS, STANDARD 67P11......................................................................................................... 32
APRON AND RELATED PARTS, OPTIONAL 667XH PINTLE ............................................................................................. 34
LUBE BANK, APRON SHAFT........................................................................................................................................... 36
BEATER HEAD ASSEMBLY, 15MM STANDARD.............................................................................................................. 38
VERTICAL BEATERS & RELATED PARTS ......................................................................................................................... 40
VERTICAL BEATER LUBRICATION KIT............................................................................................................................ 42
APRON DRIVE GEARBOX............................................................................................................................................... 44
REMOVABLECVTELESCOPINGUNIVERSALJOINTASSEMBLYWITHGUARD, TRAILER TO TRACTOR ....................................... 46
35E UNIVERSALJOINT,TELESCOPINGASSEMBLYW/ GUARD-REARWITH OVER- RUNNINGCLUTCH............................... 47
YOKE & CLUTCH HUB ASSEMBLY ................................................................................................................................. 48
OVER-RUNNING CLUTCH ASSEMBLY............................................................................................................................ 49
STANDARD HIGHWAY LIGHTING .................................................................................................................................. 50
HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY, END GATE .............................................................................................................................. 51
HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY, APRON, STANDARD................................................................................................................ 54
HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY, APRON, ELECTRIC FLOW CONTROL........................................................................................ 56
HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY, APRON, MANUAL FLOW CONTROL........................................................................................ 58
WEIGH SCALE KIT.......................................................................................................................................................... 60
LIMITEDWARRANTYSTATEMENT ........................................................................................................................... 62

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SAFETY
A brief definition of signal words that may be used in
thismanual:
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, will result in serious injury
or death.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury, and includes hazards that are exposed
when guards are removed.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderateinjury.
DECALS ARE ILLUSTRATED ON PAGES 7 and 8. J
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Located on Driveline
Shields under spreader
CAUTION: IF ANY SAFETY SIGN BECOMES UNREADABLE FOR ANY REASON, THE SIGN MUST
BE REPLACED WITH A NEW SIGN. IF THE SPREADER IS REPAINTED, ALL SAFETY SIGNS MUST BE
REPLACED. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR MEYER’S EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING CORP. IF YOU
REQUIRE ANY SHIELD OR SIGNS FOR REPLACEMENT.
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DECALS ARE ILLUSTRATED ON PAGES 7 and 8.
CAUTION: IF ANY SAFETY SIGN BECOMES UNREADABLE FOR ANY REASON, THE SIGN MUST BE
REPLACEDWITH A NEW SIGN. IF THE SPREADER IS REPAINTED, ALL SAFETY SIGNS MUST BE
REPLACED. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR MEYER’S EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING CORP. IF YOU
REQUIRE ANY SHIELD OR SIGNS FOR REPLACEMENT.
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SAFETY SIGNS
DECAL I. PART NO. 3001
CAUTION: IF ANY SAFETY SIGN BECOMES UNREADABLE FOR ANY REASON, THE SIGN MUST BE
REPLACEDWITH A NEW SIGN. IF THE SPREADER IS REPAINTED, ALL SAFETY SIGNS MUST BE
REPLACED. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR MEYER’S EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING CORP. IF YOU
REQUIRE ANY SHIELD OR SIGNS FOR REPLACEMENT.
DECAL C. PART NO. SW102
DECAL F. PART NO. 3004
DECAL H. PART NO. SW406
DECAL A. PART NO. VB107
DECAL B. PART NO. SW105
DECAL D. PART NO. 700
DECAL E. PART NO. 3003
DECAL G. PART NO. 3006

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DECAL J. PART NO. SW2001
DECAL K. PART NO. SW2000
DECAL L. REFLEC-
TIVE TAPE-YELLOW
PART NO. PM17-5910
CAUTION: IF ANY SAFETY SIGN BECOMES UNREADABLE FOR ANY REASON, THE SIGN MUST BE
REPLACEDWITH A NEW SIGN. IF THE SPREADER IS REPAINTED, ALL SAFETY SIGNS MUST BE
REPLACED. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR MEYER’S EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING CORP. IF YOU
REQUIRE ANY SHIELD OR SIGNS FOR REPLACEMENT
DECAL M. REFLEC-
TIVE TAPE-RED
PART NO. PM17-5915
DECAL P.
PART NO. VB101
DECAL Q.
PART NO. VB102
DECAL S.
PART NO. VB104
START UP PROCEDURE
1.
Make certain everyone is clear of machine before starting
engine or operation.
2.
Turn Flow Control to Slowest Position.
3.
Engage P.T.O.
4.
RAISE END GATE.
5.
Engage Tractor Hydraulic Lever to Full Flow Position.
6. Start Apron by Rotating Flow Control Dial Clockwise.
DECAL O. PART NO. 3011
DECAL U.
PART NO. VB106
DECAL V.
PART NO. 3014
DECAL R.
PART NO. VB103
DECAL T.
PART NO. VB105

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MANURE SPREADER SAFETY
CAUTION
THERE ARE INHERENT HAZARDS ASSOCIATEDWITH THE OPERATION OF A MANURE SPREADER.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
 Never Enter Spreader Box While In Operation For Any Reason.
 Only Properly Instructed People Should Operate The Spreader. Do Not Allow Children Or Inexperienced Persons
ToOperate Spreader.
 Keep All Guards and Shields In Place. Moving Parts Can Crush And Dismember.
 Clear The Area Before Equipment Start Up.
 Keep Hands, Feet, and Loose Clothing Away From Moving Parts.
 Do Not Go Near The Spreader Beaters While Machine Is Operating.
 Make Sure The PTO Is Securely Locked To Both The Tractor And Spreader Before Operating The Unit.
 Do Not Operate The PTO At Speeds Higher Than The Manufacturers Recommendations.
 Highway Traffic Is Not To Exceed 20 Mph. The Tires Supplied Are For Farm Use Only And Are Not Designed For
Use Above This Speed Unless Equipped With High Speed Highway/Off-Road Farm Tires.
 Use Adequate Safety Chains When Towing The Spreader.
 The Use of a Slow moving Vehicle Sign Is Required on All Public Roads Unless Equipped with Flashing Hazard
Lights. Obey All Applicable Highway Safety Laws And Rules.
 Always Use A Tractor Large Enough To Provide Sufficient Braking Assistance When Towing A Loaded Spreader.
 Use CautionWhen Traveling Over Uneven Terrain And When Approaching Stops.
 Do Not Load The Spreader Unless It Is Hitched To The Tractor.
 Do Not Unhitch A Loaded Spreader From The Tractor, Leaving It Supported ByOnly The Jack.
 Park Your Spreader on Level Ground and Place Blocks Ahead Of and Behind The Wheels Before Unhooking
From Tractor To Avoid Unexpected Rolling When Separated From The Tractor.
 Do Not Allow Riders on Spreader.
FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH
CAUTION
THEREAREADDITIONALHAZARDSASSOCIATEDWITHTHESERVICEANDMAINTENANCEOF YOUR
SPREADER.
FORYOURSAFETY:
 Inspect When First Delivered And Regularly Thereafter; That All Connections And Bolts Are Tight And Secure
BeforeOperating.
 Retighten All Wheel Bolts After The First Hour Of Towing. Check Periodically Thereafter. See Maintenance,
Wheels.
 Maintain Proper Tire Air Pressure At All Times. See Maintenance, Tires.
 Always Wear Eye Protection When Operating Or Servicing Spreader.
 Be Sure All Movement Has Stopped, The PTO Is Disconnected, The Tractor Is Shut Off And The Ignition Key Is
Removed Before Servicing The Spreader Or Components.
 Escaping Hydraulic Fluid Under Pressure Can Penetrate The Skin And Cause Serious Injury. Relieve All
Pressure From The Hydraulic System Before Connecting Or Disconnecting The Lines Or Making Repairs. Check
All Hoses and Fittings Before Start-up and Periodically During Operation.
 Never Make Any Alterations Or Modifications To This Equipment.
FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH