Meyer's 125A User manual

02/04
INSTRUCTION AND PARTS BOOK NO. 03-1
HEAVY DUTY MANURE SPREADERS
MODELS: 125A, 160A & 225A
Part Numbers E01672 - E02160
Manufactured in DORCHESTER, WISCONSIN by
DO NOT operate this Spreader until you have
read this book
NEVERrepair or clean this Spreader while PTO
is engaged
MEYER’S
EQUIPMENT
MFG. CORP.

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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 years.
This SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL means ATTEN-
TION! 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 the message
that follows.
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
manufacturer to validate the manufacturer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 ordering repair parts.
The serial number plate is found on the upper left front
corner of the spreader box or stamped in the left chan-
nel 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 in-
structions 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 under-
stand the machine could lead to serious injury. If you
do not understand instructions in this manual, contact
either your dealer or Meyers Equipment Manufactur-
ing Corp. at Dorchester, WI 54425.
This supercedes all previous published instructions

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .......................................2
SAFETY ............................................4
MANURE SPREADER SAFETY ...............................8
MANDATORY SAFETY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE ....................9
PRE-OPERATION ......................................10
GENERAL ..........................................10
TRACTOR HOOKUP ....................................10
TRACTOR HYDRAULIC SYSTEM .............................11
TRANSPORTING ......................................11
OPERATION.........................................13
LOADING ..........................................13
UNLOADING.........................................13
MANDATORY SAFETY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE ....................14
MAINTENANCE, LUBRICATION & ADJUSTMENTS ....................15
CLEANING AND STORAGE.................................15
SHEAR PIN HUBS......................................15
ADJUSTMENT........................................15
APRON CHAIN .......................................15
LUBRICATION........................................18
REPAIR PARTS .......................................20
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT ............................40

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CAUTION: IF ANY SAFETY DECAL BECOMES UNREADABLE FOR ANY REASON, THE DECAL MUST
BE REPLACED WITH A NEW DECAL. IF THE SPREADER IS REPAINTED, ALL SAFETY DECALS MUST BE
REPLACED. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR MEYERS EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING CORP. IF YOU RE-
QUIRE ANY SHIELD OR DECALS FOR REPLACEMENT.
(UNDER
SHIELD)
(ON END OF SHIELD)
(UNDER
SHIELD)
(UNDER
SHIELD)
IN FRONT OF
BEATER CON-
TROL HANDLE
SEE PAGES 6 AND 7 FOR DECALS
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SAFETY
A brief definition of signal words that may be used in
this manual:
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situ-
ation that, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or
death.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situa-
tion 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 situa-
tion that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.

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CAUTION: IF ANY SAFETY DECAL BECOMES UNREADABLE FOR ANY REASON, THE DECAL MUST
BE REPLACED WITH A NEW DECAL. IF THE SPREADER IS REPAINTED, ALL SAFETY DECALS MUST BE
REPLACED. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR MEYERS EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING CORP. IF YOU RE-
QUIRE ANY SHIELD OR DECALS FOR REPLACEMENT.
SAFETY
SMV SIGN PART NO.
PM-10-11-05
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SEE PAGES 6 AND 7 FOR DECALS
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SAFETY SIGNS
CAUTION: IF ANY SAFETY DECAL BECOMES UNREADABLE FOR ANY REASON, THE DECAL MUST
BE REPLACED WITH A NEW DECAL. IF THE SPREADER IS REPAINTED, ALL SAFETY DECALS MUST BE
REPLACED. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR MEYERS EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING CORP. IF YOU RE-
QUIRE ANY SHIELD OR DECALS FOR REPLACEMENT.
DECAL A. PART NO. 3000
DECAL D. PART NO. SW104
DECAL B. PART NO. 3007
DECAL E. PART NO. SW102
DECAL C. PART NO. 3001
DECAL F. PART NO. SW404-1
DECAL G. PART NO. SW404 DECAL H. PART NO. 3006
DECAL I. PART NO. 700 DECAL J. PART NO. 3003

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SAFETY SIGNS
CAUTION: IF ANY SAFETY DECAL BECOMES UNREADABLE FOR ANY REASON, THE DECAL MUST
BE REPLACED WITH A NEW DECAL. IF THE SPREADER IS REPAINTED, ALL SAFETY DECALS MUST BE
REPLACED. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR MEYERS EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING CORP. IF YOU RE-
QUIRE ANY SHIELD OR DECALS FOR REPLACEMENT.
DECAL R. PART NO. 3008
DECAL K. PART NO. 3004 DECAL L. PART NO. 3002
DECAL O. REFLECTIVE TAPE-RED
PART NO. PM17-5915
DECAL P. REFLECTIVE TAPE-YELLOW
PART NO. PM17-5910
DECAL M. PART NO. SW2001 DECAL N. PART NO. SW2000
DECAL S. PART NO. SW406 DECAL T. PART NO. 3013

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MANURE SPREADER SAFETY
THERE ARE INHERENT HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OF A MANURE SPREADER.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
l Never Enter Spreader Box While In Operation For Any Reason.
l Only Properly Instructed People Should Operate The Spreader. Do Not Allow Children Or Inexperienced
Persons To Operate Spreader.
l Keep All Guards And Shields In Place. Moving Parts Can Crush And Dismember.
l Clear The Area Before Equipment Start Up.
l Keep Hands, Feet, And Loose Clothing Away From Moving Parts.
l Do Not Go Near The Spreader Beaters While Machine Is Operating.
l It Is Not Safe To Clean Or Service The Spreader With Power Operating. Pulling On The Beater Clutch
Rope Does Not Shut Off Power To The Spreader.
l Make Sure The PTO Is Securely Locked To Both The Tractor And Spreader Before Operating The Unit.
l Do Not Operate The PTO At Speeds Higher Than The Manufacturers Recommendations.
l Highway Traffic Is Not To Exceed 20 Mph. The Tires Supplied Are For Farm Use Only And Are Not De-
signed For Use Above This Speed.
l Use Adequate Safety Chains When Towing The Spreader.
l The Use Of A Slow moving Vehicle Sign Is Required On All Public Roads. Obey All Applicable Highway
Safety Laws And Rules.
l Always Use A Tractor Large Enough To Provide Sufficient Braking Assistance When Towing A Loaded
Spreader.
l Use Caution When Traveling Over Uneven Terrain And When Approaching Stops.
l Do Not Load The Spreader Unless It Is Hitched To The Tractor.
l Do Not Unhitch A Loaded Spreader From The Tractor Leaving It Supported By Only The Jack.
l Park Your Spreader On Level Ground And Place Blocks Ahead Of And Behind The Wheels Before Unhook-
ing From Tractor To Avoid Unexpected Rolling When Separated From The Tractor.
FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH
THERE ARE ADDITIONAL HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH THE SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR
SPREADER.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
l Inspect When First Delivered And Regularly Thereafter; That All Connections And Bolts Are Tight And Se-
cure Before Operating.
l Retighten All Wheel Bolts After The First Hour Of Towing. Check Periodically Thereafter. See Maintenance,
Wheels.
l Maintain Proper Tire Air Pressure At All Times. See Maintenance, Tires.
l Always Wear Eye Protection When Operating Or Servicing Spreader.
l 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.
l 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.
l Never Make Any Alterations Or Modifications To This Equipment.
FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH

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MANDATORY SAFETY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE
BEFORE unclogging, cleaning, adjusting, lubricating or servicing the unit:
1. Disengage the tractor PTO.
2. Shut off the tractor engine, remove the ignition key and take it with you.
3. Wait for all movement to stop.
4. Remove the Telescoping PTO Drive and ALL power connections from the tractor.
ONLY when you have taken these precautions can you be sure it is safe to proceed. Failure to follow the above
procedure could lead to death or serious bodily injury.
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR NEW SPREADER BE SURE TO READ THIS OWNERS MAN-
UAL AND FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE MACHINE!! OBSERVE THE PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MAN-
UAL FOR SAFE OPERATION OF THIS MACHINE!!
Most farm accidents, like industrial, home and high-
way accidents, are caused by the failure of some
individuals to observe simple and fundamental
safety rules or precautions. For this reason, farm
accidents, just as other types of accidents, can be
prevented by recognizing the causes of accidents
and doing something about them before an acci-
dent occurs.
Regardless of the care used in the design and con-
struction of farm equipment, there are many points
that cannot be completely safe-guarded without in-
terfering with accessibility and efficient operation.
A careful operator is the best insurance against an
accident.
The complete observance of one simple rule would
prevent many thousand serious injuries each year.
That rule is NEVER ATTEMPT TO CLEAN, OIL,
OR ADJUST A MACHINE WHILE IN MOTION.
NATIONAL SAFETY COUNCIL

PRE-OPERATION
GENERAL
Read the entire Owners Manual before attempting to
operate this manure spreader. Before attempting any
maintenance or repairs; always be sure all rotating
parts have stopped and that the tractor is shut off, dis-
connect the PTO, relieve all hydraulic pressure and
disconnect hydraulic hoses.
WARNING
NEVER OPERATE SPREADER WITH ANY GUARDS
OR SHIELDS REMOVED. FAILURE TO HEED MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR
DEATH.
1. Completely lubricate the unit as described in the
LUBRICATION Section.
2. Check and tighten the wheel lug nuts if required.
3. Check and maintain the tire pressure according to
the manufacturers recommendation.
4. Check the entire unit for loose bolts, damaged or
loose hydraulic fittings and hoses or other damaged
parts.
5. The tractor half of the PTO drive shaft assembly
must be locked securely to the tractor output shaft.
TRACTOR HOOKUP
Tractor Requirements:
The spreader is designed to be operated by a 540
RPM PTO tractor output.
The PTO drive shaft assembly is designed to operate
with tractors conforming to the industry standard
shown on figure 1 for 540 RPM PTO output.
Tractor Size
The spreader does not have brakes. Towing the
spreader must be done safely. The (American Society
of Agricultural Engineers) specifies that the towing ve-
hicle should weigh at least 2/3 as much as the loaded
implement to be reasonably safe towing at speeds up
to 20 mph. This (20 mph) is also the maximum recom-
mended towing speed for the spreader.
The loaded weight of your spreader will naturally vary
with the moisture of the manure and you must con-
sider that for your conditions. The loaded weight ca-
pacities as specified by the spreader manufacturer are
as follows:
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FIGURE 1. TRACTOR DRAWBAR & PTO
SPECIFICATION FIGURE 2. JACK