Meyer's 435 Tandem User manual

INSTRUCTION AND PARTS BOOK NO. 10-1
HEAVY DUTY MANURE SPREADERS
MODEL 435 Tandem
DO NOT
operate this Spreader until you have
read this book
NEVER
repair or clean this Spreader while
PTO is engaged
Manufactured in DORCHESTER, WISCONSIN by
MEYER’S
EQUIPMENT
MFG. CORP.
01/10

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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
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 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 front hitch
weldment, below the rear end of the PTO drive shaft.
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.
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. at Dorchester, WI
54425.
This supersedes 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 Requirements..........................................................................................................................................10
Tractor Size .........................................................................................................................................................10
Tractor Towing Size Requirements .....................................................................................................................10
Material Estimated Weight Per Cubic Foot .........................................................................................................10
Tractor Hookup....................................................................................................................................................11
Hydraulic Apron Drive .............................................................................................................................................11
Hydraulic System ....................................................................................................................................................11
Transporting ............................................................................................................................................................12
Use Safety Chain.................................................................................................................................................12
OPERATION...............................................................................................................................................................13
DANGER.....................................................................................................................................................................13
Loading....................................................................................................................................................................13
Unloading ................................................................................................................................................................13
Hydraulic Apron Drive Operation ............................................................................................................................13
Hydraulic End Gate Operation ................................................................................................................................14
Unhook Spreader From Tractor ..............................................................................................................................14
MANDATORY SAFETY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE ...............................................................................................14
MAINTENANCE, LUBRICATION & ADJUSTMENTS ................................................................................................15
Cleaning And Storage .............................................................................................................................................15
Lubrication ...............................................................................................................................................................15
Shear Pin Hub Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................16
Adjustments.............................................................................................................................................................17
Apron Chain.........................................................................................................................................................17
Roller Chain Adjustment......................................................................................................................................17
REPAIR PARTS..........................................................................................................................................................20
Main Frame and Box Parts......................................................................................................................................20
Axles, Wheels, Spindles and Related Parts............................................................................................................22
Jack .........................................................................................................................................................................24
Hydraulic End Gate .................................................................................................................................................26
End Gate Hydraulics ...............................................................................................................................................28
Front and Side Drive Shaft and Related Parts........................................................................................................30
Apron Parts .............................................................................................................................................................32
Apron and Lower Beater Drive................................................................................................................................34
Apron Drive Gear box..............................................................................................................................................36
5490-0672 Gear Box Complete 540 RPM Beater Drive Gearbox ..........................................................................38
5490-0685 Gear Box Complete 1000 RPM Beater Drive Gearbox ........................................................................40
E01300W Gear box Complete 540 RPM Beater Drive Gearbox ............................................................................42
4190-0532 Gear Box Complete 1,000 RPM Beater Drive Gearbox .......................................................................44
Beaters and Related Parts ......................................................................................................................................46
Apron Drive Hydraulics............................................................................................................................................48
PTO Shaft Assembly ...............................................................................................................................................50
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT .........................................................................................................................52

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SAFETY
A brief definition of signal words that may be used in
this manual:
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
moderate injury.
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 require any shield or decals for replacement.

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DECAL A. PART NO. 3000 DECAL B. PART NO. SW404-1 DECAL C. PART NO. 3001
DECAL D. PART NO. SW104 DECAL E. PART NO. SW102 DECAL F. PART NO. SW406
DECAL G. PART NO. SW404 DECAL H. PART NO. 3006
DECAL I. PART NO. 700 DECAL J. PART NO. 3003 DECAL K. PART NO. 3004

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DECAL L. PART NO. 3002 DECAL M. PART NO. SW2001
DECAL O. REFECTIVE TAPE RED
PART NO. PM17-5915
DECAL N. PART NO. SW2000 DECAL O. REFECTIVE TAPE YELLOW
PART NO. PM17-5910
DECAL Q. PART NO. 3009 DECAL R. PART NO. 3008
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 S. PART NO. 3011

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MANURE SPREADER SAFETY
CAUTION
THERE ARE INHERENT HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH 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 To Operate 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.
•It Is Not Safe To Clean Or Service The Spreader With Power Operating. PTO Drive And Hydraulics Must Be
Disconnected.
•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.
•Use Adequate Safety Chains When Towing The Spreader.
•The Use Of A Slow Moving Vehicle Sign Is Required On All Public Roads. 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 Caution When 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 By Only 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.
CAUTION
THERE ARE ADDITIONAL HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH THE SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR
SPREADER.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
•Inspect When First Delivered And Regularly Thereafter; That All Connections And Bolts Are Tight And
Secure Before Operating.
•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, Tire Pressure.
•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

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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.
Most farm accidents, like industrial, home and highway 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
accident occurs.
Regardless of the care used in the design and construction of farm equipment, there are many points that cannot
be completely safe-guarded without interfering 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
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR NEW SPREADER BE SURE TO READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL
AND FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE MACHINE!! OBSERVE THE PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL FOR
SAFE OPERATION OF THIS MACHINE!!

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PRE-OPERATION
GENERAL
Read the entire Owner’s 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,
disconnect 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
Maintenance Section of this manual.
2. Check and tighten the wheel lug nuts if required.
3. Check and maintain the tire pressure according
to the Maintenance Section of this manual.
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
1. The spreader is designed to be operated by a
540 rpm PTO tractor output. In addition, 1 set of
tractor remote hydraulic ports are required, to
operate the apron drive and a second set of ports
will be required for the hydraulic end gate.
FIGURE
1
. TRACTOR DRAWBAR &
PTO
SPECIFICATION
2. 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
1. The spreader does not have brakes. Towing the
spreader must be done safely. The ASAE
(American Society of Agricultural Engineers)
specifies that the towing vehicle 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
recommended towing speed for the spreader.
2. The loaded weight of your spreader will naturally
vary with the moisture of the manure and you
must consider that for your conditions. The
loaded weight capacities as specified by the
spreader manufacturer are as follows:
Tractor Towing Size Requirements
Use the following chart for calculating the minimum
tractor weight.
MODEL
(struck
level)
SPREADER EMPTY
WEIGHT + LOAD =
GROSS WEIGHT
MINIMUM
TRACTOR
WEIGHT UP TO
20 MPH
435
(540 cu ft)
6600 + _____ = _____ 2/3 of spreader
gross weight
Material Estimated Weight Per Cubic Foot
Material
lbs/Cu. Ft.
Lime Sludge 110-115 lbs.
Dry Feedlot Manure 63-65 lbs.
Chicken Litter 63-65 lbs.
Cake Sludge 62-65 lbs.
Semi-Solid Manure 58-60 lbs.
Pen Packed Manure 30-35 lbs.
Liquid Manure 63-65 lbs.
SOURCE: ASAE