Meyer's VB900 User manual

Manufactured in DORCHESTER, WISCONSIN by
MEYER’S EQUIPMENT
Mfg. Corp.
INSTRUCTION AND PARTS BOOK –Rev. E1
HEAVY DUTY MANURE SPREADERS
VB900
DO NOT –Operate This Spreader Until You Have Completely
Read This Book!
NEVER –Repair or Clean This Spreader While PTO is Engaged!

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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
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 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 all previous published instructions.
Contact Information
Meyer’s Equipment Mfg. Corp..
P.O. Box 406
Dorchester, WI 54425
Phone: (715)-654-5200
Fax: (715)-654-5558
Visit Us At: www.emcspreaders.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .........................................................................................................................................................2
SAFETY.............................................................................................................................................................5
SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS...................................................................................................................................................... 5
SAFETY SIGNS ...................................................................................................................................................7
MANURE SPREADER SAFETY...............................................................................................................................9
MANDATORY SAFETY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE.........................................................................................................10
PRE-OPERATION ......................................................................................................................................................11
GENERAL ...............................................................................................................................................................................11
TRACTOR HITCH AND PTO REQUIREMENTS..........................................................................................................................11
TRACTOR SIZE REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................................................................. 12
Material Weights per Cubic Foot..........................................................................................................................................12
OVERVIEW............................................................................................................................................................................. 12
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ..............................................................................................................................................................12
TRANSPORTING.....................................................................................................................................................................13
General..................................................................................................................................................................................13
Safety Chain Use ...................................................................................................................................................................13
Highway Lights ......................................................................................................................................................................13
OPERATION .............................................................................................................................................................14
TRACTOR HOOKUP................................................................................................................................................................14
LOADING ...............................................................................................................................................................................14
UNLOADING ..........................................................................................................................................................................15
MANDATORY SAFETY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE..........................................................................................................15
MAINTENANCE, ADJUSTMENTS & LUBRICATION.......................................................................................................16
Wheel and Tire Maintenance................................................................................................................................................16
Lock Ring Rim........................................................................................................................................................................16
Rear Automatic Over-Running Clutch...................................................................................................................................16
MANDATORY SAFETY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE .........................................................................................................16
ADJUSTMENTS ......................................................................................................................................................................18
Apron Chain ..........................................................................................................................................................................18
LUBRICATION ........................................................................................................................................................................18
CLEANING AND STORAGE ..................................................................................................................................................... 20

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REPAIR PARTS..........................................................................................................................................................22
FRAME AND BOX PARTS - 1...................................................................................................................................................22
FRAME AND BOX PARTS - 2...................................................................................................................................................24
ROCK GUARD ASSEMBLY....................................................................................................................................................... 26
HYDRAULIC END GATE & RELATED PARTS ............................................................................................................................28
HYDRAULIC JACK ASSEMBLY .................................................................................................................................................30
AXLES, WHEELS, SPINDLES & RELATED PARTS...................................................................................................................... 32
DRIVE TRAIN & RELATED PARTS............................................................................................................................................ 34
APRON & RELATED PARTS..................................................................................................................................................... 36
VERTICAL BEATER HEAD ASSEMBLY...................................................................................................................................... 38
VERTICAL BEATER GEARBOX ASSEMBLY ...............................................................................................................................40
VERTICAL BEATER LUBRICATION KIT..................................................................................................................................... 42
APRON DRIVE GEARBOX .......................................................................................................................................................44
REMOVABLE CV TELESCOPING UNIVERSAL JOINT ASSEMBLY WITH GUARD, TRAILER TO TRACTOR...................................46
UNIVERSAL JOINT, TELESCOPING ASSEMBLY W/ GUARD, REAR WITH OVER-RUNNING CLUTCH........................................ 47
OVERRUNNING AUTOMATIC CLUTCH ASSEMBLY................................................................................................................. 48
HIGHWAY LIGHTING, STANDARD..........................................................................................................................................50
LUBE BANK, APRON...............................................................................................................................................................51
HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY, JACK ................................................................................................................................................52
HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY, APRON, STANDARD ........................................................................................................................53
HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY, END GATE .......................................................................................................................................54
SCALE KIT COMPONENTS ......................................................................................................................................................56
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT..............................................................................................................................................58

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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.
SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS
ALL DECALS ARE ILLUSTRATED ON PAGES 7 & 8.
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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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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SAFETY SIGNS
DECAL A. - PART NO. VB107
DECAL B. –PART NO. SW105
DECAL C. –PART NO. SW102
DECAL D. –PART NO. SW700
DECAL E. –PART NO. 3003
DECAL G. –PART NO. 3006
DECAL F. –PART NO. 3004
DECAL I. –PART NO. 3001
DECAL H. –PART NO. SW406
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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SAFETY SIGNS
DECAL J. –PART NO. SW2001
DECAL K. –PART NO. SW2000
DECAL L. –REFLECTIVE
TAPE (YELLOW)
PART NO. PM17-5910
DECAL M. –REFLECTIVE
TAPE (RED)
PART NO. PM17-5915
DECAL P.
PART NO. VB101
DECAL R.
PART NO. VB103
DECAL Q.
PART NO. VB102
DECAL S.
PART NO. VB104
DECAL T.
PART NO. VB105
DECAL O. –PART NO. 3011
DECAL U.
PART NO. VB106
DECAL V.
PART NO. 3014
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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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.
•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 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.
•Do Not Allow Riders on Spreader.
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:
•Inspect When First Delivered And Regularly Thereafter; That All Connections And Bolts Are Tight And Secure
Before Operating.
•RetightenAllWheel BoltsAfterTheFirstHourOf Towing.CheckPeriodicallyThereafter.SeeMaintenance,Wheels.
•Maintain Proper Tire Air Pressure At All Times. See Maintenance Chapter, Tires.
•Never Inflate Tires Beyond Rim or Tire Manufacturer’s Approved Psi Rating. While Inflating, Stay Out Of The
Trajectory & Stand Clear Of Tire/Wheel Assembly. A Tire Blow Out Or Rim/Wheel Failure Can Cause Serious
Injury Or Death.
•If The Rim Lock Ring Should Blow Off, It And Other Parts Could Fly Off With Enough Force To Injure Or Kill A
Person. Never Stand In The Potential Blow Out Area And Keep Others Away.
•Removing, Replacing, and Repairing Industrial Tires and Rims with Lock Rings Can be Dangerous without Proper
Tools, Equipment, and Training. It is Recommended That This Work Be Performed Only by a Qualified Tire
Repair Shop.
•Always Wear Eye Protection When Operating Or Servicing Spreader.

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•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
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 MANUAL
AND FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE MACHINE! OBSERVE THE PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL FOR
SAFE OPERATION!
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

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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, 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 HITCH AND PTO
REQUIREMENTS
This spreader is designed to be operated by a 1000 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 1000 RPM PTO output.
ADMA Recommendations:
A tractor drawbar equipped with a clevis hitch (hammer
strap) can cause interference with the PTO driveline IID
(implement input driveline). This interference can cause
serious damage to the IID or the IID telescoping
members. Verify there is sufficient clearance between
the IID and your particular clevis hitch.
If the implement (figure 2, lower view) is attached to a
tractor with an offset in the drawbar, be certain it is in
the down position to prevent damage to the IID
guarding or the IID telescoping members.
FIGURE 1. TRACTOR DRAWBAR & PTO
SPECIFICATION
FIGURE 2. PTO ALIGNMENT

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TRACTOR SIZE REQUIREMENTS
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.
The loaded weight of your spreader will naturallyvary with
the moisture of the manure and you mustconsider that for
your conditions. The loaded weightcapacities as specified
bythe spreader manufacturer are as follows:
Use the following chart for calculating theminimum tractor
weight.
MODEL
(Capacity)
SPREADER WEIGHT
+ LOAD WEIGHT =
GROSS WEIGHT
MIN.
TRACTOR
WEIGHT
VB900
Struck
(530 FT3)
Heaped
(750 FT3)
17,400 + ________
= ________
2/3 OF
GROSS
WEIGHT
Material Weights per Cubic Foot
Material
Lbs. / Cubic Foot
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
E.g. For a struck level load of Chicken Litter:
17,400 + (530 ft3 x 65 lbs)
17,400 + 34,450 = 51,850
51,850 x (2/3) = 34,566 lbs
Minimum Tractor Weight: 34,566 lbs
NOTICE! Heaped loads have significantly higher
capacities, resulting in increased weight and a higher
center of gravity. These loads require extra precaution
during transport and operation.
OVERVIEW
The spreader rear beaters are driven directly by the
tractor PTO.
The spreader rear end gate, hydraulic jack, and hydraulic
apron are on separate hydraulic circuits, so 3 sets of
hydraulic hoses must be connected to the tractor. The pair
of hoses for the hydraulic apron must be connected to
tractor hydraulics with adjustable flow control, (with
standard options.) A check valve in the apron motor circuit
will prevent the apron motor from running backwards. The
check valve will also prevent incorrect apron operation if
the hoses are accidentally reversed at the tractor.
When unloading is complete, the tractor control operating
the apron must be shut off. Once the apron has been
stopped, the tractor control operating the end gate is
reversed to lower the gate.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
This standard spreader hydraulic system does not include
an onboard flow control to regulate the apron speed.
Instead, the tractor must have adjustable flow control
(turtle/rabbit icons) to regulate the spreader apron speed.
The spreader is equipped with a flow control valve, which
will regulate flow to the apron motor. The hydraulic motor
used to power the apron has a built-in pressure relief to
prevent accidental damage to the gearbox and apron.
WARNING
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
STARTUP AND PERIODICALLY DURING OPERATION.

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TRANSPORTING
General
Check for traffic constantly. Be sure you can see that no
one is attempting to pass you and that all traffic is
sufficiently clear from you before making any turns.
WARNING
BE SURE THE SLOW MOVING VEHICLE SIGN IS
INSTALLED ON THE REAR OF THE SPREADER FOR
TRANSPORTING ON ROADWAYS. KEEP THIS SIGN
AND ALL REFLECTIVE DECALS CLEAN. FAILURE TO
HEED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
OR DEATH.
CAUTION
REGULARLY CLEAN OFF THE REFLECTIVE TAPE AT
THE REAR AND SIDES OF THE SPREADER WHEN
TRANSPORTING IT ON THE HIGHWAY.
WARNING
DO NOT TOW AT SPEEDS GREATER THAN 20 MPH.
FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Operating speed is dictated by the terrain over which you
are traveling. Always use caution. Avoid traveling on
slopes or hills that are unsafe. Also beware of slippery
conditions such as traveling over areas previously spread
with manure. If possible, avoid spreading over areas
where manure has been previously applied.
If you travel on public roadways and it is legal to do so,
you must know all rules governing such operation. This
will include lighting and brake requirements in addition to
traffic rules. You may also be required to install a safety
chain on the spreader.
Safety Chain Use
CAUTION
A SAFETY CHAIN SHOULD BE INSTALLED TO RETAIN
THE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE TRACTOR,
(OR OTHER TOWING VEHICLE) AND SPREADER
WHENVER TRAVELING ON PUBLIC ROADS. A
SUGGESTED ATTACHMENT IS ILLUSTRATED ON
FIGURE 6.
The chain must be strong enough to hold the weight of
the loaded spreader. If using a grab hook at the end(s) of
the chain to secure the chain to itself, a hook latch must
be installed.
The length of the safety chain is not to be any longer
than necessary to turn without interference. If any chain
links or attachment hardware are broken or stretched,
repair before using. Store chain so it does not corrode
or become damaged. Do not use this chain for other
implements because the strength and length of chain
may not be adequate. Identify this chain for use on this
particular spreader.
Safety chain designed for this spreader can be ordered
on page 24-25.
Highway Lights
Optional lights (see page 44) are offered for your
spreader. Lights are recommended for any spreader
operated on public roads and may be a requirement.
If equipped with lights, plug the electric plug into the
tractor trailer electrical receptacle.
FIGURE 6. SAFETY CHAIN INSTALLATION

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OPERATION
DANGER
NEVER ENTER THE SPREADER BOX FOR ANY
REASON WITHOUT FIRST DISCONNECTING PTO
SHAFT FROM TRACTOR. DO NOT ALLOW OTHERS
IN THE BOX. ROTATING BEATER CAN
DISMEMBER OR KILL.
TRACTOR HOOKUP
CAUTION
DO NOT USE JACK EXCEPT WHEN SPREADER IS
EMPTY. JACK WILL NOT SUPPORT ADDED WEIGHT
FROM LOAD. UNBALANCED WEIGHT MAY RESULT
IN UNEXPECTED “TIP UP” OF THE SPREADER.
NOTICE: This spreader comes standard with a hammer
strap hitch. The tractor drawbar must be equipped with a
hammer strap and use a 2” pin.
1. Hook spreader hitch to drawbar and secure with 2”
pin. The 2 hydraulic hoses which power the jack may
be connected to raise or lower the spreader hitch as
needed.
2. Connect the PTO drive shaft to the tractor PTO
output shaft. Verify it is locked.
3. Connect all hydraulic hoses from the spreader to the
remote ports on the tractor.
4. Connect the 12V electrical plug to the tractor.
5. Board tractor and raise the jack to its uppermost
position before moving.
NOTICE! The input line for spreader apron motor has a
check valve in it so that the apron cannot be operated
in the wrong direction. If the hoses are reversed, the
apron will not operate and the hoses should be switched.
LOADING
Check that the end gate is fully closed. Figure 8. When the
spreader is parked for loading, shift tractor into neutral and
set the brakes. When loading, take the type of manure into
consideration. The moisture content of the manure will
determine how full the spreader can be loaded so that no
manure spills out.
You may load solid manure at least level with the top of
the box, while semi liquid and liquid slurries will have to be
less than full in the spreader box
NOTICE! It is unlawful to allow slurry to splash or leak
onto public roads.
FIGURE 8. HYDRAULIC END GATE,
VIEW FROM REAR

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UNLOADING
DANGER
KEEP AWAY AND KEEP OTHERS CLEAR OF
ROTATING BEATERS AT REAR OF SPREADER.
SERIOUS INJURY OR AMPUTATION COULD RESULT.
WARNING
MAKE CERTAIN EVERYONE IS CLEAR OF
EQUIPMENT BEFORE APPLYING POWER. FAILURE
TO HEED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH.
The rear beaters have been designed and tested to
provide the best spread pattern for most liquids and semi-
solid manure. However, the pattern will vary for each
specific condition. The factors that contribute most to
differing patterns will be moisture content and the amount
and length of bedding material. For most typical
conditions, the spread pattern should be uniform and
about 30 feet wide or more for cattle manure and about 20
feet wide for poultry manure.
Plan your spreading pattern so you do not have to travel
over previously spread manure which will be slippery,
resulting in poor traction. Traction on wet grass is also
poor.
When the resulting pattern may require that you overlap
during spreading, use precautions on slopes and hills
where you will experience a loss of traction by traveling
over previously spread manure.
1. When you are ready to begin spreading application
on the field, slowly engage the tractor PTO clutch
and then increase PTO to operating speed.
2. Open the hydraulic end gate by applying the tractor
hydraulics. This can be done while traveling forward
to avoid a heavier application at the edge of the field
than desired.
3. Once the end gate is open, activate the apron
hydraulics.
4. For standard non flow control systems, regulate the
apron speed with the tractor hydraulic system
adjustable flow control (rabbit/turtle icons).
5. For optional on board flow control with electric control
box, turn the electric control to “ON” and activate the
tractor hydraulics. Turn the knob CW to increase or
CCW to decrease application rate. Return switch to
“OFF” when spreading is completed, figure 5.
6. For solid manure, start the apron at a slow rate of
speed.
7. Start application onto the field. Increase the speed of
apron chain for a heavier application.
8. NOTICE! Do not feed frozen manure at a rate too
fast. The apron drive can feed faster than the
beaters can expel the material. When frozen
chunks are present, reduce apron speed to
approximately 1/3, to allow the beaters time to grind
the chunks into small pieces.
9. Further control of the application rate is possible
by the relationship of tractor engine speed to
ground speed (transmission gear selection). For
optimum trouble free performance it is
recommended to operate at or near engine PTO
speed.
10. When the spreader is empty, stop the PTO.
11. Shut off the apron, and then close the end gate.
Apron must be shut off BEFORE closing the end
gate to avoid damage.
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.

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MAINTENANCE, ADJUSTMENTS & LUBRICATION
WARNING
DISCONNECT PTO DRIVE SHAFT AND HYDRAULIC
HOSES BEFORE CLEANING, ADJUSTING OR
SERVICING THIS MACHINE. FAILURETO HEED MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH!
Wheel and Tire Maintenance
WHEELS: Re-torque wheel studs after first 20 hours and
check periodically thereafter. The wheel studs should be
torqued to 297 foot pounds.
TIRE PRESSURE:
600/55-26.5 Tires –52 PSI Max
Lock Ring Rim
WARNING
NEVER INFLATE BEYOND RIM OR TIRE
MANUFACTURER’S APPROVED PSI RATING. WHILE
INFLATING, STAY OUT OF THE TRAJECTORY &
STAND CLEAR OF TIRE/WHEEL ASSEMBLY. A TIRE
BLOW OUT OR RIM/WHEEL FAILURE CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Removing, replacing and repairing industrial tires and
rims with lock rings can be dangerous without proper
tools, equipment, and training to perform this service. It is
recommended that this work be performed only by a
qualified tire repair shop.
DANGER
IF THE LOCK RING SHOULD BLOW OFF, IT AND
OTHER PARTS COULD FLY OFF WITH ENOUGH
FORCE TO INJURE OR KILL A PERSON. NEVER
STAND IN THE POTENTIAL BLOW OUT AREA AND
KEEP OTHERS AWAY.
Rear Automatic Over-Running Clutch
(See Figure 9)
1. If the PTO drive becomes over loaded, the clutch will
disengage, causing an audible clattering noise.
2. If the clutch disengages, stop tractor hydraulic
flow. Disengage the PTO and allow it to coast
down. The clutch will re-engage at slow speed if
the over load has subsided.
FIGURE 9. AUTOMATIC OVER-RUNNING CLUTCH
3. At slow speed, re-engage the PTO and allow the
beaters to run freely. Restart the hydraulic flow
and resume operation.
4. If the clutch will not re-engage, then the beaters are
still over loaded or plugged. It will be necessary to
manually unplug the beaters to remove the clog. A
foreign object such as a rock may be found to be
the cause of over load.
5. When the clog has been cleared, restart the
tractor and at idle speed, engage the PTO until the
beaters run freely. Increase the PTO speed and
then engage the hydraulic flow to operate the
apron drive and resume operation.
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.

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ADJUSTMENTS
Apron Chain
FIGURE 10. ADJUST APRON CHAIN
A1 –The apron chain is adjusted by (4) adjuster bolts
located on the front of the box frame, Figure 13. Adjust the
bolts so the chain is elevated above the plastic slide rails
for 20” as illustrated in Figure 10. When there is no more
adjustment left on the adjuster bolts, loosen the nuts and
push the bolts in as far as they will go. Then remove a link
from each chain and readjust.
NOTICE! Apron chains must be adjusted equally so that it
runs centered on the front nylon rollers.
LUBRICATION
L1 –Grease bearings on top of Vertical Beaters, one
pump every 8 hours, both sides by grease lines.
L2 –Maintain oil level in apron drive gearbox, located at
right, rear of spreader. Check at sight glass. When
required, refill with SAE 85-140 Moly Fortified gear lube or
Synthetic SAE 75-90 gear lube.
L3 –Grease 6 bearings on drive shaft under spreader
box, one pump every 8 hours. These bearings are
accessed by grease lines, 5 places on RH side of
machine, 1 on LH.
L4 –Grease 2 bearings at front of driveline connecting to
the PTO shaft, on RH side of housing. Grease these
bearings one pump every 8 hours.
L5 –Grease Pivot Hitch 2 pumps every 8 hours, each
grease zerk.
L6 - Grease the apron drive shaft, both sides of the
spreader by the grease lines, 4 locations. 5 pumps every 8
hours.
L7-Grease the axle at both sides of the spreader by the
grease lines, 4 locations, 10 pumps every 8 hours.
L8 - Maintain oil level in vertical beater gearbox at sight
level gauge. When required, refill with SAE 85-140 EP
gear lube or Synthetic SAE 75-90 gear lube.
L9 - Grease cross bearings on yoke (both ends of PTO
shaft) 1 pump every 8 hours. Grease telescoping shaft
through slot in center of guard, 4-5 pumps every 8 hours.
Figure 15.
L10 -Special attention should be paid to lubricating the
constant velocity PTO drive shaft assembly. Figure 15.
FIGURE 15. PTO LUBRICATION
NOTICE!
SPREADER MUST BE SITTING LEVEL FOR AN
ACCURATE OIL CHECK.
TO CHECK OIL LEVELS, PARK SPREADER ON
LEVEL GROUND, AND USE JACK TO RAISE /
LOWER THE SPREADER BODY UNTIL IT IS
COMPLETELY LEVEL.

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L11 –Grease the over-running clutch 3-4 pumps every 8
hours. Located at rear of spreader. Figure 16.
Figure 16.
Grease cross bearings yoke (both ends of connecting
driveline to vertical beater). 1 pump every 8 hours. This is
accessible below spreader box. 1 zerk on over-running
clutch. See Figure 16.
L12 –Inspect wheel hub oil monthly at sight glass. Verify
level and clarity. If oil appears discolored, drain and
replace with new SAE 85-140 EP gear lube or Synthetic
SAE 75-90 gear lube. Verify that the breather hole is not
clogged with debris. Breather hole is a pin hole located on
plug in center of sight glass.
NOTICE! A PLUGGED BREATHER HOLE MAY LEAD
TO SEAL FAILURE DUE TO EXCESSIVE OIL
PRESSURE.
L13 –Grease the hydraulic gate pins. One pump every 8
hours. Both sides of the spreader.
NOTICE! RE-LUBRICATE AT REGULAR INTERVALS
TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE BEARINGS.
RE-LUBRICATION INTERVALS ARE VERY DIFFICULT
TO DETERMINE, DEPENDING ON USAGE. THE
GEARBOX HOUSINGS SHOULD BE KEPT
APPROXIMATELY 1/3 to 1/2 FULL WHICH
CORRESPONDS WITH THE CHECK PLUG OR
GAUGE.
CLEANING AND STORAGE
WARNING
DISCONNECT PTO DRIVE SHAFT AND HYDRAULIC
HOSES BEFORE CLEANING, ADJUSTING OR
SERVICING THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO HEED MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Before storing this spreader for an extended period of
time, perform the following:
1. Allowthe spreaderto completelycleanoutthelastload.
2. Thoroughly hose off all manure from the outside of
the spreader and the inside of the box, particularly
getting the end gate mechanism clean. The water can be
drained into your manure storage pit or if the gate is left
closed, the water can be taken to the field and spread.
3. If pressure washing spreader, be careful not to wash
directly on or too close to any bearing seals. The high
pressure can destroy the seal and force water into the
bearing causing it to rust and fail. Avoid pressure
washing painted areas of the spreader too close as the
pressure can strip paint on scratched areas caused from
scraping clean.
4. Manure is very acidic and should not be left on
painted areas for a long period of time because it will lift
paint from the metal. Unpainted metal will corrode
causing holes to rust through metal guards or even fall
off the machine. If this should happen, guards must be
replaced immediately.
WARNING
DO NOT OPERATE SPREADER WITH ANY GUARD
OPEN OR MISSING. ROTATING PARTS CAN DIS-
MEMBER OR KILL.
5. After cleaning, lube the spreader to exclude moisture
from bearings and prevent condensation from forming
during storage. Apply oil to roller chain drives.
6. This is a good time to inspect all adjustments and
check for parts that need repair or replacement.
Performing these tasks now will guarantee that the
spreader is ready for use at the beginning of the next
season.
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