Meyer 8720, 8865 manual Pre-Operation, Tractor Drawbar & PTO Specification

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PRE-OPERATION

WARNING: BEFORE OPERATING, READ THIS OWNERS MANUAL COMPLETELY. PAY PARTICULAR ATTENTION TO THE “SAFETY PRECAUTION” AND “SAFETY FIRST” PAGES. READ ALL SAFETY MESSAGES HIGHLIGHTED BY “SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS” THROUGHOUT THE MANUAL.

This spreader must be operated with a 1000 RPM PTO. The hitch of the spreader is designed for a standard tractor drawbar. Adjust the drawbar at 15 to 22 inches above the ground. Extend or shorten the drawbar so horizontal distance from end of tractor PTO shaft to cen- ter of the hitch pin hole is 20” (1 3/4-20), 16” (1 3/8-21). Secure the drawbar so that the hitch pin hole is located directly below the PTO drive line. See figure 1 for loca- tion of standard measurements.

An improperly located hitch point may cause damage to the universal joints of the PTO drive shaft. Conforming to the standard 16" or 20” drawbar & PTO relationship will ensure that the PTO drive shaft will not become over-extended.

FIGURE 1. TRACTOR DRAWBAR & PTO

SPECIFICATION

WITH INITIAL HOOK-UP TO YOUR NEW MEYER SPREADER TEST PTO TRAVEL BY TURNING EQUIPMENT IN BOTH DIRECTIONS OBSERVING THE MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM TRAVEL DIMEN- SIONS AS SHOWN PER DRAWING ON FIGURE 5, PAGE 15.

DANGER: DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT PTO GUARD ON SPREADER AND ON TRACTOR. MAIN- TAIN PTO DRIVE SHAFT GUARD TUBES IN OPER- ATING CONDITION. REPLACE THEM IF DAMAGED AND NOT TURNING FREELY. FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

WARNING: INSPECT REGULARLY THAT ALL CONNECTIONS AND BOLTS ARE TIGHT AND SE- CURE BEFORE OPERATING. FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

Check for proper assembly and adjustment and make sure that all bolts are tightened. Securely retighten after a few hours of operation, as bolts can loosen up on new machinery. Check wheel lug nuts upon delivery and pe- riodically thereafter. Lug nuts should be tightened at 250-265 ft./lbs. of torque. Check the tires and inflate to the recommended pressure. See chart on page 60.

Inspect all adjustments on the spreader to be sure they are proper and to provide maximum performance. Lubri- cate the spreader completely if it is required and check the level of oil in the right rear corner gear box, and the gear grease in the expeller gear boxes.

WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT ALL SHIELDS, GUARDS AND COVERS INSTALLED. FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PER- SONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

Fasten the spreader hitch to the tractor drawbar with a hitch pin that cannot bounce out. Use a 1-5/16” to 1-3/8” diameter hitch pin to pull spreader.

Remove the weight from the jack (jack is not to be used when spreader is loaded). Remove the jack from round mount tube and move to the transport storage tube on the front of the spreader drive enclosure. Store in a hori- zontal position.

Before operation and after hitching the tractor to the spreader, connect the PTO drive shaft to the tractor. Slide spring loaded locking collar on PTO yoke rearward, and slide yoke onto the tractor PTO shaft. Release spring loaded collar. Be sure pins fall into groove of tractor PTO shaft and collar snaps forward into locking position.

CAUTION: DO NOT USE A STEEL HAMMER TO AID IN JOINING PTO PARTS.

Route hydraulic hoses through the hose support rod which is mounted to the hitch frame, figure 2. Connect the hydraulic hoses for the flow control rear gate to the tractor’s double acting valve hydraulic system. Move the tractor hydraulic controls to observe proper flow gate

Model 8720/8865

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Contents Manufactured by Table of Contents MANUFACTURER’S Warranty VIIIntroduction Remember Farm Equipment Buyers Trust the Name MeyerSafety Precautions Safety First Decal H. Part no Tractor Drawbar & PTO Specification PRE-OPERATIONMaterial Estimated Weight PER Cubic Foot Maximum Spreader Load WeightsTransporting Tractor Towing Size RequirementsSafety Chain Installation Freezing Weather Operation Unloading OperationLoading Shear Sprocket Instructions DescriptionStorage After USE PTO Setup Adjustment on the Cutout ClutchPTO Driveline Driveline AttachmentNormal Operation Maintenance InformationLubrication Adjustments Front Drive Roller ChainsThird Chain Drive Shear ARM Material Guide Adjustment Spinner Material GuidesLubrication Monthly Lubrication Repair Parts Later PTO Drive SHAFT-STAR ProfilePTO Drive SHAFT-STAR Profile KEY DescriptionPTO Drive Shaft Assembly PTO Drive Shaft Assembly Model 8720/8865 Optional 8720 Standard 8865 Serial #SI078720288-SI088720425 918-0210 PTO Drive Shaft Assembly First Reduction & Spinner Drive KEY Description QTY Second Reduction Drive Second Reduction Drive Third Reduction Drive Third Reduction Drive Final REDUCTION, RH Auger Drive Final REDUCTION, RH Auger Drive Final REDUCTION, LH Auger & Third Auger Drive Final REDUCTION, LH Auger & Third Auger Drive BODY, Shields & Augers 8720 Spreader KEY Description QTY BODY, Shields & Augers 8865 Spreader KEY Description QTY Rear Gate & Shields Rear Gate & Shields Spinners & Gearboxes KEY Description QTY Spinner Gear Reducer Left Hand 11 #19-0129 Spinner Gear Reducer Center 11 #19-0130 Corner Gear Reducer Right Hand KEY RPM Drive Part no DescriptionAxle & Wheels Standard Axle & WHEELS, HI-FLOAT Package Standard 8865 Optional Lights This Page Intentionally Blank Instructions for Automatic Chain Oiler OIL-KIT KEY OEM Part no Description Meyer Industrial Spreader Trouble Shooting Symptom Problem Solution AugersMeyer Industrial Spreader Maintenance Record Date Service PerformedTire Size PLY PSI Meyer Equipment Wheel Torque8720/8865 Spreader W/ Brakes Tire Wheel Torque Meyer Industrial Spreader Dimensions & Specifications Specifications Subject to Change Without NoticeDimensions SpecificationsMeyer Mfg. Corp OptionsModel 8720/8865
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8865, 8720 specifications

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