Revised 01.2022
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Operator’s Manual: 240 FF Basic Seed Express
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Bulk Seed Tender
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Section 3: OPERATION
The Meridian
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240 FF Basic Seed Express™ Bulk Seed Tender
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have many features incorporated into
them as a result of suggestions made by customers like you.
Hazard controls and accident prevention are dependent upon the personnel operating and maintaining
it. Their awareness, concern, prudence and proper training are crucial.
It is the responsibility of the owner and operators to read this manual and to train all personnel before they
start working with the machine. By following recommended procedure, a safe working environment is
provided for the operator, co-workers and bystanders in the area around the work site.
By following the operating instructions, in conjunction with a good maintenance program, your tender
will provide many years of trouble free service.
• Read and understand the Operator’s Manual.
• Before servicing, repairing or unplugging;
stop engine, remove ignition key and wait for
moving parts to stop.
• Clear the area of bystanders, especially
children, before starting.
• Do not allow riders on the tender.
• Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away
from all moving and/or rotating parts.
• Be familiar with the hazard area. If anyone
unauthorized enters, shut down the machine
immediately. Clear area before restarting.
• Do not operate machine with guards removed.
• Keep working area clean and free of debris
to prevent slipping or tripping.
• Establish Lock-Out, Tag Out policy for work site.
Ensure personnel follow all these procedures.
Lock-out tag-out all power sources before
servicing or working around equipment.
