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Revised 01.2022
Operator’s Manual: 240 FF Basic Seed Express
™
Bulk Seed Tender
®
®
Efficient and safe operation of this Meridian
®
Bulk Seed Tender
®
requires that each operator
reads and follows the operating instructions and
all related safety precautions identified in this
manual.
This pre-operational checklist is provided for
both personal safety and to maintain the efficient
operation of the tender. Check the following
areas, each time, before you operate this tender:
1. Lubricate the machine.
- Refer to Service and Maintenance section.
2. Check the engine oil and fuel levels.
- Add, if required.
IMPORTANT:
The engine warranty is void
if the engine is run without oil.
3. Check hardware and fasteners; seed tender
frame to trailer tie-downs, hitch bolts, trailer
hitch to trailer bolts, and all other fasteners.
Tighten to their specified torque.
4. Make sure the wheel bolt lug nuts are tight.
5. Check the tires to be sure that they are
inflated to their specified pressure.
6. Remove all entangled material.
7. Visually inspect the conveyor tube, conveyor
belt, and delivery spout for damage.
8. Test the Break-Away brake unit and the
trailer brakes.
a. Make sure the trailer brakes are operating
properly.
b. Be sure the trip wire to the break-away
switch is connected to the tow vehicle.
c. Make sure the pin is correctly installed in
the break-away switch.
d. Press the Test button to see if the
indicator illuminates green.
- If the red light illuminates, the battery
charge is low.
- Recharge the battery.
9. Check the fluid level in the hydraulic reservoir.
- Add fluid as needed.
10. Check the tension of the conveyor belt.
- Follow the instructions in the manual to
adjust the tension.
11. When the conveyor belt is rotating, check its
alignment.
- Adjust as necessary.
3.4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
