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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION

Please provide the serial number of your Meridian
225RST Seed Tender and engine when ordering
parts or requesting service or other information.

The serial number plates are located where
indicated. Please record the numbers in the space
provided below for easy reference.

Seed Tender

Engine

Model Number: 225RST

Serial Number: ____________________________

Engine Serial Number: ______________________

Summary of Contents for Bulk Seed Tender Seed Express 225RST

Page 1: ...FOR OWNERS OF MODEL 225RST...

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Page 3: ...in working condition ____All guards shields installed correctly ____All safety signs installed and intact ____Reflectors and lights clean and working ____Review safety and operating instructions ____...

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Page 5: ...DER WEIGHT __________________________________________________________ TENDER SERIAL __________________________________________________________ TRAILER MODEL ___________________________________________...

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Page 7: ...ngine when ordering parts or requesting service or other information The serial number plates are located where indicated Please record the numbers in the space provided below for easy reference Seed...

Page 8: ...pecifications 19 4 2 Bolt Specifications 19 4 2 1 Bolt Torque Values 19 4 2 2 Grade Markings Chart 19 5 MACHINE COMPONENTS AND CONTROLS 20 5 1 Component Nomenclature and Location 20 5 2 Engine and Con...

Page 9: ...ery Tube 44 11 6 Auger Drive Belt 44 11 6 1 Drive Belt Tension 44 11 6 2 Drive Belt Installation 45 11 7 Trailer Break Away System 45 11 7 1 Testing the Battery 45 11 7 2 Changing Battery 45 11 7 3 Re...

Page 10: ...mpartment 55 15 3 225RST Seed Tender Lower Frame 56 15 4 225RST Lower Auger 58 15 5 225RST Upper Auger 59 15 6 225RST Three Tier Delivery Spout 60 15 7 225RST Engine Speed Actuator 61 15 8 225RST Trai...

Page 11: ...in the direction of travel 1 3 OWNER OPERATOR It is the responsibility of the owner or operator to read this manual and to train all other operators before they start working with the machine Follow...

Page 12: ...lected using the following guidelines SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL This Safety Alert symbol means ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED WHY IS SAFETY IMPORTANT TO YOU 3 Big Reasons Accidents Disable a...

Page 13: ...possible serious injury or death Always be and stay alert to any possible unsafe operating or maintenance procedures or conditions Do not modify the equipment in any way Unauthorized modification may...

Page 14: ...t 8 In addition to the design and configuration of this implement including Safety Signs and Safety Equipment hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness concern prudence a...

Page 15: ...TY Refer to the Maintenance section for safety information 2 8 LOCK OUT OR TAG OUT SAFETY Refer to the Maintenance section for safety information 2 9 STORAGE SAFETY Refer to the Storage section for sa...

Page 16: ...not allow anyone to operate this equipment until such information has been reviewed Annually review this information before the season start up SIGN OFF FORM Date Employee s Signature Employer s Sign...

Page 17: ...e from your authorized Dealer Parts Department or the factory at no cost 3 2 HOW TO INSTALL SAFETY SIGNS 1 Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry 2 Be sure the temperature is above 50 F 1...

Page 18: ...tube segments when placing in unloading configuration Stay away from overhead power lines Electrocution can occur without direct contact Install and secure all guards before starting Use care when cl...

Page 19: ...unless otherwise specified Therefore do not grease or oil bolts or capscrews unless otherwise instructed in this manual When using locking elements increase torque values by 5 Bolt Diameter A SAE Gra...

Page 20: ...ery spout 14 into planters or drills Slide gate levers 17 on the seed compartments control the flow of seed into the auger 16 Compartment View Glass 17 Slide Gate Levers 18 Gasoline Engine 19 Auger Dr...

Page 21: ...F Turn the fuel OFF when not in use or before transporting 4 Choke Lever The choke lever controls the fuel air mixture to the engine Close the choke when starting if the engine is cold Open the choke...

Page 22: ...G Read Owner s Manual contact Honda Mfg for replacement of this decal WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive Turn engine off and let cool before refueling The engine emits toxic carbon mon...

Page 23: ...pre operational checklist is provided for the operator It is important for both personal safety and maintaining the efficient operation of the delivery system that this checklist be followed Before op...

Page 24: ...eavy traffic 9 Install auger spout transport lock before transporting 10 Do not drink and drive 11 Be a safe and courteous driver Yield to oncoming traffic in all situations including narrow bridges i...

Page 25: ...open the receiver by pulling the locking cover back using the lever mechanism as shown 5 Slowly back the tow vehicle until the hitch and ball are aligned 6 Lower the hitch onto the ball 7 Raise the ja...

Page 26: ...able 3 to the tow vehicle Make sure key 4 on the end of the cable is properly plugged into the receiving unit 12 Route all the cables in a manner that will prevent snagging Be sure to provide slack fo...

Page 27: ...ve ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing repairing adjusting loading filling or unplugging 5 Keep working area clean and free of debris to prevent slipping or tripping 6...

Page 28: ...ng 1 Do not climb ladder with muddy or slippery boots 2 Keep rungs of ladder clean and free of debris 3 Make sure the safety sign is attached to the seed tender and is legible Replace the decal if it...

Page 29: ...29 3 Roll the tarp to the fully opened position 4 Place the crank back in the holder and reinsert the retaining pin...

Page 30: ...additional support to the rear of the trailer depending on terrain and application WARNING UPENDING HAZARD Always load compartment 1 first to maintain a positive tongue weight Negative tongue weight c...

Page 31: ...ower lines that would contact the auger tube in its raised position Contact with electricity can result in serious personal injury or death WARNING ELECTROCUTION HAZARD Avoid contact with overhead pow...

Page 32: ...fender Use caution and do not slip or fall when climbing on or off of the seed tender 9 Press and hold the remote throttle switch to the right to move the throttle lever 1 3 the distance of the full...

Page 33: ...he slide gate by pulling the handle outward 13 Fill the planting equipment a Move the delivery spout to the seed box or bin and increase the engine RPM to rotate the auger b When the seed box or bin i...

Page 34: ...ng clogged inside the tube 16 Turn the gas engine off 17 Place the engine s fuel lever in the OFF position before towing the seed tender on the open road Shut off fuel when not in use 18 Before towing...

Page 35: ...servicing adjusting repairing or unplugging Install and secure all guards before operating Do not operate with rotating parts exposed If the auger tube plugs follow this procedure 1 Place the delivery...

Page 36: ...er and delivery spout Replace or adjust as required 6 Check the condition of the centrifugal clutch reduction case pulleys idlers and drive belt Replace or adjust as required 7 Touch up paint nicks an...

Page 37: ...t aid kit should be readily accessible while performing maintenance on this equipment 9 Periodically tighten all bolts nuts and screws and ensure all cotter pins are properly installed to ensure the u...

Page 38: ...erks immediately 5 If zerks will not take grease remove and clean the passageway Replace fitting if necessary 10 2 1 Wheel Bearings Each axle is equipped with a grease zerk under the center dust cap o...

Page 39: ...frozen battery 11 1 3 Battery Replacement and Maintenance Tips Check the batteries at least every six months for low Voltage leakage etc Always use the correct size and type of battery Replace old ba...

Page 40: ...g the oil Draining works best when the oil is warm CAUTION BURN HAZARD Hot engine oil can burn skin 3 Be sure the engine key switch is in the OFF position and the fuel valve is turned OFF 4 Place a pa...

Page 41: ...The engine speed must be adjusted with the engine running Use extreme caution when working near rotating parts To prevent serious injury from rotating parts do not operate with rotating parts exposed...

Page 42: ...3 Remove the cover 2 Disconnect the actuator cable from the engine harness at connector 4 3 Remove four bolts 5 washers 6 lock nuts 7 and spacers 8 4 Remove washer nut 9 and then disconnect spring 10...

Page 43: ...ket Note that actuator arm 11 is on the same level as the bracket b If actuator arm 11 is below the bracket as shown the arm will continue to rotate and not function properly The bracket serves as a s...

Page 44: ...ce a lock out tag on the control box to prevent accidental starting of the conveyor 2 Open the lower access door at the bottom of the auger and remove any excess seed or obstruction 3 Close and secure...

Page 45: ...ts illuminate the unit s battery should be charged before towing the trailer IMPORTANT If the battery is weak or dead red indicator even after charging as indicated by the indicator light the battery...

Page 46: ...ken studs 2 Tighten the wheel nuts in three stages First stage 20 to 25 foot pounds Second stage 50 to 60 foot pounds Third stage 90 to 120 foot pounds 3 Tighten the wheel nuts in a clockwise cross ax...

Page 47: ...ressure Check Drive Belt Tension and Alignment 200 Hours or SEMI ANNUAL Adjust Brakes Inspect Brake Magnets Battery Make sure strap is securely holding battery onto frame check electrolyte levels in t...

Page 48: ...y system 5 Initially check wheel bolt torque at 10 25 and 50 miles 6 Check drive belt for proper tension and tracking 11 11 2 Weekly 50 Hours 1 Clean or replace the foam filter element Replace the pap...

Page 49: ...er to OEM manual for procedure 3 Inspect grease seal for leakage Refer to OEM manual for procedure 11 13 TIRES Check the tires for normal and or abnormal tire wear Replace tires that are damaged or wo...

Page 50: ...Alpharetta GA 30005 8847 770 497 6400 Honda Canada Inc 715 Milner Avenue Toronto ON M1B 2K8 888 946 6329 12 2 AXLE For any questions concerning the Axis Products axle refer to the OEM manual that was...

Page 51: ...pulley connection or auger coupling Repair or replace Drive belt slipping Increase belt tension No hydraulic oil in reduction case Check oil level Failed centrifugal clutch Replace clutch Electrical...

Page 52: ...he Manufacturer hereunder extends only to the original owner and to the Meridian dealer to whom the materials may have been initially sold This warranty shall not be subject to any assignment or trans...

Page 53: ...53 15 PARTS The following pages contain a list of serviceable parts for the 225RST Seed Tender unit Parts are available from your authorized Dealer Parts Department...

Page 54: ...ce 2 1 19984 Decal Serial Number 3 4 19120 U bolt 1 2 13 x 3 1 8 x 9 4 4 21278 03 Strap Tie Down 5 4 19127 Nut Lock 1 2 13 6 4 19564 Nut Hex Flanged 3 8 16 7 4 19577 Bolt Hex Flanged 3 8 16 x 3 4 8 1...

Page 55: ...2 19318 Nut Hex Flanged 5 16 18 7 1 20307 Support Slide Gate Handle 8 1 18849 Plug 1 4 NPT 9 1 21096 01 Gate Slide LH 10 1 21096 00 Gate Slide RH 11 2 19560 Bolt Hex 1 4 20 x 3 4 12 2 19307 Washer 1...

Page 56: ...56 15 3 225RST SEED TENDER LOWER FRAME M SE 020 7 16 18 17 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 19 20 34 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 35 36 37 21 25 26 24 23 22 11 9 13 10 8 12 14 14 15...

Page 57: ...x 1 2 13 x 2 16 1 18128 Holder Manual 17 3 19560 Bolt Hex 1 4 20 UNC x 3 4 HHCS 18 3 19128 Nut Lock Nylon 1 4 20 UNC 19 1 18657 Cable Battery 20 1 21286 Battery SP30 21 1 21255 Motor Honda 5 5 Hp Elec...

Page 58: ...259 00 52mm Bearing Flange 2 1 21258 00 Bearing 3 1 21261 00 Drive Key 4 1 19936 Rotating Part Hazard 5 3 19315 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 UNC X 0 75 6 3 19586 5 16 18 UNC Nylon Lock Nut 7 4 19577 Bolt Hex...

Page 59: ...usset 23 1 10241 Female Folding Drive Connector 24 18621 6 Poly Cup 1 1 21407 00 250 lb LIFT ASSIST SHOCK 1160N 2 2 21259 00 52mm BEARING FLANGE 3 1 21222 03 6 TOP BEARING CAP 4 1 21258 00 BEARING 5 2...

Page 60: ...ELIVERY SPOUT M SE 019 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 1 1 3 21433 Clamp Hose 6 2 1 36031 Boot Assembly 3 1 38530 Spout Three Tier 4 1 36106 Harness Wire 5 1 38503 01 Cord Coiled 6 1 21240 04 Handle Throttle 7 1 14002...

Page 61: ...Actuator 8 5 19629 Washer Flat 5 32 9 3 19630 Nut Hex Lock 8 36 10 1 21270 01 Nut Push 7 32 11 1 21437 Spring Actuator 12 1 21270 Holder Throttle Cable Wire 13 1 21255 Motor Honda 5 5 Hp Electric Sta...

Page 62: ...x 5 8 5 2 18193 Axle 7 000 lbs 6 4 18131 Tire ST235 80R16 7 3 18153 Tape Fender Reflective 8 5 14021 Grommet 9 8 19629 Washer Flat 5 32 10 2 19619 Plug Tube 5 x 2 11 2 19274 Mud Flap 12 8 19779 Screw...

Page 63: ...ame 4 15 19142 Nut Hex Flanged Mild Steel 8 32 5 3 19577 Bolt Hex Flanged 3 8 16 x 3 4 6 1 19597 Screw Self Tapping 1 4 14 x 3 4 7 1 19275 Breakaway System Battery BA10 150 8 2 18096 Tape Reflective 2...

Page 64: ...ack Gooseneck 4 1 18197 Crank Handle Gooseneck Jack 5 1 25325 Handle Extension Gooseneck Jack 6 24 19116 Bolt Hex 1 2 13 x 1 1 2 long Grade 8 7 24 19373 1 2 Lock Washer 8 24 19115 Nut Hex 1 2 13 Grade...

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