Meyer 8720 Operators, Operator And Parts Manual

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Model 8720 / 8865 -5-
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.1. How to Read Your Serial Number .................................................................................................................. 2
PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST ................................................................................................................................... 3
DELIVERY CHECK LIST ............................................................................................................................................ 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................................ 5
2. MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................ 7
3. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................................................................................... 8
4. SAFETY FIRST ...................................................................................................................................................... 9
5. PRE-OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................... 11
5.1. Shutting Off and Locking Out Power ............................................................................................................ 11
5.2. Tractor Setup ................................................................................................................................................ 11
5.3. Product Inspection........................................................................................................................................ 12
5.3.1. Wheels and Tires ................................................................................................................................... 12
5.3.2. Axle, O-Beams, Spindles AND Hitch ..................................................................................................... 12
5.3.3. CRACKS ................................................................................................................................................ 12
5.3.4. WORN COMPONENTS ........................................................................................................................ 12
5.3.5. HYDRAULICS ....................................................................................................................................... 12
5.4. Hitching to Tractor ........................................................................................................................................ 12
5.5. PTO Driveline ............................................................................................................................................... 13
5.5.1. Understanding the PTO Cut-Out Clutch ................................................................................................ 13
5.5.2. PTO, Attachment of .............................................................................................................................. 14
5.6. Operational Checks ...................................................................................................................................... 14
5.7. Transporting ................................................................................................................................................. 14
5.7.1. Speed .................................................................................................................................................... 14
5.7.2. Public Roadway Travel .......................................................................................................................... 14
5.7.2.1. Truck Mounted Spreader Lights .................................................................................................... 15
5.7.3. Minimum Tractor Weight ....................................................................................................................... 15
5.7.4. Safety Chain .......................................................................................................................................... 15
5.7.5. Optional Brake Package ........................................................................................................................ 15
6. OPERATION ........................................................................................................................................................ 16
6.1. Loading ......................................................................................................................................................... 16
6.1.1. Overloading ........................................................................................................................................... 16
6.2. Unloading ..................................................................................................................................................... 17
6.2.1. Shear Sprocket ...................................................................................................................................... 18
6.2.2. Freezing Weather Operation ................................................................................................................. 18
7. ADJUSTMENTS .................................................................................................................................................. 19
7.1. Front Drive Roller Chains ............................................................................................................................. 19
7.2. Spinner Material Guides ............................................................................................................................... 21
7.3. Shear Arm Material Guide ............................................................................................................................ 21
8. LUBRICATION ..................................................................................................................................................... 22
8.1. Daily Lubrication (every 8-12 loads) ............................................................................................................. 22
8.2. Weekly Lubrication (every 25-30 loads) ....................................................................................................... 22
8.3. Monthly Lubrication ...................................................................................................................................... 23
8.4. PTO Lubrication ........................................................................................................................................... 23
8.4.1. Lubrication ............................................................................................................................................. 23
8.4.1.1. Prior To Use .................................................................................................................................. 24
8.4.1.2. Normal Operation .......................................................................................................................... 24
8.5. Automatic Chain Oiler .................................................................................................................................. 24
8.6. Truck Mount Mechanical Drive, Lubrication of (Optional) ............................................................................ 25
8.6.1. Monthly Lubrication ............................................................................................................................... 25
8.6.2. Daily Lubrication .................................................................................................................................... 25
9. STORAGE AFTER USE ...................................................................................................................................... 26
10. REPLACEMENT PARTS ................................................................................................................................... 27
10.1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................................. 27
10.2. Cracks ........................................................................................................................................................ 28