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Blaster 350/750 Materials Chart

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CALCIUM  

CHLORIDE FLAKES

CALCIUM  

CHLORIDE PELLETS

ROCK SALT  

WITH BEET JUICE

ROCK SALT  

(SMALL  

GRANULATION)

ROCK SALT

CALCIUM CHLORIDE

ROCK CHIPS

BAGGED ICE MELT

LAVA ROCK

EARLY CMA

50/50  

SAND/SALT MIX

SAND

PEA GRAVEL

SHOULDER GRAVEL

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Summary of Contents for Blaster 350

Page 1: ...Blaster Operation and Maintenance Manual ...

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Page 3: ..._____ City__________________________________________________________________________________________________ State Province_____________________________________________________ Zip PostalCode___________________________ Phone Number ________ _______________________________________________________________________________ E mail_________________________________________________________________________...

Page 4: ...ader at meyerproducts com Registering will only take minutes and the benefits of doing so will last for years When registered you will receive timely and accurate communication on operation tips maintenance new products and service bulletins And in the unlikely event you need warranty work performed your local servicing dealer will be able to process your claim faster Thanks again for your busines...

Page 5: ... Decal Locations 8 9 Vehicle Requirements for Installation 10 Receiver Mount Installation Assembly 12 13 Spreader Component Identification 14 17 Electrical Installation 18 Spreader Operation 19 20 Spreader Maintenance 21 Spreader Troubleshooting 22 Materials Chart 23 Spreader Calibration 24 25 Accessories 26 29 Warranty Contact Meyer 30 31 ...

Page 6: ...HICLE WITH A SPREADERWITHOUTCONSULTINGVEHICLE MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDATIONS Vehicles equipped with Meyer spreaders installed may be so equipped as to meet vehicle manufacturers specifications and recommended options for material spreading use Most vehicle manufacturers insist that vehicles which are to be used for ice control be equipped with certain options and accessories and it is so stated in ...

Page 7: ...contact with chemicals is possible CAUTION This decal cautions all to observe general safety procedures when operating moving storing cleaning or servicing this equipment CAUTION Empty Hopper This decal cautions all to only lift or move equipment when hopper is empty to prevent the risk of serious personal injury or property damage CAUTION Fork Length This decal cautions all to make sure fork lift...

Page 8: ...must not be operated when overloaded In all cases the loaded vehicle weight including the entire spreader system all aftermarket accessories driver passenger options nominal fluid levels and cargo must not exceed the front rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR and total Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR These weights ratings are specified on the safety compliance certification label on the driver s si...

Page 9: ... your vehicle manufacturer Failure to comply will result in property damage 23 Warranty does not apply to a Meyer spreader product which has been negligently or improperly assembled or installed Failure to comply will result in property damage 24 CAUTION To avoid harm to vehicles electrical system always disconnect battery before beginning installation DO NOT BURN holes or WELD vehicle frame This ...

Page 10: ...w children to operate equipment ALWAYS CHECK AREAS to be spread to be sure no hazardous conditions or substances are present ALWAYS INSPECT UNIT FOR DEFECTS broken bent or worn parts or weakened areas on spreader or mount WARNING ALWAYS SHUT OFF vehicle power source before attaching detaching or servicing the equipment WARNING ALWAYS MAKE SURE PERSONNEL ARE CLEAR of spread pattern when using equip...

Page 11: ... are broken worn or missing musts be replaced immediately The unit or any part of it should NOT be altered in any way without prior written permission from the manufacturer WARNING When using swing mount NEVER swing spreader with material in hopper WARNING NEVER attempt to clear a jammed feed screw with the power on WARNING NEVER place hands into hopper or around feed screw and spinner when power ...

Page 12: ...stalled on any vehicle with a class 3 hitch receiver that will accept a 2 square tube and has a tongue weight rating of at least 500 lbs 2 If your vehicle is not factory equipped with a hitch we recommend taking it to a reputable trailer hitch installation shop or your vehicles dealership As with any vehicle accessory please refer to your vehicle owners manual to verify that the GVWR Gross Vehicul...

Page 13: ...11 Notes ...

Page 14: ...arge hitch pin and cotter clip 40 from the hardware package Set these items aside as they will be used later during the installation 3 Inspect the vehicle s receiver tube and check for rust dirt or foreign debris that may have collected in it If there are any blockages clean with compressed air and a wire brush 4 Apply good quality grease to the inside of the receiver tube this will prevent rustin...

Page 15: ...place for safe operation 9 Place the cover over the hopper and secure clamps on left and right sides NOTE The spreader mounting tube has two pre punched hole sets to provide some adjustment when installing the unit Always use the hole set that places the unit closest to the vehicle but without touching it WARNING Never attempt to drill new holes in the spreader mounting tube contact your local tra...

Page 16: ...14 Spreader Component Identification Blaster 350 350S Note 350S Auger Extension 17 must be removed when using salt only If it is not removed this may cause the motor to stall ...

Page 17: ...23 22726 22726 1 Set Screw 5 16 SS 24 22728 22759 1 Set Screw 3 4 10 x 2 SS Spreader Component Identification Blaster 350 350S 350 350S Item Part No Part No Qty Description 25 34601 1 Baffle Plate 26 34401 34401 1 Deflector 27 34402 34402 1 Hopper Collar 28 34400 34400 1 Motor Guard 29 22736 22736 4 Bolt 1 2 13 x 3 SS 30 22732 22732 4 Locknut 1 2 13 SS 31 22733 22733 8 Flatwasher 1 2 SS 32 22737 2...

Page 18: ...16 Spreader Component Identification Blaster 750R 750RS Note 750RS Auger Extension 17 must be removed when using salt only If it is not removed this may cause the motor to stall ...

Page 19: ... 22726 22726 1 Set Screw 5 16 SS 24 22728 22759 1 Set Screw 3 4 10 x 2 SS 25 34601 1 Baffle Plate 26 34401 34401 1 Deflector 27 34402 34402 1 Hopper Collar 28 34400 34400 1 Motor Guard 29 22736 22736 8 Bolt 1 2 13 x 3 SS 30 22732 22732 8 Locknut 1 2 13 SS 31 22733 22733 16 Flatwasher 1 2 SS 32 22737 22737 18 Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 SS 33 22735 22735 18 Locknut 3 8 16 SS 34 22734 22734 35 Flatwasher 3 8 SS...

Page 20: ... Coat the connections with dielectric grease to prevent corrosion and build up Check harness marked battery for voltage by temporarily removing the red tape affixed to it 7 Connect the blue wire from pigtail to brake light Connect white wire from pigtail to optional vibrator harness if equipped Connect red wire on pigtail to a 12 volt keyed accessory Connect black ground wire to ground Connect whi...

Page 21: ...DING Your spreader will come equipped with a cover that will protect your de icing material from rain or snow this can be removed simply by detaching the holding clamps on the sides of the hopper WARNING Do not overload vehicle Below is a chart to calculate weight of materials MATERIAL WEIGHT PER CUBIC FT Rock Salt 35 40 lbs Coarse Sand 85 90 lbs WARNING NEVER leave materials in hopper for long pe...

Page 22: ...as the speed increases and will change completely to green at maximum speed If auto mode is selected the face plate color will change to amber the spreader will power up with 5 full blast for ap proximately one second then drop to wherever the dial has the speed set at In this mode if the brake is applied for more than 5 seconds the spreader will stop and once the brake pedal is released spreader ...

Page 23: ...oiding warranty Use dielectric grease on all electrical connections before and after each season and whenever the plugs are disconnected This will ensure long life for the contacts and prevent corrosion Wash unit after each use to prevent material build up and corrosion Periodically inspect the motor seal located around the shaft and look for cracks or splits If seal is damaged or missing contact ...

Page 24: ...ure vehicle power supply is working properly battery charged Check the hopper for a jammed feed screw PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Motor does not run Loose electrical connection Check all electrical connections Shut Down Auger or spinner jammed Jammed auger Poor electrical connections Electrical short Carefully remove jammed material Carefully remove jammed material Clean or replace connectors ...

Page 25: ...5 6 for definitions 22 23 CALCIUM CHLORIDE FLAKES CALCIUM CHLORIDE PELLETS ROCK SALT WITH BEET JUICE ROCK SALT SMALL GRANULATION ROCK SALT CALCIUM CHLORIDE ROCK CHIPS BAGGED ICE MELT LAVA ROCK EARLY CMA 50 50 SAND SALT MIX SAND PEA GRAVEL SHOULDER GRAVEL Approved Material ...

Page 26: ...irst counting the number of auger or conveyor shaft revolutions per minute measuring the weight of salt discharged in one revolution then multiply the two to obtain discharge per minute and finally multiplying the discharge per minute by the time it takes to travel 1 mile Equipment needed 1 Scale to weigh salt 2 Salt collection device 3 Marking device 4 Watch with second hand Calibration steps 1 R...

Page 27: ... various travel speeds by first counting the number of auger or conveyor shaft revolutions per minute measuring the weight of salt discharged in one revolution then multiply the two to obtain discharge per minute and finally multiplying the discharge per minute by the time it takes to travel 1 mile Equipment needed 1 Scale to weigh salt 2 Salt collection device 3 Marking device 4 Watch with second...

Page 28: ...aking through the throat of the spreader It also provides a uniform salt distribution pattern Part 34301 Salt Auger Kit This auger is designed to provide maximum performance when spreading dry free flowing salt without clogging or tunneling Includes all mounting hardware Recommended to be used with the sander vibrator kit 34600 and flow gate kit 34900 Part 34118 Chain Auger Kit Helps break up mate...

Page 29: ... truck Part 35300 Fixed Mount Kit used to mount a Blaster 750 and 750S Part 35200 Flatbed Mount Kit used to mount a Blaster 750 and 750S to a flat bed vehicle Part 35400 Flatbed Utility Mount Kit used to mount a Blaster 350 350S 750R and 750RS Part 35002 Receiver Hitch Spreader Lock Prevent your valuable spreader investment from theft with our stainless steel lock The 3 locking pin conveniently re...

Page 30: ...and Salt Power Tools Sports equipment Pool supplies and tools or garbage Unit will not rust and comes lock ready Lock is sold separately Forklift pockets are built in to move the unit when full of material Unit is 32 W x 23 D x 30 H No assembly required Part 32403 Spreader Rear Work Lights Lighting the work area behind the truck is becoming as impor tant as lighting the work area in front of the t...

Page 31: ...e It is recommended to coat all electrical connec tions prior to winter and each time you re connect to ensure optimal performance Grease comes per each 2 7oz tube Part 15632 Meyer Sno Flo Industrial Paint Our specially formulated paint is designed to improve snow rolling action and withstand the harsh operational environment Meyer Yellow Black White Primer is available in aerosol spray cans 12 ca...

Page 32: ... any other normal shop supplies Problems caused by collision fire theft vandalism riot explosion lightning earthquake windstorm hail water flood or any other Acts of God Liability for damage to property or injury to or death of any person arising out of the operation maintenance or use of the covered product Products with missing or altered serial numbers The original purchaser s sole and exclusiv...

Page 33: ... defective part to the Meyer Distributor Sub Distributor from whom the product was purchased or to any authorized Meyer Distributor Sub Distributor transportation and freight charges prepaid Only Meyer Distributors Sub Distributors are authorized to perform the obligations under this warranty For the address and telephone number of the Meyer Distributor Sub Distributor nearest you check the teleph...

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