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6990633 (1-13)

Printed in U.S.A.

© Bobcat Company 2013 

FATBOY RT

Models F1026 • F1030 • F1036

PB-FATBOY

Owner / Operator’s Manual

5 / 2021

Starting 2020 Model Year

Summary of Contents for BOSS RT FATBOY 1026RT RR

Page 1: ...6990633 1 13 Printed in U S A Bobcat Company 2013 FATBOY RT Models F1026 F1030 F1036 PB FATBOY Owner Operator s Manual 5 2021 Starting 2020 Model Year ...

Page 2: ...provided for future reference Always use your serial number when requesting information or when ordering parts HOW TO READ YOUR SERIAL NUMBER Meyer Manufacturing Corporation 674 W Business Cty Rd A Dorchester WI 54425 Phone 1 800 325 9103 Fax 715 654 5513 Email parts meyermfg com Website www meyermfg com Model No Serial No Date of Purchase Dealership Dealership Phone No Serial Number Plate EXAMPLE...

Page 3: ...ing to specifications defined in this manual DELIVERY CHECK LIST The following check list is an important reminder of valuable information that MUST be passed on to the customer at the time the unit is delivered Check off each item as you explain it to the customer Explain to the customer that pre delivery check list was fully completed Give customer the Owner Operator s Manual Instruct to read an...

Page 4: ...n 4 PB FATBOY Check List Meyer Manufacturing Corporation 674 W Business Cty Rd A Dorchester WI 54425 Phone 1 800 325 9103 Fax 715 654 5513 Email parts meyermfg com Website www meyermfg com FARM EQUIPMENT BUYERS TRUST THE NAME MEYER ...

Page 5: ...e improvements in design or changes in specifications at any time without incurring any obligation to owners of units previously sold This supersedes all previous published instructions IMPORTANT You are urged to study this manual and follow the instructions carefully Your efforts will be repaid in better operation and service as well as a savings in time and repair expense Failure to read this ma...

Page 6: ...TD STD STD Hydraulic Hi Lift Tailgate STD STD STD 29 Hydraulic Front Fold Down STD STD STD Articulating Ag Hitch Bull Pull STD STD STD Double Viewing Window STD STD STD LED Rear Turn Signal Lights STD STD STD LED Marker Clearance Lights DOT Tape STD STD STD Personalized Farm name on Sides STD STD STD No Roof STD STD STD DESCRIPTION 1026RT RR RS 1030RT SRS RRS 1036RT SRRS Optional Tire Size 800 45R...

Page 7: ...ATIC INSPECTION 19 6 2 LIGHT HOOK UP 20 6 3 HYDRAULIC HOOK UP 20 6 4 HITCHING TO TRACTOR 21 6 4 1 Jack Storage 21 6 5 SET UP 22 6 6 START UP AND SHUT DOWN 23 6 6 1 Start Up 23 6 6 2 Shut Down 23 6 7 OPERATIONAL CHECKS 24 6 7 1 Controls 24 6 8 TRANSPORTING 25 6 8 1 Safety Chain 26 6 8 2 Brake Information 27 6 8 2 1 Lever Operated Hydraulic Brakes 27 6 8 2 2 Pedal Operated Hydraulic Brakes 27 6 8 3 ...

Page 8: ...ON 33 8 2 ADJUSTMENTS 35 8 3 SUSPENSION TORQUE REQUIREMENTS 36 8 4 WHEEL TORQUE REQUIREMENTS 36 8 5 FARM IMPLEMENT TIRES 36 8 5 1 Tire Inflation 37 8 6 BRAKES 37 8 7 STORING THE FORAGE BOX 38 8 8 RETURNING THE FORAGE BOX TO SERVICE 38 9 0 SPECIFICATIONS 39 MAINTENANCE RECORD 43 ...

Page 9: ...ther parts or labor during the first 1 year from purchase date to the original retail customer ii Without charge for parts only during the second 2 year from purchase date to the original retail customer B In addition to the above basic warranty Meyer Mfg Corp will repair or replace F O B Dorchester WI as Meyer Mfg Corp elects i Any part of the following which is defective in material or workmansh...

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Page 11: ...warn you of hazards and must be read and observed closely Danger Warning Caution and instructional decals and plates are placed on the equipment to protect anyone working on or around this machine as well as the components of the machine All personnel operating or maintaining this equipment must familiarize themselves with all Danger Warning Caution and instructional decals and plates This symbol ...

Page 12: ...that all connections and bolts are tight and secure before operating Know how to stop operation of the forage box before starting it Make certain everyone is clear of the forage box before applying power Keep hands feet and clothing away from moving parts Loose or floppy clothing should not be worn by the operator Observe all applicable traffic laws when transporting on public roadways where legal...

Page 13: ...im wheel parts for wear damage cracks rust or mismatched components Always destroy damaged or unserviceable parts Always inspect the tube and tire for cord or side damage cuts or wear Unrepairable damaged items must be discarded Always check for mismatched components or tire and wheel sizes Always lubricate tire with a non flammable tire lubricant approved for that purpose Always place tire and wh...

Page 14: ...CHINE IS RUNNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH DO NOT start operate or work on this machine without first carefully reading and thoroughly understanding the entire contents of the operators manual Require the same of all personnel who will operate this machine If operators manual is lost contact your nearest Meyer Dealership or write or call Please give your name address phone number model an...

Page 15: ...ART NO 46 0011 D REAR OF FORAGE BOX LEFT SIDE OF FORAGE BOX PART NO 46 9100 4 4 3 1 2 4 4 4 3 3 4 5 PART NO 46 8500 7 5 PART NO 46 0001 205 2 WARNING 46 0001 4 1 ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD KEEP ALL SHIELDS IN PLACE WHILE MACHINE IS RUNNING PART NO 46 0001 4 ...

Page 16: ...Meyer Manufacturing Corporation 16 PB FATBOY RIGHT SIDE OF FORAGE BOX 1 2 3 2 2 2 1 1 PART NO 46 9100 4 PART NO 46 8500 7 PART NO 46 0001 205 3 2 ...

Page 17: ...1 800 325 9103 PB FATBOY 17 www meyermfg com HITCH OF FORAGE BOX 1 1 2 3 4 PART NO 46 3600 6 PART NO 46 0800 8 2 4 3 PART NO 46 0800 6 PART NO 46 0800 7 ...

Page 18: ...hine safely OFF 3 Power Sources a LOCKOUT Shut off engines and take the key or physically lock the start on switch or control Disconnect any power sources which are meant to be disconnected i e electrical hydraulic and PTO of pull type units b TAGOUT Place a tag on the machine noting the reason for the power source being tagged out and what work is being done This is particularly important if the ...

Page 19: ...ed welds If found have qualified personnel repair immediately or replacement is necessary 12 Check all bearings for wear Replace as needed 13 Check tires for proper inflation 14 Check that the brakes are clean and clean them if necessary DO NOT allow anyone to operate service inspect or otherwise handle this forage box until all operators have read and understand all of the instructional materials...

Page 20: ... The box will run with one set of rear unload lines connected but will hinder unloading performance substantially Tractor PTO Horsepower Requirements The hydraulic horsepower requirements may not reflect adequate tractor size for towing the machine Refer to tractor weight requirements for these recommendations and safety section for additional tractor and towing requirements Call the factory for f...

Page 21: ...ons between towed and towing vehicles Part 3 Tractor drawbar Before operation and after hitching the tractor to the implement connect the hydraulic hoses and light cord to the tractor 6 4 1 Jack Storage After hitching the forage box to the tractor Using the handle raise the jack off the ground and remove the pin Move the jack to the storage mount Item 1 under the left hand side of the forage box R...

Page 22: ...trol box selector knob to RUN Item 4 7 Fold the suspension height indicator into its storage location Shutoff and lockout power before performing machine service adjusting maintaining or clearing an obstruction from this machine Refer to section 5 3 SHUTOFF LOCKOUT POWER DO NOT allow anyone to operate service inspect or otherwise handle this forage box until all operators have read and understand ...

Page 23: ... handle this forage box until all operators have read and understand all of the instructional materials in this Operator s And Parts Manual and have been properly trained in its intended usage Before operating the forage box look in all directions and make sure no bystanders especially small children are in the work area Disengage the hydraulic power engage the machine s parking brake stop the eng...

Page 24: ...wer the front axle Key 1 optional one to allow the suspension to self level Key 2 one to allow the tractor hydraulics to lift or lower the entire forage box Key 3 Shutoff and lockout power before performing machine service adjusting maintaining or clearing an obstruction from this machine Refer to section 5 3 SHUTOFF LOCKOUT POWER DO NOT allow anyone to operate service inspect or otherwise handle ...

Page 25: ...odels EXCEPT WHEN PROHIBITED BY LAW Check w local law enforcement By all state and federal laws implement lights do not replace the SMV Slow Moving Vehicle identification emblem All towed agricultural vehicles must display SMV emblems when traveling LESS than 20 mph 32 kph Check for traffic constantly Be sure you can see that no one is attempting to pass you and that all traffic is sufficiently cl...

Page 26: ...u must observe all applicable traffic laws when transporting on public roadways Check local laws for all highway lighting and marking requirements Failure to heed may result in serious personal injury or death Tractor Powered Do not tow at speeds in excess of 20 mph Failure to heed may result in serious personal injury or death Forage box is to be used for agriculture use only Travel only at tract...

Page 27: ...posite of expected reverse the hoses Releasing The Brakes Move the tractor spool valve lever to the opposite direction and hold momentarily Then return lever to the float position NOTE Simply returning the spool valve lever to the neutral position without first moving the lever to the opposite position will not release the brakes 6 8 2 2 Pedal Operated Hydraulic Brakes This brake system is a one h...

Page 28: ... s of the box Gross Weight GW Gross Weight is calculated by the empty weight of the box and undercarriage combined added to the Load Weight Then take the Gross Weight and multiply it by 0 667 and you will get the Minimum Required Weight of the Tractor Gross Weight Minimum Required Weight of the Tractor FORAGE BOX WEIGHT EMPTY LBS UNDERCARRAIGE WEIGHT LBS LOAD LBS GROSS WEIGHT GW LBS GW 2 3 GROSS W...

Page 29: ...n Silage 30 lbs Haylage 20 lbs Sawdust 17 lbs DO NOT allow anyone to operate service inspect or otherwise handle this forage box until all operators have read and understand all of the instructional materials in this Operator s And Parts Manual and have been properly trained in its intended usage Before operating the forage box look in all directions and make sure no bystanders especially small ch...

Page 30: ...rking brake and SLOWLY engage the apron chains to open the rear door Once the load has started to move release the parking brake move forward to prevent the silage from being carried underneath into the main apron chain return area The front of the box has a plexiglass window for convenient observation When finished unloading reduce engine speed to idle and disengage the hydraulics Move the forage...

Page 31: ...tch tongue Crank the jack down until the hitch lifts off the tractor draw bar 6 Remove the hitch pin 7 Unhook safety chain from tractor drawbar and intermediate support 8 Slowly drive the tractor away from the implement Never enter the forage box without shutting power OFF to the machine See 5 3 SHUTOFF LOCKOUT POWER on page 18 Never use LIVE power to aid in the clean out of a clogged machine If t...

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Page 33: ...ge Repair and replace components as necessary Grease the hitch Item 2 both sides Shutoff and lockout power before performing machine service adjusting maintaining or clearing an obstruction from this machine Refer to section 5 3 SHUTOFF LOCKOUT POWER Fluid such as hydraulic fluid grease etc must be disposed of in an environmentally safe manner Some regulations require that certain spills and leaks...

Page 34: ...ghter oil may be used in temperatures lower than 20 F until gear lube is at the top of the sight glass Monthly Grease 2 jack assembly zerks Item 5 located on the front face of the jack Grease the rear gate pivots Item 6 Over greasing is not possible Annually Change the oil in both gearboxes Use EP 80 90 gear lube as needed Lighter oil may be used in temperatures lower than 20 F Gear Box 3 4 Jack A...

Page 35: ...es both sides Tighten the adjuster bolts Item 2 at each end of the front sprocket shaft equally NOTE If adjuster bolt s reaches maximum travel remove equal links from each strand Removable links are provided in the chain Shutoff and lockout power before performing machine service adjusting maintaining or clearing an obstruction from this machine Refer to section 5 3 SHUTOFF LOCKOUT POWER 3 TIGHTEN...

Page 36: ...lications sidewall buckles will develop leading to carcass breaks in the sidewall While an under inflated drive tire may pull better in some soil conditions this is not generally true and not worth the high risk of tire damage that such an operation invites Over Inflation Over inflation results in an under deflected tire carcass The tread is more rounded concentrates tread wear at the centerline a...

Page 37: ...t great it is advisable to increase the pressure in the tire to the maximum recommendation in order to reduce the movement of the tread bars that causes excessive wiping action 8 6 BRAKES Check and test the brakes before intensive use and every three months thereafter Check the brake wear and the clearance between the brake linings and the drum visually It is probable that the linings are worn whe...

Page 38: ...nt See 8 2 ADJUSTMENTS on page 35 Place hydraulic hoses and 7 pin connector in the storage brackets Inspect the hitch and all welds on the equipment for wear and damage Check for loose hardware missing guards or damaged parts Check for damaged or missing safety signs decals Replace if necessary Replace worn or damaged parts Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to prevent rusting Place the equipm...

Page 39: ...RT SRRS Maximum Net Load off road rating 25 MPH Capacity Struck 1791 FT3 2066 FT3 2524 FT3 Apron Chain 667XH Pintle 2 Sets 667XH Pintle 2 Sets 667XH Pintle 2 Sets Rear Drive Shaft 2 3 8 2 3 8 2 3 8 Power Source Direct Geardrive Hyd Dual Hyd Dual Hyd Dual Upright Spacing 16 16 16 Upright Design 2 1 2 x 2 1 2 2 1 2 x 2 1 2 2 1 2 x 2 1 2 Cross Member Construction Form 5 16 Channel Form 5 16 Channel F...

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Page 43: ...IAL NO ____________________________________ DATE SERVICE PERFORMED DATE SERVICE PERFORMED Manufactured by Meyer Manufacturing Corporation 674 W Business Cty Rd A Dorchester WI 54425 Phone 1 800 325 9103 Fax 715 654 5513 Email parts meyermfg com Website www meyermfg com ...

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