Pre-Operation Checklist - Meridian SEED EXPRESS Series Operator's Manual

6.2 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST

EfficientandsafeoperationoftheMeridianBulk
Seed Tender system requires that each operator
reads and follows the operating procedures and all
related safety precautions outlined in this section.
A pre-operational checklist is provided for the
operator. It is important for both personal safety
andmaintainingtheefficientoperationofthe
delivery system that this checklist be followed.
Before operating the delivery system and each
time thereafter, the following areas should be
checked:
1. Lubricate the machine, as outlined and shown
in the Grease/Lubrication Location Diagram
in the Maintenance section of this manual.
Follow the prescribed schedule.
2. Checktheenginefluidlevels,fuel,and
crankcase oil. Add, as 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.
Tightentotheirspecifiedtorque.
4. Make sure the wheel bolt lug nuts are tight.
5. Check the tires and ensure that they are
inflatedtotheirspecifiedpressure.
6. Remove all entangled material.
7. Visually inspect the conveyor and frame for
damage.
8. Test the Break-Away brake unit and the trailer
brakes.
a. Make sure the trailer brakes are operating
properly.
b. Make 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.
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d. Press the Test button. The indicator
should illuminate green. If the red light
illuminates, the battery charge is low.
Refer to the Break-Away System in the
Maintenance section for instructions on
charging the battery.
9. Checkthefluidlevelinthehydraulictank.Add
fluid,asneeded.
10. Starttheengineandcheckthefilterstatus
indicator.Replacethefilterifindicated.
11. Check the tension of the delivery belt. Follow
the instructions in the manual to correct the
tension and/or alignment.
12. When the machine is operating, check the
alignment of the delivery belt. Follow the
instructions in the manual to correct the
tension and/or alignment.