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  • Page 1 ® OPERATOR’S MANUAL BOX SEED TENDER This product is covered by one or more U.S., Canadian, Foreign patents and/or SEED TITAN 2SE • SEED TITAN ™ ™ pending patent applications. For details, see:...
  • Page 2 SIGN-OFF FORM Meridian Manufacturing Inc. follows the general Safety Standards specified by the American Society of Agricultural Engineers (ASAE), and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Anyone who will be using or maintaining the bin must read and clearly understand ALL Safety and Maintenance information presented in this manual.
  • Page 3 We want to thank you for purchasing a Meridian manufactured product. Whether this is your first Meridian purchase or you have been a customer for years, you are now part of the Meridian community of customers and we appreciate your business.
  • Page 4 DEALER INSPECTION REPORT MERIDIAN MANUFACTURING INC. 2902 EXPANSION BLVD. STORM LAKE, IA 50588 T: (800) 437-2334 P: (712) 732-1780 F: (712) 732-1028 www.meridianmfg.com iowa_warranty@meridianmfg.com Unit’s Model Number ______________________ Unit’s Serial Number _______________________ £ Tender frame secured to trailer £ Check fuel level and fuel shut-off valve £...
  • Page 5 CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN MERIDIAN MANUFACTURING INC. 2902 EXPANSION BLVD. STORM LAKE, IA 50588 T: (800) 437-2334 P: (712) 732-1780 F: (712) 732-1028 www.meridianmfg.com iowa_warranty@meridianmfg.com LICENSING INFORMATION Delivery Date _____________________________ DEALER _________________________________ SOLD TO _________________________________ Address __________________________________ Address __________________________________ City ______________________________________...
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  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ TABLE OF CONTENTS DESCRIPTION PAGE Section 1: INTRODUCTION ..... . . 1-1 1.1 Operator Orientation .
  • Page 8 Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ TABLE OF CONTENTS DESCRIPTION PAGE Section 4: SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ... 4-1 4.1 Fluids And Lubricants ..... . 4-1 4.1.1 Greasing: .

  • Page 9: Section 1: Introduction

    Meridian, if you need assistance, information, additional/replacement copies or a digital copy of this manual. The information provided herein is of a descriptive nature. Meridian Manufacturing Inc. reserves the right to modify the machinery design and specifications provided herein without and preliminary notice.

  • Page 10: Patent Information

    Meridian is committed to ® innovation and reinvestment and as a result, the company maintains a portfolio of patents and intellectual property.

  • Page 11: Section 2: Safety

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ Section 2: SAFETY The Safety Alert Symbol means: ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! 3 Big Reasons why safety The Safety Alert Symbol YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! is important to you: identifies important safety •...

  • Page 12: Safety Orientation

    2.1 SAFETY ORIENTATION 2.2 GENERAL SAFETY YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and • Read and understand the Operator’s maintenance of your Meridian Seed Tender. Be Manual and all safety decals before ® sure that everyone who will operate, maintain...

  • Page 13: Equipment Safety Guidelines

    • Safety decals are available from your authorized distributor, dealer’s parts department or from • In order to provide a better view, Meridian Manufacturing Inc. some images or drawings in this manual may show an assembly with safety guards removed.

  • Page 14: Safety Decal Location

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 2.5 SAFETY DECAL LOCATION The following illustrations show the general location of decals on this tender. The position of decals may vary depending on the machine’s options. Decals are not shown at actual size. Fig 3 - Safety decal locations Fig 4 - Safety decal locations WARNING...
  • Page 15 Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ CAUTION • Read and understand the Operator’s Manual before using. Review WARNING safety instructions annually. • Stop engine, remove ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, repairing, adjusting, loading, fi lling, or unplugging. •...

  • Page 16: Work Preparation

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 2.6 WORK PREPARATION • Clear working area of stones, branches or • Never operate the tender and its engine until hidden obstacles that might be hooked or you have read this manual, and understand the information.

  • Page 17: Maintenance Safety

    2.11 BATTERY SAFETY Meridian Manufacturing Inc. will not be responsible for injuries or damages caused by • Keep all sparks and flames away from battery, using unapproved parts and/or accessories.

  • Page 18: Engine Safety

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 2.12 ENGINE SAFETY • Do not tamper with governor springs, governor • Read and understand the operating links or other parts which may increase the manual provided with the engine. governed engine speed. •...

  • Page 19: Operating Safety

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 2.13 OPERATING SAFETY 2.14 REFUELLING SAFETY • Anyone who will be operating this • Handle fuel with care. It is highly flammable. tender, or working around it, must read this manual. They must know •...

  • Page 20: Transport Safety

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 2.15 TRANSPORT SAFETY 2.16 STORAGE SAFETY • Lock the conveyor tube in transport position. • Store in an area away from human activity. • Ensure that the trailer brakes are in good •...

  • Page 21: Section 3: Operation

    • Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away Lock-out tag-out all power sources before from all moving and/or rotating parts. servicing or working around equipment. The Meridian Seed Titan 2SE and 4SE Box Seed Tenders are designed to transport large amounts of ®...

  • Page 22: Machine Components

    2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 3.1 MACHINE COMPONENTS The Meridian Seed Tenders is designed as a bulk seed transfer unit to transport large amounts of seed into a planter or drill. Large bulk seed boxes are loaded onto the seed tender frame.

  • Page 23: Components And Controls

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 3.2 COMPONENTS AND CONTROLS Before starting to work, all operators should familiarize themselves with the location and function of the components and controls. Options and their locations may vary. Gas Engine: Read the engine manufacturer’s manual for more detailed instructions.
  • Page 24 Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ Engine Circuit Protector: This protects the battery charging circuit. A short circuit, or a battery connected with reverse polarity, will trip the circuit breaker. The green indicator inside the circuit protector will pop out to show that the circuit protector has switched off.
  • Page 25 Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ Compartment Gate Handles: Open and close the compartment gates with these handles. Fig 13 - (a) Compartment Gate Handles, (b) Lock Plate Conveyor Tube Transport Lock Plate: To move the conveyor tube, remove the retaining pin, and lift the lock plate out of the way.
  • Page 26 Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ Delivery Spout: The delivery spout contains adjustment bolts underneath it. These are used to adjust the conveyor belt tracking. Fig 17 - Conveyor delivery spout Tender hopper: The Titan 2SE has hoppers for two seed boxes, and the 4SE has hoppers for four seed boxes.
  • Page 27 Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ Break-Away Switch: A Break-Away Switch is installed on all trailers. The control box contains LEDs to show the condition of enclosed battery. There is a Test button to check the battery level. IMPORTANT: Test the Break-Away Switch periodically.

  • Page 28: Machine Break-In

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 3.3 MACHINE BREAK-IN special break-in procedure been developed to ensure the integrity of the seed tender when first put into service. Follow the Before Starting instructions and then follow the Inspections for 1/2, 5, and 10 hour instructions at the appropriate interval.

  • Page 29: Pre-Operation Checklist

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 3.4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST Efficient and safe operation of this Meridian 6. Make sure the wheel bolt lug nuts are tight. ® Box Seed Tender requires that each operator reads and follows the operating instructions and 7.

  • Page 30: Attaching To Tow Vehicle

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 3.5 ATTACHING TO TOW VEHICLE BOX 1 BOX 2 (closest to hitch) (Rear of tender) UPENDING HAZARD Do not stand over hitch when unhooking the trailer from the tow vehicle. Load seed box 1 (closest to hitch) first to keep weight on the hitch.
  • Page 31 Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 4. Slowly back the tow vehicle until the hitch and ball are aligned. 5. Lower the hitch onto the ball. 6. Raise the jack and place it in its stowed position. 7.

  • Page 32: Loading Seed Boxes

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 3.6 LOADING SEED BOXES BOX 1 BOX 2 (closest to hitch) (Rear of tender) The images in this section identify the correct method for loading and unloading seed boxes from the unit. The tenders shown may not be the exact model described in this manual.
  • Page 33 Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 4. Make sure there are no foreign objects or impacted seed blocking the chute leading to the conveyor belt. 5. Clean the frame of debris. 6. Clear the area of all workers and bystanders. Fig 35 - Seed box chute PINCH POINT Keep body parts away from between...

  • Page 34: Delivering Seed To Planter

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 3.7 DELIVERING SEED TO PLANTER 1. Position the seed tender near the planter. 2. Turn off the engine of the tow vehicle, set the parking brake, and remove the ignition key before leaving the cab.
  • Page 35 Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 4. To reposition the conveyor tube: - Raise the handle, at the base of the tube, to release the locking mechanism. - Rotate the tube to the desired position. - Lock it in place. IMPORTANT: The lock handle on the conveyor tube locks into the notches in the base of the unit.
  • Page 36 Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 7. Press and hold the remote throttle switch to move the throttle lever 1/3 the distance of the full open position. - An electronic actuator is connected to the throttle lever to increase and decrease the speed of the engine.
  • Page 37 Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ UPENDING HAZARD Always unload rear seed boxes first to maintain a positive tongue weight. Negative tongue weight can cause the hitch to rapidly swing upward if not securely fastened to the tow vehicle, which can result in personal injury.

  • Page 38: Unplugging

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 3.8 UNPLUGGING Shut off fuel ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD when not in use. • Do not operate with access door open. • Do not place hands or fingers near rotating or moving parts. 17.

  • Page 39: Storage

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 3.9 STORAGE 7. Thoroughly wash the tender to remove all dirt, mud, debris and residue. - Wash around and inside the hoppers and PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD their chutes. • Store the tender in an area away from - Clean inside the conveyor tube, and belt.
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  • Page 41: Section 4: Service And Maintenance

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ Section 4: SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE • Review the Operator’s Manual and all safety • Before servicing, repairing or unplugging; items before maintaining the tender. stop engine, remove ignition key and wait for moving parts to stop.

  • Page 42: Greasing

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 4.1.1 Greasing: Use an SAE multipurpose high temperature grease with extreme pressure (EP) performance. Also acceptable, SAE multipurpose lithium based grease. GREASING HAZARD Too much grease causes excessive overheating. Under-greasing accelerates equipment wear. No grease should be seen around bearings.

  • Page 43: Servicing Intervals

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 4.2 SERVICING INTERVALS The following recommended periods are based 4.2.1 Every 10 Hours or Daily: on normal operating conditions. Severe or 1. Check engine oil level unusual conditions may require more frequent - Fill as needed.

  • Page 44: Every 100 Hours Or Monthly

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 4.2.3 Every 100 Hours or Monthly: 12. Grease conveyor belt roller bearings. 30. Check trailer axle, frame, hitch and tender hold-down bolts. 13. Check wheel nuts. - Refer to Section 6.2 Bolt Torque. - Torque to 90-120 ft-lb 31.

  • Page 45: Maintenance Procedures

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 4.3 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 4.3.1 Engine Maintenance: Refer to the engine manual for complete details Change Engine and Reduction Case Oil: on your particular model. BURN HAZARD REFUELLING HAZARD Hot engine oil can burn skin. •...

  • Page 46: Engine Speed Setting

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 4.3.2 Engine Speed Setting: ROTATING PART HAZARD The engine speed must be adjusted with the engine running. Use extreme caution when working near rotating parts. Every engine is set with a high idle of 3000 RPM. Fig 60 - Engine speed setscrew Before using the seed tender, check the RPM.
  • Page 47 Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 4.3.3 Drive Belt Tension: Note: 2SE are shown in Figures 62 to 65 4SE are shown in Figures 66 to 68 The conveyor is driven by a belt from the engine. The belt is tightened by moving the engine base with the adjusting bolt.

  • Page 48: Drive Belt Tension

    10.8.1 Drive Belt Tension Release the base when replacing the belt. Always install and secure the guard before resuming work. Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 4. Tighten 1. Loosen the four engine mounting bolts (1). 5. Tighten The Seed Titan™...

  • Page 49: Battery Maintenance/Replacement

    he motor. Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ gine base 4.3.4 Drive Belt Installation: 4.3.5 Battery Maintenance/Replacement: Inspect the battery at least once every six See Figure for the correct routing of the drive belt. Always check the alignment of the pulleys months and before using the seed tender at when replacing the belt.

  • Page 50: Conveyor Belt Tension

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 4.3.6 Conveyor Belt Tension: 1. Loosen the locknut on each side of the belt tension mechanism. 2. Tighten the two adjusting bolts equally to 23 ft-lb. While holding the adjusting bolt in place, retighten both locking nuts.

  • Page 51: Conveyor Belt Replacement

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 4.3.8 Conveyor Belt Replacement: If the belt is unbroken, it may be possible to use the old belt to thread the new belt into the delivery tube. 1. Position tube for easy access to both ends. 2.

  • Page 52: Unplugging Conveyor Tube

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 4.3.9 Unplugging Conveyor Tube: ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD • Do not operate with access door open. • Do not place hands or fingers near rotating or moving parts. • Do not operate without guard. •...

  • Page 53: Axle, Trailer, Frame Bolts

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 4.3.10 Axle, Trailer, Frame Bolts: Check the torque on the axle, frame, trailer and tender hold-down bolts at least once per year. Refer to Section 6.2 Bolt Torque. Also, check conveyor tube and bearing bolts. Fig 79 - Axle bolts Fig 80 - Frame hold-down bolts Fig 81 - Titan 2SE with optional weigh scale package...

  • Page 54: Wheel Bolt Torque Requirements

    Check the tires for normal and/or abnormal tire wear. Replace tires that are damaged or worn beyond normal tread life. EXPLOSIVE FORCE HAZARD Replace the tires with Meridian part number ® To prevent injury due to possible dangerous 18131 or an equivalent tire:...

  • Page 55: Trailer Break-Away System

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 4.3.15 Trailer Break-Away System: Testing the Battery: 1. Disconnect the trailer plug from the tow vehicle; otherwise, you are testing the tow vehicle’s battery. 2. Press the green TEST button on the control box located inside the frame of the trailer.
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  • Page 57: Service Record

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 4.4 SERVICE RECORD See Section 4.1 for service intervals. This section is only a general guide under good conditions. Under extreme, or unusual circumstances adjust service timing accordingly. For more detailed schedule pertaining to the specific engine model, consult its Operator Manual. Copy this page to continue record.

  • Page 58: Ordering Parts

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 4.5 ORDERING PARTS Always give the Model Number and Serial Number when ordering parts. To get your parts promptly the following information will be required: • The part name and number •...

  • Page 59: Section 5: Troubleshooting

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ Section 5: TROUBLESHOOTING In the following trouble shooting section, we have listed many of the problems, causes and solutions to the problems which you may encounter. If you encounter a problem that is difficult to solve, even after having read through this trouble shooting section, please contact your authorized dealer, distributor or the factory.
  • Page 60 Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ Remote throttle doesn’t work Check charge of battery. Recharge or replace, as required No input power Check connections in the remote throttle harness. Be sure connectors are clean and terminals are firmly pushed together.

  • Page 61: Section 6: Reference

    ™ Section 6: REFERENCE For information not included here, or for a digital copy of this manual, please call your dealer, or Meridian Manufacturing Inc. directly for assistance. Visit our website at: www.meridianmfg.com. Note: 11’ 3” The drawings and schematics are contained in a separate parts book.

  • Page 62: Bolt Torque

    Operator’s Manual: Seed Titan 2SE/4SE Box Seed Tender ™ 6.2 BOLT TORQUE The tables shown below give correct torque values for various bolts and capscrews. Tighten all bolts to the torques specified in chart unless otherwise noted. Check tightness of bolts periodically, using bolt torque chart as a guide.
  • Page 63 Meridian warranty does not cover these conditions unless otherwise noted. All Meridian products that fall under warranty and needs service must be brought back to the dealer or point of purchase, unless otherwise agreed upon by the Meridian Warranty Department.
  • Page 64 ® (800) 437-2334 | www.meridianmfg.com | tenders@meridianmfg.com Part No: 10595-REV1 ©2021 Meridian Manufacturing Inc. Registered Trademarks Used Under License. Printed in USA (02/2021)

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