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PB-MIXER-19
FORMULA MIXER
Models F355 • F470 • F585 • F700 • F815 • F1015 • F1215
Owner / Operator's Manual
2019 Model Year & Later
10 / 2018
6990633 (1-13)
Printed in U.S.A.
© Bobcat Company 2013

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  • Page 1 PB-MIXER-19 FORMULA MIXER Models F355 • F470 • F585 • F700 • F815 • F1015 • F1215 Owner / Operator’s Manual 2019 Model Year & Later 10 / 2018 6990633 (1-13) Printed in U.S.A. © Bobcat Company 2013...

  • Page 2: Important Information

    EXAMPLE: 19VM0700201 Model Year / Vertical Mixer / Model / Sequence Of Build Vertical Mixer Trailer / Model Year / Sequence Of Build 0700 Meyer Manufacturing Corporation 674 W. Business Cty Rd A Dorchester, WI 54425 Phone: 1-800-325-9103 Fax: 715-654-5513 Email: sales@meyermfg.com...

  • Page 3: Pre-Delivery & Delivery Check List

    Owner’s Registration Form. PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST DELIVERY CHECK LIST After the New Meyer Mixer has been completely set-up, The following check list is an important reminder of check to be certain it is in correct running order before valuable information that MUST be passed on to the delivering it to the customer.
  • Page 4 Meyer Manufacturing Corporation 674 W. Business Cty Rd A Dorchester, WI 54425 Phone: 1-800-325-9103 Fax: 715-654-5513 Email: sales@meyermfg.com Website: www.meyermfg.com Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 4 - Formula Mixer Check List...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Meyer products the finest in the farm equipment industry today. There is no substitute for quality. That is why thousands of people like you have purchased Meyer farm equipment. They felt it was the best equipment to serve their farming needs, now and in years to come. We ask that you follow our policy of “safety first”, and we strongly suggest that you read through the Operator’s...
  • Page 6 Side Discharge Door Right/Left Front Discharge Door Rear Discharge Door Front Cross Conveyor Side Door Conveyor Viewing Platform Slide Tray Safety Chain Magnets Hay-Retention Ring Capacity Belt Extension Hardened Knives (Additional) Tank Liner Baffle Liner Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 6 - PB-MIXER-19...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ........... 2 2.0 PRE-DELIVERY &...
  • Page 8 8.5.1 Shutoff & Lockout Power Recommendations ......60 Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 8 -...
  • Page 9 9.0 SPECIFICATIONS ............63 9.1 MODELS F355, F470, F585 .
  • Page 10 Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 10 - PB-MIXER-19...

  • Page 11: Manufacturer's Warranty

    Except as stated above, Meyer Mfg. Corp. shall not be liable for injuries or damages of any kind or nature, direct, consequential, or contingent, to persons or property. This warranty does not extend to loss of crop or for any other reasons.
  • Page 12 Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 12 - PB-MIXER-19...

  • Page 13: Safety

    5.0 SAFETY Meyer Mfg. Corp. equipment is manufactured with operator safety in mind. Located on the equipment are various safety signs to aid in operation and warn of hazardous areas. Pay close attention to all safety signs on the equipment.

  • Page 14: Safety Precautions

    Keep tractor / truck in a lower gear at all times when traveling down steep grades. • Stay away from overhead power lines. Electrocution can occur without direct contact. • Use only properly rated undercarriage and tires. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 14 - PB-MIXER-19...
  • Page 15 Safety Precautions For Tractor Towed Units: • Do not exceed 20 mph (32 kph). Reduce speed on rough roads and surfaces. • Always install a SMV emblem on pull-type equipment when transporting on roadways and keep clean and bright. • Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations and move to the side of the road so any following traffic may pass.

  • Page 16: Safety Signs

    PART NO. 46-0800-7 Maintain wheel bolts at torque as recommended in the manual. If equipped with brakes, maintain proper PART NO. 46-3600-2 adjustment. 46-0800-8 (Located on trailer frame underneath housing) PART NO. 46-0800-8 Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 16 - PB-MIXER-19...
  • Page 17 FRONT OF MIXER PART NO. 46-0001-213 PART NO. 46-8500-7 PART NO. 46-0001-35 CAUTION Flashing Warning Lights when transporting on ALL highways (public roadways) at ALL times. By all State and Federal laws, implement lights EXCEPT do not replace the SMV (Slow-Moving Vehicle) WHEN PROHIBITED BY LAW! Identification Emblem.
  • Page 18 FRONT OF MIXER PART NO. 46-0001-210 PART NO. 46-0001-205 PART NO. 46-0001-213 Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 18 - PB-MIXER-19...
  • Page 19 LEFT SIDE OF MIXER PART NO. 46-0001-211 (Located under mixing tub) PART NO. 46-0001-212 1-800-325-9103 PB-MIXER-19 - 19 - www.meyermfg.com...
  • Page 20 (Both sides on some models) WARNING OIL INJECTION HAZARD RELIEVE PRESSURE BEFORE SERVICING. DO NOT CHECK WITH HANDS. IF INJURED SEEK EMERGENCY MEDICAL ATTENTION. 46-8500-7 PART NO. 46-8500-7 PART NO. 46-0001-212 (Behind Belting - Not Shown) Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 20 - PB-MIXER-19...
  • Page 21 RIGHT SIDE OF MIXER PART NO. 46-0001-4 PART NO. 46-0001-207 (Located on top of shield) (Located under shield) PART NO. 46-0001-209 PART NO. 46-0001-205 1-800-325-9103 PB-MIXER-19 - 21 - www.meyermfg.com...
  • Page 22 BACK OF MIXER PART NO. 46-0001-213 SIDE DOOR CONVEYOR (OPTION) PART NO. 46-0001-208 PART NO. 46-0001-205 Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 22 - PB-MIXER-19...
  • Page 23 LEFT SIDE OF MIXER PART NO. 46-0001-206 PART NO. 46-0001-209 (Both sides on some models) PART NO. 46-0001-210 1-800-325-9103 PB-MIXER-19 - 23 - www.meyermfg.com...

  • Page 24: Shutoff & Lockout Power

    It is important that everyone who works on this equipment is properly trained to help ensure that they are familiar with this procedure and that they follow the steps outlined above. This manual will remind you when to Shutoff & Lockout Power. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 24 - PB-MIXER-19...

  • Page 25: Pre-Operation

    6.0 PRE-OPERATION DO NOT allow anyone to operate, service, inspect or otherwise handle this equipment 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. Verify that the equipment is securely fastened to the tractor.

  • Page 26: General Inspection

    Raise and lower the door several times. d. Disengage the machine, turn off the tractor engine, and then remove the driveline. e. Check the drive components to be sure they are not abnormally hot. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 26 - PB-MIXER-19...

  • Page 27: Light Hook-Up

    6.2 LIGHT HOOK-UP NOTE: The lighting system provided is intended for being transported by an agricultural tractor. Ensure that lights and indicators are clean and in good working order. When attaching to a towing vehicle other than a tractor always check lighting for proper operation as wiring may vary. Connect to the standardized 7-pin socket located at the back of the tractor.

  • Page 28: Pto Driveline

    This will ensure that the PTO drive shaft will not be over extended. 15” - 22” 14” - 540 RPM, 1 3/8-6 16” - 1000 RPM 1 3/8-21 20” - 1000 RPM 1 3/4-20 GROUND Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 28 - PB-MIXER-19...

  • Page 29: Cutout Clutch (F585-F1215 Models)

    6.4.2 Cutout Clutch (F585-F1215 Models) The clutch is designed to limit the amount of torque transferred to the machine through the driveline. If excessive torque is developed the clutch will disengage. A loud ratcheting sound will be heard and the transfer of power to the machine will be disrupted.

  • Page 30: Jack Storage

    Failure to heed may result in serious personal injury or death. Always keep all shields and guards in place and securely fastened. Keep hands, feet and clothing away. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 30 - PB-MIXER-19...

  • Page 31: Start-Up

    6.6.1 Start-Up Before Loading The Mixer: Enter the tractor and start the engine. Check to see that the discharge door is closed. Be sure no one is inside the mixer. Test run the mixer. a. Make sure the mixer is empty, then start the mixer. b.

  • Page 32: Transporting

    Keep hands and body out of the hitch area when attaching towing vehicle. • Keep body clear of crush point between towing vehicle and load. • Keep hands, legs and feet from under tongue and hitch until jack is locked into place. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 32 - PB-MIXER-19...

  • Page 33: Safety Chain

    NOTE: Do not use the intermediate support (Item 2) as the attaching point. If you do not have a safety chain, or a replacement safety chain is needed, see your local Meyer dealer who will supply you with the proper chain for your application. Do not operate on public roads until you are able to travel with the safety chain properly installed.

  • Page 34: Tire / Wheel Torque

    • Clean adjoining surfaces. • Re-torque wheel nuts after 50-100 miles. • Check wheel nut torque every 10,000 miles and re-torque as necessary. MEYER EQUIPMENT WHEEL TORQUE BOLT / STUD SIZE SOCKET SIZE PRESS FORMED BOLT TYPE HEAVY DUTY WHEEL...

  • Page 35: Optional Equipment

    Gross Weight MIXER WEIGHT, UNDERCARRAIGE LOAD (LBS) GROSS WEIGHT (GW) EMPTY (LBS) WEIGHT (LBS) (LBS) Minimum Required Weight of the Tractor GROSS MINIMUM TRACTOR WEIGHT WEIGHT (LBS) (GW) (LBS) 0.667 6.8 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Digital Scale Indicator Refer to scale indicator (Item 1) manufacturer's operator manual for operation and maintenance.
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  • Page 37: Operation

    7.0 OPERATION DO NOT allow anyone to operate, service, inspect or otherwise handle this mixer 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 mixer, look in all directions and make sure no bystanders, especially small children are in the work area.

  • Page 38: Loading

    5. Enter the tractor and start the engine. 6. Engage the PTO / hydraulics. 7. Set the tractor engine to operate at approximately 3/4 of rated PTO speed. 8. Load baled hay into the center of the mixer. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 38 - PB-MIXER-19...

  • Page 39: Loading Steps

    9. Allow mixer enough time to process the bale before adding other ingredients (4-10 minutes). NOTE: Processing of long stem forages will continue as other materials are added and mixed. Be careful not to over process these materials before adding other ingredients. NOTE: Using the mixer two speed shiftable gearbox, roughages can be processed in “Low”...

  • Page 40: Mixing

    Park the tractor on a flat, level surface. VIEWING PLATFORM Engage the parking brake. NOTE: Always maintain a three-point contact at all times when getting on and off the ladder. Use the ladder rails and steps when climbing the ladder. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 40 - PB-MIXER-19...

  • Page 41: Folding Ladder

    7.5 FOLDING LADDER To unfold the ladder, release latch (Item 1) and pull ladder fully out (Item 2). To return ladder to storage position, pull ladder out to “unlock” it and guide the ladder support back up to its original position. Replace latch. 7.6 UNLOADING Shutoff and lockout power before adjusting, servicing, maintaining, or clearing an obstruction from this machine.

  • Page 42: Unhooking The Tractor

    5. Remove the jack from the storage mount and reinstall the jack to the mount. 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. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 42 - PB-MIXER-19...

  • Page 43: Hay Stop Adjustment

    7.9 HAY STOP ADJUSTMENT Do not adjust the hay stops while the mixer is running. Moving feed inside the mixer can make the hay stop move suddenly causing injury to the person making the adjustment. Never operate the mixer without the hay stop lock bolt installed. 7.9.1 Hay Stop Lock Bolt The hay stop lock bolt (Item 1) prevents the hay stop from rotating past the intended range of operation.

  • Page 44: Mixer Troubleshooting Guide

    Refer to scale manufacturer’s operator manual for operation and maintenance. • Some scale drift may occur after the scale is turned on but should level out within 10 to 15 minutes. • Temperature changes may also cause some drifting. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 44 - PB-MIXER-19...

  • Page 45: Maintenance

    8.0 MAINTENANCE 8.1 LUBRICATION SHUTOFF & LOCKOUT POWER before adjusting, cleaning, lubricating or servicing the machine. (See 5.3 SHUTOFF & LOCKOUT POWER on page 24.) Fluid such as hydraulic fluid, grease, etc. must be disposed of in an environmentally safe manner. Some regulations require that certain spills and leaks on the ground must be cleaned in a specific manner.

  • Page 46: Weekly

    (Item 3) at the center of the hub. 8.1.3 Monthly: Driveline NOTE: The number of input bearings will vary depending upon your model mixer. NOTE: Shielding has been removed for illustration purposes only. Grease all input bearings (Item 1). Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 46 - PB-MIXER-19...
  • Page 47 Optional Equipment Maintenance (If Equipped) Grease the tandem inner / outer bearings (Item 2). Tandem Inner / Outer Bearings Grease the four (4) front cross conveyor bearings (Item 3). Front Cross Conveyor - Left Hand Side Front Cross Conveyor - Right Hand Side 1-800-325-9103 PB-MIXER-19 - 47 -...

  • Page 48: Every 40 Hours

    Side Door Conveyor Option xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 8.1.4 Every 40 hours: Oil Door Pivots (Item 1). Rear Discharge Door 8.1.5 50 hours: First oil change in the planetaries and 2-speed gearbox. (See page 53). Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 48 - PB-MIXER-19...
  • Page 49 Grease all PTO driveline zerks. For 118-VM-0001-55, 118-VM-0013-55 For 118-VM-0023-55 and 118-VM-0024-55 For 118-VM-0011-55, 118-VM-0020-55, 118-VM-0025-55, 118-VM-0026-55, and 118-VM-0027-55 Grease all universal joints (Item 2) and the slide (Item 3). Double Universal Joint 1-800-325-9103 PB-MIXER-19 - 49 - www.meyermfg.com...

  • Page 50: Semiannually (500 - 600 Hours)

    Install and tighten the hub retention hardware. Apply a light coat of approved NLGI 1 or 2 grease to the hubcap interior and across the face of the outer locknut. This will indicate that NLGI 1 or 2 grease was used, as well as help prevent corrosion of these parts. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 50 - PB-MIXER-19...

  • Page 51: Annually (1500 Hours)

    8.1.7 Annually (1500 hours): Change oil in the planetaries and 2-speed gearbox. (See page 53). Grease the wheel bearings (Item 1). 8.1.8 Every Two Years or When Discolored: Oil Hubs • Drain oil from wheel hubs (Item 1) and refill with EP80/90 oil every 2 yrs or if oil becomes discolored from water or other contamination.

  • Page 52: Gearbox Oil Change

    Fill the reservoir to the oil level mark and reinstall the cap (Item 3). NOTE: See Planetary Lubrication Specifications on page 53. Inspect the reservoirs breather, make sure it is not plugged, and check for leaks. Planetary For 355 - 470 Models Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 52 - PB-MIXER-19...

  • Page 53: 2-Speed Gearbox

    PLANETARY LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS Model Part Number Description Oil Type Capacity 355 / 470 119-16-13.4-1 1600 Planetary 13.4:1 Synthetic ISO 220 Or Equivalent Approx. 23.5 Quarts 585 / 700 119-18-13.92-1 1800 Planetary 13.92:1 Synthetic ISO 220 Or Equivalent Approx. 14.8 Quarts 815 / 1015 119-21-25.67-1 2100 Planetary 25.57:1 Synthetic ISO 220 Or Equivalent...

  • Page 54: Adjustments

    Step 1: Loosen the lock nuts (Item 1) holding the four bearings to the conveyor. Loosen the tightener nuts (Item 2) on all adjuster locations. Do not loosen the scraper bolts (Item Step 2: Locate the primary discharge side of the conveyor. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 54 - PB-MIXER-19...
  • Page 55 Step 3: Set the primary side as follows: Use the primary side adjusters to remove at least half of the belts slack. Measure, as shown below, until both sides of the drive pulley shaft (Item 4) are set at exactly the same from the end of the conveyor frame (Item 5).
  • Page 56 Run and check belt alignment. Repeat as necessary. NOTE: If you run out of adjustment on the non-primary side, repeat Step 3 and remove more slack from the belt using the primary side. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 56 - PB-MIXER-19...

  • Page 57: Front Discharge Conveyor - Chain

    8.2.3 Front Discharge Conveyor - Chain To adjust tension of the chain, loosen the inner nut (Item 1) and either tighten or loosen the outer nut (Item 2) as needed. Count the number of turns you are adjusting so you can adjust the other end. Once you have proper tension, retighten the inner nut (Item 1) on both sides.

  • Page 58: Knives

    When knives become worn and rounded on the leading edge their efficiency is greatly reduced. This results in longer processing times and increased horsepower requirements. Refer to your parts manual and contact your Meyer MFG dealer for replacement part ordering.

  • Page 59: Storing The Mixer

    LOCKOUT / TAGOUT the machine / mixer. (See 5.3 SHUTOFF & LOCKOUT POWER on page 24.) Extended Storage Sometimes it may be necessary to store your Meyer mixer for an extended period of time. Below is a list of items to perform before storage.

  • Page 60: Replacement Parts

    6. Restore Power - When the work has been completed, follow the same basic procedures, ensuring that all individuals working on or around this machine are safely clear of the machine before locks and tags are removed and power is restored. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 60 - PB-MIXER-19...
  • Page 61 It is important that everyone who works on this equipment is properly trained to help ensure that they are familiar with this procedure and that they follow the steps outlined above. This manual will remind you when to Shutoff & Lockout Power. At times parts on this implement will become worn or damaged.
  • Page 62 Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 62 - PB-MIXER-19...

  • Page 63: Specifications

    9.0 SPECIFICATIONS 9.1 MODELS F355, F470, F585 DIMENSIONS F355 F470 F585 Overall Length - side door / front door 215” / 245” 219” / 249” 270” / 285” Mixing Chamber Length 212” Overall Height - Tire Option Used 385 / 65 x 22.5 385 / 65 x 22.5 245 / 70-19.5 Overall Height - Base Machine...
  • Page 64 Tub / Trailer - Spindle Diameter 2 7/8” 2 7/8” 2 3/4” Tub / Trailer - Scale System 3-point 3-point 4-point Tongue Weight - % gross Tractor Requirement - PTO HP Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 64 - PB-MIXER-19...

  • Page 65: Models F700, F815, F1015 And F1215

    9.2 MODELS F700, F815, F1015 AND F1215 DIMENSIONS F700 F815 F1015 F1215 Overall Length - front door / side door 273” / 288” 296” / 326” 300” / 330” 304” / 334” Mixing Chamber Length 217” 254” 261” 269” Overall Height - Tire Option Used 245 / 70-19.5 385 / 65R 385 / 65R...
  • Page 66 Tub / Trailer - Spindle Diameter 2.75” 3.50” 3.50” 4.50” Tub / Trailer - Scale System 4-point 4-point 4-point 4-point Tongue Weight - % gross Tractor Requirement - PTO HP Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 66 - PB-MIXER-19...

  • Page 67: Maintenance Record

    MAINTENANCE RECORD MODEL NO. ____________________________________ SERIAL 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: sales@meyermfg.com Website: www.meyermfg.com...
  • Page 68 Meyer Manufacturing Corporation 674 W. Business Cty Rd A Dorchester, WI 54425 Phone: 1-800-325-9103 Fax: 715-654-5513 Email: sales@meyermfg.com Website: www.meyermfg.com...

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