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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

Meridian Front Loader

Publication No. 1520265

Rev. 0918

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Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL Meridian Front Loader Publication No. 1520265 © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Rev. 0918...
Page 2 Disclaimer: This manual must not be used to repair your vehicle. Repair information is available by calling McNeilus Customer Service at (888) 686-7278. The information in this Operator’s Manual will be your guide to operation and operator maintenance for this equipment.
Page 3 Model Number and Serial Number of your Meridian Front Loader system. To serve you better, please fill out the following information and have it ready when calling McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. for parts or product information: Date of Purchase:...
Page 4 The Complete Vehicle Document decal (Figure 1, Item 1) documents the axle load and tire ratings as the vehicle left the McNeilus production line. This decal is located inside the cab and may be placed on the driver’s door, doorjamb, or the seat riser.
Page 5 Troubleshooting - Includes basic troubleshooting information for the operator. To order a replacement manual or safety signs, call the McNeilus Parts and Service number listed in the Foreword of this manual. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 6 Foreword 5.0 Parts and Service 6.0 Corporate Headquarters Contact your McNeilus Parts and Service Branch Locations Contact McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. directly at to order parts, receive service information, or for other our corporate headquarters at the following address, phone assistance.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
4.0 SAFETY SIGNS ..................................24 4.1 Safety Sign Locations ..............................26 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.0 EXTERIOR SYSTEMS ARRANGEMENT ...........................29 1.1 Curb Side View ................................29 1.2 Street Side View .................................30 1.3 S-Type Container Specifications ..........................31 © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 8 2.1.2 Outside Control Box E-STOP Button ......................52 2.2 Pack/Eject Functions ..............................53 2.2.1 Automatic Cycling of Pack/Eject ........................53 2.2.2 Manual Cycling of Pack/Eject .........................54 2.2.3 Manual Cycling with Tailgate Open ........................55 Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 9 3.6 Daily Maintenance Reminder Screen .........................66 3.7 Neutral Interlock Test Procedure for Optional Neutral Interlock .................66 3.8 Refuse Loading Procedure ............................67 3.9 Refuse Empty Procedure ............................69 3.10 End of Day Checks ..............................70 © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 10 4.7.3 Daily Inspection ..............................80 • 4.7.3.1 Tank Integrity ..........................80 • 4.7.3.2 Pressure Regulator Valve ......................80 • 4.7.3.3 Pressure Relief Valve .........................81 4.7.4 Daily Operation ...............................81 4.7.5 Water Tank Sign Identification ........................81 Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 11 3.2 Electrical System ................................95 3.2.1 Lighting System ..............................95 3.2.2 Pneumatic System............................96 3.2.1 Coalescing Filter (If Equipped) ........................96 3.3 Mechanical System ..............................96 3.3.1 Refuse Vehicle Body and Components ......................96 3.3.2 Tailgate Seal ..............................97 © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 12 5.2 Procedure for the Pneumatic Canopy Lift Design ....................107 6.0 LUBRICATION ...................................109 6.1 Daily Lubrication ...............................109 6.2 Scheduled PM Lubrication............................111 TROUBLESHOOTING 1.0 TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................113 1.1 Onboard Diagnostics ..............................113 1.2 Troubleshooting Chart ..............................116 Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 13 Table of Contents INDEX INDEX......................................121 © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
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Page 15: Safety
Always keep this manual in a location where it is readily available for persons who operate or maintain the product. Additional copies of this manual are available from McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Please contact McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. if you require additional manuals or if you have any questions about the information in this manual, this product, or safe operating procedures.
Page 16: Battery Disconnect Switch
(-) cable connected, the resulting must install his or her own padlock. sparks can cause a battery explosion, which could result in death or serious injury. Figure 1 Figure 2 Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 17: Safety Equipment
Safety 1.2 Safety Equipment 1.3 Reporting Safety Defects Some McNeilus refuse vehicles come equipped with a five If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which pound Fire Extinguisher, which has a rating of B:C, and a could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you Reflective Warning Triangle Kit containing three triangles.
Page 18: Safety Notices
The following safety notices are used throughout this manual. hazard. Take the safety warnings seriously. If you do not understand DANGER them or have questions about them, call McNeilus Truck and Danger indicates an imminently hazardous Manufacturing, Inc. at 888-686-7278. situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Page 19: Product Safety Information
Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. operation and prevent serious personal injury. Modifications may not comply with safety Contact McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. if you require standards, including ANSI safety standards, assistance or have questions at 888-686-7278. and may result in serious personal injury.
Page 20 For more information, go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 21: Cab Operation
Never drive the Packer under any overhead obstruction. Failure to do so may result in damage to the Packer body or truck, and may result in serious personal injury or death. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 22 Serious personal injury or death may occur. of gravity load. Failure to comply can lead to a roll over or other loss of control of the vehicle resulting in serious personal injury or death. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 23 At the landﬁll or when operating off-road, use the lowest transmission gear and proceed at low speed (3 mph maximum). Failure to comply can cause serious injury. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 24: Outside Operation
Failure to heed these instructions/warnings DO NOT operate the Packer with may result in serious personal injury or death. malfunctioning controls. Damage to property or equipment may occur. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 25 Packer. Failure to heed this warning may Use the three-point rule when climbing the result in serious personal injury or death. ladder. Failure to heed may cause serious personal injury. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 26 4. Never remove pressure regulator or pressure difficult to read. safety valve from tank. 9. Refer to the McNeilus Operator’s Manual or • If regulator or safety valve is defective, it must contact McNeilus at 1-888-686-7278 if you have be replaced before Packer is put into service.
Page 27 WARNING The installation procedure found in this manual must be followed when installing a carry can. Failure to follow all these steps may cause serious personal injury or equipment damage. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 28: Maintenance
Failure to do so may result in serious personal injury or death. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 29 Failure to do so may result in serious personal injury or death. DANGER Verify that the body props are fully seated in the pockets on the frame. Serious personal injury or death may occur. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 30 Failure to empty body or employ body props Failure to ensure all systems are operating may cause serious personal injury or death. properly can result in serious personal injury or death. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 31 Packer. Remember to follow the your Packer may result in serious personal LOCKOUT/TAGOUT procedures when injury or death. entering the Packer body. Only exit the Packer body through the access door. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 32 Failure to engage both tailgate props may result in serious personal injury or death. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 33 Failure to disable the Packer may result in serious personal injury or death. CAUTION Disconnect battery before welding on body. Failure to do so might result in personal injury or damage to property or equipment. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 34: Hydraulics
Safety 3.5 Hydraulics WARNING Call McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. at 888-686-7278 Hydraulic hoses and tubing must be anytime you have questions concerning hydraulic hoses, inspected on a daily basis for leaks, cuts, tubes, or pipes. abrasions, damage, aging, improper...
Page 35 An as example: Brand “A” hose and brand “B” fitting will not normally be compatible. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 36 Warranty. outer covering and steel braid and lead to premature failure. The pump and hydraulic hose should be wiped with a clean lint-free cloth rather than washed. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 37: Electrical
Hydraulic components can be heavy. Failure to follow regulations may cause Use caution while lifting these serious personal injury or death. components. Serious personal injury can be avoided with proper handling of the components. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 38: Safety Signs
1523439 1523442 If any safety signs on the equipment are not clearly readable, 1523445 contact McNeilus Parts and Service at 888-686-7278 or www.streetsmartparts.com to order replacements. Use only 1523423 McNeilus replacement signs. 1523424 The table below contains part numbers for the individual 1523426 safety signs.
Page 39 Tape Bumper Only 1523451 2” Red/White Conspicuity 1260914 Varies 1523453 Tape 1523817 If equipped with fire 1527380 extinguisher. Location varies. 1525226 Placed on body lift hydraulic 1525227 fluid reservoir. 1525224 1527015 © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 40: Safety Sign Locations
Safety 4.1 Safety Sign Locations Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 43: General Information
General Information 1.0 Exterior Systems Arrangement 1.1 Curb Side View System Description Cab Control Box and Joystick Fork Assembly Arm Assembly Pack/Eject Top Door Tailgate © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 44: Street Side View
General Information 1.2 Street Side View System Description Side Access Door Body Hopper Hydraulic Oil Reservoir Service Lift Cylinders (Optional) Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 45: S-Type Container Specifications
Figure 3 the inside surface of the top wall. Height from inside top pocket wall to the leading edge of the container, over Max: 48 in. all lids and hinges. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 47: Operation
To make sure you understand proper operating procedures, Figure 4 read this section and carefully practice with the controls and instruments to learn how to safely operate the equipment. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 48: Cab Control Box
Look at the LED Red LED lights on the control box to determine Warning Light what the unsafe condition is. Under normal operating conditions, the light will be off. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 49: Cab Control Box Functions
AUTOPACK / Press this button to start the EJECT (Sweep) autopack and eject cycle. Button RETRACT Press this button to retract the pack/ Button eject to the HOME position. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 50 The truck (Optional) must be moving less than 10 mph for the rear work lights to come on. TAG AXLE Press the button to raise the pusher RAISE Button axle. (Optional) Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 52: Cab Control Box Led Indicator Light Functions
Top Door Close The LED will flash red when the top Remote Button REMOTE button is activated. door is in the fully closed position. The outside control box is now operational. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 53 The LED will be green when the Pusher Axle pusher axle is in the fully DOWN Down LED position. Strobe Light The LED will be green when the strobe lights are on. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 55: Fuse Block
Rear Work Lights Sensor Power Cab/HMI/Residential Power Hopper Work Lights Option Power Option Power Option Power Option Power Option Power Option Power Option Power Main Control Module Power Figure 8 © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 57: Arm And Fork Controls
Residential button is held (Item 6). The fork should AutoDump Mode only be allowed to move in the range allocated for Cab Protection. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 58 This will perform no function. proportionally moved forward. This to the right/up should only work if operator’s presence when truck is button is held (Item 6). in Residential AutoDump Mode Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 59 This should Residential Can only work if operator’s presence button Control Mode is held (Item 6). Figure 10 Figure represents view from Street Side in chassis cab. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 60: Single Lever Joystick Commercial Control
Arm raises proportionally as joystick is backward (Item 4) proportionally moved backward. The arm should take 9 seconds to move Figure 11 from all the way down to all the way up. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 61: Dual Lever Control Joysticks (Optional)
AutoDump Mode then the arms start to lower. Arm Residential Can the range allocated for Cab Protection. lowers proportionally as joystick is Control Mode proportionally moved forward. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 62 Roll In to the hopper. Arm raises proportionally as joystick is proportionally moved backward. Figure 12 Figure represents view from Street Side in chassis cab. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 63: Auto Dump Single Lever Joystick
Pull the joystick BACK (Figure 13, Item 2) and hold to begin the auto dump function. To return the container to the ground, push the joystick FORWARD (Figure 13, Item 3) and hold. Figure 13 © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 64: Outside Control Box (Optional)
MANUAL PACK THROTTLE Press and hold the button to Function. NOTE: No need to use EXTEND Button the ACTIVATE button in conjunction ADVANCE increase chassis engine RPM. Button with this button. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 65 Press and hold the button to MANUAL PACK activate the pack vehicle Retract RETRACT Function. NOTE: No need to use E-STOP Button the ACTIVATE button in conjunction Button with this button. Not Used Figure 14 © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 66: Control Functions
DOWN position until it is manually released. can be restored. NOTE If Packer functions are not operational, reset the controls by pulling up ALL of the E-STOP buttons and turning the pump back on. Figure 15 Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 67: Pack/Eject Functions
HOME position (Figure 17, Item 1) into the hopper until it reaches the EXTEND position (Figure 17, Item 2). The pack/eject then reverses direction and retracts until it returns to the HOME position. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 68: Manual Cycling Of Pack/Eject
Press and hold the EXTEND and ACTIVATE buttons on the in- dash keypad for 0-20 seconds (default is 5 seconds) to extend Figure 17 past the extend proximity switch. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 69: Manual Cycling With Tailgate Open
Item 2) will extend to the rear of the body to eject the load. Press and hold the RETRACT button to retract the pack/eject to the HOME position. Figure 18 © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 70: Arm Functions
• Side door indicator light must be off • Top Door OPEN indicator light must be green • Pack/Eject RETRACT indicator light must be green • Engine speed must be below 1900 rpm Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 71: Fork Functions
• Engine speed must be below 1900 rpm Use the fork controls to raise the fork assembly (Figure 20, Item 1). Use the fork controls to lower the fork assembly (Figure 20, Item 2). © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 72: Auto Dump Function (Optional)
Conditions • Side door indicator light must be off • Top Door OPEN indicator light must be green Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 73: Tailgate Functions
Serious personal injury or death may occur. Conditions • Side door indicator light must be off • Engine speed must be below 1600 rpm Figure 21 © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 74: Open Tailgate
The alarm does not sound if the ignition switch is OFF or any of the E-STOP buttons are pressed down. Figure 23 Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 75: Top Door Functions
The top door should not be used as a pack assist panel when using the Pack and Sweep function. Damage to the top door may result. Figure 24 © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 76: Operating Procedures
50° F (10° C) or below. personal injury or death or damage to equipment. 3.1 Start-Up Procedure Before starting the vehicle, make certain that: Battery switch is ON. Daily checks have been completed and verified. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 77: Warm-Up Procedure
Pump needs to be on. ii. All other functions need to be off. iii. Auto Heater needs to be set to Enabled. See Meridian Service Manual for Enable parameters. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 78: Traveling Procedure - Standard
Item 1), or with the forks tucked and the arms fully raised (Figure 25, Item 2). Turn PUMP rocker switch OFF to disable hydraulic functions. Figure 25 Turn all warning and strobe lights ON. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 79: Traveling Procedure - Residential
Activate all E-STOP buttons. listed on the height decal on the truck. Failure to comply may cause serious injury or death or damage to equipment. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 80: Daily Maintenance Reminder Screen
“off” position. vehicle inspection to continue to the Home Screen. Place approved blocks on the rear wheels to prevent the truck from moving. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 81: Refuse Loading Procedure
Position the vehicle in line with the container, and drive the vehicle forward until the forks are all the way through the container fork pockets (Figure 28). Adjust the fork assembly so the container is level. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 82 10. Lower the arm assembly to return the container to the ground. 11. Adjust the fork assembly as needed to allow the vehicle to back away from the container. 12. Place the fork and arm assemblies in the travel position. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 83: Refuse Empty Procedure
Position the rear of the refuse vehicle as appropriate. Verify the top door is open, the fork and arm assemblies are in the travel position. Open the tailgate fully (Figure 29, Item 1). Figure 28 Figure 29 © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 84: End Of Day Checks
Disengage the prop from the tailgate. (See Disengaging the Tailgate Prop.) Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 85: Optional Equipment
(Figure 31) mounted on the fork assembly. The routing of hydraulic and electrical lines from the connections to the carry can will vary with different models and manufacturers of carry cans. Figure 31 © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 86: Installing A Carry Can
Failure to follow all these steps may cause serious personal injury or equipment damage. 14. Reverse the above process to remove the carry can. 15. Call McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. at 888-686- Perform your company’s Lockout/Tagout procedure. 7278 if you require further assistance or have questions.
Page 87: Auxiliary Axle
Always follow your company’s policies and procedures when adjusting the air pressure. If you have any questions, call McNeilus Parts and Service branches at 888-686-7278. A tag axle (Figure 32, Item 1) is mounted in behind the rear drive axle. They are considered auxiliary axles. The auxiliary axle is raised and lowered by a button located on the cab control box.
Page 88: Lowering The Auxiliary Axle
4.3.2 Raising the Auxiliary Axle Bring the truck to a complete stop and apply the parking brake (refer to the chassis manufacturer’s procedure). Press the AXLE RAISE button. Resume normal operations. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 89: Preco Radar Systems
Vehicle is placed in reverse and on the right. vehicle is approaching an object. Vehicle is placed in forward drive and vehicle is approaching an object. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 90 CODE display, but a legend control display system with the to the color patterns shown failure condition. when an object is detected. Missing Sensor Object Front/Rear Side extremely close Sensor Error Side Front/Rear Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 91: Roof Access Ladder
Figure 33 Pull the pull pin out to release the lower ladder. Swing the lower ladder down, into position using the hand holds on the ladder. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 92: Fall Protection Systems
Understand and follow the limitations of the system as explained by your tarpARMOR supplied instructions and your safety manager’s training. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 93: Water Tank
OEM water tank. difficult to read. 3. Never pressure test an empty water tank. 9. Refer to the McNeilus Operator’s Manual or Only pressure test a full water tank. contact McNeilus at 1-888-686-7278 if you have 4. Never remove pressure regulator or pressure questions or require assistance.
Page 94: Daily Inspection
Check that all fastening hardware is to the correct setting. Never continue to turn the valve past the tight and undamaged. Inspect fittings for signs of damage, correct setting. cracks, or looseness. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 96: Water Tank Operation
The system will be equipped with a pressure gauge (Figure 34, Item 2), an air pressure valve (Figure 34, Item 3), and a drain valve (Figure 34, Item 4). Figure 35 Figure 34 Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 97: Pressurizing The Water Tank
NEVER pressurize an empty tank. NEVER modify tank in any way. Operating in excess of 55 psi, pressurizing Figure 36 an empty tank, or modifying the tank may cause serious personal injury or death. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 98: Depressurizing The Water Tank
(Figure 38, Item 1). Make sure the gauge (Figure 38, Item Do not drink the water. 2) reads 0 psi. Serious internal injury may result. Open the valve (Figure 37, Item 2). 10 0 Figure 38 Figure 37 Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 99: Draining The Water Tank
Serious internal injury may result. CAUTION Figure 39 Be sure to drain the water tank, hoses, and pipes when operating in temperatures below freezing. Failure to drain the system may cause damage to equipment. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 100 Depressurize the water tank. Open the tank drain valve (Figure 40, Item 1) and allow the water to drain. When water is drained, close the drain valve. Figure 41 Figure 40 Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 101: Preventive Maintenance Intervals
Continue to repeat the maintenance procedures at the listed intervals. NOTE If the Packer is operated more hours per day or double-shifted, the maintenance interval must be adjusted accordingly. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 102 SAFETY NOTICE Perform your company’s Lockout/Tagout procedure. If your company does not have a Lockout/Tagout procedure, follow OSHA 1910.147 and 1910.146 Confined Space as appropriate. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 103 Test Main Relief Valve Setting Hydraulic Oil Applies to Standard Hydraulic System Applies to Optional Clean-Fill Hydraulic System Reservoir Drain Plug Reservoir Drain Plug - Optional Clean Fill System Suction Line Strainer © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 104 Drain and Inspect Coalescing Filter (If Equipped) Air Hoses and Fittings Coalescing Filter (If Equipped) Mechanical System Refuse Vehicle Body and Components Tailgate Seal Condition Tailgate Seal Tailgate Lock Clearance Top Door Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 105 • Missing nuts or pins • Broken or damaged springs or brackets Operation Refuse Vehicle Function Controls Remove Trash Behind Pack/Eject and Hopper Area Safety Signs © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 106 Preventive Maintenance LEGEND Operator Service R Replace P Perform I Inspect L Lubricate T Torque C Clean Lubrication Daily Scheduled PM Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 107: Daily Checks For Preventive Maintenance
• Daily Checks - The oil level is checked by the operator or skilled service personnel. NOTE Figure 42 Check hydraulic oil level during start-up when the oil temperature is still cold. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 108: Temperature / Level Sight Gauge
(Figure 43, Item 3) or damage to the system may result. Figure 43 CAUTION Do not operate the hydraulic system with oil below the “low” line on the temperature/level sight gauge. Damage to the system may result. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 109: Return Line Filter Indicator
Figure 44 Check to ensure that all exterior lights on the refuse vehicle and chassis are functioning correctly. Replace any burned-out bulbs with the same type. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 110: Pneumatic System
• Daily Checks - The refuse vehicle body and components are inspected by the operator or skilled service personnel. FLOW Inspect the body and all components for binding, damage, loose or missing parts. Figure 45 Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 111: Tailgate Seal
3.3.4 Ladder Components Figure 47 Check ladder components such as bolts for loosening, damage, and wear weekly. On the optional roof access ladder, inspect the following points (Figure 46 and Figure 47): © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 112: Operation
Operate all functions to validate they are operational. Verify Confined Space as appropriate. that all indicator lights and alarms are operational. Unlatch the side door handle (Figure 48, Item 1) and open the side door. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 113: Safety Signs
After the trash is removed, close and secure the side door to determine the proper safety sign or its placement on the and fold up the ladder. refuse vehicle, call McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. at 888-686-7278 for assistance. Contact McNeilus Truck and Remove your company’s Lockout/Tagout.
Page 114: Propping The Tailgate For Maintenance
Remove retaining pin (Figure 49, Item 1) from tailgate prop. Do not POWER DOWN the tailgate against the props. Rotate prop (Figure 50, Item 1) up into position over Damage may occur to the props. cylinder rod. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 115 Turn ignition switch to the OFF position. 10. Always use a stick, shovel, or long handled brush to clear trash from the props and seal areas of tailgate and doors. Figure 49 © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 116: Disengaging The Tailgate Prop
Shut the engine OFF and put the key in your pocket. Figure 51 Remove retaining pin (Figure 51, Item 1) from tailgate prop. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 117 Repeat steps 4 through 6 for the other side of the tailgate so that both props are disengaged and pinned in the storage position. Start the chassis engine and close the tailgate. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 118: Engaging The Lever Design Tailgate Prop
Turn ignition switch to the OFF position. Always use a stick, shovel, or long handled brush to clear trash from the props and seal areas of tailgate and doors. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 119: Disengaging The Lever Design Tailgate Prop
Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the other side of the tailgate so that both props are disengaged and pinned in the storage position. Start the chassis engine and close the tailgate. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 120: Canopy Lift/Lower
Locate the wing nuts under the canopy which will rotate the canopy (Figure 55). Figure 57 The canopy is now held in the UP position. Figure 55 The cab can now be tilted up. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 121: Procedure For The Pneumatic Canopy Lift Design
Make sure the truck has enough air. Raise the arms into the hopper. Locate the pneumatic canopy lever which will be outside between the cab and the body (Figure 59). © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 122 Procedure is complete. Return truck to service. Figure 59 Unlatch the lever by pushing up the latch. Push the lever to lift the canopy. The canopy is now held in the UP position. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 123: Lubrication
Fork Cylinders - Base End Two Cylinders - One Per Side Fork Cylinders - Rod End Two Cylinders - One Per Side Fork Assembly Pivot Two Pivots - Two Fittings Per Side © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 125: Scheduled Pm Lubrication
Two Cylinders - One Per Side Service Lift Cylinder - Rod End (Optional Equipment) Two Cylinders - One Per Side PTO Shaft U-Joints Hopper Side Access Door Hinge Pins Two Hinges with Grease Zerks © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 127: Troubleshooting
The sequence below will help to isolate the problem and often into service. permit a quick repair. If further assistance is required, refer to the applicable section of this manual or call the McNeilus N O T E Parts and Service number listed in the Foreword of this manual.
Page 128 • Tailgate Is Open • Hydraulic Oil Filter Plugged • Arm Reach Sensor • Arm Lift Sensor • Vehicle Speed Not Found • Vehicle Gear Not Found • Engine Speed Not Found Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 129 • Top Door Is Closed • Arm Is Not Enabled • Pump Is Not Enabled • Activate Key Is Not Held • Arm Is Over Speed • Refuse Vehicle Is Over Speed © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 130: Troubleshooting Chart
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. for assistance. If you have questions or need help, please call the McNeilus Parts and Service number listed in the Foreword of this manual. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 131 Fully OPEN top door. Arms are ABOVE the body. LOWER arms below body. Check pack/eject proximity switches Requires shop service and repair for proper operation. System problem. Requires shop service and repair. © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 132 Engine rpm is too HIGH. REDUCE engine speed to below 1600 rpm. ACTIVATE button not pressed. Press ACTIVATE button while pressing TOP DOOR button. Requires shop service and repair. System problem. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 133 Cab Warning Light should be OFF. W2 are wired into Red. prox is seen (Note: As long as no other warning/ weight system alarms are present.) © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 134 (Note: As long as no other warning/ alarms are present.) Open Side of Cab Warning Light should be flashing Body Controller Red. Door Cab Warning Light should be flashing Open Side Door Red. Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
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Complete Vehicle Document Decal ........IV Control Functions ............. 52 Arm Functions..............56 Auto Dump Function (Optional) ........58 Electrical System .............. 95 E-STOP (Emergency Stop) Function ......52 End of Day Checks ............70 © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 136 Traveling Procedure - Standard ........64 Lighting System ..............95 Warm-Up Procedure ............63 Lubrication ..............109 Operation ................98 Daily Lubrication ............109 Refuse Vehicle Controls ..........98 Scheduled PM Lubrication ..........111 Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 137 Pneumatic Lines and Fittings ........... 96 Residential Attachments ........... 52 Pneumatic System............96 Installing a Carry Can ............ 72 Preparation Before Starting Route ........65 Roof Access Ladder ............77 © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Meridian Front Loader...
Page 138 Trash Behind the Pack/Eject ..........98 Traveling Procedure - Residential ........65 Traveling Procedure - Standard ........64 Triangle Kit ................. 3 Troubleshooting ...............113 Onboard Diagnostics ............113 Troubleshooting Chart ..........116 Meridian Front Loader © 2016 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
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