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SEED EXPRESS
FOR OWNERS AND OPERATORS OF THE 240 RT / 375 RT

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  • Page 1 SEED EXPRESS FOR OWNERS AND OPERATORS OF THE 240 RT / 375 RT...
  • Page 3 PRODUCT WARRANTY R E G I S T R A T I O N F O R M WARRANTY REGISTRATION This form must be filled out by the dealer and signed by both the dealer and the customer at the time of delivery.
  • Page 5 2902 Expansion Blvd. Storm Lake, IA 50588 Phone: 712-732-1780 Fax: 712-732-1028 CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN LICENSING INFORMATION Date: ____/___/_______ SOLD TO: DEALER ___________________________Business ___________________________Business ___________________________Contact ___________________________Contact ___________________________Address ___________________________Address ___________________________City, State, Zip ___________________________City, State, Zip TENDER MODEL # _________________________________________________________ TENDER WEIGHT __________________________________________________________ TENDER SERIAL # __________________________________________________________ TRAILER MODEL # _________________________________________________________ TRAILER SERIAL #* _________________________________________________________...
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT INFORMATION SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION PATENT INFORMATION Please provide the serial number of your Meridian 240RT or 375RT Seed Tender and engine when ordering parts or requesting service or other information. The serial number plates are located where indicated. Please record the numbers in the space provided below for easy reference.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION ............11 1.1 Congratulations .
  • Page 9 9. MAINTENANCE ............41 9.1 Lubrication .
  • Page 10 14. PARTS ..............59 14.1 240RT Seed Tender.

  • Page 11: Introduction

    1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 CONGRATULATIONS 1.2 OPERATOR ORIENTATION Congratulations on your choice of a Meridian The directions left, right, front, and rear, as Manufacturing Group 240RT or 375RT Bulk Seed mentioned throughout this manual, are as seen Tender to complement your seed delivery system in from the truck drivers’...

  • Page 12: Safety

    If you have any questions not answered in this manual, require additional copies of the manual, or the manual is damaged, please contact your dealer or Meridian Manufacturing Group, 2902 Expansion Blvd., StormLake,Iowa,50588,tollfree1‑800‑437‑2334,phone(712)732‑1780,orfax(712)732‑1028.

  • Page 13: General Safety

    2.1 GENERAL SAFETY YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of your Meridian Manufacturing Read and understand the Operator’s Group Bulk Seed Tender. YOU must ensure that Manual and all safety signs before you and anyone else who is going to operate,...

  • Page 14: Equipment Safety Guidelines

    2.2 EQUIPMENT SAFETY 8. Inadditiontothedesignandconfiguration GUIDELINES of this implement, including Safety Signs and Safety Equipment, hazard control and 1. Safety of the operator and bystanders is accident prevention are dependent upon the one of the main concerns in designing and awareness, concern, prudence, and proper developing a machine.

  • Page 15: Safety Signs

    2.4 SAFETY SIGNS PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MAY CAUSE PERMANENT Keep safety signs clean and legible at HEARING LOSS! Motors or equipment all times. Replace any safety sign or can be noisy enough to cause instruction sign that is missing or not permanent or partial hearing loss.

  • Page 16: Maintenance Safety

    Stop engine, remove ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before STOP servicing, repairing, adjusting, loading, filling,orunplugging. Always use personal protection devices, such as eye, hand, and hearing protectors, when Keep working area clean and performing any service or maintenance. free of debris to prevent slipping or tripping.

  • Page 17: Storage Safety

    2.9 STORAGE SAFETY 2.11 REFUELLING SAFETY 1. Store the unit in an area away from human Handle fuel with care. It is highly activity. flammable. 2. Do not permit children to play on or around the   A llowenginetocoolforfiveminutes stored machine.

  • Page 18: Sign-Off Form

    2.13 SIGN-OFF FORM Make these periodic reviews of SAFETY and OPERATION a standard practice for all of your Meridian Manufacturing Group follows the general equipment. We feel an untrained operator is SafetyStandardsspecifiedbytheAmerican unqualifiedtooperatethismachine. SocietyofAgriculturalEngineers(ASAE)and Occupational Safety and Health Administration A sign-off sheet is provided for your record keeping (OSHA).Anyonewhowillbeoperatingand/or...

  • Page 19: Safety Sign Locations

    3. SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the following pages. Good SAFETY AWARENESS requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs, the type of warning and the area, or a particular function related to that area.
  • Page 20 3.ProductSerialNumberDecal(#19984) 4.DANGER—PinchPoint(#20087) 1.CAUTION—ReadandUnderstand(#19934) 5.WARNING—RotatingParts(#19936) 2.NOTICE—ProductWarranty(#19944)
  • Page 21 7.WARNING—HotSurface(#20088) 6.WARNING—FallHazard(#19939) 8.WARNING—MissingShield(#19937)

  • Page 22: Specifications

    4. SPECIFICATIONS 4.1 OVERALL 240RT SEED TENDER SPECIFICATIONS (6” AND 8” CONVEYORS)

  • Page 23: Overall 375Rt Seed Tender Specifications (6" And 8" Conveyors)

    4.2 OVERALL 375RT SEED TENDER SPECIFICATIONS (6” AND 8” CONVEYORS)

  • Page 24: BoltSpecifications

    4.3 BOLT SPECIFICATIONS WARNING The torque value for bolts and capscrews are identified by their head markings. Replacing higher “Grade” bolts (Grade 8) with lower Grade bolts (Grade 5) will lead to equipment failure and can result in injury or death. Always use replacement bolts with the same Grade markings as the removed bolt.

  • Page 25: Machine Components And Controls

    5. MACHINE COMPONENTS AND CONTROLS 5.1 COMPONENT NOMENCLATURE AND LOCATION The Meridian 240RT or 375RT Seed Express models are designed as bulk seed transfer units to transfer large amounts of seed into a planter or drill. Large bulk seed containers are loaded into the seedtendercompartments(3&5).Theseedcan...

  • Page 26: Engine And Controls

    5.2 ENGINE AND CONTROLS 4. Throttle Lever This lever controls the engine RPM. Move the A Honda engine is used with this unit. Always ® lever to increase or decrease the RPM. Always read the engine Operator’s Manual supplied run at maximum throttle while operating. with the seed tender for the detailed operating procedures.

  • Page 27: Control System Functions

    5.3 CONTROL SYSTEM FUNCTIONS Conveyor Lift and Lower (5) This toggle switch raises and lowers the conveyor. The MEGA REMOTE system is a state-of-the-art Press the toggle switch UP to raise the conveyor. microprocessorbasedRadioFrequency(RF) Press the toggle switch DOWN to lower the control system.

  • Page 28: Control System Compliance Information

    5.3.2 Control System Compliance Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference. This equipment generates radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference...
  • Page 29 CONVEYOR STOP (4) GATE 1 OPEN (10) This button stops the conveyor belt. The Gate 1 OPEN button opens the slide gate at the bottom of compartment 1. Press the OPEN CONVEYOR SPEED INC (5) button to open the slide gate, and press Gate 1 This button starts the conveyor belt.

  • Page 30: Scale Unit

    5.4 SCALE UNIT PRINT/SELECT (7) Press the PRINT key to transfer weight data to The scale unit is simple to operate. Described an optional printer, a computer, or a transfer data below are the basic functions of the scale; module(TDM‑40). however, for complete instructions, see the OEM operator manual that was shipped with the seed ZERO/CLEAR (8)

  • Page 31: Pre-Operating Instructions

    6.1.1 Before Starting 1. Read and follow the instructions in the Honda ® engine and the Meridian Operator’s Manuals. 2. Review and follow Set-Up Instructions and the Pre-operation Checklist before starting machine. 3. Initially check wheel bolt torque and then again at 10, 25, and 50 miles.

  • Page 32: Pre-Operation Checklist

    6.2 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST d. Press the Test button. The indicator should illuminate green. If the red light EfficientandsafeoperationoftheMeridianBulk illuminates, the battery charge is low. Seed Tender system requires that each operator Refer to the Break-Away System in the reads and follows the operating procedures and all Maintenance section for instructions on related safety precautions outlined in this section.

  • Page 33: Operation

    7. OPERATION OPERATING SAFETY • Make sure anyone operating the seed • Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away delivery system or working on or around the from moving parts. unit reads and understands all the operating, • Do not place hands, arms, or body between maintenance, and safety information in the the seed box and frame or lid to prevent Operator’s Manual.
  • Page 34 3. Remove the retainer clip. Release or open 8. Attach the safety chain securely to the tow the receiver by rotating the locking handle vehicle to prevent unexpected separation. clockwise, as shown. Cross the chains when attaching. 9. Connect the wiring harness for the lights and 4.

  • Page 35: Opening And Closing Roll-Up Tarp

    7.2 OPENING AND CLOSING ROLL-UP TARP 1. Remove the retaining pin from the crank 4. Place the crank back in the holder and reinsert holder. Using both hands, carefully remove the retaining pin. the crank from the holder. 2. Extend the crank handle assembly to a comfortable operating position.

  • Page 36: Operation

    7.3 OPERATION CAUTION This Operation section provides a step-by-step Always load compartment 1 first to procedureforfirstloadingseedintotheseed maintain a positive tongue weight. tender at the farm and then unloading it in the Negative tongue weight can cause the field. hitch to rapidly swing upward if not securely fastened to the tow vehicle, 7.3.1 Loading (Filling the Seed Tender) which can result in personal injury.
  • Page 37 2. Remove the lock pin from the damper 7. Rotate the conveyor to the desired location. mechanism. The conveyor may need to be lowered slightly to remove the tension from the lock pin. Store the pin in a safe location. 3.
  • Page 38 9. Open the slide gate from the seed tender 10. Whentheplanterisfilled,closetheslidegate control panel or use the wireless remote and then stop the conveyor belt. controltothedesiredseedflow. 11. Whenfinishedloadingtheplanter,returnthe conveyor to the transport position and install the lock pin and retaining clip. Note: If the seed tender is being moved within afieldlocation,itisnotnecessarytoinstallthe damper mechanism to the conveyor.
  • Page 39 12. Connect the anti-rotation chain to its clip. 13. If necessary, close the roll-up tarp. 14. Place the engine’s fuel lever in the OFF position before towing the seed tender on the open road.

  • Page 40: Storage

    8. STORAGE 8.1 GENERAL INFORMATION 11. Inspect, clean, and lubricate the chain and sprockets on the rotating platform After planting or when the machine will not be used for a period of time, completely inspect 8.3 REMOVING FROM STORAGE all major systems of the seed tender. Replace When removing the machine from storage, follow or repair any worn or damaged components to this procedure:...

  • Page 41: Maintenance

    9. MAINTENANCE 9.1 LUBRICATION MAINTENANCE SAFETY Use the Service Checks information in the Maintenance section to keep a record of all • Good maintenance is your responsibility. scheduled maintenance. • Follow good shop practices. 1. Use an SAE multi-purpose high temperature grease or a multi-purpose lithium base grease.

  • Page 42: Service Procedures

    10. SERVICE PROCEDURES 10.1 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 2. Replace the batteries, making sure they are correctly positioned. The wireless remote control unit is powered by two AA batteries. A low battery indicator on the wireless remote control indicates the remaining batterylife.Whenredindicatorlight(2)turnsON, the batteries should be replaced immediately, or discontinue the use of the wireless remote control.

  • Page 43: Hydraulic System

    10.2 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 10.2.2 Hydraulic Manifold 10.2.1 Hydraulic Oil Change IMPORTANT The manifold contains pressure relief valves and solenoids which have been factory installed andsetupforthemostefficientoperationofthe seed tender. DO NOT adjust these relief valves or replace the solenoid valves. If the unit is not operating properly, refer to the Troubleshooting section, call an authorized dealer, or call the factory.

  • Page 44: Engine

    3. Pull the pump away from the adapter to 10.3.1 Approved Fuel separate the coupling halves. Use a regular unleaded automotive gasoline for all operating conditions. The fuel tank capacity is 1.0 liter(2.1USpints). 10.3.2 Engine Oil Use a typical SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 multi- viscosity motor oil for normal operating conditions.

  • Page 45: Clean Air Cleaner

    If the problem continues, contact Meridian. 10.4 LOAD CELLS Four load cells are used with the models equipped with a weighing system. There is no maintenance required for these load cells.

  • Page 46: Belt Delivery Tube

    10.5 BELT DELIVERY TUBE 10.5.2 Belt Tension Adjustment 10.5.1 Unplugging IMPORTANT Do not operate the conveyor when it is plugged with excess seed or is hindered from moving by a foreign object. Continued operation can cause damage to the conveyor or result in a broken conveyor belt.

  • Page 47: Belt Tracking Adjustment

    3. Position the lower drive drum adjusting bolts to 10.5.3 Belt Tracking Adjustment their loosest position. 4. If the old belt can be used to install the new belt continue with this step; if not, continue to Step 5. 1. Loosen the locking nuts on the two adjusting bolts.

  • Page 48: Chain Drive System

    10.6 CHAIN DRIVE SYSTEM 5. If the old belt cannot be used: The rotating platform chain should be periodically a. Remove the discharge hood and lower the maintained to ensure a long service life. Regularly galvanized belt guards. inspect the chain for potential problems and to avoidprematurefailure.Earlyidentificationofa problem is crucial to prevent costly downtimes.

  • Page 49: Trailer Break-Away System

    10.7 TRAILER BREAK-AWAY SYSTEM 3. The chain must always be kept snug but not too tight. To check the tightness of the chain: a. On the slack side of the chain, between the drive sprocket and rotating sprocket, push the chain inward. b.

  • Page 50: Changing Battery

    10.9 TRAILER HITCH BOLTS AND 10.7.2 Changing Battery FRAME HOLD-DOWN BOLTS The battery in the break-away system is The front hitch section of the seed tender is bolted rechargeable, but not replaceable. If the battery to the trailer frame. This design allows the same will not hold a charge, replace the unit.
  • Page 51 10.10 SERVICE RECORD CHART (CONTINUED) Date Serviced by 8 hours or daily Check Engine Fluid Levels Check Hydraulic Tank Oil Level Test Break-Away Brake System Inspect Tires Check Remote Control Battery Life Check Oil Filter Indicator Check Conveyor Belt Tension and Alignment 50 Hours or Weekly Clean Engine Air Intake Filter...

  • Page 52: Service Checks

    10.11 SERVICE CHECKS 6. Initially check wheel bolt torque at 10, 25, and 50 miles. Refer to 10.6 Wheel Bolt Torque 10.11.1 Daily (8 Hours) Requirements section in this manual for tightening instructions. WARNING 7. Check wireless remote control battery life and Gasoline is a highly combustible fuel.

  • Page 53: Axle Maintenance

    Check the tires for normal and/or abnormal tire wear. Replace tires that are damaged or worn beyond normal tread life. Refer to the axle OEM manual for a Tire Wear Diagnostic Chart. Replace the tires with Meridian part number 18131 or an equivalent tire: 3T235/80R16 TR643...

  • Page 54: Oem Literature

    11. OEM LITERATURE 11.2 RETRACTABLE COMPARTMENT OEM literature can be stored on the seed tender using the document storage tube. TARP For any questions concerning the Agri-Cover, refer to the OEM manual that was provided with the seed tender. 11.1 HONDA ENGINE ®...

  • Page 55: Weigh-Tronix Scale

    11.3 WEIGH-TRONIX SCALE For any questions concerning the Avery Weigh- Tronix scale, refer to the OEM manual that was provided with the seed tender. Additional information can be obtained from: Avery Weigh-Tronix, LLC 1000 Armstrong Dr. Fairmont, MN 56031 USA Phone: 800-458-7062 Fax: 507-238-8283 E-mail: ag@weigh-tronix.com...

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    12. TROUBLESHOOTING 12.1 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Engine will not start. No fuel. Fill the fuel tank. Low engine oil. Fill the crankcase with oil. Cold engine. Open choke. Ignition key switch off. Turn ignition key switch on. Battery dead. Recharge or replace battery.

  • Page 57: Weigh-Tronix Display

    12.2 WEIGH-TRONIX DISPLAY 12.2.1 Error Message Outputs The following are messages that may appear on the display and their meaning. Message Message Meaning HELLO Message displayed on power-up sequence for three seconds. - - - - - - UPPER DASHES, Indicator is in a state of overcapacity or analog input is too high. - - - - - - LOWER DASHES, Indicator is in a state of under capacity or analog input is too low.

  • Page 58: Warranty

    See attachment for full Performance Specification details on Polyester Powder Finishes. 4. The obligation of the Manufacturer hereunder extends only to the original owner and to the Meridian dealer to whom the materials may have been initially sold. This warranty shall not be subject to any assignment or transfer without the written consent of the Manufacturer.

  • Page 59: Parts

    14. PARTS The following pages contain a list of serviceable parts for both the 240RT or 375RT Seed Express units. Parts are available from your authorized Dealer Parts Department.

  • Page 60: 240Rt Seed Tender

    14.1 240RT SEED TENDER...

  • Page 62: TurretDetail(240Rt)

    14.1.1 Turret Detail (240RT)

  • Page 63: TurretDetail(Continued)(240Rt)

    14.1.2 Turret Detail (Continued) (240RT)

  • Page 64: SideViewDetail(240Rt)

    14.1.3 Side View Detail (240RT)

  • Page 65: UndercarriageDetail(240Rt)

    14.1.4 Undercarriage Detail (240RT)

  • Page 66: SlideGateDetail(240Rt)

    14.1.5 Slide Gate Detail (240RT)

  • Page 67: SlideGate(Continued)(240Rt)

    14.1.6 Slide Gate (Continued) (240RT) 23601-00 Weldment, Housing 23604-00 Guide, Gate, Right UHMW 23606-00 Guide, Gate, End UHMW 23605-00 Guide, Gate, Left UHMW 23612-00 Weldment, Bottom Gate 19699 Screw,SelfDrilling,#8‑32x1/2” 23656-00 Weldment, Top Gate 19775 Pin,Clevis,3/8”x1‑17/64”EffectiveLength 19325 Bolt,Hex,3/8‑16x1” 19564 Nut, Hex, Flanged, 3/8-16 19795 Pin,Cotter1/8”x1”Extend 23725-01...

  • Page 68: DamperDetail(240Rt)

    14.1.7 Damper Detail (240RT) 19744 Spring, Compression 19403 Bushing,Nylon,3/4” 19581 Bolt,Hex,Flanged,5/16‑18x1” 19318 Nut, Hex, Flanged, 5/16-18 23673-00 Assembly, Body 23662-00 Assembly, Rod 19070 Pin,1/2”x1‑1/4” 19237 Pin, Spring 19748 Pin,Hitch,1/2”x4”EffectiveLength...
  • Page 69 NOTES...

  • Page 70: 375Rt Seed Tender

    14.2 375RT SEED TENDER...

  • Page 72: TurretDetail(375Rt)

    14.2.1 Turret Detail (375RT)

  • Page 73: TurretDetail(Continued)(375Rt)

    14.2.2 Turret Detail (Continued) (375RT)

  • Page 74: SideViewDetail(375Rt)

    14.2.3 Side View Detail (375RT)

  • Page 75: UndercarriageDetail(375Rt)

    14.2.4 Undercarriage Detail (375RT)

  • Page 76: SlideGateDetail(375Rt)

    14.2.5 Slide Gate Detail (375RT)

  • Page 77: SlideGate(Continued)(375Rt)

    14.2.6 Slide Gate (Continued) (375RT) 23601-00 Housing Weldment 23604-00 Guide, Gate, Right, UHMW 23606-00 Guide, Gate, End, UHMW 23605-00 Guide, Gate, Left, UHMW 23612-00 Weldment, Gate, Bottom 19699 Screw,SelfDrilling,#8‑32x1/2” 23656-00 Weldment, Gate, Top 19775 Pin,Clevis,3/8”x1‑17/64”EffectiveLength 19325 Bolt,Hex,3/8‑16x1” 19564 Nut, Hex, Flanged, 3/8-16 19795 Pin,Cotter,SquareCutType,ExtendedProng,1/8”x1”...

  • Page 78: DamperDetail(375Rt)

    14.2.7 Damper Detail (375RT) 19744 Spring, Compression 19403 Bushing,Nylon,3/4” 19581 Bolt,Hex,Flanged,5/16‑18x1” 19318 Nut, Hex, Flanged, 5/16-18 23673-00 Assembly, Body 23662-00 Assembly, Rod 19070 Pin,1/2”x1‑1/4” 19237 Pin, Spring 19748 Pin,Hitch,1/2”x4”EffectiveLength...
  • Page 79 NOTES...

  • Page 80: Conveyor(6")80624

    14.3 CONVEYOR (6”) 80624...

  • Page 82: Pan Detail

    14.3.1 Pan Detail 20.3 20.7...

  • Page 83: Tube Detail

    14.3.2 Tube Detail...

  • Page 84: Discharge Hood Detail

    14.3.3 Discharge Hood Detail...
  • Page 85 NOTES...

  • Page 86: Conveyor(8")80622

    14.4 CONVEYOR (8”) 80622...

  • Page 88: Pan Detail

    14.4.1 Pan Detail...

  • Page 89: Tube Detail

    14.4.2 Tube Detail...

  • Page 90: Discharge Hood Detail

    14.4.3 Discharge Hood Detail...

  • Page 91: Bumper Hitch Trailer

    14.5 Bumper Hitch Trailer...

  • Page 92: Bumper Hitch Trailer

    14.5.1 Bumper Hitch Trailer...

  • Page 93: Bumper Hitch Trailer

    14.5.2 Bumper Hitch Trailer...

  • Page 94: Bumper Hitch Trailer

    14.6 BUMPER HITCH TRAILER...
  • Page 96 PH: 403.320.7070 PH: 712.732.1780 PH: 204.325.7883 TF: 800.830.2467 TF: 800.661.1436 TF: 800.437.2334 TF: 800.665.7259 FX: 780.672.4759 FX: 403.320.7579 FX: 712.732.1028 FX: 204.325.5556 PrintedinUS(04/2012) © 2013 Meridian Manufacturing Group. Registered Trademarks Used Under License. Printed In US (01/2012) Form No. 19792...

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