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  • Page 1 Blaster ™ Operation and Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 3: Registration Data Sheet

    Registration Data Sheet Register your spreader at www.meyerproducts.com Owner Name____________________________________________________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________________________________________________________ City__________________________________________________________________________________________________ State/Province _____________________________________________________ Zip/Postal Code___________________________ Purchased From Company Name_______________________________________________________________________________ Contact Name___________________________________________________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________________________________________________________ City__________________________________________________________________________________________________ State/Province_____________________________________________________ Zip/Postal Code___________________________ Phone Number ( ________ ) _______________________________________________________________________________ E-mail________________________________________________________________________________________________ Date Purchased__________________________________________________________________________________________ Vehicle Make ___________________________ Vehicle Model_______________________________________________________ Vehicle Year____________________________ Spreader Model_______________________________________________________ Spreader Serial Number_____________________________________________________________________________________...
  • Page 4: Thank You

    Thank You… Thank you for buying your Meyer Spreader. As a new owner of hard-working, mechanical equipment, we strongly urge you to spend quality time with this owner’s manual. It’s easy to use and full of time-saving tips that will enhance your ownership experience.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Vehicle Requirements for Installation ....................10 Receiver Mount Installation/Assembly ...................12-13 Spreader Component Identification ....................14-17 Electrical Installation ......................... 18 Spreader Operation ........................19-20 Spreader Maintenance ........................21 Spreader Troubleshooting ........................22 Materials Chart ..........................23 Spreader Calibration ........................24-25 Accessories ..........................26-29 Warranty/Contact Meyer .......................30-31...
  • Page 6: Introduction / Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    Meyer Products LLC has published this WARNING: Deployment of an air bag while using manual to help you get the maximum a Meyer Spreader will not be covered under Meyer performance from your Meyer spreader and Products’ warranty. We also recommend that, for...
  • Page 7 Safety Definitions These safety alert decals are used to alert you of potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. DANGER Conveyor CAUTION This decal alerts all to the danger This decal cautions all to observe of serious personal injury or death general safety procedures when...
  • Page 8: Safety Definitions & Warnings

    Safety Definitions & Warnings NEVER stand or ride on the spreader. Failure to comply will result in death or serious injury. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from power driven parts. Failure to comply will result in death or serious injury. Make sure spreader is completely shut off and all movement has stopped before attempting to clean, service or unclog.
  • Page 9 WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Warranty does not apply to a Meyer spreader product which has been negligently or improperly assembled or installed. Failure to comply will result in property damage.
  • Page 10: Safety Decal Locations

    Safety Decal Locations These safety alert decals are used to alert you of potential personal WARNING Before operating READ and UNDERSTAND this operators manual in its entirety. injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow the symbol to WARNING NEVER operate equipment while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medications that might avoid possible injury or death.
  • Page 11 Safety Decal Locations CAUTION Never leave material in hopper for long periods of time. All ice melt materials will attract atmospheric moisture and may clump together. WARNING INSPECT pins and bolts whenever attaching, detaching, and before travel. All factory installed bolts utilize lock nuts however road and operational vibrations might loosen them.
  • Page 12: Vehicle Requirements For Installation

    Also, check your vehicle owner’s manual to be sure that the installation of “aftermarket” accessories will not void the manufacturers’ factory warranty. For installation Blaster 350 series spreaders: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - See pages 5-6 for definitions...
  • Page 13 Notes...
  • Page 14: Receiver Mount Installation/Assembly

    Receiver Mount Installation / Assembly INSTALLING RECEIVER MOUNT MODEL: 350/350S/750R/750RS The Blaster 350/350S/750R/750RS is a dedicated, 2", receiver (hitch) mount salt spreader. Prior to installation, be certain that the vehicle receiver is in good working order, is rated for at least a 500 lb. tongue load, and is fastened to the vehicle securely.
  • Page 15 Receiver Mount Installation / Assembly 7. Slowly slide spreader mounting tube into the vehicles receiver until the through holes in receiver match through holes in spreader. (See note below) 8. Insert the large hitch pin (40) through the receiver tube and spreader mounting tube. Secure with the cotter clip (40). WARNING –...
  • Page 16: Spreader Component Identification

    Spreader Component Identification Blaster 350/350S Note: 350S Auger Extension (17) must be removed when using salt only. If it is not removed this may cause the motor to stall.
  • Page 17 Spreader Component Identification Blaster 350/350S 350S 350S Item Part No. Part No. Qty. Description Item Part No. Part No. Qty. Description 32000 37000 Blaster Assembly 25 --------- 34601 • Baffle Plate 32100 32100 • Hopper Assembly 34401 34401 • Deflector 22729 22729 ••...
  • Page 18 Spreader Component Identification Blaster 750R/750RS Note: 750RS Auger Extension (17) must be removed when using salt only. If it is not removed this may cause the motor to stall.
  • Page 19 Spreader Component Identification Blaster 750R/750RS 750R 750RS 750R 750RS Item Part No. Part No. Qty. Description Item Part No. Part No. Qty. Description --------- 34601 • Baffle Plate 33750 39010 Blaster Assembly 33100 33100 • Hopper Assembly 34401 34401 • Deflector 34402 34402 •...
  • Page 20: Electrical Installation

    Electrical Installation - Blaster Spreaders 1. Locate the wire harness (38) and begin to route it from the rear of the vehicle to the front. The molded rubber plug indicates the rear of the harness, closest to the spreader. Use frame holes and frame supports as lashing points. Do not attach to fuel or brake lines.
  • Page 21: Spreader Operation

    Spreader Operation Before using the spreader read and understand all aspects of this operators manual. PREPARATION: CAUTION - Sweep area clear of foreign objects or obstacles that could cause personal injury. Keep other persons and animals out of area to be spread. SPREADER LOADING: Your spreader will come equipped with a cover that will protect your de-icing material from rain or snow;...
  • Page 22 Spreader Operation OPERATING THE SPREADER: The controller is equipped with a power on switch, blast switch, vibrate switch and rotary speed control. Once the ignition key is turned to the ON position, the controller face plate will illuminate white indicating that the controller is ready for operation.
  • Page 23: Spreader Maintenance

    CAUTION - The electric motor is sealed and should not be taken apart for any reason. Disassembly of the motor will void warranty. CAUTION – When replacing parts use only Meyer Products approved parts or risk voiding warranty. Use dielectric grease on all electrical connections, before and after each season and whenever the plugs are disconnected.
  • Page 24: Spreader Troubleshooting

    Spreader Troubleshooting If your spreader is not operating properly, take it to your local Meyer Products Distributor for maintenance or service. However, that is not always possible, so below on this page you will find a troubleshooting guide, which can assist you in determining the problem.
  • Page 25: Materials Chart

    Blaster 350/750 Materials Chart CALCIUM •* CHLORIDE FLAKES CALCIUM •* CHLORIDE PELLETS ROCK SALT WITH BEET JUICE ROCK SALT • (SMALL GRANULATION) • ROCK SALT • CALCIUM CHLORIDE ROCK CHIPS •* BAGGED ICE MELT LAVA ROCK EARLY CMA 50/50 • SAND/SALT MIX •...
  • Page 26: Spreader Calibration

    Spreader Calibration LANE MILE CALIBRATION (US) DISCHARGE RATE (pounds discharged per mile) TRAVEL SPEED AND COMPUTATION MULTIPLIER Discharge per Control Shaft RPM Discharge per 5 mph 10 mph 15 mph 20 mph 25 mph 30 mph 35 mph 40 mph 45 mph Minute (lb) Setting...
  • Page 27 Spreader Calibration PARKING LOT CALIBRATION (US) DISCHARGE RATE (pounds discharged per square foot) (lbs. discharged per sq. ft.) Shaft Spread Discharge Discharge Control Spread Pattern sq. ft. 5 mph 10 mph 15 mph 20 mph 5 mph 10 mph 15 mph 20 mph Pattern per Auger...
  • Page 28: Accessories

    Patented No-Leak Auger Kit (Course Material) Flow Gate Control This brush auger kit prevents course material like The Meyer Flow Gate control system allows the end-user free-flowing #2 rock salt from leaking through the to set the material flow rate based on the material being throat of the spreader.
  • Page 29 Kit used to mount a Blaster 750 and 750S to a flat bed vehicle. aspect of the tailgate spreader. To protect this invest- Part # 35400 ment, Meyer has developed a bolt-on heavy-duty tubular motor guard. For receiver hitch models, it also serves as a storage stand when spreader is removed from the vehicle.
  • Page 30 Lighting the work area behind the truck is becoming as impor- most reliable and convenient controller on the market. This tant as lighting the work area in front of the truck. Meyer offers lightweight and compact unit comes standard with many...
  • Page 31 Yellow, Black & White Primer is available in aerosol spray cans rotate the lever in a clockwise position. To stop material (12/case) and Meyer Yellow Brush Paint is available in 1 quart output, simply let go of the trigger. Spreads ice-melt, cans (4/case) that can be shipped via UPS.
  • Page 32: Warranty/Contact Meyer

    Meyer Products’ liability will be no more than the amount you paid...
  • Page 33 Spreader Frame, Mounting and Poly Hopper. Meyer Products will repair any product that proves to be defective in materials or workmanship. In the event repair is not possible or practical (as determined by Meyer Products in its sole discretion), Meyer Products will either replace the product with a new product of similar model and price, or refund the full purchase price, as determined by Meyer Products.
  • Page 34 Meyer Products, LLC 18513 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 44112 Meyer Spreaders are protected by one or more of the following patents: 6698997, Dealer/Distributor: CA 2,415,540 C, 7588195, 8448882, 8505837, 8523086, 8657208, 6186731, 6,793,154 B2, 6722590, 6715703, 6978952, 6932287, 8505838, 8827002, 5842649, CA 2,435,106 C, 6364598.

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