Always use your serial number when requesting information or when ordering parts. HOW TO READ YOUR SERIAL NUMBER EXAMPLE: SXI17865201 Model Type / Model Year / Model / Sequence Of Build 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...
Owner’s Registration Form. PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST DELIVERY CHECK LIST After the New Meyer Spreader has been completely The following check list is an important reminder of set-up, check to be certain it is in correct running order valuable information that MUST be passed on to the before delivering it to the customer.
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 “Owner / Operator’s Manual &...
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.
5.0 SAFETY The Meyer SXI Spreader is manufactured with operator safety in mind. Located on the spreader are various safety signs to aid in operation and warn of danger or caution areas. Pay close attention to all safety signs on the spreader.
When towing the spreader on public roads a safety chain of sufficient strength to support, along the line of travel, the gross weight of the spreader must be used. (See Maximum Load Weight Chart in the Transporting Section). The safety chain should be attached per diagram in the Transportation Section. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 14 - PB-SXI...
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.
PART NO. 46-8500-7 PART NO. 46-0004-2 PART NO. 46-3600-9 DANGER ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD SHIELD IS OFF. CLOSE OR REPLACE SHIELD BEFORE OPERATING. 46-0001-26 PART NO. 46-0001-26 PART NO. 46-3600-2 (Located Under Shield) (Located Under Shield) Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 16 - PB-SXI...
Page 17
LEFT SIDE OF SPREADER 46-8865-4 PART NO. 46-8865-4 DANGER Rotating Augers Disconnect and Lock Out Power Before Entering Box to Service. 46-0001-5 PART NO. 46-0001-5 WARNING ROTATING DRIVE LINE CAN CRUSH AND DISMEMBER DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT SHIELD PART NO. 46-8500-7 IN PLACE DISCONNECT AND LOCKOUT POWER SOURCE BEFORE ADJUSTING...
Page 18
CAN CRUSH AND DISMEMBER DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT SHIELD IN PLACE DISCONNECT AND LOCKOUT POWER SOURCE BEFORE ADJUSTING OR SERVICING UNIT. FAILURE TO HEED WILL RESULT IN DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY 46-3600-9 PART NO. 46-3600-9 Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 18 - PB-SXI...
Page 19
FRONT HITCH OF SPREADER PART NO. 46-3600-6 WARNING CRUSHING HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death: Keep hands and body out of hitch area when attaching towing vehicle. Keep body clear of crush point between towing vehicle and load. 46-0800-6 PART NO.
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 - 20 - PB-SXI...
6.0 PRE-OPERATION DO NOT allow anyone to operate, service, inspect or otherwise handle this spreader 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 spreader is securely fastened to the tractor / truck.
This will operate signal, tail, clearance and brake lights. NOTE: Depending on make and model of the truck, it may be necessary to install a light converter. (Meyer part #56-0028). The converter allows signal lights and brake lights to operate according to DOT Lighting Standards.
A (MIN) the standard 16" or 20” drawbar & PTO relationship will ensure that the PTO drive shaft will not become over- B (MAX) extended. WITH INITIAL HOOK-UP TO YOUR NEW MEYER SPREADER TEST TRAVEL TURNING EQUIPMENT IN BOTH DIRECTIONS OBSERVING THE...
Always keep all shields and guards in place and securely fastened. Keep hands, feet and clothing away. 6.7.1 Start-Up Enter the tractor or truck and start the engine. Slowly engage the PTO and operate at idle speed. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 24 - PB-SXI...
6.7.2 Shut-Down Disengage the PTO. Park the tractor / truck on a flat, level surface. Engage the parking brake, stop the engine and exit the tractor or truck. 6.8 OPERATIONAL CHECKS Shutoff and lockout power before performing machine service, adjusting, maintaining, or clearing an obstruction from this machine. Refer to section 5.3 SHUTOFF &...
• Avoid traveling on slopes or hills that are unsafe. • Keep towing vehicle in gear at all times. • Never exceed a safe travel speed (which may be less than 20 MPH.). Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 26 - PB-SXI...
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 and do not operate on public roads until you are able to travel with the safety chain properly installed.
Releasing The Brakes - Release the tractor brake pedal to release the brakes. At no time should the brake system be used as a parking brake. With loss of hydraulic pressure, the brakes will lose their holding power. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 28 - PB-SXI...
7.0 OPERATION DO NOT allow anyone to operate, service, inspect or otherwise handle this spreader 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 spreader, look in all directions and make sure no bystanders, especially small children are in the work area.
Refer to section 5.3 SHUTOFF & LOCKOUT POWER. NOTE: Unloading is best observed from the operator’s seat. 1. Move the tractor / truck and spreader to the unloading area. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 30 - PB-SXI...
2. Mechanical Driven Spreader: When you are ready to begin spreading application on the field, open the rear gate and slowly engage the tractor PTO clutch. This can be done while traveling forward to avoid a heavier application of liquid manure at the edge of the field than desired. Hydraulically Controlled Augers (Optional): When you are ready to begin spreading application on the field, open the rear gate and slowly engage...
7.3 SHEAR SPROCKET The Meyer Spreader you have received has been equipped with a shear sprocket design on the main auger drive sprockets. The augers are being driven by two allen head grade 8 bolts. The design is such that if the bolts are sheared another set of holes to install new shear bolts will always be accessible without turning over the machine.
7.5 UNHOOKING THE TRACTOR 1. Park the implement on level ground. Put the tractor controls in neutral, set the parking brake, and turn the engine off before dismounting. 2. Place wheel chocks in front and in back of the implement wheels on opposite sides to prevent the implement from rolling after the tractor is unhooked.
8.0 MAINTENANCE 8.1 LUBRICATION Shutoff and lockout power before performing machine service, adjusting, maintaining, or clearing an obstruction from this machine. Refer to section 5.3 SHUTOFF & LOCKOUT POWER. Fluid such as hydraulic fluid, grease, etc., must be disposed of in an environmentally safe manner.
Take apart occasionally to make sure adequate lubrication is being added. Take apart each season to be cleaned with solvent and re-coated with grease before re-assembling. Add 2-3 pumps of grease to the shield bearings. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 36 - PB-SXI...
Page 37
SHIELDS REMOVED FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY. Grease (2) PTO input shaft bearings. The bearings are accessible on the left side of the PTO cover shield. Grease (6) bearings on the right hand side drive shaft. The front and second bearings are grease line fitted to the right front side grease bank.
Be careful not to over grease and force the seal out of the back side of the hub. Grease (2) T-post hold down sleeve zerks located above the cross channel on the underside of the spreader. The zerks are located on the front and the rear of the sleeve. Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 38 - PB-SXI...
8.1.5 Automatic Chain Oiler Shutoff and lockout power before performing machine service, adjusting, maintaining, or clearing an obstruction from this machine. Refer to section 5.3 SHUTOFF & LOCKOUT POWER. Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can have sufficient force to cause injury. Keep all hoses and connections in good serviceable condition.
8.2.3 PTO Cutout Clutch Connection The cutout clutch end of the PTO driveline must always be attached to the implement. The PTO driveline is equipped with a 1-3/4 x 20 spline on the implement half for attaching to the spreader. Remove the M17-hexagon bolt from the splined hub and slide the PTO onto the implement splined input shaft.
“THE MAINTENANCE COUNCIL” #T0410. IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS CALL WALTHER ENG. & MFG. COMPANY INC. (937) 743-8125. Tire Inflation TIRE SIZE 21.5L-16.1 28L-26 425/65 x 22.5 used truck 550/45 x 22.5 600/50 x 22.5 Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 42 - PB-SXI...
LOCKOUT / TAGOUT the machine / spreader when preparing for storage. (See 5.3 SHUTOFF & LOCKOUT POWER on page 20.) Sometimes it may be necessary to store your Meyer spreader for an extended period of time. Below is a list of items to perform before storage.
Place the equipment flat on the ground. 8.5 RETURNING THE SPREADER TO SERVICE After the Meyer spreader has been in storage, it is necessary to follow a list of items to return the equipment to service. • Be sure all shields and guards are in place.
Instructions sheets may be provided with your parts order. Otherwise, if available, instruction sheets can be e-mailed or faxed for you convenience. Call Meyer Manufacturing Corporation toll free at 1-800-325-9103 or email sales@meyermfg.com. NOTE: Be environmentally friendly and dispose of any waste materials properly. Recycle when appropriate.
BERMA FRONT GEARBOX USE SAE 90 EP SXI-P-012 Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 52 - PB-SXI...
Page 53
KEY PART NUMBER QTY DESCRIPTION 19-0211 Berma Front Gearbox (Prior to SN SXI19720201) 19-0214 Berma Front Gearbox (SN SXI19720201 & Later) 19-0204-1 Housing 19-0204-3 Gear 19-0201-4 Snap Ring 19-0211-1 Hub (Prior to SN SXI19720201) 19-0214-1 Hub (SN SXI19720201 & Later) 19-0204-4 Bearing 19-0204-5...
Page 57
KEY PART NUMBER QTY DESCRIPTION 913-3701 Nylon Bushing 925-3766 Front Auger Bushing Assembly 925-0530 Right Auger Tightener Arm Assembly 925-0530-1 Right Auger Tightener Arm Weldment 912-0016-1 Nylon Roller 921-0005 1-1/2” Set Collar 910-0100 Shear Sprocket Welded Assembly 831-5618-1.50-SL 9/16-18 x 1-1/2” Socket Head Screw (Standard Protection) 831-6318-1.50 5/8-18 x 1-1/2”...
Page 61
KEY PART NUMBER QTY DESCRIPTION 924-0523 Left Front Panel See Page 86 2 Quart Tank 956-3804 Jack 925-0518 Left Side Panel Assembly 924-0518-1 Left Side Panel 924-0515-2 Stainless Steel Shield Hinge 802T-2520-.63Z 1/4-20 x 5/8” Truss Head Machine Screw Zink 815-2520-Z 1/4-20 Nylon Insert Lock Nut 924-0504...
Page 63
KEY PART NUMBER QTY DESCRIPTION 926-0504 Left Auger Weldment (720) 926-0501 Left Auger Weldment (865) 925-3773 T-Post Weldment 925-3771-4 Auger Hold Down Collar 925-3864-1 Auger Ring Hold Down Nylon Bearing 881-7510-1.5 3/4-10 x 1-1/2” Machine Bolt 822-0075-Z 3/4” Split Lock Washer 926-3701-2-1 Rear Splined Sleeve With Washer Welded Assembly 926-3701-1...
Page 65
KEY PART NUMBER QTY DESCRIPTION 637-0004 Polyurethane Coupling Rod 901-13811 Upper Coupling Hub Weldment 901-0558-8 Right Spinner Tooth (Prior to SN SXI17720214) 901-0562-2 Right Spinner Tooth (SN SXI17720214 & Later) 881-6311-2Z 5/8-11 x 2” Machine Bolt (Prior to SN SXI18720235) 881-6311-2Z 5/8-11 x 2”...
Page 75
KEY PART NUMBER QTY DESCRIPTION 901-0514-1 Left O-Beam Weldment (Standard 720) 901-0503-1 Left O-Beam Weldment (Hi-Float Package) (Standard 865) (Optional 720) 901-0704-1 Left O-Beam Weldment (720 With 4 Brake System) 901-0572-1 Left O-Beam Weldment (720 With Scales Only) 901-0604-1 Left O-Beam Weldment (865 With 4 Brake System Only) 901-0606-1 Left O-Beam Weldment (865 With 4 Brake System Only) 901-0513-1...
O-BEAMS & REAR GREASE HOSES FRONT FRONT LEFT RIGHT SPINNER SPINNER O-BEAMS BOTTOM VIEW REAR REAR TRUCK MOUNT HOSE ROUTING ONLY SPINNERS BOTTOM VIEW TRAILER MOUNT HOSE ROUTING ONLY 3RD AUGER-REAR FRONT VIEW KEY PART NUMBER QTY DESCRIPTION 155-02R7-59-1 O-Beam Inner Bearing 1/8” x 47” Grease Hose Assembly (720 Only) 155-02R7-59-1 O-Beam Inner Bearing 1/8”...
STANDARD HYDRAULICS FRONT HOSES FRONT OF SPREADER FRONT PANEL DETAILED VIEW OF CLAMP ASSEMBLY SXI-P-017 Meyer Manufacturing Corporation - 84 - PB-SXI...
Page 85
KEY PART NUMBER QTY DESCRIPTION 55-0330 3/8” x 80” Hydraulic Pipe (720) (Prior to SN SXI17720207) 55-0334 1/2” x 80” Hydraulic Pipe (720) (SN SXI17720207 & Later) 55-0328 3/8” x 120” Hydraulic Pipe (865) (Prior to SN SXI17720207) 55-0333 1/2” x 120” Hydraulic Pipe (865) (SN SXI17720207 & Later) 55-0328 3/8”...
Page 93
KEY PART NUMBER QTY DESCRIPTION 58-0022 GT 400 Monitor 58-0016-SP NT 460 Monitor 58-0020 6 Point J-Box 58-0008 6 Point J-Box With Monitor Cable 58-0024 Front Hitch Weigh Bar, 2.875 58-0026 Spindle Load Cell, 2.875 56-0236 Monitor To Auxiliary Power Cord Assembly 56-0204 12V Male Plug Auxiliary Power Cord Assembly 56-0136...
Page 95
KEY PART NUMBER QTY DESCRIPTION 925-0509 Gearbox Torque Arm Weldment See Page 54 Second Reduction Drive See Page 52 Berma Front Gearbox See Page 50 First Reduction And Spinner Drive 923-0511 Adapter Shaft 901-0575 Motor To Gearbox Mount Weldment See Page 98 Hydraulic Driven Auger Hydraulic Schematic See Page 50 #80-116 O-Ring Roller Chain Including Connector...
HYDRAULIC DRIVEN AUGER FRONT HOSES Case Drain Bulkhead Return Pressure Inlet Pressure Return Outlet Case Drain KEY PART NUMBER QTY DESCRIPTION 155-6400-8-8 Straight Adapter 155-8010-15 Male Tip 1/2” Body Size 55-0346 3/8” Male Flat Face Quick Coupler 155-6400-06-06 Straight Adapter 155-08R17-89-1 1/2”...
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 112
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...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the SXI 720 Series and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers