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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION AND PARTS BOOK - Rev. K2 HEAVY DUTY MANURE SPREADERS MODEL: VB440 DO NOT – Operate This Spreader Until You Have Completely Read This Book! – Repair or Clean This Spreader While PTO NEVER is Engaged! Manufactured in DORCHESTER, WISCONSIN by MEYER’S EQUIPMENT...
- Page 2 425-65R x 22.5 600/55 x 26.5 19L x 16.1 10 Ply Tire Size (Optional) Flotation Tires Flotation Tires PTO Speed Optional 540 RPM or 1000 RPM Min. Tractor Horsepower 135 HP Min. Hydraulic Flow 10 GPM MODEL: VB440 Page 2...
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Page 3: Introduction
HAVE BEEN REMOVED FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY. FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. Contact Information Meyer’s Equipment Mfg. Corp. P.O. Box 406 Dorchester, WI 54425 Phone: (715)-654-5200 Fax: (715)-654-5558 Email: emcdorchester@tds.net Page 3 MODEL: VB440... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
WHEEL AND TIRE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ....................18 LOCK RING RIM ..............................18 REAR-AUTOMATIC OVER RUNNING CLUTCH ....................18 MANDATORY SAFETY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE ................... 18 ADJUSTMENTS ..............................19 LUBRICATION ..............................19 CLEANING AND STORAGE ..........................21 MODEL: VB440 Page 4... - Page 5 STANDARD HIGHWAY LIGHTING ......................... 50 HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY, END GATE ........................52 HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY, APRON, STANDARD ....................... 54 HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY, APRON, ELECTRIC FLOW CONTROL ................56 HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY, APRON, MANUAL FLOW CONTROL ................58 LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT ......................... 60 Page 5 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 6: Safety
CAUTION: IF ANY SAFETY SIGN BECOMES UNREADABLE FOR ANY REASON, THE SIGN MUST BE REPLACED WITH A NEW SIGN. IF THE SPREADER IS REPAINTED, ALL SAFETY SIGNS MUST BE REPLACED. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR MEYER’S EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING CORP. IF YOU REQUIRE ANY SHIELD OR SIGNS FOR REPLACEMENT. MODEL: VB440 Page 6... - Page 7 CAUTION: IF ANY SAFETY SIGN BECOMES UNREADABLE FOR ANY REASON, THE SIGN MUST BE REPLACED WITH A NEW SIGN. IF THE SPREADER IS REPAINTED, ALL SAFETY SIGNS MUST BE REPLACED. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR MEYER’S EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING CORP. IF YOU REQUIRE ANY SHIELD OR SIGNS FOR REPLACEMENT. Page 7 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 8: Safety Signs
CAUTION: IF ANY SAFETY SIGN BECOMES UNREADABLE FOR ANY REASON, THE SIGN MUST BE REPLACED WITH A NEW SIGN. IF THE SPREADER IS REPAINTED, ALL SAFETY SIGNS MUST BE REPLACED. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR MEYER’S EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING CORP. IF YOU REQUIRE ANY SHIELD OR SIGNS FOR REPLACEMENT. MODEL: VB440 Page 8... -
Page 9: Safety Signs
CAUTION: IF ANY SAFETY SIGN BECOMES UNREADABLE FOR ANY REASON, THE SIGN MUST BE REPLACED WITH A NEW SIGN. IF THE SPREADER IS REPAINTED, ALL SAFETY SIGNS MUST BE REPLACED. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR MEYER’S EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING CORP. IF YOU REQUIRE ANY SHIELD OR SIGNS FOR REPLACEMENT. Page 9 MODEL: VB440... -
Page 10: Manure Spreader Safety
Pressure From The Hydraulic System Before Connecting Or Disconnecting The Lines Or Making Repairs. Check All Hoses and Fittings Before Start-up and Periodically During Operation. Never Make Any Alterations Or Modifications To This Equipment. FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH MODEL: VB440 Page 10... -
Page 11: Mandatory Safety Shutdown Procedure
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR NEW SPREADER BE SURE TO READ THIS OWNERS MANUAL AND FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE MACHINE!! OBSERVE THE PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL FOR SAFE OPERATION OF THIS MACHINE!! Page 11 MODEL: VB440... -
Page 12: Pre-Operation
REQUIREMENTS WRONG The spreader is designed to be operated by a 1000 TRACTOR RPM PTO tractor output (Standard). MASTER SHIELD ELEMENT INPUT DRIVELINE (IID) WRONG FIGURE 2. PTO ALIGNMENT FIGURE 1. TRACTOR DRAWBAR & PTO SPECIFICATION MODEL: VB440 Page 12... -
Page 13: Tractor Size Requirements
Figure 4. 3. The Standard system utilizes tractor lever flow control. This system requires that the tractor have an adjustable flow control lever (rabbit/turtle) operated valve, there is no adjustable flow control valve on the spreader. Page 13 MODEL: VB440... - Page 14 FIGURE 6. CONVERTING TRACTOR LEVER OPERATED FLOW CONTROL TO OPEN CENTER 2. Connect the electrical leads to the tractor’s 12VDC power source. 3. When hooking up the spreader, connect the controller to the motorized control valve at the “twist-lock” connector. MODEL: VB440 Page 14...
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Page 15: Transporting
A SAFETY CHAIN SHOULD BE INSTALLED TO RETAIN THE CONNECTION BETWEEN GRAB HOOK W/LATCH TRACTOR (OR OTHER TOWING VEHICLE) AND SPREADER WHENEVER TRAVELING ON PUBLIC ROADS. A SUGGESTED AT- SUGGESTED SAFETY CHAIN INSTALLATION TACHMENT IS ILLUSTRATED. Page 15 MODEL: VB440... -
Page 16: Operation
NOTICE! The spreader apron circuit has a check valve in it so that the apron may not be operated in the wrong direction. If the hoses are reversed, the apron will not operate and the hoses should be switched. MODEL: VB440 Page 16... -
Page 17: Unloading
3. Once the end gate is Fully Open and the PTO is up to speed, engage the apron. 4. For standard non flow control systems, regulate the apron speed with the tractor hydraulic system adjustable flow control lever (rabbit/turtle icons). Page 17 MODEL: VB440... -
Page 18: Maintenance, Adjustments & Lubrication
Failure to follow the above procedure could lead to death or serious bodily 1. If the PTO drive becomes over loaded, the clutch injury. will disengage, causing an audible clattering noise. MODEL: VB440 Page 18... -
Page 19: Adjustments
Grease the bearing at the front of the driveline connecting to the PTO shaft. Grease bearing one pump every 8 hours. Figure 13. UNDERNEATH Grease Pivot Hitch 2 pumps every 8 hours, each FIGURE 13. grease zerk. Figure 13. Page 19 MODEL: VB440... - Page 20 Special attention should be paid to lubricating the constant velocity PTO drive shaft assembly. See figure15. CV BALL & SOCKET, 1-2 PUMPS EVERY 8 HRS. CV CENTER HOUSING, 4 PUMPS EVERY 24 HRS. OF OPERATION FIGURE 15. PTO LUBRICATION MODEL: VB440 Page 20...
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Page 21: Cleaning And Storage
6. This is a good time to inspect all adjustments and check for parts that need repair or replacement. Performing these tasks now will guarantee that the spreader is ready for use at the beginning of the next season Page 21 MODEL: VB440... -
Page 22: Repair Parts
REPAIR PARTS MAIN FRAME & BOX PARTS MODEL: VB440 Page 22... - Page 23 DESCRIPTION E30067-L ROCK WING, 59”, LH E30067-R ROCK WING, 59”, RH VB-00131B GEARBOX GUARD, VB, BACK PANEL VB-00173-440 GEARBOX GUARD, VB440, MAIN PANEL VB-500-10 TORQUE ARM / GEARBOX MOUNT VB-00132 DEFLECTOR, BELT, 12” x 78-3/4” VB440-VB750-4-2 BELTING ANGLE, BOLT-ON E30158 FLOOR HOLD DOWN, 78-1/2”...
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Page 24: Hydraulic End Gate & Related Parts
HYDRAULIC END GATE & RELATED PARTS MODEL: VB440 Page 24... - Page 25 HYDRAULIC END GATE & RELATED PARTS PART NO. DESCRIPTION VB-00027-440 Gate, End Only E00037-440 Belt, Side End Gate, 7” x 34” E00090-07 Hydraulic Cylinder E00036-09 Belt, Bottom End Gate End Gate Insert 1/2” x 24-3/4” x 71” Poly E20128-440 Page 25 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 26: Jack Assembly
JACK ASSEMBLY PART NO. DESCRIPTION E00053-11 Jack Assembly E00057-11 Weld on Mount MODEL: VB440 Page 26... - Page 27 (This Page Intentionally Blank) Page 27 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 28: Axles, Wheels, Spindles And Related Parts - Single Axle
AXLES, WHEELS, SPINDLES AND RELATED PARTS – SINGLE AXLE MODEL: VB440 Page 28... - Page 29 Wheel (Standard), 10” x 20” For 1600R-20 Tires Wheel (Optional), 26.5 x 20” For 600/55 Tires VB-00149 E00182 Pin, Cotter E00183 Nut, Wheel Stud E00184 Stud, Wheel E00185 Hub Cap Bolts E00186 Gaskets E00174-VB Cup, Inside, 33462 E00175 Cup, Outside, 453A Page 29 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 30: Axles, Wheels, Spindles And Related Parts - Tandem Axle
AXLES, WHEELS, SPINDLES AND RELATED PARTS – TANDEM AXLE MODEL: VB440 Page 30... - Page 31 Wheel (Standard), 22.5”x13.5” for 425-65R Tire E22142 E00132 Pin, Cotter E01699 Nut, Wheel Stud E00159 Stud, Wheel E00185 Hub Cab Bolts E00186 Gaskets E00149 Cup, Inside, 382-A E01691 Cup, Outside, LM501310 E00AX425 Bushing, Bronze E00WS15 Guide, Poly Page 31 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 32: Drive Train, Vertical Beaters
DRIVE TRAIN, VERTICAL BEATERS MODEL: VB440 Page 32... - Page 33 VB-00030 BCMP M Connector 3/16T x 1/8M Comp - Straight VB-00031 BCMP MELBW 3/16T x 1/8M Brass Comp 90° VB-00129 Guard, VB Driveshaft Bolt ** Shaft Guards are Cut to Order, Call w/ Length, 2” ID. Page 33 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 34: Apron And Related Parts, Standard 67P11
APRON AND RELATED PARTS, STANDARD 67P11 **Tightener Kits (Item# 25, 26, 27, 28) Include Weldment (Item# 21, 22, 23, or 24) Plus All Hardware For Their Location. MODEL: VB440 Page 34... - Page 35 HCS, Ø3/4”-10 X 2-3/4”, GR5 13364 HCS, Ø5/8”-11 x 2”, GR5 13827 Washer, Plain, Ø3/4” 33017 Washer, Plain, Ø5/8” 33090 Nut, Ø5/8”-11, Nylock 37036 37048 Nut, Ø1-1/8”-7, GR2 Nylock E02034 Roller, Nylon, Ø4-1/2” E02035 Cotter Pin Page 35 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 36: Lube Bank, Apron Shaft
LUBE BANK, APRON SHAFT MODEL: VB440 Page 36... - Page 37 VB-00031 BCMP MELBW 3/16" T x 1/8 M Brass Comp 90° Elbow 66270 Steel Coupler 1/8" Blk E20733-06 2 Nipple, Sch 40, 1/8NPT x 4” Blk 3/16” Copper Tubing, 34” E22449 3/16” Copper Tubing, 57” E22450 Page 37 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 38: Vertical Beater Head Assembly
VERTICAL BEATER HEAD ASSEMBLY MODEL: VB440 Page 38... - Page 39 BEARING, 1307 E 3462 O-RING, 176 7724 COVER PLATE 3435 CIRCLIP, I 80 1799 NUT, M14 9859 THREADED BAR, M14x80 14565 COVER 9113 NUT, M16x1.5 14112 KNIFE 9114 SCREW, M16x40, HEX-HD 14566 LUBRICATION KIT (See Separate Listing) Page 39 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 40: Vertical Beater Gearbox & Related Parts
VERTICAL BEATER GEARBOX & RELATED PARTS MODEL: VB440 Page 40... - Page 41 9509 SHAFT 3342 BEARING, 6208 9537 OIL SEAL, 48/80/10 12150 OUTPUT, COMPLETE 9500 PINION, Z=16, 540 RPM OPTION 9476 PINION, Z=13, 1000 RPM OPTION 9538 INPUT, COMPLETE, 540 RPM OPTION 12150 INPUT, COMPLETE, 1000 RPM OPTION Page 41 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 42: Vertical Beater Lubrication Kit
VERTICAL BEATER LUBRICATION KIT MODEL: VB440 Page 42... - Page 43 VERTICAL BEATER LUBRICATION KIT PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION 14567 Copper Plated Steel Pipe 9587 Pipe Clip 9586 Rivet, Ø3.5x8 9578 Fitting 9579 Compression Cone Terminal, Ø1/8” Gas 9583 9581 Lubrication Block 3414 Grease Fitting, MB10 12110 Complete 90° Terminal Page 43 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 44: Apron Drive Gearbox
APRON DRIVE GEARBOX MODEL: VB440 Page 44... - Page 45 VB-00052 9175 Oil Level Indic Ø1” Glass VB-00053 1831 VB-00054 Plug 8625 VB-00055 Plug 8243 VB-00056-440 Oil Seal 75/115/10 9983 VB-00058 Cover 9976 VB-00057-9977 Gasket 9977 VB-00059 Screw Hex-Hd M8 x 16 3284 VB-00060 Gasket 8671 Page 45 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 46: Removable Cv Telescoping Universal Joint Assembly With Guard, Trailer To Tractor
13 E00465 35E Cross Kit, 03-15303 14 E00474-11 Yoke, 35361-1013 REF 245-25785 Complete PTO 35E Cat. 6 80EBL REF 245-25786 Complete PTO 35E Cat. 6 80EBL REF 245-27515 Complete PTO 35E Cat. 6 80EBL, 540 RPM MODEL: VB440 Page 46... -
Page 47: Universal Joint, Telescoping Assembly W/ Guard - Rear With Over-Running Clutch
Guard Repair Kit E00458 Safety Sign 97-25787 Outer Guard 96-25787 Inner Guard VB-00071 Safety Sign 98-25787 Yoke, Tube & Slip Sleeve VB-00065 Yoke 38-52105 Overrunning Clutch Assembly (See Separate Listing) 242-25787 Complete PTO 35 EBL w/ Guards Page 47 MODEL: VB440... -
Page 48: Yoke & Clutch Hub Assembly
Wave Spring 38-30077 Overrunning Inner Hub 11-15081 Setscrew 12-11018 Ball, Ø.250 11-15136 Washer 24-15133 Retaining Ring 06-13492 Hub Clamp Assembly 80401-1000 Overrunning Hub 11-15134 Overrunning Key 23-15056 Leaf Spring 38-20044 Yoke & Clutch Hub Assembly, Complete MODEL: VB440 Page 48... - Page 49 Bolt, M10-1.5 X 18 LG CL10.9 80461-1000 Housing 80661-1005 Disconnect Driver 11-15445 Drive Wedge 06-15572 Wedge Ring 23-15061 Spring 20-15157 Compression Plate 11-15407 O-Ring 24-15143 Retaining Ring 11-15288 O-Ring 24-15144 Retaining Ring REF 38-52105 Clutch Pack, Complete Page 49 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 50: Standard Highway Lighting
LIGHT BRACKET, RH 3465-VB750-11L LIGHT BRACKET, LH 54209-006 DUAL LIGHT, LH 54209-020 DUAL LIGHT, RH 002430 HARNESS, FRONT, w/ 7-PIN PLUG and 4-FLAT, 30’ 002515 HARNESS, REAR, 15’ x 2 802651 RED LENS 802650 AMBER LENS MODEL: VB440 Page 50... - Page 51 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK. Page 51 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 52: Hydraulic Assembly, End Gate
HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY, END GATE MODEL: VB440 Page 52... - Page 53 Hydraulic Hose, 6M3K-8FJX-8FJX, 110” (To Front Cylinder Port) Hydraulic Hose, 6M3K-8FJX-8FJX, 114” E00079 3/8" Hose Bracket E01591 Quick Coupler, 8010-4P E20329 Male JIC To FM JIC - 6500-8 HYDRAULIC HOSES MADE TO ORDER. PROVIDE DESCRIPTION WHEN ORDERING. Page 53 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 54: Hydraulic Assembly, Apron, Standard
HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY, APRON, STANDARD “A” PORT “B” PORT “A” PORT – PRESSURE, IN “B” PORT – RETURN, OUT MODEL: VB440 Page 54... - Page 55 CHECK VALVE, LT-8-O E21449 ADAPTER, 90°, M-JIC to M-ORB, 6801-8-12 E21450 ADAPTER, M-JIC to M-ORB, 6400-8-12 HOSE, 8M3K-8MP-8FJX45, 112” HOSE, 8M3K-8MP-8FJX, 112” HOSE, 8M3K-8FJX90S-8FJX, 261” HOSE, 8M3K-8FJX90S-8FJX, 252” HYDRAULIC HOSES MADE TO ORDER. PROVIDE DESCRIPTION WHEN ORDERING. Page 55 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 56: Hydraulic Assembly, Apron, Electric Flow Control
HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY, APRON, ELECTRIC FLOW CONTROL Port Connections on Page 50 Wiring Accessories: 24 - Cord Clamp 25 - Flat Plug Connector MODEL: VB440 Page 56... - Page 57 HOSE BRACKET, 8M3K HOSE, 8M3K-8MP-8FJX, 112” HOSE, 8M3K-8MP-8FJX45, 112” HOSE, 8M3K-8FJX-8FJX90S, 34” HOSE, 8M3K-8FJX-8FJX, 28” HOSE, 8M3K-8FJX90S-8FJX90S, 224” HOSE, 8M3K-8FJX90S-8FJX, 218” E00504 CORD CLAMP E00503-04 FLAT PLUG CONNECTOR HYDRAULIC HOSES MADE TO ORDER. PROVIDE DESCRIPTION WHEN ORDERING. Page 57 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 58: Hydraulic Assembly, Apron, Manual Flow Control
HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY, APRON, MANUAL FLOW CONTROL Port Connections on Page 50 MODEL: VB440 Page 58... - Page 59 HOSE, 8M3K-8FJX-8FJX90S, 34” HOSE, 8M3K-8FJX-8FJX, 28” HOSE, 8M3K-8FJX90S-8FJX, 218” HOSE, 8M3K-8FJX90S-8FJX90S, 224” HOSE, 8M3K-8MP-8FJX45, 112” HOSE, 8M3K-8MP-8FJX, 112” HOSE, FLOW CONTROL, 8G2-8MP-8FJX, 12” HOSE, FLOW CONTROL, 8G2-8MP-8FJX, 136” HYDRAULIC HOSES MADE TO ORDER. PROVIDE DESCRIPTION WHEN ORDERING. Page 59 MODEL: VB440...
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Page 60: Limited Warranty Statement
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT Meyer’s Equipment Mfg. Corp. warrants each new Meyer’s E.M.C. product to be free from: defects in material and workmanship. This warranty is applicable only for the normal service life expectancy of the product or components, not to exceed 12 consecutive months from the date of delivery of the new Meyer’s E.M.C.
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