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Manual GRAIN CART MODEL O P E R A T O R ’ S M A N U A L J&M Manufacturing Co, Inc 284 Railroad Street - P.O. Box 547 | Fort Recovery, OH 45846 | Ph: (419) 375-2376 | Fax: (419) 375-2708 www.jm-inc.com...
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Stance Front Opposite Auger Side Auger Side Rear...
To the Dealer Read manual instructions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists are completed before releasing equipment to the owner. The dealer must complete the Warranty Registration found on the Dealer Portal website located at dealer.jm-inc.com and return it to J&M Mfg.
General Information TO THE OWNER: The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating and maintaining your grain cart in a safe manner. Read it carefully. It furnishes information and instructions that will help you achieve years of dependable performance and help maintain safe operating conditions. If this machine is used by an employee or is loaned or rented, make certain that the operator(s), prior to operating: 1.
Bolt Torque Chart Always tighten hardware to these values unless a different torque or tightening procedure is listed for specific application. Fasteners must always be replaced with the same grade as specified in the manual parts list. Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware. Make sure fastener threads are clean and you start thread engagement properly.
Decals ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged or Missing 12 Volt Active Lock-n-Load 12 Volt Active Active Lock-n-Load Active Close Gate To Fold Auger Close Gate To Fold Auger Description Part No. J&M Oval Decal (Large) 9-1/2” x 15” JM0015151 X-Tended Reach Decal JM0037663...
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Decals Description Part No. 15 1522 Auger Side Stripe Kit JM0050092 16 1522 Opposite Auger Side Stripe Kit JM0050091 17 Bullet Auger Decal AS JM0041315 18 Danger, Do Not Enter Grain Tank Decal JM0018033 19 Warning, Keep Lug Nuts Tightened Decal 1-5/8” x 4” JM0010150 20 www.jm-inc.com Decal JM0019239...
Safety Rules ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can be erased by an operator’s single careless act. In addition, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, judgment, and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment.
Initial Operation and Maintenance WARNING BE CERTAIN THAT ALL POWER IS SHUT OFF BEFORE SERVICING THE GRAIN CART. Before the grain cart is put into service: • Have the safety instructions been read and clearly understood by the operator(s) of this machine? •...
Operating Instructions VERY IMPORTANT: Under no circumstance is it recommended to tow a loaded grain cart in excess of 8 mph. WHEEL NUTS: Are the wheel nuts properly fastened? Torque to 640 Ft.-Lbs. for standard 22mm wheel studs and nuts. Wheel studs and nuts should be checked after each load during initial operation of the cart and then after every 10 hours of use.
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Operating Instructions Attach the hydraulic lines to the tractor. Two hydraulic lines (green band) operate the inside gate mechanism. Connect these lines to one service outlet on the tractor. Two hydraulic lines (yellow band) operate the folding mechanism of the auger. Connect these lines to a second service outlet on the tractor.
Lubrication Service Schedule IMPORTANT: Your grain cart has grease fittings at all critical points. These should be serviced before the grain cart is put into operation. WARNING BE CERTAIN THAT ALL POWER IS SHUT OFF BEFORE SERVICING THE GRAIN CART PTO &...
Routine Maintenance WARNING BE CERTAIN ALL POWER IS SHUT OFF WHEN SERVICING THE GRAIN CART • Repack the bearings in the hub assembly once a year or as needed. Use a good quality LS EP2 Severe Duty, High Shock Load, Lithium based Grease.
Leaner Setup Note: For carts with the tarp option, make sure the bolts that are highlighted in figure 1 are 3/8”-16 x 1” Gr5 Z Pan Head Bolts. Replace any other regular bolts in any location where the tarp may hit with a 3/8”-16 x 1” Gr5 Z Pan Head Bolt. Figure 1 Install the Corners •...
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Leaner Setup Unfolding the sideboards • With two people inside the grain cart, loosen the bolts in hole B and remove the bolts from hole D of each inside brace and fold out the side board. • Insert a 3/8”-16 x 1” Gr5 Z SF Hex Bolt and 3/8”-16 Gr5 Z SF Hex Nut into hole C of each inside brace. NOTE: Do not tighten the bolts Install Center Cross Brace •...
Adjusting the Lower and Upper Flighting WARNING MAKE SURE ALL POWER IS SHUT OFF BEFORE ADJUSTING THE FLIGHTING ASSEMBLY. LOWER FLIGHTING - If the drive dog and hanger assembly are becoming excessively hot during unloading, the lower flighting and/or hanger may need adjusting. The hanger bushing assembly has elongated holes where it attaches to the outer tube assembly. Loosen the two 1/2”...
Removing Dirt from the Restrictors on the Hydraulic Cylinder WARNING MAKE SURE THAT ALL POWER IS SHUT OFF AND THE UPPER AUGER TUBE IS IN THE DOWN POSITION BEFORE REMOVING THE RESTRICTORS Remove restrictors from the 90 degree street elbow on the tip spout hydraulic cylinder. Remove dirt from the fitting to allow hydraulic oil to flow through the restrictor.
Hitch and Jack Assembly Description Part No. 1”-8 x 5-1/2” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0002110 2-7/8” x 16-3/4” Non-Scale Hitch Bar JM0025227 1”-8 x 7” Gr8 YZ Hex Bolt JM0042653 Cast Iron Spade 2-1/4” Pin Hole JM0020529 Cast Iron Clevis (Bolt-On) 2-1/4” Pin Hole JM0020527 3/4”-16 x 2-1/2”...
Upper Auger Linkage Description Part No. Main Fold Link (22-1/2” x 7-7/16” x 1”) JM0034658 1/4” Diameter Snap Ring JM0001870 1-1/4” ID x 1-1/2” OD x 2” Long Sleeve Composite Bushing JM0021957 1-1/4” Pin Keeper (4-5/8” Lg) JM0035930 3/8”-16 x 1-1/4” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0016675 1”...
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Spout Assembly Description Part No. 1” OD 33/64” ID x 3/4” L Black UV Nylon Spacer JM0001962 M4-0.7 x 20 Gr8.8 Z Hex Bolt JM0049074 M4-0.7 Gr8.8 YZ Nylon Locking Hex Nut JM0049075 Telescoping Spout Main Linkage Rod JM0034363 1/2”-13 x 1-1/2” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0002100 5/16”...
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Hydraulic Hoses & Cylinders Description Part No. 2” x 36” Hydraulic Cylinder (JD236) JM0018523 Seal Kit for 2” x 36” Hydraulic Cylinder (JD472) JM0026544 1-3/4” x 4” Hydraulic Cylinder (1/2” Clevis and Tab Ends) (HC-FCS) JM0018564 Seal Kit for 1-3/4” x 4” Cylinder (SKHC-FCS) (JD459) JM0024892 1/4”...
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Hydraulic Hoses & Cylinders for Auto-Gate Shut-Off Description Part No. 2” x 36” Hydraulic Cylinder (JD236) JM0018523 Seal Kit for 2” x 36” Hydraulic Cylinder (JD472) JM0026544 1-3/4” x 4” Hydraulic Cylinder (1/2” Clevis and Tab Ends) (HC-FCS) JM0018564 Seal Kit for 1-3/4” x 4” Cylinder (SKHC-FCS) (JD459) JM0024892 1/4”...
Auto-Gate Shut-Off Assembly AUTO GATE ACTIVE Description Part No. 1/4”-20 x 3-1/2” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0046621 1/4”-20 Gr5 Z SF Hex Nut JM0001630 Auto-Gate Hydraulic Valve JM0026247 1/2” Male ORB x 3/8” Female NPT Swivel; 90 Degree Elbow JM0027285 3/8”...
Ladder Assembly Description Part No. 1/2”-13 x 1-1/2” Gr5 Z Hex Bolt JM0002100 1/2” ID, 1-3/8” OD Z Flat Washer JM0003082 1/2”-13 Gr2 Z Centerlock Hex Nut JM0001511 3/8”-16 x 1” Gr5 Z SF Hex Bolt JM0002092 3/8”-16 Gr5 Z SF Hex Nut JM0002152 Side Swing Ladder Mount Bracket JM0012865 Swing Out Ladder Adjustable Tab JM0020977...
Sideboards Rear Low Side High Side Front *-R = Red *-B = Blue *-G = Green *-Y = Yellow *-BLK = Black When requesting an item with color, end the part number with -R, -B, -G, -Y, or -BLK. (e.g. JM0000000-R)
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Sideboards Description Part No. Front Top Corner (1522) JM0007249 1522 Front Bottom Sideboard 149” x 19-1/2” JM0007235* Front Top Sideboard (149”) (1522) JM0007238* Back Bottom Sideboard (113” x 19-1/2”) (1522) JM0007239* Back Top Sideboard (113”) (1522) JM0007240* Back Side Bottom Triangle (1522) JM0007233* Back Corner Top Side Triangle (1522) JM0007241*...
Spring Return Assembly 11 12 Description Part No. 1/4”-20 Gr2 Z Centerlock Hex Nut JM0001505 Aluminum Spacer for Spring Return (1-3/8” x 2-3/16”) Rectangular JM0002445 1-1/4” Idler Pulley (1/4” ID) JM0002439 Large Spring Return Pully Spacer (2 Holes) JM0018897 1-5/8” Idler Pully (Long Spring Return) JM0012970 1/4”-20 x 1”...
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Roll Tarp Assembly Description Part No. Rear End Cap Plate for Glide Right - Leaner Large 121-5/8” JM0045319 3/8”-16 Gr2 Z Centerlock Hex Nut JM0001512 3/8”-16 x 1” Gr5 Z SF Hex Bolt JM0002092 Rear End Cap Plate for Glide Right - Leaner Small 45-5/8” JM0045323 1/4”-20 x 1/2”...