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INSTRUCTION AND PARTS BOOK NO. 10-18-11 HEAVY DUTY MANURE SPREADERS MODEL: VB560 operate this Spreader until you have DO NOT read this book repair or clean this Spreader while NEVER PTO is engaged Manufactured in DORCHESTER, WI by MEYER’S EQUIPMENT...
At the front of this manual is a Product Registration This supersedes all previous published instructions and Inspection Certificate. Be sure your dealer has completed this certificate and forwarded a copy to the manufacturer to validate the manufacturer’s warranty. Page 2 MODEL: VB560...
Hydraulic Assembly - Electric Flow Control - Open Center ................. 58 Hydraulic Assembly-No Electric Flow Control-Closed Center ................60 Hydraulic Assembly - No Electric Flow Control - Open Center ................62 Weigh Scale ................................. 64 LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT ........................68 Page 3 MODEL: VB560...
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 RE- PLACED. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR MEYER’S EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING CORP. IF YOU REQUIRE ANY SHIELD OR SIGNS FOR REPLACEMENT. Page 4 MODEL: VB560...
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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 RE- PLACED. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR MEYER’S EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING CORP. IF YOU REQUIRE ANY SHIELD OR SIGNS FOR REPLACEMENT. Page 5 MODEL: VB560...
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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 RE- PLACED. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR MEYER’S EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING CORP. IF YOU RE- QUIRE ANY SHIELD OR SIGNS FOR REPLACEMENT. Page 6 MODEL: VB560...
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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 RE- PLACED. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR MEYER’S EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING CORP. IF YOU RE- QUIRE ANY SHIELD OR SIGNS FOR REPLACEMENT. Page 7 MODEL: VB560...
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 PERONSAL INJURY OR DEATH Page 8 MODEL: VB560...
NATIONAL SAFETY COUNCIL 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 9 MODEL: VB560...
The motorized valve is ad- justed by an electric control box placed in the tractor cab and connected to the tractor 12 VDC power source. See Figure 5. Page 11 MODEL: VB560...
FROM THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM BEFORE CON- tor dealer. NECTING OR DISCONNECTING THE LINES OR MAKING REPAIRS. CHECK ALL HOSES AND FIT- TINGS BEFORE START-UP AND PERIODICALLY DURING OPERATION. Convert NoFlowControlled CC to .tif FIGURE 3. ELECTRIC MOTORIZED FLOW CONTROL Page 12 MODEL: VB560...
To Convert Standard Non Flow Controlled Closed Center System To Open Center See Figure 3 for instructions in suggested numbered sequence. A new elbow fitting is required, see page 58 for part numbers. Page 13 MODEL: VB560...
2. Connect the electrical leads to the tractor 12VDC power source, Figure 5. 3. When hooking up the spreader, connect the con- troller to the motorized flow control valve at the twist lok connector. MotorizedFlowControl.tif FIGURE 5. ELECTRIC MOTORIZED FLOW CONTROL Page 14 MODEL: VB560...
A SAFETY CHAIN SHOULD BE INSTALLED TO RETAIN THE CONNECTION BETWEEN TRACTOR (OR OTHER TOWING VEHICLE) AND SPREADER WHENEVER TRAVELING ON PUBLIC ROADS. A FIGURE 6. SUGGESTED SAFETY CHAIN INSTAL- SUGGESTED ATTACHMENT IS ILLUSTRATED ON LATION Figure 6. Page 15 MODEL: VB560...
NOTE: The return line on the spreader has a check valve in it so that the apron cannot be operated in the wrong direction. This line must be connected to the MODEL: VB560 Page 16...
3. For solid manure, start the apron at a slow rate of speed. 4. Start the apron drive with the tractor hydraulic spool valve lever. 5. For standard flow control systems, use the “twist” hose to regulate the apron speed, Figure 7. Page 17 MODEL: VB560...
OR DEATH. WHEEL AND TIRE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR WHEELS: Check periodically. The wheel studs should be torqued to 297 foot pounds. VB560 TIRE PRESSURE: 75 psi, recommended pressure, 77 psi max. FIGURE 9. AUTOMATIC OVER RUNNING CLUTCH LOCK RING RIM WARNING 5.
There is one bearing at the front of the driveline connecting to the PTO shaft. Grease these bearings one pump every 8 hours. Figure 13. Grease Pivot Hitch 2 pumps every 8 hours, each grease zerk. Figure 13. FIGURE 13 Page 19 MODEL: VB560...
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: VB560...
HYDRAULIC END GATE & RELATED PARTS Model VB560 Page 24 MODEL: VB560...
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HYDRAULIC END GATE & RELATED PARTS Model VB560 PART NO. DESCRIPTION VB-560-18 Gate, End Only E00037-96 Belt, Side End Gate REF. Cylinder, End Gate (See separate listing) E00038-96 Belt, Bottom End Gate E21742 End Gate Insert Page 25 MODEL: VB560...
END GATE HYDRAULIC PIPING Model VB560 HydEndgateParts.-VB750 Page 28 MODEL: VB560...
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END GATE HYDRAULIC PIPING Model VB560 PART NO. DESCRIPTION E00090-07 Cylinder, End Gate Hydraulic - 3” x 10” E00109 Cylinder Seal Kit 639572 E00110 Wiper Seal 1125-6 E00067-04 Male JIC To Male ORB, 90° Adapter - 6801-8-8 VB-00165 Hose, Hydraulic, 6M3K-6G-8FJX90S-6G-8FJX-43”...
APRON & RELATED PARTS FOR STANDARD 67P11 CHAIN Model VB560 Page 34 MODEL: VB560...
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APRON & RELATED PARTS FOR STANDARD 67P11 CHAIN Model VB560 PART NO. DESCRIPTION E02027 Link, 67P11 E00225-10 Slat 28”, for 67P11 Chain E00231-06 Shaft, Apron 2-3/8" Dia. 76-5/8" and 67P11 Chain Only VB-00061 Gear Box, Apron Drive (see Separate Listing) E00234-11 Bearing Holder, Outside for 2-3/8"...
APRON & RELATED PARTS FOR OPTIONAL 667XH PINTLE CHAIN Model VB560 ApronParts-VB560.Optional Page 36 MODEL: VB560...
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APRON & RELATED PARTS FOR OPTIONAL 667XH PINTLE CHAIN Model VB560 PART NO. DESCRIPTION E00231-11P Shaft, Apron 2-3/8" Dia. 76-5/8” For 667XH Pintle Chain Only VB-000-61 Gear Box, Apron Drive (see Separate Listing) E00234-11P Bearing Holder, Outside for 2-3/8" Shaft and 667XH Pintle Chain Only E00236-11 Bearing, Bronze 2.386"...
STANDARD HYDRAULIC APRON-FLOW CONTROL ON SPREADER Model VB560 StdHydSystem-VB.tif Page 48 MODEL: VB560...
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STANDARD HYDRAULIC APRON-FLOW CONTROL ON SPREADER Model VB560 PART NO. DESCRIPTION E00509-VB Motor, Hydraulic E00483-VB Hose Flow Line 8M3K-8G-8FJX90S-8G-8FJX-264” E00484-00 Adapter JIC to O-Ring 6400-8-10 E00485-00 O-Ring Adapter 6403NW0-10-8 E00486-00 Valve, Motor Control E00487-00 Tee 6803-8-8 E21458 O-Ring Adapter 6410-12-8...
OPTIONAL ELECTRIC/HYDRAULIC APRON-FLOW CONTROL ON SPREADER Models VB560 OPTIONAL ELECTRIC FLOW CONTROL HydPartswitchFlowCtr-VB.tif Page 50 MODEL: VB560...
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OPTIONAL ELECTRIC/HYDRAULIC APRON-FLOW CONTROL ON SPREADER Models VB560 PART NO. DESCRIPTION E00509-VB Motor, Hydraulic - VB, 2-Bolt, w/Relief 1170 psi E00483-VB Hose Flow Line 8M3K-8G-8FJX90S-8G-8FJX-264” E00484-00 Adapter JIC to O-Ring 6400-8-10 E00485-00 O-Ring Adapter 6403NW0-10-8 E00486-00 Valve, Motor Control E00487-00...
OPTIONAL TRACTOR LEVER OPERATED HYDRAULIC APRON Model VB560 HydParts-VB.tif Page 52 MODEL: VB560...
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OPTIONAL TRACTOR LEVER OPERATED HYDRAULIC APRON Model VB560 PART NO. DESCRIPTION E21456-06 VALVE CONTROLLED FLOW BG-514-12SAE E21450 ADAPTER 6400·8·12 O-RING E23579 O-RING TO JIC 90 DEGREE ADAPTER 6801-8-12 E00483-09 CAP FOR CONVERTING TO OPEN CENTER SYSTEM 304-C-8 E00485-09 ADAPTER TEE 6602-8...
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT Meyer’s Equipment Mfg. Corp. warrants each new Meyer’s E.M.C. product to be free from: de- fects 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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