Operating Instructions - J&M X1522 Series Operator's Manual

Grain cart

Table of Contents

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. Failure to

do so may damage wheel studs and nuts. To ensure that wheel nuts do not loosen, it may be helpful to mark the location of one side

of the nut and wheel rim with paint. This will help when observing if any rotation of the nut occurs. Once the seats are damaged, it will

become impossible to keep the lug nuts tight.

The drawing shows the proper way to mount the wheels using Budd-type nuts. The wheels supplied with

your grain cart have straight holes and the Budd nuts will be mounted according to Figure 1. Wheels that

are improperly installed on the grain cart, resulting in product failure, will nullify warranty and shift the

burden of liability to the owner/operator. We recommend you inspect your wheel nuts to make sure they

are properly installed. Also, check the wheel nuts on a regular basis to ensure they are tight.

LIGHTING AND SAFETY DECALS: Are the rear, amber extremity lights properly positioned? Extend the lights within 16" (40,6cm) of the

left and right extremities of the grain cart. Is an SMV Emblem attached to the rear of the grain cart?

Are the lights working properly? Are all lights and reflective decals clean, visible and properly placed?

BE CERTAIN THAT ALL POWER IS SHUT OFF WHEN HOOKING UP TO TRACTOR OR CONNECTING HYDRAULIC LINES TO TRACTOR.

Tractor requirements for proper towing: Model 1522 grain carts require a 300+ HP Tractor.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT pull a loaded grain cart on highway. For incidental highway travel, observe the section below.

Tow Loads Safely

Stopping distance increases with speed and weight of towed loads, and on slopes. Towed loads with or without brakes that are too

heavy for the tractor or are towed too fast can cause loss of control. Consider the total weight of the equipment and its load.

Observe these recommended maximum road speeds, or local speed limits which may be lower:

•

Grain cart empty: Do not travel more than 20 mph (32 km/hr) and do not tow loads more than 1.5 times the pulling unit's weight.

•

Grain cart loaded: Do not travel more than 8 mph (12 km/hr) and do not tow loads more than 1.5 times the pulling unit's weight.

Ensure the load does not exceed the recommended weight ratio. Use additional caution when towing loads under adverse surface

conditions, when turning, and on inclines.

WARNING: For greater stability on uneven or steep terrain, position non-scale wheel spindles at the furthest out setting.

IMPORTANT:

Connect grain cart hitch to tractor drawbar using a good quality hitch pin. Attach the safety chain to the tractor and through one

chain loop provided on either side of the grain cart frame as shown. Make sure the grain cart hitch properly matches the hitch of the

tractor. Use a single prong (spade) grain cart hitch with a tractor double prong (clevis) hitch. Use a double prong (clevis) grain cart

hitch with a single prong (spade) tractor hitch.

Attach the power-take-off shaft to the tractor. The PTO must have at least 10" of engagement. Check tractor drawbar for clearance

and length and adjust if necessary. Make sure the PTO does not bottom out when making sharp turns as it may bend the drive

shaft. Check for adequate clearance between telescoping PTO and tractor hitch. Suggested clearance is 7 inches.

Make sure the jack stand is repositioned from the lower support position before the cart is moved. Never use the jack to support a

loaded grain cart.

Be sure that no debris or foreign objects are in the grain cart.