Meridian 4055 SEED EXPRESS Operator's Manual page 42

Operator's Manual: 4055 Seed Express
2. Unlatch conveyor from the transport position
by releasing the latch.
7. Raise the conveyor off of the transport
cradle.
8. Rotate the conveyor spout to position it over
the planter's seed box.
3. If necessary, remove the protective cover from
the hopper.
9. Manually start the conveyor, or use the Auto
Reset feature to automatically dispense a
preselected amount of seed.
- Refer to Section 3.3.3 Auto Reset Function.
10. Open the slide gate on either compartment.
Note:
The button and/or switch is only
activated while pressed and held.
The flow of seed can be controlled by
4. Turn the key switch on the control panel to the
the amount the slide gate is opened.
ON position.
5. Move the fuel valve lever to the ON position.
11. When the planter is filled, close the slide
6. To start a cold engine, move the choke lever to
gate and then stop the conveyor belt.
the CLOSED position.
7. Start the engine and move the throttle lever to
12. Return the conveyor to the transport position
run the engine at full speed.
and lock before moving the seed tender.
8. Slightly raise the conveyor out of the transport
position.
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Bulk Seed Tender
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Be observant of overhead power lines or other
electrical hazards.
9. Position the conveyor to place the spout over
the planter's seed box.
10. Position the hopper to prevent spillage of the
seed. Make sure the handle is locked into
the desired position before opening the seed
compartment slide gates.
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CRUSH
HAZARD
Keep hands and
arms clear of
conveyor tube
when placing it
in storage
position.
Weight of tube
will cause
crushing injuries.
Fig 37 - Move the tube into position
Fig 38 - Fill Seeder
Fig 39 - Open/close gates from remote control
Fig 40 - Control box gate buttons
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ELECTROCUTION
HAZARD
Avoid contact with overhead power
lines or electrically powered objects.
• Be aware of your surroundings when
raising or lowering conveyor.
• Maintain at least 20 feet between
equipment and any electrical hazard.
• Contact with electricity can result
in serious personal injury or death.
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