MX Series Manure Spreader Table of Contents 1. Introduction ............3 8. Service and Maintenance ........29 1.1 Delivery Inspection Report ........4 8.1 Maintenance Safety ..........29 1.2 Serial Number Location ..........5 8.2 Grease Type ............29 1.3 Types of Labels on the Machine ........ 6 8.3 Maintenance Schedule ..........
MX Series Introduction Manure Spreader 1. Introduction Congratulations on your choice of a Wallenstein MX Series Manure Spreader! This manual covers the following models: • Ground Drive – MX25G, MX50G, MX80G • PTO Drive – MX50P , MX80P All models feature selectable speed apron control with 662 style apron chain.
Manure Spreader 1.1 Delivery Inspection Report Wallenstein MX Series Manure Spreader To register your product and start the warranty, go to WallensteinEquipment.com. This form must be completed by the dealer at the time of delivery, and then signed by the dealer and customer.
MX Series Introduction Manure Spreader 1.2 Serial Number Location Always provide the model and serial number of your Wallenstein product when you order parts, or request service or other information. The product information plate location is shown in the following illustration.
This type of label gives the operator information or shows the operation of a There are different types of labels on your Wallenstein product. control. The labels are for safety, information, and product identification.
YOU are responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of DANGER your Wallenstein product. YOU must make sure that you and Identifies a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in anyone else who uses, maintains, or works around the machine serious injury or death.
MX Series Safety Manure Spreader 2.4 Safety Rules • Keep a fire extinguisher available for use, should the need arise, and know how to use it. WARNING! Wear the necessary hearing protection when you operate this machine. • Do not use a tractor unless it is equipped with a roll over Prolonged exposure to loud noise can protective structure (ROPS).
6. Block the wheels to prevent movement. 2.7 Safety Training Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of Wallenstein products. Unfortunately, efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by a single careless act. • It is the operator's responsibility to read, understand, and follow ALL safety and operating instructions in this manual.
MX Series Safety Manure Spreader 2.8 Sign-Off Form The design and manufacture of this product conforms to the applicable provisions in the following standards: Everyone who uses the machine must read and thoroughly • ASABE S318 Safety for Agricultural Field Equipment understand all safety, operation, and maintenance information in this manual.
MX Series Safety Manure Spreader 2.9 Safety Label Definitions Practicing good safety means becoming familiar with safety The top panel (or left-hand panel for horizontal signs) shows the labels and warnings, and being aware of situations that require safety alert (the potential hazard), and the bottom (or right-hand) alertness.
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MX Series Safety Manure Spreader 1. WARNING! 4. WARNING! Risk of entanglement in beater-bar Risk of serious injury or death if the paddles. power take-off (PTO) is not stopped and disengaged. Keep hands, loose clothing, and long hair away from the beater-bar paddles while Before performing any maintenance, stop they are operating.
• Always replace safety labels that are missing or have resulting in serious injury. become illegible. Replacement safety labels are available from your local Wallenstein Equipment dealer or distributor. Do not attempt to reach in with the shields removed while the machine is •...
Familiarization Manure Spreader 3. Familiarization A Wallenstein Compact Manure Spreader is a light-duty trailer 3.3 Operator Orientation designed to hold, transport, and spread manure or other similar material. A set of beater-bar paddles at the back of the main box IMPORTANT! When describing controls throughout this spread the manure.
MX Series Attaching to a Tow Vehicle Manure Spreader 4. Attaching to a Tow Vehicle 1. Keep bystanders clear of the area. WARNING! 2. Make sure that there is enough space and clearance to Never let anyone stand between the tractor and safely back up to the tow vehicle.
MX Series PTO Shaft Manure Spreader 5. PTO Shaft Before installing the PTO shaft, make sure that it is the correct 5. Subtract B from the uncut PTO shaft measurement A. size. (A – B). The result is the length that BOTH halves of the PTO shaft should be shortened.
MX Series PTO Shaft Manure Spreader 5.2 Installing a PTO Shaft Make sure that the equipment is in the following state: • The tractor is turned off and the parking brake is applied. • The PTO shaft shielding is in good condition and able to turn freely, independent of the PTO shaft.
MX Series Controls Manure Spreader 6. Controls 6.2 PTO-drive Models WARNING! For information about operation of the PTO control, see the Do not operate the machine until you are tractor operator's manual. thoroughly familiar with the position and function of the various controls. Read the operator’s 1.
MX Series Operating Instructions Manure Spreader 7. Operating Instructions The operator is responsible for being familiar with and • Do not allow anyone within 20 ft (6 m) of the manure following all operating and safety procedures. spreader during operation. Objects thrown from the rear of the manure spreader could cause injury.
MX Series Operating Instructions Manure Spreader 7.3 Stopping in an Emergency 7.5 Machine Break-In If an emergency occurs: Although there are no operational restrictions on the manure spreader when it is used for the first time, it is recommended 1. Stop forward movement.
MX Series Operating Instructions Manure Spreader 7.6 Loading • Be cautious of foreign objects in the manure that could jam the beaters and potentially damage the machine. Smaller objects could be thrown toward the driver. • Make sure that the manure spreader is securely attached to the tow vehicle.
Some manure is finer or more fluid. In this case, an optional end gate can be installed to prevent the manure from draining out during loading. For more information about accessories for your manure spreader, contact your Wallenstein dealer or go to WallensteinEquipment.com. 01389 Figure 17 –...
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Some manure is finer or more fluid. In this case, an optional end gate can be installed to prevent the manure from draining out during loading. For more information about accessories for your manure spreader, contact your Wallenstein dealer or go to WallensteinEquipment.com. 01389...
MX Series Operating Instructions Manure Spreader 7.8 Removing a Jam Ground-drive Models 1. Stop the tow vehicle, apply the parking brake, and then turn Use the following procedure if manure or other material in the off the engine. manure spreader bridges or jams up. Be aware that if you are 2.
MX Series Operating Instructions Manure Spreader 7.9 Transporting 7.10 Storage IMPORTANT! During cold weather months, never store IMPORTANT! Equipment that is transported on a public manure in the manure spreader between unloading times. A roadway must comply with the local laws that govern the frozen load can cause equipment damage.
• When replacement parts are required, only use genuine Complete the pre-operation checks. See page 23 original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts. Wallenstein Equipment cannot be held responsible for damage or injuries that are caused by use of unapproved parts or Every 50 hours or Annually accessories.
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MX Series Service and Maintenance Manure Spreader 8.3.1 Grease Points Every 50 hours of Operation Number of Location or Annually Grease Points IMPORTANT! Use a hand-held grease gun for all greasing. Pump one shot of grease per fitting. PTO-shaft shield (PTO-drive models) •...
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MX Series Service and Maintenance Manure Spreader PTO-drive Models 01395 Figure 22 – PTO-drive 50-hour Grease Points...
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MX Series Service and Maintenance Manure Spreader Ground-drive Models 01396 Figure 23 – Ground-drive 50-hour Grease Points...
MX Series Service and Maintenance Manure Spreader 8.4 Roller Chain 8.5 Apron Chain Lubricate the roller chains every 50 hours or monthly. Use a Lubricate the apron chain every 50 hours or monthly. Use a good quality chain lubricant for the best performance.
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MX Series Service and Maintenance Manure Spreader 8.5.2 Tensioning the Apron Chain 8.5.3 Shortening the Apron Chain Over time the apron chain can stretch. If it stretches to a point IMPORTANT! Adjust both sides the same amount to keep where no further adjustment is possible, links must be removed the loading even.
MX Series Service and Maintenance Manure Spreader 8.6 Main Box Sealing Flap Drive Belt Periodically check the condition of the front main box sealing WARNING! flap. Replace the sealing flap if the sides or bottom of the main box are not adequately sealed.
For optimal performance, inspect the beater-bar paddles on a regular basis and replace paddles that are worn or damaged. Recheck the drive-belt tension after 10 hours of use. Contact your Wallenstein dealer to purchase replacement paddles. 01398 Figure 31 – Tensioning a Drive Belt 1.
Wallenstein. Before you call, have The following table provides possible causes and solutions for the serial number for your manure spreader handy. For more some of the common problems you may encounter.
MX Series Specifications Manure Spreader 10. Specifications For available accessories, go to WallensteinEquipment.com. 10.1 Machine Specifications Model MX25G MX50G MX50P MX80G MX80P Recommended Tractor 12–45 hp 15–55 hp 15–55 hp 20–75 hp 35–95 hp Size 9–33.6 kW 11–41 kW 11–41 kW 15–56 kW...
MX Series Specifications Manure Spreader 10.2 Bolt Torque IMPORTANT! If you replace hardware, use fasteners of Imperial Bolt Torque Specifications the same grade. Torque Bolt SAE Gr. 2 SAE Gr. 5 SAE Gr. 8 Diameter IMPORTANT! The torque specifications in these tables lbf•ft...
MX Series Specifications Manure Spreader 10.3 Lug Nut Torque Lug Nut Torque Specifications Wheel WARNING! size Units First stage Second stage Third stage Wheel lug nuts must be installed and kept at 8 inch lbf•ft 12–20 30–35 45–55 N•m 16–26 39–45.5...
Warranty Manure Spreader 11. Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY Wallenstein products are warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service, for a period of Five Years for Consumer Use Two Years for Commercial/Rental Use from the date of purchase, when operated and maintained in accordance with the opera�ng and maintenance instruc�ons supplied with the unit.
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