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Replacement Manuals Be sure to include this operator’s manual if you sell or transfer owner- ship of the attachment. Contact Messer Attachments LLC for a printed manual, or find a downloadable manual on our website. Using This Attachment The attachment is designed to move feed with a single blade or two (v) blades.
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Modifications Do not modify the attachment in any way. Manufacturer Contact Call Messer Attachments LLC at (833) 352-3477, or see us at www.messerattach.com.
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Product Identification Identification Numbers Record your product information to provide when you contact the dealer or manufacturer. Feed Pusher Models FP8X1.5, FP8X2, FPV8X1.5, FPV8X2 Serial Number 12914- Serial Number Location Purchase Date Dealer Dealer Phone Model Serial #...
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Specifications Specifications Model FP8X1.5 Angle Adjustment Range 18 - 97 degrees L x W x H 216 x 226 x 64 cm (60 deg. angle) (85 x 89 x 25 in.) Weight 293 kg (645 lb.) Rated Operating Capacity 1361 kg (3,000 lb.)
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Safety Decals Decal Locations Location Description Part Number Stand Clear Decal 96028 STAND CLEAR DECAL 96028 STAND CLEAR WHILE IN OPERATION...
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Safety Wear Protective Equipment • Wear gloves to protect hands from burns if hydraulic couplers be- come hot during operation. • Never wear sandals or other light footwear when operating or servic- ing the attachment. Wear protective footwear when handling blades or heavy parts.
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Safety • Before operating, replace any worn or damaged safety decals. • Before operating, thoroughly inspect the attachment to be sure all hardware (bolts, nuts, etc.) is installed and tightened. • Before operating, thoroughly inspect the attachment to be sure it is in working order.
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Safety which occurs while the attachment is being serviced. • Before inspecting or servicing the attachment, follow the Parking Safely instructions in this manual. • Always securely block the attachment to prevent accidental release of the lifting mechanism when inspecting or servicing the attach- ment.
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Installing and Removing Installing the Attachment 1. Follow the instructions in the loader operator’s manual to install the attachment and exit the operator station safely. 2. Fully lower the loader lift arms. WARNING AVOID INJURY! Loader attaching plate levers which are operated manually may have spring tensioning.
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Installing and Removing 6. Tilt the attaching plate backward to raise the front of the attachment. 7. Move the loader attaching plate levers (A) to the locked (fully down) position either manually or by using the loader controls. 8. Park the loader. (See Parking Safely in this manual.) IMPORTANT AVOID DAMAGE! The attachment may come off the loader if it is not...
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Installing and Removing frame. If not, move the loader attaching plate levers to the unlocked (up) position and repeat installation. Removing the Attachment 1. Follow the instructions in the loader operator’s manual to remove the attachment and exit the operator station safely. 2.
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Operating Pre-Operation Inspection Before starting operation, inspect the area you will be operating in and inspect the attachment. Inspect the Work Area 1. Confirm the area is clear of bystanders including animals. Establish a safety zone by keeping bystanders and animals beyond a 100 foot radius around the attachment when operating.
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Operating Operation 1. Follow the instructions in the Installing and Removing section to install the attachment. 2. Park the loader or tractor. (See Parking Safely in this manual.) 3. Peform the pre-operation inspection. 4. Adjust the angle of the blades if desired. Adjusting the Single Blade Angle Using the Slide Weldment 1.
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Operating 1. Loosen the five nuts and bolts (A) on the top and bottom of both blade mounts. 2. Loosen the two nuts and bolts (B) on the center formed arm. 3. Loosen the eight nuts on the u-bolts (C) and move the slide weld- ments to adjust the angle of the blade mounts.
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Operating 4. Install the four bolts and nuts. 5. Tighten all the nuts. Adjusting the V-Blade 1. Remove the five nuts and bolts (A) from the top of both blade mounts and from the bottom of both blade mounts. 2. Loosen the two nuts and bolts (B) on the center formed arm. 3.
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Servicing Service Intervals Every 8 hours or daily: • Grease the quick tach. • Check and tighten all hardware. Monthly: • Inspect rubber blades for wear. Adjust, rotate or replace as needed. Lubrication Recommended Grease Standard Lithium Lubricating the Quick Tach 1.
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Servicing 2. Loosen the nuts and bolts attaching the blade mount plates (A) and the rubber blade to the blade mount. 3. To adjust for wear move the rubber blade down until the edge is below the bottom of the blade mount a distanced equal to your blade thickness.
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Action The quick tach plate doesn’t Lubricate the quick tach. pivot. Confirm the quick tach is pivoting to Excessive rubber blade wear. float while operating. Reduce the amount of down pres- sure on the attachment while oper- ating.
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Replacement Parts Replacement Parts Item Qty. Part Number Part Description 07022-P Main Frame Weldment 07021-P Slide Weldment 07515-P FP Center Formed Arm 06692 U-Bolt (Qty. 2 for Single Blade) Bolt, 5/8 - 11 x 1-1/2 Locknut, 1/2 - 13 Locknut, 5/8 - 11 07010-P Formed Blade Mount 07011-P...
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Replacement Parts Replacement Parts Contact Messer Attachments LLC for replacement parts. Part numbers may change without notice.
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Limited Warranty. 2. Limited Warranty. Messer warrants that for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase, the Equipment will remain free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and proper maintenance.
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6. Limited Warranty Voidable. The limited warranty herein is void and deemed waived if the purchaser fails to give written notice to Messer of any alleged defect under the limited warranty herein within 20 days of its discovery; or (a) purchaser or parties other than Messer or its authorized representatives attempts to remedy or fix the alleged Equipment defects;...
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