OPERATOR’S MANUAL

TUBE CONVEYOR
1200 Series • 1600 Series • 2200 series
 SIGN-OFF FORM
Meridian Manufacturing Inc. follows the general Safety Standards specified by the American Society of
Agricultural Engineers (ASAE), and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Anyone
who will be operating and/or maintaining the tube conveyor must read and clearly understand ALL
Safety, Operating and Maintenance Information presented in this manual.

Do not operate or allow anyone else to operate this equipment until such information has been reviewed.
Annually review this information before the season start-up.

Make these periodic reviews of SAFETY and OPERATION a standard practice for all of your equipment.
We feel that an untrained operator is unqualified to operate this machine.

The following Sign-Off Form is provided for your record keeping to show that all personnel who will be
working with the equipment have read and understand the information in the Operator’s Manual and
have been instructed in the operation of the equipment. Copy this page to continue record.

Date Employee’s Signature Employer’s Signature

 PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM
and INSPECTION REPORT

The Dealer must fill out this form, and be signed by both the Dealer and Buyer at the time of delivery.
Scan or photograph the completed form (must be legible), and email it to: [email protected]
A copy of this form may also be mailed to: Box 760, 275 Hespler Ave, Winkler Manitoba R6W 4A8.

Buyer’s Name _____________________________ Dealer’s Name _____________________________

Address ___________________________________ Address ___________________________________

City_______________________________________ City _______________________________________

Province/State _____________________________ Province/State _____________________________

Postal/Zip Code ___________________________ Postal/Zip Code ____________________________

Country ___________________________________ Country ___________________________________

Phone Number_____________________________ Phone Number_____________________________

Model Number _____________________________ Serial Number _____________________________

Delivery Date ______________________________ General Purpose: £ Private £ Commercial

UNIT INSPECTION SAFETY INSPECTION

£ All Fasteners Tight £ All Guards/Shields Installed and Secured
£ Engine/Hydraulic Fluid Levels Checked £ All Safety Decals Clear and Legible
£ Fuel is turned off at Engine £ Reflectors, Slow Moving Vehicle Sign are Clean
£ V-Belt(s) are Tensioned and Rotate Freely £ All Lights are Clean and Working
£ Driveline/Motor Mount Secured to Machine £ Safety Chain on Hitch
£ Hydraulic Hoses Good, Fittings Tight £ Reviewed Operating and Safety Instructions
£ Machine and All Bearings Lubricated
£ Conveyor Belt Aligned and Tensioned
£ Conveyor Belt Moves Freely
£ Conveyor Tube Raises and Lowers Smoothly
£ Unit Steers and Drives Smoothly
£ Tire Pressure Checked

I have thoroughly instructed the buyer on the above described equipment. The review included the
content of the Operator’s Manual, equipment care, adjustments, safe operation and warranty policy.

Date ______________________ Dealer’s Signature __________________________________________

The above equipment and Operator’s Manual have been received by me. I have been thoroughly
instructed as to care, adjustments, safe operation and applicable warranty policy.

Date ______________________ Buyer’s Signature ___________________________________________

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DESCRIPTION PAGE
Section 1: INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
1.1 Operator Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
1.2 Serial Number Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Section 2: SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
2.1 Safety Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
2.2 General Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
2.3 Equipment Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
2.4 Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
2.4.1 Applying Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
2.5 Decal Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
2.6 Work Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
2.7 Placement Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
2.8 Lock-Out Tag-Out Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
2.9 PTO Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
2.10 Electrical Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
2.11 Tire Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
2.12 Engine Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
2.13 Operating Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
2.14 Hydraulic Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
2.15 Maintenance Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
2.16 Battery Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
2.17 Workplace Hazard Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
2.18 Transport Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
2.19 Storage Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Section 3: OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
3.1 Machine Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
3.2 Components and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
3.3 Swing-Out Conveyor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
3.4 Machine Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
3.5 Pre-Operation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
3.6 Attaching to Tow Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
3.6.1 Units with Hydraulic Lift and/or Hitch . . . . . . . 3-16
3.7 Conveyor Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
3.8 Operating On Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
3.8.1 Attach PTO Driveline (If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . 3-18
3.8.2 Starting Conveyor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
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3.8.3 Stopping Conveyor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
3.8.4 Emergency Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
3.8.5 Restarting after Emergency Stop . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
3.8.6 Unplugging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
3.8.7 Goose Neck w/ Hold-Down Wheels . . . . . . . . 3-21
3.9 Operating Hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
3.10 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
3.11 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24
Section 4: SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
4.1 Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
4.1.1 Greasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
4.2 Servicing Intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
4.2.1 Every 10 Hours or Daily . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
4.2.2 Every 50 Hours or Weekly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
4.2.3 Every 100 Hour or Monthly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
4.2.4 Every 200 Hours or Annually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
4.3 Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
4.3.1 Conveyor Belt Tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
4.3.2 Conveyor Belt Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
4.3.3 Conveyor Belt Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
4.3.4 Swing-Out Belt Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15
4.3.5 Hopper Flashing Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16
4.3.6 Drive Belt Tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
4.3.7 Pulley Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
4.3.8 Drive Belt Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
4.3.9 Goose Neck Hold-Down Wheel Replace . . . . 4-19
4.3.10 Changing Hydraulic Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
4.3.11 Replacing Hydraulic Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
4.4 Service Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21
4.5 Ordering Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
Section 5: TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Section 6: REFERENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Specifications Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Working Measurements Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
6.1 Bolt Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Warranty Statement

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Section 1: INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing a Convey-All® conveyor.

Convey-All® products are built by Meridian Manufacturing Inc. The equipment we design and
manufacture meet the exacting standards of the agriculture industry.

Keep this manual for future reference. Call your dealer, distributor or Meridian if you need assistance,
information, additional/replacement copies, or a digital copy of this document.

Information provided herein is of a descriptive nature. Meridian Manufacturing Inc. reserves the right to
modify the machinery design and specifications without any preliminary notice.

Performance quality may depend on the material being handled, weather conditions and other factors.

1.1 OPERATOR ORIENTATION

The directions; left, right, front and rear, as mentioned throughout this manual, are as seen from the tow
vehicle driver’s seat, facing the direction of travel. The hopper is the front of the conveyor.

1.2 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION

Always give your dealer the serial number when ordering parts, requesting service or asking for other
information. The conveyor’s serial number is located on the drive box or above the hopper.

Use the space provided for easy reference:

Conveyor Model No: _______________________

Conveyor Serial No: ________________________

Engine Model No: __________________________

Engine Serial No: ___________________________

Fig 1 - Serial number location

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Section 2: SAFETY

The Safety Alert Symbol means:

ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT!
3 Big Reasons why safety YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! The Safety Alert Symbol
is important to you: identifies important safety
• Accidents Disable and Kill messages on the conveyor
• Accidents Cost and in this manual.
• Accidents Can Be Avoided

The following signal words are used in this manual to express

the degree of hazard for areas of personal safety.

When you see the symbol and/or the signal words described below,
obey the accompanying message to avoid possible injury or death.

Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result

in death or serious injury. This signal word is limited to the
most extreme situations. Typically for machine components
which, for functional purposes, cannot be guarded.

Indicates a hazardous situation, if not avoided, could result in

death or serious injury. This word identifies hazards that are
exposed when guards are removed. It may be used to alert
against unsafe practices.

Indicates a hazardous situation, if not avoided, could result

in minor or moderate injury. It may be used to alert against
unsafe practices.

Indicates practices or situations which may result in the

malfunction of, or damage to equipment.

Safety instructions (or equivalent) signs indicate specific

safety-related instructions or procedures.

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2.1 SAFETY ORIENTATION 2.2 GENERAL SAFETY

YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation • Read and understand the Operator’s
and maintenance of your Convey-All® Paddle Manual and all safety decals before
Belt Conveyor. Be sure that everyone who will operating, maintaining, adjusting or
operate, maintain or work around it, is familiar unplugging the conveyor.
with the safety, operating and maintenance
procedures. • Only trained, competent persons shall operate
the conveyor. An untrained person is not
This manual will take you step-by-step through qualified to operate the machine.
your working day. It will alert you to all the
safe practices that should be adhered to while • Have a first-aid kit available for use
operating the conveyor. should the need arise.

Remember, you are the key to safety. Good • Provide a fire extinguisher for use
safety practices not only protect you but also in case of an accident. Store in a
the people around you. Make these practices a highly visible place.
regular part of your safety program. Be certain
that everyone who will work with this equipment • Do not allow riders.
follows these procedures.
• Do not allow children, spectators or bystanders
Most accidents can be prevented. Do not risk within hazard area around the machine.
injury or death by ignoring good safety practices.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Conveyor owners must give operating This list may include but is not limited to:
instructions to operators and employees - Hard hat
before allowing them to operate the machine. - Protective shoes with
- Procedures must be reviewed annually slip resistant soles
thereafter, as per OSHA (Occupational - Eye protection
Safety and Health Administration) regulation - Work gloves
1928.57. - Hearing protection
- The operator must be responsible, properly - Respirator or
trained and physically able. They should be filter mask
familiar with farm machinery in general. - Hi-Visibility safety vest

• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY! • Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which
can hinder alertness or coordination while
operating this equipment.
- Consult your doctor about operating
this machine while taking prescription
medications.

• If the elderly are assisting with farm work, their

physical limitations need to be recognized and
accommodated.

• Review safety related items annually with all

personnel who will be operating or maintaining
the conveyor.

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2.3 EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES 2.4 SAFETY DECALS

Safety of the operator and bystanders is one • Keep safety decals clean and legible at all
of the main concerns when designing and times.
developing this conveyor. However, every year
many accidents occur which could have been • Replace safety decals that are missing or have
avoided by a few seconds of thought, and a become illegible.
more careful approach to handling equipment.
• Replaced parts must display the same decal(s)
• In order to provide a better view, as the original parts.
certain images in this manual may
show an assembly with safety • All safety decals have a part number in the
guards removed. lower right hand corner. Use this part number
- Equipment should never be when ordering replacements.
operated in this condition. All
guards must be in place. If removal • Safety decals are available from your authorized
becomes necessary for repairs, distributor, dealer’s parts department or from
replace the guard prior to use. Meridian Manufacturing Inc.

• This equipment is dangerous to children and

persons unfamiliar with its operation.
2.4.1 Applying Decals:
• Never exceed the limits of a piece of machinery. 1. Be sure the application area is clean and
If its ability to do a job, or to do so safely, is in dry. Ensure the surrounding temperature is
question - DO NOT TRY IT. above 10°C (50°F).
a. Remove all dirt, grease, wax from surface.
• Do not modify the equipment in any way. b. Clean the area with a non-ammonia
Unauthorized modification result in serious based cleaner.
injury or death and may impair the function c. Wipe the clean surface with isopropyl
and life of the equipment. alcohol on paper towel, and allow to dry.

• The design and configuration of this conveyor 2. Determine the exact position before you
includes safety decals and equipment. They remove the backing paper.
need to be clean, readable and in good
condition. 3. Peel a small portion of the split backing paper.

4. Align the decal over the specified area. Use

a squeegee to carefully press the small
portion, with the exposed adhesive backing,
into place.

5. Slowly peel back the remaining paper and

carefully smooth the rest of the decal into
place.

6. Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin

and smoothed out using the squeegee, or a
piece of sign backing paper.

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2.5 DECAL LOCATION

The following illustration show the general location of decals on this conveyor. The position of decals
may vary depending on the machine’s options. Decals are not shown at actual size.

•Convey-All logo on sides of tube at discharge.

•Red reflectors: on discharge spout and
discharge-side of axle
•Amber reflectors: on sides hopper, at less than
15 ft intervals along tube, and on hopper-side
13000006014 of axle.

Red Reflector

3618000004
3647000001 36170000012
363000001
13000006014

3646000003
363000010 3630000004
3617000009

3630000014

3610000010

3613000005

19984

Amber Reflector
Model #

13000006014

13000006014 Driveline Hazard decal is applied

Fig 2 - Decal locations to the guard on a PTO drive: 3618000047

Missing Shield decal is applied

inside belt guards for electric drive:
3630000004
3617000007
3617000005
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13000006014

3617000005

3618000047

13000006014
3647000001 3617000002

Fig 3 - Conveyor w/Electric Drive 3630000004

3630000004

3617000009 3630000010

3630000014

13000006014

3646000001 3610000010
13000006014
363000001 3618000004
19984

3622000003

3630000004

13000006014
13000006014
3622000005
3617000005

3618000004 3618000047

3617000004 3617000007 3646000001

3630000004

3630000004 3630000004

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Fig 5 - Conveyor with PTO drive
Fig 4 - Conveyor with gas drive
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2.6 WORK PREPARATION

• Never operate the conveyor until you have read

this manual, and understand the information. Note:
Hearing loss from loud noise
• Be familiar with the safety messages found on (tractors, chain saws, radios, etc.)
the decals around this unit. is cumulative over a lifetime
without hope of natural recovery.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE)
include:
- Hard hat • Clear working area of stones, branches or
- Eye protection hidden obstacles that might be hooked or
- Protective shoes snagged, causing injury or damage.
- Work gloves
• Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
They are recommended during
installation, placement, operation, • Be sure machine is in a stable position, is
maintenance and removal of the adjusted and in good operating condition.
equipment.
• Ensure that all safety guards and safety decals
• Do not allow long hair, loose fitting clothing or are properly installed and in good condition.
jewelry to be around equipment.
• Before starting, inspect the unit for any loose
• PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE bolts, worn parts, cracks, leaks or frayed belts.
MAY CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING LOSS! Make the necessary repairs.
- Always follow the maintenance instructions.
Agricultural equipment can often be
noisy enough to cause permanent,
partial hearing loss. We recommend
that you wear hearing protection on
a full-time basis if the noise in the
Operator’s position exceeds 80 db.

Noise over 85 db on a long-term basis can

cause severe hearing loss.

Noise over 90 db adjacent to the operator over

a long-term basis may cause permanent, total
hearing loss.

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2.7 PLACEMENT SAFETY 2.10 ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Stay away from overhead power lines • Have only a qualified electrician
when operating or moving the conveyor. supply power. All wiring should
Electrocution can occur without direct contact. comply with the ANSI/NFPA 70
electrical requirements.
• Keep conveyor as low as possible.
• Make certain that the conveyor motor is
• Chock conveyor wheels before operating. properly grounded at the power source.

• Position conveyor providing enough space for • Ensure that all electrical switches are in the
trucks to load or unload. OFF position before plugging the conveyor in.

• Operate conveyor on level ground, free of debris. • Turn machine OFF, shut down and lock out
power supply (safety lock-out devices are
available through your Convey-All dealer parts
department) and wait for all moving parts to
2.8 LOCK-OUT TAG-OUT SAFETY stop before assembling, servicing, adjusting,
maintaining or repairing.
• Establish a formal Lock-Out Tag-Out program
for your operation. • Disconnect power before resetting any motor.

• Train all operators and service personnel • Replace any damaged electrical plugs, cords,
before allowing them to work around the area. switches and components immediately.

• Provide tags on the machine and a sign-up • Do not work on the conveyor’s electrical
sheet to record tag-out details. system unless the power cord is unplugged or
the power supply is locked out.

2.9 PTO SAFETY

2.11 TIRE SAFETY
• Never use a PTO driveline without a rotating
shield in good working order. • Failure to follow procedure when
mounting a tire on a wheel or rim
• Ensure PTO shields turn freely on the driveline. can produce an explosion and may
result in serious injury or death.
• PTO driveline must be securely attached at
both ends before operating. • Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you
have the proper equipment and experience to
• Keep body, hair, and clothing away from do the job.
rotating PTO driveline.
• Have a qualified tire dealer or repair service
• Keep U-joint angles small and equal. perform required tire maintenance.
- Do not exceed recommended operating
length for PTO driveline. • When replacing worn tires, make sure they
meet the original tire specifications. Never
• Before starting tractor, turn power to PTO to undersize.
the off position (where applicable).

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2.12 ENGINE SAFETY

• Read and understand the operating • Do not tamper with governor springs, governor
manual provided with the engine. links or other parts which may increase the
governed engine speed.
• Use proper tools to service engine.
• Do not strike flywheel with hard object or metal
• Do not run engine in an enclosed area. Exhaust tool. This may cause it to shatter in operation.
gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless
and deadly poison. • Keep cylinder fins/governor parts free of grass
and other debris which can affect engine speed.
• Store fuel in approved safety containers.

• Do not store fuel near open flame.

- Appliances such as a stove,
HOT EQUIPMENT HAZARD
furnace, or water heater use a pilot
Do not touch muffler, cylinder or fins while
light which can create a spark.
engine is running. Contact will cause burns.
• No smoking when filling fuel tank.
• Do not use this engine on any forest covered,
• Do not remove fuel cap while engine is running.
brush covered, or grass covered unimproved
land, unless a spark arrester is installed on
• Do not refuel indoors where area is not well
muffler. The arrester must be maintained in
ventilated. Outdoor refueling is preferred.
effective working order by operator.
• Do not refuel while engine is running. Allow
In the State of California the above is required
engine to cool for 5 minutes before proceeding.
by law (Section 4442 of the California Public
Resources Code). Other states may have similar
• Use fresh fuel. Stale fuel can gum carburetor
laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.
and cause leakage.
• Inspect the muffler periodically. Replace it
• Check fuel lines and fittings frequently for
when necessary.
cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.
- If engine is equipped with a muffler deflector,
inspect periodically. Replace with correct
• Do not operate engine if fuel has spilled. Move
part.
machine away. Avoid creating any ignition until
the fuel has evaporated.
• Do not check for spark, or crank engine with
spark plug or spark plug wire removed.
• Do not run engine above rated speeds. This
may result in damage and injury.
• Do not run engine with air filter or its cover
removed.
• Do not tamper with the engine speed selected
by the original equipment manufacturer.

• Do not operate engine with grass, leaves, dirt

or other combustible materials in muffler area. POSSIBLE ENGINE DAMAGE
Decelerate engine slowly to stop.
• Do not operate engine without muffler. Avoid choking carburetor to stop engine.
Choke only for an emergency stop.

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2.13 OPERATING SAFETY

• Anyone who will be operating this • Chock wheels of conveyor before starting.
conveyor, or working around it, must
read this manual. They must know • Be sure that conveyor tube is empty before
operating, maintenance, safety info. raising or lowering.
- Review the manual annually.
• Close hydraulic lift ball valve when machine is
• Clean or replace all safety decals if they cannot in working position or before transporting.
be clearly read and understood.
• High winds may overturn conveyor. To avoid
• Place all controls in neutral, and stop the damage to structures and equipment, do not
engine. Remove the ignition key. Wait for raise conveyor fully in windy conditions.
all moving parts to stop before adjusting, - Do not leave conveyor raised, when not in
repairing or unplugging. use.

• Keep all bystanders, especially children, away

from the machine when running.
- Also, when authorized personnel are carrying 2.14 HYDRAULIC SAFETY
out maintenance work.
• Always place hydraulic controls in neutral.
• Establish a Lock-Out, Tag-Out policy for the Then relieve pressure in hydraulic system
work site. Be sure all personnel are trained in before maintaining or working on machine.
and follow all procedures.
- Lock-out, tag-out all power sources before • Be sure that all components in the hydraulic
servicing the unit or working around system are kept in good condition and are clean.
equipment.
• Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened or
• Be familiar with machine hazard area. If anyone crimped hoses.
enters hazard areas, shut down machine
immediately. Clear the area before restarting. • Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the
hydraulic fittings or hoses by using tape,
• Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from clamps or cements. The hydraulic system
all moving/rotating parts. operates under extremely high-pressure.
Such repairs will fail suddenly and create a
• Do not allow riders on the conveyor hazardous and unsafe condition.
when moving or transporting it.
• Wear proper hand and eye protection
• Keep working area clean and free of debris to when searching for a high-pressure
prevent slipping/tripping. hydraulic leak. Use a piece of wood
or cardboard as backstop instead
• Stay away from overhead of hand to isolate/identify a leak.
obstructions and power lines during
operation and transporting. Electrocution can • If injured by a concentrated high-
occur without direct contact. pressure stream of hydraulic fluid,
seek medical attention immediately.
• Do not operate the conveyor when any guards Serious infection or toxic reaction
are removed. can develop from hydraulic fluid
piercing the skin surface.

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2.15 MAINTENANCE SAFETY 2.16 BATTERY SAFETY

• Review Section 4: Service and Maintenance, • Keep all sparks and flames away from battery,
before maintaining or operating the conveyor. as the gas given off by electrolyte is explosive.

• Follow good shop practices: • Avoid contact with battery electrolyte. Wash
- Keep service area clean and dry. off any spilled electrolyte immediately.
- Be sure electrical outlets and tools
are properly grounded. • Wear safety glasses when working
- Use adequate light for the job. near batteries.

• Place all controls in neutral or off. Stop engine, • Do not tip batteries more than 45 degrees, to
and remove ignition key. Wait for all moving avoid electrolyte loss.
parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing.
• To avoid injury from spark or short circuit,
• Relieve pressure from hydraulic disconnect battery ground cable before
circuit before servicing. servicing any part of electrical system.

• Before applying pressure to a • When storing conveyor for an extended period:

hydraulic system, ensure all - Remove the battery.
components are tight and that hoses - Be sure it is fully charged.
and couplings are in good condition. - Store it inside.
- Do not sit battery on a cold, concrete floor.
• Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing
away from all moving/rotating parts. • Before using the battery, after it has been in
storage, be sure it is charged.
• Replace parts with genuine factory
replacements parts to restore your equipment
to original specifications.
- Meridian Manufacturing Inc. will not
be responsible for injuries or damages
caused by using unapproved parts and/or
accessories.

• Make sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never

operate the engine in a closed building. The
exhaust fumes may cause asphyxiation.

• Clear the area of bystanders, especially

children, when carrying out any maintenance
and repairs or making any adjustments.

• Place stands or blocks under the frame before

working beneath the machine.

• Before resuming work, install and secure all

guards when maintenance work is completed.

• Replace damaged or not clearly visible decals.

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2.17 WORKPLACE HAZARD AREA

OVERHEAD WIRES
DO NOT RAISE CONVEYOR
KEEP AWAY
IN HIGH WIND

CONVEYOR AND
UNDERCARRIAGE
AREA HAZARD
KEEP AWAY

WHEEL CHOCKS

WHEEL CHOCKS

CONVEYOR DRIVE
AREA HAZARD
KEEP AWAY

KEEP OUT OF
CONVEYOR INTAKE
SHADED HAZARD AREA
AREA HAZARD
KEEP AWAY

WORK AREA
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL
ONLY

Fig 6 - Workplace hazard area

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2.18 TRANSPORT SAFETY

• The conveyor belt must be empty before

raising or lowering the tube.

• Always transport conveyor in collapsed position.

• Ensure all lights, reflectors, other lighting

requirements are installed and in good condition.

• Never allow riders on the conveyor.

• Comply with all local laws governing safety

and transporting equipment on public roads.

• Do not exceed a safe travel speed. Slow down

for rough terrain and when cornering.
OVERHEAD WIRES
• Stay away from overhead power lines. KEEP AWAY
Electrocution can occur without direct contact.

• Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic.

• Do not drink and drive.

• Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield

to oncoming traffic in all situations, including
narrow bridges, intersections, etc. Watch for
traffic when driving near or crossing roadways.

2.19 STORAGE SAFETY

• Store the conveyor on a firm, level surface.

• Store in an area away from human activity.

KEEP OUT OF
• If required, make sure the unit is solidly SHADED HAZARD AREA
blocked up.

• Remove the battery and store in dry location.

Do not sit battery on a cold, concrete floor.
Fig 7 - Transporting hazard area
• Make certain all mechanical locks are safely
and positively connected before storing.

• Do not permit children to play on or around the

stored machinery.

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Section 3: OPERATION

• Read and understand the Operator’s Manual, • Stay away from overhead obstructions and
and all safety decals, before using. power lines during operation. Electrocution
can occur without direct contact.
• Stop the engine/motor. Place all controls
in neutral, remove ignition key and wait for • Do not operate conveyor with guards
all moving parts to stop before servicing, removed.
adjusting, or repairing or unplugging.
• Chock wheels of conveyor before starting.
• Clear the area of bystanders, especially
children, before starting. • Be familiar with machine hazard area. If
anyone enters hazard areas, shut down
• Keep working area clean and free of debris machine immediately. Clear area before
to prevent slipping or tripping. restarting.

• Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away • Establish a lock-out, tag-out policy for the
from all moving and/or rotating parts. work site. Be sure all personnel are trained in
and follow all procedures. Lock-out tag-out
• Do not allow riders on the conveyor when all power sources before servicing the unit.
driving mover kit.

The Convey-All® conveyor has many features incorporated into it as a result of suggestions made by
customers like you.

Hazard controls and accident prevention are dependent upon the personnel operating and maintaining
it. Their awareness, concern, prudence and proper training are crucial.

It is the responsibility of the owner and operators to read this manual and to train all personnel before they
start working with the machine. By following recommended procedure, a safe working environment is
provided for the operator, co-workers and bystanders in the area around the work site.

By following the operating instructions, in conjunction with a good maintenance program, your conveyor
will provide many years of trouble free service.

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3.1 MACHINE COMPONENTS

The conveyor belt can be powered by a PTO Listed are of the main components and some of
driveline, electric, hydraulic, gas or diesel the options available on the various units.
engine. The drive system can be situated above * Positions may vary depending on the model.
the drive box on the tube, on the undercarriage, * Not all components appear on all conveyors:
or in a top-end drive (TED).
a. Main Conveyor Tube
A hand-operated winch or hydraulic cylinder(s) b. Standard Intake Hopper
will be used to raise or lower the tube. A tractor, c. Swing-Out Hopper
or a wet kit may supply the hydraulic system. d. Discharge Spout
e. A-Frame Undercarriage
Components may vary, and their positions may f. Scissor Lift Undercarriage
change depending on the options contained on g. Swing-Out Winch
the conveyor. h. Hopper Winch
i. Tube Lift Winch
j. Drive Box with Tension Springs
k. Engine/Motor Mount
l. Top End Drive (TED) (Optional)
m. Swing-Out Conveyor (Optional)

k a
d
b

j f

Fig 8 - 22100 bin fill conveyor

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a m
c g
d

f
h j

Fig 9 - 1690 conveyor with swing-out

a
d

Fig 10 - 1635-TED conveyor

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3.2 COMPONENTS AND CONTROLS

Before starting to work, all operators must

Table 1 - Power Requirements
familiarize themselves with the location and
ELECTRIC GAS DIESEL BELT TUBE
function of the components and controls of their MODEL HP HP DRIVE WIDTH DIAMETER
specific unit. 1235 7.5 13 n/a 12 10
1235-TED 5 n/a n/a 12 10
Options and locations may change without
1240-TED 5 n/a n/a 12 10
notice.
1245 7.5 13 n/a 12 10

Refer to the motor/engine manufacturer’s 1235-FL 7.5 13 n/a 12 10

manual for more detailed information. 1245-FL 7.5 13 n/a 12 10
1635 7.5 27 n/a 16 10
Gas Engine (Optional): 1645 10 27 n/a 16 10
For units with a gas engine, below are a 1635-FL 15 25 n/a 16 10
description of the controls: 1645-FL 15 25 n/a 16 10
1655 15 n/a n/a 16 10
Ignition Switch: 1670 20 n/a 40 16 10
This switch controls the electrical power to the
1675 20 n/a 40 16 10
engine electrical system.
1685 20 n/a 40 16 10
1690 20 n/a 40 16 10
Choke:
Close the choke valve for starting when the 16100 20 n/a 40 16 10
engine is cold. Slide, to open the choke as the 2235 15 n/a n/a 22 14
engine warms. ALWAYS open the choke fully 2245 15 n/a n/a 22 14
when operating the conveyor belt. 2265 25 n/a n/a 22 14
2270 30 n/a n/a 22 14
Throttle: 2275 30 n/a n/a 22 14
This lever controls engine RPM. 2285 40 n/a n/a 22 14
Engine should run slightly more than idle when 2290 40 n/a n/a 22 14
engaging the drive belt(s).
22100 40 n/a n/a 22 14
22110 50 n/a n/a 22 14

IMPORTANT: 22120 50 n/a n/a 22 14

Do not engage clutch when at full RPM.

Always run at maximum engine RPM

when operating the conveyor belt.

Engine Position: Fuel Shut-Off Switch:

This lever sets the position of the engine base. This switch controls the flow of fuel to the engine.
Move the lever up to slide the engine base • Open the valve and start the flow of fuel, to run
towards the drive pulley, disengaging the belt. the engine.
Move lever downward to engage drive belt. • Move the switch left to close the valve.
ALWAYS close the valve for transportation.
Always start or stop engine with drive belt
disengaged. Set the drive belt tension so it does
not slip during operation.

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Electric Motor (Optional):

Conveyors with the electric power option rely on
the dealer and customer to select a motor with
the appropriate horsepower.
• Hire a licensed electrician to provide power.

A variety of switches can be used.

Fig 11 - Electric motor

Hydraulic Wet Kit (Optional):

This option includes an electric motor to drive
the hydraulics, to raise and lower the conveyor
tube.

It could also be used to drive the conveyor on a

rail. This creates a self-contained unit.

Fig 12 - Hydraulics wet kit

Hydraulic Motor (Optional):

Position the power unit next to the conveyor,
and connect hydraulic hoses to the couplers.

Fig 13 - Hydraulic motor

Top End Drive (Optional):

Electric and hydraulic drives are available on
top-end drive (TED) units.

Chevron Belt with Alligator® Lacing:

Convey-All® conveyors use a 2 ply, 220 weight,
chevron belt with Alligator® Lacing.

Fig 14 - Top end drive (TED)

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PTO - End or Side Driveline (Optional):

ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD
Always cover driveline yokes and shafts
with guards. Keep hands, body parts, hair
and clothing away from moving parts.

The PTO driveline is connected to the conveyor’s

Fig 15 - End PTO
drive box.

IMPORTANT:
Do not move conveyor with PTO driveline
attached. System is not designed with
sufficient clearance for turning.

Note:
Position tractor to keep the U-Joint
angles equal and as small as possible.
27° or less is recommended.
Fig 16 - Side PTO

All PTO models are designed with a shear bolt

in the driveline to protect the drive system
components from an unexpected overload.
• If a bolt shears, remove the broken ends and
replace with genuine Convey-All® replacement
part.

Determine the cause of the overload and correct

before resuming work.

Fig 17 - Tube lift winch

Conveyor Tube Lift Winch:

Conveyors that are less than 45 feet long may
be designed with a manual winch and cable
pulley system to raise and lower the tube.
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD
The conveyor can be set at any angle between Do Not overwind winch.
12° and 40° when operating. Damage to the undercarriage may occur.

Note:
Do not position at more than 45°

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Ball Valve to Tube Lift Cylinder(s):

This valve controls the oil flow to hydraulic
cylinder that raises/lowers the tube.
• Open the valve to raise and lower the tube.
• Turn handle perpendicular to close the valve.

IMPORTANT:
Hydraulic valve must be fully opened
prior to lifting/lowering conveyor.

Valve must be closed fully when the Fig 18 - Hydraulic valve to conveyor tube cylinders
conveyor is to remain in fixed position,
this will prevent ram from creeping downward.

Canvas Hopper:
The hopper is designed with a spring-loaded
canvas frame. This will allow the truck box to
push the hopper edge down.

All hoppers have rubber flashing to seal the

junction between the conveyor belt and the Fig 19 - Collapsible canvas hopper
sides of the hopper.

Some hopper designs come with a clip on the

frame to hold the canvas sides down when
required.

UNEXPECTED MOVEMENT HAZARD

Do not release winch handle when ratchet lever
is in unlocked position with load on winch. Fig 20 - Hopper winch
Handle could spin violently causing injury.

Hopper Winch (Optional):

This winch is located on the side just above the
hopper. It is used to lower the canvas frame.

Railcar Hopper (Optional):

This hopper has a very low profile to allow
for positioning under a railroad car hopper. A
Fig 21 - Railcar hopper
manual winch is used to raise/lower the flaps.

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1200 Series Goose Neck Transition (Optional):

Hold-down wheels are used to in this type of
transition, between the hopper and incline
portion of the machine.

A special undercarriage and rollers are used for

this model.

It is necessary to regularly check the hold-down

wheels for wear on their rubber wrap.
Refer to Section 4.2.1, page 4-6 Fig 22 - Goose Neck transition

S-Neck Transition (Optional):

The conveyor belt is threaded through an “S”
pattern to transition between the hopper and
incline portion of the unit.

A special undercarriage and rollers are used for

this model.
Fig 23 - S-Neck transition
BELT TRACKING DIA FOR
SPRING TENSION TCSNH-10
BELT a
b TRACKING DIA FOR
Spring Tension Drive (S-Drive) Box:
SPRING TENSION TCSNH-10
Used on conveyors 52.5’ and shorter.
This drive box has a large 10” Drive Roller. The
5” pinch roller gives more belt-to-drive roller
contact.

Fig 24 - Drive box; 5” pinch roller (a), 10” drive roller (b)

Positive Pinch Drive Box:

Used on conveyors 55’ and longer. a b
This drive box uses the sliding Pinch Roller to
maintain positive pressure on the Drive Roller.
As more product is loaded, the Pinch Roller
automatically increases its pressure on the Drive
Roller.

BELT TRACKING DIA FOR

Fig 25 - Drive box, pinch roller (a) & drive roller (b)
POSITIVE PINCH DRIVE
BELT TRACKING DIA FOR
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Discharge Spout:
The discharge spout may be plastic or metal.
It is designed with six settings to allow it to be
angled.
• Angle the spout back if product needs to be
directed further out, rather than straight down.
• Remove the brackets and flip the spout back
to throw the product as far as possible. This
works well when making piles or working
inside buildings.

Fig 26 - Discharge spout

Discharge w/Electric Actuator (Optional):

On certain models, the discharge spout is
available with 12 volt DC electric tilt control.

Fig 27 - Discharge spout with electric actuator

Swing-Out Conveyor (Optional):

85 feet and longer conveyors may be equipped
with a swing-out conveyor. Refer to Section 3.3

Fig 28 - Swing-out conveyor

AXLE FAILURE HAZARD
Always retract axles for transportation.

Axle Adjustment (Optional).

2200 series conveyors, 85 feet and longer, may
be equipped with an adjustable axle.
• The undercarriage is designed with an axle
that is 12 feet wide. This option gives two
extra settings; 14 feet and 16 feet.
• Widen the wheels when the frame is positioned
at a steep angle.
• Retract when preparing to move or transport. Fig 29 - Axle adjustment

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A-Frame Undercarriage:
This type of undercarriage uses a manual winch
to raise and lower the tube.

Scissor Lift Undercarriage:

This undercarriage uses hydraulic cylinders to
raise and lower the tube.

Fig 30 - A-Frame undercarriage

Cable Bridging:
The cable bridging on all conveyors needs to be
adjusted periodically to ensure tube is straight
vertically and horizontally.
Refer to Section 4.2.4

Working Lights Packages (Optional):

The conveyor may be equipped with working
lights. They are positioned to illuminate the
hopper and discharge ends of the machine. Fig 31 - Scissor lift undercarriage

Transport Light Packages (Optional):

On certain models, a 12 volt DC transport light
package is available. The wiring harness plugs
into the tow vehicle.

Angle of Operation Indicator:

On the drive box, is a decal to assist in calculating
the operating angle. Fig 32 - Working lights
• Hold a weighted string against the arrow
(above the Convey-All® logo).
• Read, on the graph, where the string lies.

36-1800-0004 Fig 33 - Decals on drive box

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3.3 SWING-OUT CONVEYOR

(OPTIONAL)

The swing-out conveyor is an extension of the

main tube conveyor. The discharge of the swing-
out is attached above the hopper on the main
conveyor. A hoist is used to raise the swing-out
hopper for transport.

The swing-out can swivel 270º.

The swing-out conveyor is available as: Fig 34 - Swing-Out conveyor

• A manual drive unit, where it is pushed around
the main conveyor.
• A hydraulic drive unit.
• An Auger Jogger electric drive unit.

The 1600 Swing-Out hangs from it’s hoist at the

front of the hopper.

The 2200 Swing-Out hangs from the transition.

Fig 35 - Hopper winch

Hopper:
The swing-out is designed with a spring-loaded
canvas frame.
• The canvas frame can be lowered or raised
with a manual winch.

Swing-Out Wheels:
Wheels are situated at the front of the hopper,
to roll the swing-out around the main conveyor.
The swing-out may be equipped as followed:
Fig 36 - Hopper wheels
• Manual drive have no drive motors on the
wheels.
• Hydraulic drive mover kit, use a manual valve
or remote control to drive it.
• Auger Jogger electrical drive mover kit, have
buttons on the control box. It also comes with
a key fob remote control.

Fig 37 - Swing-Out mover kit

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Discharge Spout:
The discharge spout is attached to the main
conveyor above it’s hopper. The spout can tilt
and rotate as needed with the movement of the
swing-out.

Fig 38 - Swing-out discharge to main conveyor hopper

Swing-Out Winch:
• Manual winch (if equipped), it is located on the
side of the main conveyor hopper. A cable is
attached by a hook to the end of the hopper. It
is used to raise and lower the swing-out.
• Hydraulic winch (if equipped), sits on top
of the tube, above the drive box. Use the
hydraulic valve on the swing-out to raise/lower
the swing-out.
• Auger Jogger electric winch (if equipped) will
sit on
Fig 39 - Swing-out winch
Remove the winch cable hook (a), from the end
of the swing-out hopper, when the swing-out is
sitting on the ground. Then, the swing-out can
be moved into position.

Transport Hooks:
There are 2 hooks at the end of short chains (b).

When the swing-out is raised off the ground, b a

with the winch. Attach both hooks to the eyelets Fig 40 - 1600 Series: Transport hooks (b), Winch hook (a)
on either of the hopper frame.

This will relieve pressure from the winch. It will

also secure the swing-out for transportation or
storage.

b a
Fig 41 - 2200 series: Transport hooks (b), Winch hook (a)

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Hydraulic Drive Motor:

The swing-out conveyor belt is run by hydraulics.
It needs to an external source, such as a tractor.

Fig 42 - Hydraulic motor

Hydraulic Valve Bank:

d e c
A set of 1, 2 or 3 hydraulic valves (depending on
options) located above the hopper of the swing-
out, operates the following functions:
(c) Conveyor belt control. The belt rotates in
only one direction.
(d) Drives the wheels, moving the swing-out
around the main conveyor.
(e) Raises/Lowers the swing-out’s mover kit
wheels, lifting the hopper off the ground.

Fig 43 - Hydraulic valves

Valve Adjustments:
The hydraulics on every tractor is set at a
different flow rate or pressure. Therefore, the
mover kit valve can be adjusted to run at the
desired speed for the operator.
(f) The set screw with lock nut is the speed
adjustment for the mover kit. There is another
set screw on the back side of the valve bank,
which must also be adjusted.
- Twist set screw IN to slow the wheels f g
- Twist it OUT to speed up the wheels Fig 44 - Valve adjustment

(g) IMPORTANT: The set screw, for the

conveyor belt valve, needs no adjustment.
It has been preset by the factory.

f
Fig 45 - Valve adjustment, rear of bank

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Auger Jogger Electric Mover Kit (Optional):

On the swing-out tube is the control box to
operate the wheels, which moves the swing-out
around the main conveyor.

Fig 46 - Electric controls for mover kit

There are buttons on the box to control the

mover wheels.

Fig 47 - Auger Jogger mover kit

A key fob is also included with the unit.

Fig 48 - Key fob for remote controlled actions

Auger Jogger Electric Winch (Optional):

The electric winch is attached to the hoist arm.

Fig 49 - Electric winch

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3.4 MACHINE BREAK-IN 3.5 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST

There is no operational restrictions on the Efficient and safe operation of the conveyor
conveyor when used for the first time. requires that each operator knows the operating
procedures.
The conveyor belt alignment is set at the factory,
to track correctly without carrying a load. It is important for both the personal safety and
maintaining the good mechanical condition of
the machine that this checklist is followed.
Before Starting Work:
1. Read conveyor and engine/motor manuals. Before operating the conveyor, and each
time thereafter, the following areas should be
2. Run the unit for half an hour to seat the checked.
conveyor belt and hopper flashing. It is
normal for rubber from the flashing to be 1. Check worksite. Clean up working area to
expelled out the discharge and form a prevent slipping or tripping.
pattern on the belt.
2. Be sure that the battery (if equipped) is
fully charged. If needed, charge the battery
After Operating or Transporting for 1/2 hour: before connecting it with the battery cables.
3. Re-torque all the wheel bolts, and fasteners.
3. Lubricate and service the machine as per
4. Check fuel, engine oil and hydraulic oil levels. the schedule outlined in the Section 4.2.

5. During the conveyors first few minutes of 4. Check that all guards are installed, secured
operation, check belt tension and alignment and functioning as intended. Do not operate
to ensure the factory preset does not vary with missing or damaged shields.
under loaded conditions.
5. Check that all drive belts and conveyor belt
6. Check the flashing seal on the hopper. If any are properly tensioned and aligned. Ensure
product comes out of the hopper around they are not frayed or damaged.
the flashing; stop the belt, loosen flashing Refer to the Maintenance Section.
mounting screws and adjust. Retighten
anchor screws and try again. Repeat until 6. Be sure conveyor wheels are chocked.
no product is lost.
7. Check that discharge and intake hopper
7. Check the condition of all hydraulic lines, hoses, areas are free of obstructions.
connections and electrical cables. Repair or
replace any damaged system components.

8. Check that all guards are installed and

UPENDING HAZARD
function as intended.
Anchor or support conveyor during operation.
When lower half empties of material, the
weight balance transfers to the discharge end
After Operating For 5 Hours and 10 Hours:
of the machine, which can cause upending.
Repeat steps 1 through 8 above.

Service and maintain the conveyor as defined in

Section 4: Service and Maintenance.

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3.6 ATTACHING TO TOW VEHICLE

8. Remove and store the jack.

9. Close the hydraulic valves.

ELECTROCUTION HAZARD
Ensure enough clearance from overhead
10. Turn off engine or disconnect the electric
obstructions, power lines or other equipment.
motor.

1. Clear the working area of bystanders,

especially small children.
3.6.1 Units with Hydraulic Lift and/or Hitch:
1. Use a clean rag or paper towel to clean the
2. Ensure that there is sufficient room and
dirt from around the coupler on the hose end
clearance to move the conveyor.
and on the tractor.

2. Connect the hose to the tractor coupler. Be

PTO DAMAGE LIKELY sure the coupler is securely seated.
Do not move the conveyor with - Route the hose to prevent pinching rubbing
PTO driveline attached to the tractor. or binding. Allow enough slack for raising
and lowering. Keep the hose away from
moving parts.
3. If the conveyor is in a working position:
- Move the conveyor away from the bin and 3. Open the valve in the hydraulic line and use
into the open. the controls in the tractor to raise or lower
- Lower the tube to it’s collapsed position. the conveyor.

4. Close the valve(s) when the conveyor is in its

collapsed position.
UPENDING HAZARD 5. Before transporting, refer to Section 3.10.
The machine is closely balanced. Do not
lift unless there is downward weight
on the hopper end to prevent upending.

4. Raise the hopper with the jack.

- Insert the drawbar.

5. Align the tow vehicle’s hitch with the drawbar

of the conveyor while backing up.

6. Set park brake before dismounting tow

vehicle.

7. Install the pin with its retainer clip, to connect

the tow vehicle. Fig 50 - Hydraulic tube lift ball valve
- Secure the safety chain.

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3.7 CONVEYOR PLACEMENT

Follow this procedure when placing the conveyor
into its working position:
UPENDING HAZARD
1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially
Always check the weight of the
small children, before starting.
hopper end to prevent upending.
2. Transport the conveyor to the working area.
Refer to Section 3.10
6. Stake or weigh down the hopper end to
prevent upending when the machine is
emptying.

ELECTROCUTION HAZARD 7. Disconnect hydraulic hose and close

Ensure enough clearance from overhead hydraulic lift valve (if equipped) to lock unit
obstructions, power lines or other equipment. in position.

HIGH WIND HAZARD EQUIPMENT DAMAGE LIKELY

Do not operate or leave conveyor fully Remove Transport Pins from the
raised, in high winds. It may blow over, Hydraulic Hitch before operation.
damaging structures and equipment.

8. If equipped with Hydraulic Hitch:

3. Raise the conveyor into position, and lower The two transport pins must be removed
the hopper to the ground. from the optional hydraulic hitch before the
- Use the tractor hydraulics, self-contained conveyor is operated.
hydraulics, or manual winch. - Extensive damage to the equipment may
occur if they are left in place.

IMPORTANT:
To prevent damage to tube and belt,
do not rest it on any structure.

4. Place chocks around each wheel.

SAFETY HAZARD
Remove drawbar from conveyor to prevent
interference and clear a tripping hazard.

Fig 51 - Transport pins on hydraulic hitch

5. Remove and store the drawbar, if not needed.

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3.8 OPERATING ON SITE

When operating the conveyor, follow this 7. Place chocks against tractor tires, set park
procedure: brake.

1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially 8. Check that the guard rotates freely and the
small children, before starting. driveline telescopes easily.
- Should anyone enter this area, stop the - If not, clean, lubricate or repair as required
machine immediately. before installing.

2. Review the Pre-Operation Checklist before 9. Depress pin on yoke to retract lock pin. Slide
starting. Refer to Section 3.5 the yoke over the tractor shaft. Stop when
the lock pin clicks into position in the groove.
3. Check that all guards are in place and
functioning. 10. Pull on the yoke to be sure it is locked into
shaft.

11. Check that the yokes on the driveline are

3.8.1 Attach PTO driveline (if equipped): secured to their respective shafts.
4. Back the tractor to 10 to 12 feet from
conveyor, then prepare the equipment
before connection.
- Clean the splines on the shaft and in the
yoke.

5. Bring the Constant Velocity PTO shaft in line

with the tractor’s coupler.

6. Drive the tractor closer, to within 7 feet.

- Connect the PTO yoke from the conveyor.

PTO DAMAGE LIKELY

Fig 52 - End PTO
Do not move the conveyor with
PTO driveline attached to the tractor.

IMPORTANT:
The CV PTO shaft must not exceed
84 inches (213 cm) in overall length,
as stated in manufacturer’s documentation.

Note:
Position the tractor to keep U-Joint angles
equal and as small as possible. Fig 53 - Tractor connections
27° or less is recommended.

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3.8.2 Starting Conveyor:

PTO Drive Model: Electric Motor Model:
1. Place all controls in neutral. 1. IMPORTANT: Have licenced electrician
provide power to the motor.
2. Start tractor and run at low idle.
2. Plug the power cord, from master panel, into
3. Slowly engage the PTO clutch. conveyor motor.

4. Increase engine speed to have a PTO speed 3. Turn the power on at the power source.
of 300 or 350 RPM depending on model.
4. Turn conveyor motor on.
5. Start the flow of product and unload into the
conveyor hopper. 5. Start to unload product into the hopper.

Gas Engine Model: Hydraulic Motor Model:

1. Disengage belt drive. 1. Clean the dirt from around the coupler on
the hose end and on the tractor.
2. Move throttle to its idle position.
2. Connect the hose to the tractor coupler. Be
3. Close the choke if the engine is cold. sure the coupler is securely seated.

4. Turn the ignition key clockwise to start the 3. Start hydraulic power source.
engine.
- Release the key when the engine starts. 4. Turn on conveyor hydraulic system.

5. Run for 2-3 minutes to allow the engine to 5. Start the flow of product and unload into the
warm. conveyor hopper.

6. Engage the belt drive when the engine is

running just above idle.

Note:
Do not engage drive belt
when engine is at full RPM.

7. Now, increase engine speed to full throttle.

8. Begin to unload product into the conveyor

hopper.
Fig 54 - Unload into hopper

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3.8.3 Stopping Conveyor: 3.8.4 Emergency Stopping:

PTO model: Although it is recommended that the conveyor
1. Stop unloading. belt be emptied before stopping, in an emergency
- Wait for the conveyor belt to empty. situation, stop or shut-down the power source
immediately.
2. Reduce tractor engine speed to low idle.
See to the emergency.
3. Disengage PTO clutch.
Correct the situation before resuming work.
4. Shut off tractor engine and remove ignition
key.

3.8.5 Restarting after Emergency Stop:

When the conveyor is shut down inadvertently
Gas Engine Model: or in an emergency, the conveyor belt will still be
1. Stop unloading. covered with product.
- Wait for the conveyor belt to empty.
Remove as much product from the hopper as
2. Move the engine throttle to idle position. possible.

3. Disengage belt drive. Since the start-up torque loads are much higher
than normal when the belt is full, restart at a low
4. Shut off engine and remove ignition key. RPM (if possible).

It may be necessary to tighten the drive belt(s)

slightly to handle the heavier, than normal, loads.
Electric Motor Model:
1. Stop unloading.
- Wait for the conveyor belt to empty.
3.8.6 Unplugging:
2. Turn the power off on the conveyor. In unusual moisture, crop or product conditions,
the machine can become plugged. When
3. Turn the power off at the main panel. unplugging, follow this procedure:
- Unplug the power cord.
1. Place all controls in neutral or off, stop the
engine/motor and disable power source.
- Wait for all belts to stop rotating.
Hydraulic Motor Model:
1. Stop unloading. 2. Lock-out, tag-out the controls.
- Wait for the conveyor belt to empty.
3. Remove as much product as possible from
2. Use the hydraulic valve to stop the conveyor the discharge and hopper areas.
belt.
4. Reposition the conveyor if the discharge
3. Turn off the power source. area plugs due to a lack of clearance.

5. Restart unit in similar manner as after an

emergency stop. Refer to Section 3.8.4

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3.8.7 1200 Series Goose Neck (TCGN)

with Hold-Down Wheels:
In situations where the conveyor belt jams or is
overtightened, the belt can come out from under
the hold-down wheels at the transition point.
To correct situation:

1. Run until machine is empty or remove all

product from the belt.

2. Place all controls in neutral or off, stop the

engine/motor and disable power source. Fig 55 - Transition cover
- Wait for all belts to stop rotating.

3. Loosen the conveyor belt into its loosest

position.

4. Remove the transition cover.

5. Push the conveyor belt back underneath the

hold-down wheels.

6. Reset the belt tension and alignment.

Refer to Section 4.3.1 and 4.3.2 Fig 56 - Hold-down wheel location

7. Install and secure transition cover.

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3.9 OPERATING HINTS

• Keep the hopper full for maximum capacity. • Belt Tension:
Most efficient results will be obtained when There may be a rapid decrease in belt tension
flow of incoming product is directed at the top during the first few hours of operation until the
of the hopper (closer to the tube). belt has worn in.

• Always listen for any unusual sounds or The correct operating tension is the lowest
noises. If any are heard, stop the machine and tension at which the belt will not slip under
determine the source. Correct the problem peak load conditions.
before resuming work.
• Operating Angle:
• Do not run the machine for long periods of The hydraulic lift can set the tube angle at any
time with no product on the belting. This will position between 12° and 30° when operating.
increase the wear. Try to run only when moving Because the belt does not have roll-back
product. barriers, the product will roll-back if the angle
is too steep. Do not position at more than 30°.
• Do not move the machine by hand. Always
use a tractor.
Note:
• Do not support the discharge end directly on The lower the angle,
the truck, trailer or storage facility. the greater the capacity.

• Stake the hopper or weigh it down to prevent

upending. • On the PTO drive models, align the tractor axis
with the conveyor input shaft to minimize the
• For better performance, use a transfer or angles of the universal joints on the driveline.
drive-over conveyor, to move product from the
storage facility or truck to the bin fill conveyor’s
hopper.

• The hopper is designed with flashing to seal

the junction of the belt with the sides of the
hopper. It must be kept in good condition
to prevent product from “leaking” out of the
hopper. Replace flashing if leakage occurs.

• Belt Speed:
The best results are obtained when the drive is
set to provide a belt speed of 600 ft/min.

Count the number of belt revolutions per

unit time to determine belt speed. Use the
belt lacing as a reference when counting belt
revolutions.
Fig 57 - Drive-over feeding bin fill conveyor
Contact your dealer or the factory for the
appropriate drive components to give the
recommended belt speed.

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3.10 TRANSPORTATION
Convey-All® conveyors are designed to be 10. Raise the jack.
easily and conveniently moved from place to - Remove and store it.
place.
11. Ensure the SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle)
When transporting the conveyor, follow this emblem, all lights and reflectors, required
procedure: by local highway and transport authorities,
are in place.
- They must be clean and clearly visible by
all overtaking and oncoming traffic.
PTO DAMAGE LIKELY
12. Do not allow riders on the conveyor.
Do not move the conveyor with
PTO driveline attached to the tractor.
13. Slowly pull away from the working area.
- Be sure everything is connected, and
nothing is hanging loose.
1. Disconnect PTO driveline (if equipped) from
the tractor.
14. Keep to the right and yield the right-of-way
- Store in its cradle on the conveyor frame.
to allow faster traffic to pass. Drive on the
road shoulder, if permitted by law.
2. Refer to Section 3.6: Attaching to Tow Vehicle.
15. Never travel across slopes of more than 20º.
3. Ensure the conveyor is ready for transport:
It is better to go straight up and down.
- It is in fully collapsed position.
- Swing-out (if equipped) is stowed securely.
16. It is not recommended that the conveyor be
- Hydraulic lines (if equipped) are closed.
transported faster than 80km/h (50mph).
- Drawbar is attached using anchor pin,
retainer and safety chain.
17. During periods of limited visibility, use pilot
vehicles or add extra lights to the conveyor.
4. Be sure all bystanders are clear of the
machine.
18. Always use hazard flashers on the tow
vehicle when transporting unless prohibited
5. Hitch conveyor to the tow vehicle.
by law.
- Secure the safety chains.

6. Remove chocks from around the wheels.

7. Adjustable axles (if equipped):

- Move them into their narrowest position.

8. Hydraulic hitch (if equipped):

- Insert the two transport pins to lock the
hitch in place.

9. Transport lights (if equipped):

- Connect wiring harness to towing vehicle.
- Secure across the hitch with clips, zip ties
or tape.
Fig 58 - Transport pins on hydraulic hitch

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3.11 STORAGE
After the season’s use, or when the conveyor 8. Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to
will not be used for an extended period of time, prevent rusting.
it should be thoroughly inspected and prepared
for storage. 9. Select an area that is dry, level and free of
debris.
Repair or replace any worn or damaged - If the machine cannot be placed inside,
components to prevent unnecessary down-time cover the engine with a waterproof
next season. tarpaulin and tie securely in place.

For a long, trouble-free life, this procedure 10. Remove the engine ignition key (if equipped).
should be followed when preparing the machine - Store in a memorable location.
for storage:
11. Do not allow children to play on or around
1. Remove all left over product or residue from unit.
the hopper and inside tube.

2. Inspect all moving or rotating parts and IMPORTANT:

remove anything which has become If conveyor has been stored for over 6 months,
entangled. run engine for 2-3 minutes. Then change oil,
while still warm, to remove any condensation.
3. Wash the entire machine thoroughly using a
water hose or pressure washer to remove all
dirt, mud, debris or residue.
- Wash on top and under the belt.
- Clean inside the tube.

4. Inspect all hydraulic hoses, fittings, lines,

couplers and valves.
- Tighten any loose fittings.
- Replace any hose that is badly cut, nicked
or abraded or is separating from the
crimped end of the fitting.
Fig 59 - Collapsed position
5. Lubricate all grease fittings.
Refer to Section 4.2.3
- Ensure all grease cavities have been filled
with grease to remove any water residue
from having been washing.

6. Check the condition of the conveyor belt.

Replace if necessary.

7. Remove the battery (if equipped).

- Be sure it is fully charged.
- Store it inside.
- Do not sit the battery on a cold, concrete Fig 60 - Collapsed position
floor.

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Section 4: SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

• Review the Operator’s Manual and all safety • Before applying pressure to a hydraulic
items before maintaining the conveyor. system, make sure all components are tight,
hoses and couplings are in good condition.
• Clear the area of bystanders, especially
children, before repairing or adjusting. • Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away
from all moving and/or rotating parts.
• Before servicing, repairing or unplugging;
place controls in neutral, stop engine, • Make sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never
remove ignition key and wait for moving operate the engine in a closed building. The
parts to stop. exhaust fumes may cause asphyxiation.

• Follow good shop practices: • Place stands or blocks under frame before
- Keep service area clean and dry. working beneath the unit.
- Be sure electrical outlets and tools are
properly grounded. • When maintenance is complete, before
- Use adequate light for the job at hand. resuming work, install and secure all guards.

• Relieve pressure from the hydraulic circuit • Keep decals clean, replace if not readable.
before servicing.

By following the operating instructions, in conjunction with a good maintenance program, your conveyor
will provide many years of trouble free service.

4.1 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS

Fuel and Engine Oil (if equipped): Hydraulic Oil (if equipped):
Refer to the engine’s operator manual for Use an ISO grade 32 hydraulic oil for all operating
specific information. conditions (Hydrex MV32 or comparable).
- Reservoir capacity varies depending on model.

Grease:
Use an SAE multipurpose high temperature
grease with extreme pressure (EP) performance.
Also acceptable, SAE multipurpose lithium 3622000003
based grease. Fig 61 - Hydraulic oil decal

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Storing Lubricants:
Your machine can operate at top efficiency only
if clean lubricants are used. Use clean containers
to handle all lubricants.

Store them in an area protected from dust,

moisture and other contaminants.

4.1.1 Greasing:

GREASING HAZARD
Too much grease causes excessive overheating.
Under-greasing accelerates equipment wear.

No grease should be seen around bearings.

If there is, too much grease was applied
and the seal has ruptured!

13000006014
IMPORTANT: Fig 62 - Lubricate decal
Grease bearings only one pump per month
under normal usage conditions.

Bearing greasing frequency should be

determined by usage and conditions.

1. Use a hand-held grease gun for all greasing.

2. Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before

greasing, to avoid injecting dirt and grit.

3. All bearings are greasable, but require only

minimal grease.

Recommended greasing is one small stroke

every month. Be careful not to over-grease
as this may push the seal out.

4. Replace and repair broken fittings immediately.

5. If fittings will not take grease, remove and

clean thoroughly. Also clean lubricant
passageway. Replace fitting if necessary.

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4.2 SERVICING INTERVALS

Use the Service Record provided on page 4-21,

to keep a record of all scheduled maintenance.

The conveyor belt alignment is preset to run

true under a condition of no load. It is important
to check alignment and make adjustments, if
required, during the initial few minutes of loaded
operation.

Check bearings for wear daily.

The following recommended periods are based

on normal operating conditions. Severe or
unusual conditions may require more frequent
lubrication and oil changes.

Schedules may vary depending on options and

engine model contained in your equipment.

IMPORTANT:
For engine servicing and maintenance, Fig 63 - Countershaft
refer to it’s manual for complete details.

4.2.1 Every 10 Hours or Daily:

Electric Drive Units:
1. Grease countershaft bearings (if equipped).

PTO Drive Units:

Fig 64 - End PTO Longitudinal Shaft

ROTATING PART HAZARD

Turn off engine/motor. Disconnect power
source. Wait for PTO to stop moving.

IMPORTANT:
Keep the PTO shaft and yokes
well greased at all times.

2. Grease PTO shaft and yokes.

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3. Grease End PTO model longitudinal shaft

(2 locations).

Gas Engine Units:

4. Check fuel level. Add as required.

5. Check engine oil level. Add as required.

6. Clean air filter.

Fig 65 - Gas engine
7. Grease countershaft bearings.

Fig 66 - Fuel tank

All Conveyors:
8. Inspect conveyor belt lacing for wear.

9. Inspect all rollers and bearings for play and

wear.
- Replace if necessary.

Fig 67 - Belt lacing and roller

10. Check hydraulic oil level (if equipped).

Fig 68 - Hydraulic reservoir

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4.2.2 Every 50 Hours or Weekly:

11. Check the conveyor belt tension.
- Watch the tension more often while
breaking-in the conveyor, because the belt
may stretch. Refer to Section 4.3.1
- Note: A properly tensioned belt will not
slip when in operation.

12. Check the conveyor belt alignment.

- How the belt is aligned to the rollers must
be checked at the hopper, transition, drive
box and discharge. Fig 69 - Tension bolts, Spring Tension Drive Box
- Watch the alignment more frequently
during the first 10 hours of operation. It
usually seats itself and can be checked
weekly after that. Refer to Section 4.3.2

13. Check the condition of the rubber, hopper

flashing. Be sure it still seals the hopper to
prevent leaking.
- If any product leaks out of the hopper
around the flashing, loosen flashing
mounting screws and adjust. Retighten
anchor screws and try running the Fig 70 - Tension bolts, Positive Pinch Drive Box
conveyor again. Repeat until no grain is
lost.
- If the flashing is stuck to the belt, manually
peel the flashing up and off the hopper.
Replace it if necessary.

Gas or Electric Drive Units:

14. Check drive belt tension.
Refer to Section 4.3.6

15. Check pulley alignment. Fig 71 - Hopper

Refer to Section 4.3.7

Hydraulic Drive Units and

Units with Swing-Out Conveyor:
16. Inspect the coupler between the hydraulic
drive (if equipped) and the drive box, for wear.

17. Oil hydraulic drive coupler or chain (if

equipped).
Fig 72 - Hydraulic drive

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4.2.3 Every 100 Hour or Monthly:

Note:
Recommended greasing is one small stroke
every month. Be careful not to over-grease
as this may push the seal out.

18. Grease hopper roller bearings.

19. Grease transition roller bearings (if equipped). Fig 73 - Hopper and tail roller

20. Grease drive box roller bearings (if equipped).

21. Grease discharge roller bearings.

Units Equipped with Swing-Out:

22. Grease hopper, transition and discharge
roller bearings.

Fig 74 - Transition roller bearings

Fig 75 - Discharge

1200 Series Goose Neck (TCGN) Models:

23. Check hold-down wheels for wear on rubber
wrap.
- Replace if necessary.
- Refer to Section 4.3.9

Fig 76 - Goose Neck hold-down wheel transition

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4.2.4 Every 200 Hours or Annually:

PTO Drive Units:
24. Change the oil in the PTO gearbox.

Gas Engine Units:

25. Refer to the engine manual for specific
service and maintenance schedules.
- Change engine oil and filter.
- Change in-line fuel filter.
- Change engine air filter. Fig 77 - Gas Engine

26. If equipped with a battery, test its charge.

- It should retain its maximum charge.

Units equipped with a Hydraulic Reservoir:

27. Take a hydraulic oil sample and send it to a
lab for particle count analysis.
- Change oil if necessary.

28. Change the hydraulic oil filter. Fig 78 - Engine, battery and hydraulics

All Conveyors:
29. Grease upper lift bearings
(A-frame undercarriage).

30. Grease both ends of conveyor lift cylinder

(scissor lift undercarriage).

Fig 79 - Upper Lift Bearings

Fig 80 - Tube Lift Cylinder

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31. Check that the tube is straight, horizontally

and vertically.
- If adjustment if necessary, take tension off
the cables by supporting the tube

Note:
A thin strap can be fed between the tube
and windguard, around the bottom of
the tube and out the other side. Then, it
can be supported by a winch or forklift.
Fig 81 - Cable Bridging Eye Bolts

- Adjust eyebolts at the hopper end.

- Remove support from the tube to view the
result of the adjustment.
- Repeat process until the tube is straight.

32. Repack the wheel bearings.

33. Wash the entire machine thoroughly using a

water hose or pressure washer to remove all
dirt, mud, debris or residue.
- Wash the outside. Fig 82 - Eyebolts and cable bridging
- Wash around the hopper.
- Leave the belt running while washing
inside the tube and around the belt.

Fig 83 - Wheels

Fig 84 - Clean conveyor

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4.3 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

By following a careful service and maintenance Spring Tension Drive Box (S-Drive) Units:
program for your machine, you will enjoy many Shorter conveyors, have yellow washers
years of trouble-free service. sandwiched between tension bolt and spring.

Reference the tension indicator on the outside of

Note: each spring. Line up the yellow washer with the
Refer to the engine manual for complete arrows in the window. Using the indicator, the
details on your particular model. tension bolt springs will measure 3-3/4” (95 mm).

Note:
If belt needs more or less slack,
ROTATING BELT HAZARD
stop belt, and turn off engine.
Turn off engine, lock-out power and
Move hopper roller 1/4 to 1/2 inch.
wait for all components to stop moving
Tension the belt at the drive box.
before adjusting the belt.

To check belt position, idle the engine,

IMPORTANT:
then rotate the belt slowly.
If tensioning the belt while it is running,
adjust in small incriminates,
alternating between the two bolts often.
This will keep the belt aligned.
4.3.1 Conveyor Belt Tension:
The tension of the belt should be checked
weekly, or more often if required, to be sure that
it does not slip under load.

Top-End Drive Units:

1. Loosen the tail roller bearing housing bolts.

2. Move the adjustment bolts to correct the

belt’s tension.
Fig 85 - Tail roller adjustment bolt
3. Tighten the roller bearing housing.

4. Adjust equally on the other side to maintain

alignment.

Note:
To measure the belt tension,
push on the underside of the belt.
It should move up to 4 inches (10 cm).
Any more than that and the
belt needs more tension.
Fig 86 - S-Drive drive box tension bolts w/ tension indicator

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Positive Pinch Drive Box Units:

Used on conveyors 55’ and longer.
Longer tube conveyors have Positive Pinch
Drive.

When loading on the belt gets heavier, the

pinch roller tightens against the drive roller in
proportion. This provides more torque

Tighten the tension bolts completely.

When the conveyor belt is tensioned correctly, Fig 87 - Tension Bolt

the arm at the end of the spring should sit
vertical. It can also be angled back, away from
the tension bolt by as much as 2 inches. This
indicates that the belt is well adjusted and is a
good length. See Figure 97

The arm should never be angled towards the

tension bolt. This indicates the belt is too long.
Measure the angle. If the belt angles 2 inches
away from vertical, cut and re-lace the belt 4
inches shorter.
Fig 88 - Belt length indicator
If the arm touches the far right edge (away from
the tension bolt), the belt is too short. Remove
and replace with longer belt.

Swing-Out Conveyor Belt Tension:

If equipped with a swing-out conveyor, tension
its belt as follows:

1. Loosen the tail roller bearing housings on

both sides.
Fig 89 - Swing-out tail roller bearing
2. Adjust the tension bolt.

3. Tighten the tail roller bearing housing.

IMPORTANT:
Adjust both sides equally to
maintain the belt alignment.

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4.3.2 Conveyor Belt Alignment:

Belt Alignment at Tail Roller:
1. Rotate the conveyor belt slowly, and check
the position of the belt on the tail roller.
BELT DAMAGE HAZARD
Alignment of the belt must be checked
Note:
at the hopper, drive box and discharge.
If belt is out of alignment,
Inspect weekly. Unaligned belt will
it will move to the loose side.
cause damage and void warranty.
Tighten loose side or loosen tight side.

2. Adjust one side of roller at a time.

BEARING FAILURE - Loosen the bearing housing, then adjust.
If a roller is replaced, ensure both ends are
evenly aligned with the frame before running. 3. Tighten the adjustment bolt against housing.
If not, bearing failure may occur.
4. Tighten the tail roller bearing housing.

The belt is properly aligned when it runs in the 5. Rotate the conveyor belt slowly, and check
centre of all rollers. the position of the belt on the hopper roller.
- Repeat steps until the belt is centred.
Check frequently during the first few minutes
of operation with a new belt, and then several 6. Replace housing guard.
times during the first 10 hours.

The new belt normally seats itself during the

first 10 hours of operation and can be checked
weekly after that.

ROTATING BELT HAZARD

Idle the engine, then rotate the belt
slowly when checking alignment.
Turn off engine when adjusting rollers.

Fig 90 - Hopper tail roller bearing

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Spring Tension Drive Box Belt Alignment:

BELT TRACKING DIA FOR
If necessary to adjust the position of the belt
inside the drive box, use drive roller to make the SPRING TENSION TCSNH-10
adjustments. b a

1. Adjust one side of the drive roller at a time. BELT TRACKING DIA FOR
- Loosen the bearing housing, then adjust. SPRING TENSION TCSNH-10

2. Tighten the bearing housing.

3. Run the belt a couple of revolutions and

check the alignment.
- Repeat steps until the belt runs centred.
Fig 91 - Spring tension drive box:
10” drive roller (a), 5” pinch roller (b)
4. Replace the bearing housing guard.

Positive Pinch Drive Box Belt Alignment:

a b
Aligning the belt, so it tracks down the centre of
the drive roller, is counter-intuitive! It is opposite
from aligning the end rollers.
BELT TRACKING DIA FOR BELT TRACKING DIA FOR
This time “loosen
SPRINGthe loose side”.
TENSION TCSNH-10 SPRING TENSION TCH-10

This is because the first roller to have contact

with the belt is the pinch roller, but the drive
BELT TRACKING DIA FOR
roller (second in line) is the only one which can
be adjusted. POSITIVE PINCH DRIVE
Fig 92 - Positive pinch drive box:
Pinch roller (a), drive roller (b)
1. Loosen the drive roller bearing housing on BELT TRACKING DIA FOR
the loose side of the belt.
POSITIVE PINCH DRIVE
2. Use the adjustment bolts at the front of the
drive box to move the brackets connected
to the drive roller.

3. The misaligned belt will travel to towards the

loose side of the roller.
- Loosen the loose side, more.

4. Tighten the bearing housing.

5. Run the belt to check it’s alignment.

- Repeat steps if necessary.
BELT TRACKING DIA FOR
POSITIVE PINCH DRIVE Fig 93 - Adjustment bolts and brackets inside drive box
6. Replace the housing guard.

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Belt Alignment at Discharge Roller:

1. If necessary, remove the discharge spout to
view the roller.

Note:
If belt is out of alignment,
it will move to the loose side.
Tighten loose side or loosen tight side.

2. Adjust one side of roller at a time. Fig 94 - Inside discharge spout

- Loosen the bearing housing, then adjust.

3. Tighten the discharge roller bearing housing.

4. Run the belt a couple of revolutions and

check the alignment.
- Repeat steps until the belt runs centred.

5. Replace bearing guard.

Swing-Out Conveyor Belt Alignment:

1. Run the conveyor belt slowly, and check the
position of the belt at the hopper, transition
and discharge.

Note:
If belt is out of alignment,
it will move to the loose side.
Tighten loose side or loosen tight side.

2. Adjust one side of the roller at a time. Fig 95 - Tail roller bearing on the swing-out
- Loosen the bearing housing, then adjust.

3. Tighten the roller bearing housing.

4. Rotate the conveyor belt slowly, and check

the position of the belt on each roller.
- Repeat steps until the belt is centred.

5. Replace the housing guard.

6. Continue the process to check and adjust

the other rollers in the other conveyor.

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4.3.3 Conveyor Belt Replacement:

1. Rotate the conveyor belt until the Alligator®
Lacing is positioned under the tube, inside IMPORTANT:
the wind guard, and is accessible. Taper the belt corners,
so they don’t catch when rotating.
2. Rotate the tension bolts at the drive box to
their loosest position.
13. Set belt tension. Refer to Sections 4.3.1
3. Pull all the slack to the lacing area.
14. Set the belt alignment.
4. Remove the lacing cable and open the belt. Refer to Section 4.3.2

5. Attach the new belt to the lacing end of

the old belt which is hanging closest to the
hopper.

6. Pull the end of the old belt which is coming Connect old belt to the new
from the direction of the discharge spout.

The new belt will follow and be threaded

around the drive rollers, and into place.
Pull until old belt can be removed

Fig 96 - Thread belt through conveyor

Note:
See Figures 90 and 91 for belt
routing through the drive box.

7. Disconnect the old belt.

8. Link the ends of the new belt lacing.

9. Push the lacing cable through the lacing to

fasten the belt.

Note: Fig 97 - Thread lacing cable

Cordless drill can be used to thread cable.
Proceed slowly.

10. Cut off excess cable.

11. Crimp lacing at one end to lock the cable in

place.
Direction of
Belt Travel
12. Cut and taper the corners of the trailing end
of the belt.
Fig 98 - Crimp lacing and taper belt corners

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4.3.4 Swing-Out Belt Replacement:

1. Loosen the tail end bearing housing.

2. Rotate the conveyor belt until the Alligator®

lacing is accessible.

3. Pull all the slack to the lacing area.

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4. Remove the lacing pin and open the belt.

5. Loosen the belt from below the transition.

6. Remove the containment plate from

underneath the transition rollers.
- This will help when threading the new belt. Fig 99 - Threading belt around hopper

ISO view
of Containment plate

7. Attach the new belt toOthe end of the old belt.

IS VIEW
- Pull the end of the old belt, threading the
new one into place.
90°

8. IMPORTANT: Reinstall the containment Fig 100 - Containment plate in place

BE ND UP

plate once the new belt is through the

transition and around tail roller.
- Leave the belt hanging below transition.
- Do not fasten the belt lacing yet.

9. The Containment Plate will fit between the

two weldments below the 2nd transition roller.
B
Note:
1 - 15 18 4 The tongue of the plate will sit on
1
17 1718 17 2 1716
top of the angle iron.

10. Insert the bolts from inside.

- The washers and nuts are fastened from
Fig 101 - Reinstall the containment plate
the outside of the hopper.

11. Continue to thread the lacing cable and

fasten as in Section 4.3.3.

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4.3.5 Hopper Flashing Replacement:

This is an image of our standard conveyor
hopper before the belt is threaded.

Fig 102 - Standard hopper

1. Install the Hopper Tail Flashing onto the front

of the hopper, first.

Fig 103 - New tail flashing

2. The Hopper Side Flashing must be placed
over top the Tail Flashing.

Fig 104 - New side flashing

3. When the conveyor belt is threaded through
the tube and hopper, be sure to pull it
underneath the Side and Tail Flashing.

IMPORTANT:
The hopper flashing must sit
on top of the conveyor belt,
to work correctly sealing the hopper.

Fig 105 - Completed hopper with belt

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4.3.6 Drive Belt Tension:

ROTATING PART HAZARD

Turn off engine/motor. Disconnect power
source and wait for belts to stop moving.

IMPORTANT:
If the drive is equipped with a countershaft,
Fig 106 - Drive-to-Countershaft belt
tensioning must be done in the following order:

Span le
ngth
First, set tension on “drive-to-countershaft” belt.
1. Open the guard over the V-belt pulley.

2. Loosen countershaft bearing mount anchor

nuts and jam nuts. Deflection Force

3. Use bearing mount position bolts to set

Deflection 1/64”
countershaft position and set belt tension. per inch of span
Fig 107 - Tension Calculation
Calculate the tension:
- Measure the length of span between
pulleys
- Allow 1/64” of deflection per inch of span

4. Tighten bearing mount anchor nuts.

5. Tighten adjusting bolt(s) and lock nut(s).

6. Close and secure guard over pulleys.

Second, set tension on “engine-to-countershaft” Fig 108 - Motor-to-Countershaft belt

belt.
7. Open the guard over the V-belt pulley.

8. Loosen engine/motor mount nuts and jam

nuts.

9. Use motor mount nuts to set belt tension. 10. Tighten motor mount anchor nuts.

Calculate the tension (See Figure 106): 11. Tighten adjusting bolt(s) and lock nut(s).
- Measure the length of span between pulleys.
- Allow 1/64” of deflection per inch of span 12. Close and secure guard over pulleys.

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4.3.7 Pulley Alignment:

1. Lay a straight edge across both drive and
driven pulleys to check alignment.

2. Use the tapered lock hub in the center of

the pulley to adjust the position of a pulley
if required.

3. Move a pulley to align if there is more than

a 1/32 inch gap between the edge of the
pulley and the straight edge.
Fig 109 - In-Line Drive with Guard Opened

4.3.8 Drive Belt Replacement: Table 2 - Belt Deflection Force

Belt Deflection (Force Pounds)
1. Place drive system into its loosest position.
Uncogged Hy-T® Cogged
Smallest
Belts and Torque Flex®
CROSS Sheave RPM
2. Remove old belt. SECTION Diameter Range
Uncogged Hy-T®
Torque Team®
and Machined Edge
Torque Team® Belts
Range
USED NEW USED NEW
3. Install replacement belt. BELT BELT BELT BELT
1000-2500 3.7 5.5 4.1 6.1
3.0 - 3.6
2501-4000 2.8 4.2 3.4 5.0
4. Set belt tension. Refer to Section 4.3.6
1000-2500 4.5 6.8 5.0 7.4
A, AX 3.8 - 4.8
2501-4000 3.8 5.7 4.3 6.4
5. Check pulley alignment. 5.0 - 7.0
1000-2500 5.4 8.0 5.7 9.4
2501-4000 4.7 7.0 5.1 7.6
Refer to Section 4.3.7
860-2500 4.9 7.2
3.4 - 4.2 n/a n/a
2501-4000 4.2 6.2
860-2500 5.3 7.9 7.1 10.5
B, BX 4.4 - 5.6
2501-4000 4.5 6.7 6.2 9.1
860-2500 6.3 9.4 8.5 12.6
5.8 - 8.6
2501-4000 6.0 8.9 7.3 10.9
500-1740 11.5 17.0 14.7 21.8
7.0 - 9.0
1741-3000 9.4 13.8 11.9 17.5
C, CX
500-1740 14.1 21.0 15.9 23.5
9.5 - 16.0
1741-3000 12.5 18.5 14.6 21.6
200-850 24.9 37.0
12.0 - 16.0 n/a n/a
851-1500 21.2 31.3
D
200-850 30.4 45.2
18.0 - 20.0 n/a n/a
851-1500 25.6 38.0
Uncogged Hy-T® Cogged Hy-T®
Wedge Belts Wedge Belts
and Uncogged and Hy-T® Wedge
Hy-T® Wedge Machine Edge
Torque Team® Torque Team®
USED NEW USED NEW
BELT BELT BELT BELT
500-1749 10.2 15.2
4.4 - 6.7 1750-3000 n/a n/a 8.8 13.2
3001-4000 5.6 8.5
5V 500-1740 12.7 18.9 14.8 22.1
7.1 - 10.9
1741-3000 11.2 16.7 13.7 20.1
500-1740 15.5 23.4 17.1 25.5
11.8 - 16.0
1741-3000 14.6 21.8 16.8 25.0

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4.3.9 Goose Neck Hold-Down Wheel

Replacement:
1. Remove transition cover.

2. Remove bolts which face the open hopper (a).

- 2 bolts on either side.

3. Remove bolts which are inside the tube (b).

- 1 on either side.

4. Now, these side brackets are loose, but still

attached to the hopper flashing. Fig 110 - Transition Cover
- Folded both sides out, to lay on hopper.
- This will give access to the wheels.
c c
5. Remove the bolts on worn wheels (c). b
- Remove the worn wheels.

6. Insert the new wheels and tighten bolts.

7. Fold side brackets back into place.

- Bolt and tighten.
a a
8. Secure transition cover to guard hopper Fig 111 - Bolts Facing Hopper (a), Bolts Inside (b), Wheels (c)
transition.

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4.3.10 Changing Hydraulic Oil: 4.3.11 Replacing Hydraulic Oil Filter:

Use an ISO grade 32 hydraulic oil for all operating 1. Place a pan under filter to catch any spilled
conditions (Hydrex MV32 or comparable). oil.
Reservoir capacity varies depending on model.
2. Remove hydraulic oil filter, and dispose of it.

3. Fill the new filter with hydraulic oil.

HOT LIQUID HAZARD
4. Apply a light coat of oil to the O-ring and
Allow hydraulics to cool before changing oil.
install the new filter. Snug up by hand and
Hot oil will burn if it contacts exposed skin.
then tighten another 1/2 turn.

5. Run the engine for 1-2 minutes and check

IMPORTANT:
for oil leaks.
Annually, have an oil sample
tested for particle count.
6. If leaks are found around the drain plug or
filter, tighten slightly.
Change oil only if necessary.
7. Check oil level. Top up as required.
1. Allow the hydraulics to cool slightly before
changing oil.

Note:
It is best to change oil
while the engine is warm (not hot)
to keep contaminants in suspension.

2. Place a large pan or pail under the drain

plug. The reservoir capacity is 95 Litre (25
US Gallons).

3. Remove drain plug and allow to drain for 10

min.
Fig 112 - Hydraulic oil filter
4. Install and tighten the drain plug.

5. Dispose of the used oil in an approved

container and manner.

6. Fill the reservoir with specified oil.

3622000003
Fig 113 - Hydraulic oil decal

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4.4 SERVICE RECORD

See Section 4.2 for service intervals. This section is only a general guide under good conditions. Under
extreme, or unusual circumstances adjust service timing accordingly.
• For more detailed schedule pertaining to the specific engine model, consult its manual.
• Copy this page to continue record.

Hours

Maintenance Serviced By

10 Hours or Daily
Grease PTO Shaft(s) and Yokes
Check Fuel Level
Check Engine Oil Level
Clean Air Filter
Grease Countershaft Bearings
Inspect Conveyor Belt Lacing
Inspect Rollers and Bearings
Check Hydraulic Oil Level
50 Hours or Weekly
Check Conveyor Belt Tension
Check Conveyor Belt Alignment
Check Hopper Flashing
Check Drive Belt Tension(s)
Check Pulley Alignments
Inspect Hydraulic Drive Coupler
Oil Hydraulic Drive Coupler
100 Hours or Monthly
Grease Hopper Roller Bearings
Grease Transition Roller Bearings
Grease Drive Box Bearings
Grease Discharge Roller Bearings
Grease Swing-Out Roller Bearings
Check Goose Neck Hold-Down Wheels
200 Hours or Annually
Change PTO Gearbox Oil
Check the Battery Charge
Change Hydraulic System Oil and Filter
Grease Upper Lift Bearings
Grease Conveyor Lift Cylinder
Check Tube Straightness
Repack Wheel Bearings
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4.5 ORDERING PARTS

Always give the Model Number and Serial Number when ordering parts.

To get your parts promptly the following information will be required:

• The part name and number
• Your Name, Address, Town, Province/State, Country
• Complete information for shipping

Confirm all phoned in orders in writing. If Purchase Orders are required please note the number on the
written order.

Unless claims for shortages or errors are made immediately upon receipt of goods, they will not be
considered.

Inspect all goods received immediately upon receipt. When damaged goods are received, insist that a
full description of the damage is made with the carrier against the freight bill. If this is insisted upon, full
damage can be collected from the transport company.

No responsibility is assumed for delay or damage to merchandise while in transit. Dealers responsibility
ceases upon delivery or pickup of shipment from or to the transportation company. Any freight damage
claims must be made with the transportation company, not with the dealer.

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Section 5: TROUBLESHOOTING
This section contains a list of common problems, causes and offers quick solutions to those issues.

If problems are confronted which are difficult to solve, even after having read through this section,
please contact your authorized dealer, distributor or the Meridian Manufacturing Inc. Before you call,
please have this Operator’s Manual and the unit’s serial number ready.

Problem
Possible Cause Possible Solution

Electric motor labouring

Belt is sticky on the back side, because of oily
Clean the belt
product or wet/snowy conditions
Hopper flashing too tight Adjust to loosen the flashing

Gas engine won’t start

Low battery Recharge or replace
No fuel Refuel
Plugged fuel filter Replace filter
Cold engine Open choke
Air filter is dirty Clean or replace the air filter

Engine bogs down or labours while running

Open the gate to unload more product. This allows
Not enough power
the governor to torque and engage.
Belt is sticky on the back side, because of oily
Clean the belt
product or wet/snowy conditions
It will wear in. Adjust to loosen the flashing if still
Hopper flashing too tight
tight after the conveyor has been broken-in.
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Conveyor belt doesn’t turn or is slipping

Turn off unit! Manually peel flashing up and off
Hopper flashing may be stuck to belt, because it is
hopper. Then run dry product through to create
running dry and rubber is heating up
barrier between flashing and belt
Tighten and align
Conveyor belt is loose
The belt has stretched. Shorten belt
Inside drive box there is a drive roller and pinch
Conveyor belt not pinched enough
roller. Be sure the belt is snug between both rollers.
Remove conveyor from area of high humidity and
Conveyor belt frozen to tube from operating in
continue to run empty so the belt dries prior to
high humidity conditions in extreme cold
freezing
Drive belt(s) is loose Tighten drive belt(s) and align pulleys
No power Start engine, increase speed to maximum RPM
Drive roller slipping on electric/gas system Replace V-belt
Check and adjust pressure set screw on valve.
Hydraulic system - valve, pump or motor is
Test flow from pump. Check for oil leaks under
malfunctioning
motor. Replace what is needed.
Hydraulic pressure may be low, check gauge. It
Check hydraulic pump. Replace if necessary
should be in 2000lbs range
IMPORTANT: Do not run hydraulic motor during
this adjustment.
Set screw (relief valve) on Dtent control valve on
Turn the set screw all the way in, then turn back out
belt drive valve isn’t set correctly
1-1/2 turns. Note: Turning out increases volume of
flow, turning in increases pressure.
Check all bearings, Replace any that are rough or
Seized bearing
seized
Check for sticks, stones, other objects jammed in
Belt/roller is jammed
belt drive area and remove

Low conveying capacity

Conveyor belt not tight enough Tighten conveyor belt
V-Belt(s) is loose Tighten belts and align pulleys or replace
Roller lagging is worn out Replace roller or have it relagged
Inside drive box there is a drive roller and pinch
Conveyor belt not pinched enough
roller. Be sure the belt is snug between both rollers.
Electric/Gas system - drive roller is slipping or is
Tighten or replace V-belt
worn out
Conveyor angle exceeds 30 degrees Reposition with a lower tube slope
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No hydraulic oil flow

Open hydraulic valve
Hydraulic valve closed or plugged
Clean or replace hydraulic valve
Hydraulic pump may be damaged Check hydraulic pump. Replace if necessary
Hydraulic pressure may be low, check gauge. It
Check hydraulic pump. Replace if necessary
should be in 2000 lb range
Hydraulic motor on drive roller may be damaged Hydraulic motor may need to be replaced

Conveyor belt won’t align

Roller lagging may be worn Replace roller or have it re-lagged

Conveyor Belt Fraying

Belt not aligned Align and adjust tension

Product leakage

Corner Flashing may not be cupping the roller Loosen the Flashing Clamp, then adjust the rubber
tight enough. flashing so it is tight around the roller.
Product may be getting under the belt at the
hopper, traveling up inside the belt and leaking off Replace hopper flashing
discharge end

Swing-Out hydraulic mover kit drives too fast or too slow

Twist set screw IN to slow down wheels
Hydraulic valve adjustment incorrectly set
Twist set screw OUT to speed up

Swing-Out electric mover kit does not drive

The fuse box is located to the side of the Controller
Fuse may be need to be replaced Box on the Swing-Out tube. Check/Replace the
fuse.

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Section 6: REFERENCE
For information not included here, or for a digital copy of this manual, please call your dealer, or
Meridian Manufacturing Inc. directly for assistance (1-800-418-9461).

Specifications and measurements are subject to change without notice.

Table 3 - Specifications
TUBE BELT TRANSPORT TRANSPORT
MODEL UNDER-CARRIAGE AXLE WIDTH
DIAMETER WIDTH HEIGHT LENGTH
1235 A-Frame 10” 12” 7’ 11” 6’ 10” 24’ 4”
1235-TED A-Frame 10” 12” 7’ 11” 11’ 9” 37’ 2”
1240-TED A-Frame 10” 12” 7’ 11” 13’ 10” 41’ 9”
1245 A-Frame 10” 12” 9’ 2” 11’ 2” 49’ 2”
1235-FL A-Frame 10” 12” 7’ 11” 8’ 2” 39’ 10”
1245-FL A-Frame 10” 12” 8’ 14’ 2” 42’ 3”
1635 A-Frame 10” 16” 8’ 10’ 11” 40’ 8”
1645 A-Frame 10” 16” 9’ 1” 11’ 8” 50’ 10”
1635-FL A-Frame 10” 16” 7’ 11” 10’ 5” 43’ 7”
1645-FL A-Frame 10” 16” 8’ 4” 11’ 5” 53’ 7”
1655 Scissor Lift 10” 16” 11’ 4” 9’ 9” 61’
1665 Scissor Lift 10” 16” 11’ 4” 10’ 8” 71’
1670 Scissor Lift 10” 16” 11’ 4” 11’ 10” 75’ 11”
1675 Scissor Lift 10” 16” 11’ 4” 12’ 5” 80’ 11”
1685 Scissor Lift 10” 16” 12’ 6” 11’ 7” 91’ 1”
1690 Scissor Lift 10” 16” 12’ 6” 12’ 2” 96’
16100 Scissor Lift 10” 16” 13’ 6” 14’ 7” 105’ 10”
2235 A-Frame 14” 22” 8’ 4” 10’ 8” 38’ 8”
2245 A-Frame 14” 22” 9’ 1” 11’ 3” 48’ 9”
2265 Scissor Lift 14” 22” 9’ 1” 11’ 5” 69’
2270 Scissor Lift 14” 22” 9’ 1” 11’ 7” 74’
2275 Scissor Lift 14” 22” 9’ 1” 11’ 2” 78’ 11”
2285 Scissor Lift 14” 22” 13’ 6” 12’ 4” 89’
2290 Scissor Lift 14” 22” 13’ 6” 13’ 1” 93’ 11”
22100 Scissor Lift 14” 22” 13’ 6” 14’ 103’ 11”
22110 Scissor Lift 14” 22” 13’ 6” 14’ 6” 108’ 11”
22120 Scissor Lift 14” 22” 13’ 11” 15’ 124’
Transport height uses 19” hitch height

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Table 4 - Working Measurements

15° 20° 25° 30°
MODEL TIRE TO TIRE TO TIRE TO TIRE TO
HEIGHT LENGTH DISCHARGE
HEIGHT LENGTH DISCHARGE
HEIGHT LENGTH DISCHARGE
HEIGHT LENGTH DISCHARGE

1235 n/a n/a n/a 11' 10" 34' 7" n/a 14' 11" 33' 4" n/a 17' 10" 32' 2" n/a
1235-TED n/a n/a n/a 11' 1" 33' 10" n/a 14' 32' 11" n/a 16' 10" 31' 10" n/a
1240-TED n/a n/a n/a 13' 11" 38' 7" n/a 17' 11" 37' 6" n/a 21' 2" 35' 11" n/a
1245 11' 5" 44' 7" n/a 15' 5" 43' 7" n/a 19' 3" 42' 4" n/a 23' 40' 8" n/a
1235-FL n/a n/a n/a 10' 3" 33' 11" n/a 13' 5" 33' n/a 16' 6" 31' 10" n/a
1245-FL n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 18' 42' 3" n/a 21' 10" 40' 8" n/a
1635 n/a n/a n/a 11' 6" 37' 1" 18' 1" 14' 8" 35' 10" 17' 2" 17' 9" 34' 5" 16' 5"
1645 10' 10" 45' 6" 24' 6" 14' 11" 44' 7" 24' 1" 18' 11" 43' 5" 23' 7" 21' 9" 41' 10" 23' 1"
1635-FL n/a n/a n/a 10' 9" 36' 7" 20' 5" 14' 1" 35' 7" 19' 11" 17' 4" 34' 4" 19' 5"
1645-FL n/a n/a n/a 14' 2" 46' 1" 23' 11" 18' 5" 44' 8" 23' 3" 22' 1" 42' 11" 22' 5"
1655 13' 5" 5' 2" 23' 18' 4" 54' 22' 4" 23' 2" 52' 5" 21' 6" 27' 9" 50' 6" 20' 5"
1665 16' 2" 64' 7" 32' 4" 22' 63' 31' 3" 27' 4" 60' 11" 30' 1" 32' 8" 58' 5" 28' 7"
1670 17' 4" 69' 8" 37' 23' 6" 68' 1" 35' 11" 29' 6" 66' 1" 34' 7" 35' 3" 63' 6" 33'
1675 18' 9" 74' 6" 42' 25' 3" 72' 10" 40' 9" 31' 7" 70' 7" 39' 2" 37' 8" 67' 10" 37' 3"
1685 21' 5" 84' 2" 45' 4" 28' 9" 82' 3" 43' 11" 35' 11" 79' 8" 42' 2" 42' 9" 76' 6" 40'
1690 22' 7" 89' 50' 30' 4" 86' 11" 48' 7" 37' 11" 84' 2" 46' 9" 45' 3" 80' 10" 44' 5"
16100 25' 3" 98' 8" 55' 3" 33' 10" 96' 4" 53' 4" 42' 2" 93' 3" 50' 11" 50' 2" 89' 6" 48'
2235 n/a n/a n/a 10' 11" 33' 6" n/a 13' 11" 32' 8" n/a 16' 9" 31' 7" n/a
2245 9' 11" 43' 8" 24' 3" 13' 9" 42' 10" 23' 10" 17' 6" 41' 8" 23' 3" 21' 1" 40' 2" 22' 6"
2265 15' 1" 63' 30' 1" 20' 7" 61' 8" 29' 2" 25' 10" 59' 10" 28' 1" 30' 11" 57' 7" 26' 8"
2270 16' 10" 67' 10" n/a 22' 9" 66' 4" n/a 28' 6" 64' 4" n/a 34' 1" 61' 11" n/a
2275 17' 8" 72' 8" 39' 9" 24' 71' 1" 38' 7" 30' 1" 68' 11" 37' 2" 35' 11" 66' 3" 35' 4"
2285 20' 9" 82' 4" 37' 5" 27' 10" 80' 5" 36' 1" 34' 8" 77' 11" 34' 4" 41' 3" 74' 10" 32' 3"
2290 22' 1" 87' 2" 42' 3" 29' 7" 85' 2" 40' 10" 36' 10" 82' 5" 38' 11" 43' 9" 79' 2" 36' 7"
22100 24' 8" 96' 10" 51' 11" 33' 0" 94' 6" 50' 2" 41' 0" 91' 6" 48' 48' 9" 87' 10" 45' 3"
22110 27' 3" 101' 8" 61' 7" 36' 5" 99' 3" 59' 7" 45' 3" 96' 57' 53' 9" 92' 9" 53' 11"
22120 29' 10" 116' 2" 57' 8" 39' 10" 113' 4" 55' 9" 49' 6" 109' 8" 53' 5" 58' 9" 105' 2" 50' 7"
Working lengths measured from centre of hopper to centre of discharge
Tire to Discharge length is measured from the rear edge to centre of discharge

Working Length

Working
Height
Working
20.0°Angle

Tire to Discharge
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6.1 BOLT TORQUE

The tables shown below give correct torque values for various bolts and capscrews. Tighten all bolts to
the torques specified in chart unless otherwise noted. Check tightness of bolts periodically, using bolt
torque chart as a guide. Replace hardware with the same strength bolt.

Table 5 - English Torque Specifications Table 6 - Metric Torque Specifications

BOLT BOLT TORQUE* BOLT BOLT TORQUE*
DIA. SAE 2 SAE 5 SAE 8 DIA. 8.8 10.9
“A” (Nm) (ft-lb) (Nm) (ft-lb) (Nm) (ft-lb) “A” (Nm) (ft-lb) (Nm) (ft-lb)
1/4” 8 6 12 9 17 12 M3 0.5 0.4 1.8 1.3
5/16” 13 10 25 19 36 27 M4 3 2.2 4.5 3.3
3/8” 27 20 45 33 63 45 M5 6 4 9 7
7/16” 41 30 72 53 100 75 M6 10 7 15 11
1/2” 61 45 110 80 155 115 M8 25 18 35 26
9/16” 95 60 155 115 220 165 M10 50 37 70 52
5/8” 128 95 215 160 305 220 M12 90 66 125 92
3/4” 225 165 390 290 540 400 M14 140 103 200 148
7/8” 230 170 570 420 880 650 M16 225 166 310 229
1” 345 225 850 630 1320 970 M20 435 321 610 450
M24 750 553 1050 774
M30 1495 1103 2100 1550
M36 2600 1917 3675 2710

SAE-2 SAE-5 SAE-8

A 8.8 10.9

Torque figures indicated above are valid for non-greased or non-oiled threads and heads unless otherwise
specified. Therefore, do not grease or oil bolts or capscrews unless otherwise specified in this manual.
When using locking elements, increase torque values by 5%.

* Torque value for bolts and capscrews are identified by their head markings.

03.2016 6-3
 LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
1. Meridian Manufacturing Inc, hereafter referred to as Meridian®, warrants each new product (the "Goods") to
be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of one (1) year
or ninety (90) days in the case of commercial use, from the shipment date from the Meridian dealer (FCA).

2. Meridian warrants replacement parts and components either manufactured or sold by, will be free from
defects in materials or workmanship under normal use and service for thirty (30) days from the shipment date
from the Meridian dealer (FCA), or the remainder of the original warranty period on the Goods, whichever is
longer.

3. This warranty does not apply to:

a. To any merchandise or components thereof, which in the sole and unfettered opinion of Meridian, have
been subject to misuse, unauthorized modifications, alteration, accident, negligence, product abuse or
lack of required maintenance.
b. If repairs have been made with parts or by persons other than those parts or persons approved by
Meridian.
c. To parts and accessories not manufactured by Meridian including, but not limited to, engines, batteries,
tires, belts, PTO shafts or other trade accessories. Such parts shall be covered by the warranty given by
the actual manufacturer, if any.
d. To failure of parts; or failure of parts to perform due to wear under normal or excessive service
conditions; or to failure due to use by the Purchaser for purposes other than originally intended at time
of manufacture, including without limitation using the Goods for mixing fertilizer, etc.; or used in excess
of the built specifications.
e. To Goods used in areas exposed to corrosive or aggressive conditions including, but not limited to, salt
water from either inside or outside the Goods.
f. To failures or defects arising out of damage during shipment or during storage.
g. To materials replaced or repaired under this warranty, except to the extent of the remainder of the
applicable warranty.

4. The obligation of Meridian under this warranty shall not arise unless Meridian is notified and this warranty
is presented together with a written statement specifying the claim or defect within thirty (30) days after
the failure is first detected or made known to the Purchaser and within: (i) one (1) year, or ninety (90) days
in the case of commercial use; or (ii) thirty (30) days in the case of replacement parts and components
manufactured by Meridian; from the shipment date from the Meridian dealer (FCA). Meridian in its sole and
unfettered discretion shall determine if the claim is valid and whether correction of the defect or failure shall
be made by repair or replacement of the materials.

5. Title to any replaced materials Meridian wishes to have pass to it, shall pass to Meridian.

6. The obligation of Meridian hereunder extends only to the original Purchaser or Buyer to whom the Goods
were initially sold. This warranty shall not be subject to any assignment or transfer without the written
consent of Meridian.

7. The purchaser acknowledges that it has made its own independent decision to approve the use of the
Goods and also the specific fabrication and construction procedures utilized to complete the Goods, and
has satisfied itself as to the suitability of these products for its use.
8. This warranty is subject to the following limitations, provisions and conditions:
a. Meridian shall have no liability hereunder for any claims, including field re-work.
b. Meridian shall not be liable for any incidental loss or damage, however caused, including, without
limitation, normal wear and tear.
c. Meridian makes no express or implied warranties of any nature whatsoever except for such express
warranties as set out herein. The warranty provided herein is in lieu of and excludes all other warranties,
guarantees or conditions pertaining to the Goods, written or oral, statutory, express or implied, (except
the warranty as to title) including any warranty as to the merchantability or fitness for any particular
purpose. Meridian expressly disclaims all other representations, conditions or warranties, expressed or
implied, statutory or otherwise and any representations, warranties or conditions that may arise from
a course of dealing or usage of trade. The warranty provided herein shall constitute Meridian's sole
obligation and liability and the Purchaser's sole remedy for breach of warranty. No other warranty has
been made by any employee, agent, or representative of Meridian and any statements contained in any
other printed material of Meridian is expressly excluded here from. Meridian shall not be responsible for
any warranty offered by the Purchaser to its customers with respect to the Goods and the Purchaser
shall indemnify Meridian with respect to same if any of those customers makes a claim against Meridian
relating to any such warranty.
d. Subject to Meridian's obligations contained in paragraphs 1 and 2 herein, none of Meridian, its officers,
directors, servants or agents shall be liable, or responsible for any loss or damage (including strict
liability and liability for loss or damage due to items which the manufacturing processes are designed
to identify) whether such loss or damage is caused by negligence in any manner whatsoever (including
gross negligence, error, misrepresentation, misstatement, imprudence, lack of skill or lack of judgement).

9. The sole financial obligation of Meridian under this warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement of
the Goods as originally supplied and in no event shall they exceed the original cost of the Goods supplied.

10. Meridian shall not have any obligation under any warranty herein until all accounts have been paid in full by
the Purchaser.

11. The construction and interpretation of this Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the Province of Manitoba.

Register your product at: www.meridianmfg.com

For warranty information send an email to: [email protected]

WARRANTY REQUEST PROCEDURE

1. The product must be registered with Meridian Manufacturing Inc.

2. The purchaser must contact the dealer, from where the unit was purchased, immediately upon discovery of
any defects.

3. A completed Warranty Request (Claim) Form must be submitted by the dealer to the Meridian’s warranty
representative for review and any subsequent course of action.
- Warranty requests must be completed with ALL required information in order it to be considered for approval.
- Send photographs of the entire piece of equipment, and of the specific area of concern.

4. Warranty repair work will only be performed by Meridian or an approved representative of Meridian. Warranty
work completed prior to Meridian’s approval will NOT be honoured. Failure to follow this procedure may
affect any or all of this warranty.

5. All warranty requests will be adjudicated at the sole discretion of Meridian and in accordance with the terms
and conditions of the warranty.
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