BL Series Operation and Maintenance Manual
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Thank You… Thank you for buying your Meyer Spreader. As a new owner of hard-working, mechanical equipment, we strongly urge you to spend quality time with this owner’s manual. It’s easy to use and full of time-saving tips that will enhance your ownership experience. It includes suggestions for faster installation, safe operation and more productive spreading. We also strongly urge you to register your new Meyer spreader at meyerproducts.com.
Table of Contents Registration Data Sheet........................................................................................................................ 1 Thank You............................................................................................................................................ 2 Introduction.......................................................................................................................................... 4 Safety Definitions & Warnings .............
Introduction Snow and ice, despite the beauty it may impart to a bleak winter landscape, poses the dual threat of inconvenience and danger. The environmental conditions associated with snow and ice, not to mention the health hazards and economic loss it may impose, seriously endanger thousands of lives annually. Business and industry suffer, and millions of snowbelt residents may be affected by a single snowstorm.
Safety Definitions These safety alert decals are used to alert you of potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. DANGER Conveyor This decal alerts all to the danger of serious personal injury or death while servicing or cleaning this equipment without first turning off or disconnecting all power sources.
Safety Definitions & Warnings ! 1 2 SAFETY DEFINITIONS ! This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to !potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible ! injury or death. !! DANGER ! DANGER ! ! DANGER DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, ifWARNING not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Safety Definitions & Warnings ! 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 ! DANGER Gasoline is highly flammable and gasoline vapor is explosive. Never smoke while working on vehicle or spreader. Keep all ! open flames away from gasoline tank and lines. Wipe up any spilled gasoline immediately. Failure to comply will result in ! WARNING ! death or serious injury.
Safety Decal Locations WARNING Before operating READ and UNDERSTAND this operators manual in its entirety. WARNING NEVER operate equipment while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medications that might impair your judgment and reaction time. WARNING NEVER allow children to operate equipment. ALWAYS CHECK AREAS to be spread to be sure no hazardous conditions or substances are present. ALWAYS INSPECT UNIT FOR DEFECTS: broken, bent, or worn parts, or weakened areas on spreader or mount.
Safety Decal Locations CAUTION Never leave material in hopper for long periods of time. All ice melt materials will attract atmospheric moisture and may clump together. WARNING INSPECT pins and bolts whenever attaching, detaching, and before travel. All factory installed bolts utilize lock nuts however road and operational vibrations might loosen them. WARNING INSPECT unit periodically for defects. Parts that are broken, worn, or missing musts be replaced immediately.
Vehicle Requirements for Installation For installation BL 240, 400 & 750 series spreaders: 1. This product line can be installed on any vehicle with a class 3 hitch receiver that will accept a 2" square tube and has a tongue weight rating of at least 500 lbs. 2. If your vehicle is not factory equipped with a hitch, we recommend taking it to a reputable trailer hitch installation shop or your vehicles dealership.
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Receiver Mount Installation / Assembly INSTALLING RECEIVER MOUNT MODEL: BL 240/400/750 The BL 240/400/750 is a dedicated, Class 3, 2", receiver (hitch) mount salt spreader. Prior to installation, be certain that the vehicle receiver is in good working order, is rated for at least a 500 lb. tongue load, and is fastened to the vehicle securely. CAUTION - The spreader is a large heavy item that should be installed with an assistant.
Spreader Installation / Assembly INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Choose a location for the Speed Control (30) that is convenient for the driver. Make certain speed control (30) is grounded by attaching ground wire to a good vehicle ground. 2. Attach the eyelet end of the 96" red wire (34) to the positive terminal of the battery and route the plug end to the location of the speed control. DO NOT attach to Speed Control (30) at this time.
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Spreader Component Identification BL 240/400/750 Item 1 1 1 2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Part No. Qty. Description 31101 1 • 240 Hopper 36101 1 • 400 Hopper 39101 1 • 750 Hopper 31102 1 • Hopper Cover 240/400 39102 1 • Hopper Cover 750 34413 1 • 240/400/750 Spreader Frame 34415 1 • Deflector Bracket 34401 1 • Deflector 34416 2 • Tube Plug 36402 1 • Motor 12V D.C.
Spreader SpreaderComponent Component Identification Identification BLBL 240/400 240/400 14 2 (Without hitch assembly 34414) (Without hitch assembly 34414) 20 1 17 8 13 16 10 6 20 18 20 18 11 9 15 21 18 15 4 21 3 5 19 7 21 16 16 19 15 21 21 21 19
Spreader Component Identification BL 240/400 (Without hitch assembly 34414) Item 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Part No. Qty. Description 31101 1 • 240 Hopper 36101 1 • 400 Hopper 31102 1 • Hopper Cover 34413 1 • 240/400 Spreader Frame 34415 1 • Deflector Bracket 34401 1 • Deflector 34416 2 • Tube Plug 36402 1 • Motor 12V D.C.
Speed Controller Speed Controller (34405) Battery 34 Red 12 VDC Battery Motor 33 Controller White Motor Positive Post 32 Black Ground Blue 12 VDC Keyed Accessory 31 Controller must Grounded Green Vibrator ! SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - See pages 5-6 for definitions ! DANGER ! DANGER ! WARNING ! DANGER ! WARNING ! CAUTION ! DANGER 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 ! WARNING 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 13 / 15 / 16 / 17 ! CAUTION CAUTION ! WARNING ! CAUTION ! CAUTION CAUTION ! 18 ! ! CAUTION
Speed Controller General Information The Meyer 34405 Speed Controller is an electronic module powered off the switched ignition circuit +12Vdc and supplying the heavy motor current from the +12Vdc battery circuit. The controller will only function with the ignition key in the ON state. The controller is connected to the spinner motor and vibration motors via a custom wire harness that is designed to handle the high motor currents.
Speed Controller Controller Operation The controller will provide the spreader motor with multiple speed options per following: I/O (On/Off) Depress the button once to enable the spreader motor operation. Spreader motor will automatically be activated with 5 full power Blasts and then stop. The GREEN LED located above this switch will illuminate. I/O (On/Off) Depress the button a second time and the spreader motor operation will stop. The GREEN LED located above this switch will stop illuminating.
Speed Controller Safety Features Controller will only be activated while ignition switch is at ON position. If the unit is wired into a keyed power source. There will be one inline fuse located at the incoming power wire harness. This will be a 20A automotive ATO fuse. This spare 20A fuse protects the spreader motor and/or vibrate motor from over current conditions. In the event that the fuse has opened circuited, replacement of the fuse will be required in order to restore the operation.
Spreader Operation BL 240/400/750 Materials Chart Operating the Spreader: Calcium Chloride Flakes Calcium Chloride Pellets • Rock Salt with Beet Juice Rock Salt (small granulation) • Rock Salt • Calcium Chloride • Fill Hopper with bagged #1 Rock Salt or Calcium Chloride. Do not use bulk material. CAUTION: When filling Hopper, make certain there are no large objects contained in the material which could cause the Auger Spinner to bind and stop operation of the Spreader Motor.
Spreader Maintenance MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS: Maintenance requirements for the Spreader during the winter season are relatively simple. Periodically inspect for loose bolts and nuts. Inspect for improper ground, broken wires, frayed or cracked wire insulation. Replace as necessary. To keep maintenance to a minimum, the following cautions are suggested: 1.
Spreader Troubleshooting If your spreader is not operating properly, take it to your local Meyer Products Distributor for maintenance or service. However, that is not always possible, so below on this page you will find a troubleshooting guide, which can assist you in determining the problem. WARNING – Before performing any service read and understand all safety guidelines stated in this manual. BEFORE CALLING YOUR DEALER: Be sure all electrical connections are clean and tight.
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Spreader Calibration LANE MILE CALIBRATION (US) DISCHARGE RATE (pounds discharged per mile) A Control Shaft RPM Setting (Loaded) B C Discharge per Discharge per Minute (lb) Revolution (lbs.) (A x B) TRAVEL SPEED AND COMPUTATION MULTIPLIER 5 mph 10 mph (C x 12.00) (C x 6.00) 15 mph (C x 4.00) 20 mph (C x 3.00) 25 mph (C x 2.40) 30 mph (C x 2.00) 35 mph (C x 1.71) 40 mph (Cx 1.50) 45 mph (C x 1.33) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 The actual application rate (lbs.
Spreader Calibration Parking lot calibration (US) DISCHARGE RATE (pounds discharged per square foot) A Shaft Control RPM Setting (Loaded) B Spread Pattern width (ft.) C D E Discharge Discharge Spread Pattern sq. ft. per Auger per Minute (.5 x B) x (.5 x B) x (3.14)/2 Revolution (lbs.) (lb) (A x C) F G 5 mph 10 mph (D x 12.00) (D x 6.00) H I (lbs. discharged per sq. ft.) 15 mph 20 mph 5 mph 10 mph 15 mph 20 mph (D x 4.00) (D x 3.
BL Series Accessories Patented No-Leak Auger Kit Standard (Course Material) This brush auger kit prevents course material like free-flowing #2 rock salt from leaking through the throat of the spreader. It also provides a uniform saltdistribution pattern. Part # 34300 Patented No-Leak Auger Kit (Fine Material) This brush auger kit prevents fine free-flowing material like fine salt from leaking through the throat of the spreader. It also provides a uniform salt distribution pattern.
BL Series Accessories Meyer Pro Edge Snow Rake This Meyer accessory is made from a foam-like polyethylene. The squeegee-like head never gets brittle, and doesn't absorb water, so it remains pliable to safely contour to your vehicle and efficiently remove snow. The pliable head also means no more scratching your vehicle's finish. It comes with a long handle so no matter how large your vehicle, the Meyer Pro Edge Snow Rake can reach the area you need to scrape.
BL Series Accessories Meyer Chain & Cable Lube Maintain Meyer equipment with our aerosol Chain & Cable lube. It is specially formulated to lubricate, preserve and protect chains and cables. This transparent heavy-duty dry film lubricant is formulated with the latest synthetic additives to ensure maximum penetration and protection against corrosion. Once applied, the solvent evaporates leaving behind a film that will not attract dust or wash off. Available in 11 oz. aerosol cans.
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Meyer® BL Series Spreader Warranty Meyer Products, LLC, warrants to the original purchaser of Meyer® brand products that they will be free from defects in materials or workmanship, with the exceptions stated below. No person is authorized to change this warranty or to create any additional warranty on Meyer products. This warranty runs for a period of one year from the date of purchase on any purchase of a complete BL Spreader Package. If the Package is registered on-line at www.meyerproducts.
damages, for products not being available for use, or for lost profits. Meyer® Products’ liability will be no more than the amount you paid for the product that is the subject of a claim; this is the maximum amount for which we are responsible. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Dealer/Distributor: Meyer Spreaders are protected by one or more of the following patents: 6698997, CA 2,415,540 C, 7588195, 8448882, 8505837, 8523086, 8657208, 6186731, 6,793,154 B2, 6722590, 6715703, 6978952, 6932287, 8505838, 8827002, 5842649, CA 2,435,106 C, 6364598. © 2015 Meyer Products, LLC FORM# 1-999R1 Meyer Products, LLC 18513 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 44112 216-486-1313 www.meyerproducts.
