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FOR OWNERS OF MODEL SEED TITAN 4 SE
FOR OWNERS OF MODEL SEED TITAN SR2

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  • Page 1 FOR OWNERS OF MODEL SEED TITAN 4 SE FOR OWNERS OF MODEL SEED TITAN SR2...
  • Page 3 PRODUCT WARRANTY R E G I S T R A T I O N F O R M WARRANTY REGISTRATION This form must be filled out by the dealer and signed by both the dealer and the customer at the time of delivery.
  • Page 5 Titan SR2 4 Box w/Auger GN Trailer Triple Axle 80416 5700# Tender 375RT8 -GN 6672# Titan SR2 4 Box w/Conveyor GN Trailer Triple Axle 80417 5800# 8012 240 –Rear Facing (BH trailer included) 3720# Titan SR2 6 Box w/ Auger GN Trailer Triple...
  • Page 7 SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION PATENT INFORMATION Please provide the serial number of your Meridian Titan SR2 Seed Tender and engine when ordering parts or requesting service or other information. The serial number plates are located where indicated. Please record the numbers in the space provided below for easy reference.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION ............11 1.1 Congratulations .
  • Page 9 10. MAINTENANCE ............39 10.1 Safety .
  • Page 10 14.5 Titan SR2 Carriage Assembly ......65 14.6 Titan SR2 Power Unit ....... . . 66 14.7 Titan SR2 Gooseneck Hitch Assembly .

  • Page 11: Introduction

    Meridian Manufacturing Group, in this manual are those in effect at the time Inc. The Titan SR2 model is supplied in single of printing. We reserve the right to change axle, tandem axle, and triple axle versions carrying specificationsordesignatanytimewithoutnotice.

  • Page 12: Safety

    If you have any questions not answered in this manual, require additional copies of the manual, or the manual is damaged, please contact your dealer or Meridian Manufacturing Group, 2902 Expansion Blvd., Storm Lake, Iowa, 50588, toll free 1-800-437-2334, phone (712) 732-1780, or fax (712) 732-1028.

  • Page 13: General Safety

    Manual and all safety signs before operating,maintaining,adjusting,filling, YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and unloading, or unplugging the Bulk Seed maintenance of your Meridian Manufacturing Tender system. Group Bulk Seed Tender. YOU must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to operate,...

  • Page 14: Equipment Safety Guidelines

    Establish a lock-out or tag-out 5. This equipment is dangerous to children policy for the work site. Be sure and persons unfamiliar with its operation. all personnel are trained in and The operator should be a responsible, follow all procedures. Lock-out properly trained, and physically able person or tag-out all power sources familiar with farm machinery and trained in...

  • Page 15: Safety Training

    2.3 SAFETY TRAINING 2.4 SAFETY SIGNS 1. Safety is a primary concern in the design and Refer to “3.1 Safety Signs” on page 17 for manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, safety information. our efforts to provide safe equipment can 2.5 PREPARATION be wiped out by a single careless act of an operator or bystander.

  • Page 16: Sign-Off Form

    2.13 SIGN-OFF FORM Make these periodic reviews of SAFETY and OPERATION a standard practice for all of your Meridian Manufacturing Group follows the general equipment.Anuntrainedoperatorisunqualifiedto SafetyStandardsspecifiedbytheAmerican operate this machine. Society of Agricultural Engineers (ASAE) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration A sign-off sheet is provided for your recordkeeping (OSHA).

  • Page 17: Safety Sign Locations

    3. SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS 3.1 SAFETY SIGNS 3.3 DECAL LOCATIONS The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the following pages. Good SAFETY AWARENESS requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs, the type of warning and the area, or a particular function related to that area.
  • Page 18 4. WARNING — Upending Hazard (#19938) 3. WARNING — Rotating Parts (#19936) 5. CAUTION — Read and Understand (#19934) Do not place hands or CAUTION fingers near rotating or moving parts. • Read and understand the Operator’s Manual before using. Review safety instructions annually.
  • Page 19 6. WARNING — Pinch Point (#19956) WARNING 19956...

  • Page 20: Specifications

    4. SPECIFICATIONS 4.1 OVERALL TITAN SR2 SEED TENDER SPECIFICATIONS 13’ 7” 12’ 3” 5’ 6” 24’ 6” 8’ 6” 13’ 7” 12’ 3” 5’ 6” 20’ 3” 8’ 4” MMG-00869...

  • Page 21: BoltSpecifications

    4.2 BOLT SPECIFICATIONS WARNING EQUIPMENT FAILURE The torque value for bolts and capscrews are identified by their head markings. Replacing higher “Grade” bolts (Grade 8) with lower Grade bolts (Grade 5) will lead to equipment failure and can result in injury or death. Always use replacement bolts with the same Grade markings as the removed bolt.

  • Page 22: Machine Components And Controls

    5. MACHINE COMPONENTS AND CONTROLS 5.1 COMPONENT NOMENCLATURE AND LOCATION The Meridian Titan SR2 Seed Tender is designed as a bulk seed transfer unit to transport large amounts of seed into a planter or drill. Bulk seed boxes are loaded onto the seed tender frame.
  • Page 23 (24) Work Light. (17) Conveyor Rotation Brake Control Switch. (18) Engine Speed Control Switch. (19) Talc On Indicator Light. (25) Engine Work Light. (20) Seed Box Latch Lever. (21) Lock Pin. (26) Work Light Switch. (22) Talc Hopper. (23) Talc Dispensing System Control Box.
  • Page 24 5.2 ENGINE AND CONTROLS 2. Starting Rope This retracting rope and T-bar is an optional A Kohler engine is used with this unit. Always ® method used to start the engine. Turn the key read the engine Operator’s Manual supplied with switch to the ON position.
  • Page 25 5.3 ENGINE WARNING DECALS 4. Choke Lever The choke lever controls the fuel/air mixture to the engine. Close the choke when starting if the engine is cold. Open the choke as the engine warms. Always open the choke fully during operation. 1.

  • Page 26: Pre-Operating Instructions

    Never operate the seed delivery 1. Read and follow the instructions in the Kohler ® system and auxiliary equipment until engine and the Meridian Operator’s Manuals. you have read and completely understand this manual, the auxiliary 2. Review and follow the Pre-operation Checklist equipment Operator’s Manual, and...

  • Page 27: Daily Pre-Operation Checklist

    6.3 DAILY PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST EfficientandsafeoperationoftheMeridianBulk Seed Tender system requires that each operator reads and follows the operating procedures and all related safety precautions outlined in this section. A pre-operational checklist is provided for the operator. It is important for both personal safety andmaintainingtheefficientoperationofthe delivery system that this checklist be followed.

  • Page 28: Towing

    7. TOWING 7.1 TRANSPORT SAFETY 1. Complete the Pre-operation Checklist. Comply with local, state, and federal laws governing safety and conveyance WARNING of farm machinery on public roads. CRUSH HAZARD 2. Ensurealllightsandreflectorsareinstalled Ensure that all bystanders, especially and in good working condition. small children, are clear of the working area.
  • Page 29 5. Lower the hitch onto the ball. 6. Raise the jack and place it in its stowed position. (Thephotoreflectsadifferenttrailermodel;however, the hookup method is the same). 7. Close the receiver lock lever and install the retainer clip to prevent unwanted opening of the receiver.

  • Page 30: Operation

    8. OPERATION 8.1 OPERATING SAFETY Review safety related items annually with all personnel who will be Make sure that anyone who will be operating, using, or maintaining the operating the Bulk Seed Tender system seed delivery system. or working on or around the unit reads and understands all the operating, maintenance, and safety information in 8.2 LOADING AND UNLOADING SEED...
  • Page 31 2. Lower the rear jack stand, if equipped. 5. Make sure the frame is clear of debris and stand clear when placing the seed box onto the seed tender. 3. Remove the two hairpin retainer clips and remove the protective cover. Place the WARNING clips back into the retainer studs.

  • Page 32: Transferring Seed To Planter

    WARNING WARNING CRUSH HAZARD CRUSH HAZARD Do not remove the lifting device until Make sure the retainer pins are you are sure the seed box and trailer securely locked to keep the seed box are stable. attached to the unit. 7.
  • Page 33 WARNING UPENDING HAZARD Always unload the rear seed boxes first to maintain a positive tongue weight. Negative tongue weight can cause the hitch to rapidly swing upward if not securely fastened to the tow vehicle, which can result in personal injury. 4.
  • Page 34 8. Make sure the trolley lock pin is engaged to prevent the trolley from moving during unloading. 9. Press and hold the remote throttle switch to move the throttle lever 1/3 the distance of the full open position. An electronic actuator is connected to the throttle lever to increase and decrease the speed of the engine.
  • Page 35 c. Turn the key switch to the START position. Release the key switch when the engine starts. Allow the engine to warm up for two or three minutes. If the choke was closed to start the engine, gradually open it as the engine warms up. Note: The slide gate on the left is in the closed position with the lock pin in place.
  • Page 36 15. When the transfer of seed is complete, press 19. Before towing the unit on the road, return the the conveyor speed control switch to reduce conveyor to its transport position. Insert the the engine RPM and stop the conveyor. lock pin and its retaining pin.

  • Page 37: Talc Applicator

    8.4 TALC APPLICATOR 8.5 UNPLUGGING CONVEYOR For tenders equipped with the optional talc If the conveyor plugs, follow the procedure in applicator, follow this procedure. “10.9 Unplugging” on page 46. 1. Fill the hopper with talc. Do not place hands or fingers near rotating or moving parts.

  • Page 38: Storage

    9. STORAGE 9.1 STORAGE SAFETY 8. Remove the ignition key and store in a secure place. 1. Store the unit in an area away from human activity. 9. Remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry area on wooden blocks or a wooden pallet. Do not permit children to play on or Charge it monthly to maintain an adequate around the stored machine.

  • Page 39: Maintenance

    10. MAINTENANCE 10.1 SAFETY Never operate or test any function of the equipment when people are in an 10.1.1 General Safety area of a potential crush hazard. 1. Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor 13. Disconnect all electronic device cables from maintenance is an invitation for trouble.

  • Page 40: Lubrication

    10.2 LUBRICATION Use “10.15 Service Record Chart” on page 52 in the Maintenance section to keep a record of all scheduled maintenance. 1. Use an SAE multi-purpose high temperature grease or a multi-purpose lithium base grease. 2. Use only a handheld grease gun for all greasing. 3.

  • Page 41: Battery Maintenance

    10.3.3 Battery Maintenance 10.4.1 Refuelling Safety 1. Make sure the tie-down strap is connected Handle fuel with care. It is highly to the frame of the battery box and in good flammable. condition (not cracked, cut, or damaged).   A llowenginetocoolforfiveminutes before refuelling.

  • Page 42: Changing Engine Oil

    b. Turn it counterclockwise until it drops into 7. Filltheengineuptothepointofoverflowing the lowest point of the thread leads. thefillerneckwithSAE10W‑30oilforgeneral Do notthreadthedipstickintotheoilfill usage. If the engine is operated in more neck. extreme conditions, refer to the OEM manual for oil recommendations. c. If the oil level is low, add oil to the upper limit mark on the dipstick.

  • Page 43: Changing Reduction Case Oil

    10.4.7 Changing Reduction Case Oil 10.4.8 Clean Air Cleaner 1. Allow the engine to cool before changing the Check and remove any debris from the foam oil. Draining works best when the oil is warm. cover of the air cleaner daily before each use. Thoroughly clean or replace the foam cover every CAUTION three months or 50 hours of operation (clean it...

  • Page 44: Conveyor Rotation Brake Adjustment

    10.6 CONVEYOR ROTATION BRAKE 5. Insert a screwdriver through the appropriate ADJUSTMENT slot and turn the brake adjuster. Clockwise rotation will tighten the brake. 1. Make sure the trolley lock plate is engaged to prevent the trolley from moving during adjustment.

  • Page 45: Conveyor Removal

    10.7 CONVEYOR REMOVAL 1. Remove the transport lock and rotate the conveyor to a convenient position. 6. Slide the conveyor out and set in a safe location.Protectthehydraulicfittingsfrom damage and contamination. 2. Lift the trolley lock plates and roll the trolley 10.8 CONVEYOR INSTALLATION away from the slide gates.

  • Page 46: Unplugging

    6. Engage the trolley lock plates and the If the conveyor or auger becomes plugged, follow transport lock before transporting the tender. this procedure: 1. Close the slide gate. 2. Position the conveyor or auger with easy access to both ends. 3.

  • Page 47: Conveyor Tube

    6. Also check the delivery hood for blockage and 10.10.2 Belt Tracking Adjustment remove any obstructions. 1. Loosen the locking nuts on the two adjusting 7. In an extreme case it may be necessary to bolts. remove the galvanized belt guards and/or the 2.

  • Page 48: Hydraulic System

    3. Position the idler drum adjusting bolts to their b. Install the new belt and connect the two loosest position. ends together. 6. Tighten the two drive drum adjusting bolts equally to 23 ft-lbs. While holding the adjusting bolt in place, retighten both locking nuts.

  • Page 49: Hydraulic Pump Coupling

    3. Removeandreplacetheoilfilter.Applyathin 6. Slide the engine coupling against the other coat of oil to the rubber seal of the new oil coupling half and tighten the setscrew. filter.Hand‑tightenonly. 7. If the adapter plate was removed, tighten the 4. Reinstall the drain plug. four retaining bolts to “Grade 5”...

  • Page 50: Trailer Break-Away System

    4. Place the urethane spider in the motor 3. Plug the trailer into the tow vehicle. The coupling. Align and install the motor and yellow “Charging” light should be ON.Test the motor coupling. system by pulling the pin out of the break- away switch.

  • Page 51: Wheel Bolt Torque Requirements

    10.13 WHEEL BOLT TORQUE Additional holes are provided in the frame for REQUIREMENTS relocating the axles. a. On triple axle units, the axles can be moved forward or rearward on the frame 12” either way. b. On double axle units, the axles can be moved 6”...

  • Page 52: Service Record Chart

    10.15 SERVICE RECORD CHART Thechartonthefollowingpageshouldbecopiedandfilledoutasmaintenanceisperformedonthemachine.Refer to the Lubrication, Maintenance, and Service sections for additional instructions. Date Serviced by 8 hours or daily Check Engine Oil Level Check Reduction Case Oil Level Check Hydraulic Oil Level Test Break-Away Brake System Inspect Tires 50 Hours or Weekly Check Tire Pressure 50 Hours...

  • Page 53: Service Checks

    10.16 SERVICE CHECKS 10.16.2 50 Hours 10.16.1 8 Hours or Daily 1. Cleanorreplacethefoamfilterelement. Replacethepaperairfilter,asrequired.Refer WARNING to “10.4.8 Clean Air Cleaner” on page 43. FIRE HAZARD Gasoline is a highly combustible fuel. Improper use, handling, or storage of gasoline can be dangerous. Never touch or fill a hot engine.

  • Page 54: 400 Hours Or Annually

    Refer to the axle OEM 2. Check the axle/frame bolts (290 ft-lbs.). manual for a Tire Wear Diagnostic Chart. 3. Check the frame and trailer hold-down bolts Replace the tires with Meridian part number 18131 (40 ft-lbs.). or an equivalent tire: 3T235/80R16 4.

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    11. TROUBLESHOOTING 11.1 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Engine will not start. No fuel. Fill the fuel tank. Low engine oil. Fill the crankcase with oil. Cold engine. Close choke. Ignition key switch off. Turn ignition key switch on. Battery dead. Recharge or replace battery.

  • Page 56: Oem Literature

    12. OEM LITERATURE 12.2 AXLE OEM literature can be stored on the seed tender using the document storage tube. For any questions concerning the Axis Products axle, refer to the OEM manual that was provided with the seed tender. An Owner’s Manual and parts listing is provided with the seed tender.

  • Page 57: Warranty

    See attachment for full Performance Specification details on Polyester Powder Finishes. 4. The obligation of the Manufacturer hereunder extends only to the original owner and to the Meridian dealer to whom the materials may have been initially sold. This warranty shall not be subject to any assignment or transfer without the written consent of the Manufacturer.

  • Page 58: Parts

    14. PARTS The following pages contain a list of serviceable parts for the Titan SR2 Seed Tender unit. Parts are available from your authorized Dealer Parts Department. 14.1 TITAN SR2 SEED TENDER FRAME 32384 41 35 23 34 31 32...
  • Page 59 19301 Bolt, Hex 1/4-20 x1” 17239 Screw 19128 Nut, Lock, 1/4-20 17230 Insert, Threaded 14053 Tether 17227 Decal, Titan SR2 17231 Bolt, Hex, 1/2-13 x 3-1/2” 18420 Plug 19115 Nut, Hex, Lock, 1/2-13 32379 Tube, Latch 19748 19618 Bolt, Hex, 3/8-16 x 1-3/4”...

  • Page 60: Titan Sr2 Conveyor Assembly

    14.2 TITAN SR2 CONVEYOR ASSEMBLY 12 13 31 32 33 34 35 35 38 39 MMG-00849...
  • Page 61 32409 Weldment, Cover 23711 Plate 19564 Nut, Hex, Flanged, 3/8-16 32407 Weldment, Tube Bearing, Collar 14002 Switch 21258-00C 27040 Housing, Roller Bearing 14058 Switch 21258 Bearing 20986 Plate, Switch 32406 Plate, Discharge Roller Slide 19682 Screw, Hex, Self Drilling, #10 20758 Plate 20983...

  • Page 62: Titan Sr2 Auger Assembly

    14.3 TITAN SR2 AUGER ASSEMBLY 33 34 MMG-00855...
  • Page 63 19586 Nut, Hex, Flanged, 5/16-18 19247 Coupling, Hyd. 19315 Bolt, Carriage, 5/16-18 x 3/4” 19291 Spider 21259 Flange 17999 Fitting, Hyd. 17236 Nut, Wing, #10-32 17271 Motor, Hydraulic 17591 Washer, Flat, #10 19355 Screw, Cap, 1/2-13 x 1-1/2” 19126 Nut, Hex, Flanged, 1/4-20 19595 Nut, Hex, Flanged, 1/2-13 19307...

  • Page 64: Titan Sr2 Delivery Chute & Slide Gates 32461

    14.4 TITAN SR2 DELIVERY CHUTE & SLIDE GATES 32461 12 13 14 MMG-00853 17243 Discharge Transition 17722 Nut, Locking, #10-32 17242 Discharge Transition 17245 Tether 19577 Bolt, Hex, Flanged, 3/8-16 x 3/4” 17220 Handle, Gate 18473 Washer, Flat, 3/8” 19126...

  • Page 65: Titan Sr2 Carriage Assembly

    14.5 TITAN SR2 CARRIAGE ASSEMBLY MMG-00851 30878 Pin, Retaining 19693 Pin, Locking 770963110000 Plug 770963150000 786722016140 Nut, Castle 30879 Mount, Conveyor 750730008120 Nut, Lug 17282 Hub with Brake 32455 Carriage 17283 Roller 17277 Bearing...

  • Page 66: Titan Sr2 Power Unit

    14.6 TITAN SR2 POWER UNIT MMG-00852 32465 Mounting Frame, Power Unit 14058 Switch, Light 17221 Light 11219 Box, Battery 17278 Engine, Kohler 7 Hp Electric Start 21286 Battery, SP-30 20873 Hose, Hydraulic 17281 Tank, Hydraulic 17721 Actuator 20872 Adapter, Pump Mounting 18680 Bolt, Hex, 3/8-16 x 1-1/4”...

  • Page 67: Titan Sr2 Gooseneck Hitch Assembly

    14.7 TITAN SR2 GOOSENECK HITCH ASSEMBLY MMG-00857 19171 Chain, Safety with Hook 25261 Gooseneck Hitch 19275 Breakaway System 19779 Screw, Self Drilling 18679 Clamp 32040 Weldment, Beam, Gooseneck, (R) 32042 Weldment, Beam, Upper — Bolt, Hex, 1/2-13 x 1-3/4”, Grade 8 18487 Washer, Flat, 1/2"...

  • Page 68: Titan Sr2 Trailer Hitch Assembly

    14.8 TITAN SR2 TRAILER HITCH ASSEMBLY MMG-00856 25851 Weldment, Tongue 18096 Tape,Reflective 19911 Decal, Meridian 18164 Jack, Top Wind A-Frame 19225 Chains, Safety with Hook 19298 Hitch, Bumper, 2-5/16” Ball 19275 Breakaway System, Battery BA10-150 18091 Washers, Helical Spring Lock 19116 Bolt, Hex, 1/2-13 x 1-1/2”, Grade 8...

  • Page 69: Titan Sr2 Trailer Assembly

    14.9 TITAN SR2 TRAILER ASSEMBLY 12 13 14 MMG-00854 32393 Weldment, Frame, (Single Axle) 17673 Screw, Countersunk, Self-Tapping 32387 Weldment, Frame, (Tandem Axle) 17674 Light, License Plate — Weldment, Frame, (Triple Axle) 17670 Taillight, Red 32392 Harness, Wire, Single Axle...
  • Page 70 NOTES...
  • Page 72 PH: 306-545-4044 PH: 712-732-1780 PH: 204-325-7883 visit our website TF: 800-667-5904 TF: 800-437-2334 TF: 800-665-7259 www.meridianmfg.com FX: 306-545-4216 FX: 712-732-1028 FX: 204-325-5556 Form No. 17665 Printed in U.S.A. (04-2015) © 2015 Meridian Manufacturing Inc. Registered Trademarks Used Under License.

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