Wallenstein MX Series, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL CompactManureSpreader MX Series Document P N Z97045_En Rev Feb 2020 MX25G MX50G MX50P MX80G MX80P ...

Page 2: ...m corrosion resistant carbon steel then powder coated for extra protection Safe efficient and trouble free operation of your Wallenstein Spreader requires that you and anyone else who will be using or maintaining the spreader read and understand the Safety Operation Maintenance and Trouble Shooting information contained within the Operator s Manual Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and...

Page 3: ...E IF EQUIPPED 24 4 8 ASSEMBLY 25 4 8 1 PTO DRIVELINE IF EQUIPPED 25 4 9 FIELD OPERATION 26 4 9 1 PREPARE 26 4 9 2 BEFORE LOADING 27 4 9 3 TRACTOR 27 4 9 4 STOPPING 27 4 9 5 EMERGENCY STOPPING 27 4 10 SPREADING OPERATION 28 4 10 1 LOADING 28 4 10 2 SPREADING PTO MODELS 29 4 10 3 SPREADING GROUND DRIVE MODELS 30 4 10 4 UNPLUGGING 31 5 TRANSPORTING 32 6 STORAGE 33 6 2 REMOVING FROM STORAGE 33 6 1 PLA...

Page 4: ...with any claim This warranty does not cover the following 1 Normal maintenance or adjustments 2 Normal replacement of wearable and service parts 3 Consequential damage indirect damage or loss of profits 4 Damages resulting from Misuse negligence accident theft or fire Use of improper or insufficient fuel fluids or lubricants Use of parts or aftermarket accessories other than genuine Wallenstein pa...

Page 5: ...ure Wheel Lugs at Proper Torque Review Operating and Safety Instructions To activate warranty register your product online at www wallensteinequipment com _________________________________________ Customer s Name _________________________________________ Contact Name _________________________________________ Dealer Name _________ _______________________________ Phone Number _______________________...

Page 6: ...r multiple symbols The Decal illustrates requirements for safe operation safety equipment housekeeping etc These Decals are accompanied by detailed instructions in the owners manual with the Decal illustrated along side Informative Decals are generally pictorial with a white background and can vary to the number of panels The Decal will illustrate the function of a feature and is accompanied by de...

Page 7: ...ardous situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations typically for machine components which for functional purposes cannot be guarded WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed It m...

Page 8: ...ace shield DO set Safe Condition procedure before any service maintenance work or storage preparation Safe Condition involves the following procedure Shut off hydraulics or mechanical drive Shut off the engine Ensure all components have stopped moving Set the parking brake Remove and pocket the ignition key DO check cables chains and pulley s that they are clear of debris prior to starting the mac...

Page 9: ...on familiar with machinery and trained in this equipment s operations If the elderly are assisting with work their physical limitations need to be recognized and accommodated 6 Operate the machine only with a tractor equipped with an approved Roll Over Protective Structure ROPS Always wear yourseatbeltwhenoperatingthe tractor Serious injury or even deathcouldresultfromfallingoff the tractor partic...

Page 10: ...e machine An untrained operator exposes himself and bystanders to possible serious injury or death If the elderly are assisting with the work theirphysicallimitationsneedtoberecognized and accommodated 6 Know your controls and how to stop tractor and machine quickly in an emergency Read this manual and the one provided with tractor 2 3 SAFETY TRAINING 2 4 PREPARATION 1 Never use the machine until ...

Page 11: ... 2 6 HYDRAULIC SAFETY 1 Makesurethatallthecomponents in the hydraulic system are kept in good condition and are clean 2 Before applying pressure to the system make sure all components are tight and that lines hoses and couplings are not damaged 3 Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the hydraulic lines fittings or hoses by using tapes clamps or cements The hydraulic system operates under extrem...

Page 12: ...ers The safe use of this machine is strictly up to you the operator 2 All things with moving parts are potentially hazardous There is no substitute for a cautious safe minded operator who recognizes potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices Wallenstein has designed this machine to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of accidents Study this...

Page 13: ...hway safety laws and rules 9 Do not exceed a safe travel speed when transporting Use safety chain around hitch and drawbar cage to prevent unexpected separation 10 Maintain proper tire air pressure at all times check wheel nuts on a regular basis and torque as required 4 Donotloadthespreaderunlessitishitchedtothe tractoranddonotunhitchaloadedspreaderfrom the tractor leaving it supported by only th...

Page 14: ...ided below can be used Make periodic reviews of Safety and Operation a standard practice for all operators Review again at the startup of every season The design and manufacture of this product conforms to relative provisions in the following standards ISO 4254 1 Agricultural machinery Safety ASABE S318 Safety for Agricultural Field Equipment ISO 3600 Operator s Manual Machinery for Agriculture Fo...

Page 15: ...ATIONS Warning Read and understand ALL safety and operating instructions in the manual Read and understand ALL safety Decals located on the machine The most important safety device on this equipment is an informed SAFE operator Z94246 540 RPM Z94118 Warning Rotating driveline Entanglement danger present Keep hands loose clothing and long hair away from driveline while it is rotating Warning Before...

Page 16: ...w Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs the type of warning and the area or particular function related to that area that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS Think SAFETY Work SAFELY Z94118 Z94246 540 RPM Z94241 Z94127 Z94117 Z94241 Z94127 Z94117 Z94168 Z94117 Z94168 Z94241 PTO DRIVE MODELS ...

Page 17: ...4168 Z94239 Z94117 Z94168 1 Z94127 Z94127 Z94117 IMPORTANT If safety signs have been damaged removed become illegible or parts replaced without safetysigns newsignsmustbeapplied Newsafetysigns are available from your authorized dealer ...

Page 18: ...ree of debris to prevent tripping Stop engine when leaving unattended Operate the machine only with a tractor equipped with an approved Roll Over Protective Structure ROPS Do not start the spreader until you know everyone is clear of the machine and have made sure no tools are lying on or inside the spreader TheManureSpreadersaredesignedtohaulandspread manure over fields as fertilizer The operator...

Page 19: ...along the left side of the frame to drive the beaters and unloading chain systems The ground drive system is located on the left side of the frame and drives both the beaters and unloading chain system PTO Shaft Ground Drive Control 2000lb Trailer Jack Beater Bar Paddles Apron Drive Chain Front Belt Drive Apron Conveyor Beater Drive Cover Clevis Hitch Tongue Clevis Hitch Tongue Apron Conveyor Beat...

Page 20: ...ct Manure Spreader requires that each operator reads and understands the using procedures and all related safety precautions outlined in this section A pre operation checklist is provided for the operator It is important for both the personal safety and maintaining good mechanical condition that this checklist is followed Before operating Spreader and each time thereafter the following areas shoul...

Page 21: ...e sure there is enough room and clearance to safely back up to the machine 3 Use the trailer jack to raise the clevis to the height of the tow vehicle draw bar 4 Slowly back the tow vehicle until the draw bar and clevis are aligned 5 Attach the clevis Place hitch pin through the clevis and draw bar Install the snapper pin to secure the hitch pin 6 Stow the jack Crank the jack up Pull the jack pin ...

Page 22: ...tor s manual for information on the operation of the PTO control Apron Drive The spreader is designed with an 4 position lever on the right side of the box to set apron drive speed to Off Fast Medium or Slow Lever Off Fast Slow WARNING Machine is shown with guard removedoropenedforillustrative purposes only Do not operate machine with guard removed or opened ...

Page 23: ...ever down to engage ground drive Move the lever up to move the idler guide between the chain and sprocket disengaging the ground drive WARNING Machine is shown with guard removedoropenedforillustrative purposes only Do not operate machine with guard removed or opened Drive System Disengaged Drive System Engaged Idler Stowed Ground Drive Engaged ...

Page 24: ...mension A betweenthelocking grooves on the tractor PTO shaft and the machine input shaft e Measure the same dimensions on the compressed drive line f If the compressed drive line dimension B exceeds the machine dimension A the drive line will have to be cut 2 When cutting the drive line follow this procedure a Subtract the machine dimension A from the uncut drive line dimension B or B A C b Add 1 ...

Page 25: ...all children 2 Raise the guard over the input shaft 3 Check the pictorial on shield and orient the shaft to attach the non tractor end to the Spreader 4 Depress the lock pin on the yoke and slide the yoke over the Spreader input shaft 5 Release the lock pin as the yoke slides on the shaft to allow the pin to lock into position 6 Pull on the yoke to be sure the lock pin seated in its groove 7 Lower...

Page 26: ...free of debris to prevent tripping Stop engine when leaving unattended For safety ensure your tractor is equipped with a ROPS Do not start the spreader until you know everyone is clear of the machine and have made sure no tools are lying on or inside the spreader The operator has the responsibility of being familiar with all operating and safety procedures and following them Although the Wallenste...

Page 27: ... Oilthebeaterdrivechainandinspectpulleybelt remove any standing manure or debris All operators must understand how to put the machine in Safe Condition before working with this machine Shut off hydraulics or mechanical drive Shut off the engine Ensure all components have stopped moving Set the parking brake Remove and pocket the ignition key 4 9 3 TRACTOR Verify all the access covers are secured S...

Page 28: ...ader Avoid loading at steep angles tipping is a hazard Load the spreader from front to back Loading this way permits the material to be spread uniformly Do not over load maximum load height should be no higher than 42 in 1067 mm Break up any large chunks Be cautious of foreign objects in the manure that could jam the beaters and potentially damage the spreader Smaller objects could be thrown forwa...

Page 29: ...hen spreading Select the ground speed based on terrain and how fast you want to unload Generally the best results are obtained when the ground speed is slowed as the machine empties to reduce splattering Although the Spreader can run a 540 RPM it is recommended that it be run at a slower speed Generally mid rangegetsthejobdoneor250 350RPM Operating at 540 RPM only increases the amount of splatter ...

Page 30: ...ering on the driver Reducing ground speed also reduces the chance of splattering the driver The Spreader can be operated between 3 6 mph 4 5 9 kph when spreading Select the ground speed based on terrain and how fast you want to unload Generally the best results are obtained when the ground speed is slowed as the machine empties to reduce splattering An optional gate is available to go into the fra...

Page 31: ...Remove manure from around the paddles and inspect to determine what has caused the jam or plug 3 Remove the jam or plug and ensure the box is free of hard or frozen chunks and foreign objects start the tractor at idle 4 Slowly engage the PTO if the paddles fail to turn disengage the PTO and shut off the tractor 5 Inspect the apron drive and chain Inside the box Undercarriage Sprocket front and rea...

Page 32: ... crossing roadways Never allow riders on the machine When transporting the machine review and follow these instructions 1 Clear the area of bystanders especially small children 2 If travelling on a highway check that all the lights and reflectors required by the highway authorities are in place clean and working At minimum install an SMV sign slow moving vehicle 3 Verify that the machine is secure...

Page 33: ...re for storing 1 Verify support leg is lowered and locked in position 2 Rest the PTO shaft on the PTO holder if equipped 3 Chock wheels to prevent movement 4 Remove all material from the machine 5 Thoroughly wash the machine with a pressure washer to remove all manure and debris 6 1 PLACING IN STORAGE Store the unit in a dry level area Support the frame with planks if required 6 During freezing te...

Page 34: ...mechanical drive Shut off the engine Ensureallcomponentshavestoppedmoving Set the parking brake Remove and pocket the ignition key Never work under equipment unless it is blocked securely IMPORTANT Do Not over grease One shot of grease is sufficient Look for this Decal on your machine it indicates a grease point and the number of hours between greasing Always use personal protection devices such a...

Page 35: ... points for PTO Drive models IMPORTANT Do Not over grease Daily Lubricate support stand hinge point Look for this Decal on your machine It indicates a greasepointandthenumber of hours between greasing PTO Drive Inner Outer Bearing Apron Ratchet Drive Bearings Beater Bearing Right Apron Shaft Bearing Beater Bearing Gearbox End Line Shaft Bearing Left Apron Shaft Bearing Wheel Bearing One Per Side L...

Page 36: ... and small debris This illustration shows the general location of lubrication points for Ground Drive models IMPORTANT Do Not over grease Daily Lubricate support stand hinge point Look for this Decal on your machine It indicates a greasepointandthenumber of hours between greasing Left Apron Shaft Bearing Right Apron Shaft Bearing Axle Bearing Axle Bearing Drive Chain Idler Arm Ratchet Drive Sprock...

Page 37: ...37 Apply grease or heavy oil to apron chain and roller chains daily Roller Chains Apron Chain Apron Chain ...

Page 38: ...rive Shut off the engine Ensure all components have stopped moving Set the parking brake Remove and pocket the ignition key 7 4 DRIVELINE MAINTENANCE The PTO drive line is designed to telescope to allow for dimensional changes as the machine goes through its operational range A heavy duty plastic tubular guard encloses the driving components and is designed to turn relative to the driving componen...

Page 39: ... secure the belt shield and remove the shield 3 Loosen do not remove the 4 bearing mount plate bolts that hold the PTO bearing shaft assembly to the main frame 4 Turn the belt tensioning nut counter clockwise until the drive belts are loose enough to remove then remove the belts 5 Install new belts 6 Turn the belt tensioning nut clockwise to tighten the belt 7 Check the tension by pushing on the b...

Page 40: ... 6 8 in 150 200 mm below the frame for proper setting 7 Use the idler mount plate adjusting bolts on the front shaft to set the chain at its required tension a Loosen idler mount bolts on both sides of machine b Loosen jam nut on both sides of machine c Turn adjustment nut on each side equally to set belt tension d Tighten jam nuts e Tighten idler mount bolts Idler Mount Plate Bolts 2 Adjustment N...

Page 41: ... allow for further tensioning At the chain adjusters completely loosen tension on both sides of the apron chain Determine how many links to remove Remove the cotter pins from the chain clevis pins separate the chain links Use a chain breaker and carefully remove the chain pin Remove the link and repeat for the other side Reassemble the links with the clevis pin install and secure cotter pins Note ...

Page 42: ...l i n e T i r e P r e s s u r e L u g N u t s D r i v e C h a i n s L u b r i c a t e A d j u s t A p r o n C h a i n T e n s i o n L u b r i c a t e G e a r B o x O i l H u b R a t c h e t i n g M e c h a n i s m S e a l i n g F l a p B e l t s C h e c k T e n s i o n G r e a s e B e a r i n g s a n d P i v o t P o i n t s 7 9 LUBRICATION CHART See Lubrication and Maintenance sections for details...

Page 43: ... for frozen debris Ensure machine is off Return spring is weak Replace spring Ensure machine is off Cable not adjusted broken stretched Adjust cable replace if required Ensure machine is off Control mechanism dirty Clean lubricate mechanism Ensure machine is off Rope broken Inspect and replace rope if required Ensure machine is off Apron Beater Control not working Unusual vibration while running P...

Page 44: ...e Replace broken missing paddle Ensure machine is off Debris in paddle Clean paddles check for frozen debris Ensure machine is off Return spring is weak Replace spring Ensure machine is off Control mechanism dirty Clean lubricate mechanism Ensure machine is off Apron Beater Control not working Unusual vibration while running PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION CAUTION Beater does not turn Slow or no feeding Dr...

Page 45: ... 662 667X 667X Cleanout Fast Slow Off Cleanout Fast Slow Off Fines pan Optional Optional Optional Optional Optional Optional Hydraulic Optional Hydraulic End Gate Optional Optional Optional Optional Optional Hydraulic Optional Hydraulic Jack Stand Optional Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard Upper Beater Optional Optional Dealer Installed Accessories Corrosion Resistant Cor Ten W...

Page 46: ...321 610 450 M24 750 553 1050 774 M30 1495 1103 2100 1550 M36 2600 1917 3675 2710 Bolt Diameter A Bolt Torque 8 8 N m lb ft 10 9 N m lb ft METRIC TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS 9 2 WHEEL LUG TORQUE It is extremely important safety procedure to apply and maintain proper wheel mounting torque on your spreader axle Torque wrenches are the best method to assure the proper amount of torque is being applied to a ...

Page 47: ...to order The Fines Pan provides a more consistent spread of manure by causing all manure to be discharged by the beater paddles Kit consists of fines pan and hardware Fines Pan M7550 MX25G M7610 MX50G MX50P M7590 MX80G MX80P The End Gate closes to eliminate spills during filling or on the way from stable to pasture Kit consists of end gate and hardware End Gate M7570 MX50G MX50P M7550 MX80G MX80P ...

Page 48: ...Maintenance Labels 6 MX130 2 O ORIENTATION 2 P PPE 8 10 15 Product Labels 6 PTO speed 9 12 29 S Safe Condition 8 9 11 12 13 18 26 27 34 38 Safety 7 Safety Alert Symbol 7 Signal Words 7 Safety Alert Symbol 7 Safety Labels 6 Safety Notice Labels 6 serial 6 Sign off form 14 T Trailer Jack 19 W wet manure 33 ...