User guide
1.0 Operations
1.0 Operations
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13. Position boom above boom rest and lower to allow its full weight on the boom rest.
14. Replace lynch pin in Boom Arm.
15. Move the boom locking handle to lock position.
16. Make sure that the conveyor/auger hold down ratchet strap is tight enough that the conveyor auger will
not move during transportation.
17. Make sure the collapsible hopper is in the up position for storage (Figure 1.6).
NOTE: If you are not using an optional hopper cover this will help the water drain out of the
hopper.
18. Run the engine at 1/2 to full rpm for 20 minutes to recharge the battery.
19. Slide the fuel shut off lever to the “OFF” position. This will allow the engine to shutoff by running out
of gas.
20. Turn the key to the “OFF” position.
1.7 Filling Speed Tender From Another Wagon or Bulk Container
WARNING: The Speed Tender must be hooked to the towing vehicle during loading and
unloading.
1. Remove lynch pin from Boom Arm (Figure 1.3).
2. Startthehydraulicpowerunitandincreasethrottlespeed.(Allowhydraulicuidtowarmup.)
NOTE: Make sure collapsible hopper is in the down position.
3. Raise the boom out of boom rest using the handheld control. (Figure 1.4).
NOTE: Wireless options feature a Wireless Remote (Figure 1.4).
4. Move the boom lock handle to the unlock position. This will allow the boom to swing (Figure 1.3).
CAUTION: If you are parked on an incline, the boom arm may swing freely. (It is advised
that you do not use Speed Tender on uneven ground)
5. Rotate the conveyor/auger to 45 deg. (Figure 1.8)
6. Lower the boom so you can remove the telescoping spout from the discharge
end of the conveyor/auger.
7. Undo the conveyor/auger hold down ratchet strap (Figure 1.3).
8. Swing the collapsible hopper end out from under the Speed Tender shell.
9. Position the discharge end over the Speed Tender.
45 deg.
Figure 1.8
NOTE: The conveyor/auger is equipped with a stand
(Figure 1.7). (It is recommended for use whenever
possible to maximize conveyor performance and for easier ac-
cess to discharge point on bulk seed containers).
Figure 1.7
Conveyer/Auger
Stand
10. Lock the Boom Arm in place.