Operating Guide

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Tightening the Trip Spring and Adjusting the Eye Bolt
To properly adjust the Trip Springs, tighten the top locknut 4 (four) complete rotations beyond the point that the
coils begin to separate. Tighten the bottom locknut to hold eyebolt in position. It is important that each eye bolt
is locked in this position to work properly when the moldboard experiences tripping action.
Greasing the Pivot pins and King bolt
Use a grease gun to grease pivot pins and king bolt.
This will keep your plow operating smoothly.
Maintaining Cutting Edge and Mounting Bolts
Monitor the cutting edge of your plow for excessive wear and tear. Replace it as soon as it appears worn on
either corner approximately 4". Replacing the cutting edge will prevent damage to the moldboard. Also, check
and retighten all mounting bolts after the rst plowing session of the season and at regular intervals throughout
the season.
Checking Oil Level
Use a standard drinking straw or clean stick to check your uid level. Remove the ller cap and dip the straw into
the uid reservoir. Always check uid level with the lift piston fully retracted. The uid level should be 1-1/2" below
the ller hole. If your uid is low or appears excessively dirty, change your hydraulic uid. Only use (#15134)
Meyer Hydraulic M-1 Fluid. Change once per year.
Monitoring the Condition of Your Hoses, Couplers and Rams
Check all hoses for bubbles or cuts and couplers for rust or leaks. A failure in a hose or coupler will result in a
loss in oil pressure and cause power angling failure. Check rams for rust and leaks, either of these problems
can introduce water into your hydraulic system which may cause freeze-ups. If you nd any of these problems,
replace the damaged parts with Meyer Genuine Parts available from your local authorized retailer.
Monitoring the Electrical System and Battery Terminal Connections
For maximum eciency, the vehicle supporting the plow must be properly serviced. The system should consist
of at least a 70-amp/hr battery and a 60-amp alternator. Be sure to regularly check the battery terminals to
assure that they’re clean and free of corrosion, adding (#15632) dielectric grease to all connections will help
General Maintenance
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - See pages 2-3 for denitions