Product Manual

SPREADER MAINTENANCE
WARNING – Disconnect power to spreader before servicing.
CAUTION – Do not attempt to service control unit. It is a solid-state electronic device and has no user serviceable parts; any
attempt to do so will void warranty.
CAUTION - The electric motor is sealed and should not be taken apart for any reason. Disassembly of the motor will void
warranty.
CAUTION – When replacing parts use only Meyer Products approved parts or risk voiding warranty.
Use dielectric grease on all electrical connections, before and after each season and whenever the plugs are disconnected.
This will ensure long life for the contacts and prevent corrosion.
Wash unit after each use to prevent material build-up and corrosion.
Periodically inspect the motor seal located around the shaft and look for cracks or splits. If seal is damaged or missing contact
the manufacturer for a replacement.
At the end of the season thoroughly clean all parts and paint or oil all bare metal surfaces (except for hopper and spinner which
are stainless steel and do not require painting). Using a paste wax on the inside of the hopper will help material flow smoothly.
OIL SHAFT AT MOTOR BASE TO PREVENT RUST DURING NON-USE.
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.
Be sure vehicle power supply is working properly (battery charged)
Check the hopper for a jammed feed screw.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Motor does not run. Loose electrical connection. Check all electrical connections.
Auger or spinner jammed Carefully remove jammed material.
Shut Down, Jammed auger. Carefully remove jammed material.
Poor electrical connections. Clean or replace connectors.
Electrical short. Look for bare or loose wires.
Controller bad. Replace controller.
Material will not feed. No material in the hopper. Fill hopper.
Material is wet. Replace with dry material.
Frozen or coarse material. Replace material.
Auger loose on motor shaft. Tighten setscrew on side if auger. There is a
flat machined into the motor shaft, this set
screw must tighten onto that flat.
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