J&M 500ST User Manual
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1.0 Operations
10.
Position boom above boom rest and lower to allow its full weight on the boom rest.
11.
Replace lynch pin in Boom Arm.
13.
Make sure that the conveyor hold down ratchet strap is tight enough that the conveyor will
not move during transportation.
14.
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.
15.
Run the engine at 1/2 to full rpm for 20 minutes to recharge the battery.
16.
Slide the fuel shut off lever to the “OFF” position. This will allow the engine to shut off by running out
of gas.
17.
Turn the key to the “OFF” position.
18.
Turn off main disconnect.
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.
Start the hydraulic power unit and increase throttle speed. (Allow hydraulic fluid to warm up.)
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).
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 to 45 deg. (Figure 1.8)
6.
Lower the boom so you can remove the telescoping spout from the discharge
end of the conveyor.
7.
Undo the conveyor hold down ratchet strap.
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 is equipped with a stand (Fig-
ure 1.7). (It is recommended for use whenever
possible to maximize conveyor performance and for easier
access to discharge point on bulk seed containers).
Figure 1.7
Conveyer Stand