Meyer 4120 Automobile Accessories User Manual


 
OPERATION
WARNING: MAKE CERTAIN EV
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ERYONE IS CLEAR OF EQUIPMENT BE
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FORE APPLYING POWER. FAILURE TO
HEED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PER
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SONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Pull the dump box into position.
Always park as straight ahead as possible so
there is a minimum angle on the PTO shaft
U-joints when it is connected to the tractor.
Set the brakes and shut the tractor off.
NOTE: Normal operation is using a tractor. If
using some other vehicle exercise caution
when parking and exiting this vehicle.
Remove drive shaft from the storage bracket
and connect it to the tractor PTO. Be sure the
PTO yoke is securely locked to the tractor
PTO. If using an optional hydraulic drive,
couple the hydraulic hoses to the power sup-
ply.
Make sure all persons are clear of the dump
box and the unloading area.
The rear door, figure 4, is opened automati
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cally as forage is forced against it. The door
can spring open with extreme force when the
latches release, figure 5. This is caused by
the pressure of the forage against the door.
WARNING: DISCHARGE DOOR
CAN SPRING OPEN QUICKLY AND WITH
FORCE. KEEP ALL PERSONS WELL
CLEAR OF THE DUMP BOX AND UN
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LOADING AREA. FAILURE TO HEED MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
OR DEATH.
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FIGURE 4. REAR OPENING DISCHARGE
DOOR
FIGURE 5. DOOR LATCH
(Typical both sides)