J&M 500ST - Manual (Page 11)

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1.0 Operations
1.6 Field Operation
WARNING: The Speed Tender must be hooked to the towing vehicle during loading and
unloading.
1. Position the Speed Tender next to the planter/drill so the conveyor/auger will reach the planter
box.
2. Remove lynch pin from Boom Arm. (Figure 1.3)
3. Start the hydraulic power unit and increase throttle speed. (Allow hydraulic fluid to warm-up.)
(Figure 1.2).
4. Raise the boom out of the Boom Rest using the handheld control (Figure 1.4).
NOTE: Wireless options feature a Wireless Remote (Figure 1.4).
WARNING: When operating the hydraulic swing option, do not stand in the operating range of the
Conveyer.
WARNING: If you are parked on an incline the boom arm may swing freely. (It is advised
that you do not use the Speed Tender on uneven ground).
5. Check to make sure the hopper is in the up position (Figure 1.4)
Lynch Pin
Figure 1.3