Service and Maintenance
MS1300P
Manure Spreader
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9.7.3 Adjust the Shift Cable
If the gearbox is not shifting gears correctly, the shift cable may
require adjustment.
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2
1
5
4
3
Fig. 22 –
Shift-cable Adjustment
1.
Set the machine to a safe condition. For instructions, ssee
2.
Use the speed-control rope to set the beater and apron
drive speed to 1 (low). For more information, see
3.
Open the left-hand side, rear shield door.'
4.
Locate the shift cable (1) that is attached to the gearbox
shift rod (3).
5.
Loosen the two lock nuts (2) that are on the end of the shift
cable.
6.
Adjust the position of the shift cable until the shift rod
retaining ring (5) is approximately 1 1/16 in (27 mm) (4)
from the gearbox housing.
7.
Tighten the two lock nuts to secure the shift cable to the
shift rod.
9.8 Drive Belt
WARNING!
Machine shown with shields removed for
illustrative purposes only. Never operate
machine with shields removed.
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9.8.1 Adjust the Drive Belt Tension
IMPORTANT! Drive belt deflection should not measure
more than 3/4–1 in. (20–25 mm).
Drive belts transmit PTO power to the drive shaft. The drive
shaft then provides power to the gearbox that drives the beater
bar and apron-chain assembly.
When a belt is in disrepair or loose, the ability to efficiently
transfer power from the PTO to the drive shaft may be affected.
It is important to check the condition and tension of the belts on
a regular basis. Replace a frayed, cracked, or worn drive belt.
Remove the belt-drive shield to check the belt tension. Use a
drive belt tension gauge for accurate measurement. If a gauge
is not available, push on the belts with your fingers to observe
their deflection.
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Fig. 23 –
Drive Belt Deflection
