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LOADING
Begin loading the spreader at the front end and work toward the rear until loading is completed. Loading
this way permits the material to be spread uniformly. Loading front to rear is particularly important when
the spreader is loaded by a mechanical loader because this type of load requires more power to spread
than other loads.
When hauling extremely heavy materials with a large portion of dirt, it may be necessary to reduce the
loadsize to prevent excessive shear bolt breakage. Never dump material onto the beater. Do not use extra
sideboards. Do not overload spreader. Overloading decreases spreading effectiveness. Do not load more
than 15 inches above the horizontal beater unit.
SPREADING
1.
Engage the tractor PTO slowly. Beater is always in the engaged position, therefore, engaging
the tractor PTO will automatically start the beaters.
2.
Raise the hydraulic endgate by engaging the tractor hydraulics.
Note: Hydraulic endgate MUST
BE RAISED COMPLETELY prior to engaging hydraulic pushgate.
3.
Engage the tractor hydraulic lever into the detent position to operate the spreader hydraulic
pusher.
4.
The spreader pusher hydraulic hose has a restrictor in the line. It can easily be slowed down by
the tractor flow control if tractor is equipped with one (optional in-line flow control is available.)
5.
When the spreader is empty, disengage the tractor PTO (which will stop the beater). Engage
the tractor hydraulics to return the spreader push gate. When the spreader push gate is
completely retracted,
engage tractor hydraulics to close hydraulic endgate.
OPERATION
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN
If a foreign object becomes lodged in the beater area and shears the shear bolt, disengage the PTO and
stop the hydraulic pusher. Stop the tractor engine, remove the ignition key, and allow all mechanisms to
stop before cleaning or working on the spreader.
WINTER OPERATION
In freezing weather, make certain that hydraulic tailgate is not frozen to the sides or on the floor of the
spreader. Make sure the push gate is not frozen to the spreader floor or any lumps of manure are frozen
to the floor.
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