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7.0 DRIVING
SPEED
For safety reasons the driving speed of the Easy Spread is limited to 12 km/h (7,5 mph), but
in reality you will have to determine the maximum driving speed depending on the desired
gritting image.
8.0 USING THE EASY SPREAD
Before using the Easy Spread in a location, you should check the following items:
1. Are there loose objects in the field? First remove these objects.
2. Are there slopes? The maximum slope is 20 degrees for the Easy Spread. Always go
from top to bottom.
3. Is there danger of flying objects (e.g., golf balls) that distract the attention of the driver? If
so, the Easy Spread
CANNOT
be used.
4. Is there danger of sinking/sliding away? If so, postpone using the Easy Spread.
5. If the soil is frozen or very wet, postpone the activities until conditions improve.
9.0 START/STOP
PROCEDURE
The start procedure is
VERY
important. If this procedure is not executed as described below,
it might result in serious damage to the machine.
Figure 11
The start procedure is as follows
(Figure 11)
:
1. Have a good look at the Easy Spread and see whether all components function properly.
If not, first solve the problems before using the Easy Spread.
2. Connect the Easy Spread to the tractor as described in Chapter 4.0.
3. Determine the desired rotating speed of the gritting cylinder.
4. Lift the Easy Spread.
