1008754 Rev. A
22
Cleaning Spreader
• Use appropriate footwear, eye protection, and
clothing when cleaning spreader.
• The key to years of trouble-free service is to keep
your spreader clean and dry.
• Never allow material to remain in hopper for
extended periods of time.
• Empty material from hopper at the end of each day.
• Use a hose or wipe excess material off spreader at
the end of each day.
• To avoid damage to motor and electrical system, do
not spray motor directly or pressure wash.
• Open and close gate as you rinse to avoid build up of
material.
• Quickly towel dry spreader.
• Use dielectric grease on electrical connections to
prevent corrosion.
Storing Spreader
• Stop machine on level ground.
• Stop machine engine.
• Lock machine park brake.
• Disconnect spreader motor harness from machine's
battery.
• Remove all material from the hopper before
removing spreader from machine. The spreader
should be clean and dry before storing. See cleaning
spreader section.
• Remove spreader from machine.
• Store spreader upside down, with top edge of
spreader on the ground.
Maintenance
• Understand service and maintenance procedure
before performing any work on this machine or
spreader.
• Do not operate the engine in a confi ned space where
carbon monoxide and other fumes can accumulate.
• Never lubricate, service, or adjust the machine or
spreader while it is moving or running.
• Keep hands, feet, clothing, hair, and loose items
away from any moving parts.
• Disconnect battery before making any repairs.
• Keep all parts in good condition and operating
properly. Fix damages immediately. Replace all
worm or damaged parts (including safety decals).
• If agitator is worn, replace with Spyker part
#1008241. Do not use any other agitator.
• Check all hardware at frequent intervals to ensure
they are tight.
Capacities
• Spreader empty weight with gate actuator = 34 lbs.
• Hopper Volume Capacity = 2.0 cubic feet.
• Maximum weight capacity of spreader hopper =
120#
• Maximum weight capacity with optional hopper
extension kit (Spyker Part #:05-120-3600) = 220
lbs (Do not exceed 120lbs hopper weight on ATV's or
ZTR's)
