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CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS
1.Before each use make a thorough visual check of the
sreader for any bolts and nuts which may have
loosened. Retighten any loose bolts and nuts.
CHECK FOR WORN OF DAMAGED PARTS
2.Check for worn or damaged parts before each use.
Repair or replace parts if necessary.
CHECK TIRE INFLATION
3.Check if tires are adequately inflated before each use.
Do not inflate beyond maximum recommended pres-
sure.
FIGURE 14
1.Rinse inside of hopper and exterior of spreader and dry
off before storing.
2.Store in a clean, dry area.
CAUTION: DO NOT
inflate tires be-
yond the maximum recommended pres-
sure printed on side of tire.
CLEANING
4.Rinse inside of hopper and exterior of spreader and dry
off before storing.
LUBRICATE
(See figure 14.)
5.Lightly apply automotive grease as needed to the
sprocket and gear.
6.Oil the nylon bushings on the vertical sprocket shaft
and on the axle at least once a year, or more often as
needed.
7.Oil right hand (idler) wheel bearing at least once a year
or more often as needed.
FIGURE 15
MAINTENANCE
GREASE
OIL
OIL
SPROCKET
SHAFT
AGITATOR
WIRE
3/8" HEX NUT
AGITATOR
SLEEVE
STORAGE
1.If the axle, slotted gear and sprocket assembly is
disassembled, mark down the positions of the parts as
they are removed. The drive wheel and sprocket
positions in relation to the slotted gear determine which
direction the spreader plate will spin. Be sure to reas-
semble them in their original positions. (Refer to figure
4 on page 5.) Use shim washers (Ref. no. 21 on pages
10 and 11) as needed for minimum backlash. Add
grease to gear and sprocket.
2.If the agitator wire becomes damaged or worn it can be
replaced. Loosen the 3/8" hex nut on top of sprocket
shaft until agitator wire is free. Remove old agitator
wire from hole in agitator sleeve and replace with new
agitator wire. Position agitator wire so that sprocket
shaft turns freely, then tighten 3/8" hex nut on top of
sprocket shaft. See figure 15.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
