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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
pressure.
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 beyond
the maximum recommended pressure
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
SPROCKET
SHAFT
AGITATOR
WIRE
3/8" LOCKNUT
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 reassemble them in their original positions. (Re-
fer to figure 2 on page 4.) Use shim washers (Ref.
no. 20 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 the
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
GREASE
OIL
OIL
