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Galvanized Hydraulic Spreader
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Galvanized Hydraulic Spreader
WARNING:
- Do not exceed the gross vehicle weight ratings (GVWR), front gross axle weight rating
(FGAWR) or rear gross axle weight rating (RGAWR) with spreader and load. Overloading could
result in an accident or damage.(Refer to Material Density chart below)
Material Density
(lb per cubic yd)
Fine Salt – Dry 1400
Coarse Salt – Dry 1300
Coarse Sand – Dry 2800
Coarse Sand – Wet 3300
Before attempting any procedure in this book, read and understand all the safety information
contained in this section. In addition, ensure all individuals working with you are also familiar
with these safety precautions.
For your safety, warning and information decals have been placed on this product to remind the
operator to take safety precautions. It is important that these decals are in place and are legible
before operation begins. New decals can be obtained from Arctic Equipment Manufacturing or
your local dealer.
Remember it is the owner’s responsibility for communicating information on the safe use and
proper maintenance of this equipment. The careful operator is the best operator. Most accidents
are caused by human error. Certain precautions must be observed to prevent the possibility of
injury to operator or bystanders and/or damage to equipment.
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Empty and clean the hopper and wash off all external surfaces after each use.
- Driver to keep bystanders minimum of 25 feet away from operating spreader.
-Servicing the sander without special tools and knowledge could result in personal injury. See an
authorized Arctic dealer for service.
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Before servicing the spreader, wait for conveyor or spinner to stop, then lock out
power.
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Do not climb into or ride on spreader.
- Disconnect electric and/or hydraulic power and tag out if required before servicing or
performing maintenance.
-Do not allow hands, hair or clothing to get near any moving parts such as spinner, chain etc.
-Do not wear neckties or loose clothing when working on the vehicle. These things can catch on
moving parts or cause an electrical short circuit that could result in personal injury. Do not wear
wrist watches, rings or other jewellery when working on the vehicle or individual equipment
-Do not allow unauthorized person to operate this unit.
-Do not work on a vehicle without having a fully serviced fire extinguisher available. (Dry
chemical unit specified for gasoline, chemical or electrical fires).
-Do not smoke while working on the vehicle. Gasoline and battery acid vapours are extremely
flammable and explosive.