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Designed purpose of use
The Towable Sand Spreader is an economical and easy tool for smaller areas. The spreader is well suited
for winter maintenance of yards, walkways, paths, and other level areas. The best spreading result is usually
achieved when using material with grain size between 4 and 8 mm. The material should not be lumped or
frozen.
The spreader is coupled to trailer hitch ball of the loader. Power to the spreader shaft is taken mechanically
from the wheels, so the spreader does not require any hydraulic couplings. When pulled forward, the wheels
rotate the spreader shaft. When reversing, the clutches on the wheel hubs allow the wheels to rotate freely,
and the spreader will not spread. Also, for crossings, the clutches can be set to transport position to prevent
the doser shaft from turning. The spreader is intended to be used only while coupled to a loader, and by
operating the controls of the loader only while sitting on the driver’s seat of the loader. Using the spreader for
other purposes or use in any other way than described in this manual is prohibited.
The attachment has been designed to require as little maintenance as possible. The operator can perform
regular maintenance tasks. All maintenance work must be done using proper safety equipment. Only original
spare parts must be used. Familiarise yourself with the manual's instructions regarding service and
maintenance. Please contact your AVANT retailer if you have additional questions about the operation or
maintenance of the equipment, or if you require spare parts or maintenance services.
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Safety instructions for using the sand spreader
Please bear in mind that safety is the result of several factors. The loader-attachment combination is highly
powerful and improper or careless use or maintenance may cause serious personal injury or property
damage. Due to this, you should carefully familiarise yourself with the manuals of both the loader and the
attachment before starting operation. Do not use the attachment if you have not completely familiarised
yourself with its operation and the related hazards.
Misuse, careless use, or using an attachment that is in poor condition, may cause risk
of serious injuries. Familiarise yourself with the controls of the loader and correct
coupling procedure and correct way to operate the attachment at a safe area. Study
especially how to stop the equipment in a safe manner. Read all safety precautions
carefully.
Read all safety instructions carefully before handling the attachment
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Make sure that the spreader is fully locked on the trailer coupling of the loader.
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Start using the attachment slowly and calmly, and monitor the operation of the
spreader.
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Practice using a towable attachment and reversing with the loader. When
using a loader with articulated frame steering, precise manoeuvring of the
towed attachment requires some practise.
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Never transport anything else than sanding material on the spreader.
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Always apply the parking brake of the loader when leaving the driver’s seat to
make sure the machine will not move.
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Uncouple the spreader only on level surface, so that it will not start to move
when unlocking from trailer coupling. Completely empty spreader can be
uncoupled on inclined surface, if moving of the spreader is prevented by using
chocks or rocks to block the wheels.
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