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Connecting the Spreader to the Towing Vehicle
For operation in the field, the Agriease spreaders can be towed by a number of vehicles such as garden
tractors, ATVs, and utility vehicles. Please adhere to the following procedure for connecting the spreader
to your towing vehicle. Attaching the spreader to the towing vehicle as instructed is necessary for safe and
proper operation of the equipment.
1. Back the towing vehicle within a few inches of the spreader hitch.
2. Refer to Figure 2A. Determine the spreader hitch position required to allow the spreader to remain
parallel to the ground with relation to the towing vehicle.
NOTE: As shown in Figure 2A, the adjustable hitch on the front of the spreader may be positioned in a
number of ways, by sliding up/down or inverting, to achieve higher or lower positioning.
SECTION 2: OPERATION
Understanding Spreader Operation
Proper and safe operation of the Agriease spreader requires: (1) being familiar with the spreader's
operating components and (2) heeding all safety precautions as stated in this manual.
The Spreader Operating Components
By definition, the left and right sides of the spreader are determined while sitting on the tractor seat. The
following operating components are included with all Model
23MS
and
32MS
spreaders:
The left hand spreader lever
engages the floor apron chain which moves the manure to the
rear of the spreader and into the beater.
The right hand spreader lever
engages the chain that drives the beater and spreads the
manure.
The following are optional operating components included with some Model
23MS
and
32MS
spreaders (depending on
the specific model configuration ordered):
The jack stand dolly wheel option allows easy movement of the spreader around the stable or bam; also
adjusts the height of the spreader to facilitate hook-up to the spreader towing vehicle.
The end gate helps to contain loads between spreading and also shields the operator during
spreading.
Connecting the Spreader to the Towing Vehicle
For operation in the field, the Agriease spreaders can be towed by a number of vehicles such as garden tractors, ATVs,
and utility vehicles. Please adhere to the following procedure for connecting the spreader to your towing vehicle.
Attaching the spreader to the towing vehicle as instructed is necessary for safe and proper operation of the
equipment.
1.
Back the towing vehicle within a few inches of the spreader hitch.
2.
Refer to Figure 2A. Determine the spreader hitch position required to allow the spreader to remain
parallel to the ground with relation to the towing vehicle.
NOTE: As shown in Figure 2A, the adjustable hitch on the front of the spreader may be positioned in a number
of ways, by sliding up/down or inverting, to achieve higher or lower positioning.
Figure 2A - Adjusting the Hitch Position
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Attaching the Spreader to the Towing Vehicle (continued)
3. Refer to Figure 2B. Adjust the overall height of the spreader/hitch with the dolly wheel/jack so the height
of the spreader hitch matches the height of the tractor drawbar or vehicle hitch point (as applicable).
NOTE: The jack is held in its upright position with a spring-loaded pin. To release the jack to
move it into its operational position, simply pull the pin outward and swing the jack down.
Attaching the Spreader to the Towing Vehicle (continued)
4.
Refer to Figure 2B. Adjust the overall height of the spreader/hitch with the dolly wheel/jack so the
height of the spreader hitch matches the height of the tractor drawbar or vehicle hitch point (as
applicable).
NOTE: The jack is held in its upright position with a spring-loaded pin. To release the jack to
move it into its operational position, simply pull the pin outward and swing the jack down.
Figure 2B - Using the Jack Stand with Dolly Wheel
5.
Back the towing vehicle into the hitch until the holes of the spreader hitch line up with the vehicle hitch
point.
6.
Fasten the spreader hitch to the vehicle drawbar/hitch point with a hitch pin that fits securely (i.e. so that
it will not come out during spreader operation) and lock in place with the safety clip.
WARNING: Damage to the spreader or other vehicle, as well as injury to the operator, may occur if
a properly-sized hitch pin is not installed as recommended. Note that the installation of the safety clip to hold
the hitch pin in place is also required for safe spreader operation.
7.
Remove the weight from the Jack /Dolly Wheel by lowering the spreader hitch on the vehicle
drawbar/hitch point.
8.
To provide adequate ground clearance for operation, swing the j ack up into its resting
position (i.e. pull the spring-loaded pin out to release the jack and swing the jack upward, then allow
the pin to re-engage to hold the jack in its upward position.)
Guidelines for Loading the Spreader for Operation
It is recommended that you
load the spreader from the front towards the back
to facilitate
easier unloading.
ATTENTION: NEVER store manure in the spreader between unloading times during critical cold weather
months when a frozen load could result in severe equipment damage (i.e. torn floor apron chain).
DO NOT store wet manure in the spreader (or keep the spreader outdoors with manure in it).
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