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BE-XXMS USER MANUAL
IMPORTANT!
After a few hours of initial operation, watch and listen for any loose components. Be aware that it may be
necessary to re-tighten hitch hardware and/or wheel bolts: please refer to Section 3 in this manual for the
proper torque specifications.
MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENT
Guidelines for Regular Maintenance
WARNING:
All shields must be replaced after maintenance or adjustment procedures are performed. Failure to do so
could result in serious personal injury or death.
Performing regular maintenance on your Agriease spreader will help ensure optimal performance. Please
follow these guidelines for maintaining your spreader:
Clean the spreader once a week and before storing the unit for an extended period of time. 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). Storing wet manure in the
spreader (or keeping the spreader outdoors with manure in it) will accelerate rusting of the steel.
Check the spreader each time it is used for loose, bent, broken or missing parts.
ATTENTION:
During operation, listen for abnormal sounds which might indicate loose parts or other equipment damage.
Correct any parts problems immediately; expanded parts views of all spreader assemblies are provided in
the Appendixes at the back of this manual.
ATTENTION:
For safe and proper operation of the spreader, adhere to the following specifications for tightening the
HITCH HARDWARE; failure to tighten all hitch hardware securely may result in equipment damage.
*Note that these torque specifications apply to the hitch members fastened to the spreader box, NOT to the
adjustable hitch prong bracket at the front of the hitch.
Check that implement tires have adequate air pressure (28 psi). Always use ag-traction implement tires on
the drive wheels. Wheel bolts should be torqued to 60 ft. lbs.
GUIDELINES FOR REGULAR MAINTENANCE (CONTINUED)
Periodically check the floor apron chain for tension/tightness (refer to Figure 3A). Procedure for checking/
adjusting the floor apron chain:
1. Pull up firmly on the center slat of the floor apron chain.
NOTE: The force required to adequately pul1 up on the apron chain to determine the tension measures
approximately 30 lbs.
2. If you can lift it higherthanfive (5) inches, the chain istoo loose.
3. If you cannot lift it higherthan three (3) inches, the chain is too tight.
4. If the chain needs adjustment, turn the front nut clockwise or counter-clockwise until correct tension/
tightness is achieved. (See Figure 3B.) Repeat for the other side. Make sure that the chains on each side
of the apron are equally taut.
HITCH HARDWARE TORQUE SPECIFICATION
3/8"
25 ft. lbs.
5/16"
15 ft. lbs.
