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A.
Attach chute to hopper assembly by bolting chute to lower
tabs of motor mount. Then secure chute by engaging spring
latches in respective holes. Chute height can be adjusted by
attaching lower chute weldment to the upper one using upper or
lower set of holes.
B.
The spread pattern and the amount of material dispensed is
dependent on the following factors:
1. Chain Gear Motor RPM
2. Baffle positions
3. Spinner Gear Motor RPM
4. SPINNER/CHUTE ASSEMBLY OPERATION
CAUTION
Always follow the following precautions so as not to
cause damage to the spreader.
4. Precautions
A.
If the feed chain does not move because of dense material or
a material jam, remove all material from the hopper and free the
chain.
B.
If the material in the hopper freezes, move the spreader into a
warm area to thaw.
C.
To prevent the feed chain from freezing, do not store material
in the spreader.
D.
The gearbox is designed to only accept torque from the
electrical motor. Therefore, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FREE THE
FEED CHAIN BY USING A PIPE OR SIMILAR TOOL TO MOVE
OR DISLODGE THE CHAIN. If the feed chain is moved, the
gears within the gearbox will strip. This action will void all
warranties.
Spreader Maintenance
1.
Use dielectric grease on all electrical connections before
an electrical connection is made or after a connector is
disconnected.
2.
Grease the following:
• Idler shaft bearings (2)
• Flange bearings (2)
3.
Check the Feed Chain tension periodically. To check the
tension, measure in 21"-25" from the rear edge of the gear box
mount. Push up on the chain with your hand. The conveyor
chain should lift up 2"-3" off the conveyor chain guide or cross
angles.
Feed
Chain
Rear of Sill
Extension
2" - 3"
21" - 25"
4.
Empty the spreader of all ice control material when not in use
to prevent a frozen feed chain.
5.
Wash out the spreader when it is not in use. At the end of
the season wash out the spreader to remove all ice control
materials. Thoroughly dry all metal surfaces. Paint and oil all
bare metal surfaces and chains to protect from rust. Properly
store the spreader for the next season.
End of Season Maintenance.
1.
Wash spreader. Make sure no material or residue left in and
outside hopper.
2.
Lubricate bearing using general automotive grease.
3.
Inspect wire harness, connectors for broken insulation,
missing components. Replace if necessary.
4.
Apply dielectric grease on all electrical connectors.
5.
Store hopper indoors, in dry, cool place.
6.
Inspect, clean and repaint frame.
7.
Remove controller from truck. Store controller indoors, in dry,
cool place
8.
Wash and lubricate chain.
