Fisher PRO-CASTER, Owner'S Manual

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Lit. No. 95902/95903, Rev. 01 10 June 15, 2008
OPERATING THE HYDRAULIC SPREADER – DUAL CAB CONTROL
Cab Control Identi fi cation
Typical Spreader Control Valve (Sold as an accessory)
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ON Position
OFF Position
Operating the Cab Control
1. Engage the hydraulic system with the spreader
lever in the "OFF" position.
2. To turn the spreader on, move the lever to the
"ON" position. The spinner and conveyor should
begin to turn.
3. The spinner and auger speeds are independently
adjusted by rotating the detented adjustment
knobs. The knobs can be adjusted either during
operation or with lever in the "OFF" position.
These speed settings will be maintained when the
lever is placed in the "OFF" position.
Clutch Operation (Gas Engine Only)
1. Start the engine.
2. Adjust the speed to slightly above idle.
3. Move the clutch switch to ON.
4. Increase the engine speed to the desired RPM.
WARNING
• Driver to keep bystanders minimum of 25
feet away from operating spreader.
• Before working with the spreader, secure all
loose- fi tting clothing and unrestrained hair.
• Before operating the spreader, verify all
safety guards are in place.
• Before servicing the spreader, wait for conveyor
and spinner to stop, then lock out power.
• Do not climb into or ride on spreader.
CAUTION
• Do not operate a spreader in need of
maintenance.
• Before operating the spreader, reassemble
any parts or hardware removed for cleaning
or adjusting.
• Before operating the spreader, remove
materials such as cleaning rags, brushes,
and hand tools from the spreader.
• Before operating the spreader, read the
owner's manual.
• While operating the spreader, use auxiliary
warning lights, except when prohibited by law.
• Tighten all fasteners according to the
Torque Chart. Refer to Torque Chart for the
recommended torque values.