Gandy 10-Ft, Operator'S Manual

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Operation & Calibration:
1) Observe the important service and safety decals located on the spreader.
N02-0014-010 N02-0014-020 N02-0057-000
2) With spreader in the closed position fill hopper and close lids.
Check to see that spread-plates are set at desired angle. Spread plats can be adjusted by changing
how the sash chain is hooked to the spreader. Start with the spread plate at about 45 degrees. This
is a starting point. When using different materials the angle may need to be adjusted up or down to
create a sheet like flow for even coverage. Or the spread-plates can be removed to drop material in
slight streaked rows.
3) Set the Cam-Gauge for the material you are using. The numbers on the Cam-Gauge are for
reference only and have nothing to do with your desired rate. The larger the number the more the
bottom opens or a higher applied rate. The smaller the number the less the bottom opens or a lower
applied rate.
Use the top edge of the stop as the gauge point for the line on the Cam-Gauge.
See rate chart for setting. If the material you are using is not listed pick a material that is close in
size and you will have to calibrate to get the desired rates you want.
4) Before applying make sure to engage the wheel hubs by flipping the levers down and pulling ahead
a little to make sure the wheel hubs engage.
5) Check calibration by one of the two methods described below.
Using the optional Calibration Pans or the know area method.
In conducting rate checks always maintain actual field operation speed.
To check your ground speed use the following chart comparing speed to distance traveled in one
minute.
1 mph 2 mph 3 mph 4 mph 5 mph 6 mph 7 mph 8 mph 9mph 10 mph
88 Ft. 176 Ft. 264 Ft. 352 Ft. 440 Ft. 528 Ft. 616 Ft. 704 Ft. 792 Ft. 880 Ft.
6) After checking application rate apply material.
7) Close slide to shut-off material flow and to prevent moisture from entering openings in hopper over
night or when spreader is not in use. Remember to disengage the wheel hubs when traveling to and
from locations.
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