Gason 5030 Series, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
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General Information
Before operating the spreader, check
that the machine is in good working order.
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Tyres should be in good condition and
inflated to the correct pressure.
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All feed chain bushes and bearings have
been greased.
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Grease gearbox before using. Ensure
that the gear selector pin has been fully
pushed in before greasing the nipple at
the end of the pin.
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Feed chain turns freely.
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Feed chain tension spring is correctly
adjusted and working in the range shown
on the decal.
Adjustments Required for Different
Products
The spreader requires minimal
changes to spread a variety of products.
Centre Vee
The second item that may also need fitting
or removal is the centre vee at the rear of
the spreader that directs product towards
the centre of the spinners.
Fig. G5 Centre vee removed in discharge area.
Refer to Table G7 for suggested fitment
or removal of cover plates and centre vee.
Spinners
The standard spinners will do most work but
it may be necessary to use a low profile
H/Duty spinner when doing some types of
manures. If the manures are heavy and in
large clumps you may need to fit qty 2 x
H/Duty spinners (GPN 229330). Consult your
Gason dealer for more information.
Fig. G6 Standard spinners shown in place.
Product Type Example Centre vee
Granulated Urea, DAP,MAP, Super In place
Loose Lime, Gypsum, Sand Removed
Manures Chicken litter, general manures Removed
Table G7.