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Section 2: Operation
FSP500, FSP700 & FSP1000 Broadcast Spreaders 309-065M
11/29/18
Section 2: Operation
Operating Checklist
Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper
training involved in the operation, transport, storage, and
maintenance of the Broadcast Spreader. Therefore, it is
absolutely essential that no one operates the spreader
unless they are age 16 or older and have read, fully
understood, and are totally familiar with the Operator’s
Manual. Make sure the operator has paid particular
attention to:
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Important Safety Information
, page 1
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Perform the following inspections before using your
spreader.
Make the following inspections after the spreader is
attached to a tractor and before loading hopper with
product.
1.
Check tractor safety equipment. Make sure it is in
good working condition.
2. Check all guards to make certain they are in good
working condition and in place.
3. Check wear on distributor vanes. Replace vanes that
are wore out.
4. With power take-off, start tractor and carefully raise
and lower implement to ensure tractor drawbar, tires,
and other equipment do not contact spreader frame
or driveline.
5. Set 3-Point control lever stop to support spreader
disc between 27 1/2" and 31 1/2" above ground level.
6. Set tractor throttle to idle and engage power take-off.
If unit runs smoothly, increase power take-off speed
to 540 rpm. Stop power take-off immediately if at any
time unit begins to vibrate. Wait for power take-off to
make a complete stop before dismounting from
tractor to check for probable causes.
Operating Checklist
Check
Page
Read “Important Safety Information”.
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Make sure all guards and shields are in place.
1
Read “Tractor 3-Point Hook-up” instructions.
Read “Operating Instructions”.
Lubricate the spreader as needed.
Refer to
Lubrication.
Check the spreader initially and periodically for
loose bolts & pins,
Torque Values Chart
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IMPORTANT:
Disengage power take-off, set tractor
park brake, shut engine off, and remove ignition key
before making the first three checks.
Transporting
WARNING
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To avoid serious injury or death:
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Select a safe ground speed when transporting. Never travel
at a speed which does not allow adequate control of steering
and stopping, and never exceed 20 mph (32.2 km/h) with
attached equipment. Rough terrain requires a slower speed.
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When traveling on roadways, travel in such a way that
other vehicles may pass you safely. Use LED lights, clean
reflectors, and a slow moving vehicle sign that is visible
from the back to warn operators in other vehicles of your
presence. Always comply with all federal, state, and local
1.
Be sure driveline does not contact tractor or spreader
when raising the spreader.
2. Make sure 3-Point control lever is locked in the up
position to prevent unit from accidentally lowering
onto the ground.
3. Be sure to reduce tractor ground speed when
turning; and leave enough clearance so the spreader
does not contact obstacles such as buildings, trees,
or fences.
4. Select a safe ground speed when transporting from
one area to another. When traveling on roadways,
transport in such a way that faster moving vehicles
may pass you safely.
5. When traveling over rough or hilly terrain, shift tractor
to a lower gear.
6. The Broadcast Spreader is equipped with a towing
hook for trailers. Maximum towing weight is 1200
pounds.
Loading Hopper with Product
WARNING
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
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Make sure safety labels are in their proper location and are
in good condition before operating the attached implement.
Read and obey all instructions on the labels.
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Always wear non slip shoes, gloves, protective clothing,
safety glasses, and a breathing mask capable of filtering
powders when filling hopper to prevent injury to the body
and/or injury from inhalation of product. Refer to chemical
manufacturers’ labels for specific protective requirements.
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Load hopper with product only after the Broadcast
Spreader has been properly hitched to a tractor capable of
handling a fully loaded hopper.
IMPORTANT:
Always disengage power take-off
before raising Broadcast Spreader to transport
position.
