Millcreek 4300 TURF TIGER, Operator'S Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................
1-1
Guide to this Manual .......................................................................................................... 1-1
For Your Safety... .............................................................................................................. 1-1
Safety Labels .............................................................................................................. 1-2
Inspection and Warranty Registration .................................................................................. 1-5
Standard/Optional Components ................................................................................... 1-5
Warranty Registration .................................................................................................. 1-5
SECTION 2: ATTACHING THE SPREADER TO THE TRACTOR .............................
2-1
Connecting the Spreader Hitch to the Tractor Drawbar ...................................................... 2-1
Attaching the Spreader to the Tractor PTO ......................................................................... 2-2
Assembling the Safety Tow Chain ....................................................................................... 2-2
SECTION 3: OPERATION & ADJUSTMENT .............................................................
3-1
Understanding TURF TIGER
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Spreader Operation ............................................................ 3-1
TURF TIGER Spreader Operating Components .......................................................... 3-1
TURF TIGER Spreader Attachments .......................................................................... 3-2
Guidelines for Installing Optional Attachments .............................................................. 3-3
Guidelines for Loading the TURF TIGER Spreader ...................................................... 3-3
Operating the TURF TIGER Spreader ............................................................................... 3-3
Adjusting the TURF TIGER Spreader ................................................................................ 3-4
Adjusting Tractor Ground Speed ................................................................................. 3-4
Adjusting the Metering Endgate ................................................................................... 3-4
Adjusting the Apron Belt Speed ................................................................................... 3-4
Adjusting the Saber Tooth™ Beater Attachment .......................................................... 3-5
Adjusting the Dual Spinner Attachment ........................................................................ 3-6
Adjusting the Brush Attachment ................................................................................... 3-6
Recommended Settings for TURF TIGER Spreader Operation ........................................... 3-7
Material Weights (Range Per Cubic Yard) ................................................................... 3-7
Material Volume Estimation ......................................................................................... 3-7
Initial Adjustments ....................................................................................................... 3-8
SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE .....................................................................................
4-1
Guidelines for Regular Maintenance ................................................................................ 4-1
General Maintenance ................................................................................................. 4-1
Wheel/Tire Maintenance ........................................................................................... 4-2
Wheel Bearing Maintenance ..................................................................................... 4-2
Hydraulic System Maintenance ................................................................................. 4-2
Drive System (Floor Apron Belt) Maintenance ............................................................. 4-3