Operator's M
anual: Millereek 6700P & 8700P PT
O Spreaders
SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENT
Guidelines
for Regular Maintenance
WARNING:
All shields must be replaced after maintenance or adjustment procedures are
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performed. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury or death.
Performing regular maintenance on you Millcreek Spreader will help ensure optimal performance.
Please follow these guidelines for maintaining your spreader:
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Clean the spreader once a week and before storing the unit for an extended period oftime.
ATTENTION:
NEVER store manure in the spreader between unloading times during
criticalcoldweathermonthswhenafrozenloadcouldresultinsevereequipmentdamage
(i.e. tom floor apron chain). Storing wet manure in the spreader( or keeping the spreader
outdoorswithmanureinit)willacceleraterustingofthesteel.
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Check the spreader each time it is used for loose, bent, broken or missing parts.
ATTENTION:
During operation, listen for abnormal soundswhichmightindicate loose
parts or other equipment damage. Correct anypartsproblems immediately; expanded parts
views of all spreader assemblies are provided in the Appendixes at the back ofthis manual.
ATTENTION:
For safe and proper operation of the spreader, adhere to the following
specifications fortightening the hitch hardware; failure to tighten all hitch hardware securelymay
result in equipment damage.
Hardware
Torque5Specification
1/2"°
60 ft. lbs.
3/8"
25 ft. lbs.
5/16"
15 ft. lbs.
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Check and grease the lube fitting at the PTO (at the front of the spreader) once a year. Remove the
telescoping shaft, clean, and add alight coating of grease.
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Check that implement tires have adequate air pressure (30 psi). Wheel bolts should be torqued to
7 5 to 80 ft. lbs.
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Inspect the safety chain regularly to check the condition of the links and locking/hooking
mechanisms; replace the chain as soon as weakness/breakage is noted.
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Periodically check the belt tension. Refer to the
Front Drive Assembly Parts Detail
in
Appendix A at the back ofthis manual to locate the belt tension components. The belt and
tensioning spring are located under the front belt shield. As needed, re-tension the belt by tightening
the eyeboltuntil the spring stretches to five ( 5) inches.
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Apply chain lube once a month to the drive chains (showninFigure4B); use vegetable oil or a
common spray lube for chains.
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