Millcreek TURF TIGER 3100, Operator'S Manual

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Operator's Manual: Millcreek 3100/3200 TURF TIGER
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Spreaders
4-3
I-86223
Bolts
Tighten Loosen
Loosen
Bracket
Checking and Adjusting the Apron Drive Chains
NOTE: The apron drive chains are factory-set for the proper operating tension and should not require
adjustment. The following instructions are provided for reference only, in rare cases where re-adjustment or
replacement may become necessary.
Refer to Figure 4B for an illustration of the drive chains and related components. The chains should be
snug, but not too tight. If the chains are too tight, they may cause excessive wear on the gearbox (resulting in
premature failure). If the chains are too loose, they can slip and jump sprocket teeth when the spreader is
operating with a full load.
Check the drive chains in two positions, at either the top or bottom span.
• When pushing on the middle of the span with one finger (about 20 lbs. pressure), the chain should
deflect about 3/8 to 1/2 inch. A straight-edge ruler may be helpful in verifying the proper setting.
• If the chains do not show the proper deflection, they may need to be adjusted.
Adjust the drive chains according to the following guidelines. Millcreek recommends that two people
perform this procedure (one to loosen/tighten the bolts, one to move and hold the bracket in position).
• Refer to Figure 4B. Adjust the bracket position by loosening the three 1/2" bracket bolts and
sliding the bracket forward and/or backward as shown. Note that moving the bracket up and back
increases the tension on both chains.
HINT: Using two pry bars to leverage the adjustment
bracket (and two chains) for adjustment is helpful.
• When you have achieved the desired tension on the drive chains, re-tighten the bolts on the
adjustment bracket.
Figure 4B - Adjusting the Drive Chains for Proper Tension