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Assembly 

8 

Step One: Attach the A-frame tow bar to frame. 

IMPORTANT:  It is recommended that at least two people perform this step.

 

1.  Raise the front of the sprayer frame until there is enough room for the A-frame tow bar to 

fit underneath.  Place blocks under the frame to hold it up. 

2.  Attach the A-frame tow bar to the frame using (6) 5/8 x 1-1/2” bolts, (6) 5/8” flat 

washers, and (6) Class G 5/8” nuts.  Tighten all bolts to 180 ft-lbs. 

 
 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

5/8 x 1-1/2” bolts

& washers go

through sprayer

frame first

5/8” flat washer

5/8” Class G nut

Block 

A-frame tow bar

Sprayer 
frame 

Summary of Contents for 268175

Page 1: ...his trailer kit Assemble test and use only in accordance with the Owner s Manual instructions EXERCISE CAUTION in vehicle handling when towing sprayer to avoid loss of control or rollover Improper use of the trailer kit could result in serious injury to the operator or nearby persons Any Questions Comments Problems or Parts Orders Call NorthStar Product Support 1 800 270 0810 ITEM NUMBER 268175 SE...

Page 2: ...Hazard Signal Word Definitions 2 ...

Page 3: ... to frame 8 Step Two Attach the jack to the A frame tow bar 9 Step Three Build the axle assembly 9 Step Four Attach axle assembly to the frame 10 Step Five Attach the wheels 11 Machine Components 12 Operation Operation Important Safety Information 13 Before Towing After Towing Transporting Safety Operation Using the Trailer Kit Step One Inspect Repair 14 Step Two Tow the trailer sprayer 14 Specifi...

Page 4: ...can maintain control Reduce speed prior to turns Allow for more distance to stop Avoid any sudden steering maneuvers starts or stops that could create liquid sloshing in the sprayer and instability SLOW DOWN and EXERCISE EXTRA CAUTION on sloped or uneven terrain Pick the most level route possible across fields drive up and down slopes when necessary rather than across Use a vehicle equipped with a...

Page 5: ...ull tongue weight is 400 lbs Make sure vehicle and towing equipment are properly rated When tank is empty trailer is extremely light Caution must be used when towing at higher speeds NEVER tow sprayer with jack in down position Chock sprayer wheels before unhooking from tow vehicle Call 1 800 270 0810 to order a new label Part No 779187 ...

Page 6: ...components Contact the freight company that delivered the unit and file a claim If you have missing components Contact NorthStar Product Support at 1 800 270 0810 Axle Support Qty 2 Left Torsion Axle Right Torsion Axle 13 Wheel Assembly Qty 2 A Frame Towbar Axle Gusset Jack Manual Bag ...

Page 7: ...s are found in the manual bag Hitch Pin 3 8 x 1 1 4 Bolt Qty 12 3 8 x 1 Bolt Qty 8 3 8 Class G Nut Qty 20 5 8 x 1 1 2 Bolt Qty 10 5 8 Flat Washer Qty 10 5 8 Class G Nut Qty 10 Lug Bolt Qty 10 Bridge Pin 7 16 x 1 1 4 Bolt Qty 4 7 16 Nyloc Nut Qty 4 ...

Page 8: ... there is enough room for the A frame tow bar to fit underneath Place blocks under the frame to hold it up 2 Attach the A frame tow bar to the frame using 6 5 8 x 1 1 2 bolts 6 5 8 flat washers and 6 Class G 5 8 nuts Tighten all bolts to 180 ft lbs 5 8 x 1 1 2 bolts washers go through sprayer frame first 5 8 flat washer 5 8 Class G nut Block A frame tow bar Sprayer frame ...

Page 9: ...wo Attach the jack to the A frame tow bar 1 Attach the jack to the A frame tow bar with 4 7 16 x 1 1 4 bolts and 4 7 16 nyloc nuts 2 Tighten the bolts to 60 ft lbs Step Three Build the axle assembly Attach the torsion axles to the axle gusset and axle supports using 12 3 8 x 1 1 4 bolts and 12 3 8 Class G nuts Leave bolts loose until next step ...

Page 10: ...er frame 2 Roll the axle assembly into place under the sprayer frame Note that torsion axles point to the rear of the sprayer frame a Slide the axle supports in or out to match the width of the sprayer frame Tighten bolts from Step 3 to 37 ft lbs b Attach the axle supports to the side of the sprayer frame using 4 3 8 x 1 bolts and 4 3 8 Class G nuts Do not tighten completely c Use 4 3 8 x 1 bolts ...

Page 11: ... this step 1 Place a piece of cardboard on the ground behind the sprayer The ground should be a hard level surface Lift the tongue of the sprayer until the unit is resting on end in a vertical position It may be necessary to place a shim under the tubes so the sprayer stands in a vertical position 2 Fasten the wheels to the hubs with 10 lug bolts Tighten to 102 ft lbs 3 Lower the front of the trai...

Page 12: ... Jack Supports the trailer when it is not in use Eases moving and connecting the trailer to a tow vehicle 3 Tongue The tongue connects the sprayer frame to the tow vehicle 4 Wheels Thirteen inch high speed wheel assemblies 5 Torsion Axles Suspension reduces vibration and improves towing at high and low speeds ...

Page 13: ...id loss of control or sprayer overturning o Keep speed to a minimum so you can maintain control at all times Reduce speed prior to turns o Allow for more distance to stop o Avoid any sudden steering maneuvers starts or stops that could create liquid sloshing in the sprayer and instability Rough or sloped terrain Slow down and exercise extra caution on rough or sloped terrain in order to reduce ris...

Page 14: ...e sure that all nuts and bolts are tight Step Two Tow the trailer sprayer 1 Review safety information Review the Operation Important Safety Information related to Transportation Safety provided in this manual 2 Attach to vehicle 1 Attach trailer sprayer to agricultural style hitch Secure with the hitch pin and bridge pin 2 Retract jack and rotate into travel position Important When filled the trai...

Page 15: ...W x 15 H Weight shipping 250 lbs Available Accessories High Speed Trailer Upgrade Kit Item 268176 The manufacturer reserves the right to make improvements in design and or changes in specifications at any time without incurring any obligation to install them on units previously sold Any Questions Comments Problems or Parts Orders Call NorthStar Product Support 1 800 270 0810 ...

Page 16: ...79240 A Frame Towbar 1 10 124292 Bearing 4 3 30312 Bridge Pin 1 11 124112 5 Bolt Hub 2 4 779188 Jack 1 12 777124 Slotted Jam Nut 2 5 779094 Axle Support 2 13 82140 Cotter Pin 2 6 779245 Axle Gusset 1 14 780199 13 Wheel Assembly 2 7 124223 Left Torsion Axle 1 15 12412 Lug Bolt 10 8 124220 Right Torsion Axle 1 16 124A Dust Cap 2 ...

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