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Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Cause
Correction
Machine is engaged but
spreader is not functioning
Material has jammed agitator
Disengage machine, raise end
gate & remove foreign material
Material has jammed spinners/
beaters
Disengage machine from power
source and remove foreign
material
Tractor hydraulic oil level might
be too low
Fill oil reservoir to proper level
Spinners/beaters are turning, but
material is not feeding
Belt is slipping or has broken
See belt maintenance section to
replace or repair
Belt drive chain has broken or
jumped off sprocket
See chain maintenance section
Belts and spinners/beaters are
rotating in reverse
Tractor hydraulic supply lines are
reversed
Reverse lines on spreader
Hydraulic system doesn't have
enough power to operate
Pump seals are worn;
obstruction in hydraulic lines,
etc.
See hydraulic maintenance
section
Oil overheated
Tractor hydraulic oil level might
be too low
Fill oil reservoir to proper level
Spinner attachment does not
spread evenly: Spreads more to
the outside and not enough in
center
Move spinner attachment back 1
hole to attain desired spread
Spinner attachment does not
spread evenly: Spreads more in
the center not enough outside
Move spinner attachment
forward 1 hole to attain desired
spread
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