Roda R2000 Truck, Manual

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PRE-OPERATION
IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE OPERATING SPREADER.
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER TO MAKE SURE THE SPREADER IS SET
UP PROPERLY. THE FOLLOWING
RECOMMENDATIONS SHOULD BE HELPFUL.
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CHECK FOR PROPER ASSEMBLY , adjustment and lubrication. Check to be sure all bolts and
setscrews are tight. Check to be sure that all chains and chain tighteners are properly adjusted. Review
Operating Safety Precautions and Lubrication instructions for more information.
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BE SURE ALL SHIELDS are properly in place.
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CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY FOREIGN OBJECTS in the spreader box and discharge area.
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BE SURE NO ONE IS NEAR THE SPREADER .
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TEST RUN THE SPREADER .
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WITH THE SPREADER EMPTY , start the apron and beaters.
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RUN FOR AT LEAST 5 MINUTES .
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CHECK THE SPREADER DRIVE COMPONENTS TO BE SURE THEY ARE NOT
ABNORMALLY HOT.
If any of these items are not running as indicated, immediately repair or contact your service representative.
Always refer to Operating Safety Precautions before operating or servicing the spreader.