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TRACTOR DRAWBAR
Set tractor drawbar as shown in figure 2.
Spreaders are available for 1000 RPM drive line
only. Match tractor PTO with the spreader drive line.
IMPORTANT
:
To prevent drive line damage,
adjust tractor drawbar to recommended setting.
Disengage tractor PTO before turning.
Adjust Trailer Hitch
Spreader should be approximately level when
attached to tractor.
Trailer hitch has 4 positions.
FAILURE TO SET DRAWBAR
PROPERLY MAY CAUSE SHAFT TO OVER
EXTEND AND SEPARATE OR BEND WHEN
CORNERING OR TRANSPORTING RESULTING
IN DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY.
PRE OPERATION CHECKLIST
1. Carefully study and understand this manual.
2. Do not wear loose-fitting clothing, which may
catch in moving parts.
3. Always wear protective clothing
and
substantial
shoes.
4. Keep wheel lug nuts or bolts tightened to 450
FT/LBS, dry threads.
5. Assure that agricultural implement tires are
inflated evenly and at proper pressure.
6. Give the unit a visual inspection for any loose
bolts, worn parts or cracked welds, and make
necessary repairs. Follow the maintenance
safety instructions included in this manual.
7. Check to see that no obstructions are present
in the spreader prior to start up.
8. Be sure that there are no tools lying on or in the
spreader.
9. Do not use the unit until you are sure that the
area is clear, especially children and animals.
10. The ball valve in the suction line must be open
prior to engaging PTO (handle parallel with
valve housing).
11. Because it is possible that this spreader may be
used in dry areas or the presence of
combustibles, special precautions should be
taken to prevent fires and fire fighting
equipment should be readily available.
12. Don’t hurry the learning process or take the unit
for granted. Ease into it and become familiar
with your new spreader.
13. Practice operation of your spreader and its
attachments. Completely familiarize yourself
and other operators with its operation before
using.
14. Securely attach to towing unit. Use a high
strength, appropriately sized hitch pin with a
mechanical retainer.
15. Do not allow anyone to stand between the
tongue or hitch and the towing vehicle when
backing up to the spreader.
FIGURE 2. TRACTOR DRAWBAR
PTO SHAFT
PTO Shaft End to
Hitch Pin Hole (A)
1000 RPM
1-3/8”, 21 Spline
14”
1000 RPM
1-3/4”, 20 Spline
20.9”
