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DISCONNECT PTO DRIVE SHAFT AND
HYDRAULIC HOSES BEFORE CLEANING,
ADJUSTING, LUBRICATING, OR SERVICING
THIS MACHINE.
1. The spreader must be thoroughly cleaned
periodically, especially if stored for extended
periods. Manure is acidic and will
damage paint and cause rusting of metal
components.
2. Allow the spreader to completely unload.
3. Return the sliding gate to the front of the
spreader.
4. To clean the spreader, raise the rear gate.
5. Hose off manure from the outside and inside of
the spreader. Completely clean manure from
moving mechanisms such as the beaters,
winged pulley, sliding gate, chain drive and rear
gate. Remove accumulation in confined areas
or pockets that trap manure.
6. Avoid directing high pressure spray directly on
bearings, seals and flow control valve.
7. Keep high pressure spray moving on painted
surfaces. Sustained spray on cracks or
scratches in paint can result in paint peeling.
8. Allow machine to dry.
9. Lower rear gate completely down before storing
spreader.
10. Inspect the spreader for loose connections,
damaged hydraulic hoses or connections and
for other damaged components. Repair if
necessary so the spreader is ready for future
operation.
TURN OFF ALL POWER
DURING CLEANING AND INSPECTION. DO NOT
USE POWER TO MOVE ANY COMPONENTS OR
TO DISCHARGE MATERIAL WHILE CLEANING OR
INSPECTING.
