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Entanglement in rotating drive line can cause serious injury or death.
Make sure rotating shields turn freely.
Do not exceed load capacity of the spreader (see specifications).
Always use a tractor large enough to provide sufficient braking assistance when towing a loaded
spreader.
Do not load the spreader unless it is hitched to the tractor.
Do not unhitch a loaded spreader from the tractor leaving it supported by only the jack.
Reduce speed when turning or traveling on rough terrain. Avoid traveling over loose fill, rocks, ditches or
holes.
Do not operate on steep slopes as overturn may result. Operate up and down (not across) intermediate
slopes. Avoid sudden starts and stops. Pick the most level possible route when transporting across
fields. Avoid the edges of ditches or gullies and steep hillsides.
Use caution when traveling over uneven terrain and when approaching stops.
Keep transmission in gear when traveling downhill.
Keep tractor master shield and drive line shields in place at all times.
Avoid overhead wires or other obstacles. Contact with overhead lines could cause serious injury or
death.
Highway travel is not to exceed 20 mph. The tires supplied are for farm use only and are not designed
for use above this speed.
Use adequate safety chains when towing the spreader.
The use of a slow moving vehicle sign is required on all public roads. Obey all applicable highway safety
laws and rules.
As a precaution, always recheck the hardware on spreader following every 100 hours of operation. Cor-
rect all problems. Follow the maintenance safety procedures.
FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
SPREADER SAFETY
