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THERE ARE ADDITIONAL HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH THE SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE OF
YOUR SPREADER.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
Always wear eye protection when operating or servicing spreader.
Disengage power take-off and remove keys from tractor or truck before servicing spreader.
Do not attempt to clean, oil or adjust spreader while it is in motion.
Stop the engine and be sure pto drive line is stopped before making adjustments, connections, or
cleaning out pto driven equipment. Disconnect pto shaft.
Make sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never operate the engine of the towing vehicle in a closed
building. The exhaust fumes may cause asphyxiation.
Before working on the spreader, stop the towing vehicle, set the brakes, disengage the pto and all power
drives, shut off the engine and remove the ignition keys.
Inspect when first delivered and regularly thereafter; that all connections and bolts are tight and secure
before operating.
Retighten all wheel bolts after the first hour of towing. Check periodically thereafter. See maintenance,
wheels.
Maintain proper tire air pressure at all times. 700/40-22.5 heavy duty floation tires should be inflated to
85 PSI.
Be certain all moving parts on attachments have come to a complete stop before attempting to perform
maintenance.
Before entering mixing chamber or servicing spreader, disconnect main power source and lock the dis-
connect device in off position to prevent accidental start-up.
Do not work under a spreader without supporting with suitable support stands. Always use a safety
support and block the wheels. Never use a jack to support the machine.
Do not work under a spreader without blocking the wheels to prevent rolling.
A fire extinguisher and first aid kit should be kept readily accessible while performing Maintenance On
This Spreader.
Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury or death.
Avoid hydraulic hazard by relieving hydraulic pressure before disconnecting hydraulic or other lines.
Tighten all connections before applying pressure.
Search for hydraulic leaks with a piece of cardboard. Protect hands and body from high pressure fluids.
Never use your hands to locate hydraulic leaks on attachments.
Replace all shields and guards after servicing and before moving.
Never replace hex bolts with less than grade five
(#5)
bolts unless otherwise specified.
SPREADER SAFETY
