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Models 125P, 175P, & 250P
Box Manure Spreader
2020, Part #990004
Page 1: ...Operator s Manual Models 125P 175P 250P Box Manure Spreader 2020 Part 990004...
Page 2: ...complete line of Pequea Machine replacement parts is carried by your dealer These parts have been inspected at Pequea and are manufactured with the same quality standards as has your spreader in orde...
Page 3: ...4 44 Flared Width 56 66 72 Box Width 47 54 60 Box Length 128 140 160 Box Height 23 24 1 2 Box Construction 10 Gauge High Steel Strength Floor Construction High Density Poly Vinyl 3 4 T G Beater Paddle...
Page 4: ...2 Safety Decals...
Page 5: ...ND HAVE MADE SURE NO TOOLS ARE LYING ON THE MACHINE 3 DO NOT WORK AROUND THE UNIT IN LOOSE CLOTHING THAT MIGHT CATCH IN ANY OF THE MOVING PARTS 4 DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PULL MATERIAL FROM ANY PART OF THE S...
Page 6: ...d in the following sections 5 Attach the feed control rope to a convenient point on the tractor 6 Connect the hydraulic hoses to the tractor hydraulic ports if required 7 Lubricate the machine complet...
Page 7: ...OULD NOT BE HEAVY ENOUGH FOR ADEQUATE TRACTION AND BRAKING TO CONTROL THE WEIGHT OF THE HEAVY SPREADER ON HILLS AND FOR STEERING A good rule is to use a tractor that is heavier than the spreader and l...
Page 8: ...and must be kept lubricated with oil for proper operation 4 Attach the hydraulic hoses to the tractor hydraulic outlets Keep the hydraulics clean Always clean the hydraulic hose fittings before connec...
Page 9: ...ed by a mechanical loader because this type of load requires more power to spread than other loads especially in long straw manure Avoid excessively large scoops of straw manure when using a mechanica...
Page 10: ...of ground speed and apron speed IMPORTANT It is advisable to load the spreader only with material it is designed to spread Overloading the spread er or foreign objects in the manure may jam or plug th...
Page 11: ...the rope to advance the selector to the L position or slow speed In the slow position a light application of manure is applied When the spreader is almost empty the bed can be cleaned thoroughly by pu...
Page 12: ...feed control in neutral 5 Start the tractor engine 6 Engage the PTO slowly 7 Only one person should attempt to unplug a machine Hydraulic Feed IMPORTANT If using a hydraulic end gate while hauling dry...
Page 13: ...towing the spreader with a truck or attach the PTO to both spreader and tractor Feed Control Position Cont Unloading Relatively dry loads as a rule unload in an even distribution with very little mat...
Page 14: ...rst Make certain the grease fittings are free of paint and dirt and force grease into them until the grease comes out around the shaft Caution Do not over lubricate sealed bearings Following a regular...
Page 15: ...re 14 1 5 Input pulley 1 Figure 14 1 6 Drive shaft pulley 1 Figure 14 3 7 Drive shaft 1 Figure 14 4 8 Shifting Mechanism 3 Figure 14 5 3 4 5 Figure 14 1 Figure 14 2 Figure 14 3 Figure 14 4 2 2 6 7 The...
Page 16: ...ain with SAE 30 oil or similar lubricant at least twice yearly more often if the manure is of high acid nature or if the machine is stored outside Regular lubrication of the apron chain will substanti...
Page 17: ...ds or once a month One 1 Figure 16 1 12 Check worm gearbox twice a year for proper oil level at the check plug One 1 12 A Figure 16 1 If needed fill 12 B to the check plug with SAE 80 90 gear oil 13 L...
Page 18: ...ts catching on manure frozen to the floor On MS125P spreaders An extra shear bolt 5 16 18 x 2 5 grade 5 for drive shaft connecting to rear gearbox is carried in the shield shown at C Figure 17 2 On MS...
Page 19: ...lts at A Figure 18 1 2 on both sides Tighten the adjusting bolts at B Figure 18 1 2 until the chain slat clears the top side of the axle In this adjustment the chain will barely touch the web slide C...
Page 20: ...linkage always works freely 1 Set the speed selector to L A Figure 19 2 2 Locate the turnbuckle B in front of the gearbox shifter 3 Adjust the turnbuckle until there is approximately 1 1 16 space betw...
Page 21: ...ER Keep beater paddles and teeth clean Remove all materials such as twine and wire that wrap on the beaters Maintenance Cont Wheel Bearings Adjust wheel hub bearings after 100 loads and once each seas...
Page 22: ...are not dented or damaged as this will result in excessive forces being applied against the drive shaft Damaged shields also cause obvious difficulties when installing the assembly If at any time the...
Page 23: ...adjusting idler Loose apron chain Adjust chain as recommended in bracket and apron slats this manual Apron frozen to chain return Be sure apron is free to move Before operating Drive belt slippage Inc...
Page 24: ...16 General 19 PTO Assembly 20 Wheel Bearings 19 Wheel and Tires 20 OPERATION Attaching to the Tractor 6 Before Loading 8 Feed Control Positions 9 General Information 5 Hydraulic Drive 9 Loading 7 Mech...
Page 25: ...owner and used to instruct him on these items checked below Dealer Representative s Signature Delivery Date Safety Precautions Tractor Hitching Operation of Controls Field Operation Lubrication Machin...
Page 26: ...his Warranty does not cover components which are already covered by a sep arate Warranty provided by the supplier of said parts or components The Company s obligation under this Warranty is limited to...
Page 27: ...A Skibo Company 200 Jalyn Dr P O Box 399 New Holland PA 17557 717 354 4343 fax 717 354 8843 email pequea frontiernet net www pequeamachine com _1255...
