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INTRODUCTION

Thank-You for choosing a Pequea Spreader. Your spreader is the result of years of research 

and development work. This Operator’s Manual will familiarize the operator with the safety and 

operation of the machine. Included are complete instructions for safe and efficient operation, 

lubrication, and maintenance procedures. Understanding and following these procedures will 

result in years of maximum performance from your Pequea Spreader. 

Read entire manual before operating. Failure to follow the instructions outlined in this 

manual may result in personal injury and/or damaged equipment, and could void the war-

ranty.

 

Serial Number

The  serial  number  consists  of  five  numerical  dig

-

its and can be found on a small yellow sticker on 

the left front corner of the spreader box (Figure 1). 

Please use this number when requesting service, 

seeking information, or ordering parts. For the oper-

ator’s convenience, space to record the serial num-

ber, model number, purchase date, and dealer has 

been provided inside the front cover of this manual.

Specifications

All pictures and instructions in this manual assume that the right and left side 

of the machine are that of someone standing behind the machine facing forward.

Standard Features

SF5

Hopper Length

10’

Hopper Width (at top of Gable)

72”

Overall Width (max attachment)

215”

Overall Width (min attachment)

123-1/2 “

Overall Height

78”

Overall Length (without attachment)

184”

Overall Length (with attachment)

190”

Wheel Base (center to center)

58-3/4”

Tires

21.5L X 16.1 - 10 Ply on 8 Bolt Wheel

Material Capacity

4.5 cu. yd. (struck), 5.2 cu yd (heaped)

Payload

10,000 lbs

Empty Weight

3,600 lbs

Floor

3/8 x 12 UHMW 

Floor Chain 

3/4” Stainless Steel Mesh

Electronic Floor Shut-Off

Standard

Oil Cooler

Optional

Dual Rear Conveyer

Standard

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Summary of Contents for PEQUEA SF5

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual Vineyard Orchard Spreader Model SF5 THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BEFORE ANYONE OPERATES THIS MACHINE...

Page 2: ...tter acquainted with the spreader so you can achieve maximum performance We design and build all of our equipment with the end user in mind so we welcome any suggestions or ideas for improvement Pleas...

Page 3: ...Transport 6 Road Transport 6 OPERATION 7 General Operation 7 MAINTENANCE 8 General Maintenance 8 Wheel Tire Maintenance 8 Wheel Bearing Maintenance 8 Grease Fitting Lubrication 9 Apron Chain Maintenan...

Page 4: ...Figure 1 Please use this number when requesting service seeking information or ordering parts For the oper ator s convenience space to record the serial num ber model number purchase date and dealer h...

Page 5: ...clean ing adjusting or lubricating the machine Never attempt to pull material from any part of the machine while it is running Do not attempt to operate the spreader in areas with steep inclines ditc...

Page 6: ...flectors Decals and reflectors are for the protection of yourself and others If they are missing faded or not readable get replacements from your dealer immediately Shown below are some of the warning...

Page 7: ...op leg and secure with drop leg pin Attach the hydraulic pump Figure 3 to the tractor PTO output shaft and secure it to the tractor by using a chain around the stabilizer bar The chain will both keep...

Page 8: ...preader weight For hilly terrain road travel or other adverse conditions tractor weight must be equal to or more than the gross loaded spreader weight Road Transport Adhere to all suggestions for tran...

Page 9: ...to the desired position The metering gate in the rear can be adjusted manually from 0 13 to control the depth of material flowing out onto the attachment It is adjusted by turning the end gate wheel F...

Page 10: ...use Wheel lugs should be torqued to 120 ft lbs Check tire pressure before each period of use Recommended tire pressure is stamped on the sidewall of each tire Wheel Bearing Maintenance Remove the hub...

Page 11: ...p should be sufficient Be sure to wipe all the dust and debris away from the grease fitting before greasing If it is not clean you may force some dirt into the bearing Non sealed friction grease point...

Page 12: ...Recom mended oil type is universal tractor fluid UTF Required amount is approximately 30 gal Recommended Oil Level Gearbox Maintenance The single motor drive gearbox Figure 9 should be serviced once...

Page 13: ...o check the tightening nut under the conveyor mount ing plate frame is not too tight preventing it from rotating Dual conveyer attachment To change width of conveyors pull sping pin on each conveyor t...

Page 14: ...tribute material evenly over a wide area behind and on both sides of the spreader Spread widths of up to 25 can be achieved when the spinners are operat ing at full speed The spinner attachment can be...

Page 15: ...does not cover components which are already covered by a separate Warranty pro vided by the supplier of said parts or components The Company s obligation under this Warranty is limited to repair or re...

Page 16: ...14 NOTES...

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Page 18: ...200 Jalyn Drive P O Box 399 New Holland PA 17557 Phone 717 354 4343 Fax 717 354 8843 E mail pequea pequeamachine com www pequeamachine com...

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