1017459 Rev. A
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©2016 Spyker Spreaders/A Brinly-Hardy Co.
Operating Instructions
9. Before moving into reverse, the machine’s forward
motion should be completely stopped.
10. Pull the Rearward Ground Speed Lever to move
machine rearward. The further the lever is pulled,
the faster the machine travels.
11. While driving forward, practice using the Speed
Control Lever. Using the RH thumb, rotate the
Speed Control Lever to “
APPLICATION SPEED.
”
This should be approximately 3 mph for spreading
material.
WARNING:
Do not spread
at full speed. Set the Forward
Ground Speed Control levers at
full speed for transport only.
12. Practice operating the machine and as you gain
confidence, move the speed control lever to two
thirds full speed. Operate the machine until you
are comfortable and confident with the controls.
13. To stop and shut off the machine, release both
direction control levers, move the engine ON/OFF
switch to “off” to stop the engine, close the fuel
shutoff valve, and disconnect the spark plug wire.
14.
After the first full day of use, all nuts, bolts and
screws should be rechecked for proper tightness
and the belt should be rechecked for proper
tension.
CAUTION:
Pull the Ground
Speed Control Lever at no more
than one third full speed until you
are fully familiar with the operation
of the machine.
CAUTION:
Machine may coast
when coming to stop. Always
ensure there is enough clear space
around machine to allow machine
to come to a complete stop without
contacting anything.
5. TO START THE ENGINE:
a. Engage parking brake.
b. Pull freewheel rod out.
c. Ensure ground speed control levers
are in the neutral position.
d. Connect the spark plug wire.
e. Open the fuel shutoff valve.
f. Move the engine
ON/OFF
switch to the
“
ON
” position.
g. Pull choke lever towards back of engine (choke).
h. Ensure throttle is in the fast (rabbit) position.
i. Pull the recoil handle.
j. Once engine starts push choke lever forward.
(push to run).
NOTE:
Ground speed is calibrated in fast (rabbit / full
throttle) position .
6. MOVE MACHINE FORWARD
Pull the Forward Ground Speed Lever. The further
the handle is pulled, the faster the machine travels.
7. TO TURN THE MACHINE
Push the handlebar to the side opposite of the way
you want to turn: Push the handlebar left and the
machine turns right. Push the handlebar right, and
the machine turns left.
8. TO STOP THE SPREADER’S
FORWARD MOTION
Release the Forward Ground Speed Lever. The
machine will come to a stop.
4.
MOVE THE MACHINE TO A “TEST AREA” WHERE YOU CAN OPERATE IT FOR ABOUT A HALF AN
HOUR WITHOUT BEING DISTURBED.
