4.
Pull the Spread Open/Close handle up to open
the hopper gate and begin spreading.
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1.
Effective spreading width—variable 0.9-7.6 m (3-25 ft)
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Figure 20
1.
Fence
3.
Side deflector lowered
2.
Flowers
5.
Evaluate the spread pattern. If adjustments
are needed, see
(page 29)
.
6.
When finished spreading, close the hopper gate.
7.
Clean the hopper after
each
spreading session.
Important:
Always empty and clean the
spreader immediately after each use. Failure
to do so may cause the chemicals to corrode
the spreader and other components.
Cleaning the Spreader
1.
Drive the machine to a designated cleaning
area.
2.
Stop the machine on a level surface, leave the
motion control lever in the neutral position, and
turn off the engine. Engage the parking brake.
3.
Rotate the dial past the “9” position to the
maximum open position. Open the hopper gate
by pulling the handle up.
Note:
The hopper can be rotated forward to
help assist with cleaning; refer to
Hopper Position (page 26)
.
4.
Using a garden hose, spray the inside and
outside of the entire spreader with clean water.
Note:
Do not use a power washer to clean
the machine. The high-pressure water
may force residual corrosive materials into
spreader-sprayer components.
5.
When the hopper has been thoroughly rinsed
and drained, close the gate.
6.
Place the rate dial to a setting lower than the
maximum open position.
7.
Allow the spreader-sprayer to completely dry
before the next use.
Adjusting the Hopper Position
•
Rotating the hopper forward
The hopper can be rotated forward for maintenance
and cleaning. Before adjusting, make sure side
deflector is in the raised position. Pull the hopper
latch handle towards the hopper frame tube to
unlock the latch and rotate the hopper forward.
The prop rod will stop it in the forward position.
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