Tube-Line NITRO 275RS, Operator'S Manual

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Nitro -
Section 5 - Operation 5-4
WARNING: Stop tractor engine, place all controls in neutral, set park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all
moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplugging.
Reversing Apron Chain
CAUTION:
Do NOT reverse apron chain if spreader is fully loaded, front apron shaft WILL bend and/or break.
To prevent accidental reversal of the apron chain and ensuing spreader damage, the apron chain safety valve
must be opened manually to reverse the apron chain. The apron chain safety valve is located on the variable
speed control valve at the front of the spreader. When this valve is opened (turned counter-clockwise), the
direction of the apron chain can be reversed.
To return the apron chain direction to normal rearwards travel, close (turn clockwise rotation) the apron chain
safety valve.
After operating for 2 hours:
1. Check wheel bolts torque.
2. Check all shields and guards. Tighten as required.
3. Visually inspect all hydraulic hoses and couplers. See Hydraulic Safety, pg.4-3 .
4. Check chain tightness. See
Adjust Chain Tension,
pg.7-1.
After operating for 10 hours:
Repeat the 2 hour service list.
Optional Hydraulic Brake Operation
Requires tractor with rear ported brake hookup. After brake hoses are connected to tractor they will engage
whenever tractor brake pedal is pressed.
Optional Flow Control Operation
See
pg.8-3
.
Apron chain reverse safety valve.