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MaINTeNaNCe
CheCK FOr LOOse FasTeNers
1.
Before each use, make a thorough visual check of the
spreader for any bolts and nuts which may have
loosened. Retighten any loose bolts and nuts.
CheCK FOr WOrN Or daMaGed ParTs
2.
Check for worn or damaged parts before each use.
Repair or replace parts if necessary.
CheCK TIre INFLaTION
3.
Check if tires are adequately inflated before each use.
Do not inflate tires beyond maximum recommended
pressure on tire.
CLeaNING
4.
Rinse inside of hopper and exterior of spreader and
allow to dry before storing.
LuBrICaTe
(See figure 18)
5.
Remove the three clips from the gear box. Separate
the gearbox housings.
6.
Wipe any dirt or grime from the gears.
7.
Lightly apply automotive grease as needed to gears.
8.
Lightly oil the top of the gear box and the vertical
spreader shaft.
9.
Re-assemble the gearbox housings and secure them
with the clips
10.
Oil the (idler) wheel and the axle bushings at least
once a year or more often as needed.
serVICe aNd adJusTMeNTs
1.
If the axle and gear assembly is disassembled, mark
down the positions of the parts as they are removed.
The drive wheel and large gear positions, in relation
to the small gear, determine which direction the
impeller will spin. Be sure to reassemble them in their
original positions. (Refer to the exploded parts view
on page 18). Make sure the washers (items 15 and
30 on page 18 and 19) are in place when assembling
the axle components. Add grease to gears.
FIGure 18
CauTION: dO NOT
inflate tires beyond the
maximum recommended pressure printed
on side of tire.
CLIPs
OIL
Grease
OIL
NOTe:
Cross brace not shown for clarity.
sTOraGe
1.
Rinse inside of hopper and exterior of spreader and
allow to dry before storing.
2.
Store in a clean, dry area.
