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OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
TruFlow™
24D
INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION!!!
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Operator must read before using unit.
1
KEEP HANDS AWAY from any moving parts of the
spreader during operations.
2
NEVER run spreader unless all guards are securely
tightened in proper position.
3
NEVER repair any parts or make any adjustments
while machine is in motion.
4
NEVER wear loose clothing around any moving
parts of the machine.
5
NEVER allow anyone to ride spreader.
6
NEVER operate on slopes.
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Failure to heed the above warnings may result in
personal injury or death.
1
Wheel bearings will require daily lubrication. A
grease zerk is located on each wheel hub.
Maintenance Interval - with each use.
2
Periodically Lubricate the thread on the front
panel to insure easy hand adjustment when using
the wing nuts.
3
Store the 24D Topdresser Inside for extended service
life.
1
Adjust the Front Flow Control Panel using the
two wing nuts, to achieve the desired speed of
material flow from the topdresser.
2
Be Sure that the topdresser is sitting on level
ground before filling the hopper.
3
Load the Hopper, making sure that the material to
be spread is both dry and flowable. This is
necessary for proper spreading.
4
Tip the Unit Back on its rear tires and move it to
the area where you wish to spread material.
5
To Begin Spreading, simply tip the unit forward,
so that it sits on all four wheels and push it
forward. As soon as the front wheels engage the
ground, the unit will begin spreading
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no
engagement lever is necessary.
6
To End Spreading and Stop Material Flow,
simply tilt the unit back on its two rear wheels.
Important Operating Information
• Clean spreader completely after
each use.
• All topdressing material being run
through the spreader unit must be at
or below the required 20% moisture
level in order to flow freely and avoid
bridging the feed opening.
• To increase the service life of
spreader unit, material should never
be stored in spreader.
