Service - 20
SERVICE
Cleaning and General Maintenance
For best results, and to maintain the finish of the
ES220 spreader, clean or wash the spreader after
each use to remove dust and any product buildup from
the hopper, gate assembly, and spinner blade. If nec-
essary, use a brush to remove any product buildup.
Cleaning method #1:
Wipe all spreader surfaces with an oily cloth. Make
sure any product buildup is removed. Clean and lubri-
cate the gate slide and the Accuway diffuser slide.
Cleaning method #2:
Wash the spreader thoroughly and allow to dry com-
pletely. Lubricate the gate slide and the Accuway
diffuser slide.
Fuse Replacement (Electronic Spreader
Control)
1. Unplug the
spreader from
the power unit’s
4-pin socket.
2. Remove the
defective fuse
and insert a
new fuse.
Removing Spinner Blade or Mulch Basket
1. Unhook the spring pin (A) from the spinner shaft
and pull the pin out of the collar on the spinner
blade or mulch basket.
2.
A
Slide the spinner blade or mulch basket down off
the spinner shaft.
Installing Spinner Blade or Mulch Basket
1. Slide the spinner blade or mulch basket onto the
spinner shaft.
2.
Attention
The spinner shaft has two mounting holes.
When installing a spinner blade, the spring pin
must be inserted through the upper hole.
When installing a mulch basket, the spring pin
must be inserted through the lower hole.
Line up the hole in the collar of the spinner
blade or mulch basket with the correct hole in
the spinner shaft.
3. Insert the spring pin into the hole and snap the
hook end of the spring pin over the spinner shaft.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to service the electronic spreader
control or the spreader motor. Attempting to
service or disassemble the electronic control or
motor will void the warranty.
Attention
If any component requires replacement, use only
original Ventrac replacement parts.
WARNING
Do not splice any other devices into the wiring
harness. Harness modifications may void warranty.
WARNING
Always set the parking brake, shut off power
unit engine, remove the ignition key, and ensure
all moving parts have come to a complete stop
before inspecting components or attempting any
repair or adjustment.