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spreader may be unlevel, but this will not cause any damage since there is little material in the
dump box at this position
STEP 7.
Completely lower the dump box, then raise it until there is just over 2" of space
between the front of the dump box and the subframe. Weld stop block, (Fig. 4, Item 5, Part No.
200536-22) securely to horizontal leveling arms. The block should be in contact with the vertical
leveling bracket when the dump box is completely. lowered. This will prevent the spreader from
tilting, which could cause serious damage!
STEP8.
Connect all hydraulic hoses and fittings, then check conveyor direction. If rotation is
opposite of desired direction, switch hose connections.
STEP 9.
Attach rubber Hap in shipping kit to the back edge of the dump box. The flap should
hang inside of the spreader when the dump box is raised.
STEP 10.
If asphalt is to be conveyed, spray the rubber flap and conveyor belt lightly with fuel
oil. Do not spray oil on the drive roller lagging!
AC-1820A SPECIFICATIONS
MOTOR:
The fluid pressure into the conveyor motor should be approximately 1500 psi.
The recommended flow for the conveyor motor is 20 gpm.
BELT:
The conveyor belt supplied is heat and petroleum resistant. lt can withstand
temperatures of up to 350° F. The belt is also equipped with a molded guide underneath
to align the conveyor belt with the grooves in the pulleys. If the belt tends to travel
toward one side, then the adjustment bolt on that side may need to be tightened. The belt
tension should be checked regularly.
PRECAUTIONS BEFORE SPREADER OPERATION
Material should be loaded into the spreader by raising the dump box at intervals. Filling the
spreader continuously could cause overflow and
damage the
conveyor motor. Spill guards are
provided in the shipping kit to prevent material from spilling over the end panels of the spreader.
These guards may need to be modified for clearance with the feed gate opening. When operation
of the spreader is complete. we do recommend that you run the conveyor until all of the material
is removed. This will prevent accumulation in undesired areas. If material builds-up between the
tailgate and the spreader, the tailgate could apply severe pressure on the spreader causing some
damage.
WARNING!
Use
extreme caution around moving parts. Keep hands and
loose
clothing away from spreader
while in
operation.
