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830 Belt Spreader
Important Safety Precautions
Never exceed the spreader’s speed rating as this could lead to death or serious injury.
Never carry out adjustments or maintenance on machinery while it is in operation, as
this could lead to death or serious injury.
Never attempt to clear a blockage while the spreader is in operation as this could lead
to death or serious injury.
Never operate the machine without all safety guards in place and properly secured as
this can result in death or serious injury.
Always disconnect hydraulic connections before carrying out any of the maintenance
instructions. Failure to disconnect, the above, could lead to death or serious injury.
Do not ride on the spreader. The ladder is only provided for ease of access during
servicing or maintenance operations.
Do not overload the spreader. Exceeding the axle weight will cause irreparable
damage to the spreader.
Observe all current Health and Safety Regulations.
When carrying out maintenance tractor should be turned off and the key removed.
All persons except the operator should be kept away a minimum of 75 m from
spreading area
Never enter machine when the spreader is running
Loose fitting clothing should never be worn when while using the machine as these
could become entangled in moving parts and could result in death or serious injury.
Personal Protective equipment should be worn when handling fertiliser (check
MSDS).
General
1. Keep the machine as clean as possible
2. Check wheel nuts daily before use.
3. Check tyre pressures before use (see max inflation pressure table)
4. Grease all bearings weekly.
5. Always check the oil filter indicator on the filter (if fitted,) before use.
6. Always change tractor oil and filter in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.